Life in the Coastal Bend

Summer in South Texas is fast approaching with blazing rays of sunlight, sticky fingers and the high-pitched squeals of children at play. While the children look forward to sleeping in,  and late-night movies, I always dread the extra cost...

If you are in Corpus, come on OTB. {That's Islander-speak for over the bridge.} Cross the JFK Causeway with the kiddos and enjoy all the fun things happening on North Padre Island! We’re so excited to bring you this brand new resource –...

With 3 kids ages 7 and under and no family close by, my husband and I don't get date nights very often.  But on the rare occasion that we do get to go out just the two of us,...

In South Texas, spring break usually signifies the beginning of spring…or should I say summer. With the warmer temperatures already here, days at the pool are sure to follow. As a new mom and a pool owner, I am...

April is Autism Awareness Month and we are so excited to share this amazing event! Hurricane Alley Waterpark teamed up with the Autism Spectrum Resource Center for Corpus Christi for the 1st Annual Sensory Friendly Sunday on April 28th 9AM...

The week of April 7th through the 13th is National Library Week in the United States. First started in 1958, the week honors libraries, library workers and promotes library use and support. This makes my heart feel so happy!  I...

Living in the Coastal Bend forces you to be very aware of the Hurricane Season {June 1st- November 30th}  and all of the things that we need to make sure our homes and families are prepared during a hurricane...

Coastal Bend Mom Collective is growing! Are YOU the next Coastal Bend Mom Co. Writer? We will be adding to our group of regular contributors beginning in September and we’re looking for fresh, local voices to join our team!   This is a volunteer...

Get out and do something fun, friends!  Have something to share? Let us know in the comments or submit to our free events calendar! Friday: Pound Rockout Workout 8am at Flower Patch Training in Portland hosted by E3 Impact Fitness Studio Limited Spots...

Spring Break is only a few short weeks away. We have rounded up a list of a few Spring Break camps in the Coastal Bend. Be sure to keep an eye on our community calendar for things to do this...