Happy Friday, Georgetown. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let Georgetown Brief serve up everything you need to know for the weekend ahead.

📰 In the news

Local happenings: Animal rescuers freed an owl tangled in a soccer net, Tropical Smoothie Cafe debuts in town, and extended stay Hyatt hotel set to open — catch up here.

State-level stories: Texas lawmakers make youth camps flood ready, Archer City welcomes back McMurtry’s trove of rare books, and East Texas goes peanut butter crazy — see what else is brewing.

National headlines: Mortgage rates are trending down, investors catapult gold above 3500 an ounce, and a tropical wave eyes the Antilles — peruse the best of the rest.

Highlights this week

• Develop English in a faith-filled community
• Volunteer for Market Days setup and takedown
• Honor 9/11 through community service
• Savor sweet treats at Georgetown Market Day
• Support young entrepreneurs at Sunshine Market
• Anxiety about debt? Get a free consultation

🫶 We got your back

Play: Skip the living room jump sessions and head to these active adventures in Georgetown, where climbing walls, splash parks, and hands-on exhibits keep the fun going.

Savings: Homeowners tired of sky-high AC bills and property taxes can claw back about $4,000 a year with these simple budget hacks. No big renovations required, just smarter spending.

Taqueria: From perfectly charred tortillas to fillings that demand a double order, Juan & Lupe’s Kitchen brings the kind of flavor that requires extra napkins and zero regrets.

Bargain shopping: The best finds aren’t always on store shelves. Amazon’s Deals Page is like a never-ending treasure hunt where the good stuff costs less, with new discounts dropping daily.

Save: The average driver pays $175 a month for car insurance, but most of us are paying way more than we should. If it’s been a while since you shopped around, you’re likely part of that “most of us.” This comparison tool may save you hundreds.

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📆 Around town this weekend

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Today

🎥 Friday Night Flicks: Transformers One & Touch-a-Truck @ Milburn Park | Friday (9/5) at 7:00pm – Friday Night Flicks is rolling into the park with dump trucks, cement mixers, and hulking machines you love to pore over, then turning the grass into a drive-in for Transformers One. Bring your own chair, blanket, snacks, or cooler. Just leave the glass at home.

🚒 Friday Night Flicks: Transformers One & Touch-a-Truck @ Milburn Park | Friday (9/5) at 7:00pm – Climb into the cool rigs that keep Cedar Park rolling, then watch the Autobots roll out on the big screen with Transformers One. Pack lawn chairs or a blanket and settle in for a free, family-friendly night under the stars. BYO snacks and coolers are welcome—just keep the glass at home.

This weekend

🐕 K-9 Kerplunk @ Georgetown Recreation Center Outdoor Pool | Saturday (9/6) at 9:00am – End-of-summer calls for a doggie pool paw-ty at the Rec Center, where Fido takes the spotlight instead of you hogging the water wings. Three size-sorted sessions keep tiny ankle-biters from tackling the big guys. Just five bucks a pup, humans dive in free.

🌹 Rose & Dagger 1-Year Anniversary Party @ Rose and Dagger Coffee Company | Saturday (9/6) at 11:00am – Swing by Rose & Dagger’s first birthday bash for tacos, mini tattoos, permanent jewelry, and hair tinsel, because nothing says adulting like coffee-fueled wine sipping with a side of shiny accessories. Then browse hand-poured candles, quirky plants, and local wares without the farmers market chaos.

💃 Dandiya Dhamaka 2025 @ Round Rock Sports Center | Saturday (9/6) at 6:30pm – If you’ve been looking for an excuse to pretend you’re coordinated, Dandiya Dhamaka has it, with live music from Preetysha and Sameer, Bollywood beats by DJ Nish, family-friendly workshops, and vendor stalls. Bring appetite, funky moves, and a little charity in your heart.

✍️ Writer’s Guild @ Wells Branch Community Library | Sunday (9/7) at 2:00pm – Dust off that half-finished novel and swing by our back room for the Writer’s Guild, where peer feedback and pro tips come free, no registration required. Think happy hour for your prose, minus the hangover: argue commas, celebrate plot twists, and nerd out with writers.

🎨 Fall’s Highland Calf – Paint and Sip in Austin | Classpop!™ @ Painting with a Twist | Sunday (9/7) at 2:00pm – Sip, swirl, and bring that shaggy Highland cutie to life with step-by-step guidance from Instructor Patrick—zero experience needed. All supplies are provided, the vibes are high, and the drinks keep the creative courage flowing. Perfect for a solo reset, date night, or girls’ outing, and you’ll leave with a brag-worthy canvas.

Next week

🇺🇸 9/11 Memorial @ Yonders Point | Monday (9/8) at 7:30pm – If mowing the lawn doesn’t quite scream meaningful weekend plans, swing by Yonders Point where 2,977 flags salute lost American lives on 9/11, plus 1,023 for Texans gone since. Wander the rows, snap a photo, and remind the kids why freedom has a cost.

🏓 Pickleball Night @ The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | Monday (9/8) at 8:00pm – Pickleball Night at the San Gabriel courts is the cure for your sofa slump. Lob some neon balls, share plenty of laughter, then pick on your partner’s footwork. All skill levels welcome, ego checked at the gate, and mercy optional.

🌮 $2 Taco Tuesday @ Dell Diamond | Tuesday (9/9) at 7:05pm – Whether you’re here for cheap tacos or the perfect excuse to ditch reruns for baseball, grab $2 crispy beef tacos, $3 Estrella drafts, and cheer on our Astros affiliate vs Sugar Land. Bring two cans, earn a free lawn ticket, and help fight hunger.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🎶 Live music & entertainment

• 9/5 BBQ Lunch @ Frost Pflugerville Financial Center – 11:30 am
• 9/5 First Friday Music @ Georgetown Square – 6 pm
• 9/5 Micky & the Motorcars @ Haute Spot – 6 pm
• 9/5 Austin Raas Garba 2025 @ Round Rock Sports Center – 7 pm
• 9/5 Ella Reid @ Spare Birdie – 7 pm
• 9/5 Rockslide @ The Point ATX – 8:30 pm
• 9/6 Jimmie Allen: Stories Behind the Songs Acoustic Show @ Haute Spot – 6 pm
• 9/6 Stop Kiss @ Georgetown Palace Theatre – 7:30 pm
• 9/6 Predespacho and more @ The Point – 9 pm

🏠️ Price is right – Georgetown edition

How it works: We’re going to give you some facts about a home for sale, including a picture of the outside, the kitchen, and one additional room. Your job? Guess how much it’s listed for (preferably before you click to find out).

Listed by: Tracy Banks (Compass RE Texas, LLC)

Ten acres of Texas sky, a ranch-style main house, and a barndominium guest retreat set the scene for a life where horses, pool parties, and wide-open spaces are part of the daily routine. The main home serves up sunrise views, three bedrooms, and a flex office while the guest house brings a full kitchen, loft, and bonus room for maximum versatility.

A 7,000-square-foot covered riding arena, sparkling pool and hot tub, and shady oak groves keep things interesting outdoors. Rainwater harvesting, RV storage, and no HOA sweeten the deal, all just minutes from Georgetown’s historic square.

Make your guess, then (and only then)… see how much it costs →