School’s out soon, so it’s time to fill your summer calendar with local fun.
You’ll have no trouble entertaining youngsters with this list of 31 kid-friendly activities around the 512. UMLAUF Sculpture Garden and Museum | Family memberships available | This outdoor sculpture garden is filled with 200+ whimsical bronze sculptures, paintings, and drawings. Kids will remember partaking in sculpture searches on family days.
Texas Trail Rides | See the Texas Hill Country the most Texas way possible: on horseback. Instructors are available for adults and kids alike, regardless of their skill level. Kids will remember the relationships they create with the horses.
BookPeople | Keep an eye out for kid’s book readings on this store’s events calendar. Kids will remember participating in story time.
Thinkery | Family memberships available | This children’s museum offers hands-on exhibits related to kinetics and electricity. Kids will remember letting loose in the backyard playground.
Two-Step Dance Lessons | 7 p.m. | Sagebrush | Free with RSVP | Put on your cowboy boots and learn to two-step at this weekly class for beginners.
Wednesday, May 28
Noche de Serenata | 6-8 p.m. | Bar Toti | Cost of purchase | Listen to live music by acclaimed guitarist JJ Poyatos while you enjoy dinner + cocktails at the neighborhood bistro — be sure to make a reservation.
Thursday, May 29
Dierks Bentley | 7 p.m. | The Moody Center | $51+ | The country music star wants you to “Come a Little Closer” and snag a seat at his ATX show with special guest Zach Top.
Friday, May 30
“Grand Hotel the Musical” | Friday, May 30-Sunday, June 15 | Times vary | The Whisenhunt at ZACH Theatre | $55+ | Follow the guests at the Grand Hotel as they face issues of life and death, financial ruin, love, and murder in 1928.
Saturday, May 31
Hill Country Galleria Wine & Food Festival | 3-6 p.m. | Hill Country Galleria, Bee Cave | $50+ | Try curated food + wine bites from local restaurants and food trucks at the inaugural edition of this festival.
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The group behind ATX Cocina, Red Ash Grill, and J Carver’s will open two new spots — Restaurant François and Bar Rouge — at 401 W. 3rd St., according to signage on the site’s windows. Both concepts will be led by Harold Marmulstein of Salty Sow.
Travel
Airbnb just launched a new in-app feature that allows you to book services and activities. Imagine a sushi chef in a shipping container apartment. If you’re just looking for a cool place to stay,browse some of our favorite Airbnbs.
Plan Ahead
Donut miss out — Shipley Do-Nuts will celebrate National Donut Day on Friday, June 6 by giving away a free signature glazed donut with any purchase. Find your nearest shop or use code “DonutDay25" online.
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Leander is the No. 8 best place to live in the US, according to a new study by U.S. News & World Report. The suburb north of Austin ranked highly for its job market, median household income, and median home values.
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The Buy
A great find in Nordstrom’s Half-Yearly Sale. Markdowns as high as 60% are on the table — here’s what we’re eyeing:
🛍️ This cozy, ultra-soft cardigan is 30% off and perfect for relaxing in.
🛍️ Get 30% off petite wide-leg linen pants that are breezy and light for summer.
🛍️ Take 60% off this blue wrap dress that can take you straight from the office to drinks out.
🛍️ These Nordstrom brand men’s chinos come in tan, grey, or navy — all are up to 40% off.
🛍️ This Tory Burch tote was recently marked down by 30% — we’re only a little obsessed with the print.
Bungalow 512 — a summery, new section of the flagship Kendra Scott store on South Congress Avenue — just opened and will operate through Labor Day weekend.
I enjoyed shopping in the colorful space, which debuted alongside a themed Sips & Sweets menu in the front cafe. If you love sugary drinks, try the Lady Bird Latte.
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