Bring the littles to a FREE weekly early childhood education series that provides hands-on activities and programs focused on literacy, bilingual storytelling, music and dance, cultural learnings, and nature play. No reservations needed. ASL interpretation provided. This event takes place on the Meredith Heritage Tree Deck at...

Spend a night under the stars enjoying beloved movies and exploring the beauty of Waterloo Park, with audience contests, live music, and family-friendly activities. July 8 · Sing 2 Live Music by Wache July 22 · Spider-Man: No Way Home Live Music by DJ Mahealani August 5 · Selena Live Music by Bidi Bidi...

Take part in a variety of science, nature, and STEM programs designed to connect kids (ages 5-14) to the natural world through hands-on nature exploration and learning through problem-solving, outdoor play, and journal exercises. Wild Wednesdays Schedule July 13 – Botany (Plants) July 20 – Entomology (Insects) July 27...

Dance Jams is presented by Waterloo Greenway in partnership with Dance Waterloo, and is part of the early childhood education series Morning Glories, providing hands-on activities and programs to promote literacy, bilingual storytelling, music, dance, cultural learnings, and nature play. Join us for high-energy follow-along dances to...

Hosted by the City of Austin - Join us for the Roots & Wings Festival — Austin’s community-wide celebration of Arbor Day and Monarch Appreciation Day! On Halloween weekend, we invite you to explore the outdoors, enjoy art-making, and celebrate in your best nature-themed costume!   Fun for...

Bring your friends and family to the third annual National Wildlife Refuge Round Up on October 19, 2019 from noon to 4:00 pm. Held at Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge headquarters, this FREE event offers over 25 hands-on activities to highlight recreational opportunities on your...

Sponsored Post - from Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center Save the date! Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center's 10th Annual Celebration of Children in Nature is on Friday, September 29th from 6pm to 9pm at the Four Seasons Hotel in downtown Austin. The entire event is a fundraiser for Westcave's ongoing efforts to connect as many children as...

If you're passionate about connecting children to nature, then this event is for you. Tickets are now available for Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center's annual celebration on September 16th at the Four Seasons. The event will honor individuals and organizations who are working hard to get kids...

The city is continuing its efforts to better connect children with nature and is once again, looking for public input. As you might remember, the city is currently working on developing a strategic plan to ensure that the children who need it the most have access to...

Savannah Riddles wants to make a difference, a big difference. And in large part, she’s already done it. She’s also only 14 years old. Savannah is the junior leader for Girl Scout Troop 471 here in Austin.  AEN readers might remember Girl Scout Troop 471 from an...