Georgetown to be featured in Amazon Prime docuseries

The City of Georgetown will soon be featured in the upcoming Amazon Prime docuseries, “The Story of Art in America,” along with four local Georgetown artists and local historians. The Story of Art in America is an award-winning TV docuseries created and directed by Christelle Bois and produced by executive producer Pierre Gervois. Each episode … Continue reading “Georgetown to be featured in Amazon Prime docuseries”

Virtual screening of 40 years of Main Street documentary

Georgetown residents and enthusiasts are invited a virtual screening of an in-house, 30-minute documentary about the history of the City’s Main Street program. The film will premiere at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 24, on the City’s Facebook and YouTube channels. Or you can just watch it here: Georgetown celebrated the 40th anniversary of its Main … Continue reading “Virtual screening of 40 years of Main Street documentary”

Preservation Month events in May

 In recognition of National Preservation Month in May, the City of Georgetown Planning, Public Library, and Downtown & Tourism departments are partnering with The Williamson Museum, Preservation Georgetown, and with building and business owners to celebrate historic buildings in Downtown Georgetown. Preservation Month is an annual, month-long recognition each May of historic places and people … Continue reading “Preservation Month events in May”

Trucks and Tunes event July 28

The City of Georgetown Economic Development Department is hosting Trucks and Tunes, featuring food trucks and live music from 4-7 p.m. July 28. The event will be at the Georgetown City Center, located at Forest and Ninth streets near the historic Light & Waterworks building. Three food trucks will be onsite, and there will also … Continue reading “Trucks and Tunes event July 28”

Trucks and Tunes event June 23

The City of Georgetown Economic Development Department is hosting Trucks and Tunes, featuring food trucks and live music from 4-7 p.m. June 23. The event will be at the Georgetown City Center, located at Forest and Ninth streets near the historic Light & Waterworks building. Three food trucks will be onsite, and there will also … Continue reading “Trucks and Tunes event June 23”

‘Love and Death’ filming on the Georgetown Square

HBO Max will close portions of the Square for the filming of “Love and Death,” a limited TV series true-crime drama based on actual events that took place in the 1980s. Preparation for filming is underway, and filming is expected to be completed Feb. 23 through March 5 at various locations downtown. Businesses around the … Continue reading “‘Love and Death’ filming on the Georgetown Square”

Georgetown asks for feedback on downtown parking garage

The City of Georgetown is asking the public for feedback on various options for a downtown parking garage, including location, levels, costs, and more. “As businesses continue to open and grow in downtown, space for parking diminishes, and we risk losing visitors and patrons to our beautiful, vibrant downtown,” Mayor Josh Schroeder said. “We want … Continue reading “Georgetown asks for feedback on downtown parking garage”

Shop Small and support local businesses

Shoppers are invited to Shop Small, Shop Local with Georgetown merchants during the annual Small Business Saturday event Saturday, Nov. 27. Holiday shoppers and visitors are encouraged to celebrate the season and support a small business by shopping at locally owned businesses. Participating retailers and restaurants will have specials and discounts available. The kick-off event … Continue reading “Shop Small and support local businesses”

Breakfast Bites: Lets Get Social

The Breakfast Bites meeting Sept. 9 will feature Rachel Hancock, owner of Something Social/Arkay Artwork, presenting on “Let’s Get Social.” The informal meeting opens at 8:45 a.m. on the patio behind 309 Coffee at 309 S. Main St. The presentation will start at 9 a.m. Social media can be a powerful tool for reaching new … Continue reading “Breakfast Bites: Lets Get Social”

Breakfast Bites: Georgetown Hidden Histories

[UPDATED: The location of this event has changed to the Council & Court Building, 510 W. Ninth St.] The Breakfast Bites meeting June 3 will feature Georgetown Downtown and Historic Planner Britin Bostick presenting on “Georgetown Hidden Histories.” The informal meeting opens at 8:15 a.m. in the Council & Court Building, 510 W. Ninth St. … Continue reading “Breakfast Bites: Georgetown Hidden Histories”

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