Jan. 14, 2025
City to begin site prep on public restroom in Central Park
Darren Dunn
(Seguin) -- The city of Seguin is moving forward with its plans to install a public restroom facility in Central Park. The Seguin City Council recently approved the purchase of the structure that will house the restrooms. In preparation for that installation, the council last week hired a local contractor to handle the site prep work inside the park.
Kyle Kramm, Main Street and CVB Director, says the public restrooms in downtown Seguin have been needed for a long time. He says they are excited about the upcoming installation.
“At the December 3rd, 2024 City Council meeting, we awarded a contract to Restroom Facilities Limited to actually purchase the building that would be the downtown restrooms. And so, we are continuing that process of getting things ready for that site when the restrooms come in,” said Kramm.
The city is eager to get the restrooms installed, but Kramm says the site prep
needs to take place first.
“These are things like the ADA access, the site permit, grading the site, as well as compacting the soil for the building when it comes, and lots of other items that will be required for the site,” said Kramm.
The city is hiring Sullivan Contracting Services to handle all the site work that needs to be done, so that the restrooms can be installed.
“We received a quote from Sullivan Contracting Services, a Choice Partners Purchasing Cooperative member, for $136,809.57. This project did come in a little over what we had anticipated, so we already approved...a budget adjustment using ARPA funds to make up that difference of about $70,000,” said Kramm.
Accessible and clean public restrooms have been on a wish-list of items for downtown Seguin for decades. Kramm says the current public restrooms in the downtown area are limited.
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MLK Banquet tickets on sale now
(Seguin) -- Three well-known leaders from across the area will take to the stage at this year’s MLK Banquet in Seguin. The banquet is the only paid event during the five-day celebration of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The fund-raising event begins at 5:30 p.m. Saturday in the Seguin Coliseum, with a social time slated for 4 p.m.
MLK Planning Committee Member Regina Lee says they have a solid line-up of speakers for this year’s event. Guest speakers include Katie Cunningham, Cibolo City Councilwoman; George Green, former New Braunfels City Councilman; and Michael Hart, Pastor of Spirit Filled Family Church in Schertz.
Lee says each speaker will bring a special message to those who attend the banquet.
“Every year, we try to do a little something new. This year, we’re going to speak on hope, love and unity, and we have three guest speakers doing that. They will not speak for 30 minutes each, I promise,” said Lee.
The Seguin MLK Day Planning Committee boasts one of the largest MLK celebrations in the state. This year, Lee says they made an effort to invite more people from outside of Seguin to the event, especially those from other parts of Guadalupe County.
“So, we are trying to not only do the city now, but we’re also trying to encompass the county and we even stole out of the next county, and we just borrowed George Green for the night,” said Lee.
Committee members are encouraging people
to take note of the start times. They say that the banquet actually begins at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday in the Coliseum, but they will open the doors as early as 4 p.m. for people to socialize. Cheese and crackers will be served during the social hour, with dinner served once the banquet starts.
Tickets for the MLK Banquet are $50 each and that includes a full meal during the event. Lee says its a reasonable price to pay when you consider the quality of this year’s line-up of speakers. Tickets can be purchased online at https://tinyurl.com/mwsmm9ed.
All other MLK events are free. The nearly week long celebration begins on Thursday with a church service at 7 p.m. Thursday at Second Baptist Church. The church service is sponsored by the Baptist Minister’s Union. Friday’s schedule includes the Segin ISD’s Musical Showcase in the Seguin High School Performing Arts Center, and the Black Entreprenuer’s Network in Tschoepe Hall at Texas Lutheran University. Both events begin at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. In addition to the banquet, Saturday’s schedule also includes “Story Time” at Pecan Town Books & Brews, starting at 10 a.m. A Gospel Fest, featuring the Seguin Community Choir and others, will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday in TLU’s Wupperman Little Theater. The festivities end with the annual MLK Day Freedom March. The march begins at 10 a.m. along Prexy Drive at TLU. The march will travel down West Court Street down to Central Park for the start of the MLK Day Program.
Sunrise Rotary preparing for Pre-Super Bowl Bash
(Seguin) -- The Seguin Sunrise Rotary Club wants you to save the date for its big Pre-Super Bowl Bash. The event is the club’s big fundraiser, and it’s slated for Saturday, February 8th at the Big Red Barn.
Rotarian Heather Felty says it’s had a few different names, but one thing remains the same -- it will be a great night that you don’t want to miss.
“We have rotated through fundraisers. Last year, I think we pretty much found a hit. We had such a great time, and around this pre-Super Bowl time kind of give it a nice little buzz and fun time for gaming. We had laughs, raffles, game-game-games, amazing
food, and fun times. All to support scholarships in the Seguin and Navarro area,” said Felty.
Tickets and table sponsorships are currently available via the Sunrise Rotary Club’s Facebook page, or you can call Rotarian Dennis Clarkson at 210-834-1240.
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The new restroom facility will be located at the northeast corner of Central Park, which should keep it from interfering with the flow of special events that are held in the park.
The restrooms will be ADA-
compliant and will include several features aimed at enhancing accessibility and convenience for visitors. These include stainless steel fixtures, baby-changing and adult-changing stations, and a high-tech operating system that will help to maintain and secure the restrooms.
The restroom facility will have a brick veneer to match the architectural style of downtown Seguin. The design will feature a flat roof with a cornice and an awning over the restroom entrances, in an attempt to also match the characteristics of many of buildings in the downtown area.
Darren Dunn
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Bulldogs Knock Off No. 24/25 Colorado College to Continue Best Start in Program’s NCAA History
SEGUIN, Texas -- The Texas Lutheran women’s basketball team (10-2, 4-0 SCAC) never trailed and held on down the stretch to upset No. 24/25 Colorado College (11-2, 3-1 SCAC) 76-65 Sunday afternoon. It is the first ranked win at Texas Lutheran for head coach Troy Patterson and the first ranked win for Texas Lutheran since defeating 12th-ranked Trinity in 2017.
The 10-2 start is the best in the program’s NCAA history as the Bulldogs begin SCAC play 4-0 for the first time since 2019. Also with the win, head coach Troy Patterson became the fastest coach to 60 wins in program history, surpassing Lana Urbanek and Mel Dixon.
Four Bulldogs scored in double figures in the ranked eleven-point win, led by 19 points from Lauren Sansano (San Antonio/FEAST) on five made field goal attempts and shooting 8-of-10 from the line. Sansano would add four rebounds and four steals in addition to dishing out a career-high seven assists.
Angelina Sotelo (San Marcos/San Marcos) finished with 15 points and matched her career-high with six assists. Elexis Morado (Kingsville/Santa Gertrudis Academy) and Sarahi Jones (Los Fresnos/
Los Fresnos) finished with 12 points each with the 12 point total being a new career-high for Morado while Jones would grab a team-high nine rebounds.
The Bulldogs started fast, jumping out to an early 13-4 advantage behind tough defense and efficient offense. Texas Lutheran converted on four of its first six attempts of the afternoon. The Bulldogs led by as many as ten in the opening frame, and they took a 2012 edge into the second period, aided by eight points from Sarahi Jones.
The Tigers offense came alive in the second quarter but the Bulldogs offense was able to keep the Tigers at-bay, outscoring them 19-17 in the period. Lauren Sansano took over in the second quarter scoring nine of the Bulldogs 19 points in the quarter as the Bulldogs were able to stretch their lead to as many as 15 points and carry a ten point, 39-29, lead into halftime.
TLU kept their foot on the gas in the third quarter, outscoring Colorado College 17-15 to take a 12 point lead into the fourth. After a quiet first half, Kailee Mulkey (New Braunfels/New Braunfels) led the Bulldogs in the third with five of her seven points on the afternoon. The Bulldogs largest lead of the day
would come in the period leading the Tigers by 18 points before a combination of free throws and three pointers whittled the TLU lead down to 12.
Although Colorado College outscored Texas Lutheran in the final quarter of play, the Bulldogs still cemented the double-digit win. Texas Lutheran would only turn the ball over six times on Sunday while forcing 18 Colorado College turnovers. The Bulldogs would also shoot 87.5 percent from the line (14-16). The wireto-wire win is their third in their last four games.
The Bulldogs will look to keep the momentum going as they begin a four game road trip starting on Friday, Jan. 17, with a trip to Clarksville, Arkansas, to face the University of the Ozarks Eagles. Tip-off is set for 5:30 PM. All streaming and live stats links will be available on tlubulldogs.com.
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Harwell
Suzanne (Sue) Blessing Harwell, age 88 of Seguin, passed away on January 9, 2025.
Suzanne was born in Niagra Falls, New York on January 16, 1936 to Alfreda Mae (Baum) and Paul Christopher Blessing.
Sue was 1954 graduate of LaSalle High School in Niagra Falls, New York. She attended the University of Buffalo in Buffalo, New York. She then was employed at Bell Aircraft Corporation in Buffalo, New York as a technical designer and produced drawings for the X1 Missile Handbook.
She moved to Corpus Christi, Texas in 1968, with her then United States Navy husband and three children. After their divorce, she and the children remained in Corpus Christi. There, she met her husband-to-be, Chunkie. They married in 1975 and spent many happy years together. They moved to Seguin in 2005 and were members of Faith Lutheran Church.
She was a proud member of the Texas Society of Sculptures. She sculpted a life size Prisoner of War to display in Sherrill Park in Corpus Christi, Texas in 1972. Sue also designed stained glass at Olszewski Stained Glass Studio
in Corpus Christi, Texas, making many Stained Glass windows for churches and businesses throughout the Coastal Bend Area. She traveled the State of Texas for many years attending art shows. In addition, Sue will always be remembered for her love of horses.
She is preceded in death by her parents, grandson, Jason Corby, and brother, Frederick P. Blessing and his wife Jean.
Survivors include her loving husband, Loal E. (Chunkie) Harwell; children, Lynn Ellen Corby and husband Kenny, Dianne Levy and husband George, and Brett Andrew Braunschweiger; grandchildren, Liza Wolfe and husband Bryan, Brandy Hammill and husband Andrew, Travis Glass and wife April, Barbara Sullivan, and Amanda Couples; nine great-grandchildren and five step-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews, other loving family members and a host of friends.
Visitation will begin on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 1 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church in Seguin, followed by funeral service at 2 p.m. with the Reverend Daniel Cave officiating. A reception will follow. Private interment will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Guadalupe County Humane Society, P. O. Box 1593-1593. You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
VITAL STATISTICS
Brannies
Catherine “Cathy” Engbrock Brannies was born on November 10, 1940. She went home to Heaven on January 8, 2025 at the age of 84, to join her family and friends who had gone before her.
Cathy was raised in Seguin by her loving parents, Robert Lee “Obie” and Irene “Mimi” Engbrock and enjoyed a wonderful early life with her loving, little sister Sue Ann. She attended St. James school grades 1 - 8 where she developed a life long love for books, and went on to spend a wonderful life of “escape” into thousands of books.
She graduated from Seguin High School in 1958 and obtained her Registered Nursing Diploma from Seton Nursing School in Austin and then she spent a lifetime caring for others. She started her career as a surgical nurse at M.D. Anderson in Houston before returning to Seguin where she worked for a short time at Guadalupe Valley Hospital. She then went on to work at The Medical Center for a group of physicians for 20 years, and then for the next 20 years she was the Nurse at Seguin High School where she not only cared for the students, but also the staff.
After her retirement, Cathy enjoyed traveling with her Supper Club, who were lifelong friends. Along with the Heinemeyer’s, Vetter’s, Ellis’s, and See’s she enjoyed many vacations to beautiful Caribbean Islands. With her friend, Marge Squires, she went on trips all over the world, including Alaska, Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and the Great Wall of China. She also enjoyed the simple family trips to Rockport. For the last few years when Cathy couldn’t leave home, her lifelong friend Judy Johnson Hyatt and a new friend Mickey Peoples, visited regularly and brought her much joy.
Cathy was a kind and compassionate nurse and friend who went out of her way to lend a helping hand to those in need. “Sweet” was the most often used word to describe her. She was a lifelong member of St. James Catholic Church as well as a proud alum and supporter of St. James School. She was also an active member in the Service Organization, Beta Sigma Phi.
SawyerSGM Frank Charles Sawyer, Jr., USA (ret), age 88 of Seguin, TX, passed away on December 25, 2024. Frank was born on August 26, 1936 in Willimantic, Connecticut to Marie Luciene (Pepin) and Frank C. Sawyer, Sr.
Frank graduated from Windham High School in 1954. He served in the United States Army for 24 years with a rank of SGM. His military awards were the Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Service Commendation Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and the Armed Forces Expedition Medal.
Frank served in Okinawa Japan, Korea, Italy, New Jersey, Pennsylvania,
Cathy is preceded in death by her parents Robert Lee and Irene Engbrock as well as many aunts and uncles.
Survivors include the Father of her two daughters, Ken Brannies; daughters, Kendra Brannies Gibbs (Jeffrey), and Gina Brannies Moore (Tyler); sister, Sue Ann Engbrock Woytek Balusek; nieces, Margie Woytek Maxwell (Jim), Rebecca Woytek, Jennifer Woytek Nagel (Tom), nephew, Jonathan Woytek (Patricia), as well as numerous great nephews and many cherished friends.
Visitation will begin on Friday, January 17, 2025 at 10 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church followed by the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 10:30 a.m. and the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. with the Reverend Canon Stanislaw Fiuk officiating. A reception will follow in the St. James Parish Hall.
Private interment will be held in the family plot at St. James Catholic Church Cemetery.
The family would like to thank the two most amazing caretakers that have become a part of our family. Mona Pantoja and Sylvia Almaguer cared for our Mother with more love and kindness than you can imagine. Because of these two ladies our Mother’s last several years were filled with happiness and light. Mona and Sylvia called her “Sweet Cathy” and told her she had beautiful sparkling eyes, and they kept a smile on her face to the very end.
The family would also like to thank GRMC Hospice including Dr. Charles Nolan and his assistant Kay Lynn Hawkins, hospice nurses Cat Smith, Linda Hall and Sara Vogel, Social Worker Carmen Anderson, and Chaplain Emmanuel Carpenter for their excellent care and support.
The family would also like to thank Maritza Miller, the Eucharistic Minister from St. James for bringing weekly communion, but also for bringing so much laughter, joy and friendship into Cathy’s life.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to St. James Catholic School, 507 S. Camp St., Seguin, Texas, 78155, the Muscular Dystrophy Association, WEB PO Box 7410354, Chicago, IL 60674-0354 or Guadalupe Regional Medical Center Hospice Services, 1215 E. Court St., Seguin, Texas, 78155.
You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
Virginia, Washington D.C., and Texas.
Frank is preceded in death by his loving wife of 53 years, Gaile Mary Sawyer, his parents, and sister Shirley Landon of Chaplin, CT.
Survivors include his son, Nelson Sawyer and his wife Suzanne of Colorado Springs, CO; daughter, Norma Engelmann and husband Douglas of Lufkin, TX; grandchildren, Heidi Engelmann of Seguin, TX, Tiffany Engelmann and husband Fred Booker of San Antonio, TX, Korey Engelmann and wife Kayla of La Vernia, TX, Molly Sawyer, Christopher Sawyer, and Benjamin Sawyer of Colorado Springs, CO and Erin Greszler and husband Brian of the Netherlands; nine great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and other loving family members.
Private graveside services and interment with full military honors will be held at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery at a later date.
You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
Bolin
Amy Katherine Sagebiel Bolin, passed away on December 27, 2024, at the age of 51 in Seguin, Texas. Beautiful Amy was born on April 30, 1973, in Seguin, to parents James E. Sagebiel and Janet Whitmire Sagebiel.
Amy graduated from Rockdale in the summer of 1991 and then went on to Bauder Fashion College in Dallas. Amy started her career with Sally beauty Supply and rose up ranks. She eventually changes gear and went on to help her Husband’s company with a title of CFO at stay-at-Home Domestic Goddess and CFO of Technovation Security Control Systems.
Amy’s true love was taking care of others. In the years 2019, 2020 and 2021, I had the opportunity to watch Amy Nurture and love our Grandkids in the first years of their lives. The joy and love for these kids was so amazing. The bond they had was inseparable. Also, there was not a stray cat or dog in
the neighborhood she would not be fed and loved on. People that knew Amy loved her free spirit, and she was a magnet for people. Whether it was talking about life, love or football, she could hold her own in any conversation.
Amy is survived by her loving husband of 26 years, Michael J. Bolin of Seguin, TX, father James Sagebiel and wife Judy of Seguin, Tx, mother Janet Whitmire Anderson of Austin, TX, her son Dylan Hest and wife Emily of Oklahoma City, OK, her sister Kerry Sagebiel of Houston, TX, and brother James Christopher Sagebiel and wife Elizabeth of Austin TX; nephew Jameson and niece Lilirose Sagebiel. Beloved Stepsons Chandler T. Bolin, Chaaz M. Bolin and wife Jessica, grandkids Beckett Reign and Everett Layne Bolin.
A private service will be held at a later date.
A celebration of life will be held in Rockdale in the Spring of 2025 (date pending). All friends and family are welcome to attend. The coordination will be through Mother (Janet Anderson) and Husband (Michael Bolin).
“We will always carry your memory in our hearts”
You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
L.A. County Residents Urged To Stay Indoors Or Wear Masks
(Los Angeles, CA) -- Los Angeles County residents are being urged to stay indoors as much as possible as several large wildfires continue to burn. Officials with the South Coast Air Quality Management District say, if people must be outside, they should wear a P100 respirator or properly fitting N95 mask. Air quality levels remain in the unhealthy to hazardous range across the region.
Pediatrician Tips For Keeping Kids Warm In Winter
(New York, NY) -- With winter weather ramping up in many parts of the country bringing frigid temps and biting winds, pediatricians are offering tips for keeping the little ones warm. Dressing your child in layers to trap heat and allow flexibility as temperatures change throughout the day is key. Doctors suggest a moisture-wicking fabric as the base layer to keep sweat off kids skin, an insulating material like fleece or wool for the middle, and a waterproof and wind-resistant jacket to protect against the elements. Doctors say keeping those extremities covered with hats, mittens and insulated-waterproof boots, is also essential since children lose heat quickly through their heads, hands and feet.
US Overdose Deaths Outpacing Other Countries
(Undated) -- Overdose deaths in the United States are rapidly outpacing other countries. A new report from the Commonwealth Fund discovered the U.S. has the highest rate of overdoses out of 30 other developed countries like Canada, Scotland, Iceland, Sweden, Japan, and more. The U.S. has 324 overdose deaths per one million people.
Study: Coffee Has Health Benefits, But Only In Morning
(New Orleans, LA) -- A new study suggests there are health benefits to drinking coffee -- but only if you drink it in the morning. Researchers led by a team from Tulane University in New Orleans found that morning coffee drinkers were more than 30-percent less likely to die from heart disease than people who don’t drink coffee. But there was no reduction in risk for people who drank coffee at all hours. The study was published in the European Heart Journal.
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Lunch & Learn
The Young Professionals Seguin Chamber will host their Bi-Monthly Lunch and Learn on January 15th from 11:30 - 1 p.m. at 116 N. Camp St.
First Friday Feast
The Geronimo Lions Club’s First Friday Feast Has been Postponed until February 7th from 5:50PM7:30PM or until they out! Small Business Development Seminar The Seguin Chamber will be hosting their Small Business Seminar featuring Paul Gaytan, at 11:30 a.m. January 22nd at the Windmill Farm Winery. Ticket Price (includes lunch) is $15 and seats are limited.
Analogous Color Theory Workshop
An introduction to analogous color theory using watercolors will be taught at Seguin Art League on January 29 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Students will be painting yellow flowers in a cobalt blue pot in an Impressionism style. 18 and older. Limit of 10 students. $35 with supplies included as needed. For more information call 830-3050472 or come by the gallery at 104 S. Austin.
Guadalupe County Republican Women Meeting
Join the Guadalupe County Republican Women on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at 11:30 AM at the Seguin Silver Center, 510 E. Court Street, Seguin, for their first meeting of the year featuring Luke Macias, a Texas political consultant. Lunch is $15 (reservation required); the program is free. Reserve by contacting Glenda Partain at 830.391.3979 or silvercenter@sbcglobal.net. Visit guadalupe-county-rw.com for details.
Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Women’s Council Lucheon
Join the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Women’s Council Luncheon on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at 11:30 AM at the Seguin Public Library, 313 W. Court St., Seguin, TX. Tickets are $15 (RSVP required). For details, visit the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce website.
February
Regional Job Fair
The Winter 2025 Regional Job Fair will be held on Thursday, February 6, 2025, from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Seguin Coliseum, 950 S. Austin St., Seguin, TX. Open to employers located in New
Braunfels, Seguin, Schertz, and Cibolo. Limited to 60 employers (no staffing agencies). Registration includes coffee, a light breakfast, lunch, and an 8ft table. For more details, contact the event organizers. To Register visit: https://info. seguinedc.com/regionaljobfair-reg-02-06-2025
Seguin Job Shadow Program
The Seguin Job Shadow Program offers high school students real-world experience through hands-on learning with professionals. Open to students from Seguin HS, Marion HS, Navarro HS, and Southwest Preparatory. The program runs on February 5, 11, 19, and 27 from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Contact Jessica Dersen at jdersen@seguintexas.gov to sign up.
Seguin Chamber Membership Luncheon
The Seguin Chamber will host a Membership Luncheon on Wednesday, February 5th. Check in and Networking will be held from 11:30 - 11:45 a.m. the Lunch & Program will follow from 11:45 - 1 p.m. @ the Seguin Coliseum. Cost is $20 for Chamber Members and $25 for future members. All attendees must register.
Pre-Super Bowl Las Vegas Bash
The Seguin Sunrise Rotary will host a Pre-Super Bowl Las Vegas Bash from 6-10 p.m. Saturday, February 8th at The Big Red Barn located at 390 Cordova Rd.
Chamber 2025 Showcase Seguin: Wild West Business Round-Up
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its 2025 Showcase Seguin Wild West Business Round-Up from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Registration is required for all attendees. Register by Friday, Jan. 31 to avoid a $5 entry fee. For more information, call 830-379-6382.
Texas Farm Bureau Food Connection Day
The Texas Farm Bureau will host “Food Connection Day” from 11:30AM - 1PM on February 14th. @ 325 S. Texas HWY 46. Texas Food Connection Day was established to connect farmers with their consumers and spark conversations about agriculture and food-related issues, including affordability, nutrition, animal welfare, profitability, and productivity. For more information, contact
the Guadalupe County Farm Bureau office at 830-37-4456 or stop by the office located at 325 S State HWY 46.
Valentine Cookie Decorating Class
Valentine Cookie Decorating Class will be held February 14 from 5:30 to 6:30 at the Seguin Art League. Want to find something different to do for Valentine’s? How about cookie decorating! This class would be a great start to a date night evening with someone special, a significant other, or even best friend! And, the best part? You’ll have a great time, come away with some delicious cookies decorated by you to enjoy, and decorating skills you can apply for a lifetime! 18 and older; limited to 10 people; $25 single or $40 a couple with supplies included. For more information call 830-305-0472 or come by 104 S. Austin.
Jury Day for the Seguin Art League
Jury Day for the Seguin Art League will be February 15. Artwork should be presented between 10 a.m. and 12 noon. The prospectus is available on the website seguinartleague.com or may be picked up at the gallery at 104 S. Austin. This jury process enables the accepted artist to display in the gallery and serve as a gallery docent. For more information call 830-305-0472.
Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Puttin On the Ritz, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 23 at the Brauntex Theatre in New Braunfels. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony.org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
Brown Cultural Event Series – Elizabeth Smart
The TLU Jessie S. and Jack Harold Upton Brown Cultural Enrichment Fund will present Elizabeth Smart at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 27 at Jackson Auditorium on the campus of Texas Lutheran University. Elizabeth Smart is a victim of one of the most followed child abduction cases of our time and has become a beacon of hope and an advocate for change related to child abduction and recovery programs. Smart, now a bestselling author, will speak about her experience and recovery.
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March
Brown Cultural Event Series – The Second City 65th Anniversary
The TLU Jessie S. and Jack Harold Upton Brown Cultural Enrichment Fund will present The Second City 65th Anniversary Show at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 26 at Jackson Auditorium on the campus of Texas Lutheran University. There will be handpicked songs, sketches, and characters written by Tina Fey, Stephen Colbert, Bill Murray, Keegan Michael Key, Eugene Levy, and other star-studded alumni of The Second City. The show celebrates the comedy troupe’s history with favorite material from their stages over the years.
Swing for Seguin
Join the Leadership Seguin Class of 2025 for the “Swing for Seguin” Golf Fundraising Event on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at The Bandit Golf Course. Registration and breakfast begin at 7:30 AM, with a shotgun start at 8:30 AM. A 4-person team is $500, including range balls, cart rental, 18-hole scramble, breakfast taco, box lunch, drinks, swag, and snacks. Sponsorships are available. Proceeds benefit enhancements to Manuel C. Castilla Park. For more information and to register, visit the Seguin Chamber of Commerce website.
Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Bond and Beyond, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 30 at the New Braunfels Civic and Convention Center in New Braunfels. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony.org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
April
Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Ode to Joy, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 27 at Jackson Auditorium at Texas Lutheran University. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony.org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@ mtsymphony.org.
Ongoing Community Calendar Items
CCSCT Utility Assistance Application for 2024
Applications are available for the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (C.E.A.P.) provided by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs through the CCSCT. The program will help low-income consumers reduce their utility bills. There is also assistance available through the Low Income Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP). For more information visit www.ccsct.org or follow them on the socials at https://linktr.ee/ ccsct_cares.
Heritage Museum Calendars
The Heritage Museum is selling 2024 Then and Now Themed Calendars. There is a limited supply and they are available for purchase at the Heritage Museum, Gift & Gourmet, Pecan Town Books and Brews, Parker’s City Pharmacy, and online at www.heritagemuseum.net. All proceeds benefit Museum projects.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline available 24 hours a day in English and Spanish.
Volunteer Van Drivers Needed
Guadalupe County Veteran Services Office is in great need of volunteer van drivers. Even those who can only commit to one day per month. Volunteers will drive local veterans who have no transportation to their VA medical appointments in San Antonio. To volunteer, call 830-303-4188 ext. 1249.
Precious Life Services
Precious Life Services is accepting new clients who may need help with Anger Management, Parenting Skills, Christian Counseling, Group and Family Therapy, Anxiety and Depression, etc. Appointments are available in-office, by Zoom or Teleconference by calling 830-372-5980.
Free Accredited Adult Homeschool Program
The Life Changing Church is now offering a Free Accredited Homeschool Program for adults wanting to earn their high school diploma. It is a selfpaced, no classes to attend program. You work around your schedule and at the end of the program you will receive an accredited diploma that is acceptable for college. Tutors are available at no charge. Free placement testing, no previous
records required. For more information call or text Crystal at 325-956-1155.
Salvation Army Office
The Seguin Unit Salvation Army office is located at 205 North King Street. The office is open to receive requests for assistance weekly from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Volunteers Needed
The Guadalupe Valley Young Marines need volunteers. They promote a healthy, drug-free program and need males, 19 years and up who would like to see the program grow by contributing time to help future citizens, boys and girls 8 to 18. Positions available include computer input, physical fitness training, planning/logistics, and medical. Contact Dina Dillon at 423-227-9610 or visit www.gvyoungmarines.org.
La Trinidad Blessing Box - Food Pantry
The La Trinidad United Methodist Church invites you to “Take what you need, Bring what you can, and above all be Blessed!” by its Blessing Box Food Pantry located at the corner of the church at 306 E. Gonzales St. in Seguin. The Blessing Box is filled with items to help those in need.
The Country Church Attic
The Country Church Attic is now open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Wednesday and Thursday.
Clothing Ministry
The Refuge III Clothing Ministry continues to give away clothing, some furniture, dishes, and other items at 7535 Elm Creek Road in Seguin. For further information call 830-303-6478.
Free Bible Course
The World Bible School is offering free Bible correspondence courses. Answer questions from the Bible and send in for grading. Visit studygod. info for further information.
To ensure non-profit organization’s meetings and events appear in this calendar, send information to: communitycalendar@kwed1580.com, or drop off the information at the Seguin Daily News/KWED offices located at 609 E. Court St. in Seguin. For best results, submit information at least two weeks prior to the event.
SDN Classifieds
FOR RENT
FOR RENT: 512 E. Ireland - Newly remodeled, 3 bedroom/2 bath home available now. Require 1 year lease, deposit and references from previous landlord(s). $1500 monthly plus $1500 deposit. No pets. Call 830-401-4797, leave message, if no answer.
