SDN: April 24, 2023

Local senior raises voice in favor of new sports complex

(Seguin) – Ryan Rangel, a Lady Mats Softball Team member, has her eye on one final pitch this senior year. That pitch, however, is to the community and one that she hopes will leave the high school a little better than she found it.

Rangel has been racking up her stats this season by beating one school record after another. Despite all that success on the field, she believes her most crucial at-bat this year is getting the community to say “yes” on May 6 to a new baseball and softball complex at Seguin High School.

In November 2022, voters turned down this same proposed $7.5 million complex. However, this May, the district again asks voters to approve the complex ––this time with no tax increase.

Since last fall, much has happened if you ask Rangel. She has turned 18 and has become a

registered voter since the last time the proposal came up.

“I think I was just really upset because I thought we were going to get the bond the first time around and it was really upsetting not to get the bond the first time around and so I knew at the time, I couldn’t vote because I wasn’t 18 yet. So as soon as I turned 18, I registered to be a voter. So, I was ready to vote for the next bond and they mentioned that we were going to be able to do it again. I’m really just trying to do my best to get it out there and also do my part to vote. Me and the other senior Ashlie Aguilar, we are both going to go vote together,” said Rangel.

Rangel says many folks don’t get the opportunity to go straight into the polls as firsttime voters and have a say on an issue so personal.

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Early voting locations different for each entity

Voters encouraged to check website for polling site

(Seguin) – Today marks the start of early voting for a number of city, school and political subdivision races throughout Guadalupe County.

Early voting days and hours vary by political jurisdiction, so voters are encouraged to check out the Guadalupe County Elections Office website to find sample ballots, early voting dates, times and locations.

Unlike the November election, when any Guadalupe County registered voter can vote at any Guadalupe County voting location, in the May 6 election, voters, this go around, will need to go to the specific voting location for the entity in which they intend to vote.

For voters who reside in jurisdictions that cross county lines, it is recommended that the voters check and see which county is conducting their jurisdiction’s election and locate their early voting location.

For example, the Guadalupe County Elections Office is conducting Elections for Seguin ISD, Marion ISD, San Marcos CISD (the Guadalupe County portion), City of Cibolo, District 5, City of Santa Clara, Lake McQueeney WCID and Lake Placid WCID.

Anyone voting in those elections can vote early at the main early voting location or one of the branch locations for that jurisdiction.

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That’s why she felt it was important to campaign publicly for a new stadium –– giving voters a closer look at the field and the needs that currently aren’t being met.

“I think the stadium itself is mostly what we are trying to work for. We had gotten new dirt and new grass last year, which we were very excited for because our grass in the outfield was very bumpy, had a bunch of holes, was just uneven, and so was our infield like there were so many bumps – bad hops were happening very often. On days where it is raining, we are very limited. Practicing in a gym is

Meanwhile, the Comal County Elections Office is conducting voting for both Guadalupe and Comal Counties for the races in the city of New Braunfels, Comal ISD and New Braunfels ISD. Elections officials say while it might be a bit confusing, voters are asked call the elections office or check its website for the exact voting locations. They say Vote Centers will be returning this November giving folks the opportunity to again vote or vote early at any polling location. Exact times and dates for early voting can be found at co.guadalupe.tx.us/elections.

The elections office can be reached by calling 830-303-6363.

obviously (you cannot) compare it to a softball field. So, getting turf fields and stuff would honestly be amazing. We use benches to hold our bags because we don’t want to walk on the grass because if we walk on the grass too often every day, it kills it. So, the walk that is from the gate to the dugout has a patch of grass and it just kills it, so we just keep our bags on the outside part. So, we don’t even use our dugout during practices. It’s a little weird to not be in your own dugout for practices,” said Rangel.

Having inadequate storage and equipment are also problems for the program. Rangel says just about every component of maintaining a successful program raises concerns.

“I would say we don’t have a lot of room for a lot of stuff. We warm up on the outside part of the field because, once again, we don’t want to kill the grass by running on the field for warm-ups and stretching. We do only have two batting cages, and then we have tees that are, I don’t even know how old – I would just say little stuff like that. We use sheds to store a lot of our stuff (such as) the benches, added Rangel. Rangel says not much has changed, having played at the stadium for the last four years. She says as a player, it’s not always about physical talent. She says it can also take a toll on a player’s mental game if not careful.

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“It really just doesn’t look nice. It would be nice for people to come in and be like ‘oh wow, this is Seguin, it’s a really nice field’ but when you are going up against other people, they don’t really seem intimidated and I think once they play us, we kind of set ourselves up for failure (but) we’ve worked really hard this season and we are finally going to playoffs after not going last year. I think we are doing really well as a team and making our community proud,” said Rangel.

The ballot item, if approved, would also allow the high school to bring its baseball program home to the main campus. For years, all baseball games have been played at the city of Seguin’s aging Smokey Joe Field near the Seguin Coliseum. While it’s easier for some to recognize the value of having a new baseball facility, Rangel says some still question a total upgrade of the softball field.

But, according to Rangel, there is more at stake than just having a nice place to play.

“I am a little jealous just because some of the stadiums are actually really nice. They always have really nice restrooms, really nice stadiums, stands, and fields. I mean some of the fields are just amazing. Like, I have a little sister who is wheelchair bound and going

to other stadiums, like she looks so happy in the stands because there is actually room for her to be able to sit there and be able to watch my game. As for our home games, she is always off to the side trying to watch because our field is not very handicap accessible so it is a little difficult. So, she’s always off to the side and stays in her chair and stuff so I think that’s kind of what gets me more even though as a player, but to be able to see my sister not always be able to be there just because of how our stadium is set up, it’s a little heartbreaking,” said Rangel.

Rangel’s fans also happen to include her elderly grandfather, who is always game to watch his granddaughter play. Yet due to the lack of room in the stands, he too typically watches in a chair he brings from home and is nestled with the other family members, who, because the stadium lacks ADA standards, have to sit on a small section of concrete slab in between the stands and dugout.

With graduation just weeks away, Rangel says this upcoming bond election is no longer about her but those following in her footsteps.

“Honestly, I have so many cousins and I have a little niece, it would be so awesome to be able to come back and see them play on such a nice facility if we do get it. Even though I’m not the one getting it, it’s still nice to be able

to be there for my community in order for the other little boys and girls to get this bond,” said Rangel.

More importantly, Rangel says voting “yes” is often the right thing to do even when the ballot item doesn’t tug your own interest. She says it’s all about making sure the community has what it needs.

“Middle school started a team now for softball and baseball and it’s like softball here in Seguin is growing so much and we are going to have so much potential in the future even if I won’t be here. It benefits everyone. There is no tax increase. I mean you just simply have to go vote yes and it’s simple as that,” said Rangel.

If the game has taught her anything, it’s that in life, things don’t just happen, and she raises a question for the community – why would anyone not want to be a catalyst for change?

“As a senior my goal going into this year was to be able to leave a good legacy not only as a player but just as a person here in the community. I want to be able to set examples for other little girls who are coming or even the middle schoolers or even juniors, sophomores, freshman – just trying to make the program better in itself. I mean, who wants to come onto the program and leave it the same way that it is. It’s just always to have things that are always going to be better,” said Rangel.

Early voting for the May 6 Seguin ISD bond election begins today and runs through Tuesday, May 2. Voters are reminded that although the ballot language will read “this is a property tax increase,” the bond proposition for a new baseball/softball complex in the Seguin ISD would not increase the tax rate. Officials say this ballot language is simply required by state law, no matter the tax impact of a bond project.

Early voting locations include the elections office, Rodriguez Elementary School; Jim Barnes Middle School; Seguin High School, and the Seguin ISD Administration Building.

Lady Matadors Shutout BoerneChampion on Senior Night

Chris Austin

(Seguin) -- The playoff bound Seguin Lady Matadors used timely hitting, great pitching and superb defense to cruise past Boerne-Champion in a playoff tune-up on Senior Night at Seguin High School, taking down the Lady Chargers 8-0 on Friday night.

Senior Ryan Rangel started the scoring for the Lady Mats in the bottom of the 3rd inning with two outs by crushing a two-run home run to left field off Champion pitcher Ava Trevino. Rangel would finish her final regular season home game in Seguin going 2 for 4.

The Lady Matadors would score a run in the 4th on another two-out RBI, this time on a base hit from Cameron Rios to score Erin Johnston who singled with two outs to start the rally. Johnston would collect an RBI in a three-run 5th inning for Seguin.

In the 6th inning, Graylynn Salazar would drive in two more Seguin runs on a two-out base hit to close out the scoring for the Lady Mats, who won their 25th overall on the season and 10th in District 26-5A.

Pitchers Kendall Hurt and Madyson Schultze would combine to get the shutout. Hurt went the first four innings with Schultze going the final three. Each pitcher struck out three. Senior Ashlie Aguilar would help her

pitchers out with some great defense in the field at 2nd base, including a diving catch off a soft liner up the middle in the 7th inning.

The Lady Matadors, who had already clinched a playoff berth before Friday’s game, will play Buda Hays in the UIL Bi-District round next week. The time and place of the playoff match-up is still to be determined.

Thivierge

Richard Paul Thivierge, 85, of Seguin, Texas passed away on April 17th, 2023 at Christus Santa Rosa hospital in New Braunfels, Texas.

Richard, known by many as Dick, was born to Donat J. Thivierge and Adela-Claudia (Poisson) Thivierge on April 10, 1938 in Warren, Rhode Island. Richard and his siblings, Theresa and Roger were predeceased by their mother Adela at a very young age, but they were fortunate and blessed by their loving stepmother Blanche (Morency) Thivierge who loved and cared for them as her own. Richard was preceded in death by his father Donat, his stepmother Blanche, his brother-in-law Bill Franklin, and his sister-in-law Mary Ann Munro Thivierge.

Richard is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Janice LaNelle Love, and their children, Richard D Thivierge

(Spouse: Shelly Gibson-Thivierge) and Deborah L Schmidt

(Spouse: John H Schmidt). He is also survived by his sister, Theresa Franklin, and his brother, Roger Thivierge (Spouse: Elodie Thivierge). He is survived by 4 grandchildren: Dawn Thivierge, Dustin Thivierge (Spouse: Megan Thivierge), Derrick Thivierge, and Nolan Schmidt. He had 5 greatgrandchildren but was preceded in death by Blakelee Grace Thivierge, one of his great-grandchildren.

Richard graduated from LaSalle Academy in Providence, RI. Richard enlisted into the Air Force as a Communications Specialist and after serving 20 years, he retired as a Master Sergeant. He then worked for the Seguin Police Department. He served 4 years as a Dispatcher and 18 years as a Patrolman. He retired from the SPD in December 1999.

Richard loved sports. He was a huge fan of the Dallas Cowboys, the San Antonio Spurs, and the Boston Red Sox. He also loved to bowl and was on a mixed league with his wife. He also loved to spend time outdoors working on his yard. He always kept it looking so nice. Richard also loved spending time with his family, including his grandchildren and his great-grandchildren.

Memorial contributions in Richard’s memory may be made to Seguin Department in the form of cash, digital donations via CashApp at $SeguinPD and checks made out to Seguin Police Department Memo: Community Events.

Visitation will be at Palmer Mortuary on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Funeral Services will be at Palmer Mortuary on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will Full Military Honors will follow at Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park in New Braunfels, Texas.

Funeral arrangements are under the care of Palmer Mortuary and Cremations located at 1116 N. Austin Street, Seguin, Texas 78155; 830.379.9430. Please log on to www. palmermortuary.com to sign and view the guest book.

Childhood Vaccine Rates Dropping Post Pandemic

(Undated) -- Rates of childhood vaccinations are continuing to decline post-pandemic. A new study released by UNICEF found confidence in childhood vaccines has dropped internationally. While the vast majority still support child vaccinations, officials say uncertainty about COVID-19, misinformation, and political polarization has led to vaccine hesitancy. Roughly 67-million children missed vaccines between 2019 and 2021, and UNICEF says it’s seeing “the largest sustained decline” of basic immunizations in 30 years. The report calls on world governments to increase funding for vaccination efforts, especially to those in poor communities.

House To Pass Transgender Sports Ban For Schools

(Washington, DC) -- The House is expected to pass a bill to ban transgender athletes from women’s and girls’ sports. The bill would prohibit schools receiving federal funding from allowing biological males to compete in female athletics. House Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik said the measure is about fairness in women’s sports. While the bill is expected to pass the Republican-led House, it will go nowhere in the Democratic-controlled Senate, and the White House has said President Biden would veto the measure. Democrats argue the ban is discriminatory.

Fat Joe To Advocate For Transparent Healthcare Pricing On Capitol Hill

(Washington, DC) -- Rapper Fat Joe will meet with lawmakers on Capitol Hill to advocate for fair healthcare prices. The Hill reports the New York rapper will meet with lawmakers and White House officials next week on behalf of Power to the Patients, a nonprofit that advocates for healthcare price transparency. He’s also scheduled to headline a performance hosted by the nonprofit next Thursday ahead of the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner. He’s said millions of Americans have been dragged into debt due to the high cost of healthcare.

Lizzo Claps Back After Being Fat-Shamed

(New York, NY) -- Lizzo is clapping back after being fat-shamed on social media by Candace Owens. The conservative pundit responded to a tweet that showed a picture of an almost nude Lizzo that said women are told by celebrities and the media that being obese is normal and healthy. Owens said “Only women could be fooled into supporting a death cult of “fat acceptance”. Meanwhile, the Grammy-award winning singer posted a video of herself, saying she just finished showering and realized that she’s gorgeous.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

APRIL

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.

Navarro Elementary Pre-K & Kinder Registration and Roundup

There will be a Registration and Roundup for Navarro Elementary from 4:45 to 5:30 p.m. for last names A through L and 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. for last names M through Z on Tuesday, April 25. For eligibility requirements and a list of documents required, visit www.es.nisd.us.

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 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 Café & Store, located at 121 Dennis Drive in Seguin. For more information, call 830-379-6382.

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. Seguin

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.

Library Late Opening

The Seguin Public Library will open at 1 p.m. on Friday, April 28 for an all staff training meeting. The library will be open to the public from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, April 28.

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. Earth Day exhibitors will be sharing information on green living and will have interactive booths. The Trade Day vendors will be selling jewelry, clothing, yard décor, home goods, food, drinks, and lots 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.

MAY

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.

SHS Class of 2023 Decision Day

The Seguin High School Class of 2023 Decision Day event will be held at 9:45 a.m. Monday, May 1 in the Student Activity Center.

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.

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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.

Spring Fiesta & La Juana Reunion

The Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church will host its Spring Fiesta & La Juana Reunion from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 7 at the church, located at 416 Dolle Ave in Seguin. There will be a street fiesta at noon with hot dogs and specialty tacos and a jumpy house for children during lunch. The program runs from 1 to 2 p.m. and the guest speaker will be Reyes Cardenas who will share poetry and reflection followed by the awarding of a community scholarship, a special presentation of Community Cycles and a reception from 2 to 4 p.m. of all former Juan Seguin students.

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.

Stuffed Purse Give Away

The New Day Beginning Church of New Braunfels will have a Stuffed Purse Give Away at 10 a.m. Sunday, May 14 at 490 Porter St. in New Braunfels. For more information, visit www. newdaybeginning.org.

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.

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.

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.

Your Best Life Festival

The NAMI Guadalupe County will have its 2023 Your Best Life Festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 20 at Central Park in downtown Seguin. This free community event features information on health and wellness from a variety of local agencies, businesses and organizations.

Learn about community resources, insurance, mental health, nutrition, physical fitness, safety and more. There will be free face painting, balloon twisting, and a bounce house/slide for children. For more details, visit NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org/festival.

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 830-3050472 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.

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JULY

Summer Strings and Choral Camps Registration

Registration for the July 10 through July 14 Summer Strings and Choral Camps, for grades 2 through 6, runs from through Saturday, July 1. The camps will be held at the Schuech Fine Arts Center on the campus of Texas Lutheran University. The cost is $125 and discounts are available. For more details and to register, visit www.tlucma.org.

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 830-303-4188 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 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 selfpaced, 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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