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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 today’s edition: Georgetown home sales, Veterans Day ceremony, a vintage train ride, and more.
Let’s get to it.
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Leases open now: St. John Properties broke ground for Leander Tech Park at Leander-Georgetown border, with flex spaces slated for summer 2026 and retail in fall 2026, in 13 buildings supporting 730 jobs — get all the details.
New Unlock MLS data: Georgetown home sales rose year over year in September 2025, up 34 across three ZIP codes, as prices fell and days on market climbed, led by 78628 at 90 days — read the full market breakdown.
Help shape school identities: Georgetown ISD is taking name nominations for elementary and middle schools opening in August, with submissions for Elementary School No. 12 and Middle School No. 5 accepted through Nov. 14 — see how to submit nominations.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175 per 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.
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Leander’s off-leash hangout for pups and people
Georgetown dog parents, when your pup needs off-leash zoomies and you need a place to sit, a short hop brings you to Dog House Drinkery & Dog Park in Leander.
The setup is thoughtful: three off-leash spaces, including a half-acre main yard and a Tiny Paws area for small dogs. Expect water bowls, waste stations, and seasonal perks… pools in summer, heaters in winter.
There’s dog-friendly seating inside and out, plus a private fenced venue for pup parties.
Bring a friend, grab a cold something (NA, beer, or wine), and let the four-leggers handle the social calendar. Plan your first romp at Dog House Drinkery & Dog Park, then kick back while the dogs make new friends.
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🫶 We got your back
Fresh workout spot arrives: Anytime Fitness is now open near the Liberty Hill and Georgetown border, debuting Nov. 4 at 2029 Kauffman Loop, Ste. 410 in Georgetown. Expect squat racks, dumbbells, treadmills, rowing machines and more. Memberships include 24/7 access to 5,500 gyms worldwide, personalized coaching, and free Apple Fitness+. Get all the details.
Festive launch day highlights: Round Table Pizza opens Nov. 8 in Round Rock with a party featuring door prizes, a DJ, photo booth, face painting, and a tie-dye station. The West Coast chain will sling classic and specialty pies, wings, and more with a full bar. First 100 guests score free pizza for a year at 200 University Blvd., Ste. 640. Get all the details.
Courtyard date energy: Trade Netflix scrolls for margarita flights and modern Mexican plates at Encantada, a husband-and-wife reboot with a cozy courtyard. Share the Ahi Tuna Nachos, then pretend you’re just “tasting” the duck mole enchiladas. Local feel, easygoing, polished enough to make weeknights feel planned.
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.
Need new windows? It’s not the most glamorous upgrade, we’ll admit. But newer windows = lower energy bills and a subtle (but definitely noticeable) glow-up. If you’ve been putting it off or waiting for the right moment, Renewal by Andersen is offering a discount that just might seal the deal. Check it out here.
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🤝 Introducing local deals (just for you)
We’re launching a brand new segment to bring you exclusive local offers from trusted businesses right here in Georgetown. Think of it as your inside pass to the best local finds, discounts, and experiences.
The kind only available to Georgetown Brief readers.
Know a local business you love? Send ’em this newsletter and encourage them to get involved.
Own, manage, or market a local business? We’d love to feature you here for free. The only catch? Your deal has to be genuinely valuable and exclusive to our readers.
Email us 👉 [email protected] to get started.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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Today
🎸 Skyrocket! at @ Haute Spot | Friday (11/7) at 6:00pm – Skyrocket! is lighting up Cedar Park’s Haute Spot under the stars with sing-alongs, heaters, and a happy hour to get you limbered up. Snag a table if you prefer your nostalgia with QR code service, a seat, and no elbowing at the bar.
🕵️ Baskerville, a Sherlock Holmes Mystery @ Georgetown Palace Playhouse | Friday (11/7) at 7:30pm – Ken Ludwig’s fast-paced Sherlock romp turns The Hound of the Baskervilles into a sprint of silly accents, quick-change disguises, and clue-chasing. Five actors juggle 40 characters under Meredith Connely’s direction at Palace Playhouse, like your favorite true-crime binge, only with closure, wit, and no subscription.
This weekend
🥾 Hike for Hunger @ Sky Ridge Plaza | Saturday (11/8) at 9 am – Lace up those boots for a good cause! Round Rock PD and the U.S. Army are teaming up for a two-mile food drive hike benefiting the Round Rock Area Serving Center. Bring a bag of nonperishables, walk with purpose, and help feed local families in need—no gym membership required.
🤠 2025 Gala Stetsons and Starlight @ Reunion Ranch | Saturday (11/8) at 5:00pm – Whether you two-step or supervise from the plate pile, this Georgetown gala delivers the good stuff. Student showcases, Pauline Reese Dance Band, a silent auction, paddles up, hat and Alvies boot bars, and real-deal BBQ, all benefiting Palace Education.
🤠 1 Year Anniversary Party at Wild West! @ Wild West Cedar Park | Saturday (11/8) at 9:15 pm – Boot Stompin’ ATX is turning one, and you’re invited to dance like it’s your birthday! Expect line dance favorites, patio shuffles, prizes, and all the Boots & Bling vibes you can handle. Whether you’re a two-step pro or just here for the party, this anniversary bash is pure Texas fun.
🦃 TurkeyU at Rentsch Brewery| Sunday (11/9) at 11:00am – TurkeyU is taking over Rentsch Brewery with a 3-hour crash course in smoking the perfect bird, plus a few seasonal dishes. They cover pit management, gear, bird selection, injections, and seasoning, then send you home a Certified Backyard Turkey Pitmaster, smug grin included.
🚂 Veterans Day Flyer: Honoring US Service Members with a Vintage Train Ride @ Austin Steam Train Association Museum | Sunday (11/9) at 1:00pm – Trade errands for a vintage Hill Country rail ride, crossing the wooden trestle over the South San Gabriel and pausing at the 1912 Bertram Depot. Vets and active-duty ride free, drinks are onboard, nostalgia is included, and the views do the heavy lifting.
🏈 The Ultimate Game Day @ Reunion Ranch | Sunday (11/9) at 5:00pm – Help Georgetown Eagle Baseball go the distance without leaving your lawn chair. Ultimate Game Day at Reunion Ranch comes with a 50/50 raffle you don’t have to be present to win, plus easy ways to pitch in, tickets and sponsorships available.
Next week
🎬 Field of Honor – Documentary Screening @ Field of Honor | Monday (11/10) at 6:00pm – Think healing looks like a spa day? Catch a free screening at the Field of Honor in San Gabriel Park of Where the Horses Heal the Soul, where kids, adults, and veterans find firm ground with help from horses. RSVP for seating, bring a blanket.
🌅Veterans Day Ceremony @ Veterans Park | Tuesday (11/11) at 10:00am – Veterans Day calls for showing up, not scrolling, so meet at Veterans Park on Tuesday, November 11, at 10 a.m. for a ceremony honoring our U.S. military service members. Bring your coffee, the kids, and your respectful clapping hands, then visit with neighbors.
🎸 Music on Main @ Prete Main Street Plaza | Wednesday (11/12) at 7 pm – Round Rock’s favorite midweek pick-me-up is back with The Lowdown Drifters taking the stage! Bring your lawn chairs, a cozy blanket, and maybe a takeout feast from a nearby spot. It’s free, family-friendly, and just the right vibe to keep those fall nights humming.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🎶 Live music & entertainment
- 11/8 Purple Ark Music & Arts Festival @ Centennial Plaza – 11 am
- 11/13 Natalie Metcalf @ Saddle Shop Saloon – 5 pm
- 11/13 The Riverside Folk Concert @ Root to Rise Plant Co – 6 pm
- 11/14 Chuck Zeigler and more @ Sweet Lemon Kitchen – 6 pm
- 11/14 Intocable @ H-E-B Center – 7 pm
- 11/15 All Lives Do Exist Live Performances Competition @ Downtown Hall of Fame – 12 pm
- 11/15 Turnpike Tributedours @ Haute Spot – 6 pm
- 11/16 An Aerial Nightmare Before Christmas @ The Jungle Movement Academy – 2 pm
- 11/16 Holy Ghost Stories Live @ Round Rock Church of Christ – 4:30 pm
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🏠️ 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)
Over 10 acres of big-sky views in Whitetail Estates, an east-facing ranch with rolling pastures and oak shade. The 3-bed, 2-bath main home adds a sunny office, while a barndominium guest house brings a full kitchen, living and dining, loft, bedroom, flex room, bath, and laundry. A 7,000 square foot covered riding arena, two fenced pastures, and covered RV storage turn chores into hobbies.
Pool and hot tub watch Texas sunsets. The vibe is more resort than ranch. A 30,000-gallon rainwater system, no HOA, and five potential 2-acre splits add freedom, with Leander ISD and minutes to Georgetown’s square.
Make your guess, then (and only then)… see how much it costs →
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