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Mozart’s Lunar New Year Festival

Step into Mozart’s for a vibrant two-day Lunar New Year Celebration you won’t want to miss. Experience the energy of a traditional Chinese Lion Dance, the powerful rhythm of Japanese drumming choreography, live Chinese calligraphy, and festive face painting for all...

Round Rock Area Serving Center Expansion

The Round Rock Area Serving Center opened a new facility for the Treasures Charity Resale Shop & Boutique to support the food pantry and program services. The clothing and furniture store is open to the public and is located at 1075 E Main Street, Round Rock...

A Celebration of Poets

Year after year, publishing poetry has become a cherished tradition for Mrs. Manisha Winchell's second-grade classroom at Harmony Science Academy-Cedar Park. Sixteen of her students recently received national recognition after their work was selected for publication...

Texas Education Freedom Accounts Launch With Strong Early Momentum

Hundreds of private schools and education providers across Texas are signing on to the new Texas Education Freedom Accounts program, signaling strong interest ahead of its first year. Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock announced that about 600 private...

Austin Early Childhood Center Named Finalist in H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards

An Austin early childhood education program is being recognized for going above and beyond for local families. H-E-B has named the Goodwill Exploration Center in Austin a finalist in the 2026 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards, an annual program that honors...

Give Back Together: Celebrate National BloodDonor Month with We Are Blood

Give Back Together: Celebrate National Blood Donor Month with We Are Blood January marks National Blood Donor Month, a time to recognize the life-saving contributions of blood and platelet donors across the country. Central Texas families are encouraged to participate...

Former NFL Star Derrick Johnson Inspires Young Readers Through New Children’s Book

University of Texas football legend and former Kansas City Chiefs Pro Bowler Derrick Johnson is connecting with families through his debut children’s book, Super DJ Saves Field Day, a story rooted in empowerment, education, and self-belief. Inspired by...

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The Ultimate Guide to Austin Summer Camps

Feb 26, 2026 | 0 Comments

Summer in Austin has a rhythm all its own. Long, sunny days. Afternoons that stretch until the fireflies emerge. And for many families, the looming question that arrives weeks before the last day of school: What are my kids doing this summer? You are in luck....

Valentine Chemistry

Jan 28, 2026 | 0 Comments

Everyone knows Valentine’s Day is celebrated in February, but did you know February is also American Heart Month? With hearts everywhere you look, what better time for an annual reminder to pay attention to your heart health? Valentine’s Day and American Heart Month...

Happy 2026: The Fresh Start Effect

Dec 30, 2025 | 0 Comments

January is a natural time for new beginnings and fresh motivation, thanks to what psychologists call the Fresh Start Effect. This concept describes how people use milestones such as New Year’s Day, the start of school, or a birthday to spark change. It explains...