Welcome to the premier issue of GeorgeTown & Country Magazine, a publication dedicated to providing a higher standard of articles, photography, local events and resources for both residents and newcomers alike. The magazine’s focus is on Georgetown and the beautiful Hill Country area and all that the region has to offer.

As a resident of the area for the past 30 years, I have come to know about many of the attractions and events that have become popular destinations, and would like to share these with you.

For instance, in this issue the Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum in Austin is featured, with driving directions and hours of operation. Another popular destination in the day-trip category featured in this issue is the historic town of Fredericksburg and a new event for them, the B&B tour. At each stop on this tour you can sample some of the desserts, appetizers, entrees and wines that Fredericksburg restaurants and wineries have to offer. Closer to home, National Preservation Month will be celebrated in Georgetown with a “25th Sterling Celebration” on May 18th and 19th and we have a preview article outlining the festivities planned. Another event covered in this issue is the re-opening of the courthouse later in the summer. There’s more inside, so sit back, relax and take a few minutes to look over Georgetown’s newest publication. If you would like to be an advertiser or would like to contribute an article for the magazine, please contact me at 512-863-3263.

I hope you enjoy the magazine and find it useful!

Lucas Adams, Publisher

Spring - Summer2007

Your Guide to Georgetown & the Hill Country

2 25th Sterling Celebration for GeorgetownCelebrate historic Georgetown with a dinner and dance, ice cream social and film.

3 Umlauf Sculpture Gardens and MuseumExperience one of Austin’s most elegant and serene attractions just 35 minutes away.

5 Festival of the Arts Enjoy a free Schubert concert in the park.

18 Fredericksburg B&B TourTake a tour of some of the finest Bed & Breakfast lodgings in Fredericksburg while sampling cuisine from local restaurants and wineries.

16 Courthouse Re-openingThe 1911 Williamson County Courthouse has undergone a transformation and re-opens this summer.

8 Hike and Bike Trails Take a tour of the trails going out to the lake.

24 New Restaurants & Dining Review What’s new?

© 2007 Lucas Adams. All rights reserved. Reproduction or use, without express written permission from Lucas Adams, of any portion of this publication is prohibited. Reasonable efforts have been taken to prepare this publication for accuracy, however the publisher assumes no liability for errors. Content in GeorgeTown & Country Magazine may include paid advertisements. Booklet designed, photographed and published by Lucas Adams.

A Floral ExpressionAbbey’s Bar Stools & MoreAnnarella Home DecorBeen Around the BlockCarol Woolf GalleryChantal’s Bistro & Wine BarCianfrani Coffee CompanyCobblestone AntiquesFranklin & Company JewelersGeorgetown Antique MallGeorgeTown & Country MagazineGeorgetown KioskGeorgetown Shirt CompanyGolf on the SquareHarper-Chesser Historic InnHill Country BookstoreJust Kidds & MoreLaurie’s TooLone Star PropertiesNonna’sNovita Spa on the SquareRazmataz SalonRufina’s Pottery and DecorSan Gabriel House B&BSellstate Summit RealtySnell’s StudioSweet SerendipityThe CollectorThe EscapeThe Loading DockWindberg GalleryWildfireWise CouncilWolf Ranch Shopping CenterWonderful ThingsZoe’s Gifts & Accessories

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New Businesses Around the SquareNew businesses around the historic and beautiful downtown Square are a welcome addition to the area, offering new and sometimes out-of-the ordinary shopping and dining as well as a variety of other services. Here are a few...

Rufina’s Pottery and Decor, located at 107 East 7th Street, has an assortment of medium to large ceramic and concrete pottery, benches and fountains, perfect for the garden, patio or deck. Owner Linda Huntley says “Doing business in downtown Georgetown is a pleasure, because everyone is so friendly and the business owners offer great personal service.” I think we all agree!

Wise Council’s owner, Robert Huntley, is a financial advisor located at 107 East 7th Street. He’s a contributing writer to this publication, sharing a wealth of knowledge. (No pun intended) www.wisecounsel-inc.com

The Collector is one of the only businesses on the Square that specializes in rare coins, historical documents and pre-Columbian antiquities that are usually found in museums. The owner, Danny Hall, is a professional numismatist. The new shop is located behind the Hill Country Bookstore at 109 East 8th Street.

The Loading Dock has been around less than a year now, located on the West side of the Square at 708 South Austin Avenue. They are Georgetown’s favorite sports grille, offering live music (check their website for dates, www.theloadingdock.com) and good times with your friends!

Jeff Lanfear’s ceramics and art studio, named 8th Street Studios is located at 308 West 8th Street next door to the new library. They offer all types of art classes and carry supplies for artists, especially ceramicists. www.8thstreetstudios.com

Scentchips & More is located at 800 South Austin Avenue, next to Annarella Home Decor and Quenan’s. They carry a large variety of lovely fragrant products to make your home smell most pleasant. www.scentchipsandmore.com

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The National Trust for Historic Preservation will commemorate National Preservation Month in May 2007, their third such event. During the month the National Trust will proclaim the praises of our national heritage and revitalization of many of our historic downtowns, as well as the value of historic travel and heritage education.

The Trust encourages celebrations throughout the nation and Georgetown’s participation will be an event that will be held on May 18th and 19th, Georgetown 25th, A Sterling Celebration.

A dinner and dance will be held on Friday the 18th at the new public library, the proceeds to go to the Main Street Facade Fund. The fund assists building and business owners in their restoration efforts, ensuring a lasting preservation of the Victorian architecture and a vibrant downtown. There will be guest speakers as well as a before and after video of the history and preservation efforts at the event. There will also be a wine tasting, an art show and live entertainment.

On Saturday the 19th, an architectural scavenger hunt, video, tours of participating downtown buildings, tours of the old jail and an ice cream social are planned to help bring attention to what has been called the “Jewel of Georgetown,” the historic downtown area... and rightfully so. Georgetown was the first Texas City to receive the Great American Main Street Award in 1998, the result of several years of hard work in restoring and reclaiming the dilapidated buildings in the downtown area.

For more information call 800-436-8696 or visit online: www.mainstreetgeorgetown.com.

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Sterling Celebration PlannedFor the 25th Anniversary of the

Georgetown Main Street Program

May 18th & 19th

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Mention the name Charles Umlauf and you immediately think of the Umlauf Sculpture Garden in Austin next to Zilker Park. Few people know it, but there is an original Umlauf sculpture titled Madonna and Child at the Lois Perkins Chapel at Southwestern University right here in Georgetown, Texas! Commissioned for the university in 1953, the sculpture was placed in the meditation courtyard next to the chapel.

Umlauf’s work can be found in many private collections and at various public locations such as the Smithsonian, the New York Metropolitan Museum of Art, Dallas Love Field, Austin Community College, and the Houston Museum of Fine Arts, just to name a few. Umlauf’s sculptures have a range from the realistic style to an expressionistic and also an abstract style. He was heavily influenced by one of the great artists of all time, Auguste Rodin. As all artists do, he observed and modified his own style of work to those of notable artists Lipschitz, Epstein, Barlach, and Zorach.

Charles Umlauf was born to German immigrant parents in 1911 in South Haven, Michigan. His education was formed at the prestigious Chicago Art Institute and the Chicago School of Sculpture. He did commissioned work for a time creating sculptures for public buildings, constantly honing his skills, and later moved to Austin in 1941. He taught sculpture at The University of Texas for 40 years, becoming a highly recognized artist over the decades. As a dedicated sculptor might do, he personally supervised the creation of his works in bronze, travelling to Italy where the best foundries of the time were in operation, as well as quarries and marble works.

The Umlauf Sculpture Garden came about as a result of his and his wife’s gift of his studio and their home, complete with drawings, sculptures and paintings, to the city of Austin in 1985.

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Georgetown

Festival of the ArtsMay 31- June 3, 2007

The third Festival of the Arts presented by the Georgetown Symphony will feature the music of Franz Schubert, now considered to be one of the most significant musicians in the history of music. Having only lived to the age of 31 years, he was not considered to be a successful composer by the Viennese public. Time has, as it will, changed the perception of whether he was an accomplished artist or not. Having written hundreds of songs and other musical masterpieces ranging from symphonies, church, chamber music, and piano concertos, his genius can be attested to and celebrated at events such as the one in Georgetown this year! In addition, numerous other performances and lectures will take place in various locations around Georgetown. The celebration of the arts will also include the Art in the Park event, a visual feast of fine arts with oils, pastels, watercolors, sculpture and more. For more information and schedule of events phone (512) 864-9591 or visit online at www.georgetowntexassymphony.org.

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Cookbook features popular local recipesOne of my favorite places to go for lunch is Laurie’s Too, a tearoom located just off the square at 601 Main Street.

I particularly like their “combination” plates, because you can choose several items from their selection of tasty soups, salads and quiches. Everything is served with homemade yeast rolls or muffins.

Laurie’s also is a great place to pick up dinner. Many of their lunchtime favorites, such as chicken spaghetti, King Ranch chicken and chicken enchiladas, can be purchased in trays to go.

Now, owners Roger and Cherry Vest have compiled some of their favorite recipes in a new cookbook called “Treasures from Laurie’s Tea Room.” The book sells for $20 and is available at the restaurant.

Here’s the recipe for one of my favorite dishes, cream of cilantro soup. For two people, I usually just make half of it. This soup can be served warm or cold.

- Ellen DavisCream of Cilantro Soup(Makes one gallon)

1 ½ bunches fresh cilantro64 ozs. chicken broth, divided4 T. butter4 T. all-purpose flour2 (8-oz.) packages cream cheese, softened1 (16-oz.) carton sour cream2 tsp. garlic, minced½ tsp. salt½ tsp. red pepper, ground½ tsp. cumin, ground

Remove stems from cilantro and coarsely chop leaves. Process cilantro and half the chicken broth in a blender or food processor until blended, stopping to scrape down sides. Melt the butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat and whisk in flour. Gradually add remaining broth, whisking constantly until mixture is smooth. Boil 1 minute. Stir in cilantro mixture, cream cheese, sour cream, garlic, salt, red pepper and cumin. Simmer soup 15 minutes.

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In the last ten years Georgetown’s hike and bike trails have grown to encompass miles of beautiful trails that wind along the San Gabriel River all the way to Lake Georgetown and back. Whether you are a bike rider, jogger, or hiker you will enjoy this system of trails and the accompanying scenery and wildlife. Blue heron, white egret, fox and deer are plentiful as well as numerous species of smaller birds.

To the lake… and backBy Ellen Davis

What could be a nicer way to spend a Sunday afternoon than by taking a leisurely bike ride to a lake? One of our favorite bike rides goes up to Lake Georgetown and back from the San Gabriel Park, located just north of downtown Georgetown. This 15-mile route incorporates some city roads as well as the San Gabriel River Trail. You can make the ride longer by biking to the park from your house.

While it is possible to get all the way to Lake Georgetown on the San Gabriel River Trail, part of that trail is not suitable for road bikes. This route provides a way for road bikes to get to the lake and back.

The ride can be done in either direction, but we prefer to do it as written below because you ride up – and not down – a very steep hill near the North San Gabriel Dam. Also, the shaded trail at the end of the ride is nice when the weather gets hot.

Either way you do it, you will get a great view of the lake that is only accessible to bike riders, walkers and joggers because the road over the North San Gabriel Dam has been closed to cars. Route map on following page

Waterfall at low water crossing

Biking on Cedar Breaks Road

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The ride: Start by the waterfall near the low water crossing bridge at the east end of San Gabriel Park. Head east out of the park on E. Morrow Street (the road will bear to the left) Continue bearing left when you come to a “Y” in the road. Turn left on River Haven Road. You will pass the Georgetown Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on your right..4 Cross FM 971 and head north on Gann Street through the Parkview Estates subdivision..6 Turn left on Park View Drive.7 Turn right on Austin Avenue (Hwy. 81). You will pass Georgetown High School on your right as you head north. Use caution on this part of the ride as the shoulder is narrow and there are cars.1.8 Turn left on Lakeway Drive and cross over IH 35. It gets narrow here for a short distance with no shoulder, so use caution. Continue on Lakeway, which has a wide shoulder, for a little over 2 miles.4.0 Cross Williams Drive. Lakeway becomes Bootys Road. If you haven’t had breakfast yet, you can make a quick detour to Shipley’s Donuts for some fresh donuts or kolaches. It’s just a block down Williams Drive.6.0 Just before Bootys Road ends at the dam, look for the intersection of a bike trail. Turn right on this trail and get ready for a short, very steep uphill! You may want to walk up this part of the trail!6.8 The bike trail intersects a road that goes over the dam. Turn left on this road. (If you want to make a detour, you can take the bike trail straight ahead to a small park on the lake).7.5 Stop and enjoy a view of the lake from the top of the dam!8.3 Turn left as you approach the entrance to Cedar Breaks Park. (If you want to pay the $4 park entrance fee, you can get some nice views of the lake by riding around this park.)9.7 Turn right on D.B. Wood Road when you get to the end of Cedar Breaks Road. There is a good shoulder to ride along for the short distance you will be on this road.10.1 Turn left on Oak Ridge Road. The road will bear to the left a little way down. This is usually a good neighborhood to spot some deer.10.7 Turn right on Shepherd.11.0 Turn left on Southcross11.2 Turn right on Spring Valley and look for the entrance to a bike trail just down the road on your left. This trail will take you all the way back to San Gabriel Park!

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Hike and Bike Trail Enhancements

Georgetown’s popular network of hike and bike trails continues to improve.

This spring, a new section of the San Gabriel River Trail opened along Spring Valley Road. This section enables trail users to get from the Georgetown Country Club to Southcross Road without having to travel along a busy stretch of Spring Valley Road.

Kimberly Garrett, parks and recreation director for the City of Georgetown, says the city now plans to add lights along the San Gabriel River Trail from Rivery Park to the new section of trail on Spring Valley. Six emergency call boxes also will be installed along the trail. This project should be complete by mid-July.

Georgetown has 6.5 miles of hike and bike trails, not including the trails at Lake Georgetown, which are run by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

New section of the trail along Spring Valley Road.

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How to get to the Umlauf Sculpture Gardenfrom Georgetown

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Take Interstate Highway 35 south from Georgetown, until you get to downtown Austin.

At that point get into the right lane as soon as possible, and look for the Riverside Drive Exit.

Take East Riverside Drive to the right, about a mile, and cross Congress Avenue. East Riverside turns to West Riverside at that point.

Get in the left lane as soon as possible, and take Barton Springs to the left.

Continue on, passing through the Lamar Boulevard intersection and look for Robert E. Lee Road at the second stop light, which is the intersection just before the small bridge over Barton Springs.

Take a left, and look for the entrance to the Sculpture Garden, which will be on your left.

605 Robert E. Lee RoadAustin, Texas 78704

www.umlaufsculpture.org

Hours of Operation10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Wednesday - Friday

1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.Saturday & Sunday

Closed Monday & Tuesday

Admission$3.50 Adults

$2.50 Seniors over 60$1.00 Children

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Franklin Jewelers is in the newly remodeled Gold’s Building on the north side of the Square. They have custom jewelry, designed and personally cast by owner Franklin Pulliam as well as other jewelry. He’s located next door to Cianfrani Coffee Company, at 109 West 7th Street, Suite 100. www.franklin-and-co.com

Zoe’s Gifts & Accessories, an eclectic clothing, imports and accessories boutique, is in a new location at 109 East 7th Street next door to the City Council Chambers. Owner Cheri Thanos has selected items from faraway locations around the world, including textiles, jewelry and more.

The Red Poppy Coffee Company, located in the new public library at 402 West 8th Street, Suite 101, serves pastries, sandwiches, wraps, salads, coffee drinks and more, “visual treats.” “We’re pleased to have the Art Guild display in the cafe, and plan to show their poppy paintings year-round.” says owner Lisa Hoekstra. www.redpoppycoffee.com

Church Street Salon & Spa, at 812 North Church Street, is owned by Terise Boggs. They’re a Medspa facility, offering corrective skin care, manicures, massages and more. www.churchstreetdayspa.com

Offering workshops and equipment classes, A Pilates Studio is now open on the Square at 102 West 8th Street. They offer private as well as group classes. www.pilatesonthesquare.com

Brazos Collection, at 817 South Austin Avenue, Suite101, has a large selection of costume and fashion jewelry, beads and findings for anyone who would like to make their own. www.brazoscollection.com

Stop in and say “hi and welcome,” to all of these new store owners, and while you’re downtown be sure to visit the Williamson County Historical Museum on the west side of the Square!

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Relocating to Texas Can Lead to Important Money DecisionsAre you about to retire or already retired? You have some important financial issues to consider. If you are also new to Texas it’s even more important to focus on a couple of key financial planning areas of your life. Here is a quick review of one key part of a healthy financial plan.

Estate Planning – It is important to have valid Texas documents and address Texas community property planning issues. At the very least you should meet with a board certified estate planning attorney and discuss the following issues:o Is your current will valid in Texas? Does it

reflect your current situation?o Do you have a living trust? Is it in good

order and is there any new property due to your recent or upcoming life changes that need to be added to the trust? Should you have a living trust if you don’t have one for probate and management purposes?

o Do you have Durable Power of Attorney? Medical Power of Attorney and Directive to Physician documents? These are often state-specific, so have them reviewed or created for you to be sure they are valid in Texas.

o Beneficiary designations – They dictate where that account goes. Be sure these are coordinated with your wills and trusts. Big tax implications are involved where IRA and retirement plans are involved.

o Ownership titling on your accounts – Often people have accounts titled where the assets go directly to the spouse at a first death. That can be a problem if your wills assume a certain amount of assets coming into the deceased’s estate. The will can only direct what’s in the estate. Solution? Review the titling of your accounts with the attorney who does or reviews your wills.

Robert W. Huntley, CFP, ChFC is President/CEO of Wise$Counsel and author of “Retire is a VERB!” Email questions to bhuntley@wise-council.com.Securities Offered Through Linsco/Private LedgerMember NASD/SIPC

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Did You Know...

Facades of some of the historic buildings in downtown Georgetown were ordered from the Mesker & Brother catalog in a variety of different styles, each custom tailored to the particular building. They were made from stamped galvanized iron and assembled in sections and are in remarkably good shape after more than a hundred years. Interior pieces were also available for ceilings, as well as the skylights. Note the price on the illustration above... A 30-foot storefront with name, urns and pediment would have cost $109!

The Georgetown Main Street Program has been responsible for the restoration efforts and fund-raising for the facade fund which has made the downtown revitalization possible. The folks who have worked to make this all possible deserve a big thanks, so if you want to meet them, come to the 25th Sterling Celebration!

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Party for TheWilliamson County CourthouseAfter a little more than a year and a half of restoration from basement to dome, the historic courthouse on the downtown Square in Georgetown is set to be completed late in the summer of 2007.

There will, of course, be a party!

Partially funded by a grant from the Texas Historical Commission, the courthouse restoration project will bring the courthouse back to its original beauty while still complying with accessibility and modern office needs. No detail was omitted in the process, which has included re-leveling the foundation, patching and replacing the cracked mortar, re-coppering the sheet metal dome and renovating every room in the building.

Browning Construction has meticulously re-worked and restored the 1911 building to its former glory.

During the restoration, two time capsules from the early ‘50s and ‘60s were discovered, and the contents can be seen at the Williamson County Historical Museum on the square. There’s also another one that was known to have been placed at the time of the original construction and it has been left alone. A modern time capsule with items from the present was placed in the structure, the contents of which includes DVDs of current Georgetown images, maps of the county, an

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IPod, a cell-phone, newspapers and more.

The famous 26th District Courtroom, where Williamson County District Attorney Dan Moody successfully tried the Ku Klux Klan in the 1920s, has been restored to the original two-story height, complete with balcony seating as it was when built in 1911. (Plays re-enacting the historic trial are scheduled to resume in the courtroom on September 13th after the Grand re-opening. Get get your tickets early because they usually sell out!)

One of the most significant details of the restoration is the re-installation of the terra-cotta balustrades and triangular pediments on the top wall surrounding the courthouse. These were totally removed in the mid-1960s after some of the terra-cotta fell off, making it a safety concern. Other changes which occurred over the years were not so noticeable, but over time had altered the original flavor of the historic structure. In addition, the terrazzo floors on all levels have been re-poured with expansion joints added to prevent the floor from cracking in the future. A second elliptical stair off the rotunda replaces an elevator that was installed in the 1950s. A new elevator will be installed near the south entrance of the building. The original two-toned paint colors will dress the public corridors.

No detail has been overlooked, and September 8th the courthouse will re-open to a celebration currently being planned by the “Friends of the Courthouse” committee. There will be music, food and more! The public is invited to tour the historic building and celebrate the restoration of Williamson County’s biggest landmark! The details of the event will be announced later this summer.

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Annual Tour Offers a Chance to SampleFredericksburg Restaurants, Bed & Breakfasts

Located just 100 miles southwest of Georgetown, Fredericksburg is one of the favored Hill Country destinations for visitors and central Texas residents alike. An annual September event that has become a popular happening is the tour of a dozen or so selected B&Bs (of which there are several hundred) and the accompanying wine and food samplings from wineries and restaurants.

Possibilities for overnight lodging, ranging from rustic log cabins to 1940s style homes complete with period furniture and artwork are on the tour, as well as Victorian homes filled with antiques. With a provided map in hand, ticket holders navigate through the city and into the countryside to find these lodging gems and the culinary surprises that await at each destination.

Each B&B has a unique flavor and history which are reflected in their names, like Longhorn Corral, Rocking Ox Gastehaus, or The Grape Arbor, making it easy to remember for that future visit which will be inevitable once you visit this historic, charming town!

When: Sunday, September 9th 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.For tickets go tohttp://www.tours.myfredericksburg.net/

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How to get to Fredericksburg from Georgetown

Tyree Cabinat Lost Creek B&B

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Clinical Excellence With aSpecial Pampering Attitude

Take Highway 29 west from Georgetown

In Burnet take a left on Highway 281 to Marble Falls.

Stay on Highway 281 to Johnson City.

Turn right onto US-290 West.

Stay on 290 West all the way to Fredericksburg.

The approximate distance is 103 miles.

Georgetown B&Bs,Hotels & MotelsGeorgetown’s accommodations are a great place to put those out-of-towners and relatives who drop in from time to time. Lodging options vary from motel to historic motor court, to B&B, so it’s easy to find something for everyone. For instance, San Gabriel Motor Court is a ‘30s-style motor court with handmade cedar furniture and western decor, while San Gabriel House and Harper-Chesser Inn are historic homes filled with antiques and elegant ambiance. Another favorite for visitors to the area wanting to be out in the country is Ranch House B&B, just west of town, offering a friendly home atmosphere. There are several chain hotels and motels conveniently located in the area, each with varying amenities such as pools, exercise rooms, continental breakfasts, hi-speed Internet and more. For more information logon to the city of Georgetown’s website, visitgeorgetown.com.

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The OLD AnDersOn hOMe

Located just one block from the Historic Georgetown Square, Chantal’s Bistro & Wine Bar was known as as “The Old Anderson Home.” The structure is a shining example of early 1900’s architecture and charm.

The house was built in 1908 by Per John Anderson and his sons. Per John, who emigrated from Sweden in 1879, settled in Georgetown and began working as the Williamson County Blacksmith. He married his wife Hannah in 1889 and their family soon outgrew the house that pre-dated the current dwelling. At the turn of the century, with the advent of the automobile, Per John changed careers and opened an auto repair business. There are many stories of how “Mother Hannah” would invite customers into her kitchen for food and coffee while Per John and their sons worked on the customer’s cars in the former blacksmith shop.

Per Jon and Hannah were blessed with nine children. A member of the family lived in the house from 1879 to 2002. The last of the Anderson family to live in the house was Lilly Anderson, for whom the bistro’s wine bar is named.

The house was purchased in October of 2003. The extensive restoration and conversion to a restaurant was completed in October of 2005 with a great deal of care being taken to maintain the architectural integrity and charm of the original home.

2007 Red Poppy Festival a Huge Success

Thanks to a lot of hard work by a lot of people and great sponsorship, the Poppy Festival continues to grow into a popular annual event for Georgetown. The festival started off with a parade on Austin Avenue, followed by the car show on the west side of the Square. There were about 125 arts and crafts vendors with all hand-crafted items. There were tasty foods at the food court and a great children’s area sponsored by the City of Georgetown’s Safe Place Program. Music and performances were scheduled on two stages, with groups like Off the Record, Lonestar Bluegrass Band, Kyle Park, Eric Hanke, and others. The main event, the Saturday evening concert and street dance featured Trent Willmon.

Event co-ordinator Cari Miller said, “I love this event! We have such a beautiful downtown setting for the festival... it makes a picture-perfect setting. It was another great year due to the hard work of our volunteers and the Red Poppy Festival planning committee and our generous sponsors. Without all of these people and sponsors it wouldn’t have been possible.”

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Dining Options in Georgetown Continue to ExpandDining options in Georgetown continue to expand. Two new restaurants have already opened this year at Wolf Ranch, and several more will be opening soon.

Already open are Casa Ole, which is located near the main entrance to Wolf Ranch, and Fish City Grill, which is tucked away in the southwest corner of the mall. Casa Ole serves up tasty Mexican food in a colorfully decorated restaurant and Fish City Grill serves fresh seafood in an intimate, neighborhood restaurant setting. Both are part of Texas-based restaurant chains, and have been instant hits in Georgetown.

Two more restaurants will be opening in May. Hayashi Sushi & Grill will open next to Vino 100, and Craig O’s Pizza will open near the mall management office.

Taco Cabana broke ground in April for a restaurant at Wolf Ranch that is expected to be open in July, and Steak ’n Shake plans to open at the mall toward the end of the year.

For more information:

Fish City Grill Wolf Ranch Shopping Center 1019 W. University Ave. Suite 1025 Georgetown, Texas 78628512-864-7400Fishcitygrill.com

Casa OleWolf Ranch Shopping Center1013 W. University Ave. Suite 155Georgetown, Texas 78628512-869-6699www.casaole.com

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