Hello Georgetown!
Happy Labor Day weekend! I hope you have a safe and fun holiday, there’s lots going on this weekend including live music and a special Labor Day shopping event downtown that kicks off on Friday, September 3 and goes through Monday, September 6. Our Labor Day guide has all the details.
Speaking of shopping local, we are thrilled to announce a brand new program at Hello Georgetown, the Local Deals Club! When you subscribe to the Hello Georgetown Local Deals Club, you 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!
Whether you are new to town or want to discover a new favorite business, the Hello Georgetown Local Deals Club is a great place to start! For just $5 a month, or $50 a year, access to your digital membership card and redeem these deals at local businesses. Our first edition comes out on September 5th! You can learn more about the program and how to subscribe, in the newsletter below.
We have lots of updates about new businesses in town. Construction has begun at the upcoming Kilwins location, and Planet Fitness has announced they will be opening up a gym in Georgetown. Plus, Paramount Excavating, LLC is officially open in Georgetown, and a new pet sitting business, Gloria’s Grateful Paws, has opened up! Details about each of these businesses are in this week’s newsletter.
In other news, a brand new recital series is coming to Georgetown, and Southwestern has rolled out a new scholarship plan. Plus, Living Grace Canine Ranch is offering temporary shelter and aid to pets who have been impacted by the recent hurricane.
These are just a few of the stories 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!
Have a wonderful Labor Day weekend!
Digital Marketing Executive and Community Outreach Coordinator
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Hello Georgetown Launches New 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!
Labor Day Guide – 2021
Labor Day Weekend is coming! Here are local events and activities happening in Georgetown, Texas
Have an event you want us to include? Email hello@hellogeorgetown.com with details!
UPDATE: Kilwins Coming to Georgetown!
Construction has begun on the new store which be located on the Square, and the store is expected to open end of September.
Planet Fitness Coming to Georgetown!
“A new 30,000 sq ft Planet Fitness is coming to Georgetown,” the company wrote on it’s website. ” Planet Fitness is the home of the Judgement Free Zone, a comfortable and non-intimidating environment. We provide free fitness training, a fully staffed and clean 24/7 facility, as well as many other perks for our Black Card Members such as free guest privileges, access to all 2000+ PF locations, hydromassage therapy, red light therapy, tanning, and more.”
New Recital Series Coming to Georgetown!
McCaryn Gaty, Artistic Director of Music Makers and Life Changers, told Hello Georgetown, the new recital series will combine the talents and musical skill of local artists with an underlying goal to help local non-profits.
Paramount Excavating, LLC Open in Georgetown!
Owned and operated by Ivan and Jorge Rangel, the business provides services including septic system installation, residential site prep, in ground pool excavating.
Gloria’s Grateful Paws Open in Georgetown!
Owned and operated by Gloria Sabado, the business focuses on pet sitting for all kinds of animals including dogs, cats, and more!
Southwestern University Rolls Out New Scholarship Plan
Beginning in fall 2022, first year students admitted to Southwestern will be automatically awarded scholarships based on their class rank in high school or their recalculated GPA, whichever is higher.
City of Georgetown Arts and Culture Gears Up for Inaugural Autumn Art Stroll
The Stroll will take place in Downtown Georgetown on Thursday, October 21 from 4-8pm and is an opportunity for patrons to view art and purchase art from artists in Grace Plaza, as well as at local arts businesses and arts and culture organizations.
City Launches Performance Dashboard
Georgetown residents and ratepayers can now see how the City is performing on key metrics through a public performance management dashboard.
Living Grace Canine Ranch Offers Temporary Shelter and Aid to Pets Impacted by Hurricane
“Living Grace is just offering a safe place for them to come,” Rhonda Minardi, Founder & Executive Director of Living Grace Canine Ranch, told Hello Georgetown. “We have people on standby, part of our volunteer base. They’re all ready to drive, they’re all ready to go get the pets. We have crates loaded in vehicles, in case we are called to duty for that.”
Local Assistant District Attorneys Earn Recognition as Criminal Law Specialist
The Williamson County District Attorney’s Office proudly announces that both Andrew Erwin and Will Ward have earned Board Certification in Criminal Law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. They join 6 other prosecutors in the Williamson County District Attorney’s Office with this distinction. This honor is shared by less than 1% of all attorneys licensed to practice law in Texas.
Williamson County Commissioners Court Approves Budget and Sets Tax Rate
The Commissioners Court also adopted a total tax rate for tax year 2021 of $0.440846. That rate is less than the county’s current total tax rate of $0.458719.
City of Georgetown Labor Day Closings
City of Georgetown offices and facilities will be closed Monday, Sept. 6, for the Labor Day holiday.
Williamson County Offices Closed for Labor Day
County offices will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, September 7. The Commissioners Court will not be meeting on Tuesday, September 7. Their next meeting will be on Tuesday, September 14, 2021.
🎧 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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