Here are 6 things to do in Georgetown this weekend:
Second Saturday Market Days feature vendors and live music on the Square.[/caption]First Friday & Second Saturday
Oct. 7 & 8
This Friday is the first Friday of October, and that means merchants on the Square will be open late. Participants can enjoy shopping, restaurants and live music.
On Saturday during Market Days booths featuring jewelry, food, and arts and crafts will be set up on the Square as well as live music.
7-9 p.m. (First Friday), 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (Second Saturday). Free to attend. The Georgetown Square. 512-868-8675. www.thegeorgetownsquare.com
Fountainwood Observatory will host its second public night of the year Oct. 8.[/caption]Fountainwood Observatory public night
Oct. 8
Located on the edge of Southwestern University’s campus, Fountainwood Observatory is hosting its second public night of the year. The event features yoga under the stars, led by Moksha Yoga. Participants can observe the moon and other objects through telescopes and learn about astronomy from staff.
8-10:30 p.m. Free (observatory), donations recommended (yoga). 512-863-1242 www.southwestern.edu/offices/observatory
Wolf Ranch Farmers Market
Oct. 8
Every Saturday, the farmers market is set up at the Wolf Ranch Town Center. Shoppers can browse fall vegetables, soups and more seasonal items from area vendors. A family pumpkin patch, including miniature pumpkins, will also be featured this week.
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free to attend. Wolf Ranch Town Center, 1015 W. University Ave., Georgetown. www.wolfranchfarmersmarket.com
San Gabriel Presbyterian Church will have its pumpkin patch open until Oct. 31.[/caption]Pumpkin patch
Oct. 10
San Gabriel Presbyterian Church is hosting a family fun day on Columbus Day. The event features hayrides, face painting and pumpkins from the Navajo Reservation. Proceeds from pumpkin sales benefit Navajo Nation, Boy Scouts and SGPC Family Outreach. The pumpkin patch is open until Oct. 31.
The church will host a free toy swap and shop on Nov. 11 as well. Customers can bring gently used toys to donate.
10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Prices vary. San Gabriel Presbyterian Church, 5404 Williams Drive, Georgetown. 512-868-0902. www.sgpcgeorgetown.org
WORTH THE TRIP
A Flood of Hope
Oct. 10
If you’re looking to head a little bit outside of town on Sunday, the Texas Beer Company and Curbside Coffee in Taylor are hosting an event to raise awareness and support of the 16 homes in Taylor affected by the 2015 Memorial Day Floods. The event features live music, food, prizes and auctions. Donations are being accepted online or by mail.
4-6 p.m. Free to attend, donations recommended. McCrory Timmerman Building, 201 N. Main St., Taylor. 512-293-7687. See the Facebook event for more information.
