| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | | Family Yoga | Ruta Maya Coffee House | 01/09/10- Ongoing | Austin |
¡Hola, Amigos! Spanish for Children & ParentsPresented by Ruta Maya Coffee House at Ruta Maya International Headquarters January 8, 2010 - Ongoing Teacher Beth Bernstein uses pictures, objects, games and songs as a fun way to introduce children and parents to Spanish. Babies and children are just starting to develop their language skills so they pick up new skills rapidly. Beth Bernstein has taught Spanish language, literature and composition to college students for 13 years and has a Ph.D. in Spanish literature from the University of New Mexico. | Ruta Maya Coffee House | 01/08/10- Ongoing | Austin |
Baby BloomersPresented by Austin Children's Museum at Austin Children's Museum December 7, 2009 - Ongoing Baby Bloomers is a program for children ages three and under and their caregivers. On Monday mornings, the Museum is open exclusively for this age group only. Discover the Museum's exhibits and playroom in a relaxed atmosphere with other families with small children. Stroller parking included. | Austin Children's Museum | 12/07/09- Ongoing | Austin |
The ThreeferPresented by The Hideout Theatre at The Hideout Theatre January 14, 2010 - Ongoing The Threefer is absolutely the best way to get a sample of what Austin improv has to offer. Troupes from every improv theater in town converge to perform here every Thursday, for only three dollars! Each week features two new groups, and one special headliner.
| The Hideout Theatre | 01/14/10- Ongoing | Austin |
| Wednesday Storytime | Barnes & Noble | 12/16/09- Ongoing | Austin |
Land. Identity. Opportunity.Presented by Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum at Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum February 1, 2012 - Ongoing Three floors of exhibits -- three themes as big as Texas history: Land, Identity and Opportunity. The exhibits at The Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum will surround you with the sights, sounds and (sometimes) smells of Texas history. Each floor of exhibits highlights important chapters in The Story of Texas through objects, media programs, and recreated environments. Founded as a non-collecting institution, the Museum exhibits bring the Story of Texas to life through an ongoing process... | Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum | 02/01/12- Ongoing | Austin |
IMAX: Texas - The Big PicturePresented by Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum at Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum February 1, 2012 - Ongoing It takes a big film to tell a story as big as Texas. Now you can experience the myth, majesty and magnitude of the Lone Star State on the giant screen. From the Panhandle to the Rio Grande and from West Texas to the Gulf of Mexico, discover a place where the unfettered spirit is free to roam, and where horses run as wild as the imagination.
From the rugged mountains of Big Bend to towering city skyscrapers, the Texas landscape is as diverse as the folks who live there. Find... | Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum | 02/01/12- Ongoing | Austin |
Family Saturdays at the MACCPresented by Mexican American Cultural Center at Mexican American Cultural Center September 23, 2009 - Ongoing Family Saturdays are an ongoing program through MACC Culture and Arts Education Department. There is at least one Family Saturday each month during the regular academic year. For a nominal fee, families can participate in projects such as Papel Mache, Kachina Dolls, puppetry arts, storytelling performances, gardening, and giving to the Austin community. | Mexican American Cultural Center | 09/23/09- Ongoing | Austin |
Hoopin’ Happy Hour & Clothing SwapPresented by The Vortex Cafe and The Vortex Cafe at The VORTEX June 3, 2010 - Ongoing Bring your hula-hoopswap clothes, and have some drinks! Meet friends, hold group meetings in a fun cafe setting, or bring your laptop for Free Wifi in The VORTEX Cafe`.
The Yard and Beer-Garden Deck are open for the season. The VORTEX Café` serves sandwiches, coffee, and yummy snacks too! Kid & Dog Friendly!
| The Vortex Cafe | 06/03/10- Ongoing | Austin |
| Austin Public Library: Weekly Readings and Story Time | Austin Public Library | 02/26/10- Ongoing | Austin |
Market in the Park: Austin Farmers' MarketPresented by Sustainable Food Center at Tony Burger Center May 22, 2010 - Ongoing Free market veggie bags to the first 200 shoppers, a chef's demo, prize giveaways, kid's activities, live music, and farmers' product tastings are all part of the summer launch at the Sunset Valley location.
Sunset Valley council members, staff and members of the SFC board of directors will be present to shovel in the last bit of gravel and christen the path with farmers' rain water.
The SFC Farmers' Markets combined-Downtown, Sunset Valley and The Triangle, are projected... | Sustainable Food Center | 05/22/10- Ongoing | Austin |
Hope Farmer's MarketPresented by Hope Farmer's Market August 22, 2010 - Ongoing The Sunday HOPE Farmers Market is a weekly community gathering space where local farmers, artisans, community groups, families, and urban consumers can find fresh foods, community programs, artistic creations, agricultural education and wellness workshops. This unique weekly gathering space will be a platform to introduce local artists and Austin residents to surrounding area farms, healthy lifestyle companies, education in the arts and local community volunteer programs. The HOPE Farmers... | Hope Farmer's Market | 08/22/10- Ongoing | Austin |
Texas Spirit TheaterPresented by Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum at Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum September 24, 2010 - Ongoing The Texas Spirit Theater is the biggest multimedia special effects theater of its kind in Texas. Located on the second floor of The Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, this 200-seat venue boasts three screens, fixed sets, and several thrilling special effects to create a truly unique experience.
The Theater has two experiential films with daily showtimes:
Spirit TheaterThe Star of Destiny, takes audiences on an epic journey through the history of... | Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum | 09/24/10- Ongoing | Austin |
SFC Farmers' MarketPresented by Sustainable Food Center October 28, 2011 - Ongoing Delight your senses at the Sustainable Food Center (SFC) Farmer's Market that includes three sites and hosts more local farmers than anywhere in Austin!
Features:
-Dozens of fruit and vegetable farmers
-Cheeses, meats, eggs, milk and butter
-Flowers, plants, herbs, soaps
-Delicious jams, salsas, honey, pickled goods and probiotic foods
-Cafe foods, drinks, and take-home deli items
-Fine, hand-made... | Sustainable Food Center | 10/28/11- Ongoing | |
Weekly and Monthly Events at Austin Public LibraryPresented by Austin Public Library October 31, 2011 - Ongoing
Ongoing Weekly Events:
Chess Knights @ Windsor Park Branch
Mondays 6 - 7 p.m.
Put down the video game controller and pick up a pawn, bishop or knight. Chess for beginners is here. Learn the original strategy-based game with people of all ages.
¡Qué me cuentas! @ Faulk Central Library
Wednesdays 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Practice and learn Spanish as a second language... | Austin Public Library | 10/31/11- Ongoing | |
Birthday Parties at the Austin Nature & Science Center Presented by Austin Nature and Science Center at Austin Nature and Science Center January 27, 2012 - Ongoing Fun, exciting and educational birthday parties for your child!
Dinosaur, Wildlife or Planetarium Birthday Party
fee includes a 45 minute presentation and the use of a party
room with tables and chairs. Available Saturdays 10:00 AM
to 12:00 PM or 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM and weekday afternoons
from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM.
Adventure Birthday Party
fee includes all the equipment
for your Caving... | Austin Nature and Science Center | 01/27/12- Ongoing | Austin |
Zumba®Presented by Ballet Austin's Butler Community School at Ballet Austin March 19, 2012 - Ongoing Are you ready to party yourself into shape? That's what Zumba is all about. It's an exhilarating, easy-to-follow, calorie-burning dance fitness-party that's moving millions of people toward joy and health. Taught by a certified Zumba instructor, this class will keep you moving and keep you smiling. No dance experience needed to take this class. Just come ready to move your body and burn those calories! Workout attire and athletic shoes or dance sneakers are recommended. | Ballet Austin's Butler Community School | 03/19/12- Ongoing | Austin |
| Current IMAX Showtimes | Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum | 04/02/12- Ongoing | Austin |
Art & Soul AustinPresented by Art & Soul Austin January 10, 2010-October 15, 2016 Traveling Art Enrichment Classes for ages 3-10 years old. Group art classes,Art Birthday Parties, and private lessons available. | Art & Soul Austin | 01/10/10- 10/15/16 | |
One World Theatre 2012-2013 SeasonPresented by One World Theatre at One World Theatre March 22, 2012-December 31, 2013 Rock legends Greg Lake, of Emerson, Lake & Palmer, WAR, Starship, Edgar Winter, and
Hot Tuna join the lineup, as well as 10,000 Maniacs, The Marshall Tucker Band, John Mayall and Eddie Money. Enjoy the soulful stylings of Robert Cray, Blind Boys of Alabama,
Ruben Studdard, and Sweet Honey In The Rock, along with master singer/songwriters Shawn Colvin, Janis Ian and Marc Cohn.
We are excited to present the biggest country lineup in our history, including the... | One World Theatre | 03/22/12- 12/31/13 | Austin |
Texas Performing Arts 2012/2013 Season Avg. Event Rating(5.0 Stars): Presented by Texas Performing Arts at Multiple Locations January 30, 2012-July 31, 2013 Avg. Event Rating (5.0 Stars):  DON'T MISS THESE GREAT SHOWS!
HEADLINERS:
David Finckel, cello and Wu Han, piano, Monday, February 6, 2012, 8:00 pm, Presented in partnership with the Butler School of Music
Hailed as “America’s power couple of chamber music” by The Wall Street Journal, cellist David Finckel and pianist Wu Han rank among the most esteemed and influential classical musicians in... | Texas Performing Arts | 01/30/12- 07/31/13 | Austin |
Long Center for the Performing Arts Announces 5th Anniversary SeasonPresented by The Long Center for the Performing Arts at The Long Center for the Performing Arts September 18, 2012-June 5, 2013 The Long Center’s 5th anniversary season is our biggest and best yet! In addition to our popular programs in the International Series, Family Series and some of the best of Broadway, we’re adding six new series, including Rock-a-LONG Wednesdays, LONG Laughs, National Geographic Live! and FlamencoAustin. Select series offer same-seat guarantees throughout.
Current season subscribers will have priority seating now through May 31. First-time subscribers may order now and... | The Long Center for the Performing Arts | 09/18/12- 06/05/13 | Austin |
Arts Culture After-School Program: Guitar & Ukulele ClubPresented by Artistic Education Company September 6-December 13, 2012 Curriculum includes playing the acoustic guitar and also the ukulele by reading the music notes, learning proper guitar technique, playing chord progressions to cultural based music/songs, reading music on a music staff, stage performance skills, and much more! No previous musical experience necessary. Instruments provided, though bring your own guitar and/or ukulele if you wish. Enthusiasm is always welcome! Online applications accepted always.
WE ALSO OFFER A CAMP PROGRAM!... | Artistic Education Company | 09/06/12- 12/13/12 | Austin |
Conspirare Youth ChoirsPresented by Conspirare and Conspirare Youth Choirs at St. Martin's Lutheran Church December 9-December 10, 2012 In their seventh concert season, Conspirare’s youngest choristers present their popular holiday concert. Featuring “This Endris Night” by Stephen Paulus and British composer John Rutter's complete "Dancing Day,” a cycle of traditional carols set with harp.
| Conspirare | 12/09/12- 12/10/12 | Austin |
The Flying Theater Machine Presents: Monster FamiliesPresented by The Hideout Theatre at The Hideout Theatre December 4, 2011-November 18, 2012 Only Baby Monster can see the humans in the audience, the rest of the Monster Family doesn't believe in Humans. In this family friendly improv show the monster family goes through silly challenges to discover this gift that Baby Monster has. In a series of games, stories and interactions the monster family comes to an understanding with Baby. They eventually meet some of the audience and discover that humans can be nice!
This holiday season, at the Hideout Theatre, families... | The Hideout Theatre | 12/04/11- 11/18/12 | Austin |
2012 Play Bingo Ladies Luncheon Presented by Center for Child Protection October 27, 2012 The Friends of Christopher Guild proudly presents the 9th annual PlayBingo Ladies Luncheon,
a unique Austin event bringing ladies together for a common cause –child abuse– and a common love –bingo. Through the years, PlayBingo has grown to include 700 ladies who rally their friends for a midafternoon rendezvous of tasty drinks, fabulous auction items, and of course- BINGO!
Don't miss out on all of the fun! You can be a part of the day... | Center for Child Protection | 10/27/12 | Austin |
Texas Music Roadtrip at The Bob Bullock Texas State History MuseumPresented by Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum at Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum March 17-October 14, 2012 This spring take a Texas Music Roadtrip at The Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
Special exhibition opens with free Texas Tornados performance March 17, 2012
The Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum is fueling up for its 28th special exhibit, Texas Music Roadtrip, the largest museum exhibition to tell the story of the profound influence and impact of Texas music.
Texas Music Roadtrip is guest-created by Gary Hartman founder of the... | Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum | 03/17/12- 10/14/12 | Austin |
20th Annual Austin International Poetry FestivalPresented by Austin Poets International, Inc. (API) at Multiple Locations September 27-September 30, 2012 Poetry-lovers of all ages:
Join us for the 20th Anniversary celebration of the Austin International Poetry Festival: September 27-30, 2012. It is free and open to the public!
It started with four founders back in 1993, and today, this four-day, citywide, all-inclusive annual celebration of poets and poetry has grown to become “the largest non-juried poetry festival in the U.S.” It includes 30 live local readings, 10 poetry workshops, 10 open mics, 10... | Austin Poets International, Inc. (API) | 09/27/12- 09/30/12 | Austin |
The Joseph and Susanna Dickinson Hannig Museum presents: Gone to Texas: Women and QuiltsPresented by Joseph and Susanna Dickinson Hannig Museum March 2-September 23, 2012 The Dickinson Museum's new exhibit, Gone to Texas: Women and Quilts, features 19th century quilts that are both historic and beautiful. Some of them are from private collections from Texas families and are exhibited for the first time. In a larger way, the quilts reveal frontier immigration itself, as they came to Texas on wagons, by paddle boat or steam train, or even on foot.
Bed Turning, A study and discussion of historic quilts with guest curator Marcia Kaylakie, 1 pm and again at... | Joseph and Susanna Dickinson Hannig Museum | 03/02/12- 09/23/12 | Austin |
Splash Pads Around AustinPresented by Various at Multiple Locations May 19-September 9, 2012 Looking for a way to cool off this summer? Check out some of these splash pads and pools around the city!
Bailey Park - New splash pad opened in 2010. 1101 W. 33rd Street, Austin 78705. (Photos). Open May 19 - September 9, 2012 daily from 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Bartholomew Park - Brand new splash pad opened in May, 2011. Bartholomew Park, 5200 Berkman Drive, Austin. (Photos). Open May 19 - September 9, 2012 daily from 9:00... | Various | 05/19/12- 09/09/12 | Austin |
| Youth Capoeira @ the MACC | Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center | 04/07/12- 09/01/12 | Austin |
AMOA-Arthouse presents: Advanced Young Artists Exhibition Presented by AMOA-Arthouse August 4-August 26, 2012 From August 4th through 26th, AMOA-Arthouse will display the Advanced Young Artist's Exhibition on the first floor gallery of their location at the Jones Center.
Advanced Young Artists (AYA) is a program for students who have already participated in at least one semester of Young Artists. Ten advanced students are paired with professional or graduate student “Artist-Mentors,” to conceptualize and complete a long-term artistic project in any visual art field... | AMOA-Arthouse | 08/04/12- 08/26/12 | Austin |
SVT KIDS! Summer Camps for 2012Presented by Salvage Vanguard Theater at Salvage Vanguard Theater August 6-August 24, 2012 Salvage Vanguard Theater presents SVT Kids!, an educational program that nurtures the student’s creative voice while building teamwork, confidence, and communication skills.
Summer camps are offered half day,1:00 pm -5:00 pm/ ages 5-14.
Each week culminates with a sharing of performance for family & friends.
For Registration and other info contact Jenny Larson, jenny@salvagevanguard.org
About SVT Kids:
All programs are taught by Adriene Mishler. She... | Salvage Vanguard Theater | 08/06/12- 08/24/12 | Austin |
Summer Art CampPresented by The Creative Commons Art Studio June 4-August 24, 2012 June 4 - June 8 Dr. Seuss Papier Mache
June 11 - June 15 Giacomettie Figures
June 18 - June 22 Tessellations
June 25 - June 29 Guitar Mosaics
July 2 - July 6 Papier Mache Letters
July 9 - July 13 Chihuly Sculptures
July 16 - July 20 Optical Illusions
July 23 - July 27 Crazy for Peacocks
July 30 - Aug 3 Calder Mobiles
Aug 6 - Aug 10 Harry Potter Mosaic | The Creative Commons Art Studio | 06/04/12- 08/24/12 | Austin |
6th Annual Global Youth Peace SummitPresented by Amala Foundation August 12-August 19, 2012 The 6th Annual Global Youth Peace Summit (August 12th – 19th, 2012) will unite American, refugee, immigrant and international youth (ages 13-18) for an eight-day youth summit, devoted to heart-centered dialogue, compassionate service, cultural exchange, authentic expression and exploration of self and world.
Bringing together 70 youth from over 25 different countries, the Summit is a sustainable peace movement where cultural, religious and personal differences are... | Amala Foundation | 08/12/12- 08/19/12 | Marble Falls |
Abrakadoodle Summer Art Camps Ages 3-5 and 5-12Presented by Abrakadoodle Art Education for Children - Austin, TX at Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum June 11-August 17, 2012 8 wonderful Abrakadoodle art camp themes at over 8 Metro locations from South, Central and North Austin to Round Rock, Cedar Park and more. Call for venue details or check out our web site! Themes include:
1) Silver Screen Artists 2) Garden Art Safari 3) Splash 'N Splat 4) Once Upon a Time 5) Art Counts! 6) Presto Arto! 7) Really Big Gigantic and Teeny Tiny Art 8)Abrakadoodle 3-D Studio I & II. Full descriptions online. | Abrakadoodle Art Education for Children - Austin, TX | 06/11/12- 08/17/12 | Austin |
Billboard Top 10 Mini CampPresented by TexARTS at TexARTS Studios August 13-August 17, 2012 Summer mini camps are an exciting introduction to musical theatre for young dancers, singers and actors! Billboard Top 10 students will perform for family and friends on Friday, August 17. | TexARTS | 08/13/12- 08/17/12 | Austin |
TexARTS Dance CampPresented by TexARTS at TexARTS Studios August 13-August 17, 2012 This one-week intensive focuses on dance and strengthening technique. Classes are Monday - Friday for dancers of all levels. During the week students will be exposed to all forms of dance with classes in tap, jazz, musical theatre, ballet, modern, lyrical, contemporary and hip hop. Classes will be taught by TexARTS' professional faculty and guest teachers from around the country. | TexARTS | 08/13/12- 08/17/12 | Austin |
ACT presents SUMMER CAMP 2012Presented by Austin Children's Theater at The VORTEX June 4-August 17, 2012 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Talena Martinez, Executive Director, ACT
info@austinchildrenstheater.org
512-927-6633
Austin, TX, March 26th, 2012
Camp dates
June 4th- August 17th
ACT presents Summer Camp 2012
ACT is excited to announce another wonderful summer camp lineup! We are offering programs for kids in k-9th grades, including variety theater weeks, musical theater intensives, and audition workshops.... | Austin Children's Theater | 06/04/12- 08/17/12 | Austin |
Shakespeare at Winedale 42nd Summer SeasonPresented by Shakespeare at Winedale July 19-August 12, 2012 Shakespeare at Winedale’s 2012 Summer Class takes the stage this summer with performances of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, The Winter’s Tale, and, for the first time at Winedale, Coriolanus. Performances will begin July 19th and run through August 12th; performances are Thursdays - Sundays at 7:30pm with matinees on Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm. Tickets are $10 for general admission or $5 for students/UT ID holders and may be ordered online through ... | Shakespeare at Winedale | 07/19/12- 08/12/12 | Round Top |
Best of Broadway CampPresented by TexARTS at TexARTS Studios August 6-August 10, 2012 Join us for singing, dancing, acting and crafts Broadway style! Students will learn some of Broadway's biggest hits and will perform them on Friday, August 10 for friends and family! | TexARTS | 08/06/12- 08/10/12 | Austin |
Tiaras 'N Tutus Mini Camp - Session 2Presented by TexARTS at TexARTS Studios August 6-August 10, 2012 Summer mini camps are an exciting introduction to musical theatre for young dancers, singers and actors! Students enrolled in Tiaras 'N Tutus will perform for friends and family on Friday, August 10. | TexARTS | 08/06/12- 08/10/12 | Austin |
MACC Summer CampsPresented by Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center at Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center. June 11-August 10, 2012 June 11 - August 10 / Ages 5-12 / 9am-5pm
Join the excitement by participating in MACC cultural camps! The goal of our camps is to foster a meaningful understanding and appreciation of Mexican American cultural arts and heritage. Daily activities in our visual and performing arts classes reflect the session theme.
Session 1: Lucha Mania - A Wrestling Phenomena (6/11 -6/22)
Session 2: Fiesta Fun - Mexican Holidays (6/25-7/6)
Session 3:... | Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center | 06/11/12- 08/10/12 | Austin |
Ceramics Bayou Summer Camps And Art ClassesPresented by Cordovan Art School June 4-August 10, 2012 Want your child to have the best camp experience? Then sign them up at Ceramics Bayou, the fun place to spend your day!
From Super Hero to the Amazon adventure, your child will have a whole new creative experience!
We have painting, drawing, music, science experiments, ceramics, games, food, and EXCITEMENT going on this season... did we mention the live animals? They have to be there!
Click | Cordovan Art School | 06/04/12- 08/10/12 | Austin |
| MACC Summer Camps "Arte Verde (Green Art)" | Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center | 08/06/12- 08/10/12 | Austin |
Summer Camps at the MACCPresented by Mexican American Cultural Center at Mexican American Cultural Center June 11-August 10, 2012 Summer Camp Ages 5-12
Join the excitement by participating in MACC cultural camps! The goal of our camps is to foster a meaningful understanding and appreciation of Mexican American cultural arts and heritage. Daily activities in our visual and performing arts classes reflect the session theme.
Session 1 Lucha Mania
A Wrestling Phenomena (6/11 -6/22, $250/2wks)
Session 2 Fiesta Fun*
Mexican Holidays (6/25-7/6, $225/2wks, No... | Mexican American Cultural Center | 06/11/12- 08/10/12 | Austin |
Silver Spur Arts Academy Offers ‘InSPURational Classes, Camps For CenTex KidsPresented by Silver Spur Arts Academy at Salado Silver Spur Theatre June 4-August 10, 2012 The Silver Spur Arts Academy (SSAA), in association with the Salado Silver Spur Theater, announces its “InSPURational Summer” lineup of unique, creativity-cultivatin’ camps and outreach programs for aspiring young artists and performers.
“Participants will have the opportunity to learn techniques in visual and performing arts in amazingly fun ways,” said Grainger Esch, SSAA co-founder and Creative Director of the Salado Silver Spur since 2004.... | Silver Spur Arts Academy | 06/04/12- 08/10/12 | Salado |
TexARTS Glee! CampPresented by TexARTS at TexARTS Studios July 30-August 3, 2012 Join us for dancing, singing and acting Glee style! TexARTS hosts its own Glee Club for a week of Broadway and Top 40 hits. | TexARTS | 07/30/12- 08/03/12 | Austin |
Pop Star Mini CampPresented by TexARTS at TexARTS Studios July 30-August 3, 2012 Summer mini camps are an exciting introduction to musical theatre for young singers, actors and dancers! Students in our Pop Star camp will perform for family and friends on Friday, August 3. | TexARTS | 07/30/12- 08/03/12 | Austin |
| MACC Summer Camps "Tejano Urbano" | Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center | 07/23/12- 08/03/12 | Austin |