COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Guadalupe Master Naturalist Meeting

The Guadalupe Master Naturalist will meet from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, March 27 at the AgriLife Extension, located at 210 E. Live Oak St. in Seguin. The speaker will be Leon Ruttley of San Antonio’s Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation.

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.

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.

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.

Luling Foundation Scholarships Deadline

The Luling Foundation trade, agriculture and healthcare scholarship applications are due on Friday, March 31. For more information call 830-875-2438. Applications are available online at www.lulingfoundation.org.

All-In

For Agricultural Education Fundraiser

There will be an All-in For Agricultural Education Fundraiser at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 15 at the Texas Agricultural Education & Heritage Center (The Big Red Barn) on Saturday, April 15. There will be complimentary beverages and snacks. Dinner will be served at 5 p.m. Registration begins at 12:30 p.m. Early Bird registration is $250 through Friday, March 31 and $300 up to the day of the event. A Group Rate of $200 is available for four or more purchased together. To register and buy online visit https://texagedu.org, or to buy in person at Westerholm Koehler Insurance, Gift and Gourmet, The Big Red Barn.

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.

APRIL

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.

Plant and Bake Sale

The Immaculate Conception Church will have a Plant and Bake Sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 1 at 212 N. Barnett St. in Marion.

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 via 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.

La Trinidad UMC Palm Sunday Service

The La Trinidad United Methodist Church will begin its Bilingual Holy Week Services with a 10:45 a.m. Palm Sunday Service on Sunday, April 2 at 306 E. Gonzales St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-379-1991.

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.

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. Learn more at www.NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.

Volunteer Van Drivers Needed

Guadalupe County Veteran Services Office is in great need of volunteer van drivers. Even those who can only commit to one day per month. Volunteers will drive local veterans who have no transportation to their VA medical appointments in San Antonio. To volunteer, call 830303-4188 ext. 1249.

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.

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.

Chamber 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 per meal is $25.

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 GVEC Community Room, located at 927 SH-46 in Seguin. 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.

NAMI Family Support Group

The NAMI Family Support Group for adult family members and friends of adults with mental health conditions meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at First Methodist Church Seguin. Learn more at www.NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.

Geronimo Lions Meeting

The Geronimo Lions meet at 6:30 a.m. on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at the Big Red Barn on Cordova Road. Breakfast is provided. For more information, call Steven Hughes at 870-949-5003.

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

La Trinidad UMC Maunday Thursday Service

The La Trinidad United Methodist Church continues its Bilingual Holy Week Services with a 7 p.m. Maunday Thursday Service on Thursday, April 6 at 306 E. Gonzales St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-3791991.

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.

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