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Happy Tuesday, Georgetown. In today’s edition: Georgetown Christmas Stroll, The Nutcracker, a holiday market and drone show, and more.
Let’s get to it — Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Local charm on full display: Georgetown’s square buzzed on Black Friday as courthouse lighting drew crowds, packing shops like Divine Treasures and Six Strings and renewing calls to support local businesses this holiday season — read the full story.
Start your holiday tree hunt: KXAN compiled a handy list of Central Texas spots to buy Christmas trees, from Austin Optimist Club and Papa Noel to Moon Valley Nurseries, across Travis, Williamson, and Hays counties — see the full list.
Student progress check: Campuses are administering early December benchmark assessments for grades 3-8. Families will receive campus specifics, and results will be shared in January. Students who take STAAR Alt 2 are exempt — get details on December benchmarks.
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.
Scams are rampant: My step-dad recently got a call from someone pretending to be his grandson, all beat up and asking for bail money. They knew his grandson’s name, how old he is, and what city he lives in. How? Data brokers. They sell your info to anyone willing to pay for it (yup… anyone). Incogni removes your info from all of those sites so scammers can’t use it against you. Cyber Monday discounts are available all week — check ’em out here.
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Finally… a table worthy of the memories created around it
In partnership with Stunning Hardwoods
From birthday celebrations and lingering conversations over coffee to holiday dinners and competitive board games, the moments that matter don’t happen in just any room… they happen around the table.
Sure, you could get one at Furniture Row. One that’s built to be replaced every few years.
Or you could hit up Stunning Hardwoods for a custom piece that’ll live as long as the memories you create around it (and then some).
Their live-edge tables are truly built to last – they’re so confident in their craftsmanship that they offer a generational guarantee that lasts not just your lifetime, but your children’s lifetime too.
We’re not just talking about a piece of furniture, here. We’re talking about an heirloom your grandkids will argue over someday, complete with the scratches, stories, and history that come with being truly loved.
The best part? They’ll design it for you, or you can build it yourself.
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🫶 We got your back
Seasonal waste made simple: Georgetown’s holiday recycling is in full swing. Now through Jan. 30, you can drop off dead string lights for free at four city sites. Do not put lights in recycling carts. Christmas trees get curbside pickup on your yard trimmings day or free drop-off Jan. 2-31 at the Transfer Station. Recycle boxes and plain wrapping paper. Skip ribbons and foil. See locations, rules, and dates.
A sweet seasonal celebration: Georgetown’s 44th Candyland Christmas Stroll returns Dec 5–7 with a free, three-day takeover of Historic Downtown Georgetown. Expect the Friday night light-up and “Groovin’ with the Grinch,” 200+ vendors, live music, kid zones, and Santa’s Village, plus Saturday’s parade at 10 am. Bring your sweet tooth. See the full weekend schedule.
Your burrito night, solved: Whether you’re craving classic or Tex‑Mex with brisket, carnitas, or fajita beef, Dos Salsas makes midweek hunger a happy ritual. Their saucy, generously stuffed burritos deliver warm, post‑salsa serenity… that satisfying hush after the last bite, the kind you remember tomorrow.
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📆 Around town this week
All events are subject to change without notice. This is entirely outside our control. Please check official event pages and social media for the most up to date information.
This week
🎄 Tree Lighting at Heritage Oak Park @ Heritage Oak Park | Wednesday (12/3) at 6:30pm – If your holiday lights are still tangled in the garage, let Cedar Park’s biggest live oak do the heavy lifting. Heritage Oak Park flips on 50,000 lights, plus neighborly vibes, cocoa, and the perfect excuse to feel festive without climbing a ladder.
🍻 Cedar Park / Leander / Liberty Hill Business “Happy Hour” by Networking Local™ @ Red Horn Brewery & Roastery | Thursday (12/4) at 4:30pm – Swap business cards over craft brews, good vibes, and maybe a taco or two at this laid-back monthly mixer. Whether you’re a networking pro or just dipping a toe in, this come-and-go hangout makes it easy to meet fellow local entrepreneurs. Non-drinkers are covered too—coffee and soda are on deck. Stay local, make connections, and maybe discover your new favorite spot.
👠 Installation Celebration of 2026 President & Board of Directors @ Five Points Board of REALTORS | Thursday (12/4) at 6pm – Toast to new leadership as Five Points installs 2026 President Candy Cooke and the incoming Board—no stuffy gala vibes, just bold shoes, festive snacks, and easygoing networking. There’s even a prize for the best footwear, so consider this your excuse to break out the statement kicks. A lively night of celebrating the year ahead with your REALTOR® community.
👣 Georgetown Hosts 44th Annual Christmas Stroll December 5–7 @ Historic Downtown Georgetown | Friday (12/5) at 4:00pm – Downtown turns full Candyland for the 44th Christmas Stroll, a free, family tradition circling the most beautiful square. Think Saturday parade, Santa at the courthouse, Whoville hairdos, and 200-plus vendors. Bring the kids, your shopping list, and your patience, then stay for the music.
🖼️ Williamson County Art Guild Gallery Reception @ Williamson County Art Guild Gallery | Friday (12/5) at 5:00pm – Make your First Friday count at the Williamson County Art Guild’s monthly gallery reception, where over 25 artists unveil fresh work in person. Wander, enjoy the music, sip something, chat with the makers, and just browse until a piece insists on coming home.
This weekend
🏃 Jinge Bell Run- Austin @ Lakeline Park Pavilion | Saturday (12/6) at 8:00am – Pull on your Santa socks and join a jingly 5K that actually does some good, benefiting the Arthritis Foundation. Walk or run, then let the kids loose in the Kid Zone while you trade high-fives with NFL Legends, enjoy carolers, and collect bragging rights.
🎒 Spring Enrollment Pop-up: New and Returning Students @ Round Rock High School | Saturday (12/6) at 3pm – Get a head start on the new year with on-the-spot enrollment help from the RRISD team. Ask questions, explore programs, and make sure you’ve got everything you need to get your student settled for spring. With 56 schools and tons of academic and extracurricular options, it’s a one-stop shop to start the semester strong.
🩰 The Nutcracker presented by East Side Performing Arts @ Georgetown Palace Theatre | Saturday (12/6) at 3:00pm – Nothing says the holidays like The Nutcracker, danced by East Side Performing Arts, with toy soldiers, waltzing snowflakes, and that earworm Sugar Plum. Bring the kids, your nostalgia, and your patience for glitter. It is charming, local, and reliably magical.
🛍️ Holiday Market and Drone Show @ Brushy Creek Ampitheatre | Saturday (12/6)at 5:00pm – Still pretending you started holiday shopping? Knock out the list at a cozy winter market with local vendors, then stick around as a seasonally themed drone show turns the sky into your new favorite ornament. Classic tradition, modern sparkle, zero tangled lights.
🧘 Free: Guided Monthly Meditation Class @ Flow Yoga Georgetown | Sunday (12/7) at 10:45am – Reset your system and ease into the month with a gentle blend of movement, breathwork, and quiet meditation. This 45-minute class is beginner-friendly and designed to help you drop the stress, find some calm, and actually hear yourself think. Bring a journal, get cozy, and settle in for a mindful Sunday reset.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🎶 Live music & entertainment
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🏠️ This house is wild
Listed by: Jenna Mensik (Southern Luxury Properties LLC)
Redone 1912 farmhouse on 24 acres of producing pecans between Georgetown and Taylor, with wide open views. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, plus a flex room off the primary for nursery, office, reading nook, or mega closet. 2,170 square feet updated with finishes while keeping period character. A decked stock tank pool cools Texas summers, and a 30×40 shop handles projects and harvest gear.
Eight miles to Georgetown’s Historic Square, 13 to Granger, with quick access to SH 29, shopping, dining, and schools. Orchard and ag potential, big sky serenity, city perks close by.
Take a peek inside →
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