Hello Georgetown!
I hope you’ve been having a great week! It’s hard to believe Thanksgiving is just a week away! While many businesses have filled up their pre-order lists, there are also restaurants that will be open that day and we’ve included them on our Thanksgiving Dinner guide. We’re always adding more as we receive new information, so if you know of someone we’ve missed, feel free to email us at hello@hellogeorgetown.com or fill out the form found in the guide.
Lots of wonderful updates for you this week! Georgetown’s own Anytime Fitness has won the Top Club Manager Award out of 2,500 clubs nationwide! Big congrats to Shaun Valdez! Also, we’ve recently had a great conversation with a local DNA nutritionist at Anchored Wellness who is helping her clients unlock customized wellness through DNA testing, and we’ve also got a great list of tips from Huntington Learning Center for parents wondering how to best navigate homework time with their child. Plus, if you’ve been thinking about trying out cryotherapy, Cryo at Wolf is offering a special this month you won’t want to miss!
We’d also like to say welcome to our newest Business Directory Member: EvoFoam Pest Control! This local family and veteran owned company was established in 2017 – you can read their full business directory listing in the newsletter below.
With Thanksgiving almost here, we have also updated our Where to Buy a Christmas Tree in Georgetown, Texas guide. If you’re looking for a Christmas tree, you can find one at several locations in town.
In business news, Bear’s Compounding Pharmacy is officially open in Georgetown, and Jacq’s 3-in-1 Cleaning Services is also open! Also in this week’s newsletter, the Blue Santa and Brown Santa programs are accepting applications for families in need this year, and awards for the 2021-22 Sculpture Tour have been announced.
Finally, we are absolutely thrilled to announce details about our 2nd Annual Make A Smile Happen drive this year! On Saturday, December 11th, Hello Georgetown and Robert’s Printing is inviting the community to help five local non-profits this Christmas through our fundraising drive.
From 8 A.M. to 8 P.M. at the Ross Dress for Less Parking lot located in Wolf Ranch Town Center, community members will be able to drive up to the event tent and drop off their donations. Make A Smile Happen 2021 will focus on four categories for donations: children/teen gifts, food, pet supplies and cash donations. The donations in each category will go toward the following beneficiaries:
Children/Teen Gifts Drive: Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center
Pet Supply Drive: Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter
Food Drive: Helping Hands of Georgetown
Cash Donation: HELP Crisis Assistance and The Playful Child
Last year was so amazing to watch as Georgetown rallied around these amazing nonprofits and made such an incredible difference! Mark your calendars and if you’d like to volunteer during the event, we have a sign up form in the link below.
These are just a few of the updates we have for you this week!
As always, feel free to reach out and let us know how we can better serve you. Hello Georgetown exists for the community!
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🎄 Hello Georgetown Invites Community to Help Make A Smile Happen for Local Non-Profits in 2nd Annual Event
From 8 A.M. to 8 P.M. at the Ross Dress for Less Parking lot located in Wolf Ranch Town Center, community members will be able to drive up to the event tent and drop off their donations. Make A Smile Happen 2021 will focus on four categories for donations: children/teen gifts, food, pet supplies and cash donations.
Thanksgiving Dinner Guide - 2021
Thanksgiving is just around the corner! Here are the businesses offering Thanksgiving dinners and/or sides for pre-orders or in-person.
⭐ Business Spotlight: Georgetown Anytime Fitness Wins Top Club Manager Award Out of 2,500 Clubs Nationwide
Anytime Fitness local club manager, Shaun Valdez , who has been with Anytime Fitness for five years earned the most prestigious individual award given out at the annual Anytime Fitness conference November-6th in Dallas, TX.
⭐ Business Spotlight: Becoming Anchored - Part 3: Using DNA Nutrition to Unlock Customized Wellness
When it comes to improving one’s health and wellness, there are plenty of tools like diet, exercise, self-care and meditation.
Crystal Rhea, a DNA Nutritionist at Anchored Wellness, is helping people add another resource: Nutrition through DNA Testing.
⭐ Education Spotlight: Tips for Parents on Navigating Homework Time with Their Child
“One of the most common questions we receive from parents at Huntington is how much or how little parents should be helping with homework,” says Mr. Varghese. “While much depends on the student and their specific challenges and needs, we advise parents to encourage independence.”
⭐ Business Spotlight: Start Cryotherapy in November with Cryo at Wolf's Special!
Interested in trying out cryotherapy? November is the month to do it! Cryo at Wolf is running a special throughout the month of November of 6 sessions for just $140!
💡 New Business Directory Member: EvoFoam Pest Control
“Our President, Damian Niquette, ACE spent many years in the industry before developing a more advanced treatment protocol utilizing foam in addition to “traditional treatments”. He is also one of the few Associate Certified Entomologists in the country.”
Thanksgiving Holiday City Facility Closings and Events
City of Georgetown offices and facilities will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 25, and Friday, Nov. 26, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
Where to Buy a Christmas Tree in Georgetown, TX
It’s Christmas Tree time in Georgetown! You’ll find a good selection this year from several retailers.
UPDATE: Bear's Compounding Pharmacy Open in Georgetown!
The business opened on Saturday, November 13. Owner Lorin Martin told Hello Georgetown she’s excited to return to her roots in Georgetown.
Jacq's 3-in-1 Cleaning Services Open in Georgetown
Owned and operated by Jacqueline Schroeder, the business offers a variety of services including housekeeping, pet walking and check ins, and personal grocery shopping.
Blue Santa and Brown Santa Programs Accepting Applications for Families in Need
Families living inside the Georgetown city limits who need help providing holiday/Christmas toys, books, games and other items for their children (ages 0-17) may apply for assistance from Georgetown Police Department’s Blue Santa Program. Applications are now being accepted through Friday, Dec. 3.
For families who are not eligible for the Blue Santa program can apply for the Brown Santa program which is for families who live outside Georgetown’s city limits. The application deadline for assistance is November 30th, 2021.
Wolf Ranch Town Center Hosting Annual Holiday Celebration Event on November 19
From 5-8 p.m. on November 19, families can enjoy a free evening of holiday cheer at the Center, including visits with Santa and festive activities.
City Announces Details for Lighting of the Square on Nov. 26
Celebrate the holiday season at the annual Lighting of the Square event on the day after Thanksgiving, Friday, Nov. 26. The event will be held on the east steps of the historic Williamson County Courthouse, 710 S. Main St. The festivities include entertainment from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
2021-22 Sculpture Tour Awards Announced
Anthony St. James won for his piece 1969-Yesterday, a 3D contemporary sculpture of The Beatles created using steel and stainless steel. The sculpture is located at the corner of Main and Ninth streets across from the Georgetown Art Center.
Shop Small and Support Local Businesses on November 27
The kick-off event will be held from 10 a.m.-noon Nov. 27 at the Visitors Center, 101 E. Seventh St., A free canvas tote bag will be given to shoppers while supplies last.
St. David's HealthCare Hospitals Nationally Recognized for Earning “A” Ratings in Fall 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades
St. David’s Medical Center is the only hospital in the state to receive straight “A” ratings since The Leapfrog Group launched the Hospital Safety ScoreSM initiative (now known as Hospital Safety Grades) in 2012.
BBB Tip: How to Shop Black Friday Sales
With increased holiday purchases both in-person and online, Better Business Bureau expects con artists to attempt to take advantage of those seeking to purchase discounted items disguised as Black Friday or Cyber Monday deals.
Join the Hello Georgetown Local Deals Club!
We are passionate about promoting local business and uplifting and informing our community. Our newest program does just that!
As a subscribing member of the Hello Georgetown Local Deals Club, you will have monthly access to deals you can find at businesses right here in Georgetown! Each month, look for new deals such as buy one get one free or half off, discounts on purchases, and much more!
🎧 Listen to The Poppy Podcast
The Poppy Podcast with Sydney Decker features the latest community news, business updates and events happening in Georgetown, Texas.
Each episode is less than 15 minutes and released each Saturday morning.
Coming Soon to Georgetown
With the massive amount of growth we are experiencing here, we continue to see new businesses coming to town on a regular basis. Starting next week, we will begin weekly updates of new businesses coming to Georgetown.
See what’s coming soon and businesses that have recently opened.
Festivals and Events Calendar
There’s always something to do in Georgetown! Whether it’s hearing a local musician while eating some great food, attending one of our many festivals or participating in a 5K!
Check back often for the latest on events happening in our community!
Southwestern University Men’s and Women’s Basketball Schedule
Georgetown is home to Texas’ first university, Southwestern University! In addition to their great academics, they also have great athletics!
Want to attend a basketball game to support the Southwestern Pirates? Check out the game schedule below!
What's Happening This Week at Gumbo's!
There’s always something exciting happening at Gumbo’s North on the Square! Check out the latest events calendar below to see what you can expect when you eat at Gumbo’s this week!
Jobs in Georgetown
Looking for a job in Georgetown?
Adopt a Pet in Georgetown, Texas
Georgetown is home to many wonderful animal shelters! We’ve teamed up with Wolf Ranch Town Center to bring you a page where you can see all the animals available for adoption at the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter located at 1855 S.E. Inner Loop in Georgetown, TX.
Also on the page, you’ll find helpful information about how you can adopt any of these animals, or help the shelter with fostering or reclaiming your lost pet.
Where To Get Help in Georgetown & Williamson County
Here’s our working list of places to get help if you need it in Georgetown and Williamson County.
Free Parking, ATMs and Rest Rooms in Downtown Georgetown
We’ve created a page to help you navigate when you’re downtown for the Holidays, whether you’re new to town or just visiting it’s always good to know where to park for free, where to find a Rest Room and where to get a little cash from a nearby ATM.
Buy Fresh and Shop Local at Georgetown Farmer’s Markets
We have three Farmer’s Markets in Georgetown: Georgetown Farmers Market, Wolf Ranch Farmers Market, and Sun City Farmers Market. Check them out for all kinds of good stuff!
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