SDN: June 4, 2024

June

Guadalupe County to host BULK Clean-up Event

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Guadalupe County) – Guadalupe County will be giving all residents an opportunity to declutter and dispose of their unwanted junk during this weekends’ first ever Bulk Clean-Up event

County officials ask that folks start planning for the event scheduled between 7:30 and 11:30 a.m. this Saturday, June 8 at the Road and Bridge Department. County officials say the facility is centrally located in Seguin at 310 IH 10 West Frontage Road near the Guadalupe County Jail.

Carmen Davila, the public information officer for the county, says although the event is

free, Guadalupe County residents much show proof of residency such as a photo ID or utility bill.

Davila says she hopes residents will take advantage of cleaning up their yards and properties.

“This is the first attempt for the county to have a bulk cleanup event like this for the residents to be able to bring bulk items, trash, junk, debris, large items to be able to dispose of in order to keep the environment safe and clean,” said Davila. Although the county is ready to take these items off their hands, Davila says there is an “accepted items list” that has been provided by the waste company.

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The entertainment of education

Chemistry Roadshow leads into Seguin today

GVEC hosting the summertime fun

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) - The Texas A&M Chemistry Roadshow is heading into Seguin today. GVEC, in partnership with the Seguin Parks and Recreation Department, is inviting families over this morning for some chemistry fun.

Kasie Tankersley, the GVEC community relations representative, says the Chemistry Road Show is a public service program offering two complementary and interlocking goals: to entertain and educate students using chemistry.

“This is, I think, our third or fourth summer to bring Dr. (Jim) Pennington with the Texas A&M Chemistry Roadshow to our service terriority. We’ve kind of jumped around each summer to different venues and this is our second summer in Seguin so we are excited to have this educational piece. We’ve partnered with the Seguin Parks and Recreation Department to bring the Chemistry Roadshow and also with Texas A&M. The Chemistry Roadshow is a

great way for students to learn about chemistry and how it works but it’s also done in a very fun way. And, it’s not just for kids though because every year that I’ve been, I always learn something new or different and so just a really neat overall presentation,” said Tankersley.

Tankersley says the opportunity to learn while having fun is open

to those kids in the third to 12th grades. However, she says to attend, kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

“I’ve had a lot of questions from parents like ‘can I drop off my kids?’ And, I’m like no, all kiddos must have a parent or guardian, adult with them for the duration of the presentation and the presentation is an hour and half so it starts at 10:30 and it will end around noon. We want you to stay and enjoy it too and so there are things where the kids are going to get excited and the parents need to be there to make sure that everybody stays in their seat and everybody can see the presentation,” said Tankersley.

The event will include several demonstrations that are designed to “excite audience members with sensory impact.” Chemists say they also hope to teach them “that chemicals and chemistry are not only vital to our lives, but also can be fascinating and fun.”

The Chemistry Roadshow is free and will get underway at 10:30 a.m. today at the Seguin Coliseum.

Generosity overflows: Water to Thrive event a success

Special by Tracy Donley, TLU communications

(Seguin) -- There will be a new water well in rural Africa, thanks to the generosity of those who attended and contributed to April's Water to Thrive benefit, hosted by TLU's Water to Thrive Student Club, TLU Center for Servant Leadership, and Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church.

Water to Thrive is a nonprofit that teams up with organizations

like TLU to fund and dig wells for rural communities in Ethiopia, Uganda, and Tanzania, where millions are affected by droughts, waterborne diseases, or pollution, and women and children must walk hours every day to find drinkable water for their families and livestock.

For the past 14 years, the TLU Water

to Thrive Student Club has been helping to raise funds to support this work, and in that time, has funded nine water wells, each of which serves about five hundred people. And now, there will be a tenth well.

“It is amazing!” says Ann Flemings, Director of Advancement at Water to Thrive.

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TLU's Well #9, located in Uganda.

Clean-up, continued.

“What we are accepting are trash, paper, plastics, junk debris such as large furniture, sofas, tables, household appliances, mattresses, scrap metal, scrap tires but they have to be less than 19.5 inches without rims and those are limited to four per vehicle, dry paint and bag yard waste. So, if people have collected their clippings and so forth and placed them in a bag, those are accepted,” said Davila.

Now is also a good time for those preparing to get rid of paint. Davila says the county is sharing a tip to make sure those gallons are ready for proper disposal come Saturday.

“We do have a lot of people calling about paint and so what the environmental folks have told us is that if you put sand in those, it will help dry them up quicker. So, if you are taking care of that today, those should be ready to be dry hopefully by Saturday to be able to dispose of,” said Davila.

Not all items, however, will be collected on Saturday. Davila says she encourages folks to double check the list of items that won’t be collected. She says the last thing they want is

for folks to be turned away.

“The contractor that we work with is the one that is setting the certain items that are deemed unacceptable. So things like that are hazardous waste materials such as gasoline, oil, liquid paints and acid bases, Antifreeze, batteries, LED, lithium, large brush and limbs are not accepted, fencing, sheds, construction material, dead livestock animals and pets, junk vehicles, boats

and no dump trailers and no gas and mowers or equipment,” said Davila.

Davila says it’s also important to note that the size of the trailer that can be used is also limited.

“We are having a maximum trailer length for people to utilize -- to bring their things over at 12 ft. trailers so anything longer than a 12 ft. trailer will not be accepted,” said Davila.

Before heading out this Saturday, Davila says folks will especially want to follow the signs for proper entry into the site.

All vehicles will be required to enter onto North Guadalupe Street from North Austin Street which is 0.5 miles north of IH-10. Vehicles will then be guided to the Road & Bridge Central Yard for proper disposal and then directed to exit onto the IH-10 Frontage Road. Officials say there will be no entry access from the frontage road, and all vehicles must enter the yard from Austin Street just past the Guadalupe Appraisal District Office.

A list of items that will “be accepted” and “not accepted” is currently available on the county’s website, https://www. co.guadalupe.tx.us/main/cleanup/ BulkCleanUpflyer.pdf

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“So wonderful what we can accomplish together as a community.” She also shares the happy news that this year's benefit raised enough money not only to fully fund well number 10, but also to start TLU well number 11.

“On behalf of the Water to Thrive Student Club, thank you so much to everyone who helped make our event a success,” says Sophie Salgado, club president. “We

are so grateful and excited to have funded our tenth well! Thank you especially to Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church for providing us a welcoming place to host the event, the general Seguin community, and the hardworking TLU students who helped support our efforts. We know our funds will be directly used to fund the well and provide clean, fresh water to a community in need in rural Africa. It feels amazing to make a positive difference in the world, and we look forward to our future endeavors!”

Members of TLU’s Water to Thrive Club with Dr. Pamela Ray (left), director of service learning & career development.

Seguin boys force play-in game; Marion

Texas Sports Update

Stars Lose To Oilers In Game Six

(Edmonton, AB) -- The Stars had their season come to an end in the Western Conference Final for the second straight season. Dallas lost to the Edmonton Oilers 2-1 in Game Six at Rogers Place. Mason Marchment scored for Dallas in the losing effort. Jake Oettinger faced just 10 shots and finished the game with eight saves. The Stars have not won the Stanley Cup since 1999.

Mavericks Visit Celtics To Begin NBA Finals On Thursday

(Boston, MA) -- The Mavericks are gearing up for the NBA Finals. Dallas will visit the Boston Celtics for Game One on Thursday night at TD Garden. The Mavs enter after taking down the Minnesota Timberwolves in five games in the Western Conference Finals.

Luka Doncic is averaging 28.8 points, 9.6 rebounds and 8.8 assists per game during the Mavs’ playoff run.

Rangers Defeat Marlins

(Miami, FL) -- The Rangers recorded their second straight shutout victory. Texas

defeated the Miami Marlins 6-0 at LoanDepot Park. Adolis Garcia was 2-for-5 with a home run and two RBIs. Robbie Grossman, Travis Jankowski and Leody Taveras also brought home a run for the Rangers. Starting pitcher Andrew Heaney improved to 2-and-6 after striking out seven through six scoreless innings. The Rangers have won five of their last six and sit second in the AL West at 29-and-30. They return home to host the Detroit Tigers tonight. Right-hander Nathan Eovaldi will start opposite Detroit southpaw Tarik Skubal.

Astros Lose To Twins

(Houston, TX) -- The Astros wrapped up their series against the Twins with a loss. Houston fell to Minnesota 4-3 in the finale of a three-game set at Minute Maid Park. Alex Bregman was 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBIs. Victor Caratini hit his fourth homer of the year on a solo shot in the second inning. Ryan Pressly dropped to 0-and-3 after allowing one run through an inning of relief. The Astros have lost five of their last seven and sit third in the AL West at 26-and-34. They remain home to host the St. Louis Cardinals tonight. Right-hander Justin Verlander will start opposite St. Louis righty Kyle Gibson.

Cowboys, Texans Continue OTAs This Week

(Undated) -- The Cowboys and Texans are back on the practice field this week. The Cowboys begin their mandatory minicamp tomorrow. They will also practice on Wednesday and Thursday. The Texans will hold OTA sessions today, tomorrow and Thursday. Houston begins its mandatory minicamp on June 11th.

NCAA Baseball Regionals Roundup

(Undated) -- One program from the Lone Star state is advancing to the Super Regionals. Thirdranked Texas A&M defeated Grambling, Texas and Louisiana en route to the Regional victory. The Aggies will face Oregon in the next round. The Longhorns and Dallas Baptist have been eliminated.

MLS Roundup

(Undated) -- All three MLS teams from Texas were on the pitch over the weekend. Austin FC lost to Real Salt Lake 5-1 on the road, while FC Dallas suffered a 1-0 loss to LAFC. Elsewhere, Houston Dynamo FC played to a 2-2 draw against the Portland Timbers. In the Western Conference standings, Austin is sixth, Houston sits seventh and Dallas checks in at 12th.

Bolen

Joyce Ann Bolen peacefully passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 in Lockhart, Texas. She was born on September 13, 1944 to Byron Applewhite and Iva Nettles in Pearsall, Texas.

On June 23, 1976, Joyce married the love of her life, Larry Bolen. Their union was a true testament to love and partnership, with each passing year strengthening their bond. Joyce will always be remembered for the love and light she brought into the lives of those around her. She was a vibrant soul who thrived in chaos, always finding joy in the everyday moments. She never missed an episode of the show, Days of our Lives. Her passion for life was infectious, and her presence lit up any room she entered. Joyce also had a deep affection for all animals but especially held a special place in her heart for her granddog, Max. Her nurturing spirit extended not only to her family but to every creature that crossed her path.

Joyce is preceded in death by her husband, Larry Bolen; daughter, Briana Bolen; granddaughter, Angel Bolen; parents, Byron and Iva Applewhite; sister, Florine Bledsoe, and brother, Byron Edward Applewhite.

Joyce is survived by her son, Billy Bolen (Jennifer); daughter, Laurie Heideke (Joel); granddaughter Iva Bolen; granddog, Max; grandchildren, Clayton, Courtney and Connor; great grandchild, Saylor; brother, Billy Applewhite (Lyn) and sisters, Judy Wall (James) and Mary White (Johnny†).

Services honoring Joyce will be held at Goetz Funeral Home in Seguin on Tuesday, June 4, 2024. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. with the Funeral Service at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Luling City Cemetery.

Joyce’s memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. Her spirit of resilience and kindness will continue to inspire all who were fortunate enough to have crossed paths with this remarkable woman.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Joyce Ann Bolen, please visit our flower store.

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.

CDC Confirms Third Case Of Bird Flu In Farmworker

(Atlanta, GA) -- The CDC is confirming the third case of bird flu in a farmworker. It’s the second human case in Michigan and the third in the U.S. since March. None of the three are associated with the others. The newest case is in a dairy farmworker who was exposed to infected cows. The farmworker had respiratory symptoms unlike the other two cases, including a cough without fever and eye discomfort with watery discharge.

House GOP Seeking Fauci’s Personal Emails, Cellphone Records

(Washington, DC) -- House Republicans want access to Anthony Fauci’s private emails and cellphone records. Congressman Brad Wenstrup requested the records today on behalf of the subcommittee investigating the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic. The panel is seeking communications related to the Wuhan Institute of Virology and the origins of the pandemic in Fauci’s personal email and cellphone records. Lawmakers say new evidence suggest Fauci may have used his personal accounts to communicate about official government business related to the pandemic. Fauci is set to appear before the panel Monday.

Health Officials To Provide Potassium Iodide Pills To PA Residents Living Near Nuke Plants

(Undated) -- State health officials are offering to replace expired potassium iodide tablets for Pennsylvania residents who live near active nuclear power plants. Authorities say the tablets - which are being distributed free of charges - will be distributed on June 12th to those living and/or working within ten miles of an active nuclear power plant. Health officials say the tablets can protect the thyroid gland against harmful radioactive iodine due a nuclear power plant containment failure. For more information about the program and where you can pick up the tablets.

Woman Tries To Flush Baby Down Toilet

(Bowling Green, KY) -- A woman in Kentucky is facing charges for the death of her newborn baby. WDRB reports police were called to an IHOP in Bowling Green where a woman gave birth in a bathroom and tried to flush the infant down the toilet. The infant was found dead and the mother had left the scene. Shaniqua Caldwell was located in the parking lot of a Red Roof Inn. Caldwell allegedly denied being pregnant and stated she was related to celebrities. The woman was taken in for an emergency health evaluation before heading to jail for concealing the birth of an infant. The coroner will determine the baby’s cause of death.

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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.

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 830-305-8829.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Guadalupe County Bulk Clean-Up

Guadalupe County will have a Bulk Clean-Up from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 8 at 310 IH 10 West, the entrance will be on N. Austin St. and Guadalupe St. Residents must show a photo ID or utility bill to prove they reside within Guadalupe County. Accepted items include trash (paper, plastics), junk debris, furniture, household appliances, scrap metal, scrap tires less than 19.5” without rems (limit 4), dry paint, and bagged yard waste. For more information on what is not accepted and other questions, call 830-303-8858.

Guadalupe County Child Welfare Board Raffle run

The Guadalupe County Child Welfare Board will have its 4th Annual Raffle run with registration from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 8 at the Patricia K. Irvine-King Pavilion in Max Starcke Park, located at 1412 River Dr. E. in Seguin. The Entry fee is $30

and $20 for participating passengers. All proceeds benefit abused and neglected children in CPS care in Guadalupe County. For Tickets, to pre-register, and more information, visit www.gccwb.org.

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.

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, 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 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.

Elks Lodge Sweetheart Dinner

The Seguin Elks Lodge will have a Sweetheart Dinner at 6 p.m. on Monday, June 10 at 1331 CH Matthies Jr. in Seguin. Plates are $10 and include salad with ginger dressing, chicken and shrimp fried rice, egg roll and cheesecake with triple berry sauce.

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/.

Elks Lodge Veterans and First Responders Breakfast

The Seguin Elks Lodge will have its Veterans and First Responders Breakfast from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 15 at 1331 CH Matthies Jr. in Seguin. Veterans and First Responders eat free all other plates are $8 and include eggs, bacon, sausage, hashbrowns, biscuits and gravy.

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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.

Elks Lodge Father’s Day Lunch

The Seguin Elks Lodge will have an Italian Trio Lunch for Father’s Day at 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 16 at 1331 CH Matthies Jr. in Seguin. Plates are $23 plus tax and include salad, breadsticks, and dessert. Reservations are required by texting Stacie at 830-556-5019.

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.

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.

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.

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 ac-

cessed 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.

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.

Summer Solstice at Elks Lodge

The Seguin Elks Lodge will have a Summer Solstice event at 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 20 at 1331 CH Matthies Jr. in Seguin. Celebrate the longest day of the year by the Elks Lodge pool. Dinner plates are $15 and include grilled lime chicken, cilantro rice, watermelon, and pineapple upside down cake.

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-4281-ae71-3939d63ff32f. 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 830305-0472 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 830305-8829.

Help Seguin Shine Grant Applications

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.

Freedom Fiesta

Freedom Fiesta presented by KWED will be held from 6 to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 29 in Central Park in downtown Seguin. There will be entertainment provided by Brandon Michael and D.J. Dtrayne. There will also be a variety of food trucks, non-profit food vendors, other vendors, cold drinks, and time to connect with the community. For more information call 830-379-2234.

GCRW Kiddie Parade at Freedom Fiesta

The Guadalupe County Republican Women will have its Kiddie Parade to kick off KWED’s Freedom Fiesta at 6 p.m. Saturday, June 29 on Donegan St. next to Seguin’s Central Park gazebo. Kids can ride in their strollers, on their bikes or scooters, in their motorized vehicles, or just march around Central Park following Uncle Sam around the square. Prizes will be given to the top two in each category (walking, self-propelled, or motorized), No registration is necessary. Contact Kelly with questions at 830-463-7549 or kdfoll123@yahoo.com.

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 830-305-0472.

Elk Lodge 4th of July Pool Party and Cookout

The Seguin Elks Lodge have a 4th of July Pool Party and Cookout after the parade on Thursday, July 4 at 1331 CH Matthies Jr. in Seguin. Come cool off and celebrate the 4th with friends and family. Hot dogs will be provided by the lodge. Bring a side dish to share.

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.

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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 830-305-0472.

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.

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

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 830-372-5980.

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 tåhat 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, 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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