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Food, girl time plus piano bar atmosphere among events at this year’s Galentines Cocktail Social scheduled for this Friday night in downtown Seguin

(Seguin) – Women are encouraged to put themselves first for an evening of networking, friendship, and fun during this Friday’s second annual Galentines Cocktail Social. After a successful event last year, local businesswoman Denise Leos has organized yet another gathering at the Soel Venue located in downtown Seguin.

Leos says for years, she always met with her own girlfriends for their own Galentines get together. Then after her and husband, Freddy, began embarking in new businesses in Seguin, Leos says she wanted to learn even more about Seguin and get to know the women in this community. That’s when she said the vision for the Galentine’s Cocktail Social was spirited.

In launching the event, Leos says she wanted

Former Seguinite’s capital murder trial underway in Lubbock

(Lubbock) -- The sentencing phase, in the capital murder trial for a Seguin native, is now underway in Lubbock.

Women are invited to again be the special guests at this year’s Galentines Cocktail Social being planned at Soel Venue. Courtesy photos

something to applaud, inspire and encourage women.

“Nobody knows each story behind anybody else, so I felt that it was good to get people together to know ‘hey, I’m not alone. Wow, she’s been through it too’ because sometimes you know, we are our worst critic

and we hurt our own selves just thinking things that people may be thinking about us but in reality, they are not so I just felt that it was great to get a bunch of women together and you know just uplift one another and push each other to take that new step that they...Galentines, pg. 3

The “Lubbock Avalanche-Journal” reports that Hollis “Reid” Daniels entered a guilty plea on Monday as his trial was set to begin in a Lubbock courtroom. The plea immediately pushed the trial into the sentencing phase, with testimony starting on Tuesday.

Daniels, who’s now 24-years old, has admitted that he shot and killed a campus police officer in the briefing room at the Texas Tech Police Department. Officer Floyd East was killed in October of 2017. East had earlier arrested Daniels on a drug charge.

Daniels now faces either the death penalty or life in prison without parole.

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Tonight’s Seguin Showcase destined to be out of this world

(Seguin) – You’re invited to come out tonight and see all that Seguin businesses have to offer. Today marks the annual Showcase Seguin event at the Seguin Coliseum. The free but ticket required event is being hosted by the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce.

Chamber President Chester Jenke says the theme for this year’s 2023 trade show is A Space Odyssey. He says folks will get to enjoy all the great decorations and costumes plus meet up with the dozens and dozens of businesses showing off their products and services.

He says there will be plenty of food, drink, music and other fun ways to take home a prize.

This is the first time that the chamber will be hosting the event for free. Jenke says tickets, however, are still required and should be reserved at the chamber office as soon as possible.

“There are no tickets that are available other than if you call the chamber office. We have a limited number of tickets that we have kind of held back for those last minute deciders but you can call the chamber office at 830-379-6382 and they will have a few of them that are available the day of the show but it will be a very very few. So again, I would encourage folks to call the chamber office and register for those tickets that we have that we held back for the last week,” said Jenke. Meanwhile, those with tickets but who now find themselves unable to make it are also being encouraged to pass along those free passes so that as many people as possible can attend tonight’s Showcase.

This year’s Showcase Seguin event will be held today from 5 to 8 p. m. at the Seguin Coliseum.

GRMC earns national recognition for Safety in Surgery

(Seguin) -- Guadalupe Regional Medical Center (GRMC) has earned yet another prestigious award. GRMC this week announced that it has earned the Go Clear Award™ for its achievement in eliminating hazardous smoke from its surgical procedures.

The Go Clear Award is presented by the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) to recognize health care facilities that have committed to providing increased surgical patient and health care worker

safety by implementing practices that eliminate smoke caused by the use of lasers and electrosurgery devices during surgery.

GRMC earned its award by undergoing comprehensive surgical smoke education and testing and for providing the medical devices and resources necessary to evacuate surgical smoke during all smoke-generating procedures.

“The collaborative work of our team is extremely beneficial to the entire OR staff, as well as our surgeons,” says GRMC

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Director of OR/SPD, Jody Elliot, MSN, RN. Being able to alleviate the effects of long-term exposure to surgical smoke is the right choice for our employees and physicians.”

Surgical smoke is the unwanted by-product of energy-generating devices that are used in 90 percent

Galentines, continued.

“...want to take or are afraid of taking or maybe, there is somebody who they are going to meet there that is on the path that they want to be on and they can get some answers from them,” said Leos.

Just as important of bringing women together, Leos says she wanted their gathering to have an impact in the community. Last year’s proceeds went to the Guadalupe Valley Family Violence Shelter. This year, proceeds will benefit Seguin’s food pantry, the Christian Cupboard.

Leos says she was inspired to name the Christian Cupboard as the beneficiary after volunteering her own time at the New Braunfels Food Bank. As she and her husband continue to operate businesses in Seguin like the Soel Venue and The Backyard, she believes it’s important to also seek out those worthy charities.

“Right now, the times (the way that they are), people are not working, or we go through these weather (freezes) and people can’t get to the things that they need and it’s simple stuff, cereal, canned items -- anything helps so we chose the Christian Cupboard and I’m super excited,” said Leos.

Leos says Friday night’s event will also feature a pair of guest speakers. They include Regina Lee,

of all surgeries. Its contents include toxic chemicals such as benzene, formaldehyde, hydrogen cyanide and carbon monoxide, viruses, bacteria, blood and cancer cells. Inhalation and absorption of surgical smoke pose serious health risks to patients and surgical staff. Studies compare the inhalation of smoke from vaporized human tissue to the smoke created by cigarettes; the average daily impact of surgical smoke to the surgical team is equivalent to inhaling 27-30 unfiltered cigarettes.

“Total evacuation needs to become the standard for all procedures that generate surgical smoke,” said Linda Groah, MSN, RN, CNOR, NEA-BC, FAAN, CEO/Executive Director of AORN. “With this award, Guadalupe Regional Medical Center is demonstrating its deep commitment to the health and safety of its staff and community.”

Today, it is estimated only 50 percent of health care workers across the U.S. understand the hazards of smoke exposure.

of the Christian Cupboard as well as Leos’ special friend Selina Medina who she credits for her volunteerism at the food bank. Plus, she says Medina is an advocate of women supporting women.

Leos says the fun will continue following the presentations with some great food and dueling piano entertainment being provided by The Flying Ivories.

“Tickets are $30. With that ticket – actually Court Street Coffee is back again with their ‘amazingness’ that they do. They are going to be doing a Charcuterie spread like they did last year. It was a huge hit and I’m just ecstatic that they offered to come back and do it again this year. The Sweet Stop has donated some sweets for us. Yoli’s (Mexican Restaurant) donated a salsa bar and I’m bringing back the sushi. The sushi was a great

hit last year so I’m definitely bringing that back and that’s from A Tan. We will have soft drinks that are nonalcohol so we will have tea and water and we will have the bar open and we will be selling cocktails if people want to purchase that on their own,” said Leos.

Leos says tickets to the event are available online and can be purchased up until the event. A link for those tickets can be found on the Soel Venue Facebook page.

VIP tables for eight which includes two champagne bottles are also available for $500. Helping Leos coordinate this year’s efforts are Molly Rojas; Raven Garza, Selina Medina and Kim Rodriguez.

The Galentines Cocktail Social begins at 7:10 p.m. Friday at Soel Venue. Soel Venue is located at 112 W. Donegan St.

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TLU Softball Ranked No. 4 in NFCA Preseason Poll

SEGUIN, Texas -- The Texas Lutheran softball team is No. 4 in the 2023 National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) Preseason Top 25 Coaches Poll announced Tuesday.The Bulldogs No. 4 ranking in the NFCA D-III Preseason Top 25 Coaches Poll marks the fourth consecutive season that Texas Lutheran has been selected in the preseason top five and the sixth time the Bulldogs have landed in the top 10 of the NFCA preseason poll since the organization began announcing the preseason poll in 1997.

Christopher Newport, the defending national champions, was chosen as the unanimous No. 1 team in the nation garnering all 10 first place votes. TLU was joined by Trine, Salisbury, and Berry in the top five. Texas Lutheran will face three teams ranked in the preseason top 25 this year - Babson (Feb. 25th), Piedmont (Mar. 8), and Mary HardinBaylor (Mar. 21) - all at Ed Kruse Stadium.

The 2023 NFCA Division-III Top 25 Coaches Poll is voted on by 10 NCAA Division-

III head coaches with one representing each of the NCAA’s D3 Regions.

The full NFCA poll can be viewed here.

The 2023 preseason rankings are further validation of how the Bulldog have earned a spot amongst the sport’s elite in recent years.

Texas Lutheran has been ranked in the Top 25 of the NFCA poll in each of its last 146 games played.

The Bulldogs were recently selected as the SCAC preseason favorite, marking the ninth straight year that TLU has topped the conference’s preseason poll.

The Bulldogs have advanced to each of the last three Division-III Women’s College World Series, the only D-III team with that claim, and return six starters - including All-American Ashlyn Strother (Seabrook/Clear Falls), AllRegion pitcher Sydney Ouellette (Corpus Christi/ Gregory Portland), and All-SCAC First Team first baseman Laura Hernandez (Missouri City/Ridge Point) - from last year’s team that advanced to

Salem and finished the 2022 season ranked third in the nation. The 2022 campaign saw the team win a program record 45 games, finishing 45-6, and claiming their eighth straight SCAC regular season and tournament championships.

TLU opens the 2023 season Feb. 15 in San Antonio, Texas, as they take on Division-II St. Mary’s, a 2022 NCAA Division-II Softball Tournament Qualifier before facing NAIA’s Huston-Tillotson on on Sat, Feb. 18 for the home opener to conclude 2023’s Opening Week. The 2023 schedule features 25 home games, including four SCAC Series at Ed Kruse Stadium in Seguin.

For more information on Texas Lutheran softball, follow the Bulldogs on Facebook (@ txlutheransoftball), Twitter (@TLUsoftball), and Instagram (@tlu_softball) and as always you can find updates on all Texas Lutheran athletics on tlubulldogs.com and all official TLU social media channels (@tluathletics on Twitter, @ tlu_athletics on Instagram and TikTok, and @ tlubulldogs on Facebook).

Bryce Hayes, TLU Sports Information & Marketing

De La Garza

James Eugene “Jimmy” De La Garza Sr., age 79 of Seguin, passed away on February 5, 2023. Jimmy was born on March 4, 1943 in Seguin, Texas to Elizabeth (Morales) and Uvaldo De La Garza.

Jimmy began his career in law enforcement in 1977 with the Seguin Police Department, retiring in 2013. He then worked part time in the Juvenile Detention Center at the Guadalupe County Sherriff’s office. He took great pride in his work as he loved and cared for his community here in Seguin and Guadalupe County.

Jimmy is preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Robert De La Garza and David De La Garza, and half-sister, Linda Morin.

Survivors include his children, Toni Gonzales and partner, Leonard Medina, James De La Garza, Jr. and partner, Rosalinda M. Gonzales, and Joel De La Garza; former wife and friend, Tonie R. De La Garza; grandchildren, Juan Menchaca and fiancé Yessie Avila, Mark Menchaca and partner Rosemary Sanchez, Amy Boudreau and husband Ed, Toni Medina and partner Jeremiah Wisher, and Carissa Medina and partner Fabian Fonseca, James De La Garza, III, Joshua De La Garza, and Jacob P. De La Garza and partner Daina Juarez; ten great-grandchildren; brothers, Frank De La Garza and wife Mary, Valdo De La Garza, Jr. and wife Judy, and Carlos De La Garza and wife Annie; halfbrother, Troy Morin and wife Dina; step-sister, Josephina Galvan; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and many friends.

Jimmy will lie in repose at Tres Hewell Mortuary, Thursday, February 9, 2023 from 2 to 4 p.m. Visitation will begin at St. James Catholic Church at 5 p.m. followed by the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 6:30 p.m. with Deacon Nick Carrillo officiating. Visitation will begin again on Friday, February 10, 2023 at 9:30 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. Canon Stanislaw Fiuk officiating. Interment will follow in San Geronimo Cemetery.

Serving as pallbearers will be Juan Menchaca, Mark Menchaca, James De La Garza, III, Joshua De La Garza, Jacob De La Garza and Mark Anthony Menchaca. Honorary pallbearers will be Veronica and Johnny San Miguel, Stacy and Tom Ballard, and Janice Weinman and husband Kevin Seider.

You are invited to sign the guestbook at www.treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.

Turner

Charles Turner, age 81, passed away on February 2, 2023 in Seguin, TX.

Chuck is survived by his wife Pam and two children, Cori and Michael. He is also survived by his two sisters, Betty Strobridge (LeRoy) and Nelda Phelps, and brother, Donnie Coleman (Cathi) along with his grandchildren, Nick, Chase and Evan, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members and many friends. Chuck was preceded

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in death by his parents, Opal and Nolan, and his son, Charles Jr.

A memorial service celebrating Chuck’s life will be held on Saturday, February 11, 2023 at 1:30 p.m. at St. James Catholic Church in Seguin, Texas. Private interment will be held 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.

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Vecera Sanchez VITAL STATISTICS

Maria I Sanchez, resident of Seguin, TX, passed away on February 4, 2023, at the age of 67 years old. Mary celebrated her 67th birthday on January 24. She was born in 1956 and married to her husband, Gus in 1971. Mary was an amazing Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother and Wife. She loved to take care of anyone who needed it. She loved Casinos, Bingo, and spending time with her family. Most of all she had so much love to give.

Thank you, GRMC ER, ICU and Respiratory Staff for the amazing help and love given throughout her stay.

Mary was Predeceased by father, Ruben Perez, Sr. and Sister, Theresa Armendariz

She is Survived by her husband of 52 years, Gus Sanchez, Jr.; Son, Domingo Sanchez (Ramiro); Daughters Beatrice Paiz (Rudy); Elsa Sanchez (Adrian) and Erica Phillips (Jason)

Mother, Argripina Campos, Sister Delia Hernandez and Brother, Ruben Perez Jr (Annie)

Grandchildren: Bianca Paiz (Jordan); Monica Paiz (Oscar); Julyssa Rodriguez; Jonathan Rodriguez (Maria); David Aldana; Christian Ayala, Isabella Phillips; Sianna Oviedo; Xavier Ruiz, Yovanny Gutierrez, and Johnathan Gutierrez.

Great Grandchildren: Jordan Rodriguez, Kataleya Rodriguez, Jonathan “Rocco” Rodriguez Jr, Milena Rose Bustamante, Angelita Rodriguez, Jordan “JJ” Leal Jr and Estella Rodriguez.

Mary had numerous nieces, nephews and family friends that were always considered family.

Visitation will be at Palmer Mortuary on Monday, February 13, 2023 beginning at 4:00 p.m. A prayer service will follow at 7:00 p.m.

Visitation will continue on Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. and Funeral Services will begin at 10:00 a.m. A funeral procession will depart the Palmer Mortuary chapel and interment will be at Santo Tomas Cemetery. Funeral Services will be live streamed Tuesday morning for those who cannot attend in person. You may join the live stream from this obituary page.

Funeral arrangements are under the care of Palmer Mortuary and Cremations located at 1116 N. Austin Street, Seguin, Texas 78155; 830.379.9430. Please log on to www.palmermortuary.com to sign and view the guest book.

Esther Hilda (Mache) Vecera 92, passed away Sunday, February 5, 2023 in a local hospital. She was born on April 17, 1930 to Julius Mache and Minnie Lorfing and raised in a family of ten siblings in Schulenburg, Texas.

Shortly after her marriage to Joseph Vecera, the couple moved to Seguin, Texas to live and raise their family. Esther enjoyed cooking, canning vegetables from her garden, quilting and spending time with her great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents; all nine siblings; her loving husband, Joseph Vecera of over 55 years of marriage; daughter, Carolyn Vecera; sons, Carlton Vecera and David Vecera as well as grandson, Phillip Griffin.

Esther is survived by daughter, Shirley Markgraf (Arthur, Jr.); 6 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers: Arthur Trey Markgraf III, Chris Markgraf, Brian Griffin, C.J. Markgraf, Matthew Markgraf, Caleb Markgraf.

Honorary Pallbearers: Jason Hill and Lyric Lalley. A brief viewing will be on Thursday, February 16, 2023 at Palmer Mortuary beginning at 1:00 p.m. A Prayer Service will follow at 1:30 p.m. a funeral procession will depart concluding the service and interment will follow at Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park in New Braunfels, Texas. Funeral arrangements are under the care of Palmer Mortuary and Cremations located at 1116 N. Austin Street, Seguin, Texas 78155; 830.379.9430. Please log on to www. palmermortuary.com to sign and view the guest book.

Westchester Announces $1 Million Program For Black Maternal Health

(White Plains, NY) -- Westchester County is announcing a nearly one-million-dollar initiative to improve Black maternal and child health. The money will fund a joint initiative between advocates and providers, including the county’s health department and Saint John’s Riverside Hospital. The CDC reports Black women are three times more likely to die from a pregnancy-related cause than White women. Sister to Sister Founder Cheryl Brannan says the money will help create new roles, fund training, and expand services.

WHO Warns Of Long-Term Healthcare Impacts After Earthquake In Turkey, Syria

(Switzerland) -- The World Health Organization is warning of a “long-term” impact on health after a major earthquake in Turkey and Syria. A WHO Spokesperson told Sky News it’s bringing resources to the area for healthcare after thousands died. She said it’s the organization’s mission to prevent those affected or injured by the disaster from dying by providing health services quickly. The death toll is now above eleven-thousand.

Biden Vows To Bring Down Healthcare Costs

(Washington, DC) -- President Biden is vowing to bring down health care costs. In his State of the Union speech, the President said his Inflation Reduction Act caps the cost of insulin at 35-dollars a month for seniors on Medicare. He also said there are lawmakers who are trying to repeal the law and he promised to veto any bill that raises the cost of prescription drugs. The President also noted that more Americans have health insurance now than ever as a record 16 million people are enrolled under the Affordable Care Act. That law is more commonly known as Obamacare.

Study Finds Most Former NFL Players Had CTE

(Boston, MA) -- Researchers say over 90 percent of the former NFL players they studied had CTE. The Boston University CTE Center studied the brains of over 370 deceased NFL players and found 345 had the progressive brain disease. CTE can cause memory loss, depression and the loss of motor skills. The results were an update of a study the university conducted in 2017, which found CTE in 87 percent of over 200 football players. The director of the CTE Center said they released the update ahead of the Super Bowl this week because “the NFL hasn’t done anything substantial to prevent CTE” and the risk is still high.

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

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.

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.

Celebrate Recovery

The Celebrate Recovery ministry at Crossroads Church meets from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday nights at 3455 W. Hwy 90 in Seguin. Celebrate recovery is for anyone dealing with anxiety, alcohol, depression, codependency, unforgiveness, self doubt, addiction, grief, eating disorders, relationships, anger, substance abuse, destructive behavior, spending, stress, and more. For more information call 830-251-2080.

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.

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 830-305-0472.

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, located 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.

Jury Cancellation

Jury Duty for Guadalupe County District Court for Monday, Feb. 13 has been canceled. There is no need to appear and the summons can be disregarded.

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.

Food Connection Day

The Guadalupe County Farm Bureau will have its Food Connection Day at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 17 at 325 S State Highway 46. The Texas Food Connection Day is an opportunity to share what is done on farms and ranches to grow our food and brings rural and urban communities together to show and share an abundant food source. Burgers will be sold for $1. All proceeds will benefit the Christian Cupboard.

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.

Ash Wednesday Community Drive-Thru

The La Trinidad United Methodist Church will offer an Ash Wednesday Community Drive-Thru from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 22 in its Prayer Garden, located at N. Milam and Mountain streets in Seguin.

Ash Wednesday Fish Fry

The Guadalupanas of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church will have a Fish Fry from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 22 at 409 W. Krezdorn St. in Seguin. Catfish Plates are $13.50 and include fries, coleslaw, and green bean salad. Dine-in and to go plates available. For more information call 830-379-4348.

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.

Black History Month Workshop at the Library

In celebration of Black History Month, the Seguin Public Library will host “The Wilcox & Moore Legacy Restoration Project Shares Stories” Workshop from 10:30 to noon Saturday, Feb. 25 in the Community Meeting Room. The workshop will be led by Kelly “Lola” Wilcox Moore. A follow-up program will be held from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 25 via Zoom. Attendees will gather to share their stories with other program attendees and Mr. Wilcox Moore. For more information, call 830-401-2422.

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 870-949-5003.

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.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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.

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.

Good Friday Fish Fry

The Guadalupanas of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church will have a Fish Fry from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, April 7 at 409 W. Krezdorn St. in Seguin. Catfish Plates are $13.50 and include fries, coleslaw, and green bean salad. Dine-in and to go plates available. For more information call 830-379-4348.

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 self-paced, 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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