Events

Santa Claus arrives at the San Gabriel Community Center for Breakfast With Santa on Saturday, December 23, 2023. Attendees were treated to pancakes, breakfast sausage and orange juice. Children had their photos taken with Santa.

Santa Claus arrives at the San Gabriel Community Center for Breakfast With Santa on Saturday, December 23, 2023. Attendees were treated to pancakes, breakfast sausage and orange juice. Children had their photos taken with Santa.

Breakfast with Santa

Andy Sharp
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
Contact the Sun for high-quality photo reprints at ads@wilcosun.com or call 512-930-4824. Proceeds from the event help families and children during the holiday season.
Police Chief Cory Tchida shows his appreciation to volunteer helper Anthony Gomez, 11, during the Georgetown Police Department's Blue Santa distribution, held Saturday, December 16, 2023 at the Georgetown Public Safety Headquarters.

Police Chief Cory Tchida shows his appreciation to volunteer helper Anthony Gomez, 11, during the Georgetown Police Department's Blue Santa distribution, held Saturday, December 16, 2023 at the Georgetown Public Safety Headquarters.

Blue Santa Brings Smiles

Andy Sharp
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Contact the Sun for high-quality photo reprints at ads@wilcosun.com or call 512-930-4824. This year 2300 children, over 600 pre-qualified families were served gift boxes.  Since 2005 the Blue Santa program has been coordinated by members of the Georgetown Citizen Police Academy.
7-year-old Levi Lutz was a shepherd during the Immanuel Lutheran Church Pilgrimage to Bethlehem, the church's Live Nativity, on Saturday, December 9, 2023.

7-year-old Levi Lutz was a shepherd during the Immanuel Lutheran Church Pilgrimage to Bethlehem, the church's Live Nativity, on Saturday, December 9, 2023.

Immanuel Lutheran Church hosts Pilgrimage to Bethlehem

Andy Sharp
Thursday, December 14, 2023
Contact the Sun for high-quality photo reprints at ads@wilcosun.com or call 512-930-4824. Held at Immanuel Lutheran,  the production includes members from several area churches.  A second Pilgrimage to Bethlehem was held Sunday evening.
Rev. Dr. Ronald Swain, the school's chaplain, leads a recessional through the aisles during Southwestern University's Candlelight Service at Lois Perkins Chapel on Thursday, December 7, 2023. Attendees gathered outside the chapel, singing "Silent Night" to conclude the service.

Rev. Dr. Ronald Swain, the school's chaplain, leads a recessional through the aisles during Southwestern University's Candlelight Service at Lois Perkins Chapel on Thursday, December 7, 2023. Attendees gathered outside the chapel, singing "Silent Night" to conclude the service.

Southwestern University Lights the Way

Andy Sharp
Thursday, December 14, 2023
Contact the Sun for high-quality photo reprints at ads@wilcosun.com or call 512-930-4824. The service began in 1915, then called the Christmas Carol Service.  Two services were held this evening.
16-year-old Jordan Westhoff, a Liberty Hill 4-H Club member, works with her cow named Shady on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 during the Williamson County Livestock Show being held at the Williamson County Expo Center. Heifers and steers were being judged on Thursday, plus poultry entries.

16-year-old Jordan Westhoff, a Liberty Hill 4-H Club member, works with her cow named Shady on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 during the Williamson County Livestock Show being held at the Williamson County Expo Center. Heifers and steers were being judged on Thursday, plus poultry entries.

Steering in the Right Direction

Andy Sharp
Thursday, December 7, 2023
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Calvin Hill, 4, enjoys festivities with his mom Kate Hill along Austin Avenue as they wait for the parade to begin.

Calvin Hill, 4, enjoys festivities with his mom Kate Hill along Austin Avenue as they wait for the parade to begin.

42nd Annual Christmas Stroll Festival

Andy Sharp
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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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

Andy Sharp
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
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Event guide: Enjoy the holidays in Williamson County

News Staff
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
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.

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Riverbank cleanup coming to Rivery Park

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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

Andy Sharp
Thursday, November 9, 2023
Contact the Sun for high-quality photo reprints at ads@wilcosun.com or call 512-930-4824. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Georgetown, the Field of Honor's 1400 flags will be in place from November 4-12.
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