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Road and Parks Projects Proposed for Bond Election

July 8th, 2008 by Keith Hutchinson

Road projects totaling $61.7 million and parks projects totaling $52 million will be discussed by the City Council at their regular meeting tonight. The project lists could serve as the basis for a bond election on November 4 in Georgetown.
Georgetown’s growth is the common factor in the two project lists. The City’s current population of […]

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City Offices Closed July 4, Pools Open

July 1st, 2008 by Keith Hutchinson

City of Georgetown offices will be closed on Friday, July 4 in observance of the Independence Day holiday. City swimming pools will be open on July 4. There will be regular trash and recycling collection on July 4. Details are below.
City facilities closed on Friday, July 4 include the following:

Airport Terminal, […]

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Creative Playscape is Tops in Texas

June 30th, 2008 by Keith Hutchinson

It’s summer, and kids are looking for something to do. Did you know we have the best playground in the state right here in Georgetown?
That’s right.
The Creative Playscape in San Gabriel Park was named the best playground in the state by Texas Monthly. A story called 68 awesome things to do with your kids […]

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Blue Hole Park Repair Plan Approved

June 18th, 2008 by Keith Hutchinson

After a case of sticker shock on an initial repair bill for Blue Hole Park, the City is moving forward with a less-costly plan. Record flooding in the park in June 2007 ripped out an 800-foot section of road and hike and bike trail, as well as a retaining wall.
Last week, the City Council […]

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Art in the Park, Music, and Fireworks on May 31 and June 1

May 30th, 2008 by Keith Hutchinson

Art in the Park is a two-day outdoor celebration of fine art and contemporary crafts in a juried art event. More than 180 artists from across the nation and close to home are coming to Georgetown to sell their works in San Gabriel Park. The weekend event is on May 31 and June 1.
Artists will […]

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Pools Open for Summer Season

May 20th, 2008 by Keith Hutchinson

The City of Georgetown’s five swimming pools will be open for Memorial Day weekend on May 24, 25, and 26. Regular summer pool hours begin on Saturday, May 31. The City swimming pools will be open for the summer season through August. Admission is free on Saturday, May 24.
City swimming pools include:
San Gabriel Pool at […]

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Help Define the Future for Parks: Open House Meeting on May 22

May 16th, 2008 by Jill Kellum, Parks Administration

[ May 22, 2008; 5:00 pm to 8:30 pm. ] As Georgetown approaches the 50,000 population mark, the City faces some key decisions regarding its parks facilities and recreation programs.

To help in making those decisions, the City’s Parks and Recreation staff would like to hear from you at an open house meeting. The purpose is to solicit community input on an update to the City’s […]

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Special Needs 2008 Dances

May 9th, 2008 by Heather S.

Come join us for Food, Dancing, Photos, & Prizes at the Georgetown Community Center!
*4th of July Celebration & Dance*: Thursday, July 3rd from 6-8pm
*Halloween Costume Party & Dance*: Friday, October 24th from 7-9pm

These events are for individuals with special needs, ages 15 and up. Admission is $3 and a caregiver or family […]

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Berry Creek Park Opens on May 3

May 1st, 2008 by Keith Hutchinson

Families and kids in Georgetown have a new place for hanging around, literally.
At a new park in the Berry Creek neighborhood, kids will find many ways to hang on, pull up, climb, spin, and swing on two playgrounds. An opening celebration for Berry Creek Park will be held on Saturday, May 3 at 10 […]

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Parks & Recreation offers Teen Adventure Summer Camps

May 1st, 2008 by Joe Armstrong

The Teen Adventure Camp is a unique opportunity for youth ages 12 to 17 to be exposed to outdoor adventure activities and challenges in a fun, safe, and healthy environment. Each session will offer campers opportunities to learn life-long recreation skills and promote the positive use of free time. The program’s main […]

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