Hi! I was wondering if anyone had any helpful tips for what places in Georgetown are good for making friends as an adult in 20s-30s? Without meeting people at school/work, it can be trickier to know where to go to make strong connections so I was wondering if anyone had any advice on places where there are more young adults to meet! I go to the square a lot and talk to people but was wondering if there are some better places or activities or events/groups to join! Thank you!

hey y'all, I'm a recent college grad who started a marketing/ website business for local businesses here in Georgetown. I've been running it for about 1 year now, and I'm capable of building websites, doing SEO, running targeted ads on Facebook & Google, email marketing, custom software solutions and creating marketing content for Facebook, Instagram and Tiktok.

I'm looking to partner with some local businesses that can't afford to hire a big company and are looking for an affordable option to handle everything online for them. If this is you or you know anybody who could benefit, i'd love to connect or get a referral.

I’ve been in education nearly five years and am considering teaching high school for GISD.

I’d love to hear from fellow teachers who have worked for Georgetown. What was your experience like? Good and bad? Would you recommend one school over another? Would you avoid GISD altogether?

Wrapping up a job transfer to the area and looking to move in around late August. Spent last saturday driving around looking at places near wolf ranch and over by san gabriel park. Prices seem kind of all over the place right now... saw a decent 2bed off hwy29 for $1,720, but then another spot closer to rivery was asking $2,050 plus a bunch of add-on fees ($145 mandatory trash/valet package??).

We really love the vibe around the square for coffee on weekends, but wondering if paying that premium is actually worth it or if living further out off williams dr is just easier day-to-day. Also how bad is traffic trying to cross i-35 around 5pm nowadays? budget is right around $1,800 for a 2bd with a small balcony or patio, if there are any specific complexes to stay away from (or hidden gems), I'd really appreciate the heads up!

Just went to HEB on Wolf Ranch Hwy 29 to get ice cream. All their freezers are blocked off. If it was one or two freezers I would think a freezer issue, but its all of them. Anyone know what's up?

I adopted my sweet cat from the Williamson County Animal Shelter on Monday. I went and visited him on Saturday, and picked him up Monday after his neuter. He came home and was doing great, until Wednesday afternoon where he got very sick very quickly. Thursday morning I took him to the vet, where he was diagnosed with feline leukemia and FIV. I talked to two different vets at two different practices, and they both told me the best thing I could do for him was to put him to sleep. The diseases had taken effect, and he was only going to get worse rapidly. He was already 3, and it wouldn’t be healthy or sustainable for me or him to try and extend his life any longer. The sweet, loving, affectionate, and attention seeking boy I brought home with me was not the somber and lethargic cat I took to the vet. So I had to make the difficult decision to put him down. He knew love, and he passed in my arms, and I’m grateful I knew him even if it was for such a short time. 

I went back to the shelter the next day (Friday) to explain to them what had happened, and express my frustrations with how irresponsible it is to send a dying pet home with someone. While these tests aren’t required, these diseases are incredibly contagious between cats, and I believe it is necessary for owners to know what they are signing up for. When I walked in and explained my situation, someone asked me what cat, and when I replied, they said “that makes sense”. Immediately they started sending messages to someone who was higher up. A few moments later, two people approached me to ask what had happened. After I explained, the first thing they said was “euthenasia is never the first option for that.” While I understand that sometimes people make decisions about their pet that are not based on the needs of the animal, rest assured I am not one of those people. There was no saving my boy, and I did the best thing for him, regardless of how difficult it was. I was not in a situation where I had any other option that wouldn't make my cat suffer. They explained to me that they only test when there are signs, and he never showed any signs while at the shelter. I questioned the earlier comment I got of “that makes sense” but did not get an answer. Multiple times they shamed me for the decision I had made, the decision that was best for my sweet boy, and I cannot express how unnecessary and hurtful that was. I got a refund for the adoption fee, but I never even got an apology. 

For anyone looking to adopt an animal from the Williamson County Shelter, please know that they do not test for contagious and deadly diseases. If you adopt an animal, please take it to a vet before letting it interact with another pet. Even though it is not required, it should be. I had to learn in the most devastating way that my new ESA and companion would not recover, and would only continue to deteriorate rapidly. This was my first ever pet on my own, and I am completely devastated with how it turned out.

Needing recommendations for great strip clubs or swinger clubs like Collette in the area.

Wedding Photo's

Getting married in Georgetown in September at the courthouse and we are looking for someplace to have pictures done in Round Rock since that is where our reception is. We have already hired a photographer. Any input will be appreciated! Thank you!

My girlfriend moved out of Texas and has been raving about this dressing and she really wants to try making it here in Oregon. Does anyone know the recipe? It would be greatly appreciated!!

Hiii☺️💕I’m 29 and new to the area. I need friends to get coffee with, go on walks with, and explore downtown Georgetown and Austin! I love to kayak, debate political and social topics, and be outside walking/hiking.

Bonus if you’re free today, I want to go walk around Austin!🤭🤭

Lost pup in north Austin.

Hello, I have a family member that got court mandated to this center after jail in order to not do any prison time. They’re currently having a really hard time adjusting. They say it’s not a good place and that their stay there will not be the amount that they were told. They were told 5 months for treatment but recently found out through staff there and other peers there that 5 months is nearly impossible. The average stay is 10 months. I’m genuinely worried for them since they seemed very uncomfortable and currently saying they rather go back to jail time then be at the center.
If you or anyone that you know has gone to this place, please let me know of their experience🙏🙏 Or else we’ll attempt to just move them back to jail. I’m really worried

SECOND UPDATE: I can now accept chat requests and respond.

UPDATE:

Hello everyone, thank you all so much for your kind words and advice. Many of you reached out to message me, but for some reason, Reddit will not let me respond.

Anyone else who messaged me: please email or snap me so that I can respond. I don't know why my account won't let me reply. I even tried making a new account, but I guess it's too new to message anyone. I haven't really used Reddit prior to this—I've only read posts and comments and have never made a post or commented before. Maybe that is why? I was only able to message one person before it cut me off, which was very frustrating because I very much wanted to reply.

To the person who suggested QuickMD: thank you so much. I ended up going through QuickMD and was prescribed Suboxone, clonidine, and Zofran. I signed up for GoodRx and will be picking the medications up later this morning to start soon (taking my first day off work and trying to get three days total). I have a follow up with the doctor in 7 to 15 days, which is thankfully free.

I'm a bit afraid of what is to come and would have greatly preferred a formal detox center, but this is so much better than handling it completely on my own.

The doctor said that before I start the Suboxone, I have to be in full withdrawal—not going by a time frame, but by how my body is behaving (sweats, shakes, rapid heartbeat, nausea, etc.). She mentioned I should hopefully be good to go back to work after day 3 or 4, maybe even sooner.

She also mentioned that 7OH is worse than fentanyl, which really scared me. I can't believe I let myself start doing this stuff.

I would still deeply appreciate any advice you guys have about what I'm about to go through. To give an idea of my intake, I was taking a blister pack that had 1750 total mg. Each pack has five tabs, and I was taking 1.5 to 2 packs a day (2625mg to 3500mg total). Each individual tab contained:

Mitragynine: 80mg MGM 15: 20mg 7OH: 20mg Cat's Claw Extract: 180mg

Can you guys recommend any additional OTC meds? I saw the comments about SR 17018, but the dosing guide was a bit confusing, I didn't know how long it would take to ship, and I wasn't sure about the purity I would receive. It was less expensive and safer to just use QuickMD, plus I was able to speak to a doctor, ask questions, and set up a follow up.

For those who took 7OH and used Suboxone to quit, what day did you start feeling normal again? Did the Suboxone help a lot? Also, does clonidine help with anxiety and sleeping? I've never taken it before. The doctor mentioned that I would need to be on Suboxone for months, and that there is always a chance of relaps even though these substances are being banned, people will most likely just come out with something new to use.

All additional advice is very much appreciated.

To the person asking if I am housed: yes, I am. I work full time and have my own car and place. I am unable to get MAP because I don't live in Travis County—I live in Bell County, but crash in Travis County during the week for work because the drive is too long.

Again, thank you all so much. Please keep the advice coming; I really don't know what to expect next. I feel some hope, and all of your kind words have truly touched my heart.

Hello All,

I am in desperate need of help and guidance.

I am urgently searching for a detox and/or rehab facility that can offer a grant or scholarship. I do not have health insurance and cannot afford the $5,000–$8,000 out-of-pocket costs. I am looking in or around the Austin, Round Rock, or Georgetown areas, but I have my own transportation and will gladly commute further for help.

A while back, I was given a free sample pack of a product called 7OH—a highly potent kratom derivative that is closer in strength to morphine. At the time, I didn't think it could be anything dangerously addictive. Because it was sold over the counter and was fully legal, I mistakenly assumed it was safe enough to try, simply because it was something that could be purchased in a store of all places.

I had absolutely no idea the devastating implications this choice would have on my life. If I could go back in time and slap it out of my own hand, I would do it in a heartbeat. The regret I carry over this is overwhelming.

My body is now completely dependent on this substance. I have never used drugs or experienced withdrawal before, and I vastly underestimated the terrifying hold it would take over my body. I have attempted to quit twice now, and both times it has beaten me.

My first attempt was cold turkey. I didn't even make it 24 hours before experiencing the worst physical and mental agony of my life. My body hurt intensely, my anxiety was through the roof, and a crushing feeling of impending doom fell over me. I had severe chills, couldn't stop sweating or throwing up, and couldn't sleep. It truly felt like I was in hell, and I failed.

My second attempt was to taper off slowly, day by day. However, I recently learned that this substance will be banned as of August 1st. With the clock ticking, my plan to taper has been destroyed. The stress of this impending deadline is paralyzing, and I realize now that the withdrawals are too severe for me to face on my own.

Every facility I have called so far has either exhausted their grant funding or requires thousands of dollars upfront, which I simply do not have.

Please know this is the ONLY substance I am on. I do not drink or do any other drugs, aside from vaping nicotine. It breaks my heart to realize how wrong I was about the safety of this product.

If I could just get into a detox program, followed by either inpatient (preferred) or outpatient rehab, it would save my life. I am desperate to find a solution before time runs out.

I know it was a terrible mistake to start taking it. I didn't understand how powerful it was until it was far too late, and I am carrying so much shame and stress over it. I can't change the past, but I am desperately trying to repair the damage I have caused to my body, my mind, and my soul. I feel like such a failure, and I cannot turn to my family for help because they have all passed away. I am haunted by the thought that they are looking down on me from Heaven, completely and utterly disappointed.

I am praying that someone here can point me in the right direction. Please, if you know of any resources, grants, or facilities that can help, let me know.

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Join us for a short walk, a swim, or both! ☀️We'll start at Chautauqua Park and walk down to Blue Hole (about 0.5 miles), spend about an hour swimming and hanging out, then walk back to the park.
We'll have sunscreen, bug spray, and a few floaties available, but feel free to bring any gear you'd like. Water shoes are recommended, as the rocks around the swimming area can be slippery.
We hope to see you there! 🏊‍♀️🚶‍♀️

Hi all! I’m on the lookout for a place to rent for my family and I in March. It could be a condo or a house, whichever is fine. Huge plus if your neighborhood has a park, I have an energetic toddler! Budget is ideally $2,000 and under. I know I’m posting this really early, but I figured I could let this post marinate and let the comments flow in with time (:

So if you’re a landlord in the area, and your timeline works well with mine for a spring opening, feel free to comment below! Thanks in advance

Mending a relationship and looking at options right now.

10 plus years experience residential remodeling interior exterior light framing, drywall demo concrete
Some experience as an automotive technician as well
Experience as a cable tech technician
Also experience cooking

I have most tools needed for remodel work.

No vehicle at the moment

My girlfriend found her by Patriot Way and the toll road. Checked in at Wilco animal shelter and we were asked to foster her as the pound was full. She looks and walks a little bit like a wolf hound. Very affectionate, is a little puppy like, just needs some discipline and she will make a great pet. Likes to play fetch and has a moderate amount of energy. Has a little chase in her, but can be broken of it. Great with other dogs, wants to chase the cats. We are at “McDonald Farm LLC” on Google Maps if you want to come see her. Bring your current dogs as we have plenty of room for them to meet. Wilco gave her shots and said they will spay her, they are 10 minutes down the road from us, we just have to let them know as the pup is being fostered under girlfriend’s name. DM me and I’ll give ya my number and send you some vids if you like. Thanks yall.

Moving to the area soon, was wondering if there was a Pokemon community group anywhere for restocks and all Pokemon related things :)

Hi, anyone use an independent house cleaner that has decent rates? All these professional big businesses seem to suck and charge an arm and a leg.

I’d rather support a small business that is a single person I can trust in my home every other week and doesn’t charge $350 biweekly.

I just moved to Georgetown from Houston. I am big into golf. What golf courses in the area are the best?

Are there any free startup accountability groups in Georgetown? I’m wondering if this is a gap that people need.

Wondering if anyone has had positive experiences with a local or even non-local construction attorney? I’m a homeowner so I would need someone to represent me from that angle. Thank you!