Friday, March 13, 2009

Give Us a (Spring) Break!

Next Wednesday, March 18th
Spring is here and school is out! Join us for a refreshing "mommy break" and come to our March Meet-N-Greet next Wednesday, March 18th at Austin Mama-owned, Soma Vida. Bring the kids and enjoy an intimate and informative gathering at Austin's only work/life balance and wellness Center. Guest speakers include, acupuncturists Billy Scott and Cara Desai and naturopathic doctor, Vanessa Fritz, ND. They will cover topics on work/life balance solutions, acupuncture for the whole family, treating common childhood ailments naturally, and the benefits of co-working for "mamapeneurs". Also enjoy free mini massages, a question and answer session, and tour of Soma Vida with co-owner, Laura Shook. Activities for children (ages 2 and up) will be offered in a separate childcare room. Kids will enjoy yoga and crafts. Babies are welcome, but are required to stay with their parents. Coffee and pastries will on hand for snacking. The entire event is FREE! Moms and kids are strongly encouraged to have a reservation to attend. To RSVP please e-mail scoop@babyscoopaustin.com. Giveaways include a free co-working and childcare pass at Soma Vida, free and discounted wellness services, a gift from Texas Medicinals, plus prizes for other great services. Soma Vida is nestled in East Austin in a house at 1210 Rosewood Ave. (512)628-1580.

Upcoming Events:

Laura Freeman show at Cedar Park Library

Tuesday, March 17th 10:30 and 11:15
Local children’s singer and songwriter, Laura Freeman, will be performing live at Cedar Park Library to tunes she wrote about being green, spring, and St. Patrick’s Day! Where your green to the show! Show times: 10:30 toddler show and 11:15 preschool show
Cedar Park Library is located at 550 Discovery Blvd., Cedar Park 78613, 512-401-5600

St. Patrick's Day Festival

Tuesday, March 17th, noon to midnight
Bring out your inner "Irish" and come enjoy an authentic Irish festival on St. Patty's Day. It's a celebration of authentic Irish and folk culture including stars of Irish and Texas fiddle, including Johnny Gimble, Kevin Burke, Brian Conway, and local Celtic stars, Jeff Moore, Silver Thistle Pipes and Drums, the Irish Dance Center, and Clickety Cloggers. Tuesday from noon to midnight at the Fiddlers Hearth Public House located at 301 Barton Springs. It’s a great educating experience for kids and a great time for parents! More info at, www.stpatricksdayaustin.com

No Nap Happy Hour at Ruta Maya Coffee House

Friday March 20th, 3:00-6:00pm
Skip the kids nap or get them down early so you can make a very kid-friendly "happy hour" Spare the Rock, Spoil the Child and Chad Hamilton Present “No-Nap Happy Hour” At Ruta Maya Coffee Friday, March 20th at 3:00. Enjoy "kooky" and very kid friendly live music from Jason Kleinberg from Me 3, Laura Freeman + the Wee Lollies, Mr. Leebot, Adam Levy of The Bunny Clogs and the Honeydogs.Cost is $5 for anyone who can boogie (infants are free). Ruta Maya is at 3601 S. Congress in Austin. For more info, go to rutamaya Ruta Maya is located at 3601 South Congress Avenue.

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DOT-COM OF THE WEEK

BSA’s dot-com of the week: SolarHalophoto.com
Our photos from our Meet-N-Greet at Wee Voices are now ready for viewing at SolarHaloPhoto.com Click on link and type in the password: 021709 For more info or to order prints, e-mail solarhalo.studios@gmail.com.

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