Hello Georgetown!
October is here! It’s hard to believe how fast the months seem to be coming and going!
With October here, we are excited to have published the second edition of our Hello Georgetown Local Deals Club. It’s not too late to join and claim this month’s local deals! Visit the link below to subscribe, get your own digital membership card and see what local businesses are offering this month!
Speaking of local business, featured in our Business Spotlight this week, we’ve got some excellent businesses that are focused on helping you feel your best! If you’ve ever wanted to try out cryotherapy, then October is the month to give it a try! Cryo at Wolf is offering an October savings special you’ll want to check out!
Also, in our newest article series, Becoming Anchored, we’re getting to know the team and mission at Anchored Wellness. This week, we’re discovering the story behind how Anchored Wellness started and what you can expect when you visit.
You’ll also see featured in our Nonprofit Spotlight the upcoming “Share the Strength” Fall event hosted by Seeds of Strength! The public is invited to join Seeds of Strength on October 21 to celebrate its success with current grantees and the beginning of the 2021-2022 grant cycle. Learn more about the event in the newsletter below.
In other news, thanks to the generous donation of local philanthropist Jack Garey, Georgetown-based nonprofit Living Grace Canine Ranch is set to open up a new part of their senior dog ranch on October 15. Plus, the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter is in need of the public’s help fostering and adopting animals after they took in 150 animals in seven days. We have more details below.
Also happening in the community, Southwestern University is gearing up for their 2021 Homecoming celebration and the inauguration of President Laura Trombley, and the university has announced their schedule for their Homecoming events!
These are just a few of the updates we have for you this week, and be sure to check out our Halloween and Pumpkin Patches guides for 2021! Both are working guides, which means we are adding events and locations as often as we receive them. If you know of a Georgetown event or pumpkin patch we missed, fill out the form in each of the guides and we’ll get them added to the guide.
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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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!
⭐ Nonprofit Spotlight: Seeds of Strength Announces Details for 2021 “Sharing the Strength” Fall Event
On Thursday, October 21 at High Pointe Estate, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM, the public is invited to join the Georgetown based non-profit as it celebrates its success with current grantees, and the beginning of the 2021-22 grant cycle.
⭐ Cryo at Wolf Offering October Savings Special!
During the month, Cryo at Wolf is featuring a special of 4 sessions for $100 for a savings of $40!
⭐ Becoming Anchored – Part 1: Who Is Anchored Wellness?
This article is part of a larger series called “Becoming Anchored” by Anchored Wellness. In each article, readers can get to know Anchored better, discover more about their mission and meet the team members that are making Georgetown more anchored in wellness.
⭐ Don't Tell Comedy to Host Show in Georgetown October 21
This next show will take place somewhere in Georgetown on Thursday, October 21. Attendees won’t know the exact address or the comedic lineup until the day of the show in classic Don’t Tell Comedy style.
Southwestern University President Trombley to be Inaugurated October 15
Photo by: Carlos Barron
President Trombley joined the campus in July 2020 and in her first year has already helped the university navigate exciting and at times, challenging times at the university.
Mosquito Trap Tests Positive for West Nile in Georgetown
The City and the Health District are encouraging everyone to be especially vigilant about protecting themselves from mosquito bites when outdoors and preventing mosquito breeding on their personal property. Recent rain and continued warm temperatures are prime breeding conditions for mosquitoes.
Garey’s Big Dog Bunkhouse Opens Its Doors to Full House at Living Grace Canine Ranch
On October 15, 2021, Living Grace Canine Ranch and iconic Georgetown philanthropist Jack Garey will open the doors of Garey’s Big Dog Bunkhouse.
Celebrate Month of the Arts in Georgetown this October
The City of Georgetown is celebrating the Month of the Arts this October with several events for our resident art lovers, including the inaugural Georgetown Autumn Art Stroll.
WCRAS Takes in 150 Animals in Seven Days, Needs Foster and Adoption Assistance
The public is encouraged to help the shelter through this current crisis by adopting, fostering or reuniting lost pets.
Community Organizations Partner to Facilitate Manufacturing Day for Students in Georgetown ISD
Manufacturing Day is a celebration of modern manufacturing and highlights manufacturers in Georgetown. Georgetown has a relatively high concentration of manufacturing employment, representing nearly 11 percent of jobs in the city.
UPDATE: Dog Boarding Facility Fire Investigation
Southwestern University Announces Schedule for 2021 Homecoming
The public is invited to attend the celebration events! Some of the events scheduled as part of the festivities include the official inauguration of President Laura E. Skandera Trombley as the university’s 16th president, the 2021 Roy and Margaret Shilling Lecture featuring Dr. Ruth Simmons, the Homecoming picnic, reunion parties, the Southwestern vs. Howard Payne University Football Game and more!
Williamson County Appoints Lindemann as Constable
The Williamson County Commissioners Court appointed Matthew Lindemann as Precinct 3 Constable to fill the vacancy left by the sudden death of Kevin Stofle.
BBB Tip: Donating Wisely During Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Just because a charity is advertising that proceeds benefit breast cancer research or awareness does not automatically mean that you are donating wisely. When deciding which charity to donate to, be sure to ask critical questions.
Pumpkin Patch Guide - 2021
Breathe deep and smell the pumpkin spice! Fall is here and so are local pumpkin patches
Want to add your pumpkin patch or business that is selling pumpkins to our list? Email hello@hellogeorgetown.com!
Georgetown Halloween Events Guide – 2021
Trying to figure out where to go and what to do this Halloween season?
Hello Georgetown has compiled a list of events happening around town this season. Want your add your Georgetown event to our calendar? Fill out the form in the article found in the link below.
🎧 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!
Jobs in Georgetown
Looking for a job in Georgetown?
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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