SDN: May 8, 2024

May 8, 2024

Squirrel trail makes its way to TLU

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) – TLU is no longer home to just the Bulldog. It’s also now home to the Squirrel.

Bright, bold, and powerful are the words being used to describe the city of Seguin’s 12th and newest Squirrel recently unveiled on the Texas Lutheran University campus. Seguin’s Squirrel Trail program promotes the fiberglass squirrel statues that are sponsored publicly, painted and then placed at various locations around town. At TLU, folks can find “Buddy” the Squirrel nestled under the trees at the historic Fritz House located near the corner of Prexy and West Court Streets.

Helping to unveil “Buddy” to the university and Seguin community was TLU President Dr.

Debbie Cottrell. Cottrell says the unveiling of Buddy is extra special as it serves as a tribute to one of their beloved groundskeepers who died this past year.

“Just so happy that we can pay tribute to our colleague Buddy Landrum with this squirrel as well,” said Cottrell. “Buddy was a longtime colleague, and he was very attentive to keeping our campus beautiful. He was known for the gardens and for just a lot of tender care at TLU’s campus and so, as I said, when we decided that the squirrel should have a name, it just seemed so completely appropriate to honor Buddy with this squirrel and he was also someone as I said who just brought a lot of joy to our hearts and -

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Hispanic Chamber recognizes members

Seguin- Guadalupe County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce recognizes top business, community leaders Today, the Seguin Daily News features the recipients from this year’s SeguinGuadalupe County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet. The banquet held in April recognized those individuals, businesses and organizations who help make Seguin a better place to live, work and play. Courtesy photos

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we have no doubt that Buddy has a big smile today thinking about this squirrel being here and being named for him.”

Cottrell says the creativity behind Buddy is also a showcase of the many talents that can be found at TLU.

“I think he’s beautiful. I think he captures the spirit of TLU. I think he is a beautiful example of public art. So proud that we have two young alums who worked hard on this and had the vision to make the design like it is,” said Cottrell.

Responsible for Buddy’s bright, bold and powerful presence are those two young alums Mia Ramirez and Emi Aubin. Both currently work for TLU and were handpicked for the opportunity to display their artistic ability.

Ramirez, who currently works in the TLU Admissions Department, says she not only wanted Buddy to set the tone for the campus but she wanted every part of him to be reflective of the campus community.

“My favorite part is the tail. It’s all the little paw prints and then like the ombre of oranges and yellows -it just really kind of pulls them all together. I also like the eyes. If you get really up close to them, you can see that there are little stars in the eyes – just to be kind of star struck, I guess. I want our students to feel like that when they come on campus to visit us, (I want them to say) –‘Wow, this is the place for me to be. This is like my home too,’” said Ramirez.

Like Ramirez, Aubin, who works as the administrative assistant for Student Affairs, agrees that Buddy’s eyes will do most of the talking when visitors stop by for a visit.

“Me personally, I’m obsessed with the eyes. Mia put such a lovely little twinkle into them. It’s very whimsical and kind of ‘fairytale-ish’ and disclaimer, Mia is the real traditional painter of the two of us. I am a digital

illustrator so I really could just assist her where she needed me to. She would just kind of let me know what she needed help with,” said Aubin.

Aubin says the hope now is that the squirrel will bring some much needed attention to the TLU Art Department and its talented pool of students and staff.

“I also really hope that it makes people kind of take notice of the art department that TLU has. With the mural unveiling (across Langner Hall) and things like that, I feel like there’s been a little more light shown on the art department as a whole which brings me such joy. It just makes me happy at the idea that things like this and the mural and all of that will get more eyes on the art department and make people realize more that TLU’s art department is actually pretty good. There’s a lot of genuine love and passion for the artworld and I learned so so much as a student here,” said Aubin.

Although Ramirez and Aubin have non-artrelated jobs on campus, TLU officials say they are both actively making art. “Aubin regularly produces digital art and Ramirez is a hyper-realistic artist who works on commission and is also studying to become a tattoo artist.”

There is approximately a dozen more squirrels that are still scheduled to be unveiled over the next year throughout the city of Seguin. Squirrel sponsorships are also still available for $2,500. Those interested in participating in the program are asked to contact the Seguin Main Street Program at 830-401-2448.

Other squirrel locations include the Seguin Public Library, Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church, Schertz Bank & Trust; Seguin’s Central Park, Seguin’s Hike & Bike Trail just behind St. James Catholic Church, the Meservey Group PLLC, Starcke Park East, Park West and Bauer Park, the Women’s Federated Club Building and St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church.

TLU Baseball Falls to Centenary in SCAC Championship Game

CLEBURNE, Texas -- Texas Lutheran Baseball was unable to overcome big third and sixth innings in a 9-5 loss to Centenary in the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference (SCAC) Championship game on Monday at La Moderna Field.

Chase Bourgeois (League City/Clear Falls) gave Texas Lutheran (25-17) a 1-0 lead in the second inning with a one-out RBI single.

Centenary jumped in front with a three-run third inning, producing the runs on four hits.

Aric Vasquez (San Antonio/Brandeis), who would hit .368 in his final career SCAC tournament, would shrink the Gents lead to 3-2 with an RBI single in the fourth before the Gents would get the run right back in the bottom of the fifth with an RBI double.

Brendan Beard (Coldspring/Coldspring-Oakhurst) gave the Bulldogs three innings of relief, allowing five runs (three earned) on six hits. For the tournament, Beard pitched 12 innings and struck out ten batters. Diego Vinton (Richmond/George Ranch) got the start on the mound and took the losing decision, pitching five innings and allowing four runs on six hits.

Centenary would score five runs across the sixth and seventh innings to stretch their lead to 9-2.

The Bulldogs wouldn’t go down without a fight, scratching across a run in the eighth via an RBI groundout from Bourgeois and a two-run home run from Xavier Arias (La Vernia/Nixon-Smiley) in the ninth.

Tyler Post (San Antonio/Johnson), Aric Vasquez, Carson Draehn (Brenham/Brenham), Hayden Kesselring (New Braunfels/New Braunfels), Adam Peavy (Houston/Memorial), and JT Taylor (Conroe/ Fort Bend Christian) were all named to the SCAC All-Tournament Team.

The Bulldogs - a team picked to finish third in the SCAC preseason poll - conclude the 2024 season with a 25-17 record,

going 12-9 in the SCAC to claim fourth place in the conference in the regular season. Texas Lutheran will graduate ten seniors - Dylan Swanson (Katy/Katy), Johnny Garza Jr. (San Antonio/ McCollum), Aric Vasquez, Carson Draehn, Asher Bonnell (Round Rock/Stony Point), JT Taylor, Coker Novosad-Wagner (San Antonio/ St. Mary’s Hall), Hayden Kesselring, Brendan Beard, and Tyler Post. We thank them for all of their contributions to the Texas Lutheran baseball program - leaving the program as 2021 SCAC Tournament Champions and 2023 SCAC Regular Season Champions.

For more information on Texas Lutheran baseball and all TLU athletics, you can find updates on tlubulldogs.com and all official TLU social media channels (@tluathletics and @TLU_Baseball on X (Twitter), @tlubulldogs on Facebook, and @tlu_athletics on Instagram and TikTok).

Bryce Hayes - TLU Sports Information & Marketing

“It is always very difficult to give up someone you love, even when it is time.”

Ida Louise Flach was born June 3, 1926, to Richard and Stella Kott in Comfort, Texas, and passed away on February 29, 2024, at the age of 97. She graduated from Comfort High School and Southwest Texas State Teachers College. On November 27, 1946, she was married to Alfred E. Flach, Jr. The marriage lasted 61 years. Four sons were born to them. While raising her family she taught school for 31 years and was a member of First Methodist Church for more than 60 years.

Ida was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, her only brother, and her two sisters. She is survived by her four sons and their wives: John and Nancy, Marc and Lexi, Tim and Cecelia, and Todd and Lena. As well as her seven grandchildren, five greatgrandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

Ida was born on the family farm before electricity or indoor plumbing and grew up during the Great Depression. She was educated in the one room country “Holiday School” that featured boys and girls outhouses and a horse pen. She eventually continued her education “in town,” sometimes staying overnight at her grandparents’ home. She graduated high school in 1942 during WWII and lived through the shortages of the Depression and the

rationing of sugar, gasoline, meat, rubber, and butter during the war.

When Al came home from the South Pacific Theater of War they were married and set up house in the attic of her grandparents’ home. John was born in Kerrville when they lived in Comfort, Marc was born while she and Al attended college in San Marcos, and Tim and Todd were born in Seguin.

When Ida still lived on the farm as a youngster, she did not get into town to attend church. She started a lifetime of devotion in the Methodist Church when she and Al married. Her experience on the remote farm during the Depression and the Homefront deprivations during WWII gave her a deep appreciation and commitment to the family pulling together for the prosperity of her family, community, church and friends. From her scarcity she made abundance. She truly knew how to love as a wife, mother, grandmother, friend, neighbor, Christian and teacher.

Every person who ever met Ida (affectionally known as Dama by family and so many others) felt the sincerity and depth of her love. We must now let her go, but we will never stop missing her.

A memorial service celebrating Ida’s life will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at First Methodist Church, Seguin at 1:30 p.m. with the Reverend Cathe Evins officiating. A reception will follow in Hierholzer Hall. Private interment will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to First Methodist Church, 710 N. Austin St., Seguin, Texas, 78155, or a charity of one’s choice.

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

Researchers Make Robots More Life-Like

(Austin, TX) -- The latest advance in robotics is making machines more life-like. Researchers at UT Austin have developed a stretchy, electronic skin that mimics how human flesh works. Professor Nanshu Lu says the sensors are accurate even when the skin is stretched to the limit. She envisions the technology used in robots that provide care to humans. Their so-called e-skin would allow the machines to softly wipe a patient or help them turn in a bed.

NYC Sees Rise In MPox Infections Since Fall

(New York) -- M-pox cases are on the rise again in New York City. The Health Department says new cases of the virus formerly known as “monkey pox” are averaging 36 per month since October, after ranging from two to 20 cases per month earlier last year. Officials also have their eye on a more severe strain of the illness that has surfaced in the Congo. They worry that it could spread here.

Possible Contaminated Nuts

(Austin, MN) -- Hormel is recalling two varieties of Planters nuts because of a possible listeria contamination that could cause fatal infections. The products, Honey Roasted Peanuts and Deluxe Lightly Salted Mixed Nuts, were sent to Publix warehouses in Florida, Georgia, Alabama and North Carolina. They were also sent to Dollar Tree warehouses in South Carolina and Georgia.

New Recommendations For Breast Cancer Screenings

(Undated) -- There’s a new update to a national task force guidance for breast cancer screenings. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force is now recommending women between the ages 40 to 74 to get a mammogram every other year. Previous guidelines said biennial mammograms should start by age 50 and the decision for women to screen in their 40s was at their discretion. However, groups like the American Cancer Society have already been recommending women start screenings in their 40s. Breast cancer is the second most common cancer in women in U.S behind skin cancer.

LULAC Community Garden

The LULAC Foundation Community Garden currently has radishes and green beans ready for harvesting. You will know the aisles they are in by the t-post in front of the rows. The garden is located at 1502 Eighth St. in Seguin.

Baby Time

The Seguin Public Library will have its Baby Time at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, May 8. Learn rhymes and bounces to do with babies, sing songs, and listen to 1 baby storybook. Song and rhyme time lasts approximately 25 minutes, followed by baby playtime with scarves, egg shakers, and more. Baby Time is geared towards ages 0-18 months and meets every Wednesday. Call 830401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Family Storytime

The Seguin Public Library will have its Family Storytime at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 8. There will be stories, rhymes, songs and other fun early literacy activities for families with children ages 0 to 5 every Wednesday. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Adult Coloring Club

The Seguin Public Library will have its free Adult Coloring Club for all skill levels at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 8. The Adult Coloring Club meets on the 2nd Wednesday of every month. All supplies will be provided. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

LEGO Club

The Seguin Public Library will have its LEGO Club at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 8 Kids ages 3 to 11 will use their creativity to build with LEGOs. Creations will be displayed on the library bookshelves. Call 830-4012422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

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.

Matador Family Bash and Movie Night

The Seguin ISD will have its Matador Family Bash and Movie Night at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, May 10 at Matador Stadium. There will be family-friendly entertainment, student showcases, and a special outdoor screening of of the animated film, Ratatouille. Admission is free. Bring

blankets, pillows, and lawn chairs for comfort during the movie.

Matador Theatre Presents: Little Shop of Horrors

The Seguin High School’s Matador Theatre Presents: Little Shop of Horrors at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 10 and Saturday, May 11 and at 3 p.m. and on Sunday, May 12 at the SHS Performing Arts Center. There will also be a Senior Ceremony at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 12. Tickets are $12 for adults online or $15 Cash at the door. Students are $8 online or $10 at the door. Additional fees apply to all online and cash purchases. To purchase tickets visit https://our.show/shopofhorrors.

Geronimo VFD Auxiliary Bake Sale Fundraiser

The Geronimo VFD Auxiliary will have is Annual Bake Sale Fundraiser from 9 a.m. until sold out on Saturday, May 11 at the Geronimo Volunteer Fire House on Hwy. 123.

Your Best Life Festival

The Nami Guadalupe County will have its Your Best Life Festival from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 11 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. This will be a free health and wellness event with an opportunity to learn about community resources, insurance, mental health, nutrition, physical fitness, safety and more. There will also be free activities for kids and adults, including a bounce house, face painting, chair massages and fitness demos. For details, visit www. NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org/festival.

Sit and Learn Storytime

There will be a free Sit and Learn Storytime at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 11 at the Seguin Public Library. Sit and listen to their silliest stories, plus songs, rhymes and a craft. This story time is geared for children who can sit with a caregiver while listening to a story. All ages are welcome to attend. Call 830-401- 2422 or visit library. seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Elks Mother’s Day Luncheon

The Seguin Elks Lodge will have a Mother’s Day Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 11 at 1331 CH Matthies Jr. in Seguin. Plates are $15 plus tax and include broccoli salad, pop roast, potatoes, carrots, corn muffins and dessert. Reservations are required by calling 830-556-4641.

Lunch & Learn: Composting in the Garden

The Seguin Public Library, Texas A&M Agrilife Extension, and Texas Master Gardeners are collaborating to bring you a Lunch and Learn Series: Composting in the Garden at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 11 in the Community Meeting Room of the Seguin Public Library. A small brown bag lunch will be provided. Learn the fundamental concepts and practices used to produce quality compost. With Advanced Master Gardener, Peter Hernandez. This program is for adults only and requires registration to attend by calling 830-401-2422 or visiting library.seguintexas.gov.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, May 12. Entertainment will be pro-

vided by Texas Rimshot. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Elks Lodge Mother’s Day Steak Dinner

The Seguin Elks Lodge will have a Mother’s Day Steak Dinner at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 12 at 1331 CH Matthies Jr. in Seguin. The price is $35 for steak plates or $25 for chicken plates and includes broccoli salad, twice baked potato, fresh veggies, dinner roll and dessert. Reservations are required by calling or texting 830-556-4641.

Seguin High School Choir “Pops” Concert

The Seguin High School Choir will have its free 2024 “Pops” Concert at 7 p.m. Monday, May 13 at the SHS Performing Arts Center. The concert will feature music from the 1960’s to current pop music of today and showcase many individual students singing solos, duets as well as choral group selections.

Native Plant Society Meeting

The Guadalupe Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas will meet beginning with a plant/seed exchange at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 14 at First Presbyterian Church, located at 1121 E. Walnut St. in Seguin. Parking is in the rear, enter from N. Moss St. The presenter will be David Will with Part 1 of “Saving Prairie Grasses.” Part 2 will be presented on June 11 in Marion. For more information, visit www.npsot.org/wp/guadalupe/.

Luling Foundation Field Day

The Luling Foundation will have its Field Day from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, May 16 at 523 Mulberry in Luling. The event includes a free breakfast and lunch provided by sponsors. There will be booths, exhibits, a tour of the Foundation’s agriculture demonstration barn and garden facilities, speakers, practical demonstrations and an opportunity for networking. The event will also be streamed at www.facebook.com/lulingfoundation. RSVP is recommended but not required by calling 830875-2438.

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. on Tuesday, May 21 at the Geronimo Community Center, located at 280 Navarro Dr. Tickets are $25 per person. To RSVP, call 830-379-6382 by Monday, May 13.

Geronimo VFW Jam Session

The Geronimo VFW will have a Jam Session from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, May 14. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Tai Chi Tuesday

The Seguin Public Library and GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation will host Tai Chi for free at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 14 at the Seguin Public Library. Classes are led by Tai Chi instructor Barry A. Jackson for all skill levels. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

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New Braunfels Food Bank: Healthy Eating on a Budget

The Seguin Public Library and the New Braunfels Food Bank will offer a Healthy Eating on a Budget Class at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15. This class is for adults only. Registration is required to attend by calling 830401-2422 or visiting library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Pecan Valley Communicators

The Pecan Valley Communicators, a community club dedicated to helping members become better speakers and leaders, will meet at 6:30 p.m. the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month at the GVEC Community Room, located at 927 SH-46 in Seguin. The annual dues are $24.

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.

Seguin Art League Basket Making Class

The Seguin Art League will have a Basket Making Class from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 16 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Participants will make a piece of fiber art using fabric to create a designer basket. The cost is $30 and supplies are included. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

Library Closure: Staff Training

The Seguin Public Library will be closed on Friday, May 17 for staff training. The library will resume normal hours from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 18. Call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Community Tai Chi

The Seguin Public Library and GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation will host Tai Chi for free at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 18 at the Seguin Public Library. Classes are led by Tai Chi instructor Barry A. Jackson for all skill levels every third Saturday. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Unveiling of Seguin Giant Letters in Walnut Springs Park

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership Seguin Class of 2024 will have its Unveiling of Seguin Giant Letters in Walnut Springs Park at 3 p.m. Friday, May 17 in Walnut Springs Park.

Geronimo VFW DJ Friday Night

The Geronimo VFW will have its DJ Friday Night free dance from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, May 17. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Resurrection Life Church Evangelistic Service

The Resurrection Life Church will have an Evangelistic Service from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 19 at 8367 FM 467 in Seguin. The speaker will be Evangelist Josiah Alway.

Caregiver Cafe

There will be a Caregiver Cafe at 9 a.m. on the 1st Thursday of the month at Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church and at 2 p.m. on the 3rd Sunday of the month at Emanuel’s Lutheran Church. This will be an informal gathering for caregivers to share with each other over a cup of coffee and refreshments while learning stress-relieving, relaxation techniques or hearing from guest speakers on helpful subjects. For more information, call 830-272-0040, ext. 104 and leave a message.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, May 19. Entertainment will be provided by Glen Collins. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Business Improvement Grant (BIG) Program

The City of Seguin is now accepting applications for the Business Improvement Grant (BIG) Program. Applicants may be eligible to receive up to a 75 percent matching grant, with a maximum grant awarded to an applicant not to exceed $10,000. Improvements and other expenditures eligible under the Seguin BIG Program include facade improvements, sign improvements, site improvements, and other real property improvements. Program Guidelines and Applications are available online at www.SeguinTexas.gov or at www. SeguinEDC.com. Applications must be submitted through the BIG application portal which can be accessed by visiting: https://bit.ly/seguin-big24 by the close of business on the last day of each month. For more information, visit www.SeguinEDC.com, or call 830-401-2476.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, May 20 at First Baptist Church, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www. Freshtrak.com.

Book Nuts Book Club

The Seguin Public Library will have its free Book Nuts Book Club at 1:30 p.m. and again at 4:30 p.m. Monday, May 20. This month’s book discussion will be The Lemon Tree by Sandy Tolan. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group

The NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group for adults with mental health conditions meets from 6:308 p.m. on the first and third Mondays of each month at First Methodist Church. Learn more at www.NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.

Tai Chi Tuesday

The Seguin Public Library and GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation will host Tai Chi for free at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 21 at the Seguin Public Library. Classes are led by Tai Chi instructor Barry A. Jackson for all skill levels.

Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas. gov for additional information.

Heart to Heart Grief Support Group

There will be a Heart to Heart Caregiver Support Group from 4 to 5 p.m. the third Tuesday of every month at the Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. For more information, call 512-667-6816 or 512-557-7185 or email tberger@htohh.com.

Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group

The First Presbyterian Church, Seguin is offering a Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group at 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 21 at 1121 E. Walnut St. The group is available to assist with questions regarding your rights and benefits available to you and will meet the third Tuesday of the month. For questions or more information, call 830-379-5421. If there is no answer, leave a message and someone will get back to you as soon as they receive the message.

Republican Women Meeting

The Guadalupe County Republican Women will meet at 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 23 at the Seguin Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. The guest speaker will be Dr. Debbie Cottrell, President of Texas Lutheran University. The cost of the lunch is $20. To make lunch reservations, email silvercenter@ sbcglobal.net or call 830-391-3979 or. For more information, visit www.guadalupe-county-rw.com/.

All Ages Chess Club

The Seguin Public Library will have its free All Ages Chess Club at 6:15 on Thursday, May 23 for all skill levels. There will be chess sets but patrons can also bring their own chess equipment. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Summer Reading Experience Registration Opens

Grab your suitcase, grab your passport, and get ready because the free Summer Reading Experience registration opens Friday, May 24 at the Seguin Public Library. Participants of all ages can track their reading to enter raffles to win cool prizes. Sign up and pick up your summer reading game boards. The summer reading experience encourages children to read during the summer months to promote summer learning and to help prevent the summer slide. Call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Making Your Grief Count Program

The Emanuel’s Bereavement Care Ministry will present, Making Your Grief Count, a three-week program for those who have experienced loss, from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 26, Sunday, June 2, and Sunday, June 9 in the Emanuel’s Family Life Center, located at 206 N. Travis St. in Seguin. The program will be facilitated by Pastor Darwin Huartson. Participants will learn about healthy coping tools and a path to healing in a supportive environment. For more information email Donna@elcseguin.org or call 830-556-3542.

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Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, May 26. Entertainment will be provided by The Merles. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-3058829.

Library Holiday Closure

In observance of Memorial Day, the Seguin Public Library will be closed on Monday, May 27. Normal hours will resume at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, May 28, 2024,. Items may be renewed online, or returned using outdoor book return. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Toddler Time

The Seguin Public Library will have its Toddler Time at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, May 28. There will be songs, rhymes, and stories followed by about 15 minutes of play time. This program is approximately 45 minutes long including play time and is geared towards ages 1-2. Call 830-4012422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Preschool Storytime

The Seguin Public Library will have its Preschool Storytime at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 28. There will be stories, rhymes, songs, and other fun early literacy activities for children ages 3 to 5. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www. library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Teen Tuesday – DIY Key Chain Making

The Seguin Public Library will host its Teen Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 28 featuring DIY Key Chain Making. Teens ages 12 - 17 can drop in anytime between 4 and 5:30pm on Tuesdays to hang out, play games, use makerspace supplies, draw, and more. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Chamber May After Hours Mixer & Media Night

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its May After Hours Mixer & Media Night from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 28 at Smokey Joe Williams Field, located at 637 Midway Dr. in Seguin. The event is sponsored by the Seguin River Monsters.

Baby Time

The Seguin Public Library will have its Baby Time at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, May 29. Learn rhymes and bounces to do with babies, sing songs, and listen to 1 baby storybook. Song and rhyme time lasts approximately 25 minutes, followed by baby playtime with scarves, egg shakers, and more. Baby Time is geared towards ages 0-18 months and meets every Wednesday. Call 830401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Family Storytime

The Seguin Public Library will have its Family Storytime at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 29. There will be stories, rhymes, songs and other fun early literacy activities for families with children ages 0 to 5 every Wednesday. Call

830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Kids Create: Popsicle Biplane

The Seguin Public Library will have Kids Create at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29. Participants will build their own biplane and learn about the first powered, controlled airplane that flew using a biplane wing arrangement, as did many aircraft in the early years of aviation. Attendees must be between the ages of 6 to 11. Registration is required by calling 830-401-2422 or visiting library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Women’s Council Social

The Seguin Chamber of Commerce will have a Women’s Council Social from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29 at the 1916 Bar & Bistro, located at the Aumont at 301 N. Austin St. in Seguin.

Adult Craft Night

The Seguin Public Library will have a free Adult Craft Night at 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 30. Participants will learn how to preserve natural flowers in resin and create a wooden coaster. All materials will be provided. Registration is required to participate by calling 830-401-2422 or visiting library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

June

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 1 at Faith Lutheran Church, located at 1326 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Summer Reading Experience Kick Off

The Seguin Public Library Summer Reading Experience kicks off with John O’Bryant the Magician at 10 a.m. and at 11:15 a.m. on Saturday, June 1. Register to participate for the 2024 Summer Reading Experience, it is open to all ages, just track your reading to enter raffles to win cool prizes. The summer reading experience encourages children to read during the summer months to promote summer learning and to help prevent the summer slide. Call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas. gov for additional information.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 2. Entertainment will be provided by Cactus Country. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830305-8829.

Chamber Championship Golf Tournament

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Chamber Championship Golf Tournament from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday, June 3 at The Bandit Golf Course. To register, visit www.seguinchamber.com. For more information, call 830-379-6382 or email cofc@seguinchamber.com.

The Seguin Art League will have its Seguin Art League Year of the Dragon Summer Camp for ages 5 through 9 from 10 a.m. to noon and for ages 10 and older on Tuesday, June 4 through Friday, June 7 or Tuesday, July 9 through Friday, July 12 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Students will develop skills using a variety of media dealing with both two and three dimensions in space. The cost is $105 which includes supplies. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

The Gathering Music Show and Dance

The Gathering Music Show and Dance will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, June 4 at the Geronimo VFW. The doors open at 5:30 with at $10 admission. The entertainment will be provided by Conrad Gonzales and Paul Sanchez. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Military Appreciation Chamber Luncheon

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Military Appreciation Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 5 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The cost of the meal is $20 for member in advance or $25 for non-members and late registration.

Parkinson’s Support Group

The Gonzales Area Parkinson’s Support Group will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. the 1st Thursday of each month in the Fellowship Hall at the Presbyterian Church, located at 414 St. Louis St. in Gonzales. For more information visit lonestarparkinsonsociety.com or email gapsg23@gmail. com.

First Friday Feast

The Geronimo Lions will have its First Friday Feast Fish or Steak Dinner from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 7 at the Big Red Barn. Meals are $20. A child’s hot dog plate (chips, drink and dessert) is also available. Tickets can be purchased at the door. The June entertainment will be provided by Madelyn Abrameit and the Beneficiary will be the Children’s Advocacy Center.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 9. Entertainment will be provided by Paul Sanchez and Wrangler Country. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Geronimo VFW Jam Session

The Geronimo VFW will have a Jam Session from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, June 11. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Molly Hatchet/Knotty Grove at the Brauntex

Midales Entertainment will present Southern rock legendary band, Molly Hatchet with special guests Knotty Grove from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, June 15 at the Brauntex Performing Arts Theatre, located at 290 W. San Antonio St. in New Braunfels. Tickets and more information are available at www.brauntex.org or call 830-627-0808.

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Seguin Art League Year of the Dragon Summer Camp

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 16. Entertainment will be provided by Bob Appel. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Activities Fair for Veterans

There will be an Activities Fair for Veterans from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, June 20 at the Veterans Outreach Center, located at 205 E. Weinert St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-303-4188, ext. 1249.

Build for Better Bash

The Guadalupe Valley Habitat For Humanity will have a Build for Better Bash from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 22 in the Seguin Hall parking lot on the campus of Texas Lutheran University, located at 1000 W. Court St. in Seguin. Tickets include a meal, ticket, and t-shirt and are $25 for individual and $15 for youth (16 & under). To purchase tickets visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/fgdzx77/lp/747ccb912f4c-4281-ae71-3939d63ff32f. For more information, call 830-401-0422.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 23. Entertainment will be provided by Bimbo. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830305-8829.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 30. Entertainment will be provided by Gabe Galvan. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

July

First Friday Feast

The Geronimo Lions will have its First Friday Feast Fish or Steak Dinner from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 5 at the Big Red Barn. Meals are $20. A child’s hot dog plate (chips, drink and dessert) is also available. Tickets can be purchased at the door. The June entertainment will be provided by the Brushy Creek Boys and the Beneficiary will be Kidsight.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, July 15 at First Baptist Church, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www. Freshtrak.com.

August

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, August 24 at GRMC, 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. 16 at First Baptist Church, 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. 21 at First Baptist Church, 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. Saturday, Nov. 16 at GRMC, located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Ongoing Community Calendar Items

CCSCT Utility Assistance Application for 2024 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.

Heritage Museum Calendars

The Heritage Museum is selling 2024 Then and Now Themed Calendars. 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. All proceeds benefit Museum projects.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline available 24 hours a day in English and Spanish.

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.

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.

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 325-9561155.

Salvation Army 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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