SDN: February 6, 2023

Community tax clinic now underway on TLU campus

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) -- TLU students are again making sure tax filers don’t have to go at it alone. Texas Lutheran University has announced the start of its annual community tax clinic available two days each week.

Ashlie Ford, TLU’s director of marketing and communications, says the program is completely run by students in the Master of Accountancy program.

“The IRS’s VITA program which is the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Clinic has operated for more than 50 years and it offers free basic tax return preparation to qualified individuals including people who generally make $57,000 or less, persons with disabilities and limited English-speaking taxpayers.

We see a lot of elderly people in our community utilize this service and it really is a win-win because our students love being a part of this and many of our students have been doing it for several years now. They recognize some of the taxpayers that are returning to receive assistance and we love being able to offer this to the community,” said Ford. Tax clinic, pg. 3

The Seguin Commission on the Arts launches new grant program to support arts and cultural events in the community. Artists, businesses plus non-profits all invited to apply. See story on page 2.

Non-chamber members invited to take a peek into membership benefits

Free Showcase Seguin set for this Thursday at Seguin Coliseum

(Seguin) -- The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce isn’t only encouraging the public to join it for its annual Showcase Seguin event this Thursday at the Seguin Coliseum. It’s also putting out an invitation to all businesses who are not yet members.

This year, the chamber is hosting its Showcase Seguin for free. This will be the first time that the trade show will be free although tickets will still be required to get into the door.

Jenke says the idea of Showcase Seguin is to pair up as many people as possible with local businesses. He says his chamber staff works hard to build their membership and believes that this Thursday’s event is a perfect way for other businesses especially those on the

fence of joining to actually see how it could make a difference in their own operation.

“We’re just busy. This past month, we tied a record that we had from back in the summer with 15 new members so that’s an awesome thing that the ladies are doing, the chamber staff is doing --

making sure that we are out there in the community and talking to those different businesses,” said Jenke.

This year’s Showcase theme is “2023 A Space Odyssey.” Business booths will be decorated and engaging in fun activities that night for three hours. Food, drinks, and door prizes will also be available. Being a member, however, is not all fun and games. Jenke says there’s plenty of rewarding benefits that come from being a member.

“One of the most positive things for being a chamber member is that we advocate for you during those legislative years and this is one of those legislative years and if you went to the chamber luncheon this past week, you got some of the legislative pieces that we are following... Chamber, pg. 3

Seguin Commission on the Arts opens new grant opportunity

(Seguin) -- This year, the Seguin Commission on the Arts is launching its very own grant program to support arts and cultural activities that promote or enhance the arts in Seguin.

Applicants can apply for funding to cover up to 50 percent of their total project cost and the applicant’s match may include cash and in-kind donations of goods and services.

"The Commission's purpose is to support and promote art in our community," said Kelly Follis, Chair of the Seguin Commission on the Arts. "We believe that a grant program is the most effective way to gain a clear understanding of projects in need of support and to most equitably allocate our funds. We look forward to hearing from local artists about how we can assist them in making their dreams a reality for the benefit of our community." Art, pg. 3

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

Special by Blaire Friar, assistant director, Seguin Main Street & CVB

Tax clinic, continued.

Due to COVID, Ford says the students were no longer able to sit down with tax filers. Instead, the campus turned the program into a drive-thru system in the Beck Center parking lot to assist as many community members as possible. Ford says that format turned out be a success and will again be used this year.

“After speaking with Professor Sally Cook who oversees the VITA Tax Clinic, we realized that there are so many students who volunteer for this program as a class that it’s making more sense to have it in the Beck Center parking lot because we get so many people from the community, we have a full class for students and faculty there so this allows everybody to have more room and kind of come on a first come, first serve basis,” said Ford.

Ford says the program continues to grow in popularity and will continue to be provided on a firstcome, first serve basis.

“The drive-thru clinics will be offered through April 15, 2023. They will occur on Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. and again on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Beck Center parking lot. Assistance is going to be provided on a first come, first-serve basis and there are no appointments, and we also would like people to know that there will be no clinics March 11-19 since the campus will be closed for Spring Break. We also want to

Art, continued.

Eligible projects must meet the following criteria:

• Promote the Arts

• Be within the Seguin City limits or extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) of Seguin

• Be publicly viewable

• Be completed by September 15, 2023

A few examples of eligible projects include, but are not limited to, murals and other public art pieces, arts festivals and events, film projects, theatrical productions, and more.

Local businesses, individuals, and non-profits alike are eligible to apply for grant funding so long as their project meets the criteria.

Applicants may not receive funding from any other city board or commission who distributes Hotel Occupancy Tax funds for the project in

remind taxpayers that they need to bring all tax forms, a photo ID, and Social Security cards for everyone on the return including dependents,” said Ford. All VITA volunteers who prepare returns must take and pass tax law training that meets or exceeds IRS standards.

The VITA services are free. The TLU Beck Center is located off Prexy Drive.

Chamber, continued.

their application.

Awardees will receive 80 percent of their grant after the official notification and execution of a grant contract; the final 20 percent will be released after the funded event upon completion of a final report.

Applications for the Seguin Arts and Cultural Grant Program are now open and must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on February 28, 2023. The complete guidelines and application can be found online at www.seguintexas.gov/art.

“and advocating for and help move those bills along and make sure that those elected officials know that those bills are good and beneficial for our area or they may be bills that are beneficial for the region as a whole. So, that’s one of the things that your chamber does, and the other thing is your chamber also makes sure that you get some recognition on social media. If you are not following our Facebook page or Instagram page, you are missing out. We’ve increased the number of followers over the past year. So again, if you want information about some things that are taking place here in the community, the chamber is a great place to go for that information,” said Jenke.

This year’s Showcase Seguin event will be held from 5 to 8 p. m. Thursday at the Seguin Coliseum. Again, the event is free, but tickets must be reserved via a QR code available on the chamber’s Facebook page or website. Individuals are also encouraged to contact the chamber office at 830-379-6382.

Mats Tame Cougars, Keep Pace in Playoffs

Chris Austin

(Seguin) -- Needing a win to stay within striking distance of the 4th and final playoff spot in District 26-5A, the Seguin Matadors took care of business in trouncing the Canyon Cougars 8463 on the basketball court at Goldie Harris Gym on Friday night.

The Mats improve to 5-6 in the district with the victory and remain one and a half games back of 4th place Kerrville Tivy in the district standings. The Antlers were also victorious on Friday night as they beat Pieper 73-41 in Kerrville to improve their district record to 6-4.

Seguin’s smothering defense limited the Cougars to just 17 points in the first half and the Matador offense caught fire scoring 26 points in the 2nd quarter to take a 45-17 lead into the break at the half. Three Matadors scored in double figures in the 1st half as Kevon Williams had 11 points, Jakyari Matthews had 10 points and John Jackson lead the way with 15 points through the game’s first 16 minutes.

“For the majority of the year, we’ve been able to put points on the board. It comes down

to defense.” Seguin head coach Guy Nowlin said after the game. “We played really great defense in the first half. We only turned the ball over four times in the 1st half. That was able to give us the lead there and a nice little cushion to play with in the 2nd half.”

The Cougars came out firing in the 2nd half as they knocked down eight three point shots in the 3rd and 4th quarters, but it was not enough to overcome Seguin’s strong first half performance. Keelan Harris had four of Canyon’s three

pointers as he finished with 12 points for the game, all in the 2nd half.

Seguin’s Devin Matthews kept pace with Harris as he dropped in nine points in the 3rd quarter to finish the game with 17 points. Jackson lead the Matadors with 24 points, while Williams had 15 and Jakyari Matthews finished with 13.

Seguin will hit the road Tuesday to play the 2nd place team in the district, Boerne Champion. The Mats play at last place Pieper next Friday and finish the season with 6th place Smithson Valley at home on February 14th.

Kerrville Tivy will play at 3rd place San Antonio Wagner on Saturday in a makeup game. They will travel to 1st place Veterans Memorial on Tuesday. Then the Antlers play at Smithson Valley next Friday before closing out the season at home against Canyon on Valentine’s Day.

Should the Antlers and Matadors finish tied for 4th place in the district, a one-gam tiebreaker will be played between the teams to determine who goes to the playoffs. Seguin and Tivy split their two games against each other this season.

Orens

Dorcas Ann Orens, age 84 of Seguin, passed away peacefully at home with her husband, step-daughter Lori and friend Suzie by her side on Sunday, January 29, 2023. Dorcas was born on February 7, 1938 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Elizabeth (Hokamp) and Robert David McKeag. She later moved to Youngstown, OH. She gave generously of her love, her joy for life and her heart. She brightened the lives of many people.

Dorcas had many interests. As a young girl she loved to camp and fish. In 1976, she moved her family to San Antonio while towing a camper. She loved gardening, growing both flowers and vegetables. One of her other favorite hobbies was sewing. This hobby landed her a job at Stretch and Sew. She made all of her siblings special Christmas stockings when they were little. She also made quilts and sold her many items at craft shows. She often times made thoughtful and useful Christmas gifts for family and friends. She also loved to bake and started a family tradition of making nut rolls and pizzelles every Christmas.

Dorcas and Benny had a golden marriage. She worked with him at the Broadway Technical Institute, a job Dorcas and Benny owned and she held dear. She was a mentor and she loved all the students that she and Benny taught. Dorcas mentored those students with love. Eventually she became interested in genealogy which led her and Benny to serve in the family history center for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. She was a devoted member of her church where she held many callings.

Dorcas is preceded in death by her parents and her granddaughter Mary Lynn.

Survivors include her loving husband of 41 years, Benjamin J. Orens; children, daughter Marie; sons Larry (Andrea), Steven (Tiffany); step-daughters, Lori Korus, Donna Park, Cheri Bishop and husband; grandchildren, Jeremy, Travis, William, Benjamin, Charles, Austin Eaton (Teddy), Ashley Rose, Chelsea and Tyler Bain; great-grandchildren, Parker and Oliver Eaton, Camden and Camille Rose; siblings, Alma Baker (John), Robert McKeag (Donna), Susan Koch (Richard), William McKeag (Sharon); numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and friends.

Visitation will begin on Monday, February 6, 2023 at 1 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints in Seguin, followed by services at 2 p.m. with Bishop Tim Bird conducting. Private interment will be held at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery at a later date. Serving as pallbearers will be Bill McKeag, Bob McKeag, Brad Drollinger, Bob Krambeck, Ron McLane, Rudy Hernandez.

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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.

MARDI GRAS 2023

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rouler with a night of fun & giving for Seguin ISD!

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Live & Silent Auctions

Chicken & Sausage Gumbo

Bread Pudding Crab Cakes

“Pay-WhatYou-Pull” Game for a Beverage Wagon Prize!

“Golden Ticket” $100, 1-in100 chance raffle for a Trip to Cabo, Puerto Vallarta, Tuscany, or Vegas!*

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With Live Performance by The Dirty River Jazz Band!

February 23, 2023

5:30 PM - Seguin Coliseum

Tickets: $50

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Info: 830-379-0325 l kfollis@seguin.k12.tx.us

VITAL STATISTICS

Dreier

William Clark

“Bill” Dreier, age 88 of Seguin, formerly of Titusville, Florida, and Marinette Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2023.

Bill was the oldest child born to Elmer and Jean Spoor Dreier on May 19, 1934 in Marinette WI. He was a graduate of Marinette High School class of 1952.

In 1954 Bill was united in marriage to Joan Marie Hansen. They recently celebrated their 69th wedding anniversary.

Bill lived in Marinette all his life working at Ansul Chemical Company for 34 years.

He was a proud member of the Marinette Rescue Squad and an active member of Pioneer Presbyterian Church. He was involved in many Masonic organizations and was a member of the Marinette Masonic Lodge for 59 years and played in the Shriners Band. Bill had moved to Titusville Florida and recently to Seguin Texas to be close to his family.

Bill is survived by his loving wife Joan; daughter, Susan “Sue” (Keith) Thompson; grandchildren, Joshua (Grace), Hannah and Daniel Thompson of Texas, and Michael Thompson of Florida; greatgrandchildren, Isabella and Evelyn of Texas; sister Betty Messenger of Peshtigo WI; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, son David and brother Robert “Bob” (Joy) Dreier of Port Washington WI.

A memorial service celebrating Bill’s life will be held at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel on Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Robert K. Odom officiating. Reception to follow at Eden Place Club House, 1220 Jefferson Ave., Seguin, Texas.

Graveside services and interment will be held at a later date in the St. Luke’s Presbyterian Memorial Garden (which his wife helped establish) in Titusville, Florida.

In lieu of flowers, the family ask for donations to Guadalupe Regional Hospice, 1346 E Walnut St., Seguin, Texas 78155. The family would like to thank the wonderful nursing care of the hospice team that allowed Bill to remain at home with his family by his side.

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.

Jill Biden Visits San Diego

(San Diego, CA) -- First lady Jill Biden visits San Diego Friday and Saturday to discuss the administration’s “cancer moonshot” efforts and initiatives for military and veteran families. Biden will also visit a local health clinic to discuss federal efforts to improve cancer screenings and early detection programs for communities with limited healthcare access. The administration’s moonshot initiative, spearheaded by then Vice President Biden, aims to improve cancer treatments and conditions for patients and to reduce death rates by at least 50 percent within 25 years. Its goals include resuming cancer screenings missed during the pandemic, reducing smoking and getting more patients into clinical cancer trials. Saturday, she will visit the Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Veterans Village of San Diego in Oceanside to meet with health care providers and military families.

More Fatal Fentanyl ODs In NOLA Last Year Than Murders

(New Orleans, LA) -- New Orleans saw more deadly overdoses last year than murders. Nearly 500 deaths resulted from overdoses, most of them caused by fentanyl. There were about 280 murders in New Orleans in 2022. The New Orleans Department of Health is offering “Overdose Response” and “Bystander Response Training” classes that instruct people how to identify an overdose and treat a victim with Narcan. Registration for the classes is available at the Health Department’s website.

Abortion Lawsuit Filed

(Charleston, WV) -- The state’s last remaining abortion clinic is filing a federal lawsuit against the state’s abortion law. Women’s Health Center of West Virginia calls the law that went into effect last September as irrational and unconstitutional. The suit is aiming at the provision of the restrictive law that says any allowed abortion would have to be performed in a hospital by a medical professional with hospital privileges.

Santa Clara County Closing COVID Testing, Vaccination Sites

(San Jose, CA) -- Santa Clara County is closing all COVID testing and mass vaccination sites by the end of this month. Officials say the facilities are no longer essential to their pandemic response efforts. This comes as cases remain low and the vaccination rate high. Public health officials say they’re confident with the decision given that at-home COVID tests are widely available. Major local providers like Kaiser Permanente and Sutter health are also offering testing and vaccination services.

Proceeds from the Swing for Seguin Youth Services charity golf tournament will go toward this year’s Seguin Leadership Class of 2023 project. Project priorities include roof repair, van repair, and sports equipment along with additional needs such as food assistance and other upgrades.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Seguin Art League Life Drawing Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Life Drawing Class from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 7 at 104 S Austin St. in Seguin. The cost is $20 per adult. The class is open to teens through adults. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

AA Meetings

The Seguin Primary Purpose Group of AA will meet at 7 p.m. Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 315 S. Crockett St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-386-0334.

SEF

Mardi Gras Gala Online Silent Auction Opening

The Seguin Education Foundation will have its Mardi Gras Gala at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23 at the Seguin Coliseum. The event includes live jazz, Cajun food and beverages, and live and silent auctions. Bidding on the silent auction begins Thursday, Feb. 9. Potential bidders and those wishing to purchase tickets or sponsorships can register online at https://tinyurl.com/4zxw86sx. For more information call 830-379-0325 or email kfollis@seguin.k12.tx.us.

42 Domino

Group

A 42 Domino Group will meet every Thursday from 1 to 4 p.m. at Emanuel’s Lutheran Church, located at 206 N. Travis St. in Seguin. If you like Spades, Hearts, or Bridge you are encouraged to join. For more information, call Craig at 210-846-53.

Showcase Seguin 2023 Business Expo

The Seguin Chamber of Commerce will have its 2023 A Space Odyssey, Showcase Seguin Business Expo from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 9 at the Seguin Coliseum. Free Admission, but registration is required. Vendor Spaces are also available. To register visit www.seguinchamber.com. For more information, call 830-379-6382.

Valentine Bake Sale

The Relay For Life of Guadalupe and Comal Counties will have a Valentine Bake Sale beginning at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 10 at El Ranchito Restaurant. For any questions, call 830-379-3632.

Seguin Art League Valentine Card Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Valentine Card Class from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 10 at 104 S Austin St. in Seguin. The cost is $30 per couple (date, friend, or family member). Supplies will be provided. For more information, call 830-3050472.

Food Distribution Event

The Navarro ISD and Guadalupe County have partnered with the San Antonio Food Bank to provide the county with a food distribution event from 9:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 11 at the Navarro Intermediate Parking lot, located at 588 Link Road. Volunteers are needed to support this food distribution. To register for the event visits: https:// freshtrak.com/register/event/145052. For more information call the Guadalupe County Emergency Management Office at 830-303-8856.

Sweethearts Scholarship Dinner & Dance

The Seguin Sunrise Rotary will have its Sweethearts Scholarship Dinner & Dance from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11 at the Big Red Barn, locat-

ed at 390 Cordova Rd. in Seguin. Tickets are $50. Attire for the evening is red, black, and white. For table sponsorship and tickets, call 210-834-1240. For more information visit www.Seguinsunriserotaryclub.com.

Native Plant Society Meeting

The Native Plant Society Guadalupe Chapter will have its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14 at St. John Lutheran Church, located at FM 465 in Marion. The program will be “Native Plants & Selected Wildlife of Riparian Areas,” with Craig Hensley. There will be a plant/seed exchange and social time beginning at 6:30 p.m. followed by the program. For more information visit http://npsot. org/wp/guadalupe/.

Chamber

After Hours Mixer

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its After Hours Mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15 at Harper Hill Ranch, located at 12300 Huber Road.

Hermann Sons Life Seguin Meeting

The Hermann Sons Life Seguin meets every third Wednesday of the month. The social time begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by a meal at 7 p.m. Members are asked to bring a side or dessert.

Seguin Premier Toastmasters

Seguin Premier Toastmasters will meet from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 Hwy. 123 in Geronimo. Toastmasters is a place to practice your speech for work or school where friendly people encourage and give tips to help you improve your communication skills. For more information, call Dina at 423-227-9610.

Mid-Texas Symphony

The Mid-Texas Symphony will present, “Classical Masters,” at 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 19 at the Brauntex Performing Arts Theatre in New Braunfels. The event features Akiko Fujimoto, conductor, and Andrew Warfield, horn.

No One Left Behind Community Recovery Awareness Event

There will be a No One Left Behind Community Recovery Awareness Event from 4 to 9 p.m. Monday, Feb. 20 in the gym at Hillcrest Church, located at 1440 Eastwood Dr. in Seguin.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21 at First Baptist Church Seguin, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

SEF Mardi Gras Gala

The Seguin Education Foundation will have its Mardi Gras Gala at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23 at the Seguin Coliseum. The event includes live jazz, Cajun food and beverages, and live and silent auctions. Potential bidders for the silents auction and those wishing to purchase tickets or sponsorships can register online at https://tinyurl.com/4zxw86sx or by visiting the SEF Facebook Page for the link. Bidding is currently available. For more information call 830-379-0325 or email kfollis@seguin.k12. tx.us.

American Sign Language (ASL) Chat Time

There will be an American Sign Language (ASL) Chat Time from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24 upstairs at Court Street Coffee Shop. The elevator will be available. The monthly chat is for the deaf, hard of hearing, CODAS, interpreters, ASL students and anyone wanting to learn ASL.

Jacob’s Ladder Foundation Cornhole For A Cause

The Jacob’s Ladder Foundation will have its Cornhole For a Cause at noon Saturday, Feb. 25 at the Big Reg Barn, located at 390 Cordova Road. The entry for a two-person team is $40, no subs. No BYOB. There will also be a BBQ brisket plate sale which includes sausage, beans, and potato salad for $12. Tickets are available for $12 and will also be available at the door. For more information contact Oscar Ceniseros at 830-481-3253 or register online at jacobsladderfoundation.org.

Geronimo Lions Meeting

The Geronimo Lions meet at 6:30 a.m. on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at the Big Red Barn on Cordova Road. Breakfast is provided. For more information, call Steven Hughes at 870-9495003.

15th Annual Elementary & Middle School Art Show

The Seguin Art League will accept entries for its 15th Annual Elementary (grades 1-5) & Middle School (grades 6-8) from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, March 2 at St. Andrew’s McKeogh Hall, located at 201 E. Nolte St. in Seguin. For a prospectus, visit www.seguinartleague.com. The awards reception will held from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 4. The winning entries will be displayed at the Seguin Art League’s Henry Moore Gallery from Saturday, March 4 to Saturday, March 18. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, March 4 at Faith Lutheran Church, located at 1326 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Kickball Fundraiser

The Seguin Little League will have a Kickball Fundraiser Saturday, March 4 and Sunday, March 5 at the Seguin Little League Fields. The fee is $25 per individual or $250 per team. There are 12 players per team. Forms will be provided to register at the Seguin Little League Fields.

Swing for Seguin Youth Services Charity Golf Tournament

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership Seguin class of 2023 will have its Swing for Seguin Youth Services Charity Golf Tournament at 7 a.m. Thursday, March 9 at the Bandit Golf Course in New Braunfels. The cost for entry is $750 per team of four and includes green fee, cart, range balls, breakfast, lunch, 2 drink tickets, and awards. All proceeds benefit Seguin Youth Services. For information on how to enter or become a sponsor contact the Seguin Chamber of Commerce at 830-379-6382 or visit www.seguinchamber.com.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Noche De Gala de Vocalistas

The Teatro de Artes de Juan Seguin will have its Noche De Gala de Vocalistas at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 11 in Jackson Auditorium on the Campus of Texas Lutheran University. Tickets are $10 in advance and at the door. Tickets are available at the Seguin Heritage Museum located at 114 N. Austin St. (Tuesday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.) and Teartro’s Cultural Center, located at 921 W. New Braunfels St. (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.). Tickets are also available online at www.teatrodeartes.org. Reserved seating tickets are $15 and only available at Teartro’s Cultural Center. For more information, call 830-401-0232.

Create a Garden Worm Two-Day Class

The Seguin Art League will have a Create a Garden Worm Two-Day Class, for adults 14 or older, from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 11 and Saturday, March 25 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The class will teach you how to make a garden worm to accessorize your plants and a pinch pot to enjoy your favorite beverage or snack. The class is limited to 10 people and the cost is $40 for both days, with supplies included. For more information call 830-305-0472 or visit the Seguin Art League Tuesdays through Saturdays.

ALICE Training

The Southwest Preparatory School will be hosting Active Shooter Response Certification Training (ALICE Training) from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 14 and Wednesday, March 5 at the Main Building, located at 6535 Culebra Rd. in San Antonio. This certification is a 2-day train the trainer class on civilian, active shooter response options to enable you to empower others to survive violence. Attendees will range from law enforcement, local school officials, and area business leaders. For more information, visit www.alicetraining.com. To register, visit https://cvent.me/4Oe7g4?RefId=social.

One Stroke Flower Painting Class

The Seguin Art League will have a One Stroke Flower Painting Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 18 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Participants will learn the one stroke technique by painting different types of flowers and leaves. The cost is $35 and supplies are included. The class is limited to 10 adults.

Mid-Texas Symphony

The Mid-Texas Symphony presents “The Wild West,” at 4 p.m. Sunday, April. 2 in the Performing Arts Center at Canyon High School in New Braunfels. The event features Akiko Fujimoto, conductor.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, April 17 at First Baptist Church Seguin, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Festival For Life

The South Texas Pregnancy Care Center will have its Festival For Life from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 22 at the Columbus Club Hall, located

at 1015 S. Austin St. in Seguin. There will be a rock wall, bouncy castles, dunking booth, live music, dessert auction, and more. There will also be burger tickets available pre-sale or at the door.

Mid-Texas Symphony

The Mid-Texas Symphony will present, “Symphonie Fantastique,” at 4 p.m. Sunday, April. 30 in Jackson Auditorium on the campus of Texas Lutheran University in Seguin. The event features Akiko Fujimoto, conductor, and John Henry Crawford, cello.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, May 15 at First Baptist Church Seguin, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 3 at Faith Lutheran Church, located at 1326 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, July 17 at First Baptist Church Seguin, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. day, Saturday, Aug. 26 at GRMC Hospital, located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 18 at First Baptist Church Seguin, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 16 at First Baptist Church Seguin, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. day, Saturday, Nov. 18 at GRMC Hospital, located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

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.

Heritage Museum Calendars

The Heritage Museum is selling 2023 calendars for $10 featuring turn of the century everyday life of kids, social groups, parades, etc. 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. Gift Ornaments of Juan Seguin for only $5 are also available at the Museum. All proceeds benefit Museum projects.

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 New 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.

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Seguin Daily News

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