Arts
Ellen Greeney
City Arts Center in Round Rock is calling for art to display in a visual exhibit themed “Blossoms and Beyond: A virtual flower and garden show.
Friday, May 2, 2025
Georgetown art programs receive state grant funds
Ellen Greeney
The Texas Commission on the Arts awarded three grants totaling over $50,000 in support of Georgetown’s art programs that will occur from September 1, 2024 to August 31, 2025:$2,500 to Central Texas Philharmonic “to support a performance of Handel’s Messiah in collaboration with choral group...
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
Adults hone artistic skills this summer
Kaitlyn Wilkes
A series of summer workshops hosted by the Georgetown Arts and Culture Program will be offered at the Georgetown Art Center between July 21 and August 11. There are four different classes geared toward those ages 18 and older. Classes range from $75 to $120 per session.
Monday, July 1, 2024
Holly Glenn’s artwork will be on display at Truewood Gallery’s opening reception on June 6 for the “Joys of Summer” exhibit.
David Valdez presents at the WCAG meeting
Ellen Greeney
The Williamson County Art Guild is hosting an artist reception at 708 South Rock Street from 5-7 p.m., June 7. New and unique art created by local artists will be center stage along with refreshments and live music. WCAG typically hosts receptions on the first Friday of each month.
Sunday, June 2, 2024
From left, Bach Festival Executive Director Mark Humphrey, First United Methodist Church Music Director Marc Profant and Barry Williamson, Texas Bach Festival founder, at the festival’s new home inside First United Methodist Church. Photo by Katherine Anthony
2024 Texas Bach Festival moving to First United Methodist Church
Katherine Hamilton
The Texas Bach Festival — on its way to becoming a Georgetown musical institution — will settle into a new home in its 2024 season, First United Methodist Church.
This year is also FUMC’s 175th anniversary in Georgetown.
Friday, April 26, 2024
Peruse local art creations at the Georgetown Art Stroll
Kaitlyn Wilkes
The Georgetown Art Stroll downtown takes place April 18 from 4-8 p.m., giving patrons the chance to explore artist demonstrations, live music, performances and art shopping at Grace Plaza and around other places downtown.
Monday, April 8, 2024
Texas-themed sand sculpture was the featured piece at the 2023 Liberty Hill Sculpture Festival. The structure used 20 tons of sand and took five days to complete. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.
Liberty Hill honors ‘hometown heroes’ at festival
Nalani Nuylan
The Liberty Hill Sculpture Festival honored local businesses during its 2023 Sculpture Festival Saturday, October 21, at Lions Foundation Park.
The festival takes place every October to celebrate the history of the Sculpture Park.
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Art Scapres: Art Hop this weekend, Brown bag luncheon features Texas Commission on the Arts speaker
Ellen Greeney
Art Hop XVI happening at Georgetown Library, Art Center
From Friday, October 6, to Saturday, November 4, Art Hop XVI will be in full swing at both the Georgetown Art Center and the Georgetown Public Library.
Thursday, October 5, 2023
Arts and Culture Program to expand into Georgetown Art Center
Kaitlyn Wilkes
As Georgetown continues to expand its public art offerings and programs, the Georgetown Arts and Culture Program is looking to move more of its programming and operations into the Georgetown Art Center space on the Square.
Thursday, August 31, 2023
Art Scapes: “Alchemy” by Michelle Stroescu finds a home at Georgetown City Hall
Ellen Greeney
Michelle Stroescu has created “Alchemy” and it is on display at the Georgetown City Hall through the end of June. Born and raised in North Carolina and Tennessee, she calls Texas and Georgetown home.
Sunday, May 7, 2023