City hosts lifeguard hiring event May 13
The City of Georgetown is facing a lifeguard shortage that may lead to operational changes at the public swimming pools. The Parks and Recreation Department currently has 20 lifeguards on staff, about one-third of the more than 60 needed to fully operate pools this summer. The City will be hosting a hiring event from 4-6 … Continue reading “City hosts lifeguard hiring event May 13”
Blood drive at the Georgetown Recreation Center on May 6
The City of Georgetown will host a blood drive May 6 for We Are Blood, the nonprofit community blood supplier for Central Texas. The event is from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the bus parking area at the Georgetown Recreation Center, 1003 N. Austin Ave. Appointments are encouraged and can be scheduled through the … Continue reading “Blood drive at the Georgetown Recreation Center on May 6”
Adults with disabilities dance April 29
The City of Georgetown Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a free dance for adults with disabilities from 7-9 p.m. April 29 at the Georgetown Community Center, 445 E. Morrow St. The theme of the dance is “Enchanted Forest.” The event is designed for, but not limited to, people age 18 and older with special … Continue reading “Adults with disabilities dance April 29”
Celebrate Earth Day with events in Georgetown
The City of Georgetown is celebrating Earth Day this April with events focused on nature and recycling. Family Nature Fest at Garey Park Gather the family and head to Garey Park from 1- 4 p.m. April 9 for Family Nature Fest. The annual event focuses on connecting families with nature through a variety of activities, … Continue reading “Celebrate Earth Day with events in Georgetown”
Registration for summer camps open next week
Georgetown Parks and Recreation will offer a variety of summer camps for area students beginning the week of May 31. Resident registration will begin at 8 a.m. Monday, March 21, and nonresident registration will begin at 8 a.m. Tuesday, March 22. Age requirements, pricing, and schedules vary for each program. Summer camps are not licensed … Continue reading “Registration for summer camps open next week”
City Council adopts 10-year Parks Master Plan
Georgetown now has a 10-year master plan for its parks, recreation offerings, and open spaces. City Council unanimously approved the plan during its regular meeting Tuesday, Feb. 22. The plan identifies multiple improvements and additions to the City’s parks and recreation offerings, including a new park on the southeast side of town, more trails, a … Continue reading “City Council adopts 10-year Parks Master Plan”
Volunteers needed for tree-planting event Feb. 26
Updated Feb. 23 at 4:25 p.m. Due to the forecast for rain Saturday, Feb. 26, the tree planting event in San Gabriel Park has been postponed to 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 26. Volunteers who signed up to participate have been notified. Posted Jan. 12 at noon The City of Georgetown is calling for … Continue reading “Volunteers needed for tree-planting event Feb. 26”
Registration for spring break camps now open
Georgetown Parks and Recreation will offer spring break camps March 14-18 for youth ages 5-16. Pricing and schedules vary for each program. Participants can select from six camps: Adventure Camp: Hill Country Happenings (ages 11-13; $240 resident/$300 nonresident) will explore different locations around the Texas Hill Country each day during spring break. Adventures include caving … Continue reading “Registration for spring break camps now open”
Sign up now open for Heritage Community Garden plots
The City of Georgetown Parks and Recreation Department is now accepting reservations for plots at the Heritage Community Garden, 2100 Hutto Road. The renovated community garden features 25 in-ground garden beds, 48 raised beds, and eight ADA accessible beds, which will open March 1, 2022, for gardeners to begin planting flowers, vegetables, and fruits. Plots … Continue reading “Sign up now open for Heritage Community Garden plots”
Cupid’s Chase 5K and Fun Run on Feb. 12
Register now for the 27th annual Cupid’s Chase 5K and Fun Run on Saturday, Feb. 12. The chip-timed 5K run/walk begins at 8 a.m. in San Gabriel Park, 445 E. Morrow St. The race begins and ends in the park. To register online or for details, go to cupid.georgetown.org. Through Jan. 25, the registration cost … Continue reading “Cupid’s Chase 5K and Fun Run on Feb. 12”
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