Proposed Voluntary Annexation of Mourning Dove Subdivision

The City of Georgetown is considering a voluntary annexation of property into the city limits.  The Public Hearings will be held at the May 22, 2018 meeting at 3 pm and March 22, 2018 at 6 pm. City Council meetings are located at the City Council Chambers, 101 E. 7th Street, at the northeast corner … Continue reading “Proposed Voluntary Annexation of Mourning Dove Subdivision”

Crack seal street resurfacing in Sun City starts May 10

The City of Georgetown Public Works Department will begin street crack sealing operations on Thursday, May 10, on streets in Sun City. Hours of work will be Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The work is scheduled to be complete in areas indicated by Friday, June 1. The work is weather-dependent and … Continue reading “Crack seal street resurfacing in Sun City starts May 10”

Low Cost Shot Clinic for Pets May 19

The Georgetown Animal Shelter will conduct its next low-cost vaccination clinic of the year on Saturday, May 19, 8:30-11 a.m. The walk-in clinic is for cats and dogs.  Help protect your pet from diseases they can pick up outside! Pets may also get a FREE microchip with the purchase of any vaccine. No appointments. Cash or check only. … Continue reading “Low Cost Shot Clinic for Pets May 19”

Georgetown Public Library wins National Medal

The Institute of Museum and Library Services today announced the Georgetown Public Library as one of 10 recipients of the 2018 National Medal for Museum and Library Service, the nation’s highest honor given to museums and libraries that make significant and exceptional contributions to their communities. The award will be presented at an event at … Continue reading “Georgetown Public Library wins National Medal”

City, nonprofits celebrate Preservation Month in May

In May, the City of Georgetown, The Williamson Museum, and Preservation Georgetown will host a series of Preservation Month events in Georgetown to celebrate Preservation Month. Events include: May 1: Rededication of the Emzy Taylor historical marker at 5:30 p.m. at Seventh Street and Austin Avenue in front of Burger University. May 5: Plein Air … Continue reading “City, nonprofits celebrate Preservation Month in May”

Adults with Disabilities Dance at Georgetown Community Center on May 4

The City of Georgetown Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a dance for adults age 18 and older with disabilities Friday, May 4, from 6-8 p.m. at the Georgetown Community Center, 445 E. Morrow St. The theme is Fiesta. Admission is $5 for participants and includes a meal. Advanced registration is recommended. Only cash or … Continue reading “Adults with Disabilities Dance at Georgetown Community Center on May 4”

Garey Park to open June 9

The City will celebrate the grand opening of Garey Park on June 9. At 525-acres, Garey Park is one of the largest city parks in the state and is roughly 1.5 times the size of Zilker Park in Austin. The park, which is located along the South San Gabriel River at 6540 RM 2243, was … Continue reading “Garey Park to open June 9”

Early voting for City Council race begins April 23

Early voting starts Monday, April 23, for the City Council Election in Georgetown. The early in-person voting period is April 23-28 and April 30-May 1. Election Day is May 5. For voters in the City of Georgetown, the May 5 ballot includes the District 1 seat. Incumbent Anna Eby and Mary Calixtro will be on … Continue reading “Early voting for City Council race begins April 23”

Red Poppy Festival in downtown Georgetown on April 27-29

The 19th annual Red Poppy Festival is April 27-29. The signature festival on the Most Beautiful Town Square in Texas starts Friday night and runs all weekend with three days of music, entertainment, family fun, and features more than 120 arts and craft vendors. Joe Nichols is the headliner Saturday night. Matthew McQueen will open … Continue reading “Red Poppy Festival in downtown Georgetown on April 27-29”

Earth Day programs focus on Monarch butterflies

The Georgetown Public Library along with the Southwestern University Environmental Studies Program and Smith Library Center are co-sponsoring a group of Earth Day events at the Georgetown library, 402 W. Eighth St. The library will also host two stand-alone discussions on Barbara Kingsolver’s novel “Flight Behavior.” Southwestern University Economics Professor Emily Northrop and Georgetown Assistant … Continue reading “Earth Day programs focus on Monarch butterflies”

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