July 10, 2024
Texas internet outage slows local businesses
Pecantown Books & Brews shares impact
Lizz Daniels
(Seguin) -- Texans across the state found themselves in the dark ages as Spectrum Internet suffered a massive outage Tuesday afternoon. In Seguin, residents and local businesses were forced to figure out how to continue normal operations without internet connectivity.
One business impacted by the event was Pecantown Books & Brews. Owner Tess Coody-Anders explains.
“Our point of sale provider allows us to take payments off-line,” she said. “There
are lots of uncertainties with it and no guarantee that those payments will actually be processed when we’re back online, but we have a fighting shot at it. So, we ran credit cards as usual, and we’re hoping for the best. Fortunately, our customers were very understanding and tried to use cash instead, whenever they could.”
However, this is not a foolproof solution and has left Coody-Anders and Pecantown with a day of low sales. Internet, pg. 3
Hands-On Learning
Special by Tracy E. Donley
(Seguin) -- The inception of the Science Mill was something of a stroke of brilliance.
An old feed mill, built in the late 1800s, stood in the heart of the little town of Johnson City in the Texas Hill Country.
It was a landmark in the community—and although it ceased operation as a mill in the 1980s— about a hundred years after it had come into being—it still stood, an icon along US-290.
It was converted into a restaurant and entertainment complex, but then, in 2012, was purchased by the Science Mill, a 501(c)3 non-profit.
About three years later, it opened to the public, and now serves as the ultimate fieldtrip destination for area children—as well as curious adults.
But just as that old mill evolved, so has the Science Mill.
“Not everyone can come to the Science Mill,” says Ashley Kortis, Director of Advancement and Marketing. “So now we bring our programs into their communities.”
That’s right, the Science Mill is no longer fully contained in that repurposed mill in Johnson City—although if you ever have a chance to go there, it’s not to be missed. Now, it hosts summer science camps across the nation— and recently as far off as Nairobi, Kenya. And for the past three years, Texas Lutheran University has played host to the camps in Seguin, this year, offering one camp for elementary school students and another for middle school students from the Seguin, Navarro, and Marion ISDs. The goal? Science, pg. 3
TLU’s Inaugural Ed.D. On-site Residency a Success
(Seguin) -- Fifteen doctoral students gathered early this summer for Texas Lutheran University’s inaugural Ed.D. (Doctor of Education) On-site Residency.
The Ed.D. program, which takes three years to complete and is taught entirely online, offers the on-campus residency as a way for students to come together in person for a collective experience—and it’s one of the things that sets TLU’s program apart from others. Dr. Luigi Peñaranda, Ed.D. program director, says this year’s event was a success, bringing two cohorts of students to campus for four days. “The residency strengthened their relationships with each other, the faculty, and the Ed.D. Program in Interdisciplinary Leadership,” he says. “It was an opportunity to foster a sense of unity and community while cultivating academic rigor and collegiality.”
Peñaranda says that although
the two cohorts are at different stages in the program, the residency offered a chance for them to share experiences, learn from one another, and expand their relational and academic network.
“Most of our Ed.D. program is intentionally online because we want doctoral students who are committed to leadership development in their local communities and educational settings,” he explains. “However, we offer a yearly on-site residency as a space where students can retreat from their routine, focus on their doctoral studies while practicing self-care, and get re-energized to continue their journey.”
Kyle Wych, who is seeking his Ed.D., says the weekend proved valuable for a several reasons. “The first is, we got to see our cohort, many of whom we have not seen in person since our orientation into the program, as well as meet the
second cohort. The second reason was the opportunity to have live discussion in person where we could see the non-verbal expressions of our classmates that you just don’t get in a Zoom call.
Third was the time given to bond with each other to make us all remember that we do really need to lean on each other and support each other through the three-year process.”
Wych, who is Dean of Students at the university, says TLU’s doctoral program is unique in that the required dissertation is incorporated into the classes. “We are writing our dissertation during the process— not after all the classwork has been completed.”
Another participant, Rose Ávila, now a year into the program, found the residency to be a valuable experience as well.
Residency, pg. 3
Special by Tracy E. Donley
Internet, continued.
“Whether it’s the Internet, being out or our point of sale application being down, it’s highly disruptive,” Coody-Anders said. “Firstly, we have no guarantee that any of the transactions we post es today will actually be processed. If not, we gave away a lot of food and books today! There is a very real likelihood that we will not be able to capture any of those transactions
Science, continued.
we processed today, which will mean a significant loss. What’s more, we ended up having to close early because things were just too chaotic and slow. So, we’ve lost sales For the remainder of the day. And most importantly, we weren’t there for our customers the way we’d like to be.”
Coody-Anders says
To make science accessible to children everywhere, regardless of economic status, gender, race, or location.
“The science camps are a good fit for us here at Texas Lutheran University,” says Bob Oliver, who is chair of TLU’s Board of Regents and serves on the Science Mill’s board as well—and who also just happens to be a geologist. Oliver says that bringing local kids to the camps not only exposes them to science, but also allows them to get a taste of what a university campus is like. “Science has always been very important to me,” he says. “The Science Mill provides the curriculum, supplies—and the teachers get to keep the supplies for use during the school year.”
The camp model is unique in that the Science Mill provides curriculum, content, and materials, but local teachers help facilitate the activities.
Thus, the teachers are learning alongside the students and can bring the lessons back to their classrooms, plus they get to keep the materials
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the economic impact of such an outage expands well beyond her business, with businesses across the community experiencing similar operational problems.
“The implications for an individual small business can be dramatic,” Coody-Anders said. “Most are operating with little cash flow, and
and equipment used during camp—a definite win-win situation for all concerned.
TLU President Debbie Cottrell agrees. “I think our future is about serving this region well,” she says, pointing to the importance of making science accessible to all students. Since the Seguin camps are paid for through the support of the Texas Pioneer Foundation and a generous donation from Oliver, there is no charge for students and teachers to attend.
“It’s been tremendous,” she says. “I am a lifelong learner. Spending time with the professors, spending time with the cohort—it’s given me more belief in myself.”
“Starting a dissertation is a huge thing,” she adds. “I didn’t even know that I could do it. But here I am a year later, and I’m confident that I can.”
She says that spending time together with her professors and fellow students, “has given me a belief in myself that I
can’t afford a full days losses. When you add up the impact to small businesses across the state, the economic impact is staggering: lost income, employees losing wages if businesses have to close early, lost inventory. It’s a mess!”
With no clear answers as to the outage’s cause, Spectrum customers will have to wait to see what reason the company provides as local businesses figure out how to recover lost costs due to the internet failure.
“We will not be successful if our students are not successful,” Cottrell says, adding that some of the kids who attend camp might one day be TLU students. “We want to be a place that has helped them to figure out their journey.”
Indeed, science has been an important part of TLU’s curriculum from the beginning and has taken center stage with its nursing programs on multiple campuses, not to mention its ongoing emphasis on all of the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) subjects.
Cottrell says that introducing children to science early on also allows confidence to take root, and Kortis concurs. “We want every kid to know—they don’t have to be a doctor or a nurse—but we want them to know it’s possible.”
And exploring possibilities is most definitely the order of the day at the Science Mill, whether at the main facility in Johnson City or at camp, where future scientists are busy building robots, learning coding, discovering nature, and gaining a love for learning and the confidence to ask questions.
didn’t know I had. That’s what I came here for.”
Once the weekend wrapped up, the students went their separate ways—knowing one another better and feeling prepared to face the challenges that lay ahead. Peñaranda was pleased with the outcome.
“We want doctoral students to participate in onsite residencies during their first and second years of the program, with the hope that their next visit to campus, in the third year, will be to participate in their commencement ceremony.”
Seguin boys force play-in game; Marion
TLU Track and Field Earns SCAC Team Sportsmanship Awards
Bryce Hayes - TLU Sports Information & Sports Marketing
SUWANEE, GA -- In an announcement made today from the league office, nine Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference (SCAC) spring programs were recognized as a 2024 Sportsmanship Team recipient for their respective sport. Texas Lutheran Men’s Track and Field was awarded the award for Men’s Track and Field for the third consecutive season, a first in the history of the award, while Women’s Track and Field earned the honors for the second time in program history and second consecutive year.
With both programs taking home honors, it marks the fourth time in SCAC history that one institution has earned top marks in both men’s and women’s track and field. The Bulldogs, who also swept the honors last season, are joined by Colorado College (2017) and Southwestern (2018) in achieving the honor.
The SCAC Student-Athlete Advisory Committee instituted the award prior to the 2016-17 academic year in an effort to honor the team that best portrays good sportsmanship and fair play from the players and coaches during the season. The spring awards are presented in baseball, men’s and women’s golf, softball, men’s and women’s tennis and men’s and women’s track and field. Earlier in the academic year, fall and winter sports programs were recognized with Texas Lutheran also earning the honors in volleyball.
The awards were voted on by each member institution’s SAAC, with each individual group ranking the top three teams in each sport. The first place selections were awarded five points, second place earned
three points and third place earned one point. Points were then totaled to select the conference’s overall winner.
For all updates on Texas Lutheran Track and Field, follow @tluxctf on Instagram as well as all official TLU Athletics accounts.
Martin
Lt. Col. Ford G Martin, US Army (retired) was born on December 6, 1935, and passed away on July 7, 2024, in Seguin, TX at the age of 88.
Ford grew up in Pearsall, TX helping his father with ranching in Catarina, Artesia Wells, and Encinal. While helping his father with ranching, he had a favorite horse named Shorty. During his high school years, he played football for the Pearsall Mavericks and worked on the yearbook as the Sport’s Manager and during the summer months he worked for the highway department or helped his Uncle Charlie at Kickapoo Kamp in Kerrville. He tooled belts for extra money.
Originally from Pearsall, he attended Texas A&M University and was in the Corps of Cadets and graduated from Texas A&M University in 1958. After graduating, he was commissioned into the Army in 1959 and served 20 years and retired in 1979. He also graduated from the Army’s Command and General Staff College at Ft. Leavensworth, KS. Overseas duty was in Germany, Dominican Republic, twice to Vietnam and Korea. State side assignments were Ft. Benning, GA, Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD; Ft. Hood, TX, Ft. Bragg, NC, Lackland AFB, TX, Ft. Leavensworth, KS, Ft. Sam Houston, TX, Ft. Polk, LA and Ft. Ben Harrison, IN. In Vietnam, he served as an Advisor to the Vietnamese Army and was a battalion executive officer. In Korea, he served as Assistant Adjutant for US Forces-Korea and the Eighth US Army. At Ft. Polk, he was the 5th Infantry Division Adjutant General. Decorations include the Bronze Star with 2 Oak Leaf Clusters (indicating three awards; Defense Moratoriums Service Medal, Moratorium Service Medal with a 1 Oak Leaf Cluster, Air Medal, Army Commendation Medal, and the Republic of Vietnam Staff Service Honor Medal.
Upon retiring from the Army in 1979, he started his second career and entered the insurance business industry. He enjoyed helping people and making lifelong friends. The insurance career provided a lot of opportunities for learning, travel, new experiences and enjoying life. He had a passion for helping others and went above and beyond to help in any way he could. He was so much more than an insurance agent; he was a true friend to his customers as well. His service never stopped at just selling the policy. He made sure to hand deliver each policy and if there ever was a problem,
question or claim on the policies that he sold, he always wanted to meet face to face to solve the problem or deliver the check. He took a lot of pride in his business, and he wanted to make sure every customer was completely satisfied. So many clients started out as customers and ended up being lifelong friends who truly adored Ford. He was a member of the Million Dollar Round Table for 35 years.
Ford was a Scottish Rite Mason and a member of Frio Lodge 399 in Pearsall since 1958.
Ford was a good and gentle man. He loved Aggie Football and supported Aggie Mom’s and other charitable organizations. Ford loved Texas history, arrowheads, coin collecting and photography. He loved Jesus and went on his Walk to Emmaus and served on 5 teams.
Dementia robbed Ford of his last years of enjoyable life but as Evelyn says- When he gets to heaven he will remember every Aggie score.
He was loved by all and cherished by his family and friends. He will be remembered as a good and gentle man who loved God, his family, friends, and those Aggies.
Ford is preceded in death by his parents Tully and Bertha Mae (Ford) “Boogie” Martin of Pearsall, TX, his brother Henry Martin of San Antonio, TX, his beloved daughter Kris Ann Martin of Bryan/College Station, TX. His brother-in-law Joe DeCock of Detroit, MI and his brother- in- law Ray DeCock of San Antonio, TX.
He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Evelyn, his sons, Greg (Amy) Martin of Odessa, TX and Gary Martin of Whitney, TX. Grandsons Braden Martin of Odessa, TX and Brett Martin and fiancée Maddie McCormick of Austin, TX. Ford cherished his family and friends, especially Debi Hartwick, his administrative assistant of 25 years.
Visitation will begin on Friday, July 12, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. at First Methodist Church in Seguin, Texas followed by funeral services at 10:30 a.m. with the Reverend Ray Perales officiating. A reception will follow in Hierholzer Hall. Serving as pallbearers at the church will be his family members.
Graveside services and interment with Full Military Honors will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 12 noon at the Pearsall Cemetery, on FM 140 East across from the Highway Department in Pearsall, Texas.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Methodist Church, 710 N. Austin St., Seguin, Texas, 78155, to any Texas A & M (Fighting Aggies) organization of choice or to any other charity of 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.
Oscar Boelter, a beloved husband, brother, uncle and friend, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2024 at the age of 81 surrounded by family.
Oscar was born on February 11, 1943 in Karnes City, Texas to Oscar William Boelter Sr and Erna Knoll Boelter.
Oscar ws preceded in death by his parents, his wife Catherine, sisters and brother-in-law Mary and Harold Schultz, Gerdine and Birl Stockton, Johnny Pfiel, Donald Lockstedt and Douglas Springs.
Oscar is survived by Erna Mae Pfiel, Melvin Boelter, Nora Oncken, Doris and Eddie Goodwin, Delores Springs, Henry and Deanne Boelter, Matilda Boelter, and many nieces and nephews.
A celebration of Oscar’s life will be held on July 20, 2024 at 10 a.m. at Cross Church in Seguin. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to a charity of your choice in his honor. Cross Church, 814 N. Bauer, Seguin, Texas or the Verne Lundquist Athletic Center of TLU, c/o Texas Lutheran University Development Office, 1000 W. Court Street, Seguin, Texas 78155
Oscar’s legacy of love, wisdom and kindness will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.
He will be deeply missed but never forgotten.
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.
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.
Motorcyclist Dead, Another Hospitalized After Riding in 128-Degree Heat In Death Valley (Undated) -- A motorcyclist is dead after being exposed to record-breaking heat in California’s Death Valley National Park. The person was part of a group of motorcyclists riding through the park on Saturday, when the high reached 128 degrees. That broke Death Valley’s high temperature record for the July 6th date. Another motorcyclist suffered severe heat illness and was transported to a hospital in Las Vegas. National Park officials say emergency medical helicopters could not respond because they cannot fly safely when it is more than 120 degrees outside.
Schiff Supports Cognitive Test For Trump, Biden (Washington, DC) -- Both President Biden and former President Trump should take cognitive tests. That’s what California Democrat Adam Schiff told NBC’s “Meet the Press.” This comes as Biden faces calls to drop out of the presidential race following his poor debate performance against Trump. Some are concerned over whether Biden can defeat Trump and serve another four years in office due to his age. Schiff, meanwhile, claimed a test would likely show Trump “has a serious illness of one kind or another.”
VP Harris’ Husband Doug Emhoff Tests Positive For COVID-19 (Washington, DC) -- Vice President Kamala Harris’s office says second gentleman Doug Emhoff has tested positive for COVID-19. The announcement said Emhoff had experienced mild symptoms before being tested on Saturday, as he is now asymptomatic. The office noted he is fully vaccinated. Vice President Harris was also tested and her test came back negative. Harris is scheduled to travel to Las Vegas on Tuesday to campaign for President Biden.
Abortions
Down Since
Six-Week Ban Took Effect
(Tallahassee, FL) -- The number of abortions in Florida appear to be slowing since a six-week abortion ban went into effect. The state’s Agency for Health Care Administration releases a report every month that shows how many abortions have been performed since January First. The latest report, dated July First, indicates there were about four-thousand abortions since the previous report issued in June. That represents about half the number of abortions reported in May. All told, the state counts over 36-thousand abortions this year.
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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 830-379-7531.
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 830401-2321 or email ltrevino@seguintexas.
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 830-4011954 or cbeicker@gmail.com.
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.
Germania Bowling Club Annual Picnic
The Germania Bowling Club will have its Annual Picnic from 4 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, July 13 and from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, July 14 at 1826 Zuehl Road. Sausage plates are $12 and will be available for dine-in or drive thru. Raffle tickets will also be available for $5 or 5 for $20.
Knights of Columbus #3412 BBQ Charity Fundraiser
The Knights of Columbus #3412 will have its BBQ Charity Fundraiser from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, July 14 at the Columbus Club of Seguin. There will be a drive thru and pickup line. Pork steak plates are $12 and include pork steak, green beans, country potatoes and a slice of bread. For more information, call Rodney Robal, Event Chair, at 760-464-3186.
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 830-3797737 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.
Master Naturalist Meet N’ Greet
The Master Naturalist will have a Meet N’ Greet at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 16 at the AgriLife Extension Bldg., located at 210 E. Live Oak St. in Seguin. The Texas Master Naturalist is a volunteer program focused on conservation of Texas’ natural resources. Come learn about the program and upcoming Training Class.
Comal Country Music Show
The Comal Country Music Show will be held from 7:30 to 10 p.m. on Tuesday, July 16 at the Columbus Club Hall, located at 111 Landa St. in New Braunfels. The featured guests performers will be Curtis Richard and Priscilla Speed. The doors open at 6 p.m. with a $7 cover charge. All proceeds benefit charities.
Young Professionals Lunch & Learn
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals will have a Lunch & Learn from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, July 17 at the Court Street Coffee Shop.
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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
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 830272-0040, ext. 104 and leave a message.
NARFE Meeting
There will be a NARFE Meeting a 10 a.m. on Friday, July 19 at the 710 Activity Center, located at 710 Landa St. in New Braunfels. The program will be NARFE Advocacy.
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.
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.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
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.
La Trinidad Camp Firelight VBS
The La Trinidad UMC will have its Firelight Vacation Bible School on Monday, July 22 through Thursday, July 25 at 306 E. Gonzales St. in Seguin. Dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m. followed by VBS from 6 to 8 p.m. for ages 5 to 12. To register and for more information, call 830-379-1991 or email ltumcseguin.com.
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 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.
City of Seguin Sign Ordinance Public Input Session
The City of Seguin will have Public Input Session to discuss updates to the city’s Sign Ordinance from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 24 at the Seguin Public Library, located at 313 W. Nolte in Seguin.
Nominations Open for Clinical Healthcare Worker AwardThe 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.
August
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.
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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.
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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 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.
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 830303-3889.
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 830-305-8829.
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.
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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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 830-305-8829.
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.
Leadership Seguin Application Deadline
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for its Leadership Seguin program that builds community leaders. The target is to attract emerging leaders who have established themselves as having leadership potential and have shown a concern for Seguin’s future. The deadline to apply is Friday, Sept. 6. For more information, call 830-3796382.
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 830-305-8829.
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 office 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 830303-4188 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 830372-5980.
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.
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