Events

The Williamson Museum, located on the Georgetown Square, is a non-profit museum that was founded 20 years ago. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

The Williamson Museum, located on the Georgetown Square, is a non-profit museum that was founded 20 years ago. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

The Williamson Museum honors Sun newspaper family

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, September 12, 2023
The 11th annual Cattleman’s Ball swings into life at the Sun City Ballroom September 23 at 5:30 p.m. This year’s honorees are publishers Clark Thurmond and Linda Scarbrough, who own The Williamson County Sun in Georgetown — an independent newspaper owned and operated by their family since 1948.

‘Boomtown’ gala for Florence boosters

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, September 8, 2023
The third annual Florence Chamber Gala is set for Saturday, September 23, at Reunion Ranch west of Georgetown.   The gala will serve a steak dinner, music by Jarrell's classic rock band JR’s Jukebox, live and silent auctions, raffle, a photo booth and a cash bar.
Adam Martinka sorts cubes of brisket in the smoking pit area.

Adam Martinka sorts cubes of brisket in the smoking pit area.

Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church Bazaar

Andy Sharp
Monday, September 4, 2023
The Annual Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church Parish Bazaar was held on Sunday, September 3, 2023.  Attendees were able to get to-go plates in a line formed outside the parish hall, or could dine inside.  The plates included brisket, sausage, dressing, green beans, potatoes, slaw and peaches.
Senior Jacob Weishiemer catches the ball at the first home game of the season against Copperas Cove on Friday, August 25. Photo by Annabelle Bruesewitz, senior at Georgetown High School.

Senior Jacob Weishiemer catches the ball at the first home game of the season against Copperas Cove on Friday, August 25. Photo by Annabelle Bruesewitz, senior at Georgetown High School.

Georgetown Eagles start football season strong

News Staff
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Article was written by Mary Shoales and Amy Fangman, sophomores at Georgetown High School.  Kicking off the football season with a western-themed game, the Georgetown Eagles pulled out a 37-7 win over Copperas Cove last Friday.
Rex Sandifer of Elgin competes in Tiedown Roping.

Rex Sandifer of Elgin competes in Tiedown Roping.

Senior Rodeo

Andy Sharp
Monday, August 28, 2023
The Texas Senior Pro Rodeo Association's rodeo was held on Saturday, August 26, 2023 at the Williamson County Expo Center. The rodeo was founded in 1978 and conducts rodeos from March through October each year.  The events are open to anyone at least 40-years-old.
Cassidy Thompson, left, as Maria Rainer, and Jennifer Tucker, playing Mother Abbess, are shown in a Thursday, August 17, 2023 scene from the Georgetown Palace production of "The Sound of Music," playing on the Springer Stage through September 17. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Cassidy Thompson, left, as Maria Rainer, and Jennifer Tucker, playing Mother Abbess, are shown in a Thursday, August 17, 2023 scene from the Georgetown Palace production of "The Sound of Music," playing on the Springer Stage through September 17. Photo by Andy Sharp.

'The Sound of Music' opens at the Georgetown Palace Theatre

Andy Sharp
Friday, August 18, 2023
The Georgetown Palace production of "The Sound of Music" is playing on the Springer Stage through September 17.  Here are a few scenes from the show, which opened this weekend.  Photos by Andy Sharp
Sophia Neff of Georgetown was enthralled as she looked at kittens during the Georgetown Animal Shelter's kitten adoption held in the lobby of the Georgetown Public Library on Thursday, August 8, 2019.

Sophia Neff of Georgetown was enthralled as she looked at kittens during the Georgetown Animal Shelter's kitten adoption held in the lobby of the Georgetown Public Library on Thursday, August 8, 2019.

Roundabout: Here's what's happening in the Georgetown area in August

News Staff
Tuesday, August 1, 2023
The 39 Steps at The Palace July 28 - August 27 Performed at the Palace Playhouse, a mysterious murder turns the life of a regular man’s life upside down as an organization called The 39 Steps hosts a nationwide manhunt to find the perpetrator. Visit www.georgetownpalace.
A cottage at Harley’s Animal Sanctuary, complete with astroturf. Photo courtesy Harley’s Angels Sanctuary

A cottage at Harley’s Animal Sanctuary, complete with astroturf. Photo courtesy Harley’s Angels Sanctuary

Harley’s Angels Sanctuary sets annual fundraiser for September

Abbey Archer
Tuesday, August 1, 2023
Harley’s Angels Sanctuary — a dog rescue based in Florence — is having its annual fundraiser from 2-6 p.m. September 23 at Mulligan’s Restaurant and Bar in Sun City. There will be a 50/50 raffle and a silent auction from 2 -5 p.m., as well as vendors selling holiday gifts, art and baked goods.
Sherilyn Vineyard’s photography is on display in the Café Gallery through August 31.

Sherilyn Vineyard’s photography is on display in the Café Gallery through August 31.

BiblioFiles: August Art at the Georgetown Public Library

Bibliofiles
Thursday, July 27, 2023
Sherilyn Vineyard’s “Hidden in Plain Sight: Macro and Landscape Photography of Central Texas” opened on July 25 in the Café Gallery at the Georgetown Public Library.
Evan Scott, left, as Bobby Child, and Elysia Worcester, playing Polly Baker, are shown in a scene from the Thursday, June 29, 2023 dress rehearsal of "Crazy for You," playing on the Palace's Springer Stage through July 30. Photos by Andy Sharp

Evan Scott, left, as Bobby Child, and Elysia Worcester, playing Polly Baker, are shown in a scene from the Thursday, June 29, 2023 dress rehearsal of "Crazy for You," playing on the Palace's Springer Stage through July 30. Photos by Andy Sharp

Play Time: Crazy about 'Crazy for You' at the Palace Theatre

Linda Dwyer
Monday, July 3, 2023
The romantic comedy musical Crazy for You opened at the Palace Theatre June 30. The play, written by Ken Ludwig, won the 1992 Tony Award, the 1993 Olivier Award and the 1994 Dora Award for Best Musical.
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