SDN: May 31, 2024

Texas-sized event for artists, musicians plus authors returns to Seguin

Lone Star Festival set for Saturday

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) – Get ready to join authors, artists and musicians from all across Texas during the 3rd Annual Lone Star Festival in downtown Seguin. The Lone Star Festival is a book, art and music festival that supports the Texas artist.

Kyle Kramm, Seguin Main Street and CVB director, says the event returns to Seguin for another year and opportunity -- giving artist a place that they can meet and share ideas, crafts and knowledge.

“Downtown will be filled with

Texas authors, musicians and other vendors and so it’s really trying to connect the public with really the authors of Texas. It's held by the Texas Authors Institute of History," said Kramm.

Kramm says Seguin is prviledged to have so many talented writers and musicians in town for the event.

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Abracadabra!

The Seguin Public Library is inviting families over this Saturday for a little magic. The library will kick off its summer with a pair of magic shows for children featuring Comedy Magician John O'Bryant.

The shows will be held at 10 and 11:15 a.m. The event is free. The magician officially launches the library's annual Summer Reading Experience Program for children and adults. Seguin Radio KWED will have more details on all the fun summer events at the library in Monday's edition of the Seguin Daily News.

Photo courtesy of John O'Bryant Magician Facebook page.

Central Park Concert Series returns this summer

(Seguin) – The sounds of summer return to downtown Seguin this Sunday. The Seguin Main Street Program again announces the launch of its Central Park Concert Series. Guests are invited to enjoy live music in Central Park every Sunday throughout the month of June.

Kicking off this year’s series is the Comal Community Band conducted by Alfred Tapia.

Kyle Kramm, Seguin Main Street and CVB director, says he is excited about another round of concerts and invites folks to bring their chairs and blankets and give the sounds a try.

“They play a variety of polkas and big band music and it’s all volunteers that make up this band and they are a very popular crowd favorite that comes back every year. So, the concert will be in Central Park from 7 to 8:30 p.m. We will have two food trucks there as well. The Girl Scouts will be there selling baked goods as well as another vendor and so it’s a nice evening to come out, sit out in the park and listen to different music and enjoy your community,” said Kramm.

This weekend will mark the band’s 12th time to initiate the city of Seguin series. Tapia is a San Antonio native who served in the military Army as a musician and Bandmaster until he retired in 1984. During his service, Tapia conducted bands in Vietnam, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, the

German Democratic Republic, France, and Morocco. He has remained an active musician in the San Antonio area since, including being a member of many other bands, teaching, and conducting.

Kramm, again, says the band this weekend will play a wide array of pieces from German inspired to classical to modern wind arrangements. Just as they are diverse in musical genres, Kramm says they are diverse in members. Members come from all ages, genders, occupations, and backgrounds and share their talents in harmony. Some band members are past band directors or professional musicians, but most are just amateur players with a heart for music.

This year’s concert series is being made possible by Niagara Bottling Company. Other June concerts can be found on the Seguin Main Street Facebook page.

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

TLU Students Win 2024 ACBSP International

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) – Every year, one student presentation is selected to receive the International Student Showcase Award presented by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). This year, Texas Lutheran University’s Dylan Swanson, William Errett, and Joaquin Rodriguez were named the winners for their presentation, Bulldog Investment Company.

“Winning the ACBSP International Student Showcase Competition is such an honor!” says Swanson. “The competition was an incredible opportunity to showcase the Bulldog Investment Company program and all the students’ hard work on an international level. It truly goes to show the quality of education and opportunities that are available at Texas Lutheran University.”

TLU’s Bulldog Investment Company is an internship program designed to help students in all majors to read and interpret financial statements and develop critical thinking, presentation, and public speaking skills. It was founded by TLU Alum Dave Sather, a certified financial planner and CEO of the Sather Financial Group, as well as a member of the university’s Board of Regents.

“Not only am I incredibly proud, I am appreciative of the dedication all the students in Bulldog Investment Company have

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put forth,” says Sather. “It obviously shows that TLU students compete at a very elite level which positions them well for the future!”

Swanson says that the team practiced their presentation hundreds of times in preparation for competition. The honor of winning the award includes a trip to this year’s ACBSP Annual Conference in Miami in June, as well as the opportunity to present there.

“Bulldog Investment Company has taught me that with hard work and focus the sky is the limit! In the process I have built valuable professional skills and trust in myself.”

Swanson offers gratitude

it’s a great time to come out and meet authors and learn about the different genres and the people that live in Texas and in our communities that are writing some great books on history, fiction, all sorts of great stories being told by your fellow Texans," said Kramm.

Performing live at 11 a.m. with be musician Nathan Kearney. He will be followed by Bill James at 2 p.m.

Before attending, guests are encouraged to visit lonestarfestival.fun or visit the group's Facebook page for free tickets and a chance to win a basket of books.

The Lone Star Festival will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday in downtown Seguin.

to Sather, Bulldog Investment Company, and the TLU Business Department. “Through my time in Bulldog Investment Company, I have gained real world experience through managing a ~$2 million portfolio, received internship opportunities, grown my network, and am now an International Champion! I can confidently say that joining Bulldog Investment Company was one of the best decisions I made in my college career. We’re off to Miami!”

ACBSP provides accreditation for more than 1,200 business programs around the world. Bulldog Investment Company celebrates its 15th anniversary this year.

Seguin boys force play-in game; Marion

Clark, Strother Named First Team AllAmericans, Clark Keeps Golden Shoe

SEGUIN, Texas -- For the fourth consecutive season, multiple Texas Lutheran Softball players have been crowned National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) AllAmericans, announced by the organization Wednesday night.

Senior pitcher Ashlyn Strother (Seabrook/ Clear Falls) becomes the first four-time NFCA All-American in program history, earning First Team honors for the second time in her career, and is joined on the top team by sophomore second baseman Caelee Clark (Montgomery/ Lake Creek), who earns her second-straight All-American honor and her first First Team selection. Clark would also repeat as the NFCA/ New Balance Golden Shoe Award Winner, recognizing the most prolific base stealer at every level of college softball.

TLU athletes have earned 16 NFCA AllAmerican honors in program history. Of the Bulldogs 16 honors, 14 have been earned under head coach Wade Wilson.

Strother had yet another dominant campaign for her senior season, holding a 0.95 ERA that ranks seventh in the country with eight shutoutswhich ranks eighth nationally - one perfect game, and a no-hitter. The Seabrook, Texas, product finished 19-1 in the circle in 2024, allowing just 20 extra base hits in 2024. .In 118.1 innings, she

racked up 131 strikeouts to just 13 walks and 16 earned runs, while opponents hit just .185 against her. In conference play, Strother led the league in wins (11-0) while holding a 0.84 ERA and allowing just eight runs. Strother became the first pitcher in SCAC history to win Pitcher of the Year four times.

Historically, Strother cemented herself as one of the best to ever put on a SCAC jersey and step into the circle. During her tenure in Seguin, Strother concludes her career with the best winning percentage of any pitcher in league history (.933 – 84-6) and her career 0.95 ERA ranks tops in league history. Her 84 career wins and 599 strikeouts rank second all-time in league history.

Clark led TLU with 63 hits, 49 runs scored, and an NCAA Division-III record 87 stolen bases, which ranks third all-time across all three NCAA divisions for a single-season. Clark slashed .467/ .526/ .526 for a 1.052 OPS while adding four doubles, a TLU-best two triples, and 19 RBIs. The highlight-reel second baseman started every game for TLU and was exceptional at second base, turning eight double plays with a .969 fielding percentage. Clark, the repeat SCAC Player of the Year, got on base for the Bulldogs in every game but three in 2024, starting the season with a 26-game on-base streak.

The Golden Shoe recognizes the nation’s most prolific base stealer when accounting for strength of schedule and other statistical categories. Clark led NCAA Division-III her record 87 stolen bases during the 2024 campaign. She finished the season 29 stolen bases clear of the highest athlete at the Division-II level and 43 clear of the Division-I leader, Megan Delgadillo of Cal State Fullerton. Clark is the first two-time Golden Shoe winner in NCAA Division-III history and only the fourth ever on any level including NAIA to win the award multiple times since the award began in 2014. The Montgomery, Texas product became the first athlete in Division-III softball history to eclipse 80 stolen bases and achieved the record mark with eight games cancelled on the 2024 schedule. Clark swiped her 87 bases in 89 attempts (1st in NCAA), and also led the country in stolen bases per game (2.29), which ranks second in NCAA Division-III history.

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

Bryce Hayes - TLU Sports Information & Sports Marketing

Jeffers

Dorothy Jean Bulgerin Jeffers, age 89, a lifetime resident of Seguin, was called home on Wednesday, May 29, 2024. Dorothy was born on June 6, 1934 to Louie Opal (Lambert) and Theodore Reinhard Bulgerin.

She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 65 years, Joe Columbus (J. C.) Jeffers, her parents, her brothers, Teddy Bulgerin and Bobby Bulgerin and wife Geri, and brothers-in-law, Mark Jeffers and Jimmy Jeffers and sister-in-law, Louise Gurnett.

Survivors include her son, B. J. Jeffers and wife Denise; grandson, Chad Jeffers and wife Kylee; great-grandson, Grayson Jeffers; brothers, Jimmy Bulgerin and wife Helen and Roy Bulgerin and wife Peggy; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members and many friends.

Family and friends were most important to Dorothy Jean. She retired at age 49 after 31 ½ years with Southwestern Bell Telephone Company. She so enjoyed talking on the phone, yet she never ever owned a cell phone.

Visitation will be held on Monday, June 3, 2024 at 9 a.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel followed by funeral services at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Dr. Brice Mandaville officiating. Interment will follow at Dugger Cemetery.

Serving as pallbearers will be Joey Miller, Jimmy Kennedy, Manuel Ramos, Larry McKee, Chase Ramos, and Roger Voss. Honorary pallbearers will be Chad Jeffers, Grayson Jeffers, and Bert Hinson.

Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church, 1314 E. Cedar St., Seguin, Texas, 78155, Guadalupe Regional Hospice Services, 1215 E. Court St., Seguin, Texas, 78155, or to the charity of one’s choice.

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

Jamie Olivia Law, also remembered as James Patrick Law, of Helotes, passed away on May 16, 2024 at the age of 57.

Jamie is preceded in death by her parents Ruth Patricia “Pat” (Harborth) and James “Jim” Law, and her uncle Paul Harborth and wife Barbara.

Survivors include her beloved cats, Nikki, Hobbs and Boo; brother, Jay Law and wife Jill; loving nieces and nephew who she doted on, Shelby, Pierce and Chloe Law; aunt, Judy Phillips and husband

Jerry; uncle, William Harborth and wife Arlene; numerous loving cousins, other family members and many friends including a host of online friends.

Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. on Friday, June 7, 2024 at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel followed by a memorial service celebrating Jamie’s life at 11 a.m. with the Reverend Sonja Phillips and the Reverend Dave Phillips officiating. Private interment will be held at a later date.

For those who desire the service may be livestreamed at https://cloud.mediafusionapp.com/mf/hewell_20240528.html.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Guadalupe County Humane Society, P.O. Box 1593, Seguin, Texas, 78155- 1593.

You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.

Democrats

Launch $100M Abortion Rights Campaign To Take House Majority (Washington, DC) -- Democrats are putting abortion rights front-and-center as they seek to take the House in November. The party’s House Majority Pac is launching a 100-million dollar advertising and voter mobilization campaign focused on abortion in swing districts across the country. Democrats are leaning into the issue as states across the country have rolled back abortion access following the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade in 2022. President Biden has repeatedly blamed his political rival Donald Trump for the abortion restrictions across the country.

Emory

Research Survey Shows AI

Could Predict Success Rate of Future Organ Transplants

(Dekalb County, GA) -- Some researchers at Emory University say the latest technology can predict the success rate of an upcoming organ transplant. They’ve developed an AI system that can predict the success of heart transplants more accurately than traditional methods. The study found that AI was at least ten-percent better at predicting transplant outcomes and providing early warning signs of rejection. WSB-TV explains the system compares biopsy photos to a database of past transplants, offering a more consistent and reliable assessment.

Recreational Nitrous Oxide Outlawed In Louisiana

(Baton Rouge, LA) -- Louisiana is the first state in the nation to outlaw the retail sale of nitrous oxide. Republican Governor Jeff Landry signed a bill into law on Tuesday that gives retailers until August 1st to remove the product from their shelves. Until then, police agencies will develop plans to enforce the new ban on the potentially deadly product, commonly known as laughing gas. The new law was passed with strong bipartisan support. Nitrous oxide can still be used for dentistry, automotive applications, and other legitimate purposes.

Melinda French Gates Donating $1B To Various Groups

(Seattle, WA) -- Melinda French Gates is donating one-billion dollars to groups that support women and abortion rights. Her organization announced on Tuesday that the former wife of Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates will be giving grants to over a dozen groups, including the Center for Reproductive Rights, the Institute for Women’s Policy Research and the Time’s Up Legal Defense Fund. The announcement comes two weeks after the billionaire philanthropist said she was resigning from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to do her own philanthropy. The 59-year-old said she felt compelled to support abortion rights after the Supreme Court overruled Roe v. Wade in 2022.

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Seguin Fire Department Fan Drive

The Seguin Fire Department Fan Drive is currently underway. Fans will be available to households (within the Seguin city limits only) that are without air conditioning. Fans can be picked up between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Municipal Court/ Fire Administration building, located at 660 S. Hwy 46. A picture ID and proof of residency is required. limit one fan per household. If you received a fan last year, you are ineligible this year. If you would like to donated a fan, please drop off donations at the Municipal Court/Fire Administration building. For more information, call 830-401-2321 or email ltrevino@seguintexas.gov.

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.

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.

June

Nominations for Rising Stars of Guadalupe County

Nominations are open until Saturday, June 1 for The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals Rising Stars of Guadalupe County. For applications and more infor-

mation, call 830-379-6382.

Garage/Rummage Sale

The Guadalupe County Humane Society will have its Garage/Rummage Sale at 8 a.m. Saturday, June 1 behind the businesses located at 2511 N. State Hwy 46. There will be household items, home décor, clothes, tools, yard and garden items and furniture. All proceeds help sustain GCHS’ daily operations, as well as help finance our low-cost Spay/ Neuter program.

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.

United Women in Faith Ladies Tea

The Wesley-Harper United Methodist Church United Women in Faith will have a Ladies Tea from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 1 in Karrick Hall of First Presbyterian Church, located at 1121 E. Walnut St. in Seguin. RSVP by Saturday, May 25 to 210-365-9627.

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, 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.

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 830-305-8829.

Annual Ushers Day

The Greater Pilgrim Rest Baptist church will celebrate its Annual Ushers Day at 3 p.m. Sunday, June 2. The guests will be Pastor Robert Simpson and the Grace Covenant Baptist Church of Round Rock.

Jonathan Lowry in Concert

The La Trinidad UMC Seguin presents: Jonathan Lowry in Concert at 4 p.m. Sunday, June 2 at 306 E. Gonzales St.

Chamber Championship Golf Tournament Postponed

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce has postponed its Chamber Championship Golf Tournament from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday, June 3 to Monday, Oct. 7 at The Bandit Golf Course. To register, visit www.seguinchamber.com. For more information, call 830-3796382 or email cofc@seguinchamber.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.

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.

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Seguin Art League Year of the Dragon Summer Camp

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.

Texas A&M Chemistry Roadshow

This summer, GVEC and the City of Seguin Parks and Recreation Department is bringing back the Texas A&M Chemistry Roadshow at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 4 at the Seguin Coliseum. The target audience is 3rd grade through 12th grade plus adult learners. For more information, visit www.chem.tamu.edu/ roadshow/ or email Kasie Tankersley at ktandersley@gvec.org.

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 830-3058829.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Habitat for Humanity Home Dedication

The Habitat for Humanity of San Antonio & Guadalupe Valley will have Home Dedication for Dalia Acosta at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 8 at 724 E. Walnut St. in Seguin.

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.

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, June 11 at St. John Lutheran Church, located at FM 465 in Marion. The presenter will be David Will continuing his series on “Saving Our Prairies. Part 2 will be on “Saving Our Native Grasses.” For more information, visit www.npsot.org/wp/guadalupe/.

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 830627-0808.

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.

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, June 18 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.

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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.

Fourth of July Parade Application Deadline

The City of Seguin Main Street Program is accepting applications for the Fourth of July Parade until Friday, June 21. Applications are available at the Seguin Visitor Center, located at 200 S. Austin St. or online at www.seguintexas.gov/fourthofjuly.

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/747ccb91-2f4c-4281ae71-3939d63ff32f. For more information, call 830-401-0422.

Mosaic Garden Stepping Stones Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Mosaic Garden Stepping Stones Class from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 21 and continuing on Saturday, June 22 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Instructor, Karen Roberson, will give an introduction to basic mosaic and participants will learn to cut tile, affix a design, and finish with grout. The class is for ages 14 and older. The cost is $50 and participants should bring their own stepping stone. Call 830-305-0472 for size and more information.

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 830-3058829.

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will accept applications for its Help Seguin Shine Grant until Friday, June 28. Do you have an entryway to your business that needs sprucing up? Does your business’s signage need updating? Do you have a community project that will create a visual attraction for the City of Seguin? The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce encourages you to apply for its Help Seguin Shine Grant. Applications are available online at www.seguinchamber.com. For more information, call 830-379-6382.

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

Seguin Art League Beginning Watercolor Class

The Seguin Art League will have a Beginning Watercolor Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, July 3 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Lean how colors interact, how to make washes, color theory, and basic page layout. The cost is $30. For more information call 830305-0472.

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.

Basic Mediation Training

The Central Texas Dispute resolution Center will offer its Basic Mediation Training on Thursday, July 11 through Saturday, July 13 and Thursday, July 18 through Saturday, July 20 via Zoom. To register online, visit www. centexdrc.org or email csheppard@cemtexdrc.org.

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.

Crossroads Vacation Bible School

The Crossroads Church will have its Inaugural Vacation Bible School for kids ages 5 to 11 from 5 to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 16 through Thursday, July 18 at 3455 W. US Highway 90.

Seguin Art League Monet’s Impressionism Class

The Seguin Art League will have a Monet’s Impressionism Class from 1 to 4 p.m. Thursday, July 18 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The class is for ages16 and older. Paint your own impressionistic painting based on Claude Monet’s masterpiece, “Sunset in Venice.” Learn how to map out the painting, different types of brushstrokes, underpainting, layering, highlights and reflections. The cost is $40. Call or come by for supply list. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

AP and Advanced Art Workshops The Seguin

Art League will offer AP and Advanced Art Workshops from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, July 24 and Thursday, July 25 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The workshops will be taught by certified art teachers and will provide real solutions and strategies for a successful portfolio with creative art concepts and lessons in order to provide a jumpstart for the 2024-2025 school year. The cost is $60 a day and supplies are included. Limit 10 students. For more information, call 830305-0472.

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.

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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

Understand Your Medicare Options Seminars

The GRMC, GHN and the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce’s new Healthcare Advisory Committee will offer free educational seminars on Understand Your Medicare Options at 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 18 and at 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 20 in the GRMC Upstairs Classroom (Enter Central Entrance Lobby), located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-303-4846.

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 830-3725980.

Free Accredited Adult Homeschool Program

The Life Changing Church is now offering a Free Accredited Homeschool Program for adults wanting to earn their high school diploma. It is a self-paced, no classes to attend program. You work around your schedule and at the end of the program you will receive an accredited diploma that is acceptable for college. Tutors are available at no charge. Free placement testing, no previous records required. For more information call or text Crystal at 325-956-1155.

Salvation Army 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, Wednes-

days, 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 830-3036478.

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.

To ensure non-profit organization’s meetings and events appear in this calendar, send information to: communitycalendar@kwed1580. com, or drop off the information at the Seguin Daily News/KWED offices located at 609 E. Court St. in Seguin. For best results, submit information at least two weeks prior to the event.

Place your ad in the CLASSIFIEDS by visiting the KWED office located at 609 E. Court St. during regular business hours. Or call us at 830-379-2234

SALE

Large moving sale! Friday, May 31 & June 1. 8:00 am to 1:00pm at 282 Oak Springs Dr. Seguin. Lots of items available including: furniture, clothes, tools, kitchenware, and more!

Public Auction Notice:

Notice is hereby given that public auctions will be held at the following facilities managed by Devon Self Storage. Property contained in the units will be sold to satisfy the Landlord’s lien for rent and other charges in accordance with Chapter 59 of the Texas Property Code. Contents

of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold to the highest bidder via an online auction at www.storagetreasures.com. Online bidding will begin on 06/03/2024 at 10:00AM and will continue until 06/17/2024 at 10:00AM, at which time a high bidder will be determined. Devon Self Storage reserves the right to set minimum bids and to refuse bids. Please refer to www.storagetreasures.com for all other terms and conditions governing the bidding and auction process. 2975 FM 725

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