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Rise and shine, Georgetown!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: Marble Slab Creamery and Great American Cookies, New Moon Sound Bath, and Coffee & Cars + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Georgetown protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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đź“° In the news
New dessert duo planned: Construction is underway for a Marble Slab Creamery and Great American Cookies in Georgetown, bringing scoops, cookie cakes, and Double Doozies, with work slated to finish by June 1 — see what’s planned and when.
Statewide transportation upgrades begin: TxDOT is starting 2026 strong, preparing I-35 bridge work in Austin while Williamson County will widen 3.5 miles of RM 2243 between 183A and Garey Park, adding a shared-use path — see what’s planned across Texas.
Collegiate apparel challenger emerges: Digital Brands Group has moved to Round Rock to take on Fanatics, planning to start with 47,611 square feet and expand to 70,300, with hiring planned in Central Texas — get the expansion and hiring details.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Pho night, solved: When dinner needs comfort with zero fuss, Phoever Diner delivers deeply fragrant pho, crunchy egg rolls, and herb-packed vermicelli bowls. It’s fresh, no-drama fuel that makes Monday feel less Monday, with Georgetown staple energy, minus the pretense.
Fresh fabric fix: If your stash needs a spark, Poppy Quilt N Sew stocks bright bolts, smart notions, and classes that turn tricky seams into wins. A friendly crew keeps you motivated, and the shelves brim with ideas… Georgetown’s easygoing spot for starting something new, or finally finishing that project.
Old-school comfort, no fuss: Since 1995, Monument Cafe has served Georgetown favorites, from hearty breakfast-and-lunch plates and daily specials to a bakery turning out house-made pies and cakes. When you need a reset, a slice of chocolate or coconut cream says plenty while you catch up with a friend.
What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
đź“š Book Fair Late Night @ Wooldridge Elementary School (Austin) | Wednesday (3/11) at 3:00 PM – If your idea of a night out is the new book smell and a full PTA tote, Wooldridge’s Spring Book Fair is keeping it late, until 6 pm. Stock up for the kids, the nightstand, and that neighbor you like, then call it an evening.
🛒 Georgetown Market Days @ Downtown Georgetown | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Think your taste buds are up for March Madness on the Square? Market Days kicks off with all 16 flavors at once, and you vote for the Ultimate Flavor of 2026. I’m eyeing Blueberry, but Cinnamon, Red Velvet, and Cookies and Cream are flirting.
🌱 ATS Seed Exchange and Sale @ Brushy Creek Lake Park (Cedar Park) | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Nothing beats a neighborhood seed swap, with the ATS crew laying out heirloom tomatoes, native wildflowers, and those zucchini seeds that multiply in the drawer. Bring labeled packets, a tote, and some cash, trade tips with fellow dirt-under-the-nails types, and leave feeling smug about spring.
🛍 Spring Pop-Up Market @ True Thrift Collective | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Consider this your permission slip to linger on a porch, browse the courtyard, and shop women-owned makers inside the shop. Bring a friend, support local, leave smelling like a better candle, and if you’re a maker yourself, a few vendor spots remain.
🧵 Textiles with Sherri Lipman McCauley @ Georgetown Art Center | Sunday (3/15) at 2:00 PM – Whether your last art class involved macaroni, or you secretly hoard fabric, join Sherri Lipman McCauley for three Sunday workshops in textile painting. Expect gestural swipes, stencils, bubble wrap prints, and simple stitching, and you’ll leave with frame-worthy work, not craft-night regrets.
🕯 Spring into Candle Making Social @ Mesquite Creek Outfitters | Sunday (3/15) at 3:00 PM – Mesquite Creek is hosting a laid-back candle pour with a complimentary drink, a 9 oz soy candle in a green glass, your pick of scents, and dried florals. Finally, a craft with a bar. No experience required, bring a friend, kids 8+ with an adult.
🌑 New Moon Sound Bath @ Flow Yoga Georgetown | Sunday (3/15) at 6:00 PM – Forget the prix fixe circus; spend Valentine’s weekend under the New Moon with gentle yoga, group meditation, and a blissed-out sound bath. Buy a ticket, bring a loved one free, which beats roses and a crowded dining room. Calm, intention, and actual quiet.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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đź“» Georgetown report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 83°F – Low: 67°F – Precip: 11%
Patchy fog before 10am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 83. South wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 67. South wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 81°F – Low: 61°F – Precip: 43%
A slight chance of rain showers between 7am and 10am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 10am and 4pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 81. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61. South southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
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