SDN: April 12, 2023

Seguin ISD CELEBRATES

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Teachers of the Year in the district being recognized

(Seguin) — The celebration of campus teachers of the year continues this spring in the Seguin ISD.

The school district is again recognizing the daily accomplishments of all teachers especially those selected as the Teacher of the Year for their respective Seguin ISD campus.

The top 13 teachers in the Seguin ISD for the 2022-2023 school year have been named.

The teachers were each selected as Teacher of the Year by their campus peers. Gold, pg. 3

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

Bily Maples, Seguin Alternative School

Criselda Martinez, Vogel Elementary

Haley Long, Brisemeister MS

Michelle Mize, McQueeney Elementary

Brandy Grimm, MBLC

Christina Balderas, Seguin HS Debora Rideaux, Rodriguez Elementary

Jacquelyn Cardenas, Jefferson Elementary

Stephanie Weaver, Koennecke Elementary

Christina Smith, Barnes MS

Edith Vargas, Ball Early Childhood

Marie Cevallos, Patlan Elementary

Travis Sutton, Weinert Elementary

The fight against child abuse continues in Guadalupe County

Agencies share their role in keeping all kids safe

(Seguin) – It not only takes a village to raise a child. It also apparently takes a village to protect them.

The partnerships that exist in Guadalupe County to protect children from abuse and neglect were recently applauded during a meeting of the Guadalupe County Commissioners Court. The various entities that are 100 percent children shared their specific roles as part of the court’s observance and recognition of April as being Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month.

Christy Williams, the executive director of the Guadalupe County Children’s Advocacy Center, was among the first to speak at the podium. Williams provided insight to the advocacy center and it’s important role in serving children from all corners of the county.

“In 2022, 849 children were served, 536 forensics interviews were completed, 481 family advocacy sessions were completed, 1,857 therapy sessions to 157 children, 454 therapy sessions to 49 adults, 60 children completed our radKIDS personal empowerment and safety program so prevention so hopefully, we don’t have to see those kids come through our doors later and 138 children are working to complete a new prevention program that we implemented at Navarro ISD. It’s called Teen Safety Matters. It talks about mental health, abduction, abuse – all of the things that kids need to be talking about at their individual developmental level,” said Williams. We are also partnering with Seguin ISD to roll that out with them next year.”

Joshua Ray, chief deputy of the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office, also spoke on the role and commitment that the law enforcement agency has in protecting children.

“As many of you know, the sheriff serves on the

board for the child advocacy center. The sheriff’s office continues to be involved with fundraising and in any aspect that we can be involved in. From personal experience, I’ve got a little bit of experience in working some of the investigations that criminally that we deal with, with child victims and I’ve worked with child advocacy centers not with just this one but throughout the state. These are victims who are often not in a position to fight for themselves so it’s critical that we have these services, that we have people who step up and who are willing to make this type of sacrifice to be their voice,” said Ray.

Guadalupe County advocates not only have a voice and active role locally but also extend that support throughout the region. That’s at least the case for Diane Anderson-Glover who serves as the Region 8 council president for the Texas Council of Child Welfare Boards. Anderson-Glover who advocates for not only Guadalupe County but the other 19 counties that she represents says work is being done everyday in support of children.

“During the fiscal year 2021-2022, there were 1649 intakes, 1,018 investigations completed, 26 children removed – average number of children in care for a 12 month period was 45. Families that were assisted with the Rainbow Room (a room having emergency donations such as diapers, clothes, baby items) was 87, the number of children assisted with the Rainbow Room was 116 and the number of children assisted with emergency funds was 80. The Guadalupe County Welfare Board is made up of volunteers between 8 and 15 members approved by the commissioner’s court and we really appreciate everything you do and continue to support us,” said Anderson-Glover.

Among the outside agencies who also step in to protect children in Guadalupe County is BELONG which stands for Building a better tomorrow for children and families. Representing the non-profit agency was Kane Jaggers who provided an even closer look at the numbers of kids who are affected by abuse, neglect, and trauma.

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Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

Commissioners recently signed a proclamation observing the month of April as Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month in Guadalupe County. The proclamation was in recognition of all the various entities that work together in support of local children and their families.

Gold, continued.

Those named as Teacher of the Year for their respective schools include Edith Vargas Pu’, of Ball Early Childhood Center; Jacquelyn Cardenas of Jefferson Avenue Elementary School; Stephanie Weaver, of Koennecke Elementary School; Michelle Mize, of McQueeney Elementary School; Marie Cevallos, of Patlan Elementary School; Debora Rideaux, of Rodriguez Elementary School;

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Criselda “Gracie” Martinez, of Vogel Elementary School; Travis Sutton, of Weinert Elementary School;

“BELONG is the lead provider of communitybased care in the South Central and Hill Country region which includes Guadalupe County as well as 26 others. Essentially, we have consumed the responsibility of the Texas Department of Family Protective Services as it relates to legal case management and placement for children who have been removed from their home environments. Last year, there was nearly 57,000 children confirmed victims of abuse and neglect in the state of Texas. BELONG works to build up communities, pour back into those who want to be a part of the solution so we can ultimately keep children connected with their schools, families and friends and hopefully be able to return them back home,” said Jaggers.

Also, riding into town whenever a child needs them are members of B.A.C.A., Bikers Against Child Abuse.

Representing the San Antonio Chapter before commissioners was President “Seco.” Seco not only explained his name but a detailed explanation of how members are there to ensue that the kids feel safe.

“Seco was not the name my mom gave us. All of us ride with road names and it’s for a reason. It’s for anonymity. Our goal is to empower children to not be afraid of the world in which they live. Abused kids, we adopt them into our family. That’s how we do things. They get a road name. They get a cut (vest). They get people assigned to them that are with them every couple of weeks initially and it continues through their journey. If they go to court, we go to court with them. If they are afraid of court, we will go with the kids early and walk them through a courtroom and show them – this is where the judge sits. This is where the jury sits. This is where the (abuser) sits. It’s right by the bailiff. You see, you are way away from them. You don’t have to look at (him). Identify him and say ‘the guy with the ugly tie’ and after that, we will be there in that room with the kid if they want us and that is a key feature of what we do. It’s all up to the kid. Do they want us part of their journey?” said Seco.

Wrapping up the list of representatives that make up this village of protection for abused and neglected

Christina Smith, of Barnes Middle School; Haley Long, of Briesemeister Middle School; Bily Maples, of Alternative School; Brandy Grimm, of Mercer-Blumberg Learning Center and Christina Balderas, of Seguin High School.

Each of these teachers will now go on to compete for the district’s title of Seguin ISD Elementary Teacher of the Year and Secondary Teacher of the Year. The annual awards banquet for that contest is slated for Thursday, May 26.

children was Jade Dimitri community engagement coordinator for CASA of Central Texas. Dimitri shared the group’s reliance on community members to be trained so that they can walk alongside the child throughout his or her court experience.

“At CASA, we provide trained, community advocates for the children in foster care so they have somebody as a support person for the life of their CPS case from beginning to end, a stable face, a stable presence and somebody to represent their best interest in court. Along with all of the other agencies and organizations represented here, we plan to have numerous activities throughout the month of April to continue our education, awareness and prevention efforts in hopes of ultimately working ourselves out of a job and ending child abuse. Until then, our goal is to provide 100 percent of the kids in care with a trained CASA advocate,” said Dimitri.

In its observance of Child Abuse and Prevention Month, Williams challenged the community to assist all agencies in their fundraising efforts throughout the year. She says the Guadalupe County Children’s Advocacy Center alone has events year-round if not monthly.

“We always can use volunteers. We have a wish list on our website for items and we are looking for sponsors and donors for our upcoming events. We have our online campaign for the month of April called Champions for Courageous Children so it’s a peer-to-peer fundraising platform. We have our Schertz Designer Purse Bingo that will be May 11, a casino night again on June 22 at the Bluebonnet Palace and then in July, we’ll have our Knockout Child Abuse Fiesta,” said Williams.

Awareness on child abuse is again visible this April with the planting of 13 pinwheel gardens on lawns across the county including on the lawn of the Guadalupe County Courthouse. Each year the pinwheels are displayed to illustrate the number of children serviced by the non-profit organization. This year, that number is 849.

Community members wishing to join the fight against child abuse and neglect are asked to contact anyone of the agencies mentioned and ask how they can also be a part of the village for kids.

Gonzalez, Strother Sweep SCAC Honors

SEGUIN, Texas --Texas Lutheran freshman Serena Gonzalez (Corpus Christi/Foy H. Moody) and senior Ashlyn Strother (Seabrook/Clear Falls) combined to sweep the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference (SCAC) weekly honors after their performances in TLU’s three-game sweep of Southwestern.

Strother was named SCAC Pitcher of the Week after allowing three runs (one earned) on nine hits (0.54 ERA) in her two appearances (13.0 IP) on the weekend to go with two wins in the circle. The senior righty allowed the Pirates just a .184 opponent batting average on the weekend. In Wednesday’s game one, Strother would go command the circle into extra innings and surrendered three runs, only one being earned, on seven hits to pair with nine strikeouts. On Saturday, Strother would toss yet another complete game, earning career win No. 59, passing former Bulldog Amanda Stevens (2002-05) to become TLU’s all-time wins leader, as No. 4 Texas Lutheran finished off a three-game sweep of Southwestern with a 12-0, five-inning run-rule victory. Perfect through three innings against the Pirates, Strother only allowed two hits in the game while striking out eight. It’s her seventh shutout this season and 22nd of her career. On the season, the reigning SCAC Pitcher of the Year moved to 13-0 with a 0.52 ERA and 83 strikeouts.Strother, who currently leads the SCAC with 83 strikeouts, is now seventh all-time in league history with 429.

Gonzalez collected SCAC Hitter of the Week for the first time in her career, batting .714 on the weekend with two home runs, eight RBIs, and a double for a 1.714 slugging percentage. The freshman Designated Player registered her second three-hit game of her career in Saturday’s run-rule win over the Pirates, finishing 3-for-3 with a grand slam and five RBIs. On the season, Gonzalez is batting .434, which ranks sixth in the SCAC, leads the team with 36 RBIs and leads the SCAC and is ranked seventh nationally with eight home runs. Gonzalez is one homer shy of tying the TLU freshman home run record held by Haley Padilla (9, 2018).

It marks the first weekly honor of 2023 for Gonzalez and the fourth for Strother.

The 4th-ranked Bulldogs travel to Trinity this week, April 14-15, for a three-game conference series. All streaming and live stats links will be available on tlubulldogs.com.

For more information on Texas Lutheran softball, follow the Bulldogs on Facebook (@txlutheransoftball), Twitter (@TLUsoftball), and Instagram (@tlu_softball) and as always you can find updates on all Texas Lutheran athletics on tlubulldogs.com and all official TLU social media channels (@tluathletics on Twitter, @tlu_athletics on Instagram and TikTok, and @tlubulldogs on Facebook).

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Josefina Cañas, age 84 of Seguin, Texas, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2023. “Fina” was born in Mexico to Josefina and Jose Salud and lived most of her life in Seguin. She was a member of St. James Church and St. Ann’s Circle and found strength in her faith and family.

Fina is preceded in death by her parents and 12 siblings. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 58 years, Dr. Angel Cañas; daughter Dr. Fina Barouch and her husband Dan; granddaughters, Susanna and Natalie; older sister Elisa; numerous nieces, nephews, and other loving family members and friends.

The recitation of the Holy Rosary will begin, Thursday, April 13, 2023 at 10 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church in Seguin followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. with the Reverend Canon Stanislaw Fiuk officiating. A reception will follow in the Family Center. Private interment will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. James Catholic Church, 510 S. 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.

Elsa R. Borrego, age 74 of Seguin, passed away on April 9, 2023. Elsa was born on October 7, 1948 in Mexico to Leticia (Rodriguez) and Antonio Robles.

Elsa is preceded in death by her husband, Fernando Garcia Borrego and her parents.

Survivors include her son, Fernando R. Borrego and wife Leslie Flynn; step-daughters, Caroline Macias and husband Robert and Christine Pastrano and husband Jerry; step-grandchildren, Robert Macias, III, Shardee Macias and Danielle Trevino; siblings, Maria Luisa, Enrique, Jorge and Patricia; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and friends.

Visitation will begin on, Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at 5 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel followed by the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 6:30 p.m. with Deacon Nick Carrillo officiating. Graveside services and interment will be held on Thursday, April 13, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Mission Burial Park South in San Antonio, Texas. Serving as pallbearers will be Enrique Robles, Jesse Valdez, Jorge Robles and her son, Fernando.

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.

Koenen

Patti Jean Koenen, age 68 of Seguin, passed away on March 16, 2023, after battling COPD and lung cancer. Patti was born December 14, 1954, to E. Patricia Walsh and Charles William Volkert Jr. in Dover, New Jersey. She married Charles Everett Koenen, Sr. on September 30, 1972 in New Jersey. They had four children together and relocated to Texas in 1984. Patti was “Nana” to 11 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

Patti is preceded in death by her parents and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. She is survived by her former husband, Charles Everett Koenen, Sr. and their four children, Charles Everett Koenen, Jr. (wife Carol), Kevin Koenen (wife Athena), Stephen Koenen (wife Casey), and Stephanie Adams (husband Albert); her grandchildren Cambry Terry (husband Cory), Lindsay Pennington (husband Bailey), Kaylie Koenen, Haylie Koenen, Lathan Koenen, Katalina Adams, Tyler Koenen, Raelee Adams, Kaylin Koenen, Tripp Adams, and Kaydence Koenen; and great-grandchildren Carter and Callan Terry, and Brooklyn Pennington. Other survivors include her sisters, Carol Henriksen (husband Steve) and Karen Bodine; her brother, Charles William Volkert III (wife Pauline); and many other beloved family and friends.

We invite you to join us as we celebrate her life with a memorial service planned for 2:00 p.m. on Friday, April 14th, 2023 at Tres Hewell Mortuary. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 1:00pm-2:00pm with a reception following at the Seguin Silver Center.

DOJ Files Appeal Against TX Judge’s Abortion Pill Ruling (Washington, DC) -- The Justice Department is appealing a controversial ruling from a federal judge in Texas that would suspend the abortion pill mifepristone [[ mif-uh PRIS tone ]]. This, as a top Biden administration official is out with a warning that Friday’s ruling could set a dangerous precedent for all FDA-approved drugs. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra [[ HAH-vee-air beh-SEH-ruh ]] told CNN’s State of the Union the FDA-approval process would be “turned upside down” if a lone judge is allowed to impose his opinion over scientific research. Becerra would not comment when asked if the FDA would simply ignore the ruling, as some lawmakers and legal experts have suggested.

Senator Blumenthal Recovering From Surgery For Broken Leg (Hartford, CT) -- Senator Richard Blumenthal is recovering from surgery after breaking his leg at a UConn victory parade. The lawmaker’s spokesperson says it happened in Hartford on Saturday when another parade-goer tripped and fell on top of Blumenthal. The 77-year-old Democrat was in visible pain, but soldiered on to salute the UConn Huskies men’s basketball team for winning their fifth NCAA Championship. Blumenthal had surgery the next day at Stamford Hospital for a broken femur and has pins in his leg. He’s expecting to be released today and says he plans to return to Washington next week.

Governor DeWine Attends Opening Of Primary Care Clinic In East Palestine (East Palestine, OH) -- Ohio Governor DeWine was in East Palestine Monday, attending the ribbon cutting ceremony for a new primary care clinic. The clinic will be different from the temporary clinics that have opened in the area because healthcare providers will now be able to diagnose, treat and write prescriptions at the facility. Meantime, Ohio Department of Agriculture health inspectors are collecting plant tissue samples from farms in the East Palestine area and testing them for semi volatile organic compounds associated with the February train derailment.

Chocolate Poisoning In Dogs Surges Around Easter

(Undated) -- Keep an eye on your dog post-Easter because chocolate poisoning shoots up during this time. In 2022, the number of cases surged 123-percent higher than all other times of year excluding December, according to data from Agria Pet Insurance released by The Kennel Club. The canine organization is urging dog owners to keep their eye on Easter sweets around their pets. An expert from the Kennel Club adds that dogs’ keen sense of smell allows them to sniff out treats to get at them, so it’s especially important to look out for them.

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COMMUNITY COMMUNITY CALENDAR

TX FAME/TSTC Preview Event

The Texas FAME Lone Star Chapter and Texas State Technical College will have a Preview Event from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 13 at the chapter’s FAME Technical Center inside Building A of the Central Texas Technology Center, located at 2189 FM 758 in New Braunfels. Recruiters will be on-site to assist with the application process for courses which will begin in August 2023. To register for courses, visit https://bit.ly/3njWMM9.

Matador Family Bash

The Superintendent Student Advisory Team will host a Matador Family Bash on Thursday, April 13 at Matador Stadium. There will be games/fair from 5:30 to 7 p.m. and a showing of the movie, “RIO,” from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Bring blankets and pillows for comfort on the football field. The concession stand will be open for food purchases.

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.

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 830386-0334.

Moonlight & Roses

The Seguin Main Street program will have its Moonlight & Roses event at 7 p.m. Friday, April 14 in the Memorial Rose Garden. Picnic baskets for two which includes a charcuterie board with cheese, meat, crackers, pickles/ olives, nuts, fresh berries, and a little sweet treat, 2 wine glasses, and a blanket are available for $75. There will also be live music by The Dirty River Jazz Band and the presentation of the 2022 Downtown Awards. To purchase a basket or for more information, call 830-4012445.

Seguin Pan-AM Easter Egg Hunt

The Seguin Pan-Am will have its Easter Egg Hunt at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 15 at the corner of North Guadalupe St. and Seidemann St. There will be plenty of eggs and prizes, gift certificates and toys for ages 1 through 12.

Zonta Scholarships Deadline

The Zonta Club of Seguin will award two (2) non-traditional memorial scholarships to two Guadalupe County Women who qualify. The deadline for applying is Saturday, April 15. For assistance in applying, call 830379-6790. Information and applications are available at https://seguinzonta.org/scholarship-application.

Zonta Rummage Sale

The Zonta Club of Seguin will have a Rummage Sale beginning at 8 a.m. Saturday, April 15 at the National Guard Building, located at 1002 S. Guadalupe St. in Seguin.

Shoot For Scholarship

The Hermann Sons Life Seguin will have its Shoot For Scholarship from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 15 at Moyesway Shooting Sports, located at 12601 FM 20 in Kingsbury. Main Event prices are $100 per youth and $125 per adult. Side Event prices are $50 per youth and $60 per adult. There will also be food trucks on site for breakfast and lunch. Pre-register at www.iclays.com.

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 830-305-0472.

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. Registration is $300 up to the day of the event. 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.

Sweet Home Choir Day

The Sweet Home Baptist Church will have its Choir Day at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 16. The guest minister will be Rev. Kevin Nelson of the Calvary Baptist Church of San Antonio.

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.

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.

Comal Country Music Show

The Comal Country Music Show will be held from 7:30 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, April 18 at the Columbus Club Hall, located at 111 Landa St. in New Braunfels. The feature guests performers will be Bob Appel and Denise Steele. The doors open at 6 p.m. with an $8 cover charge. Proceeds benefit Charity.

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.

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.

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.

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.

City of Seguin Spring Clean-up Day

The City of Seguin will have its Spring Clean-up Day from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 22 at the Seguin Events Complex (Coliseum) parking lot, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. A proof of residency is required. Accepted items include: junk disposal, scrap metal, appliances (without Freon), a maximum of 10 automobile tires (no larger than 19.5”). Paper shredding will also be available. Items that will not be accepted include: hazardous material or chemicals, brush/limbs, fences, sheds, construction materials or debris, appliances with Freon, tractor-trailer, mower, bike or ATV tires, and no tires from local businesses. For more information, call 830-401-2416 or visit https://bit.ly/SeguinCleanUpDay.

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/seguintx/2023-seguin-5k-river-runwalk. For questions, contact Cody Goetz at SeguinRiverRun@gmail.com.

Seguin ISD Community Kite Festival

The Seguin ISD will have its 2nd Annual Community Kite Festival from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 22 at Manuel C. Castilla Park, located at 2402 N. Guadalupe St. in Seguin. There will be music, games, vendor booths, community resources, free food or food truck options, arts & craft, kite making, kite flying, and door prizes. Bring your own chairs or blankets for sitting. The event is recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month (May) by the Seguin ISD ACE Program, Student Services, and Whole Child Initiatives.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Sounds of Seguin Car Show

The Seguin High School Matador Band will have its Sounds of Seguin Car Show from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 22 in the Seguin High School Parking Lot, located at 1315 East Cedar St. in Seguin. There will be food, raffles, games, and more. To enter, visit https:// tinyurl.com/soscarshow23.com. For more information, email soundsofseguin@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.

Rose

Painting Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Rose Painting Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 22 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Learn the steps to complete your own yellow rose of Texas. Once you learn this technique it can be applied to many other forms of art. The class is for adults and the cost is $40 with supplies included. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

Guadalupe Lodge BBQ Fundraiser

The Guadalupe Lodge BBQ Fundraiser will be held from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, April 22 at 1945 W. Kingsbury St. in Seguin. Plates are $15 and include pulled pork and sausage, sides, dessert and drink. There will be drive through and dine-in available. There will also be a silent auction.

Republican Women Luncheon

The Guadalupe County Republican Women will have its monthly Luncheon, featuring Daniel Miller, President of the Texas Nationalist Movement, at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, April 27. To reserve a $15 lunch, call Glenda Layton at 830-391-3979 or email caddobigred@yahoo.com by Monday, April 24. For more information, visit www.guadalupe-county-rw.com.

Glory Time! Worship, Teaching and Miracles

The River’s of Glory Ministry/Penny Kleinschmidt, will have its Glory Time! Worship, Teaching and Miracles at 7 p.m. Monday, April 24 and at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 25 at the Hillcrest Church Gymnasium, located at 1440 Eastwood Dr. in Seguin. Admission is free and childcare will not be provided. The speaker will be Kola Emiola, Apostle & Prophet to the Nations Dominion Impact Church, Ibadan, Nigeria. Leading praise and worship will be Sandra Dee Mahone and Dwayne Williams.

Chamber After Hours Mixer

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its April After Hours Mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 26 at the Grain Bin Cafe & Store, located at 121 Dennis Drive in Seguin. For more information, call 830379-6382.

Seguin Art League High School Art Show

The Seguin Art League will have its High School Art Show Thursday, April 27 through Saturday, April 29 for all students in grades 9 through 12. Art will be accepted from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, April 27 in McKeogh Hall at

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church. There is no entry fee and a prospectus is available at www.seguinartleague. com. Artwork must be ready for display and cannot exceed 36 inches in any direction. For more information, call 830-305-0472 or visit 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin.

Debutante Program Informational Meeting

The Mid-Texas Symphony will have Debutante Program Informational meetings at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 27 or at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 7 at the Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. For more details, contact Jill Law at 830-463-5014 or email mtsdebs@gmail.com.

Texans Reaching Out

The St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church will have its “Texans Reaching Out” fundraiser at 5:30 p.m. Friday, April 28 at The Texas Theatre. There will be heavy hors d’oeuvres, beverages, and a live auction. Tickets are $25 per person and are available at the church office, located at 201 E. Nolte St., Keeper’s Interiors and Gift and Gourmet. There will also be 50/50 raffle tickets for which you do not have to be present to win. All proceeds benefit St. Andrew’s community and international outreach efforts. For more information, call Kelly Follis at 830-463-7549.

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.

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. For more information and to register, visit: https://www. grmedfoundation.org. 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.

Earth Day Festival/Spring Trade Day

Seguin’s 16th Annual Earth Day Festival and Spring Trade Day will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 29 at Central Park in downtown Seguin. Residents can learn how to live a greener lifestyle and how Seguin can become a healthier, more sustainable community. Businesses, schools, organizations, and industries will show how to protect the environment and conserve natural resources. Musical groups will perform in the bandstand and there will be activities for children. There will be over 80 vendors throughout downtown selling crafts, jewelry, food, clothes, toys, and more.

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.

Seguin Area Youth Leadership Academy (SAYLA)

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its 18th Annual Seguin Area Youth Leadership Academy from Saturday, June 10 to Friday, June 16. SAYLA is for Guadalupe County students entering their junior or senior year. The application deadline is Thursday, May 1. For more information, call 830-379-6382. Applications are available online at www.seguinchamber.com/ seguin-area-youth-leadership-sayla.

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.

May Chamber State of Education Luncheon

The Seguin Chamber of Commerce will have its May State of Education Luncheon at 11:30 Wednesday, May 3 at the Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. The speakers will be from the Seguin, Navarro and Marion Independent School Districts. The cost of the meal is $20 for member in advance or $25 for non-members and after Friday, April 28. For more information and to make a reservation, call 830-379-6382.

Chamber After Hours Mixer

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its After Hours Mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, May 4 at 1300 King St. in Seguin. The sponsor is Pecan Country Chiropractic. For more information, call 830-379-6382.

Mother’s Day Card Creating Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Mother’s Day Card Creating Class from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 5 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The cost is $30 and supplies are included. The class is limited to 8 adults. For more information and to register, call 830-305-0472.

Mental Health Conversations

Emanuel’s Lutheran Church, NAMI Guadalupe County, and the Seguin Public Library will offer, “From Darkness to Light: Stories and Conversations about Mental Health,” from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 7 at the Seguin Public Library, located at 313 W. Nolte St. in Seguin. The event will feature guest speakers who will share their experiences with mental illness and recovery.

Native Plant Society Meeting

The Native Plant Society of Texas, Guadalupe Chapter, will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 9 at the First Presbyterian Church, located at 1121 E. Walnut St. in Seguin. (Parking is in the rear, enter from N. Moss St.) The program will be “Plants of the Weston Ranch,” with Mark Gustafson, professor of biology at Texas Lutheran University. For more information, visit https://npsot.org/wp/ guadalupe/.

Beginning Water Color Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Beginning Water Color Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 13 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. This beginning class will focus on basic watercolor techniques. The cost is $30, supplies included. The class is limited to 10. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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.

Leadership Seguin Graduation Dinner

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Leadership Seguin Graduation Dinner from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 23 at the Geronimo Community Center, located at 280 Navarro Dr. in Geronimo.

JUNE

Help Seguin Shine Application Deadline

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will accept Help Seguin Shine Applications until Friday, June 2. For more information, call 830-379-6382.

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.

Children Five to Nine Summer Art Classes

The Seguin Art League will offer Summer Art Classes for ages five to nine from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesdays through Fridays on June 6 to June 9, June 13 to June 16, June 20 to June 23, July 11 to July 14, July 18 to July 21, and July 25 to July 28 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The cost is $120 and the supplies are included. Participants will make pinch pots, foam masks, Kandinsky pieces of art, wall hangings and learn the use of patterns, texture, design, and color. For more information or to register, call 830-305-0472 or email seguinartleague@yahoo.com.

Children 10 and Over Summer Art Classes

The Seguin Art League will offer Summer Art Classes for ages 10 and older from 1 to 3p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays on June 6 to June 9, June 13 to June 16, June 20 to June 23, July 11 to July 14, July 18 to July 21, and July 25 to July 28 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The cost is $120 and the supplies are included. Participants will make clay boxes, print with natural found objects, make wind socks and learn to create texture, use templates, and work with color, line, and form. For more information or to register, call 830-305-0472 or email seguinartleague@yahoo.com.

JULY

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.

AUGUST

Master Naturalist Training Class

The Guadalupe Master Naturalist Chapter will offer a Master Naturalist Training Classes will be held every other Tuesday from 1 to 4 p.m. Aug. 8 to Nov. 18 at the AgriLife Extension Building, located at 210 E. Live Oak St. in Seguin. The Cost is $125. For application and

class information, visit http://txmn.org/guadalupe and follow the “Certification Training” dropdown or text John Barrington at 830-237-3544. Master Naturalists are volunteers educating the public and working to enhance and preserve the many natural resources and areas of Texas. Learn more about the program at http://txmn.org.

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.

SEPTEMBER

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.

OCTOBER

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.

NOVEMBER

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.

ONGOING COMMUNITY CALENDAR ITEMS

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.

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 830372-5980.

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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