SDN: May 9, 2024

May 9, 2024

Golf Course Renovation a GO!

City approves green light to renovate the greens at Max Starcke Park

Darren Dunn

(Seguin) -- The total renovation of the Starcke Park Golf Course can proceed. The Seguin City Council on Tuesday accepted the low bid of $7.19 million from Mid America Golf and Landscapes. The Missouri based company’s bid was so low that it will allow some additional projects to be completed at the golf course.

Golf Course General Manager Bruce Allen says they are thrilled with the bid from Mid America.

“In 2022, we asked the National Golf Foundation to evaluate our golf course. They did. They came back and they recommended a complete renovation. With that in mind, the council approved the hiring of Ross Golf Design and Brian and his team did a great job coming up with a good plan and we shared that with you all at the workshop in January and you gave us a blessing to solicit bids.

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Photo courtesy of Jennifer Sourdellia, city of Seguin

New sights and sounds coming to the Seguin Coliseum

(Seguin) -- The Seguin Coliseum is getting a major upgrade, that should improve the overall user experience of the city's largest public meeting space.

The Seguin City Council on Tuesday approved the a complete replacement of the audio and visual systems in the building.

Parks and Recreation Director Jack Jones says the work comes after some other improvements were also recently made to the facility. Jones says the upgrade to the A/V system is something that's long overdue.

"We are very fortunate at budget, you all approved the chairs at the Coliseum, new stage lighting. We replaced the original stage lighting back in 1977 and now, audio and video. If you go to conferences -- you go to San Marcos to their convention center, if you go to New Braunfels, their convention center -- you will see that they've got screens everywhere. They've got projectors that are mounted up high. We have a cart that goes out in the middle of everything and pretty wonky so we are pleased to come forward with updated audio, video for the Coliseum," said Jones.

Jones described some of the upgrades to the council. He says they will all greatly enhance what people see and hear while they are in the coliseum.

"We will find new projectors, large screens -- if you are looking at the Coliseum, you've got the screen in the middle and that will be relocated but we will have two more up high on the sides and then two in the very back when we have the chamber luncheons. Those who use the breakout rooms, the audio can be synched to each of the rooms even though there will be a camera in there that you can project speakers and the video screens as they are speaking which you have that at convention centers around the state and around the country. We can even use that camera to have public meetings and go online with it as well," said Jones.

City officials say they are excited about this change. They say the enhanced audio and video capabilities should

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We were fortunate that we received four bids from four very good companies and we are also fortunate that Mid America Golf and Landscapes gave us a good bid and it’s low enough that we can take care of all the other stuff that we need to do in house and hopefully stay within that budget,” said Allen.

help to increase the usage of the coliseum.

"It took a long time to get to this point, to get to where we felt like okay, we've got something that is really going to make a difference, to bring in conferences, weddings and those things is what Steve talks about -- bringing in people. People come and stay at hotels, spend money here, sales taxes go up whenever you have special events and conventions in Seguin," said Jones.

The city will spend just under $240,000 to purchase and install the new equipment.

The company has tackled a number of projects around the country. He says they will be able to deliver exactly what the city wants for the redesigned municipal golf course.

“You had a list of all the jobs that they’ve done in Texas. Right now, they are even working for the city of Harlingen working for my hometown renovating that golf course that I think was built in 1938 too. We are very happy

to have them. Brian and his team is happy with them and like I said, at this time, staff would ask for approval of the resolution to authorize Steve to enter an agreement with them and begin the renovation of the golf course,” said Allen. The city has been working towards a total makeover of the course for years. The course will be closed for approximately one year while the renovations are made.

Darren Dunn

Don't forget to say thank you

City observes Public Service Recognition Week

Darren Dunn

(Seguin) -- If you see police, fire or other city personnel this week, make sure you say thank you.

This week is Public Service Recognition Week. It's a time to honor those who provide important services to the public.

Seguin City Manager Steve Parker says his staff does amazing work, and he wants them to know how much they are appreciated.

"I just hope the citizens realize what a dedicated devoted staff we have here in our community. They love this community even if they live here or not, they are dedicated, hardworking individuals. We are doing everything we can this week to honor them so if you see a city worker around, please acknowledge them and tell them thank you. They are trying really hard to better this community," said Parker.

Mayor Donna Dodgen agrees that city staff deserves this recognition. She says they are essential to the city providing quality services to the people in this community.

"Anytime, you see one of the city of Seguin employees, you see our fire, you see our EMS, you see our police officers, please say 'thank you.' I would like for us to do it every single day but especially this week. They work really really hard. They keep us consistent. All of us change periodically and so they are the consistency that we have in our hometown," said Dodgen.

The special salute as part of Public Service Recognition Week was made during Tuesday night's meeting of the Seguin City Council.

Meanwhile, all employees have been kept happily busy these last few days. The city's Employee Advisory Committee continues to roll out several employee engagement activities, in conjunction with the Human Resources Department, to show appreciation to all city staff. A special themed event is being held every day this week.

They include:

Monday: Sundaes on Monday - an ice cream social with plenty of toppings for employees to enjoy.

Tuesday: Pancakes & Proclamation - a pancake breakfast followed by a proclamation by Mayor Donna Dodgen and a Team Seguin photo

Wednesday: Nacho Average Employee & Salsa Showdown - Employees entered their salsa in a friendly competition, which was tasted by a panel of judges. Nachos with toppings were also served during lunch.

Thursday: Kona Ice Pop-Up for the Coolest Team in Town- City staff are invited to stop by for an icy treat.

Friday: Burgers at the Utility Operations Center. Employees will gather for a hamburger lunch, in addition to some fun competitions, including a Bake-Off and Tugo-War between some of the city departments, including Utilities, Public Works and a Battle of the Badges between the Police and Fire Department. Winners of all the competitions will be announced during this final day of Public Service Recognition Week. Trophies and gift cards from local businesses will be given out to the winners.

River Monsters to start third season in Seguin

(Seguin) — The defending Texas Collegiate League champion Seguin River Monsters will open their third season at the end of the month.

The River Monsters will welcome the Victoria Generals to Smokey Joe Williams Field for a two-game series starting with their home opener on Thursday, May 30th.

Seguin beat the Brazos Valley Bombers in the TCL Championship Game last August. Seguin’s opening series with Victoria will be a rematch of the TCL semifinals won by the Monsters last season, two games to one.

The Texas Collegiate League has six teams. In addition to the River Monsters, Generals and Bombers, the Lake Charles Gumbeaux Gators, Baton Rouge Rougarou and Acadiana Cane Cutters compete in the summer league.

Tony Perez is back to lead the River Monsters in his second year as the team’s

skipper. Perez is from Midland, Texas. He played collegiate ball at New Mexico Junior College and Arkansas-Little Rock before finishing his college career at Lubbock Christian University.

Perez will have a Lubbock Christian pitcher who has local ties on his staff. 2023 Navarro High School grad Bryce Nall, who recently finished his freshman season in Lubbock, will pitch for the Monsters this summer.

On May 31st, the River Monsters will host the Battle of the Badges Softball Game between the Seguin and New Braunfels Police Departments. The game will be held prior to the River Monsters/Generals game at 6 p.m. Admission to the Friday, May 31st game is free.

The TCL season will be divided into two 24 game halves with the first half concluding on June 26th. The season concludes on July 28th and the playoffs will start immediately after the regular season concludes. The champion will be crowned on August 3rd.

Seguin will host the TCL All-Star Game on July 3rd at Smokey Joe. The game will feature a home run derby and a post game fireworks show.

Chris Austin

“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.

Hospitals In Limbo After Steward Health Care Bankruptcy Filing

(Boston, MA) -- The 31 U.S. hospitals owned by Steward Health Care are in limbo after the company’s bankruptcy filing. Dallas-based Steward filed for chapter eleven bankruptcy protection on Monday because of ongoing financial problems. Steward indicates that it does not anticipate any interruptions in its day to day operations because of the bankruptcy filing. Steward operates 31 hospitals in eight states: Florida, Massachusetts, Arizona, Texas, Ohio, Arkansas, Louisiana and Pennsylvania.

Study Finds DC Area Worst Place For Nurses

(Washington, DC) -- Nurses in the Washington, DC area find it hard to make ends meet due to the cost of living, taxes and other factors. With this being National Nurses Week, a recent study by the financial website MoneyGeek ranks the DC-Alexandria-Arlington area as the toughest place for nurses to live in the U.S. The study took the pre-tax salary of area nurses and then figured out actual take-home pay based on taxes and the cost of living. Nurses in the DC area have an average annual salary of 98-thousand dollars, but only take home about 48-thousand dollars after taxes and cost of living are factored in. Honolulu, Hawaii and the Boston area ranked second and third in the study.

CDC Advises States To Distribute PPE To Some Farmworkers

(Washington, D.C.) -- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is advising state health officials to make personal protection equipment available to workers on dairy farms, poultry farms, and in slaughterhouses, because of bird flu. They say the risk of a worker getting the disease is low. States are advised to make farms where at least one animal has tested positive a priority to receive PPE. The CDC is advising states to act now to protect workers from the disease.

Orangutan In Indonesia Seen Treating Wound With Medicinal Plant

(Indonesia) -- An orangutan in Indonesia has been spotted by scientists treating his own wound. The ape, named Rakus, had been bitten by another male and had an open lesion on his face. Researchers saw him approach a plant called Akar Kuning, known to locals as a pain reliever. They saw him pull off a leaf, chew it, spit it into his hand and rub it over the gash over several days. One observer told the science journal Nature that this is the first study that demonstrates an animal using a plant to heal himself. Rakus was good as new eight days later.

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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