COMMUNITY CALENDAR

The Nutty Elks Spring Fling Artisan & Craft Show

The Nutty Elks Spring Fling Artisan & Craft Show will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 18 at the Seguin Elks Lodge, located at 1331 CH Matthies Jr. in Seguin. Admission and parking are free. There will be music, food trucks, artisans, crafters, collectibles, and more.

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.

NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group

The NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group for adults with mental health conditions meets from 6:30-8 p.m. on the first and third Mondays of each month at First Methodist Church Church. Learn more at www.NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.

Republican Women Luncheon

The Guadalupe County Republican Women will have its monthly Luncheon, featuring Former CIA Operations Officer, Eric Burkhart, at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, March 23. Lunch is available for $15 by making reservations by March 20. Call or text Glenda Layton at 830-391-3979. For more information, visit www.guadalupe-county-rw.com.

Family

Matters Presentation

The Precious Life Services will offer a Family Matters presentation from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 25 in the GVEC Community Room. Participants will learn and discuss ideas to help strengthen your family. Space is limited. The registration deadline is Monday, March 20 by calling 830-372-5980.

Sunrise Lions 4th Annual Springtime Fun Run/Walk

The Seguin Sunrise Lions will have its 4th Annual Springtime Fun Run/Walk beginning with check in at 8 a.m. Saturday, March 25 at Walnut Springs Park, to Park West and back. There will be awards for Top Finisher, Best 4 Team Sponsored Finish, Most Sponsored Participants, and Best Themed Costume. The theme is, “I survived the Lions’ Jungle Fun Run.” For more information, call 830-305-2624 or email Marvel. maddox@gmail.com.

Navarro Athletic Booster Club Fundraising Event

The Navarro Athletic Booster Club will have its 10th Annual “Let ‘Em Ride” fundraising event at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, March 25 at the Big Red Barn, located at 390 Cordova Road. The cost is $25 each pre-sale and $30 at the door. For more information visit the Navarro Athletic Booster Club Facebook page.

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.

Chamber April Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its April Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 5 at the Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. The cost is $20 per meal for members in advance and $25 for non-members and after Friday, March 31.

Eggapalooza Egg Hunt For All Abilities

The Emanuel’s Lutheran Church, Texas Lutheran University, and the Believe It Foundation will have an Eggapalooza Egg Hunt For All Abilities at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, April 1 at Bulldog Stadium on the campus of Texas Lutheran University. There will be 20,000 eggs to be found and ages 2 to 12 years of age are welcome.

Duckfest 2023

The Navarro Education Foundation will have its Duckfest 2023 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 1 at the Navarro ISD Campus. The 5K Waddle registration and warm-up begins at 10:30 a.m., followed by the helicopter duck drop at noon. For more information on registration and to adopt ducks, visit www.nisd. us (More/Foundation tab) or email nef2009@aol.com. Find the Foundation on social media vis NavarroEdFoundation.

SEF Race For Education 5K

The Seguin Education Foundation will have its Race for Education 5K at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 1 at The Backyard, located at 225 N. Saunders St. in Seguin. Information about sponsorship, volunteer, and race registration is available on the SEF’s Facebook page and online at https://tinyurl.com/v3f546dp. Contact kelly Follis at 830-379-0325 or kfollis@seguin.k12. tx.us with questions or for additional information.

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.

Pickleball 101 Clinic

The City of Seguin Parks and Recreation Department will offer a Pickleball 101 Clinic from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 4 at the Seguin-Saegert Pickleball Complex, located at 418 W. Mountain St. in Seguin. The clinic is for ages 18 and older. Players must wear athletic closed-toe shoes. Equipment will not be provided. Online registration is required at www.bit. ly/SeguinPickleballClinic. For more information, call 830-401-2480.

Beginning Drawing Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Beginning Drawing Class from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 6 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. This beginning class will focus on basic drawing techniques. The cost is $30 and

830-401-9972 supplies included. The class is limited to 10. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

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 830379-4348.

Race to Raise 5K Run/Walk

The Guadalupe Regional Medical Foundation will have its 10th Annual Race to Raise 5K Run/Walk at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, April 29 at Pecantown Books & Brews. Register by Monday, April 10 to be guaranteed a t-shirt. The cost is $35 for adults, and the Kids 1 Mile (12 $ under) is $25. For more information and to register, visit: https://www.grmedfoundation. org/race-to-raise-2023.html. All proceeds benefit the LifeSaver Grant Program, with a portion designated to the General Endowment. Funds raised are used to purchase equipment and materials, and provide support for programs that enhance and advance patient care at GRMC.

Adult Pickleball League

There will be an Adult Pickleball League held from 6 to 8 p.m. every Tuesday from April 11 through May 16 at the Seguin-Saegert Pickleball Complex, located at 418 W. Mountain St. in Seguin. The league includes four weeks of games and a final Championship Week, played with those of similar skill. Participants must commit to all five weeks of league play. Inclement weather day is scheduled for Tuesday, May 16. Players must wear athletic closed-toe shoes. Equipment will not be provided. Online registration is required at www.bit.ly/SeguinPickleballLeague. For more information, call 830-401-2480.

Needle Weaving Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Needle Weaving Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 15 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Learn five easy stitches you can use to make a beautiful wall hanging. This skill can also be used to make handbags, place mats, pillows and more. The cost is $30, supplies included. The class is limited to 10. For more information, call 830305-0472.

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.

Hispanic Chamber Annual Awards Banquet

The Seguin Guadalupe County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and TAMACC Education Foundation will have its 34th Annual Awards Banquet presentations beginning with a Social Hour at 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 19 at the Seguin Coliseum. Tickets are $50 and are available by calling 830-372-3151.

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