KWED, Downtown Business Alliance to host patriotic music during the fireworks
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Seguin) -- Get ready to “watch” and “listen” as the night sky lights up during tonight’s (Wednesday, July 3) Fireworks Fiesta. The annual fireworks show gets underway at 9:30 p.m. in Max Starcke.
Also tonight, be sure you take your radios, phones, tablets or Bluetooth speakers because
KWED is once again providing patriotic music for you to enjoy during the show. This year’s presentation of patriotic music is brought to you exclusively by the businesses and organizations that make up the Downtown Business Alliance, Fireworks, pg. 3
Fourth of July Parade set for Thursday, July 4th
Seguin Mayor announces parade marshal
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Seguin) -- Get ready to salute our local American heroes. Seguin Mayor Donna Dodgen has announced local veterans organizations as this year’s 2024 Grand Marshals for the Biggest Small-Town Fourth of July Parade in Texas. The parade is scheduled for 10 a.m. Thursday in downtown Seguin.
Mayor Dodgen says there is nothing more patriotic than the men and women who have sacrificed their personal lives for our freedom. She says there can never be a valued thank you for our veterans.
“Our parade marshals are going to be the veterans organizations in town because that is really what we are celebrating is the freedom and they gave that to us and they continue.
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KWED Top Choice contest VOTING ENDS Saturday
(Seguin) -- Time is ticking if you have not yet made your "Top Choice" for 2024? Noon Saturday is the deadline to vote in the KWED's Top Choice contest.
A series of categories from which to choose from are currently available online at SeguinToday. com. Vote for your favorite business, organization or individual in each category. The winners of
the contest will be featured in an upcoming Top Choice magazine. The competition is designed to honor those who make a difference by doing business in Seguin and Guadalupe County.
All of the nominees were selected this past spring by KWED listeners and by the readers of the Seguin Daily News and Seguin Today magazine.
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The men and women of our armed forces continue to give that to us and so I want our veterans and especially the World War II veterans that we are losing so rapidly. I want to honor them and say thank you for doing all of this that we can do today,” said Dodgen.
Dodgen says residents are encouraged to show their full support as these veterans and their respective organizations take the lead at this year’s parade.
“What will happen is they will have a representative ride in a convertible and then behind them will be all the organizations,” said Dodgen.
Crowds exceeding 10,000 people are again expected to line-up along the Austin Street parade route which begins on East College Street and runs south to the Seguin Coliseum.
This year’s parade is said to have officially surpassed the average number of entries -- marking it as one of the largest with 171 total entries.
The float entries, again, represent a variety of
businesses, elected officials, churches, schools, sports teams and non-profit organizations.
In preparation for Thursday’s parade, the city of Seguin is asking that parade attendees not block parade route sidewalks with chairs and other items until the morning of the event. They warn that items blocking sidewalks prior to the morning of the parade could be removed by city staff.
Also to allow for the best parade viewing experience, drivers are urged to refrain from parking along the parade route.
The public is especially encouraged to bring water, hats, sunscreen and chairs to the parade. They ask that you be respectful if holding up an umbrella.
Kicking things off on Thursday will be the annual flag raising ceremony at 9 a.m. in Central Park. Music, speakers, pomp and circumstance will be among the events marking the significance of the day.
The Fourth of July Parade officially wraps up the city’s four day celebration which began on Saturday, June 29 with the annual KWED Freedom Fiesta in downtown Seguin.
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which works to make downtown Seguin a more vibrant and fun place to live, shop and play.
The city several years ago moved its fireworks show to July 3, the day before the Fourth of July Holiday, in an attempt to get an even bigger show for the community.
The benefits of that move reportedly continue to hold strong. That’s according to Jack Jones, the director of the Seguin Parks and Recreation Department. Jones says one of the most important benefits is that by hosting the fireworks show a day earlier, it helps to bring an even bigger, better show to Seguin.
“When we originally decided to go on the 3rd, my public comment was ‘we got more bang for the buck.’ Well, we still get more bang for the buck by having it on the 3rd because the same company that shoots our show in Seguin on the 3rd, they go to San Marcos on the 4th and they have told me in the past and even recently, ‘you’ve got a little bigger show than San Marcos but we are getting more bang for the buck having our show on July the third,” said Jones.
Jones says this move over the years has also made Seguin a destination for having one of the best holiday shows around.
“Over time, having it on the 3rd, we’ve actually gotten one of the biggest fireworks shows outside of Austin and San Antonio. We’ve been told several times people, especially from New Braunfels, want to come here to watch our show as compared to going to even their own show. Folks tell us it’s worth coming to Seguin on July 3rd,” said Jones.
As an added bonus, Jones says it makes for an even more relaxing and enjoyable holiday.
“The fireworks show on July 4th is typically not on a weekend and you have to go to work the next day. And on July 4th if you want to, you can go to New Braunfels or San Marcos or San Antonio and go see their friends and family on July 4th outside of town,” said Jones.
In preparation for tonight’s July 3rd Fireworks Fiesta, Jones is sharing a few of the favorite spots around the park to watch the show. Although he warns about the limited spots at Max Starcke Park West near
the park’s office, Jones says there is still a number of great quality places to watch this year’s show.
“People always ask us, where are the best spots to watch the fireworks show. I always say Max Starcke Park East. There’s plenty of room back over there at the park by the Little League Fields and the restrooms are open. Restrooms are also open at the Seguin Events Complex. We’ve got a bunch of restrooms in the dance pavilion. We’ve got some restrooms in the cattle barn. We also tell folks to park at the Softball Four-Plex. There is a big parking lot there and we open up the fields to the four-plex so people can bring their blankets and chairs and be on one of those four ball fields there and the restrooms will be open up there as well. There is still a lot of folks who try to come to Max Starcke Park West but there is limited parking over here and we have to control it now because it gets so congested over here at Max Starcke Park West that goes into the golf course. We are going to be controlling access to that this year and there is only a limited number of public parking over here by the golf course,” said Jones.
Making sure folks get the full experience of tonight’s show is Seguin Mayor Donna Dodgen. Dodgen says she appreciates the team that has come together to make this year’s show the best ever.
“Our fireworks is probably the best around and it has several sponsors but KWED livestreams (the music) and this year, the Downtown Business Alliance is sponsoring that livestream with patriotic music. So, you can watch the fireworks from anywhere and have the music streamed so you can get the whole feel of our incredible fireworks show or you can just listen to the music at home,” said Dodgen.
Options for listening to the patriotic music include going to AM 1580 KWED.
You can also stream the station live, by going to seguintoday.com and clicking on the red play button located on the top right corner of the page.
Plus, if you have an Alexa enabled device, you can ask her to “play KWED radio.”
The 25-minute fireworks show is being sponsored by H-E-B, Perdue Brandon, LLP, Attorneys at Law, Niagara Bottling and Caterpillar.
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Godeck VITAL STATISTICS
Michael Bruce Godeck, age 67 of Seguin, Texas, passed away unexpectedly in Cluj, Romania on June 25, 2024.
An avid reader, a world traveler, a philosopher, a historian… he was all. He just needed to be asked a question and he would be talking for hours with so much passion and eagerness.
Michael was born in Du Bois, Pennsylvania on April 6, 1957, the youngest of four siblings, George, Jody, Jamie and Michael. Son of Florian Godeck (Polish descent) and Mary Louise Rizzi (Italian descent); both parents served in the military. He grew up in Delaware and lived in different parts of the country, but New England was a very special place for him. At the age of 18, Michael hitchhiked to Mexico and eventually visited approximately 40 countries in the world.
He married Ana María González in 1995, lived in Vermont and Massachusetts, then moved to Dallas and established their residence in Seguin in 2003 with their two-year old daughter Ana Michelle.
In early adulthood, Michael was in business with his brothers, designing and importing silver jewelry from Mexico. Well-read and self-
taught, Michael later became proficient in many aspects of information technology. He consulted with several major corporations, -including MCI and American Airlines, most recently heading up global projects as Service Manager, Platform DevOps in the Pfizer Digital Department, in addition to starting a small publishing company.
While consulting for Pfizer, he developed a great desire to reside in Romania and was excited to spend time with his daughter to show her around when he passed away.
Michael is preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, George and Jamie.
He is survived by wife Ana María, daughter Ana Michelle, sister Jody and 10 nieces and nephews who live in different parts of the country and Mexico.
Visitation will begin on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 9 a.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel followed by a funeral service at 10 a.m. with the Reverend Michael Moak officiating. All are invited to the family home following the service. Private interment will follow at a later date in Pennsylvania.
For those who desire memorial contributions may be announced at a later date when the Alta Vista non-profit organization is established for the benefit of children in Guadalupe County.
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.
VITAL STATISTICS
Alex
Carol D. (Henke) Alex, of Seguin, TX, went home to be with our Lord and Savior, on Sunday, June 23, 2024. Carol was born October 6, 1953 in San Marcos, TX, to Ervin and Lottie May (Bartling) Henke. She lived in New Braunfels, TX, graduating from New Braunfels High School in 1971.
On May 21, 1977, she and George Alex, Jr., were married and she moved to Seguin, TX. In December, 1984, she gave birth to her precious daughter Sarah.
Carol was in the banking and mortgage business for over 40 years, where she excelled in customer service winning more awards than she had room to display. A few close business associates named her the “Mortgage Queen.” She was a dedicated servant as a Sunday School teacher, Luther League leader, and guided many youth events and church committees. Prior to retirement, Carol was a member of the Seguin Noon Rotary Club and will be remembered as a Paul Harris Fellow.
Her most prized rewards were being a Room Mom to Sarah and her classmates. She was the support of many of her family and friends. She loved to make their times special including making her famous enchiladas,
knitting doilies, and making Christmas ornaments and handmade crafted gifts. Most recent, was the time she spent spoiling her darling granddaughters and being called ‘Nana’…. The greatest Nana ever!
She is preceded in death by her parents, father & mother-in-law George, Sr, and Dorothy Alex; and brother-in-law Chuck Cannon.
She is survived by her husband, George, Jr.; daughter and son-inlaw, Sarah and Ryan Johnson; granddaughters Ava and Olivia Johnson; sisters and brothers-in-law, Sharon & Charlie White, and Susie & Gary Winterhalter; nephews Michael Cannon (Stephanie) and J.J. Winterhalter (Sandra); great nephew Colby Cannon (Brenna); great nieces Madison and Abigail Cannon; and great-great nephew Cooper Cannon; Aunt JoAnn Schaefer, and Uncle Johnny & Aunt June Henke; her dear cousin Marcie Heidrich (Allen); numerous family members and dear friends.
A memorial service celebrating Carol’s life will be held on Friday, July 12, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Cross Church 814 N. Bauer St., Seguin, Texas, with the Reverend Jim Price officiating. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Cross Church, 814 N. Bauer St., Seguin, TX, 78155, Guadalupe County Humane Society, P. O. Box 1593, Seguin, Texas, 78155-1593 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.
4th of July
Festivities
July 3rd
Fireworks Fiesta
9:30 p.m. - Max Starcke Park
July 4th
Flag Raising Ceremony
9:00 a.m. - Central Park
The Biggest Small-Town
4th of July Parade
10:00 a.m. - Downtown
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20K Firefighters, Including 300 From NJ, Sue Chemical Foam Makers
(Undated) -- Twenty-thousand firefighters who’ve developed cancer are suing the makers of chemical foam. Twelve companies have been targeted including Dupont, 3M and Honeywell. The Environmental Litigation Group says the foam and heavy pants firefighters wear to fight fires contain high levels of PFAS, or so-called “forever chemicals.” Firefighters in New Jersey say they repeatedly sprayed simulated fires with the foam during training exercises and many who developed cancer blame their gear. Cancer is the leading cause of line-of-duty death among firefighters who health experts say are at increased risk for multiple myeloma, leukemia and prostate, kidney and testicular cancer.
CDC Sees Summer Rise In COVID Cases
(Atlanta, GA) -- It looks like a summer wave of COVID is here. Last week, the CDC estimated that COVID-19 infections are growing or likely growing across almost all of the U.S. With people gathering inside to avoid the heat and traveling for the 4th of July, cases are expected to go up. But experts are anticipating that the summer wave will stay mild.
U.S. FDA Pushes To Improve Diversity In Clinical Trials
(Undated) -- There are federal moves in the works to encourage and improve racial diversity within drug clinical trials in the U.S. The FDA is now recommending steps to expand drug and medical device trials in efforts to prioritize characteristics of the patient population they aim to treat. The agency’s suggestions to researchers include drafts on how to set goals for study enrollment, separated by age group, ethnicity, sex and race, and describe how they intend to meet those goals. Officials tells Reuters the main objective is to improve the composition of researched population and to increase participation by some groups including Black Americans.
Early-In-Life Air Pollution Could Have Direct Connections To Adult Bronchitis Symptoms
(Los Angeles, CA) -- Exposure to air pollution early in life could have direct connections to bronchitis in adulthood. That’s according to a new study published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Clinical Care Medicine. Scientists found that a quarter of participants said they’d experienced bronchitis symptoms within the past year. Then they matched those responses up with family home addresses to determine their childhood pollution exposure levels.
PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN COMING FALL 2024
Eli Ortiz, MD
FLUENT IN SPANISH AND ENGLISH
Eli Ortiz, MD is a primary care physician who most recently completed his family medicine residency at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas. With a degree in medicine from the UT Health San Antonio School of Medicine and a degree in mathematics from the University of Texas at Austin, Dr. Ortiz brings a diverse skill set to his medical practice. He is committed to providing excellent patient care and contributing to his community through various leadership and volunteer roles. In his spare time, Dr. Ortiz participates in weekly worship services and enjoys outdoor activities such as biking, camping, and hiking.
SAYLA Shipley Donut Card Fundraiser
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce’s Seguin Area Youth Leadership Academy (SAYLA), will be selling Shipley’s Donut cards for $15 each. The group has selected Veterans Park as its community service project and proceeds from the donut card sales will benefit the project. Purchase your pre-paid cards from a SAYLA student or by visiting the Seguin Area Chamber office during regular business hours. For more information, call 830-379-6382.
Hillcrest Church Seeking Donations for Youth Competing at National Fine Arts Festival
The Hillcrest Church is seeking donations for eight student finalists that will compete at the National Fine Arts Festival in Columbus, Ohio on Aug. 5 through Aug. 9. Donations will help achieve their travel and lodging goal. Donations may be made online at www.hillcretag. org/giving, mailing to P.O. Box 267, Seguin, TX 78156, emailing office@hillcrestag.org, or calling 830-3797531.
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
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 830-3050472.
Pecan Valley Communicators
The Pecan Valley Communicators, a community group who help others become confident speakers, we 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. Visit us at www.pecanvalleycommunicators.org
Fireworks Fiesta
The City of Seguin will have its Fireworks Fiesta at 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3. The best views of the fireworks will be near Max Starcke Park Golf Course and the surrounding area. The 25-minute fireworks show is
sponsored by H-E-B, Perdue Brandon, LLP, Attorneys at Law, Niagara Bottling and Caterpillar, Be sure to tune in to KWED, AM 1580 to listen to a patriotic music simulcast during the fireworks.
Guadalupe Appraisal District Closure
The Guadalupe Appraisal District office will be closed on Thursday, July 4 and will re-open on Friday, July 5.
City of Seguin Offices and Library Closure
The City of Seguin non-emergency offices and the Seguin Public Library will be closed on Thursday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. Offices will reopen on Friday, July 5. Garbage and recycling will be collected as normal.
Flag Raising Ceremony
The City of Seguin will have a Flag Raising Ceremony at 9 a.m. Thursday, July 4 in Central Park in downtown Seguin. There will be music, speakers, and pomp and circumstance to remind attendees of the significance of the day. For more information, visit www.visitseguin. com.
Biggest Small-Town Fourth of July Parade in Texas
The Biggest Small-Town Fourth of July Parade in Texas will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 4 along Austin St. in downtown Seguin. The parade route begins at the intersection of Austin and College Streets and ends at the Seguin Coliseum, with all entries traveling south along Austin St. Parade attendees are asked not to block parade route sidewalks with chairs and other items until the morning of the event. To allow for the best parade viewing experience, drivers are asked to not park along the parade route, which includes Austin St. from East Weinert St. to Nelda St.
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 entertainment will be provided by the Brushy Creek Boys and the Beneficiary will be Kidsight.
Discover Nature at the Library
The Guadalupe Master Naturalist will offer its free pre-k through 4th grade Discover Nature program from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 6 at the Park West covered
pavilion, located at 623 N. Vaughn St. in Seguin. Participants will learn by observation and hands-on activities with nature materials.
City of Staples Independence Open Car Show
The City of Staples will have its 4th Annual Independence Open Car Show at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 6 at Staples Memorial Park, located at 9840 FM 621 in Staples. The entry fee is $25 and includes a free t-shirt. Register online at www.cityofstaples.com or the day of the event between 8 and 9 a.m. For more information, contact Mayor Clark at 512-665-2581 or email mayorclarkcos@gmail.com.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 7. Entertainment will be provided by lone Star Pickerz. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
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 second Monday of each month at First Methodist Church Seguin. Learn more at www.NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.
Geronimo VFW Jam Session
The Geronimo VFW will have a Jam Session from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 9. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
Chamber After Hours Mixer
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its After Hours Mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 10 at 1916 Bar & Bistro at the Aumont, located at 301 N. Austin St. in Seguin. Bring your Chamber Membership Card for entry. For more information, call 830-379-6382.
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.
Seguin
Sports Booster Club Media Guide Deadline
The Seguin Sports Booster Club is seeking members and advertisers for its media guide that will be available at each home game this upcoming football season. The deadline for submitting information is Monday, July 12. For application/form, contact Cathy Beicker at 830-401-1954 or cbeicker@gmail.com.
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Kingsbury Methodist Church Ice Cream Social
The Kingsbury Methodist Church will have its Ice Cream Social from 4 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, July 13 at 70350 FM 2438 in Kingsbury. There will be ice cream, light snacks and drinks available.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 14. Entertainment will be provided by Crosstown Country. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
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.
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has established a Disaster Recovery Center at the Redwood Community Center, located at 2045 Spruce St. in San Marcos for Guadalupe County residents affected by the May 9 weather event. Eligible residents may qualify for disaster assistance from FEMA and the Small Business Administration (SBA). The application Deadline is Tuesday, July 16. Contact FEMA to determine eligibility by visiting www.DisasterAssistance.gov, calling 800-621-3362 between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m., or visiting in person at the Disaster Recovery Center, located at 2045 Spruce St. in San Marcos. For more information about FEMA’s recovery efforts, visit www.fema.gov.
Seguin Art League Introduction to Clay Class
The Seguin Art League will offer an Introduction to Clay Class from 10 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, July 16 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Participants in this beginning class will create and texture a clay piece using natural objects. The second session will be devoted to glazing. The class is for ages 10 and older and the cost is $50. For more information, call 830-305-0472.
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.
Crossroads Vacation Bible School
The Crossroads Church will have its Vacation Bible School for children 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. Register at www.crossroads.com. For more information contact Abigail Ashby at 830-379-
7737 or abi@crossroadsc.comhttps://crossroadsc. churchcenter.com/calendar/event/156907802.
Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group
The Texas Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Seguin Support Group will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 16 at the GVEC Community Room, located at 927 N. TX-46 in Seguin.
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, under painting, layering, highlights and reflections. The cost is $40. Call or come by for supply list. For more information, call 830-305-0472.
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 830-2720040, ext. 104 and leave a 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 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.
Seguin Elks Lodge Ice Cream Social
The Seguin Elks Lodge will have an Ice Cream Social at 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 21 at 1331 CH Matthies, Jr. in Seguin. Ice Cream Bowls with various toppings will be available for $5. There will also be music and games by the pool.
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 21. Entertainment will be provided by Country Sounds. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
Paper Mache Screamers Class
The Seguin Art League will offer a Paper Mache Screamers Class from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 23 and Tuesday, July 30 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Use your imagination and creativity to create a head. You will learn to work with armatures as well as learn a non-traditional method of covering. The cost is $50. Supplies are include except you are asked to bring your own coat hanger wire. For more information, call 830305-0472.
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.
Nominations Open for Clinical Healthcare Worker Award
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for the 2024 Clinical Healthcare Worker Award. The deadline to submit nominations is Thursday, July 25. For more information, call 830-379-8263.
Cross Church VBS
The Cross Church will have its Outback Rock Vacation Bible School from 8:45 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 27 at 814 N. Bauer St. in Seguin. Registration forms are available in the church office.
Environmentalist Campaign
There will be a Student Public Interest Research Groups (Student PIRGs) informational meeting from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 27 in the Community Conference Room at the Seguin Public Library, located at 313 Nolte St. in Seguin. For more information, visit www. studentspirgs.org.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 28. Entertainment will be provided by Rex Allen McNiel. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
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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.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, August 4. Entertainment will be provided by the Merles. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
The Gathering Music Show and Dance
The Gathering Music Show and Dance will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6 at the Geronimo VFW. The doors open at 5:30 with at $10 admission. The entertainment will be provided by Bob Appel. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
Women of Influence Conference
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Women of Influence Conference on Wednesday, Aug. 7 and Thursday, Aug. 8 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. For ticket information visit www.seguinchamber.com or call 830-379-6382.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, August 11. Entertainment will be provided by Bob Appel. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830305-8829.
2024 Guadalupe County 4-H Awards Banquet
The 2024 Guadalupe County 4-H Awards Banquet will be held at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 13 at the Seguin Coliseum. Dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m., followed by the awards at 6:30 p.m. RSVP with the Extension office by Thursday, Aug. 1 by calling 830-303-3889.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, August 18. Entertainment will be provided by The Possee. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830305-8829.
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.
Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group
The Texas Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Seguin Support Group will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20 at the GVEC Community Room, located at 927 N. TX-46 in Seguin.
Rising Stars of Guadalupe County
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce’s Young Professionals will recognize Guadalupe County’s most promising young professional at its Rising Stars of Guadalupe County event from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 21 at the Texas Theatre, located at 425 N. Austin St. in Seguin. The event is free, however, registration will be required. To register and for more information, call 830-379-6382.
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.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, August 25. Entertainment will be provided by Brandon Rosage. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
September
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 1. Entertainment will be provided by Paul Sanchez. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-3058829.
The Gathering Music Show and Dance
The Gathering Music Show and Dance will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 3 at the Geronimo VFW. The doors open at 5:30 with at $10 admission. The entertainment will be provided by Tony Booth. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
FFA Pantherfest and Tractor Pull
The Navarro FFA Booster Club will have its Pantherfest and Tractor Pull on Saturday, Sept. 7 at The Big Red Barn, located at 390 Cordova Rd. The Tractor Pull begins at 10 a.m. with a $30 a hook fee. Food trucks will be on site from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pantherfest will run from 5 to 11:30 p.m. with a catered meal by Schulze’s Pit Room. There will also be a dance with music provided by Cross Roads. Pre-sale tickets are $25 and a limited number of tickets will be available at the door for $30. For tickets, email navarroffaboosters@gmail.com.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 8. Entertainment will be provided by Czechaholics. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-3058829.
Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will open its season with Ravel’s Bolero, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 8 at Jackson Auditorium at Texas Lutheran University. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony. org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
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.
Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group
The Texas Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Seguin Support Group will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17 at the GVEC Community Room, located at 927 N. TX-46 in Seguin.
Seguin Area Chamber Annual Banquet & Awards Presentation
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Annual Banquet & Awards Presentation at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 18 at the Seguin Coliseum. The doors open at 5 p.m. The theme is Start Spreading the News.
October
Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group
The Texas Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Seguin Support Group will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15 at the Seguin Public Library.
Kiki
Camarena
Run – Ride To Be Drug Free
The Guadalupe Valley Young Marines will have its 5th Annual Kiki Camarena Run – Ride to Be Drug Free from 9 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19 at the Veterans Outreach Center, located at 205 E. Weinert St. in Seguin. There will be a motorcycle run, chili-dog plate sale, silent auction, and vendors. For more information, contact Dina Dillon at 423-227-9610 or email gvyoungmarines@gmail.com
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.
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November
Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Sibelius’ Second Symphony, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 3 at Canyon High School PAC in New Braunfels. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony.org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group
The Texas Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Seguin Support Group will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12 at the GVEC Community Room, located at 927 N. TX-46 in Seguin.
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.
December
Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group
The Texas Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Seguin Support Group will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10 at the GVEC Community Room, located at 927 N. TX-46 in Seguin.
Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Merry Melodies, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 15 at Jackson Auditorium at Texas Lutheran University. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony.org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
February
Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Puttin On the Ritz, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 23 at the Brauntex Theatre in New Braunfels. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony.org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
March
Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Bond and Beyond, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 30 at the New Braunfels Civic and Convention Center in New Braunfels. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony.org or call the box of-
fice 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@ mtsymphony.org.
April
Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Ode to Joy, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 27 at Jackson Auditorium at Texas Lutheran University. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony. org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
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 Ac-
credited 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, 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.
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.
YARD SALES
MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE: 665 Old Seguin-Luling Road - Saturday, July 6 from 8am to 3pm. Furniture, clothing, piano, cabinets, miscellaneous items and much more!!
