SDN: February 24, 2023

Sign-up for cornhole tourney now underway

Jacob's Ladder tournament plus BBQ fundraiser set for Saturday

(Seguin) -- The Seguin community is invited to bring their cornhole teams and appetites to the Big Red Barn this weekend.

The Jacob’s Ladder Foundation will host a Cornhole tournament and BBQ brisket plate sale. All proceeds from the event will go directly to the foundation supporting children with cancer and their families.

The mission of the group includes providing care packages during those extended hospital stays, providing fun social activities throughout the year for those receiving chemo treatments, the purchase of Legos and blankets for patients, and financial assistance for those families who oftentimes face a financial burden when their child is diagnosed with cancer.

The registered 501(c) 3 non-profit foundation is named

in memory of Jacob Ceniseros, who died in 2015 after a threeyear battle with Leukemia. Thanks to Jacob’s parents Oscar and Sandra, the foundation has grown over the years and has helped stand alongside patients and families during these difficult times.

Cost for the tournament is $40 for each two-person team. The tourney gets underway at noon Saturday at the Big Red Barn. The foundation will also be selling brisket and sausage plates with all the trimmings. The cost is $12 a plate.

DJ Curt and Mark McConkey will also provide music entertainment.

To enter the tournament, contact Oscar at 830481-3253 or register at jacobsladderfoundation.org.

The Big Red Barn is located at 390 Cordova Rd.

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

Jacob and mom Sandra Ceniseros

ASL launches socials, chat time in Seguin

(Seguin) -- Thanks to a local group of residents, the ASL community is not going unheard here in Seguin. Tonight marks the first night for the first American Sign Language Chat Time at Court Street Coffee Shop.

Sharon Westerholm says after always having to go out of town, she and a group of other individuals felt it was time that Seguin had its own source of support.

“A group of us get together and go over to New Braunfels, the New Braunfels ASL social over there and we have always just thought about having something here in Seguin to make it a little bit more convenient for some people. We know that there are people here in Seguin that would like to partake in this and actually learn the language or who would like to be involved in some way and we just thought that we’d try to make it easier for them if we tried to start one up here as well,” said Westerholm.

Westerholm says they have scheduled a calendar of monthly gatherings, and the group is excited about extending the invitation to anyone in the community.

“The idea behind it is just for people who use ASL -deaf and hard of hearing -- just an opportunity to come together and just to socialize and share ideas. Maybe get some ideas on different issues, maybe be informed

about some different issues,” said Westerholm. “Some of the greatest people or nicest people or some of the funniest people I know are deaf and being hard of hearing myself -- it is something that I’ve always wanted to learn -- ASL. This just encourages people to come out. You can take all kinds of classes. You can take courses and things like that to learn the language which is a great thing but to really be immersed in it, be with people who know the language, who grew up with the language, who are interpreters -- that sort of thing and to be in the culture itself, you begin to pick up a lot more if you are actually interacting with people who are actually using it,” said Westerholm.

Each month, the group will meet upstairs at Court Street Coffee Shop. An elevator is available for those who need it. Westerholm says all accommodations are being made so that there are no obstacles or feelings of hesitation to attend.

“Everyone, come on out. Don’t be afraid. You may feel lost right at first but I promise you, there will be people there to help you and if it something that you want to do, I encourage you to learn it,” said Westerholm.

Today’s ASL Chat Time will be held from 6 to 8 p.m.

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

Doing their PART

Niagara employees spent the day Thursday painting and installing the fence line for one of the homes nearing completion for the Guadalupe Valley Habitat for Humanity program.

The local plant is just one of the many manufacturers and businesses that devote their time to the community. Photos courtesy Habitat for Humanity Facebook page.

Navarro Bats Come Alive in the Opener of the Panther Baseball Classic

Chris Austin

(Geronimo) -- The Navarro Panthers scored 16 runs over two innings to blow past Austin Akins 17-4 in the opener of the Panther Classic baseball tournament this morning in Geronimo.

Down 4-1 to start the bottom of the third, Caleb Wood lead off the inning for the Panthers with a double. Wood would steal third and then come home on a sacrifice fly from Bryce Nall.

Landun Taylor would triple later in the inning to bring home Marco Moncada to tie the game at four after Moncada plated Gavin Newborg with a base hit.

Hits by Blaine Pircher and Wood, who had two hits in the inning as the Panthers batted around, would lead to more runs. Another Moncada hit would clear the bases following an Akins throwing error to cap the 10 run inning.

Navarro head coach Kris Cavazos said the big inning turned the tables on the Eagles.

“Anytime you have a big inning like that, it’s demoralizing to the other team.” Cavazos said. “They got through our lineup the first two innings and we told them ‘hey you’ve seen them, there’s no excuses now and go do our approach and don’t worry about anything else, just find the barrel.’ And the kids did just that. Those kids have been working really hard and I’m really proud of them.”

The Panthers would tack on another six runs in the bottom of the fourth and then Navarro pitcher Baylor Quarles would retire the side in the top of the 5th to invoke the 10-run rule getting the win with five solid inning on the mound.

Quarles pitched in place of an ill Caleb Thomas. Cavazos credited the sophomore for stepping up and he also gave credit to the Panther defense behind him.

“We just told the guys ‘next man up’ and you always gotta be ready. (Baylor) knew he was gonna throw this week, but he didn’t know when. And on short notice, he did a great job throwing strikes and trusting his defense.” Cavazos said. “Freshman Austin Davis at third base made a lot of plays. He did a great job along with our outfield and the rest of the team.”

The Panthers are 2-0 so far on the young season. Navarro is back in action again tonight. The Panthers and Giddings Buffaloes will play at 7 p.m. to round out the first day of the tournament.

VITAL STATISTICS

Ranft

Born on May 30, 1940 to Hugh Leonard Ranft and Minna Marburger Ranft.

Died February 15, 2023

He was preceded in death by his parents and infant son and numerous close friends.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years Venave Ivy Ranft and their 5 children, Deborah Ranft, Cynthia Riebe (James), Kevin Ranft (Jamie), Brent Ranft, Stephen Ranft (Jenifer) and many beloved grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. As well as his siblings Larry Ranft, Joan Bowman (Mark), Mindy Walden, numerous in-laws, relatives and friends. While many knew him for his diligent appliance repair, many more knew he was dedicated to teaching God’s Word to any who wanted to learn. He was loved for his generous, outgoing personality and helpful disposition. He was known for using the Bible to “set things straight” while also using it to “bind up the broken-hearted.”

He will be remembered for those qualities and his hard work in serving to promote God’s will here on earth. We are confident that the words found in Nehemiah 5:19, “do remember me favorably, O my God, for all that I have done in behalf of this people” can be said with Jim in mind. We know sometime in the near future, we will once again see his broad smile, hear his booming voice singing wholeheartedly and feel his warm embrace as he begins to engage us in conversation over a shared meal.

His memorial service will be held in person at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses located at 1367 Eastwood Dr Seguin TX 78155 on February 25, 2023 at 2:00 pm. A gathering to encourage one another will be held after the service. The following is the Zoom information for those unable to attendMeeting ID: 878 1573 4112 (Password: Remember).

Callaway

Sheryl Louise (Davis) Callaway, 74, of Seguin, Texas passed away in New Braunfels, Texas on February 18, 2023. Sheryl was born in Leesville, Louisiana on December 11, 1948 to Mildred and Melvin Davis.

Sheryl grew up on the White Sands Missile base and later graduated from Las Cruces High School in New Mexico. She then went on to perform secretarial duties for the military at Fort Sam Houston and later worked for the San Antonio Post Office from which she retired after 27 years of service.

She enjoyed horseback riding and was a proud member of the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s mounted posse.

Sheryl is preceded in death by her parents, Melvin Davis and Mildred (Craig) Davis and sister, Carol Lemmen Coleman. She is survived by her husband of 23 years, Jimmie Callaway. They married on October 23, 1999. She is further survived by her brothers, Butch and Keith Davis; sister, Gayle Rosson; sons, Greg Garzonie and wife Mary Garzonie, Mark Garzonie and wife Kat Garzonie; stepchildren, Lacie Tucker and Travis Callaway; and five grandchildren, Blake, Jackson, Jacob, Samantha, and John.

Memorial Services will be held on Friday, February 24, 2023 at Goetz Funeral Home. Visitation will begin at 4:00 p.m. and the Funeral Service officiated by Pastor Paul Theiss will follow at 6:00 p.m.

Services are under the direction of Goetz Funeral Home, 713 N. Austin Street, Seguin, Texas 78155. 830-379-2313

StaRt

George William Start, age 90 of Seguin, Texas, passed away on February 9, 2023 at Windsor Nursing Home in Seguin. George was born on December 4, 1932 in Burr Oak, Michigan to Kathryn (Wert) and Howard W. Start.

Bond

Celebration of Life Services for Destiney Bond will be held Thursday the 23rd of February at 11AM from the Eunice and Lee Mortuary Chapel with Interment in the Marion Cemetery. She died at the age of 22 and is survived by her mother, Latanya Bond,siblings,Simone,Lunden,Charles Jr.,and Paris Bond. Services entrusted to the reverent care of Eunice and Lee Mortuary.

George retired from the State of Michigan Civil Rights Department in 1988. He and his wife Isabel (Izzy) moved to Seguin, Texas where his second career was in professional photography. He and Izzy worked together as C & S Photography and were prominently known for their photographing of many weddings and civic events throughout Seguin and surrounding communities until 2008.

He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 32 years, Isabel “Izzy” Cabello Start (d. 2015), his parents.

Survivors include his sons, Gary Start and Larry Start; daughter, Connie Hepler; sister, Alice Palmer; special caregivers and friends, Karen Rust and Betsy Roof; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and friends.

At George’s request there will be no funeral services.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice. 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, 7815, 830-549-5912.

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Stout VITAL STATISTICS

Thomas

“Tom” R. Stout, age 82 of Seguin, passed away on February 20, 2023. Tom was born on September 24, 1940 in Wichita Falls, Texas to Myrtle Estelle (Cox) and William R. Stout.

As a child, he grew up in Wichita Falls. Tom and his wife Annette married on September 20, 1981 at Faith Lutheran Church. For several years he worked for the Carrolton Police Department. Tom then moved to Seguin where he met Annette and owned and operated Tom’s Automotive. After retiring from the automotive repair business, he worked for Texas Lutheran University.

Tom is preceded in death by his son, James Stout, his parents and his brother William “Billy” Stout.

Survivors include his loving wife of 41 years, Annette Stout; children, Quinn Stout and his wife Sandra (Seguin, TX), Yvonne Myers and her husband Matt (Omaha, NE); Michelle Murr and her husband Drew (College Station, TX); Mary Flippin and her husband Brad (Seguin, TX); grandchildren, Paul and Claire Myers, Harper and Stout Murr, and Rylee, Lyndee and Kambree Flippin; sisters, Norma Helmer, and Karen Dailey and her husband Clarence; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and many friends.

A memorial service celebrating Tom’s life will be held on Friday, March 3, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church in Seguin with the Rev. Daniel Cave and Andrew Cave officiating. Enrichment will follow in the Faith Lutheran Church Columbarium. A reception will follow in the Life Enrichment Center (LEC). For those who desire the service may be livestreamed at https://www.facebook.com/ FaithLutheranChurchSeguinTx.

Memorial contributions may be made to Faith Lutheran Church, 1326 E. Cedar St., Seguin, Texas 78155 or the Christian Cupboard, 516 N. Camp St., Seguin, Texas 78155.

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

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Oneita Jo Owens Parsons Fraser, 99, passed away peacefully at home Saturday, February 11, 2023, in Seguin, Texas. A memorial service will be held at Tres Hewell Mortuary in Seguin, Texas, on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Jeremy Roy officiating. A private interment in the Crestview Memorial Park Cemetery in Wichita Falls, Texas will be held at a later date.

Oneita was the youngest of three children born to Randolph Lee and Callie Mae Owens in Vernon, Texas, March 18, 1923. She graduated from Vernon High School in 1940 and married John V. Parsons in 1941 in Electra, Texas and lived there until 1947 when John, Oneita and their three boys moved to Alice, Texas. Their daughter was born in 1952 in Alice, Texas. Oneita was a stayat-home mom raising their four children as most women did at that time. John passed away with cancer in 1961 which required Oneita to go to work to support her four children until they finished school. She then married Milton D. Fraser in 1978 and they lived in Sunrise Beach, Texas until his death in 1994. Oneita then moved to Seguin, Texas in 1997 to be close to her daughter, Debbie and became a member of First Baptist Church Seguin. While raising her family in Alice, she was a devoted member of the First Baptist Church of Alice and spent many years teaching children Sunday School classes and working in the church nursery during Sunday services.

HaRBoRtH

Allen Louis Harborth, a 14-year Veteran of The United States Marine Corps and resident of McQueeney, Texas went into the loving arms of Jesus on Tuesday, February 14th 2023 at the age of 82.

He was loved by all who knew him.

Allen was born on November 5th 1940 to Clara and Gilbert Harborth in Beeville, Texas. Allen was a loving, loyal, husband, father, grandfather, friend and devoted servant to Jesus.

Allen is proceeded in death by his father Gilbert Harborth, his mother Clara Harborth, baby sister Alice Harborth and his older sister, Gladiola Harborth.

He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years Inna Harborth, 4 children, Gary Harborth, Rodney Harborth, Tammy Stanford, Craig Harborth and his daughter in-law Michelle Harborth; his grandchildren Daniel Stanford, Brandi Wilt and her husband Johnathan Wilt, Madelyn Harborth and Bryce Harborth; his great grandchildren: Jase Wilt, Everett Wilt, Chloe Wilt, Zane Wilt and Ivy Wilt.

The memorial service with military honors will take place on Sunday, March 5th at 10:00 am at The American Legion Post 245 located at 618 E. Kingsbury St. Seguin, Texas, 78155.

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

She and Milton were also devoted members of the Sunrise Beach Baptist Church while living there. She and Milton traveled extensively during their life at Sunrise Beach, traveling all over the United States in their RV motor home visiting as many of the different states as they could. They also enjoyed their garden and raised many different fruits and vegetables that they shared with family and neighbors. And they enjoyed spending time boating and fishing on Lake LBJ.

She is preceded in death by her parents Randolph Lee and Callie Mae Owens of Vernon, Texas, a sister Vernalee Oliver of San Bernadino, California, a sister Audrey (Homer) Haseloff of Lockett, Texas, husband John V. Parsons of Alice, Texas, husband Milton D. Fraser of Sunrise Beach, Texas, and son Jan L. Parsons of Mt. Pleasant, Texas. She is survived by son Gilbert R. (Lois) Parsons of Round Rock, Texas, son Loren J. (Betty) Parsons of Bryan-College Station, Texas, daughter Debbie A. Koehn of Seguin, Texas, granddaughter Ashley (Jason) Parsons Coggins and great grandson, Sam Coggins of Houston, Texas, nephew Jonathan Haseloff of La Vernia, Texas and niece Pamela Haseloff Murrell of Vernon, Texas.

The family is very grateful to Sara Vogel, Linda Hall, and Sandra Martin of Guadalupe Regional Hospice Services and faithful caregivers Terry Ball and Sylvia Garcia of Home Instead along with Christina Perankovich and staff of Caring Senior Services for their dedication and kindness to our mother in her final years.

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.

BRown

Dominga Rosas Brown, age 82 of Seguin, went to be with her Lord on February 18, 2023. Dominga was born on September 22, 1940, in Seguin, Texas to the late Guadalupe and Hilaria Rosas. She is preceded in death by her father, Guadalupe De Leon Rosas, mother, Hilaria Rosas and stepmother, Francis Rosas, brothers, Ignacio Rosas and Mike Rosas and sister, Guadalupe Perez.

Left to cherish her memory is her husband of 57 years of marriage, Gene Brown; children, Gene Brown Jr. (Melissa), Erin Brown (William Ethridge) and Everett Brown (Callie Crady); grandchildren, Gene Brown III, Sterling Brown, Thomas Brown, Bridger Ethridge; step grandson, Anthony Bullara; brothers, Joe Rosas, Tony Rosas, Jesse Rosas (Amanda); sisters, Mercedes Rosas Sanchez (Porfirio), Paula Hillborn; special in her heart as family, Ayannah Rosas and Evelyn Norman-Clark as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.

Visitation will be at Grace Lutheran Church: 935 E. Mountain St., Seguin, Texas on Monday, February 27, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. a Funeral Service will begin at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Roger Hotopp officiating and interment will follow at Kingsbury Cemetery.

COVID Vaccination Reduces Heart Attack, Stroke Risk

(New York, NY) -- A new study finds being vaccinated against COVID significantly reduces the risk of having a heart attack or stroke. Researchers at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York conducted the study on two million COVID-19 patients. They found being fully vaccinated reduced the risk of a heart attack or stroke by more than 40-percent while partially vaccinated patients’ risk decreased by about 24-percent.

Pentagon Warns Military To Avoid Poppy Seeds Ahead Of Drug Tests

(Washington, DC) -- The Defense Department is warning military members to avoid foods with poppy seeds over concerns they could affect drug testing. A memo went out to all service members telling them to avoid “all consumption” of poppy seeds, including in food products and baked goods. The U.S. Anti-Doping Agency says poppy seeds can absorb opium extract when harvested and can apparently sometimes cause morphine and codeine to be detected in the bloodstream, leading to false positives in drug tests.

Yale Study Finds Black Women Not Getting Right Testing For Uterine Cancer

(New Haven, CT) A new study finds Black women aren’t getting the right testing to detect uterine cancer. Researchers at Yale School of Medicine compiled information from more than 44 Medicaid patients . They analyzed women who reported abnormal uterine bleeding and who were later diagnosed with uterine cancer. The study reported twice as many Black patients than white patients had none of the necessary procedures to evaluate their conditions.

Exercise Tracking Devices May Interfere With Pacemakers

(Salt Lake City, Utah) -- Electronic exercise tracking devices may be problematic for certain heart patients. A recent study at the University of Utah found some smart watches, smart scales and smart rings may interfere with pacemakers or implantable defibrillators. The researchers discovered those smart devices that send an slight electrical current through the body to determine muscle or fat mass, for example, can confuse cardiac implantable devices and cause them to malfunction.

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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

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.

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 830-481-3253 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 830-386-2582, 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 423-227-9610.

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.

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 210846-53.

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 830-305-0472.

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.

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.

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 con

temporary 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.

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 15 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.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Knights of Columbus Fish Fry

The Knights of Columbus will have a Fish Fry from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 17 at the Columbus Club, located at 1015 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Plates include fish and three sides for $12 and will be available to go or dine-in.

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.

Knights of Columbus Pork Steak Plate Sale

The Knights of Columbus will have a Pork steak Plate Sale from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sunday, March 19 at the Columbus Club, located at 1015 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Plates include pork steak and three sides for $12.

Chamber March After Hours Mixer

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its March After Hours Mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, March 30 at 225 Saunders Suites 6, 8, and 13. The event is sponsored by Paws to Perfection Pet Salon, Pecan City Disc Golf Shop, and URSA Botanicals.

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.

Business in the Park 2023

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Business in the Park 2023 from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 20 in Central Park in Downtown Seguin. There will be food trucks, vendors, and live music.

Seguin River 5K Run/Walk

The Seguin Faith Lutheran Church small group, Life Bridge, will have a Seguin River 5k Run/Walk at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, April 22 at the Patricia K. Irvine King Pavilion, located at 104 River Dr. East in Seguin. For event details visit www.athleteguild.com/event/seguin-tx/2023-seguin-5k-river-runwalk. For questions, contact Cody Goetz at SeguinRiverRun@ gmail.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.

Kiwanis Club Flapjack Jamboree

The Seguin Kiwanis Club will have its Kiwanis Club Flapjack Jamboree from 6:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 29 in the parking lot adjacent to the First Methodist Church on N. Austin St. in Seguin. Plates of pancakes and sausage are $10 each. This is a drive-thru event and the Navarro Jazz band will be providing live music. Proceeds benefit scholarships, sponsorships, and other community needs.

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.

Teacher of the Year Dinner & Awards Presentation

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Teacher of the Year Dinner & Awards Presentation from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, May 1 at the Seguin Coliseum. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the cost is $25 per person. For more information, call 830-379-6382.

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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