Courtney Ainsworth, Author at Downtown Round Rock Texas

Paige’s Bakehouse serves sweet treats and hometown charm to Downtown Round Rock

Dining, Lifestyle, Top News / Courtney Ainsworth

Babycakes, cake pops, and cookies, oh my! Paige’s Bakehouse has been fueling Downtown Round Rock with buttery cookies, custom cakes, specialty baked goods, and a full coffee bar for over 7 years. Owner Paige Morgan Perry loves the bakery’s location, just two blocks north of Main Street. “We absolutely love being here. We get to […]

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July 4th parade rolls back into Downtown

Events, Holidays / Courtney Ainsworth

We can’t wait for this year’s Sertoma July Fourth Parade in the heart of Downtown Round Rock! The 2024 Annual Sertoma Independence Day Parade will once again feature giant helium and cold air inflatables, community groups and patriotic spirit. The parade will take place on the 1.5 mile route along Mays Street between Mays Crossing and Highway

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Starting a new chapter: Old library remodel and paseo construction kicks off

Construction, Top News / Courtney Ainsworth

The remodel of the old Round Rock Public Library at 216 East Main Street kicked off Monday, May 6. The 44,000-square-foot building, which will maintain its designation as the Griffith Building, will include the Round Rock Visitors Center and a two-story Arts and Culture gallery on the first floor, and the Round Rock Chamber on

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Looking for the perfect mother’s day gift? Head Downtown on May 10 for shopping, cocktails, prizes, and more!

Events, Shopping / Courtney Ainsworth

A little birdie told us the moms in your life want three things: a night out, a thoughtful gift, and spa treatments. Join Rhae, Hometown Gift & Decor, and Viva Day Spa from 4-7 p.m. on Friday, May 10 to check off the entire list! Each business will have fun pop-up services, door prize drawings,

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Roll out your mats! Free yoga and pilates classes at Prete Plaza this spring

Events / Courtney Ainsworth

Roll out your yoga mats! Prete Plaza is hosting free yoga and pilates classes this Saturday, April 13, starting at 8 a.m. First, Round Rock Yoga will kick off its 12th annual Yoga on the Plaza monthly series, continuing through September. After yoga, Downtown business Finding Flow Pilates will offer a free mat pilates class

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Where to watch the solar eclipse in Downtown Round Rock

Events / Courtney Ainsworth

Calling all sky-watchers! Downtown businesses are gearing up for the solar eclipse on April 8, offering special events to mark the once-in-a-lifetime event. Check out the details below! Swallow Wines 11 a.m.-2 p.m., $81.19 per person This exclusive event, limited to just 50 adults, includes two 6-ounce glasses of wine from a selection of five

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Mark your calendars: PopUp Art shows return to Prete Plaza this spring

Events / Courtney Ainsworth

The popular PopUp art show series kicks off March 23 and continues once a month through June. Each event will feature at least 12 artists and a wide array of art mediums. We recommend making a day of it by visiting the local eateries and shops! All shows will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Prete

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Hometown beat: Music on Main returns March 20-June 26

Events / Courtney Ainsworth

Music on Main returns to Main Street March 20-June 26! The midweek melodies fill the air every Wednesday evening from 7-9 p.m. in Prete Plaza. Check out the variety of dining options on Main Street or pack a picnic basket to enjoy the evening of fun and music! Bring a lawn chair or blanket and the entire family. There

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Swallow Wines opens in Downtown Round Rock

Lifestyle, Top News / Courtney Ainsworth

Swallow Wines officially opened its doors on Feb. 28 at 407 Round Rock Avenue. The tasting room features wines sourced directly from out-of-state wineries and aims to create an approachable, yet elevated wine experience for all guests. Guests can expect a regularly rotated wine-tasting menu, an educational experience, wine tasting flights, food and wine pairings, wines by

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Korean restaurant to open on Main Street Feb. 1

Dining / Courtney Ainsworth

This article was originally published on Eater Austin. A new Korean restaurant is going to open in Round Rock early this year. Ghama Zone Korean will be found at 118 East Main Street starting on Thursday, February 1. The restaurant’s menu boasts traditional and modern Korean dishes. Of particularly note, there are three specific appetizers. There’s the pockets, which are

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Palm House relocation scheduled for Jan. 30

Construction / Courtney Ainsworth

A historic house in Downtown Round Rock is scheduled for a strategic relocation to its original site this week as the City of Round Rock prepares to renovate the former library on Main Street. On Dec. 12, 2023, the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) approved the application to relocate the Andrew J. Palm House from 212

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Woodbine Mansion venue showcase set for Sunday, Jan. 21

Events / Courtney Ainsworth

Calling all newly engaged couples! Woodbine Mansion, located in the heart of Downtown Round Rock at 405 East Main Street, is hosting a venue showcase from 1-4 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 21. During the event, the property will be transformed to provide inspiration for your special day. Additionally, guests can meet with other potential vendors,

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Jingle your way through Downtown: A festive December checklist

Events, Holidays / Courtney Ainsworth

We know your December calendar is filling up like Santa’s bag of toys, so we’ve compiled all of the must-do holiday happenings in Downtown Round Rock. Hometown Holiday lights Dec. 1-31, nightly Beginning when the sun sets on December 1 and twinkling to life every night through the end of the month, you and yours

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Downtown Round Rock’s latest townhome development breaks ground

Construction, Lifestyle, Top News / Courtney Ainsworth

A new 60-unit townhome development, Monarch on Main, broke ground on Dec. 6 in Downtown Round Rock. The 6.35-acre property is located north of East Main Street and east of East Liberty Avenue. The two-story townhomes will feature attached garages while the community will include walking trails and a common park area. According to the

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Wrap up your holiday shopping at the Downtowner Holiday mART

Events, Holidays / Courtney Ainsworth

Experience artful shopping at the Downtowner Gallery’s annual Holiday mART, where the gallery transforms into a festive gift shop! This year’s theme is nostalgia, and we hope you’ll enjoy searching through all of the creative treasures made by local and area artists. Among the art gifts, made by local and area artists, there are items like artistic

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Unwrap the merry on Main Street with Hometown Holiday Dec. 1- 31

Events, Holidays / Courtney Ainsworth

Downtown Round Rock is set to transform into the cozy, hometown backdrop of your favorite Hallmark movie as Hometown Holiday returns Dec. 1! Beginning when the sun sets on December 1 and twinkling to life every night through the end of the month, you and yours can delight in a festive family outing. Grab a coat

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Free wine and food celebration returns to Main Street Nov. 16

Events / Courtney Ainsworth

It’s a global celebration in the name of wine; it’s Round Rock’s Beaujolais Nights on Prete Plaza and Main Street! Partaking in the tradition nearly 70 years old, Round Rock will crack open the first bottles from this year’s Beaujolais Nouveau harvest at the same time as the rest of the world – on the

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Boo! Hometown Halloween returns to Downtown Oct. 31

Events, Holidays / Courtney Ainsworth

Spooky times are brewing! The 9th annual Hometown Halloween returns on Tuesday, Oct. 31 from 3-7 p.m. Your little ghouls and goblins will kick off the holiday with face painting, trick-or-treating at Downtown businesses, live music, giveaways, and more! After their fill of candy, head to one of our Downtown eateries for a festive family meal. Check

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Final fall PopUp art shows scheduled for Dec. 16

Events, Fall / Courtney Ainsworth

Head Downtown this fall to pick up original artwork for yourself and gifts for others! The popular PopUp art show series kicks off Saturday, Sept. 23, and will continue monthly throughout the fall. Each event will feature at least 12 artists and a wide array of art mediums. We recommend making a day of it

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Music on Main fall series finale set for Nov. 15

Events / Courtney Ainsworth

Music on Main: Fall series Music on Main returns to Main Street Sept. 27-Nov. 15! Join us Wednesday evenings at Prete Plaza from 7-9 p.m. for a fun evening of free live music, face-painting, balloon artists, and more! Don’t forget to check out the variety of dining options Main Street has to offer. Did we mention

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