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COMMUNITY CALENDAR
CCSCT
Releases Utility Assistance Application for 2023
Applications are available for the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (C.E.A.P.) provided by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs through the CCSCT. The program will help low-income consumers reduce their utility bills. There is also assistance available through the Low Income Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP). For more information visit www.ccsct.org or follow them on the socials at https://linktr.ee/ ccsct_cares.
Republican Women Luncheon
The Guadalupe County Republican Women will have its monthly Luncheon, featuring Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz, at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 23. For more information, visit www. guadalupe-county-rw.com.
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.
Meet & Greet with Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz
There will be a Meet & Greet with Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz Celebrating the opening of her District Office in Seguin from 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23 in Room 109 of the Guadalupe County Justice Center, located at 211 W. Court St. in Seguin. For more information, email RITA.JORDAN@MAIL. HOUSE.GOV.
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.
Whole Food Plant Based Potluck
There will be a Whole Food Plant Based Potluck from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23 at the First Methodist Church Seguin, located at 710 N. Austin St. in Seguin. The event will feature internationally-recognized teacher and speaker on diet and health, Dr. Klaper. For more information email, Vicki78155@gmail.com.
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.
Chamber General Membership Luncheon
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its General Membership Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 1 at the Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. The meal is $20 for members in advance or $25 for non-members and after Friday, Feb. 24. The speaker will be from Alamo Colleges on “Skills for Small Business.” The sponsor is Harvey Jacobs Custom Catering.
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 830481-3253 or register online at jacobsladderfoundation.org.
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.
Citizens Police Academy Accepting Applications
The Seguin Police Department is seeking applicants for its Citizens Police Academy 11-week course. Online applications are available at www.seguintexas.gov on the Police Department’s Crime Prevention page or can be obtained from the Seguin Police Department, located at 350 N. Guadalupe St. in Seguin. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to participate. All applicants will undergo a background check. The deadline for applications is Tuesday, Feb. 28. For more information, call 830386-2582, or email communityengagement@seguintexas.gov.
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 423227-9610.
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.
Toast to Texas Event
The City of Seguin Parks and Recreation Department will have its Toast to Texas to toast the 187th Anniversary of Texas Independence at 1:30 p.m. March 2 at the Sebastopol House, located at 704 Zorn St. in Seguin. The event is hosted by The Daughters of the Republic of Texas, the Abishai Mercer Dickson – Seguin Chapter. For more information, call Julie Sheldon at 830-305-43692 or email segindrt@gmail.com.
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 830305-0472.
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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.
Native Plant Society Special Nature Event
The Guadalupe and Lindheimer Chapters of the Native Plant Society of Texas will host a Special Nature Event, a showing of the Matthew McConaughey narrated documentary, “Deep in the Heart: A Texas Wildlife Story,” with panel talk after the movie Saturday, March 4 at the Brauntex Theater in New Braunfels. The doors open at 6 p.m. and the movie begins at 7 p.m. with panel to follow the intermission. The all-in price is $20 Main Floor, $19 Mezzanine, $18 Balcony. Tickets are available at https://ci.ovationtix.com/35342/performance/11232993. For more information visit https://brauntex.org.
Ballet Nepantla at SHS Performing Arts Center
The Ballet Nepantla, a fusion of ballet folklórico and contemporary dance, will perform at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 5 at SHS Performing Arts Center. The dance company will offer a master class to Seguin High School dance students as part of their performance, plus a Q&A after the performance for the member of the audience. Grupo Folklórico De Seguin High School will open the show. The price is a $5 donation for general seating. Tickets are available at https://pulse.ly/fl1w8a0s51.
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 8 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.
Native Plant Society Meeting
The Guadalupe Chapter of the Native Plant Society will have its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 14 at the First Presbyterian Church, located at 1121 E. Walnut St. in Seguin. Parking will be in the rear of the church and you can enter from N. Moss St. The presenter will be Master Beekeeper, Mark de Kiewiet on the cycle and seasonal interaction between climate, plants, and bees. There will be a plant/seed exchange and social time at 6:30 p.m., followed by the program. For more information visit http://npsot.org/wp/guadalupe/.
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.
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