Art Scapes: Carolyn Todd explains encaustic painting at upcoming Art Guild meeting

Encaustic art is also known as encaustic painting. This technique involves heated beeswax mixed with colored pigments to create vibrant artworks. Learn more about this technique, history and see examples at the Williamson County Art Guild meeting on January 6 starting at 6:15 p.m.

Jazz in Georgetown concerts set for 2026

Austin Jazz Society set its schedule of Georgetown shows for the coming year.The Jazz in Georgetown series will include 10 concerts, held at First Presbyterian Church of Georgetown, 703 South Church Street, on Sunday afternoons from 2-3:30 p.m.

Guitar Society to host Jeremy Waldrip program January 11

The Wilco Guitar Society will present Jeremy Waldrip as the featured artist in its Emerging Artist Series, January 11, 4 p.m. at the Grace Heritage Center, 817 South Main Street.Mr.

Strings & Things: The new year continues to bring live music to Wilco

Williamson County is home to a multitude of live music genres from rock and country to classical and symphonic. Come and enjoy the tunes, rhythms and sounds of local talent during this holiday season as the new year begins.December 313 p.m.

Art Scapes: Georgetown Arts and Culture grants deadline approaching

The Georgetown Arts and Culture Program distributes grants twice a year for art, music, theatre, dance, literary and cultural heritage events and programs taking place in Georgetown.

Of the Faith: Caroling on the Square or in a brewery, and a live nativity scene on the church lawn

Over 100 houses of worship in Williamson County are celebrating this season with music, quiet reflections and candles. Find your place during the holidays and enjoy the various events, special worship services, caroling and a live nativity scene on the church lawn. This is not a comprehensive list.

Roundabout: Event listings for December 14, 2025

The Nutcracker in AustinOne of Austin’s favorite holiday traditions — Ballet Austin’s The Nutcracker — is back for the winter. The curtain rises at the Long Center December 5 and will run through December 23 for its 63rd annual run. Visit https://balletaustin.org for tickets and schedules.

Strings & Things: Ricky Montijo brings soul, rock, pop, Latin and Reggae

Ricky Montijo performs his unique soul, rock, pop, latin and Reggae one-man band show at Wildflower Corks and Brews in Taylor on December 13. This cozy wine and beer bar is located in a beautifully restored 1912 building in downtown Taylor with both indoor and outdoor seating.

BiblioFiles: Another art-filled year at the Georgetown Public Library on the way

Every spring, the Georgetown Public Library hosts an open call during which artists and organizations are encouraged to submit their proposals for next year’s exhibits. There are three exhibit spaces in the Library, the Café Gallery downstairs and the Hall and Bridge Galleries upstairs.

Of the Faith: Nativity Open House features unique international scenes

Enjoy musical extravaganzas and special worship services at one of Williamson County’s many houses of worship.First United Methodist Church at 410 East University Avenue in Georgetown offers two events to brighten your holiday experience. The Nativity Open House is 9 a.m. until 6 p.m.