Georgetown Arts and Culture Board awards grants for 2024 Round I

The Georgetown Arts and Culture Board approved $10,032 in grants in January to local arts and culture organizations to help with funding local arts and culture programming that includes orchestra performances, visual arts, and history exhibits in Georgetown. The funding is for events in Georgetown taking place between April 1, 2024, and Sept. 30, 2024. … Continue reading “Georgetown Arts and Culture Board awards grants for 2024 Round I”

Black History Month events in February

Several events to recognize Black History Month will be held in Georgetown during the month of February. Georgetown Public Library The GPL World Cinema film series at the Georgetown Public Library, 402 W. Eighth St,, will feature a screening of “American Symphony” at 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 14. This moving documentary follows pop artist and … Continue reading “Black History Month events in February”

Georgetown residents invited to Water Conservation Expo on Feb. 24

The City of Georgetown is excited to announce the second annual Water Conservation Expo from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Feb. 24. in the Friends and Hewlett rooms at the Georgetown Public Library. The expo aims to raise awareness about the importance of water conservation and native landscaping and to empower residents with the knowledge and resources … Continue reading “Georgetown residents invited to Water Conservation Expo on Feb. 24”

City facility closures for Presidents’ Day on Feb. 19

City of Georgetown offices and facilities will be closed Monday, Feb. 19, for Presidents’ Day. There will be normal solid waste and recycling collection. City offices closed Feb. 19 The City offices and facilities closed Feb. 19 for Presidents’ Day include the following: Animal Shelter, 110 Walden Drive Art Center, 816 S. Main St. City … Continue reading “City facility closures for Presidents’ Day on Feb. 19”

Candidate filing period starts for Districts 1 and 5

The first day to file for a place on the May 4 ballot for candidates who wish to run for the District 1 or 5 seats on the Georgetown City Council, is Wednesday, Jan. 17. The filing deadline is Friday, Feb. 16. Completed applications for candidacy should be submitted at City Hall, 808 Martin Luther … Continue reading “Candidate filing period starts for Districts 1 and 5”

Updated: Extreme cold forecasted for Georgetown Jan. 14-17

[Updated: 7 p.m. Jan. 14 ] Temperatures are forecasted to dip below freezing for an extended amount of time early next week in Georgetown, according to the National Weather Service. Beginning Sunday, Jan. 14, through Wednesday, Jan. 17, low temperatures are expected to be below freezing overnight with windchills near zero degrees. There is a … Continue reading “Updated: Extreme cold forecasted for Georgetown Jan. 14-17”

Updated: MLK Day Events in Georgetown

A variety of events will be held in Georgetown Jan. 14-19 to honor the legacy of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. Several City offices and facilities will be closed Jan. 15 in recognition of the holiday. For more information about City closures, visit this page. MLK Day March and Program–POSTPONED Update, Jan. 13: … Continue reading “Updated: MLK Day Events in Georgetown”

Art Center programming to expand starting in January

Beginning in January 2024, the City’s arts and culture program is taking a more active role in the management of the Georgetown Art Center facility while continuing to partner with the nonprofit Georgetown Art Works and Cordovan Art School and expanding programming at the Art Center. The new programming at the Georgetown Art Center will … Continue reading “Art Center programming to expand starting in January”

City to host household hazardous waste event Jan. 20

The City will host a free household hazardous waste collection event from 9 a.m.-noon Jan. 20, 2024, at the Georgetown Municipal Complex, 300-1 Industrial Ave. The event will be available for up to 400 eligible Georgetown solid waste customers who have solid waste service through Texas Disposal Systems. Customers must contact Customer Care at 512-930-3640 … Continue reading “City to host household hazardous waste event Jan. 20”

New pet for Christmas? Here’s what you need to know

Did Santa bring you a new puppy or kitten for Christmas? Here are some important things to remember when caring for your new pet. Welcome your pet with love and patience: Give your friend time to acclimate to the new environment, including new smells, sights, and sounds. Introduce them to new experiences slowly and be … Continue reading “New pet for Christmas? Here’s what you need to know”

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