Events

Charles Woodruff McCook, far left, is pictured as part of the Eagles’ track team in a 1937 Georgetown High School year book.

Charles Woodruff McCook, far left, is pictured as part of the Eagles’ track team in a 1937 Georgetown High School year book.

After 82 years, a hero is coming home

Brad Stutzman
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Never is an incredibly strong word. Never is an infinitely long time. Yet, after 82 years, First Lieutenant Charles Woodruff McCook’s homecoming has only been delayed. Thanks to scientific minds and patriotic hearts, it will no longer be denied.Friends and family called him Woody.
Lupita Diaz spends time with a kitten her family adopted during a Georgetown Animal Shelter kittens adoption event at the Georgetown Public Library July 30, 2024. (Sun Archive)

Lupita Diaz spends time with a kitten her family adopted during a Georgetown Animal Shelter kittens adoption event at the Georgetown Public Library July 30, 2024. (Sun Archive)

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Have a meow-velous time at the library

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
August 6 is in line to be one of the cutest days of the year, as kittens will return to the Georgetown Public Library. Dozens of adoptable kittens will be available for $35 at the library in support of the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter.The event runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
MARS - Middle Aged Rock Stars, are performing on the Square on July 4.

MARS - Middle Aged Rock Stars, are performing on the Square on July 4.

Strings and Things: Independence Day musical celebrations are county wide

Ellen Greeney
Thursday, July 3, 2025
Williamson County is home to a multitude of live music genres from rock and country to classical and symphonic. Find your favorite places to enjoy the tunes and voices of local musicians and bands during this year’s numerous Independence Day celebrations including MARS.
Following the 1996 July Fourth kids' parade in Georgetown, Garrett and Chyenne Daniels clown around in their patriotic attire. (Sun archive)

Following the 1996 July Fourth kids' parade in Georgetown, Garrett and Chyenne Daniels clown around in their patriotic attire. (Sun archive)

Presidents, Independence Day celebrations and Georgetown events

Linda Dwyer
Thursday, July 3, 2025
Independence Day is a time to reflect and give thanks for our freedoms. The holiday began with the Declaration of Independence from Great Britain in 1776.It’s been a federal holiday since 1941.

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Juneteenth celebrations happening this weekend

News Staff
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Georgetown’s 73rd annual Juneteenth celebration will include a photo exhibit, live entertainment, a parade and a historical marker unveiling over the next week. Some events are a partnership between the city and the Georgetown Cultural Citizen Memorial Association.
The Georgetown Public Library is located at 402 West Eighth Street, Georgetown.

The Georgetown Public Library is located at 402 West Eighth Street, Georgetown.

BiblioFiles: Summer reading and events at the Georgetown Public Library

News Staff
Friday, May 30, 2025
Are you ready for summer? The Georgetown Public Library is! Summer reading kicks off on June 1 for all ages, whether you are 2 or 102. The theme this year is Color Our World, so let your creativity flow at one of our events or check out something to inspire you.
“Slowly Turning” by Ellen Greeney on display at Impressions Gallery.

“Slowly Turning” by Ellen Greeney on display at Impressions Gallery.

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Art Scapes: Three new exhibits coming to Georgetown Public Library

Ellen Greeney
Friday, May 30, 2025
Local photographer and world traveler Marsha Larrabee presents her first solo exhibit at the Georgetown Public Library. The theme “Our Unique and Wonderful World" is a collection of her photos from around the world on display in the Cafe Gallery.
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