http://austinkidsdirectory.com/index.php en dtye@austin.rr.com Copyright 2012 2012-05-16T16:40:54+00:00 http://austinkidsdirectory.com/blog/single/new_edition_of_annual_childcare_school_guide_now_available/ http://austinkidsdirectory.com/blog/single/new_edition_of_annual_childcare_school_guide_now_available/#When:16:40:54Z If you are a parent looking for a childcare, private school, preschool, tutoring, a nanny, a babysitter, drop-in childcare, after-school care & activities or special needs schools & resources in the Austin metro area this publication is a great resource for you and your family! Available in stands in select locations throughout our area as well as on our website at http://austinkidsdirectory.com/directory/flip_childcareguide/ (or find the link at the top of our homepage). 2012-05-16T16:40:54+00:00 http://austinkidsdirectory.com/blog/single/austin_kids_directory_celebrating_15_years/ http://austinkidsdirectory.com/blog/single/austin_kids_directory_celebrating_15_years/#When:12:57:35Z The May 2012 issue marks 15 years of publishing for the Austin Kid's Directory...wow! Thank you to all of the many businesses we have been blessed to work with over the years who help us bring to parents in our area this great resource! And thank you to parents in our area for supporting the businesses that advertise with us! Be sure to check out the May issue, now in stands and available on our website. It has LOTS of summer planning ideas plus all of the other info you depend on us to make you aware of so you are in-the-know about businesses in our area that are family-friendly. What a great area we live in! 2012-05-01T12:57:35+00:00 http://austinkidsdirectory.com/blog/single/spring_in_the_austin_area/ http://austinkidsdirectory.com/blog/single/spring_in_the_austin_area/#When:20:16:29Z Loving this gorgeous Spring weather and seeing wildflowers again! A wonderful time to get the family out of the house and take a day trip or experience some of the great things going on in our area. Looking for things to do?? Be sure to check our on-line calendar on our website. Always great ideas to be found there! Or flip through our March issue or our Field Trip Guide. Both of these are available to view on our site. From zoos to strawberry picking to museums to festivals to trail rides to sports and more....our area has such much to offer and The Austin Kid's Directory can help you locate family-friendly fun! 2012-03-23T20:16:29+00:00 http://austinkidsdirectory.com/blog/single/youth_flag_football_baseball_seasons_to_start_soon_in_leander/ http://austinkidsdirectory.com/blog/single/youth_flag_football_baseball_seasons_to_start_soon_in_leander/#When:14:15:44Z Leander Parks and Recreation and Dr. John’s Sports Center are partnering again to bring you the 3rd season of the Leander Youth Baseball Club (LYBC) and Leander Youth Flag Football League (LYFFL). Open to all area youth, the season begins the week of March 19th and runs until the end of May. The Leagues serves boys and girls between the ages of 4-11 by offering T-ball (ages 4-6), Coach Pitch (ages 6-8) and Flag Football (ages 5-11). This is a great opportunity for your child to have fun and learn sportsmanship, team work and develop sport skills that will lead to successful play. The start of the season features an opening day celebration on March 31, 2012 with local vendors, a moon bounce and other family fun activities on Dr. John’s Sports Center’s outdoor fields. John Krampitz, PhD, founder and owner of Dr. John’s Sports Center says, “I am excited about the growth of the programs both in size and quality and the opportunity to continue working with Leander PARD.” Director of Parks, Steve Bosak said,” We are really excited about the 3rd season of the LYBC and the LYFFL. Dr. John’s is a breath of fresh air for the area’s younger athletes.” In its 3rd year, the LYBC and LYFFL has been a very positive program for the greater Leander area. It brings the community together to celebrate sport, being active and it has help to build friendships. Dr. John’s Sports Center is located at 1800 Clover Lane in Cedar Park, Texas. Dr. John’s motto “Where We all Play” emphasizes the value and benefit of actively participating in sport and games. For more information on the Leander Youth Sports programs at Dr.John’s Sports Center please contact Ty Gibson at 512.259.7545 or Leander Parks and Recreation Department at 528-9909. Detailed information can be obtained at http://www.DrJohnsSportsCenter.com. 2012-01-20T14:15:44+00:00 http://austinkidsdirectory.com/blog/single/austin_area_mom_offers_cooking_lessons_for_parents....feed_your_baby_fresh_/ http://austinkidsdirectory.com/blog/single/austin_area_mom_offers_cooking_lessons_for_parents....feed_your_baby_fresh_/#When:14:09:13Z Taste and See Healthy Baby Food offers personalized cooking lessons for making nutritious homemade baby food for the first year of your little one’s life. Spend some time one-on-one or with a group of your mommy friends learning about each step of preparing your baby’s food. A lesson will start with choosing appropriate fruits and veggies, when to select organics, how to cook them to the right texture based on your baby’s age and ability, as well as how to introduce new flavors. You will also learn about proper storage and serving techniques. Each cooking lesson will focus on your baby’s needs, whether you are new or a more experienced baby gourmet chef, or a parent of an older infant seeking to expand your knowledge. During the in-home cooking lesson you will prepare about one month’s worth of purees and practice honing your baby food making powers. You will also discuss the variety of foods to serve your baby when it’s time to introduce grains, dairy and protein foods. The cooking demonstration includes a comprehensive guide you can keep and continually reference. After a Taste and See Healthy Baby Food lesson you will feel confident and motivated about providing the healthiest baby food made with your love. Taste and See Shares Juice Plus+ Whole Food Based Nutrition Taste and See Healthy Baby Food encourages families to obtain nutrients, vitamins and minerals from a colorful variety of fruits and vegetables. The recommendation is to have 7-13 servings of fresh fruits and vegetables every day. Due to our busy lifestyles, most of us do not meet this requirement. Juice Plus+ is convenient, easy-to-take whole food based nutrition, rich in vitamins, antioxidants, and phytonutrients. Juice Plus+ has nutrition from 17 different fruits, vegetables and grains. Juice Plus+ supports good health. For more information visit http://www.tasteandseesharesjuiceplus.com The cost of the individual in-home cooking lesson is $60 and the in-home group cooking lesson is $35 for each person in the group. * Parents referred by the Austin Kids Directory only pay $45/ $25 for the cooking lessons. * Looking for a unique baby shower gift? We have gift certificates available. For additional information or to schedule cooking lessons go to http://www.tasteandseehealthybabyfood.com or call us at 512-633-6248. 2012-01-13T14:09:13+00:00 http://austinkidsdirectory.com/blog/single/new_mothers_day_out_program_from_adventure_kids_in_cedar_park/ http://austinkidsdirectory.com/blog/single/new_mothers_day_out_program_from_adventure_kids_in_cedar_park/#When:22:22:04Z Adventure Kids Playcare is excited to announce our new Mother's Day Out program, Adventure Kids University! It is a flexible, curriculum-based preschool program for 2-5 year olds from 9am-1pm and includes lunch. We are offering bundle packages - 10 days = $275 and 5 days = $140. This includes lunch and there is NO SUPPLY FEE! There is a annual membership fee of $40 per year per family. You can choose the days that work best for your schedule! Call 512-458-KIDS (5437) or see http://www.adventurekidsplaycare.com to learn more. 2012-01-10T22:22:04+00:00 http://austinkidsdirectory.com/blog/single/happy_new_year/ http://austinkidsdirectory.com/blog/single/happy_new_year/#When:04:26:03Z And best wishes for a great 2012! Our January issue is online and filled with ideas to help you get the year off to a great start for your kids and your family. Thank you for using our publication as a resource! We look forward to continuing to help you be aware of the many great family-friendly businesses the Austin metro area has. We live in a wonderful area that offers so much! When you visit the businesses that help us bring you this resource be sure to tell them you found them in the Austin Kid's Directory...they always appreciate this feedback! 2012-01-03T04:26:03+00:00 http://austinkidsdirectory.com/blog/single/great_deals_to_be_found_on_plum_district_austin/ http://austinkidsdirectory.com/blog/single/great_deals_to_be_found_on_plum_district_austin/#When:03:22:44Z Have you signed up for their emails yet? They are a site "For Moms. By Moms." that offers deals everyday with Moms and families specifically in mind. Everything from camps and activities, to clothing and accessories, to stationary and invitations, fun things for the family to do, restaurants, getaways and more. (Even some nice pampering ideas for Moms....we can all use some of that!) Visit https://www.plumdistrict.com/?ref=u30065a03cb4 to sign up so you do not miss out on any of the great deals they offer. This site could be very helpful with holiday shopping! 2011-12-01T03:22:44+00:00 http://austinkidsdirectory.com/blog/single/ymca_of_austin_winter_youth_basketball_league_registration_now_open/ http://austinkidsdirectory.com/blog/single/ymca_of_austin_winter_youth_basketball_league_registration_now_open/#When:03:18:54Z Registration for YMCA of Austin winter Youth Basketball leagues is now open and will run through December 4. Y Youth Basketball leagues are open to children ages 4-14. YMCA sports help develop healthy kids, families, and communities by placing a priority on family involvement and healthy competition rather than rivalry. The Y emphasizes the value of participation over winning, while helping foster team-building, individual development, a positive self-image, and a sense of fair play and mutual respect. All skill levels are welcome, and every child has the opportunity to play. Financial assistance is also available for qualified applicants. Kinder Hoops The YMCA Kinder Hoops League is open for boys and girls ages 4-7. Divisions are determined by the player’s age entering into the season, and games will be played among teams within the same age division. Participants will have equal playing time throughout the game and will be given equal opportunities to start and end games throughout the season. Games are played on Saturdays. The season will start January 7 and run through February 25. Youth Basketball The YMCA Youth Basketball League is open for boys and girls ages 8-14 and will offer a greater level of competition than Kinder leagues. Teams will also offer a greater emphasis on rules and sport-specific skill development while still teaching YMCA Character Development values and fostering a spirit of good sportsmanship. Games are played Saturdays. The season will start January 7 and run through February 25. For more details, call or visit any YMCA of Austin branch or visit http://www.austinymca.org. YMCA of Austin locations include: · TownLake YMCA, 1100 W. Cesar Chavez, 542-YMCA (9622) · East Communities YMCA, 5315 Ed Bluestein, 922-YMCA · Hays Communities YMCA, 465 Buda Sportsplex Dr., 523-0099 · Northwest Family YMCA, 5807 McNeil Dr., 335-YMCA · North Park Family YMCA, 9616 N. Lamar, 973-YMCA · Southwest Family YMCA, 6219 Oakclaire Dr. (& Hwy. 290), 891-YMCA · Springs Family YMCA, 27216 Ranch Rd. 12 South in Dripping Springs, 894-3309 # # # About the YMCA of Austin The YMCA of Austin is a nonprofit organization that has served the Austin community since 1953, providing health and wellness, aquatics, youth sports, day camp, childcare, youth leadership and family enrichment opportunities for more than 40,000 members and 50,000 program participants. More information on the YMCA of Austin is available at http://www.austinymca.org. 2011-09-30T03:18:54+00:00 http://austinkidsdirectory.com/blog/single/back_to_school_in_the_austin_metro_area_is_in_full_swing/ http://austinkidsdirectory.com/blog/single/back_to_school_in_the_austin_metro_area_is_in_full_swing/#When:18:47:23Z Most school age students in our area headed back to school this week. We hope everyone is making this transition easily. Still have shopping to do to get ready for Fall? Please keep in mind our advertisers as you head out. You can rest assured you will receive great service and your business will be greatly appreciated. Our directory also includes lots of great options for after-school care & activities. Whether your child is interested in dance, martial arts, gymnastics, swimming, tutoring, or something else...the Austin Kid's Directory has great possibilities! Best wishes! 2011-08-26T18:47:23+00:00