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Appraisal district releases study on waterfront property values Study suggests lake property values could drop by as much as 28 percent
By Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Seguin) -- The findings of a study, launched several months ago to determine the potential impact that the threat of dewatering area lakes could have on properties along the Guadalupe River, have finally been released. Those findings are found in a 100 page document supplied to the Guadalupe Appraisal District by Patrick Brown of Real Estate Consultant, Incorporated.
trates the potential risk that exist for every case. "Initially, the study was specifically going to be for the (Lake) Dunlap (area). When the dam failed, the spill gate there and obviously that whole area was dewatered, but then of course in August, there was the issue
with potential dewatering of the other lakes. So we expanded the scope at that time to include those areas to try to determine the potential for external obsolescence, which is value lost, associated with perimeters outside the boundaries of the property itself. As a property owner, you can't do anything about it.
It's just in the marketplace -perceptions and the risks that is involved with choosing to pay for a property that is located along those rivers," said Snaddon.
level of properties exchanging hands will, of course, vary along the river and lake areas - allowing his office to pinpoint even more how a particular property will be impacted.
What is yet to be determined is the sales activity for these water properties. Snaddon says the
"There is still movement. The activity isn't as high as it was obviously, but there is definitely
New Chief Appraiser Peter Snaddon says it's been seven months since former Chief Appraiser Jaime Osborne first announced that her office was ordering this study. The purpose of the study was to look at the market value changes for the lakefront land and improved properties located along the Guadalupe River in Guadalupe County over the next four years. The subject properties, more specifically include lakes Dunlap, McQueeney, Meadow and Placid. Snaddon says the report indicates a potential overall decrease of 28 percent for properties located along the river and its hydroelectric lakes. Snaddon says the study doesn't mean that all property values in that area will automatically be lowered by that amount. Instead, he says it only illus-
activity out there and in some areas, we've seen where there are some discounts being made. But there are other areas where we haven't seen that discount, and again, it just kind of depends where you are at along that river," said Snaddon.
"But then, we are going to get into the rest of the reappraisal process which is sales within those specific lake areas Dunlap, McQueeney, Meadow Lake, Placid and as we review, there may be some activity in those areas that show sure that perception is there but maybe, it's not as heavy and that was shown in his report. You can see the spectrum of potential loss. He came to the average. The average was roughly about 28 percent in that first year, but of course, the spectrum was on either side of that obviously. So, you can see in some lakes, it may not be as strong as 28 percent once we look (at) sales activity and make some adjustments based off of that." Snaddon says since the study was first launched and announced, numerous things have already gone into play, hopefully helping to stabilize or even in some cases provide optimism for property owners around the threatened lakes.
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Dewatering of area lakes could potentially lead to significant drop in property values
LAKES, continued from page 1 "There's limited sales obviously, but when you try to outline sales that happened before as well as sales that took place after -- to kind of measure that potential loss that was associated with those events -- this is just one tool in the appraisal process. External obsolescence, there's physical obsolescences, there's functional obsolescences associated with appraising, and in this case, this was just a scope
that was trying to identify the potential external (obsolescence) and with that factor, we can utilize that in our process and then along with everything else that goes into appraising additional sales, because I believe you are going to see up and down that river, a different level of buyer and seller activity -- people that might be willing to take that risk further down the river because they still see the water and things of that nature and they know that there has been some discussions on rectifying the issue with the spill gates," said Snaddon. Part of rectifying this issue has reportedly been the creation of a water control and improvement district (WCID) at least for Lake McQueeney. The WCID would be McQueeney residents' way of taxing themselves to raise money for the replacement/repair of the dam. Residents along lakes Dunlap, Placid and Meadow have also discussed creating their own WCID. In addition, both the property owners and GBRA
are set to return for a court date in October should they not reach an agreement. Snaddon says the study projects potential loss in values through Jan. 1, 2024. He says they could also measure based on the risk as it exist today. There are still a number of factors that could come into play. "Our appraisal date every year is January 1. So whatever conditions are present as of January 1 of every calendar year is what we are appraising to. So, a lot of times, the protest season doesn't begin until mid-April through June and some things take place obviously during those periods of time, and they think that, that's kind of where we need to be but essentially we are looking at the first of every year and trying to determine an opinion of value at that particular time. But yes, Mr. Brown had indicated his thoughts, his conclusions where, that he would still see somewhat of a decline overall because things are still unknown. But he felt, after the voting
activity that is going to take place as well as once the risk is removed because people are aware of what will be done to hopefully solve the issues that are currently abound -that things will start moving. He felt essentially that there was going to be roughly still about two percent potential loss over the next year. So theoretically as of 2021, instead of 28, you will be looking roughly at 30 (percent) but then after that, he felt that things were going to start coming back at about a 10 percent flip," said Snaddon. Snaddon says it is important that the study be made available to the public, so that property owners can delve more into their specific homestead. He says transparency is and will be key throughout this entire process. "Ideally, if they are interested in exactly what Mr. Brown concluded, a redacted copy obviously for the public consumption is on there (on the appraisal district's website). You won't
see any pictures or any identifiable facts, but you will see figures and of course it's methodology about coming to the figures that he arrived at. But one of the disclaimers that we put on there, was the fact that in no way, should a reader of this report conclude that the market value of any property that falls within the scope of the study, has simply decreased by the annual factors noted. The actions of buyers and sellers along these outlined areas of the Guadalupe River will vary, and (we) will incorporate all data available during our 2020 reappraisal process in accordance with the property tax code of Section 23.01," said Snaddon. During its initial announcement behind the study, appraisal district officials stated that what had occurred on Lake Dunlap and what was threatening other lakes were "non-typical" events for their office, making the study even more important. The lake study can be found under the press release tab at guadalupead.org.
Emergency sirens to sound along river system in Guadalupe County By Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
throughout the county. During this service, the county will also be updat(Guadalupe County) -- Don't be ing the radios, antennas, cabling, alarmed should you hear the sound- software, and computer parts within ing of area sirens. This week the the siren. Guadalupe County Office of Emergency Management will be hav- Patrick Pinder, county fire ing the annual service of its sirens marshal/emergency management
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heard the sirens on the weekly test that this service will be fixing this issue. He says they should start to hear the sirens again once the work is completed. Anyone with questions is asked to contact the fire marshal and emergency management office at 830-303-8856.
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Showcase Seguin Thursday February 13th Job Fair - 10a.m. to 3 p/m. Show Day - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Evening Celebration 5 to 8 p.m. tickets $30 seguin colliseum
By Cindy Aguirre-Herrera job fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. followed that night by (Seguin) -- You are running the Speakeasy Party. out of time if you have not yet secured your tickets for "Tickets are on sale right at the Seguin the Roaring Twenties party now Thursday night in the Chamber. They are $30 Coliseum. Tickets are still for the evening event -available for this year's this Speakeasy Party Seguin Area Chamber of which is what we are tryCommerce Showcase ing to get out there and Seguin. The business get the word spread out trade show and job fair -- that we need people to features a Roaring come to that event. We Twenties theme, will be still do have booths availheld this Thursday at the able. I think we have about five booths left and Seguin Coliseum. you can come on in and One of the organizers join us on the day of the Audra Atzger says more event and then come back than 60 businesses will be for this Speakeasy Party on hand to show off their in the evening with live products and services. music, food, open bar and The event includes the free lot of entertainment," said Showcase day event and Atzger.
Atzger says this year's event will also be extra special as they remember longtime chamber ambassador Fanny Harkins who passed away in December. Throughout her years of volunteering and serving as an advocate for the community, Atzger says it was Harkin's energy and fun personality that made showcase and other chamber events so much fun.
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think of that are in this community. They are looking for employees. There's tons of employees that can come there. You can meet everybody and it's free to attend the job fair and you get the trade show at the same time. So, go around and talk to somebody and then get an interview. We've had people who have been hired right at the showcase," said Atzger.
Earlier that day, job seekers are reminded to stop by and also take advantage of the annual job fair. Troy Bull, the chamber's event and membership coordinator, says folks are encouraged to dress for success "We are going to have a and bring along those dance off, dance party. We resumes. The Speakeasy Party gets do have an award as we underway at 5 p.m. have come up with a way "So the job fair is available. Thursday. Again, tickets for to honor Fanny Harkins at We get about 80 to 100 the night party only are $30 the year's event. So, we people looking for jobs so each and can be purare going to have a dance we have about 40 vendors chased online or by stopoff and we are going to that are participating in the ping by the Seguin Area give 'The Dance Your job fair and it's all the ones Chamber of Commerce Fanny Off Award.' So, that you would normally office at 116 N. Camp St.
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Navarro High School senior Kelly Helms (seated center) finalized her commitment to join the volleyball program at Southwestern University during a signing event at NHS last week. Helms, pictured here with family members and coaches, was a TGCA All-State selection and the Co-Offensive Player of the Year in District 30-4A this past season. She finished her high school career with over 1,000 kills. Southwestern, located in Georgetown, competes in NCAA Division III's Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference. (Courtesy photo).
Marion High School senior Walker Rudisaile (fifth from left) has accepted an appointment to the Naval Academy and will join the Midshipmens' track-and-field program as a pole vaulter. Rudisaile, pictured here with coaches during a signing event last week, won the 3A UIL state championship and the 3A Region IV title as a junior last spring. His state championship was the first in Marion track-and-field history after clearing the bar at 15'6". Rudisaile is currently ranked No. 1 among the state's high school pole vaulters and No. 5 nationally. Photo courtesy of Marion Bulldog Athletics Facebook page.
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Navarro basketball senior Micayla Hawes inked a commitment to continue her playing career at the University of Texas at Dallas during a signing event at the Navarro Events Center last week. Hawes (seated, center) has been a key contributor during the Panthers' run to a 24-10 regular season record and outright District 30-4A championship, and was named to the Moulton All-Tournament team in mid-December. UT Dallas, located in Richardson, competes in NCAA Division III's American Southwest Conference. (Courtesy photo).
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(Seguin) - The Te x a s Lutheran men's basketball team fell into a third-place tie in the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference with a pair of home losses over the weekend, 80-58 to St. Thomas on Friday and 91-77 to Centenary on Saturday.
5 in the SCAC. The Gents won on TLU's home floor after TLU won in Shreveport in early January.
Lister scored 14 and had nine rebounds.
The Bulldogs were held to 36.8 percent shooting. The Bulldogs fell C e n t e n a r y fint o 1 2 - 9 o v e r a l l ished the game at and to 9-5 in the 5 1 . 5 percent SCAC. overall.
Ralph Johnson led the Gents with 23 points. He added eight Centenary led for a s s i s t s a n d f i v e all but 23 seconds rebounds. in Saturday's game. Cedric Harris chipped in 18 The Gents moved p o i n t s , five a half-game rebounds, and ahead of TLU and three steals. Austin College for second place in Jorden Kite led the S o u t h e r n the Bulldogs with Collegiate Athletic 2 3 points. Conference. S e b a s t i a n Andrade scored C e n t e n a r y 17 and pulled improved to 13-9 d o w n seven overall and to 10- r e b o u n d s . C a l e b
TLU was 6-for-30 from the threepoint line. Centenary also made six threes but needed 10 fewer shots to make the six from the arc. The Bulldogs head back onto the road for this weekend's conference action at University of Dallas on Friday (5:30 p.m.) and Austin College on Saturday (4 p.m.)
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TLU women fall to St. Thomas, snap skid vs. Centenary
(Seguin) - After a 77-74 home loss to St. Thomas o n F r i d a y, t h e Te x a s Lutheran women's basketball team ended a five-game losing streak with a 78-64 win over Centenary on Saturday.
Sheridan Hopkins and Bresha Orange combined for 56 of St. Thomas's 77 points to lead the on Friday Hopkins scored 31 and grabbed 14 rebounds, and Orange added 25 points and seven rebounds. No other St. Thomas player had more than six. The fourth quarter was a back-and-forth affair with neither team leading by more than six down the stretch. St. Thomas took a 68-64 lead with 4:54 to play after Orange converted a t h r e e - p o i n t p l a y. TLU pulled within a point at the 3:15 mark on a Tara Molina three-pointer. Orange responded with a three-pointer of her own 20 seconds later to push the Celts lead back to four, 71-67. St. Thomas took its biggest lead of t h e q u a r t e r, a t 7 3 - 6 7 , with an Aerial Starks layup. Consecutive buckets by Heaven Dandridge and Morgan Rodriguez pulled TLU back within two
points with under a minute remaining, and the Bulldogs' Cami Davis tied the game at 73 with a steal and a layup with just 36 seconds on the clock.
Te n s e c o n d s l a t e r, S t . Thomas came down the court and found Hopkins for the go-ahead jumper. TLU's Rodriguez made one-of-two at the line on the Bulldogs' next possession, and the Celts' Orange knocked down two free throws with 11 seconds to play to give her team a 77-74 lead. Davis had a look at a corner three with two seconds to play, but the ball bounced out and rolled free as time expired. The Bulldogs had four players in double figures. Rodriguez and Davis each scored 13, and Dominique Campos and Abby Hroch r e g i s t e r e d 11 a n d 1 0 points, r e s p e c t i v e l y. Davis led TLU in rebounds, with six. Campos had five assists. TLU out-scored Centenary by 18 over the second and third quarters and led by as many as 26 in the fourth period of Saturday's win. The Bulldogs improved to 813 overall and 6-8 in the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference, and clinched a spot in the
upcoming post-season tournament. Centenary dropped to 121 overall and to 1-14 in conference play. The Bulldogs dished out 21 assists on 27 made basketball and turned the ball over just seven times. T L U p o i n t g u a r d Ta r a Molina registered eight assists and scored 12 p o i n t s . N i n e d i ff e r e n t Bulldogs had at least one assist. The Bulldogs shot 42.9 percent from the field for the game and held Centenary to 26.7 percent shooting in the second quarter and to 23.1 percent in the third. Cami Davis also scored 12, and Abby Hroch and Morgan Rodriguez contributed 11 and 10 points, respectively. Hroch pulled down 10 rebounds, and Kasey Hairell collected seven rebounds to go with her eight points. Destini Powell scored 26 for the Ladies, and Deunya Small added 14 points and six rebounds. TLU heads back onto the road for its next two contests. The Bulldogs play University of Dallas at 7:30 on Friday and face Austin College at 6 p.m. this Saturday.
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Vital Statistics Vernon Hastings,Jr.
ARY. DOING GOOD FOR graveside services and ALL OF GOD'S CHILDREN! interment with military honors at 10 a.m. at San Juan Cemetery in Prairie Lea, Vernon Hastings,Jr., longTexas with Deacon Nick time retired manager of Jack Carrillo officiating. in the Box on Court St. and Former Kettle Restaurant Jose was born on here in Seguin went home December 13, 1943 in to be with the Lord on Staples, Texas to Vicente Saturday, February 8th, and Isabel (Pardo) 2020 at the age of 65. Arriaga.
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Memorial Services will be held Saturday, February 15th at 11:00 Am from the Greater Refuge Church of our Lord Jesus Christ here in Seguin! He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Beverly JoAnne Hastings, son, Jonathan Hastings and daughter, Stella Hastings.
He proudly served his country in the United States Army. Jose will be Jose P. Arriaga, Sr., age 76 remembered as a longtime of Seguin, passed away on local roofer. He is precedFebruary 9, 2020. ed in death by his parents. Visitation will begin on Wednesday, February 12, Survivors include his lov2020 at 5 p.m. at Tres ing wife of 50 years, Hewell Mortuary followed Yolanda Arriaga; sons, Joe by the recitation of the holy Arriaga, Jr., and wife rosary at 7 p.m. Darlene, Vicente Arriaga
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Luminaria Valentine's Day Special
The Relay for Life of Guadalupe County is having a Luminaria Valentine's Day Special. Buy two luminaria bags and get one free through Friday, Feb. 14. Luminarias can be purchased from any Relay participant or at the Bake Sale beginning at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 14 at El Ranchito.
Associate Members Needed
Sherriff Arnold S. Zwicke is urging Guadalupe County citizens to become Associate Members of the Sheriff's Association of Texas. Individuals can join for as little as $25, while businesses can show their support beginning at a $100 contribution level. For more information call 512-445-5888 or visit www.txsheriffs.org.
LULAC Community Garden
The LULAC Community Garden located on 8th street has free spinach, broccoli, and mustard greens available. Please bring a bag for the produce.
Toddler Time
The Seguin Public Library will have Toddler Time at 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays. For more information call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov.
Preschool Storytime
The Seguin Public Library will have Preschool Storytime at 11 a.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays for children three to six. For more information call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov.
Alcoholics Anonymous
The Seguin Primary Purpose of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 315 S. Crockett St. across from St. Andrews Episcopal Church.
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The Texas Lutheran University will offer a free Community Computer Session from 2:30 to 3:45 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 11 in the Seguin Hall Computer Lab.
Country Jam Session
There will be a jam session from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 11 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N Hwy 123 in Geronimo. Musicians, singers, and listeners are welcomed. Bring your snacks. Ice tea provided, and bar is open for other drinks. Free, but donations are accepted for use of the hall. More info call 830-386-6294.
TLU Guest Speaker
The Texas Lutheran University will welcome guest speaker, Nadia Bolz-Weber at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12 in Jackson Auditorium.
Showcase Seguin
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Showcase Seguin Thursday, Feb. 13 at the Seguin Coliseum. The theme is, "The Roaring Twenties." A Job Fair and Show Day will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The $30 Evening Celebration will run from 5 to 8 p.m. For more information call 830-379-6382.
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its The Libertarian Party of Guadalupe County will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 11 at GG's monthly meeting at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 13 at Barnes Middle School Library. Corner Cafe in Marion.
Native Plant Society
The Guadalupe Chapter of the Native Plant Society will meet beginning at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 11 at St. John's Lutheran Church, located at 600 S. Center St. in Marion. The program will be on "Texas Wildscapes: Gardening for Wildlife," with Judit Green. For more information visit npsot.org/wp/guadalupe/.
Kiwanis Club Meeting
The Kiwanis Club of Seguin meets weekly from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesdays in the Katy Conference Room of Hein Dining Hall on the campus of Texas Lutheran University.
TLU VITA Tax Clinics
The TLU Business Department will provide free tax return preparation assistance to people who generally make $54,000 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly and limited English speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns. The clinics will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays and will also be offered from 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays through April 13 in the Beck Center, Lower Level. There will be no clinics the week of spring break, March 14-21.
AARP Tax Aide Program
The AARP Tax Aide Program will provide free electronic filing (E-File) of Federal Income Tax Returns for the elderly, low and medium income from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays from Saturday, Feb. 1 to Saturday, April 11 at the Seguin Public Library (2nd floor) located at 313 W. Nolte St. Bring all related tax and identification documents in order to receive tax return filing assistance.
Relay for Life Bake Sale
There will be a Relay for Life Bake Sale at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 14 at El Ranchito. For more information visit www.relayforlife.org/seguintx.
Silver Center Valentine's Dance
There will be a Valentine's Dance featuring the Lone Star Pickerz at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14 at the Silver Center. The doors open at 6:30 with a $7 admission for members and $9 for non-members. For more information, visit silvercenterseguin.com or call 830-3036612.
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Geronimo VFW Dance
There will be a dance featuring the Good Ole Boys from 7 to 11 p.m. Friday Feb. 14 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N. Hwy. 123 in Geronimo. Admission is $10. The VFW Angus burger kitchen opens at 5:30 p.m. For reservations or more information call 830-379-0506 or 830-3058829.
Special Kids with Special Needs Benefit
Playland Productions & Events will present a dinner and a show, "Love at The Parthenon Lounge," at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14 and Saturday, Feb. 15 and at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 16 at the Aumont Rose Ballroom, located at 301 N. Austin St. in Seguin. Tickets are $60 and are available at the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce and at www.PlaylandEvents.com.
STEM Saturday in the Seguin ISD
The Seguin ISD in partnership with Texas State University and NASA will offer Science Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Saturdays, for fourth through eighth grade students, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays through March 7 at Barnes Middle School, located at 1539 Joe Carrillo Blvd, in Seguin. For more information call 830-401-8600.
Rabies Clinic
The Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF) will have a Rabies Clinic from 9 a.m. to noon, while supplies last, Saturday, Feb. 15 at the Starcke Park Pavilion in Seguin. The cost is $10 per dog/cat. For more information visit ARF-texas.org or follow on Facebook and Instagram.
Intro to Crisis Intervention Workshop
The Precious Life Services will offer free Intro to Crisis Intervention Workshops Saturday, Feb. 15 in New Braunfels and Saturday, Feb.22 in Seguin. Space is limited to 20 participants. For more information and to register visit www.preciouslifeservices.org or call 830372-5980.
To ensure non-profit organization's meetings and events appear in this calendar, send information to: communitycalendar@kwed1580.com, fax 379-2238, 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.
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Geronimo VFW Dance
There will be a dance featuring the Czechaholics from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 16 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N. Hwy. 123 in Geronimo. Admission is $9. The Auxiliary kitchen will feature a Bratwurst Plate at 1:30 p.m. For reservations or more information call 830379-0506 or 830-305-8829.
Retiree Meeting
There will be a Southwestern Bell Telephone Co., Legacy AT&T, Lucent & Avaya Retiree Meeting at 9:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 17 in the basement of First United Bank, located at 200 N. Austin St. in Seguin.
Lunch and Learn
The Gonzales Master Gardeners will have a Lunch and Learn Program at noon Tuesday, Feb. 18 at the PACE building, located at 623 N. Fair St. in Gonzales. Lunch will be provided. The topic will be on worm compost.
Marion Library Medicare Counseling
There will be Medicare Counseling provided by a Certified Benefits Counselor from the Alamo Area Council of Governments (AACOG) from 4 to 7 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month at the Marion Community Library. Registration is required by calling 830-491-5767 or emailing jscarlett@AACOG.com.
Relay for Life Captain Meetings
There will be Relay for Life Captain Meetings at 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays Feb. 18, March 18, and April 14 at Advanced Home Health, located at 1064 E. Ireland St. in Seguin. For more information visit www.relayforlife.org/seguintx.
Winter 2019/2020 Rotating Art Exhibit
The Seguin Public Library's Winter Rotating Art Exhibit runs through Wednesday, Feb. 19.
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Blood Drive
The Guadalupe Regional Medical Center will have a Blood Drive from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19 in the Selig Room. For more information call Veronica San Miguel at 830-401-7211.
Marion Library Visiting Author
Silver Center Dance
There will be a dance featuring the Countrymen at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21 at the Silver Center. The doors open at with a $7 admission for members and $9 for nonmembers. For more information, visit silvercenterseguin.com or call 830-3036612.
Geronimo VFW Dance
The Marion Community Library will welcome visiting author, Wendy Barker, at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19. Barker will be reading selections from her newest book " Gloss," and will be available for questions regarding her work. For more information call Please 830-914-2371.
There will be a dance featuring the Lone Star Pickerz from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 23 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N. Hwy. 123 in Geronimo. Admission is $9. The Auxiliary kitchen opens at 2 p.m. For reservations or more information call 830-379-0506 or 830- 305-8829.
Seguin Premier Toastmasters
Mid-Texas Symphony
The Seguin Premier Toastmasters will meet every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesday of the month from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the GVEC Community Room located at 927 N. Hwy. 46 in Seguin. For more information visit www.seguinpremier.toastmastersclubs.org.
PFLAG
There will be a meeting of PFLAG Seguin at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 20 in the Community Room of Mosaic Church, located at 1201 W. Court St. in Seguin. We offer support and information for parents, friends, and family of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth and adults. For more information call 512-426-7599.
NARFE Meeting
The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association will meet and discuss "Estate Planning," presented by Beverly Davidek, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 21 at the Comal County Senior Citizen Center. For more information call Alice Pullin at 760-390-4482.
Food Connection Day
The Guadalupe County Farm Bureau will have its Annual Food Connection Day at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 21 at 325 S. State Hwy. 46 in Seguin. Hamburgers and drinks will be sold for $1 until sold out with a limit of two per person.
The Mid-Texas Symphony will present, "String Fever," at 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 23 at Smithson Valley High School Auditorium in Spring Branch. For tickets and further information call 830-463-5353 or visit www.mtsymphony.org.
Battle of the Bands
The 18th Annual Rock and Roll Battle of the Bands for kids semifinals will be held Sunday, Feb. 23 at the Seguin Warehouse, Sunday, March 22 at Krause's Cafe, and Sunday, March 29 at Blue Bonnet Palace. The finals will be held Sunday, April 26 at Gruene Hall. For more information visit cissct.org.
Community Computer Session
The Texas Lutheran University will offer a free Community Computer Session from 2:30 to 3:45 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25 in the Seguin Hall Computer Lab.
SEF Fat Tuesday Fundraiser
The Seguin Education Foundation will have a Fat Tuesday fundraiser from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25 at the SeguinGuadalupe County Coliseum. There will be a Creole Bar with your choice of gumbo or jambalaya, silent auction, and Denim and Diamond raffle. Tickets are $45 and are available at KWED, located at 609 E. Court St., or by calling 830-556-8993.
Chamber Mixer
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Mixer, sponsored by NAMI Guadalupe County from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27 at the Power Plant Texas Grill, located at 2006 Stockdale Hwy. For more information call 830-379-6382.
Tamale & Chili Supper
The Marion Education Foundation and the Marion Lions Club will have its 17th Annual Tamale & Chili Supper from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27 in the Marion ISD Secondary Cafeteria. Donations are $7 per adult plate and $4 per child plate. There will be performances by the Kindergarten Choir, and Elementary Choir, and Middle School Choir. A live auction will be held after the performances. A silent auction will be held from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Proceeds benefit Marion Education Foundation Student Scholarships, teacher grants, and student field trips.
Whole Food Plant Based Potluck
There will be a Whole Food Plant Based potluck from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27 in Heirholzer Hall of the First United Methodist Church. The program will focus on how a change in diet can greatly improve your heart and cardiovascular health with Dr. Julie Remo. If you would like to bring a dish to share, remember no animal products. No meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, cheese, and no added oils. For more information email vicki78155@gmail.com.
Silver Center Dance
There will be a dance featuring the Good Ole Boys at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28 at the Silver Center. The doors open at with a $7 admission for members and $9 for nonmembers. For more information, visit silvercenterseguin.com or call 830-3036612.
Field of Honor 2020
There will be a Field of Honor 2020 fundraiser beginning at 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 29 at the American Legion Post 245, located at 618 E. Kingsbury St. in Seguin. There will be a dance with entertainment provided by Clint Taft and the Buck Wild Band and DJ Izzy D, dinner, and a silent auction. Tickets are $20 pre-sale, or $30 at the door.
To ensure non-profit organization's meetings and events appear in this calendar, send information to: communitycalendar@kwed1580.com, fax 379-2238, 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.
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Religion German Heritage Celebration
St. Ann's Circle Day Trip
The Christ Lutheran Church of Elm Creek will have its Annual Celebration of German Heritage with a service at 10:30 a.m. and BBQ Dinner from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 23 at 3305 Church Road. There will also be a live auction, live music by the Litt'l Fisherman, country store, moon bounce, and more.
The St. Ann's Circle will take its Annual Day Trip to the Bob Bullock Museum in Austin Wednesday, April 1. The cost is $30 and lunch on your own. The bus will leave promptly at 8:30 a.m. from the St. James parking lot and will return at approximately 4:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased from Pat Villeneuve 830-305-2449 or at the Parish Office during normal business hours 830-379-1796.
Lenten Concert The Emanuel's Lutheran Church and St. James Catholic Church will have a Lenten Concert, "Dwelling in the Wilderness," featuring David Kaufmann, at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 23 at St. James Catholic Church. Doors will open at 2:30 p.m. with pre-concert music provided by Tom Engler and Chris Teague.
Sweetheart Program The Zion Hill Baptist Church will have its Sweetheart Program at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 23 at 1952 Zion Hill Road in Seguin. The theme is "Four Seasons of Love," and the special singers will be the Glory Roads. For more information call 830-303-1173.
Whole Food Plant Based Potluck There will be a Whole Food Plant Based potluck from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27 in Heirholzer Hall of the First United Methodist Church. The program will focus on how a change in diet can greatly improve your heart and cardiovascular health with Dr. Julie Remo. If you would like to bring a dish to share, remember no animal products. No meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, cheese, and no added oils. For more information email vicki78155@gmail.com.
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 830-3036478.
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 be sure your religious organization’s meetings and events appear in this calendar, send information to: communitycalendar@kwed1580.com, fax (830) 379-2238, or drop off the information at the Seguin Daily News/KWED office located at 609 E. Court St.
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