As Central Texas grows, so too do the number of businesses and establishments. In an effort to help you keep up, we have decided to compile a seasonal rundown of what’s new and what’s coming soon to Georgetown and Round Rock. With that in mind, here is your winter 2018 rundown:
Now Open
Georgetown
OoLaLa
Location: 714 S. Austin Ave. – Georgetown Square
A Salado-based gift shop and clothing boutique.
Greenhouse Craft Food
Location: 708 S. Austin Ave. – Georgetown Square
A local farm-to-table restaurant serving lunch, dinner and weekend brunch as well as beer and wine. Georgetown’s location features the small menu as Round Rock along with a few unique dishes like crispy smoked ribs, brisket enchiladas and smoked meatloaf.
All Things New
Location: 823 S. Austin Ave. – Georgetown Square
A flower shop offering everything from flower arrangements to plants, antiques, gifts and home décor.
1984 American Shaman
Location: 3415 Williams Drive, Georgetown
A CBD oil store offering ultra-concentrated hemp oils that work to support and bring relief to the body and mind.
Urban Cottage Home and Gift
Location: 1110 Williams Drive
A local business selling home décor, gift items, apparel and refurbished vintage furniture and antiques.
Round Rock
Board & Brush Creative Studio
Location: 1700 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Suite 470
A DIY workshop to create personalized wood signs, trays and boxes.
Attic Salt
Location: 4401 N. I-35 – Round Rock Premium Outlets
A national retain chain selling dresses, T-shirts, jewelry, accessories and more.
Lupe Tortilla
Location: 240 Bass Pro Drive
Mexican eatery, Lupe Tortilla, offers a menu full of seafood, fajitas, margaritas and more!
Dogtopia
Location: 1500 S. A.W. Grimes Blvd., Suite 150
Calling all dog lovers! Dogtopia offers dog day care, boarding and a spa facility! Basically, it’s your one-stop shop for your fur baby.
Liberty Barbecue
Location: 103 E. Main Street
Located in downtown Round Rock, Liberty Barbecue serves up barbecue, flatbreads and a full bar.
Subzero Nitrogen Ice Cream
Location: 200 University Blvd., Suite 630
Head out to Subzero Nitrogen Ice Cream for a variety of flavors and toppings to instantly freeze for a denser, creamier ice cream.
Coming Soon
Zoes Kitchen
Location: 1201 W. University Ave. Suite 105
Wolf Ranch Town Center is going to get a new addition in January: Zoes Kitchen. The Mediterranean fast-casual chain offers falafel, kabobs, Moroccan citrus roasted chicken and more!
Clearly Eye Care
Location: 1900 University Blvd., Suite 200
Searching for a new eye doctor? Clearly Eye Care is expected to open before the end of the year and offer contact lens fitting, allergy and dry eye treatments, pediatric exams and diagnostics and treatment for some ocular diseases.
Wayback Burgers
Location: 1900 University Blvd., Suite 103
Sometimes, nothing is better than a burger, fries and a milkshake! Before the end of this year, Wayback Burgers will open and offer a menu full of burgers, sandwiches, hot dogs, milkshakes and more.
Gino’s Vino Osteria
Location: 1400 E. Old Settlers Blvd., Suite 200
Gino’s Vino Osterio, an Italian eatery with a location in Austin, is expected to open its second location in Round Rock in February of 2019.
Note: this list is not comprehensive.
Stay tuned for the next edition of the rundown, coming March 2019.
Do you have any questions about the Central Texas region? Give our team a call! We would be happy to answer any questions you have!
While a winter home sale isn’t usually recommended, it is sometimes necessary. And, with a little preparation and some home staging, you could sell your home quick for top-dollar value! How can you increase your home’s appearance this winter? These winter home staging tips work wonders:
Curb appeal
Rake the leaves and add a fresh coat of paint to the exterior. Keeping up with the exterior shows buyers the home has been well-maintained and is in good condition.
Turn up the heat
To save money, many homeowners set their thermostat in the 60s during the winter months. However, that is not a good plan when selling your home. Turn up the heat to the 70s to make buyers feel like they’re right at home.
Fire up the fireplace
There’s nothing better than a fire during the damp and cold winter months. With that in mind, fire up your fireplace during home showings – only with your agent’ supervision, of course!
Add seasonal scents
From peppermint to cranberries and fresh balsam, the winter season is full of enticing and welcoming scents. When your home is on the market, bring the scents of the season to life in your home by mulling seasonal spices on the stove, baking fresh holiday cookies, lighting seasonal candles and more.
Add tasteful holiday decor
While you don’t want to go overboard, it isn’t a bad idea to add some holiday decor. Professionals recommend a big wreath on the front door, candles (electric or battery-operated) in the windows and other tasteful items. Try to avoid blow-up decorations or anything too over-the-top.
These winter home staging tips will work for a winter home sale or simply a holiday get-together. No matter the situation, they will help your home look and smell great!
Are you considering selling your home in the coming month? Give our team a call. We are always available to help!
‘Tis the season for giving – thanks for those you have in your life and back to those in your community! As stewards of the community, we believe giving back is the cornerstone to good business and relationships and that is why we donate a portion from each of our sales transactions to the charity or nonprofit of our client’s choice. With that being said, we would like to share with you a Georgetown nonprofit near and dear to our hearts: Brookwood in Georgetown!
Brookwood in Georgetown – also known as BIG – is a working program for adults with special needs. This truly amazing organization has grown by leaps and bounds in the past few years, proving that this program is so needed and has helped SO many families in our community.
Every year, The Power of 4 team sponsors a “citizen” of BiG and this year we are sponsoring Kelsey. She is a darling person whose life has been completely transformed by this program. She now has a life of purpose, has made many friends and has confidence she never had before. Kelsey’s parents moved here from Port Aransas in 2014 just so she could be a part of this inspiring program. They believe so much in the power of BiG that they uprooted their lives, found new jobs and moved their family to Georgetown.
If you would like to help us and make a donation of any size to “Team Kelsey” we would be ever so grateful! You can click here to make an online donation or if you prefer to write a check please let us know and one of our team members will be happy to pick it up. Our fundraising goal for Team Kelsey is $10,000.00 and any help you can provide to help us reach this goal is much appreciated!
Over our seven years together as a team, we have donated more than $10,0000.00 from our commissions to this amazing non-profit and, having seen the power of BiG at work in our community, we plan to continue for years to come. Please check out Brookwood in Georgetown (BiG) on Facebook or at www.brookwoodingeorgetown.org.
Do you love that fresh pine smell of a live Christmas tree? We couldn’t agree more – there is no better smell during the holidays. And, while you can get that smell with a candle, Christmas just wouldn’t be the same without heading out to a farm with your family to pick out your Christmas tree! With that in mind, here is a look at some of the best Christmas tree farms around the greater Austin-area:
Christmas Tree Farms
Cross Plants and Produce
705 North Old Highway 81, Kyle
Hours: Tuesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed on Mondays
Evergreen Farms
242 Monkey Road, Elgin
Hours: Monday through Friday from 12 to 5 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m.
The Robinson Family Farm
3780 White Owl Lane, Temple
Hours: Monday through Friday from 3 to 6 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Elgin Christmas Tree Farm
120 Natures Way, Elgin
Hours: Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Sunday from 12 to 5:30 p.m.
Tree Lots
Papa Noel Trees
Various locations around the Austin-area. Visit the website for more information.
Hours: Open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Christmas Tree Lots at The Home Depot
Various locations around the Austin-area. Visit the website for more information.
Hours: Monday through Saturday from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
We wish you and your loved ones a very happy holiday season!
Do you have any questions about Austin and its surrounding areas? Contact our team today! We are always available to help those in our community.
Austin’s restaurant scene is constantly evolving. With Austin restaurants opening and closing on nearly a daily basis, it is often hard to know where to head for a night out or where to take out-of-town guests. With that in mind, here is a look at some of the hottest Austin restaurants this fall. Some of these eateries are new, while others are classic Austin favorites:
Photo courtesy: Bonchon Chicken Instagram
Bonchon Chicken
Location: 2800 S. Interstate 35 #120, Round Rock
Hours: Wednesday and Thursday from 5 to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 5 to 10 p.m. and Sunday from 5 to 9 p.m. Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays
Nervous Charlie’s
Location: 5501 N. Lamar Street, Austin
Hours: Tuesday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Closed on Mondays
Home Slice Pizza
Location: 501 E. 53rd Street, Austin
Hours: Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to midnight
Bird Bird Biscuit
Location: 2701 Manor Road, Austin
Hours: Tuesday through Sunday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Closed on Mondays
Sour Duck Market
Location: 1241, 1814 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Austin
Hours: Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
40 North
Location: 900 W. 10th Street, Austin
Hours: Sunday through Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Thursday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Lin Asian Bar + Dim Sum
Location: 1203 W. 6th Street, Austin
Hours:
Sunday
Dim Sum Brunch: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Dinner: 5 to 10 p.m.
Monday – Thursday
Lunch: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Dinner: 5 to 10 p.m.
Friday
Lunch: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Dinner: 5 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Saturday
Dinner: 5 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Better Half Coffee + Cocktails
Location: 406 Walsh Street, Austin
She’s Not Here
Location: 440 W. 2nd Street, Austin
Hours: Sunday through Thursday from 5 p.m. to midnight and Friday and Saturday from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m.
La Volpe
Location: 201 Brazos Street, Bldg. B, Austin
Hours: Tuesday through Thursday from 5 to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 5 to 11 p.m. Closed on Sundays and Mondays
Suerte
Location: 1800 E. 6th Street, Austin
Hours: Sunday through Thursday from 5 to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 5 to 11 p.m.
Last Straw
Location: 1914 E. 6th Street, Suite C, Austin
Hours: Monday through Friday from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.
Anthem
Location: 91 Rainey Street, Austin
Hours: Open every day from 11 a.m. to close
The Brewer’s Table
Location: 4715 E. 5th Street, Austin
Hours: Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Loro
Location: 4921, 2115 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin
Hours: Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
The Switch
Location: 166 Hargraves Street, Austin
Hours: Tuesday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Closed on Mondays
Are you looking for a great eatery closer to Georgetown or Round Rock? Maybe some additional Austin restaurants? Give our team a call. We have tons of great recommendations!
Choosing the right color palette is essential to the overall look and feel of your home. Blue is relaxing; purple is elegant; gray is timeless; etc. But, how do you know what colors will look good together? What color palette will make your home shine? It turns out; it isn’t too difficult to pick the perfect color palette. Here are some design tricks that should help you choose:
Focus on a Pattern
Is there a large pattern you absolutely love? Pluck colors from it. This way, you know that large piece will fit into the new color scheme. For the walls, focus on the patterns neutral colors (whites and beiges).
Decorate Vertically
As you go up in the room, the colors should lighten. Darker colors should be used for the floor, medium tones for the walls and light values for the ceiling. Basically, think about replicating what you see outside.
Formal First
Start by choosing a color scheme for the living room, dining room and entryway of the house. From here, pull a color, tone it down and use it as an accent in other rooms.
Always Use the Color Wheel
The color wheel always comes in handy. For private spaces, stick to the color wheel and focus on analogous color schemes – colors next to each other on the wheel. Blue and green are generally more casual and relaxing and work great in a bedroom.
Look at Your Wardrobe
Your wardrobe can say a lot about yourself. But, did you know it also shows what colors you like and feel best in? Consider taking a look at your clothes and incorporating some of the popular colors into your home design.
Go Gray
Today’s trendiest neutral is gray. With that in mind, consider incorporating it into your design space. Gray can feel either warm or cool depending on what other colors you pair it with.
60-30-10
Always follow the rule: 60-30-10. What are we talking about? In general, you should divide the colors into three components: 60 percent of a dominant color (walls), 30 percent of a secondary color (upholstery) and 10 percent of an accent color (accessories.
Do you have any questions about selecting a color palette for your home? Call us anytime. We are always available to lend a helping hand!
Fall is a great time of year in the Williamson County area! What events can you enjoy this fall? From pumpkin patches to Georgetown Town Square events, here is a look at some of the best events to enjoy fall to the fullest in the Williamson County area:
Tuesdays from Sept. 11 – Oct. 16
Games on Main
Downtown Round Rock
Weekends from Sept. 22 – Nov. 4
Sweet Eats Fruit Farm Fall Festival
Sweet Eats – 14400 E. State Highway 29
October
Oct. 1-31
Texas Wine Month Trail
Texas Hill Country
Oct. 5-6
Round Rock Chalk Walk
Downtown Round Rock
Oct. 7
Oktoberfest
Bluebonnet Beer Co.
Oct. 12-13 & 19-20
Nightmare on Jail Hill Haunted House
Historic Williamson County Jail – 312 Main Street
Oct. 12-13 & 26-27
Downtown Ghost Tours
Williamson Museum – 716 S. Austin Ave.
Oct. 20
Hairy Man Festival
Cat Hollow Park
Oct. 20
Cattleman’s Ball
Sheraton Hotel & Conference Center
Oct. 25
Halloween Festival
Georgetown Community Center, San Gabriel Park – 445 E. Morrow Street
Oct. 28
Boo Bash on the Square
Georgetown Town Square
Oct. 28
The United Estates of Texas Win Festival
Florence
Oct. 31
Fall Fun Festival
Old Settler’s Park
November
Nov. 23
Annual Lighting of the Square
Georgetown Town Square
Pumpkin Patches
Anderson Mill Pumpkin Patch
11505 Anderson Mill Road, Austin
Open from Sept. 28 until Oct. 31
Texas Big Worm
4625 TX-29, Bertram, TX
NOMAD Ranch
1306 County Road 258, Bertram, TX
Pumpkin patch open from Oct. 12 until Nov. 6
Red Barn Garden Center
12881 Pond Springs Rd., Austin
Sweet Berry Farm
1801 FM 1980, Marble Falls
Pumpkin patch open from Sept. 22 until Nov. 4
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In real estate, it is often thought that spring and summer reign supreme when it comes to selling your home. However, that may actually be a misconception. In fact, with less competition and a still active market, fall may actually be the better home selling season. How can you make your home stand out from others? Simply upgrade your home’s appeal with these autumn home staging tips:
Focus on cub appeal
What they say is true, first impressions do matter. So how do you stage your front porch to leave buyers wanting to see more? Think seasonal items: potted mums near the door, a fall-themed wreath, pumpkins and maybe even a fall doormat. Oh, and while falling leaves go with the season, they are not so appealing to homebuyers. Clean them up before any showings.
Think autumn, not Halloween
Pumpkins are appealing. However, leave the Jack-O-Lanterns, spider webs and other Halloween decorations for your next home.
Incorporate seasonal hues
Bring the fall colors in by adding some throw pillows and blankets in seasonal hues. Great fall colors include deep reds, burnt oranges, golden yellows, etc. Think the shades of the changing leaves! But, do make sure they complement any current color scheme.
Warm and cozy
As the weather cools down, creating a warm and cozy atmosphere within your home is even more important. To do this, think comfy throws, blankets, pillows, candles, lamps and more.
Appeal to the senses
Smell is often thought to be the sense most closely linked with memory. With that in mind, try to incorporate scents that trigger happy memories: apple pie, pumpkin spice, cinnamon and more. If you don’t want to bake before every showing, add fall-scented candles, essential oils and potpourri throughout your home.
Dress up the interior
Dress up your home’s décor with some seasonal touches. Great options include clear glass jars filled with candy corn, pumpkins, seasonal flowers, etc. And, with Thanksgiving around the corner, think about setting the dining table for your annual feast. A table runner and fall-themed centerpiece should do the trick. It could leave a potential buyer wanting to host their Thanksgiving get together in your home!
Are you thinking about selling your home this fall? Give our team a call. We would be happy to help you with these autumn home staging tips.
Events are a dime a dozen in an area as big as North Austin. What events and festivals are happening in September? Here’s a look at some of the most notable North Austin events and festivals to enjoy with your friends and family:
Splash Jam
Sept. 2 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Elizabeth Milburn Park – Cedar Park
Cost: FREE
Enjoy live music, food concessions, inflatables, carnival games and rides, a washer tournament at 4 p.m. and fireworks at dusk. Swim in Milburn Pool from 1 to 8 p.m. – regular pool rates apply.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Sept. 5 from 3 to 6 p.m.
Recycling Center – 310 Deepwood Drive
Cost: FREE for City of Round Rock water utility customers. For non-resents, the cost to drop off materials is $40 per car.
Movies in the Park
Sept. 7 at 8 p.m.
Elizabeth Milburn Park – Cedar Park
Cost: FREE
Grab your family, blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy a screening Ratatouille. Food is welcome, but glass containers are prohibited.
Market Days on the Square
Sept. 8 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Georgetown Town Square
A variety of vendors set up tents around the town square for a day of shopping. Vendors include arts & crafts, jewelry, unique clothing, woodcrafts and more.
Pfurry Splash Party
Sept. 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Scott Mentzer Pool – Pflugerville
Cost: $5 per dog (cost includes two humans)
Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Sept. 8 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
City of Leander Public Works – 607 Municipal Drive, Leander
Cost: Free for Williamson County Residents
Brew for the Heart
Sept. 9 from 1 to 5 p.m.
Whitestone Brewery – 601 E. Whitestone Blvd., Bldg. 5, Ste. 500
Cost: FREE
Beer, music and a raffle. The event benefits HeartGift.
Games on Main
Sept. 11, 18, 25 at 8 p.m.
Prete Main Street Plaza – Round Rock
Cost: $40
Meet up with some of your Round Rock neighbors to learn a variety of yard games: washers, corn hole, ladder golf and more. Only for ages 21+. Register here.
Movies in the Park
Sept. 14 at 7:45 p.m.
Elizabeth Milburn Park – Cedar Park
Cost: FREE
Grab your family, blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy a screening Cars 3. Food is welcome, but glass containers are prohibited.
Children’s Safety Seminar Hosted by Cedar Park Police
Sept. 15 from 12 to 8 p.m.
Hill Country Bible Church – 12124 RM 620
Cost: Free, but donations are appreciated
Self-defense tips for ages 3 to 18.
Old Town Summer Nights Final 2018 Event
Sept. 19 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Old Town Leander – 100 N. Brushy Street
Cost: FREE
Concert, shopping opportunities, farmers market, the Leander Car Show and dining options.
Family Campout
Sept. 21 at 3:30 p.m. to September 22 at 11 a.m.
Old Settlers Park – Round Rock
Cost: $10-$15
Spend the night in Old Settlers Park! Each participant receives two meals, s’mores and a t-shirt. Register here.
Movies in the Park
Sept. 28 at 7:30 p.m.
Elizabeth Milburn Park – Cedar Park
Cost: FREE
Grab your family, blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy a screening Despicable Me 3. Food is welcome, but glass containers are prohibited.
Georgetown Wine and Music Festival
Sept. 29 from 12 to 8 p.m.
Georgetown Town Square
Cost: $25 in advance, $35 at the event
Enjoy a night on The Most Beautiful Square in Texas while sipping on a taste of wine and beer from the participating businesses. Purchase tickets here.
Please note: This list is not comprehensive.
For events in Austin this September, click here.
Do you have any questions about North Austin and its communities? We are here for you. Contact our team anytime.
Fall is absolutely one of the most festive seasons of the year. While dressing up for Halloween or cooking your annual Thanksgiving meal are always on the fall to-do list, there are some lesser-known activities that will help you enjoy the season even more. What should you add to your list? This guide will help you have the best fall ever:
- Make Apple Cider
- Visit a Corn Maze
- Go Apple Picking at a Local Orchard
- Play Backyard Football
- Visit a Chocolate Factory
- Roast Marshmallows and Make S’mores
- Go Hiking
- Host a Bonfire
- Go Pumpkin Picking
- Go on a Fall Foliage Road Trip
- Stay at a B&B with Views of Foliage
- Try a New Pumpkin Recipe
- Make a DIY Fall Front Door Wreath
- Go to a Fall Festival – Oktoberfest anyone?
- Austin Oktoberfest – September 29th http://www.austoberfest.com/
- Paint or Carve Pumpkins
- Go on a Hay Ride
- Eat Candy Corn
- Bake a Pie – Pumpkin or Pecan!
- Attend a Football Game
- Go to a Haunted House
Click here for a printable PDF.
This ultimate guide will ensure you have the best fall ever!
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