Hi, I am a married 27 year old mommy win three amazing kiddos. We just relocated and have finally fulfilled our dream of moving our family here. My husband lived here for several years before we met, but I have never lived here. I've visited tons of times but now that I am a resident, I am hoping to find some groups to join in order to meet more people. I love to run, hike, swim, read, explore, and I am addicted to music. I hope that someone can point me in the direction of where to meet some fun people--parents or not-- to enjoy the city with.
MOPS stands for Mothers of PreSchoolers. If you Google it for Austin, you will see a number of groups listed. It will be a great way to meet other moms, have great childcare, and enjoy breakfast and a program. Surely you will meet other mothers who like to read, run, sew and cook and walk. It is a great program.
Join a running group! Rogue Running is on the east side and they have group runs on the weekend. Good way to exercise, meet people with similar interests, and see Austin.
Welcome! I also recommend checking out Central Market. They have a great patio to dine and a playground - all at a grocery store! We love it and you can find more info at (http://www.centralmarket.com/Stores/Austin-Central.aspx) Also look at the Austin City Recreation website for information about events (http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/parks/events.htm). If you run, check out RunTex (runtex.com) because they do group runs and have a listing for 5ks through the website. I am too far north, but I know Zilker is a great place to meet people. I've met some great people through groups I have found on meetup.com. I also really like the libraries here. The library near us has a book club and they have GREAT story times for the kids. A lot of stores around here offer groups through the stores. I know one of the sewing stores near me has different sewing groups, and a triathlon store has different bike groups and running groups that start at the store. This area is great for groups! There are also some great kids event websites, too. One I check periodically is kidevents.com. You can also find a local free magazine called Parent: Wise or Austin Family that will list things and they are at many businesses in the area. So much to do here! Good luck and welcome!
There is a ton of stuff to do in austin.. Check out the local papers. The Austin American Statesman and the Chronicle. You can also read them onlne. They list all of the events going on..
Many free events are available each week. Also, local businesses have events. Central market on North Lamar Shows outdoor movies, concerts,and performances.Check out Hangtown burgers website. Also The Hub...
There are free summer concerts on the lawn of the Long Center, Waterloo Park and lots of other venues. Take a picnic and blanket. The bats at the Congress Avvenue bridge is famous. People come from all over the world to see the largest colony of bats living in an urban setting. You can find the times and dates online,
The farmers markets around town also have free entertainment. The one at The Triangle is every Wed. There is one of those fountains that squirts water for the kids to cool off and they have musicians as well as the vendors selling their goodies.. Remember to take cash. Many of them do not take credit cards.
In the fall many of the local elementary schools hold fall carnivals. They are also a blast and not very expensive.
The City of Austin Parks APRD hae a website with all of the activities listed. Right now the annual Play in the Park is featuring the Music Man. It is wonderful and it is free, Deep Eddy Swimming pool does sat night movies while you swim. You only pay the entry fee, and can take in your dinner.
There are also festivals at the little towns all around Austin.
Have a great time, keep a cooler with water and juice in your car. Also a bag with snacks, sun screen, bug spray, sunhats,blanket and towels is always good to have available when you see an event.
