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BY DACIA GARCIA
mathematics, climate change and freedom can be made more tangible through visual media. • March 4-6, session times vary • Free • Southwestern University, Alma Thomas Fine Arts Center, 1001 E. University Ave., Georgetown • www.southwestern.edu/academics/brown- symposium/schedule Kitchen & Bar will include carnival games, food and live music by Robert Wagner. The event will benefit the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center. • March 5, 5-8 p.m. • Free • The Summit at Rivery Park, 1500 Rivery Blvd., Georgetown • Facebook: Amplify Kick-Off Party Amplify Kick-Off Party The collaborative event with 2020 Market Scratch Water Conservation Expo 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
• March 16, noon-5 p.m. • Free • Georgetown Sheraton Hotel, 101 Woodlawn Ave., Georgetown • Facebook: Texas Shoppers Market Where Real Meets the Imagined 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
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‘Fences’ The Pulitzer Prize-winning play tells the story of Troy Maxson, a working-class Black man struggling to provide for his family. • Feb. 14-March 16, showtimes vary • $18 (child), $34 (military, senior, student), $36 (adult) • Palace Playhouse, 216 W. Eighth St., Georgetown • www.georgetownpalace.com
Spring Fling Adults with disabilities are invited to enjoy a night of dancing, with a photo booth and giveaways. A 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 The Texas Photography Festival The event will feature photo walks, educational classes and guest speakers from Texas Highways Magazine. It is 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 St. Patrick’s Day Market 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.
artist talk on March 23 at 2 p.m. • March 21-April 19, hours vary • Free
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‘Spared:’ Documentary Trailer Reveal Party and Fundraiser Georgetown author Clementine Msengi will read excerpts from her new memoir, which highlights her escape from Tutsi genocide. • March 4, 7-9 p.m. • Free • Lark and Owl Booksellers, 205 Sixth St., Ste. 101, Georgetown • www.larkandowlbooksellers.com The Brown Symposium: Visualizing the Abstract Attendees can witness how abstract concepts such as
• Georgetown Art Center, 816 S. Main St., Georgetown • https://visit.georgetown.org/georgetown_art_center
Sssuper Snakes An experienced professional will teach children about reptile identification and snake safety by showcasing nonvenomous, live snakes from Texas and presenting a slideshow. • March 29, 9-10:30 a.m. • $20 (resident), $30 (nonresident) • Garey Park, 6450 RM 2243, Georgetown • www.georgetowntexas.gov/parks
19th annual Barn Dance 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 • Ride On Center for Kids, 2050 Rockride Lane, Georgetown • www.rockride.org/event/19th-annual-barn-dance
Spring Plant Sale 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
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