Events

The Williamson County Courthouse was adorned with light  during the Lighting of the Square on Friday, November 24, 2023.  Main Street, seen here, was covered with attendees.

The Williamson County Courthouse was adorned with light during the Lighting of the Square on Friday, November 24, 2023. Main Street, seen here, was covered with attendees.

Georgetown Square Illuminated

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Event guide: Enjoy the holidays in Williamson County

As the year draws to a close, the Square becomes a twinkling, light-strewn wonderland and the city is full of holiday jaunts. Whether you’re searching for Santa or dreaming of snow, these events will speak to your inner child this Christmas time in Georgetown and Williamson County.

Riverbank cleanup coming to Rivery Park

The City of Georgetown will host a riverbank cleanup event in Rivery Park on December 9.  Volunteers can check in for the event beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the city table near the playground, which is located in the middle of the park.  A safety briefing will happen at 8:55 a.m.
Gary Keilman prepares to place American flags at the Field of Honor on Saturday, November 4, 2023.

Gary Keilman prepares to place American flags at the Field of Honor on Saturday, November 4, 2023.

Stars and Stripes Forever

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Light your holiday spirit later this month

The annual Lighting of the Square will happen on November 24 and will give families a chance to enjoy entertainment, donate toys and hear from city and county representatives. The lighting will occur on the east steps of the courthouse.
9-year-old Harrison Hodgkins helps deliver sausage plates and sausages during the 51st Annual Wurstbraten at Zion Lutheran Church on Monday, November 6, 2023.

9-year-old Harrison Hodgkins helps deliver sausage plates and sausages during the 51st Annual Wurstbraten at Zion Lutheran Church on Monday, November 6, 2023.

Linking up with the community

Contact the Sun for high-quality photo reprints at ads@wilcosun.com or call 512-930-4824. The 51st Annual Wurstbraten at Zion Lutheran Church was held on Monday, November 6, 2023.  Attendees received their orders from their cars while volunteers kept the lines moving.
3-year-old Buck Taylor had fun on Halloween night with his family along Main Street in Old Town on Tuesday, October 31, 2023.

3-year-old Buck Taylor had fun on Halloween night with his family along Main Street in Old Town on Tuesday, October 31, 2023.

Trick or Treat along Georgetown's Main Street

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11-year-old Cody Morris of Thrall visits with his mom Carol Morris, right, before entering the arena with his sheep Little Bit and Nugget during the Chisholm Trail Showdown Breeding Sheep Show, held Thursday, October 26, 2023 at the Williamson County Expo Center during the Williamson County Fair and Rodeo.

11-year-old Cody Morris of Thrall visits with his mom Carol Morris, right, before entering the arena with his sheep Little Bit and Nugget during the Chisholm Trail Showdown Breeding Sheep Show, held Thursday, October 26, 2023 at the Williamson County Expo Center during the Williamson County Fair and Rodeo.

Rodeo Show Memories

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2-year-old Daphne Maple has fun in the Texan Petting Zoo on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, the opening day of the Williamson County Fair and Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center through October 28th.

2-year-old Daphne Maple has fun in the Texan Petting Zoo on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, the opening day of the Williamson County Fair and Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center through October 28th.

Wilco Fair And Rodeo: 2023

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Jude Marquez, 10, and his brother Micah, 6, helped send rubber ducks into the San Gabriel River  during the annual Duck Race held Saturday, October 21, 2023 at San Gabriel Park.   The annual event is a fundraiser for the  American Association of University Women (A.A.U.W.). 50 rubber ducks were released into the water in five separate heats.  The top winners in each heat were gathered together for a championship heat.

Jude Marquez, 10, and his brother Micah, 6, helped send rubber ducks into the San Gabriel River during the annual Duck Race held Saturday, October 21, 2023 at San Gabriel Park. The annual event is a fundraiser for the American Association of University Women (A.A.U.W.). 50 rubber ducks were released into the water in five separate heats. The top winners in each heat were gathered together for a championship heat.

May the Best Duck Win

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