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Kate Strmiska, left, and Shirley Volek, right, help prepare poppyseed kolaches during the annual Kolache Bake at Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church November 19. Now in its 60th year, church members prepared 350 dozen kolaches, some of the helpers beginning as early as 4 a.m. that morning. Types of kolaches made included prune, apricot, cream cheese, pineapple and poppyseed. (Photos by Andy Sharp)

Kate Strmiska, left, and Shirley Volek, right, help prepare poppyseed kolaches during the annual Kolache Bake at Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church November 19. Now in its 60th year, church members prepared 350 dozen kolaches, some of the helpers beginning as early as 4 a.m. that morning. Types of kolaches made included prune, apricot, cream cheese, pineapple and poppyseed. (Photos by Andy Sharp)

Photos: A sweet tradition in Granger

The annual Kolache Bake at Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church in Granger was held November 19. Now in its 60th year, church members prepared 350 dozen kolaches, some of the helpers beginning as early as 4 a.m. that morning.
The M.B. Lockett building, at Seventh Street and Austin Avenue, in the early-evening light November 11, one week ahead of the holiday lighting of the Square. (Photo by Andy Sharp)

The M.B. Lockett building, at Seventh Street and Austin Avenue, in the early-evening light November 11, one week ahead of the holiday lighting of the Square. (Photo by Andy Sharp)

Photo: A good night over Goodfolks

The M.B. Lockett building, at Seventh Street and Austin Avenue, in the early-evening light November 11, one week ahead of the holiday lighting of the Square.
Laurell Brown, Linda Thomas, Karen Rayburn, Joyce Davis, Marilyn Peters and Liz Weaver were some of the members of Georgetown’s Chapter JK of Philanthropic Educational Organization International.

Laurell Brown, Linda Thomas, Karen Rayburn, Joyce Davis, Marilyn Peters and Liz Weaver were some of the members of Georgetown’s Chapter JK of Philanthropic Educational Organization International.

PEO members host fundraising trip to Houston International Quilt Show

About 100 Georgetown women who are members of Chapter JK of Philanthropic Educational Organization International, or PEO, recently hosted a fundraiser by attending the International Quilt Festival in Houston. The fundraiser was the first for the chapter members.

Jarrell ISD welding students earn recognitions, scholarships

Several Jarrell ISD students earned recognition in the Texas High School Welding Series welding contest November 14 at Texas State University Students earning scholarships and certifications were Ty Chase, Tucker Adkins, Esteban Cruz, Jayden Santos, Raya Rabold, Lilliona Kirby and Christopher...
JACKSON ZANE

JACKSON ZANE

GISD names Jack Frost Citizens for November

Georgetown ISD trustees November 14 recognized three high school seniors as Jack Frost Citizens of the Month. The award is given monthly to outstanding students who demonstrate service, leadership and scholarship.
COURTESY THE WORSHIP PLACE Volunteers with The Worship Place sit after packing a truck with donations November 17.

COURTESY THE WORSHIP PLACE Volunteers with The Worship Place sit after packing a truck with donations November 17.

The Worship Place gives back

Members of The Worship Place this year have collected and packed more than 1,300 shoeboxes for Samaritan’s Purse’s Operation Christmas Child program. The program collects shoeboxes filled with gifts such as toys, school supplies and hygiene items for children in need across the world.

Georgetown offers free meal on Thanksgiving

The City of Georgetown will serve a free sit-down meal on a first-come, first-served basis Thursday, November 24. Georgetown’s Community Thanksgiving will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Georgetown Community Center, 445 East Morrow Street, in San Gabriel Park.
Stephen Quinn as Jim Hardy, Suzanne Orzech, back center, as Louise Badger, and Mariana Garcia playing Linda Mason in Holiday Inn, playing at the Georgetown Palace through December 30. See more on Page 11. ANDY SHARP

Stephen Quinn as Jim Hardy, Suzanne Orzech, back center, as Louise Badger, and Mariana Garcia playing Linda Mason in Holiday Inn, playing at the Georgetown Palace through December 30. See more on Page 11. ANDY SHARP

Enjoy the holidays in Georgetown

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.