This list is not comprehensive. Events are subject to change.
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The Pulitzer Prize-winning play tells the story of Troy Maxson, a working-class Black man struggling to provide for his family. Directed by Jeremy Rashad Brown, audience members will learn about Maxson’s past which includes a prison sentence and a promising career with the Negro Baseball League, but as he realizes his dream to play for Major League Baseball he is filled with regret and resentment.
- Feb. 14-March 16, showtimes vary
- $18 (child), $34 (military, senior, student), $36 (adult)
- Palace Playhouse, 216 W. Eighth St., Georgetown
- www.georgetownpalace.com
Community members are invited to celebrate Georgetown author Clementine Msengi after recently publishing her memoir highlighting her escape from Tutsi genocide. Attendees can expect Msengi to share readings from her memoir and the trailer for “Spared,” a documentary following Msengi’s return to Rwanda. a drum circle demonstration and a traditional dance.
- March 4, 7-9 p.m.
- Free
- Lark and Owl Booksellers, 205 Sixth St., Ste. 101, Georgetown
- www.larkandowlbooksellers.com
Attendees can witness how abstract concepts such as mathematics, climate change and freedom can be made more tangible through visual media. Featured speakers work with various items including metal, wood, crochet, filmmaking and animation.
- March 4-6
- Free
- Southwestern University, Alma Thomas Fine Arts Center, 1001 E. University Ave., Georgetown
- www.southwestern.edu/academics/brown-symposium/schedule
The collaborative event with 2020 Market Scratch Kitchen & Bar will include carnival games, food and live music performed by Robert Wagner. The event will benefit Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center, whose mission is to provide hope, healing and justice for families impacted by abuse, violence and exploitation.
- March 5, 5-8 p.m.
- Free
- The Summit at Rivery Park, 1500 Rivery Blvd., Georgetown
- Facebook: Amplify Kick-Off Party
Georgetown residents can learn about water conservation and native landscaping by exploring interactive exhibits, hearing from field experts, witnessing live demonstrations from utility staff and learning about ways to conserve water in their homes.
- March 8, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Free
- Georgetown Community Center, 445 E. Morrow St., Georgetown
- www.georgetowntexas.gov/utilities/water
Adults with disabilities are welcome to enjoy a night of dancing, a photo booth and giveaways at this Georgetown Parks and Recreation event. A cash-only concession stand will be available and a family member or caregiver must be present at all times.
- March 14, 7-9 p.m.
- Free
- Georgetown Community Center, 445 E. Morrow St., Georgetown
- www.georgetowntexas.gov/parks/special_events
From photo walks and educational classes to guest speakers, attendees can spend a day enjoying photography with featured photographers from Texas Highways Magazine. The event will be hosted by The Williamson Museum and former White House Presidential Photographer David Valdez.
- March 15, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Free (admission), $35 (specialized workshops)
- The Williamson Museum, 716 S. Austin Ave., Georgetown
- www.thetexasphotographyfestival.com
Community members can embrace the holiday by shopping from local vendors selling a range of products from jewelry and clothing to baked goods and decor.
- March 16, noon-5 p.m.
- Free
- Georgetown Sheraton Hotel, 101 Woodlawn Ave., Georgetown
- Facebook: Georgetown St. Patrick’s Day Market
Indian-American artist Neena Buxani’s collection explores the nontraditional ways of expressing the beauty of nature using color, texture, abstraction and realism in paintings. There will be an opening reception for the collection on March 22 from 4-6 p.m. and an artist talk on March 23 at 2 p.m.
- March 21-April 19, hours vary
- Free
- Georgetown Art Center, 816 S. Main St., Georgetown
- https://visit.georgetown.org/georgetown_art_center
Ride On Center for Kids will host its annual fundraiser with the theme Let Freedom Ring. Community members are encouraged to celebrate the nonprofit’s 20th anniversary of serving veterans and its continued mission to improve life skills and independence in partnership with horses.
- March 29, 4:30 p.m.
- $300 per ticket, $3,500-plus (table or event sponsorship)
- Ride On Center for Kids, 2050 Rockride Lane, Georgetown
- www.rockride.org/event/19th-annual-barn-dance
An experienced professional will teach children ages 4-16 about reptile identification and snake safety by showcasing nonvenomous, live snakes from Texas and presenting a slideshow. Advanced registration is required.
- March 29, 9-10:30 a.m.
- $20 (resident), $30 (nonresident)
- Garey Park, 6450 RM 2243, Georgetown
- https://bit.ly/3CHPrhy
The Williamson County chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas will help attendees find the perfect plant from their locally grown native Texas selection.
- March 29, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Free
- Southwest Williamson County Regional Park, 3005 CR 175, Leander
- www.npsotwilco.org
