Archive for April, 2009

The Heart of Texas Sertoma Club will be hosting its third annual Sertoma Kite Festival on Saturday, May 2 from 10 am to 3 pm at the HOTMAC Airfield.  (Rain date:  May 9).  Parking is free, and 100 free kites will be given away.  This promises to be a really fun family event! The Heart of Texas Sertoma Club helps helping... »

On Saturday, April 25, a full day of activities are planned at the Mayborn Museum! Puppet Show:  10:30 am & 1:30 pm in the SBC Theater.  "Showdown at Jackalope Junction" Music & Story by Allen Reeves Ware.  “Hoodlums have taken over the friendly town of Jackalope Junction, Texas!  See how a Cook, his pet skunk, and a wily Texas Jackalope save... »

At the Waco Cultural Arts Fest September 19 & 20, 2009, children’s programming will be featured on the KWBU Kids’ Stage.  KWBU is looking for entertainment acts either by children or for children.  Acts can last from 30 to 60 minutes.  For more information, contact Roxie Collier at (254) 710-7883 or email... »

MCC will be offering children’s swimming lessons for kids ages 5 – 15 years old.  Signing up for classes now can give your child a head start on their summer swim plans.  To register, visit www.mclennan.edu, click “Continuing Education” under “Search for Classes,” and select “Youth Activities and Events.” The course descriptions are below: Children’s Swimming: Level 1-2 Instructor Missy Kittner has the... »

Whether you are planning a school field trip, developing a lesson plan, or looking for summer enrichment, visit www.texaseducationvacation.com, a resource for teachers, students, parents and grandparents. You can find thousands of Texas attractions, destinations and events that offer the excitement of travel, and real world, hands-on learning experiences.  All featured destinations directly support the instructions of  the TEKS curriculum... »

Cameron Park Zoo offers many educational programs which, after paying for zoo admissions, are free, or only a small additional cost.  Programs include guided tours, animal presentations, zoo classes (geared for ages ranging from pre-school to high school), and behind-the-scenes tours.  Also, children ages 2 to 5 can enjoy Storytime at the zoo on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of... »

The Central Texas Astronomical Society offers public stargazing monthly at the Waco Wetlands.  Bring the family and see the skies over Central Texas!  You can come as you are, or bring a lawn chair and a snack.  If you have binoculars or a telescope, feel free to bring them as well.  CTAS members will have telescopes and binoculars to highlight... »

A discussion of Homer Hickam’s Rocket Boys will take place on Tuesday, April 14 from 7 pm – 9 pm at the Barnes and Noble on Waco Drive.  For more information, visit... »

Enjoy a free event watching dogs run timed courses while leaping over jumps, climbing up and over A-frames, weaving through poles, running though tunnels and more!  There are up to 500 runs each day, and these will take place on Friday, April 10 from 5 pm to 8 pm and on Saturday and Sunday, April 11 – 12 from 8... »

On Tuesday, April 7, the McLennan Community College Alternative Teacher Certification Program will offer a free information session intended for individuals with bachelor's degrees who would like to become certified as teachers in Texas.  The event will take place from 6 pm to 8 pm at MCC in the student center, Room 206.  For more information, email... »