SDN: August 2, 2023

Women of Influence Gala & Conference begins in Seguin

Darren Dunn

(Seguin) -- A two-day event that looks to celebrate and empower the women of the Lone Star Stage gets underway tonight in Seguin. The second annual Texas Women of Influence Gala & Conference is again being presented by the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce. The event was the brainchild of Chamber Chair Natalie Jones, who said that they wanted a way to recognize local female leaders, while also bringing other women together to support each other and to learn from.

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of different industries that can speak to their successes as women in those industries, share best practices to help others grow around them, really leave people feeling empowered and inspired motivated to be their best self but we wanted to take it a step further and we really felt like there also needed to be a celebration of all of the women in our area, all the amazing things that they do and accomplish everyday balancing work and life and kids and family and friends and there is a lot of balance there – celebrating the different perspectives that they bring to the organizations and businesses that they are a part of so that’s where the gala came in is we felt like Hats off to Her would be a celebration where men and women can come together and all celebrate together the accomplishments of what women do every single day,” said Jones.

Chamber President Chester Jenke says he was blown away by the success of last year’s inaugural event. He says he knew this would be a good idea, but he expects it to continue to grow and get better each year.

Jones says this is an event that’s aimed at women, but really, it helps to make everyone better.

“I have found that men really enjoy celebrating the women and the difference that women make. They just needed an opportunity to get together and do it and we see men recognized at events and yes, this is really tailored what women do because they are so unique and so different and add a different perspective but once they have an opportunity to come together and celebrate, they enjoy doing it. You have a mom. You have a sister. You have a best friend. You have a spouse. You have a daughter.

There’s a woman in everybody’s life that has contributed to your success and it’s just taking that extra time to say thank you and recognize that and then the next day, all of them getting together and really sharing their stories of success and obstacles that they’ve had to overcome so we can be the best that we can be,” said Jones.

The event opens with a gala tonight in the Seguin Coliseum. Tickets are no longer available for the gala, but during the event, the annual Guadalupe County Woman of Influence Award will be given to local businesswomen Krista Moreno. Moreno is being honored for all of the volunteer work she has done in the community, particularly the work she has done in support of students and staff in the Seguin ISD. Jenke says Moreno is well deserving of this honor, and they had several great nominees for the award this year.

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“I have found that men really enjoy celebrating the women and the difference that women make.”

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“The social hour starts at 5:30 to 6 and then we will have a sit down dinner by Burnt Bean and we will honor that Local Woman of Influence which this year is Krista Moreno and if you don’t know Krista Moreno, I don’t know what rock you climbed from underneath here in Seguin because she has been so influential in so many things and I guess when I was reading through her nomination form, I knew about the PAC but there was so much more that she did that I didn’t know about. So, that night, we will honor her,” said Jenke.

Day two of the event begins on Thursday with a number of speakers and special breakout sessions. Organizers say there will be two speakers on the main stage, along with nine breakout sessions. The conference will also offer an Inspiration Center, vendor shopping and a keynote speaker.

This year’s keynote speaker will be this year’s Texas Woman of Influence winner Ruth Hughes. Jenke says Hughes has done some amazing work for the state of Texas and she is well deserving of this recognition.

“Ruth is the former Texas Secretary of State. She is a very accomplished attorney in the lawyer field. But more than that, she was so influential with making those connections if you will with Texas and Mexico as Secretary of State. She oversaw all the elections so if you want to talk about somebody who has been influential inside of Texas that Secretary of State position is just so much more than being a secretary, taking notes for the legislative session etc.,” said Jenke.

In addition to the speakers, Jones says those attending the conference will really get to choose from a wide array of topics that will be covered throughout the day. She says their breakout sessions offer something for everyone.

“There will be three breakout sessions for people to

pick and choose and design their own day and then we will recognize our keynote speaker and award recipient for the Texas Woman of Influence Award and that is Ruth Hughes and she will take the stage and have some time to talk to us and inspire us and throughout the day, we also have vendor booths. We have an inspiration center where people can get resumes reviewed. They can talk through social media tackets. They can talk about dressing professionally on a budget. How to be the healthiest you that you can be so that you can be the most successful for the people around you whether that be coworkers, family, or friends. So, lots of interactive opportunities in and out throughout the conference as people design their own day,” said Jones.

The chamber also released the names of the other speakers for this year’s conference. The speaker list includes Felicia Jeffery, Lynn Kincaid, Sarah Wilson, Melissa Vega, Dr. Ruth A Reitzel, Sarah Chilutti, Jill Heard, Yvonne Sifuentes, Jillian Strong, Nicole Bruton and Natalie Land.

More information about the gala and conference can be found at seguinchamber.com, or by calling the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce office at 830-379-6382.

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Montague

Rodney “Mark” Montague, age 71 of Seguin passed away on July 22, 2023. Mark was born in New Braunfels, Texas on November 8, 1951, to Helen Marie (Schnautz) and C. E. Montague. He worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone Company (now ATT), beginning in 1972, for 33 years. After he retired from ATT, he worked for Texas Prison System as a telephone tech, where he helped inmates enroll in the phone systems.

He was actively involved in the Guadalupe County Wildlife Management, acting as a director, then serving as President from 2003 to 2005. Mark enjoyed hunting, shooting guns, and riding his Harley.

Mark is preceded in death by his parents, older brother Harry and his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Pat and Jim Kersey. Mark and Jim were best friends.

Survivors include his loving wife of 49 years, Brenda Montague; son, Adam Montague; daughter, Leslie Carver; grandchildren, Hailey, Willow, Dean, and L’Nel; sister Sharon Ferrell and husband Bill; brother, John Montague; sister-inlaw, Janie Sedlak, and husband Matt; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and friends.

In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Seguin Art League, P. O. Box 445, Seguin, Texas, 78156, or the Guadalupe County Wildlife Management Association, 210 E. Liveoak, Seguin, Texas, 78155.

A memorial service celebrating Mark’s life is being planned for later in the fall at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel. Please visit www.treshewell.com for updated times.

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

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VITAL STATISTICS

Cowey

Mary Jane Cowey, age 69 of Seguin passed away on July 28, 2023. Mary Jane was born on October 18, 1953, to Vivian LaRue (Mendenhall) and Van R. Satterwhite.

Mary Jane is preceded in death by her parents and her loving husband, Alvin Cowey.

Survivors include 3 loving children, Larry, Brady, and Christina Cowey; 6 adored grandchildren; sister, Faye Stansberry, numerous nieces, nephews, friends, and other family members.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 3, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary. Funeral service will be held Friday, August 4, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary with Pastor Billy Bob Moore officiating. Interment to follow at Tabor Cemetery.

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

Carpenter

Rev. Marvin Carpenter of Seguin, Texas passed away Sunday July 30, 2023 at the age of 94 years old.

Survivors include wife: MaryAnn Dillon Carpenter, sons: Marvin Carpenter Jr., and Michael Carpenter, daughters: Robin Michelle Carpenter, Stacy Lynnette Hall, JoAnn Carpenter and Jennifer Carpenter Wilson.

Wake will be held Thursday August 3rd 2023 from 5pm-7pm at New St. James Baptist Church. Viewing will be held Friday August 4th 2023 from 10am-11am at New St. James Baptist Church. Funeral Services will be held Friday August 4th 2023 at 11am at New St. James Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery at 2:15pm

Services Entrusted to: Crenshaw Funeral Home, 216 Blumberg St. Seguin, Tx. 78155 830-303-2208

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Walker

Barbara Nell Chessher Walker, age 81 of Seguin, passed away on August 1, 2023. Barbara was born on July 26, 1942, in Nixon, Texas to Doris Nell (Billings) and Lillard Hugh Chessher.

Barbara was a graduate of Nixon High School Class of 1960 in Nixon, Texas. She attended Texas Christian University. Barbara worked in several banks throughout Seguin and Nixon during her career as a personal banker. Barbara and Bobby were founding members of Lifegate Ministries and Lifegate Christian School in Seguin where they remained actively involved until their health declined.

Barbara enjoyed gardening, especially antique roses, spending time with all her cats and dogs, and taking trips. She was blessed to spend this past Mother’s Day with her entire family at Port Aransas.

Barbara is preceded in death by her loving husband of 45 years Bobby Jay Walker and her parents. Survivors include her loving sons, Jim Weaver and his wife Kelly, Ty Weaver, and wife Kishna; grandchildren who knew and loved her as Grandma, Lyndsay Shearrer and husband Taylor, Garrett Weaver, Brock Weaver, and Nicole Weaver; great-granddaughter, Kinley Shearrer; brother, Bill Chessher and wife Brenda; niece, Brandi Schonberg; nephew, Steven Chessher; special cousin, Patsy Brandenberger and her daughters, Sammie Veit and Jodie Mahan; several great-nieces and great-nephews; numerous cousins, other loving family members, and friends.

Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. on Monday, August 7, 2023, at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel followed by funeral services at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Robert K. Odom officiating. Interment will follow at Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park. A reception will follow in the Lifegate Ministries Fellowship Hall.

Barbara loved her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ with all her heart and now is in his presence. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lifegate Ministries, 395 Lifegate Lane, Seguin, Texas, 78155.

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

Senator Schumer Urges House to Pass Fentanyl Bill

(New York, NY) -- Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer spoke out on Sunday, calling for new legislation to be passed by the House that would significantly reduce the flow of fentanyl into the U.S. The New York Senator held a press conference and urged the House to pass the FEND Off Fentanyl Bill, which successfully made its way through the Senate last Thursday. Schumer says the plan can stop the massive amounts of fentanyl entering the country by Christmas, but that the House must act. Congress will reconvene in September, and Schumer wants the House to include the legislation in its defense bill. The CDC says over 65-thousand people died of fentanyl drug overdoses in the U.S in 2021.

GOP Pro-Lifer Says Party Not Doing Enough For Women

(Columbia, SC) -- A Republican pro-life congresswoman admits her party is not doing enough to help women. Speaking on Fox News Sunday, Nancy Mace of South Carolina says “it looks bad” to target military women so soon after Roe v. Wade was struck down. Mace was referring to a GOP amendment to the annual National Defense Authorization Act that would prohibit reimbursing service members who travel to receive abortions. She said she’s frustrated that House Republicans haven’t taken up legislation related to health care and counseling and other services for women. Mace added Republicans have to do a better job of showing they care about women if they want to “take the White House and flip the Senate.”

New Missouri Task Force Studying Pregnancy Deaths Due To Opioid-Use

(Jefferson City, MO) -- A new state panel is reviewing Missouri’s pregnancy-related deaths due to opioid use. Missouri’s House Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Task Force says recent findings show that the primary cause for pregnancy deaths include mental health concerns, opioid use disorder and substance abuse disorder. Their data also shows that over 60 Missouri women die each year while pregnant or within one year of pregnancy. That gives Missouri the seventh highest rate of pregnancy-related deaths in the country.

NY A.I. Surgery Helps Paralyzed L.I. Man

(Massapequa, NY) -- A paralyzed man on Long Island regains some movement after breakthrough A.I. surgery. Forty-five-year-old Keith Thomas became a quadriplegic after breaking his neck in a swimming pool accident three years ago. Thomas became emotional while thanking his doctors at Northwell Health who used computer chips to help reconnect his brain to his spinal cord back in March. Thomas has improved dramatically since his 15 hour surgery, and is giving hope to over 100 million people dealing with paralysis all over the world. He can now move his right arm and hand.

COMMUNITY COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Sunrise Lions Club Meeting

The Sunrise Lions Club will meet at 6 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 2 at IHOP, located at TX Hwy. 123 & IH 10. The guest speaker will be Colonel Nathan T. Colunga, Commander of the Special Warfare Training Wing, Lackland AFB.

Seguin Premier Toastmasters

Seguin Premier Toastmasters will meet from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month at GVEC Community Room, located at 927 SH-46 in Seguin. Toastmasters is a place to practice your speech for work or school where friendly people encourage and give tips to help you improve your communication skills. For more information, call Dina at 423-227-9610.

NAMI Family Support Group

The NAMI Family Support Group for adult family members and friends of adults with mental health conditions meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at First Methodist Church Seguin. Learn more at www.NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.

Leadership Seguin Application Deadline

Applications are available for the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership Seguin program. The deadline to apply is Thursday, Aug 3. For more information, call 830379-6382 or email cofc@seguinchamber.com.

Geronimo Lions Meeting

The Geronimo Lions meet at 6:30 a.m. on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at the Big Red Barn on Cordova Road. Breakfast is provided. For more information, call Steven Hughes at 870-949-5003.

Celebrate Recovery

The Celebrate Recovery ministry at Crossroads Church meets from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday nights at 3455 W. Hwy 90 in Seguin. Celebrate recovery is for anyone dealing with anxiety, alcohol, depression, codependency, unforgiveness, self doubt, addiction, grief, eating disorders, relationships, anger, substance abuse, destructive behavior, spending, stress, and more. For more information call 830-251-2080.

AA Meetings

The Seguin Primary Purpose Group of AA will meet at 7 p.m. Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 315 S. Crockett St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830386-0334.

Rummage Sale

There will be a Rummage Sale from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 4 and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5 at the Cross Church Fellowship Hall, located at 814 N. Bauer St. in Seguin.

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, Aug. 4 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 beneficiary will be Pack the Bus and entertainment will be provided by Charlie and Wyatt.

Youth Co-Ed Volleyball League

The Seguin Parks and Recreation Department will offer a Youth Co-Ed Volleyball League for children in 2nd through 6th grades Friday evenings from Friday, Aug. 4 to Friday, Sept. 8. 2nd and 3rd grades will play from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and players in 4th through 6th grade will play from 6 to 8 p.m. on Fridays at the volleyball complex adjacent to the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. No league play will be held on Friday, Sept. 1. The cost is $50 per player. Register online at www.seguintexas.gov/ sports. For more information, call 830-401-2480.

Garage/Rummage Sale

The Guadalupe County Humane Society will have its Garage/Rummage Sale at 8 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 5 behind the businesses located at 2511 N. State Hwy 46. There will be furniture, clothes, kitchen items, adult and children’s books, and décor for your home. All proceeds help sustain GCHS’ daily operations, as well as help finance our low-cost Spay/Neuter program.

Refuge III School Supplies/Back Pack Give Away

The Reguge III Church will have a School Supplies and Back Pack Give Away from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 5 at the church located at 7535 Elm Creek Road in Seguin.

Pack the Bus

The Pack the Bus for school supplies collection will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5 at Plaza Del Rey. To volunteer for the event, call 830-303-5911.

Free Back to School Rummage Sale

The Wings of Wesley Clothes and Food Pantry of Wesley-Harper United Methodist Church will host a Free Back to School Rummage Sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 5. There will be free clothes and shoes for children and adults, household and kitchenware items, toys, and a limited amount of free school supplies. Everything is free, however, donations are appreciated.

Seguin PD Back to School Drive-Thru Event

The Seguin Police Department will have its Back to School drive-thru event at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 5 at the Seguin Coliseum. For questions, email CommunityEngagement@ seguintexas.gov.

Allan Dreibrodt Memorial Fundraiser

The Allan Dreibrodt Memorial Fundraiser will be held Saturday, Aug. 5 at the Columbus Club Hall of Seguin. Doors open at 5 p.m. with serving of a meal by Next Door Catering at 5:30 p.m., a dance by Gary Glenn and the 20X Band, and auction at 9 p.m. There will also be raffles and a silent auction. Pre-sale tickets are $50 for adults and $25 for kids (7-12) and are available at Gift & Gourmet, by calling Dalena Krueger at 830-832-1476, or Brannon Dreibrodt at 830-305-6037. Sponsorships are also available.

Seguin Parrot Head Club Phling

The Seguin Parrot Head Club will have its Annual Phling from 7 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5 at the McQueeney Lions Club, located at 3211 FM 78 in McQueeney. Tickets are $60 per ticket and are available at the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce, Gift and Gourmet, and Alamo Title New Braunfels. Must be over 21 to purchase. Tickets at the door are $70. There will be a meal, beverages, silent auction, ticket raffle and live music by the Jonas Lorence

Band. For more information visit www.seguinphc.com or call Kathy Seeger at 830-305-4547.

Immanuel Lutheran Church Festival

The Immanuel Lutheran Church will have its 19th Annual Church Festival beginning at 9 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 6 with a Worship Service at C of C Hall in La Vernia. A Roast Beef Dinner will be available for $12 from 11 a.m. to be determined at event. There will be dine in or drive-thru. There will also be music by The Accordion Cowboy, Chris Rybak, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., a live auction at 1:15 p.m., a silent auction, raffle, cake walk, country store, and games for kids. Dinner and events will take place at the Chamber of Commerce Park, located at 12301 US Hwy. 87 W. in La Vernia.

Kids Back to School Haircut Day

The Seguin Elks Lodge will have a free Kids Back to School Haircut Day from noon to 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 6 at 1331 CH Matthies Jr. in Seguin.

Pastor’s 5th Anniversary Celebration

The Greater Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church will have its Pastor’s 5th Anniversary Celebration at 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 6. The guests will be Sledge Chapel Baptist Church of Kyle, Rev. Arthur A. Mc Donald Sr., Pastor.

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.

Blood Drive

The City of Seguin is partnering the South Texas Blood & Tissue Center to host a Blood Drive from 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, Aug. 8. The bloodmobile will be a the Seguin Coliseum parking lot, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Appointments can be made online at https://donor.southtexasblood.org/.../drive_schedule/138229. For more information, call 210-668-5914 or 830-386-2590.

Master Naturalist Training Class

The Guadalupe Master Naturalist Chapter will offer a Master Naturalist Training Classes will be held every other Tuesday from 1 to 4 p.m. Aug. 8 to Nov. 18 at the AgriLife Extension Building, located at 210 E. Live Oak St. in Seguin. The Cost is $125. For application and class information, visit http://txmn.org/guadalupe and follow the “Certification Training” dropdown or text John Barrington at 830-237-3544. Master Naturalists are volunteers educating the public and working to enhance and preserve the many natural resources and areas of Texas. Learn more about the program at http://txmn.org.

Ballaet Folklórico De La Rosa/Mariachi Juan Seguin Registration

Registration for the Ballaet Folklórico De La Rosa and Mariachi Juan Seguin will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 8 and Wednesday, Aug. 9 at Teatro’s Cultural Arts Center, located at 921 W. New Braunfels St. in Seguin. The registration packet can also be downloaded at www. teatrodeartes.org and filled out, scanned and emailed to teatrodeartes@gmail.com or dropped off during the registration dates/times.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Veterans Outreach Center Opening Ceremony

The Guadalupe County Commissioners Court will have an Opening Ceremony for the Veterans Outreach Center at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 9 at 205 E. Weinert St. in Seguin. There will be facility tours and refreshments. Overflow parking for the event will be available at Palmer Mortuary, located at 1116 N. Austin St. and Dr. Thomas Raetzsch Family Practice, located at 1025 N. Austin St. (in the back lot on River St.) For questions, call the Veterans Services Office at 830-303-8870.

Nominations Request

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for its Community Hero Award and Clinical Healthcare Worker Award in honor of Margo Trost. The awards are for healthcare workers who have truly made a difference in the community, caused a positive impact in the county, or has been influential in making a change in our area. Nominations should be submitted before Friday, Aug. 11. For more information, call 830379-6382.

Seguin 185th Birthday Celebration

The Seguin Conservation Society will have a Seguin 185th Birthday Celebration from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 11 at the 1st Church/Campbell-Hoermann Log Cabin Complex. The event features a catered BBQ dinner, Mayor Proclamation, live entertainment, Annual SCS Membership Meeting/Election of New Board Members, and a Homemade Ice Cream Contest. A Golf Tournament will be held at 8 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 12 at Max Starcke Park Golf Course. Pre-sale Tickets are available for $15 each at Gift and Gourmet, Keepers, the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce, or from any board member.

Adult

Beginning Watercolor Class

The Seguin Art League will offer an adult Beginning Watercolor Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 12 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Participants,14 and older, will learn how colors interact, how to make washes, learn color theory, and basic page layout. The cost is $30 with supplies included. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

Hermann Sons Life Summerfest

The Hermann Sons Life will have its Summerfest at noon Sunday, Aug. 13 at the Seguin Lodge Hall, located at 2918 W. Kingsbury St. in Seguin. Barbecue brisket will be served at 1 p.m. and you are encouraged to bring sides and desserts to share. For more information and to RSVP contact Tim Kolbe at 830-660-3713.

Elm Creek Community Cemetery Meeting

There will be an Elm Creek Community Cemetery Meeting at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 13 at 1951 Settlers Way in Seguin. Donations for continued maintenance would be greatly appreciated. For more information or questions, call or text 210-414-3308.

Precious Life School Supply Distribution

The Precious Life Suicide Prevention will have its School Supply Distribution, for children Pre-K through 12th grade, from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, August 19. Advance registration is mandatory and must be com-

pleted by Wednesday, August 16. Register online at https://preciouslifesuicideprevention.org or by phone at 830-372-5980.

Adult Creative Crochet Class

The Seguin Art League will offer an adult Creative Crochet Class from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 17 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Participants,14 and older, can make a piece of fiber art using free form crochet to make original designs. The cost is $30 with supplies included. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

Wildlife Management Association Fall Meeting

The Guadalupe County Wildlife Management Association will have its Fall Meeting beginning with a social hour at 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 18 at the The Red Barn, located at 390 Cordova Rd. in Seguin. Dinner plates by Next Door Catering are $14. The program will be a discussion of a wide variety of wildlife topics by Wildlife Biologist, Trent Teinert. To RSVP, email guadcountywma@gmail.com or call 830-660-3296.

Benefit Fundraiser

There will be a Benefit Fundraiser for Seguin City Council District 2 Member, Sonia Mendez from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 19 at the Seguin Coliseum. BBQ Plates are $15 and are available at Seguin City Hall. There will also be raffles and a silent auction. Monetary donations are accepted at First United Bank or Venmo at Sonia-Mendez-23312. Proceeds will help medical expenses for a debilitating illness.

Youth Co-Ed Golf Clinics

The Starcke Park Golf Course, in partnership with First tee Program Greater San Antonio, is hosting a series of golf clinics for youth this fall. Children ages 7 to 13 will have an opportunity to learn the basics of playing golf. All clinics will be held at Starcke Park. The clinics will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 21 and Monday Aug. 28 for ages 7 to 9, Thursday, Sept. 21 and Thursday, Sept. 28 for ages 10 to 11, and Tuesday, Oct. 17 and Tuesday, Oct. 24 for ages 12 to 13. Register online at www.seguintexas.gov/sports. For more information, call 830-401-2480.

Republican Women’s Annual Happy Hour

The Guadalupe County Republican Women’s Annual Happy Hour will be held at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 24 at the Seguin Brewing Company, located at 111 W. Gonzales St. in Seguin. The special guest speaker will be pro-life champion and national best-selling author, Abby Johnson and South Texas Pregnancy Care Center (STPCC), Executive Director, Janice Weaver. Diapers will be collected at the event for the STPCC. For more information, visit www.guadalupe-county-rw. com.

Seguin Parks and Recreation Summer Movies in the Park

The Seguin Parks and Recreation Department conclude its free Summer Movies Friday, Aug. 25 in Max Starcke Park East near the Patricia K. Irvine-King Pavilion. Bring your popcorn, drinks, lawn chairs, family and friends. Movies in the Park are made possible by generous support from H-E-B. For more information,

call 830-401-2480.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. day, Saturday, Aug. 26 at GRMC Hospital, located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www. Freshtrak.com.

Chamber After Hours Mixer

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its After Hours Mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 31 at 214 Medical Drive. For more information, call 830379-6382.

September

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, Sept. 1 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 beneficiary will be the Geronimo Volunteer Fire Department and entertainment will be provided by Brushy Creek.

Glue Batik Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Glue Batik Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Learn a fun and non-messy way to create batik on fabric. The class is for adults. The cost is $30 with supplies included. For more information, call 830-3050472 or visit www.seguinartleague.com.

State of the City Luncheon

The Seguin Are Chamber of Commerce will have its State of the City Luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 6 at the Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. The meal is $20 for members in advance and $25 for non-members and after Friday, Sept. 1. For more information, call 830-379-6382.

St. James 5th Annual Classic Car, Truck & Bike Show

The St. James Catholic Church will have its 5th Annual Classic Car, Truck & Bike Show from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16 in the St. James Church Parking Lot, located at 510 S. Camp St. in Seguin. The entry fee is $25. Entry time will be from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., with the awards beginning at 1 p.m. Pre-registration and more information is available at https://saintjamescc.org/carshow. Proceeds benefit St. James Catholic School. For questions, email stjamesclassiccarshow @gmail.com.

St. James Fall Family Festival

The St. James Catholic Church will have its Fall Family Festival from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 18 on the church grounds. There will be a $13 pork steak dinner with drive-thru and onsite eating from 11 a.m to 2 p.m. There will be a raffle, games, rides, petting zoo, food booths, DJ and live music, and live and silent auctions. For raffle and dinner tickets, call 830-379-1796 or visit 510 S. Camp St. For more information visit https:// saintjamescc.org/festival.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 18 at First Baptist Church Seguin, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Eco Print Class

The Seguin Art League will offer an Eco Print Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Let nature and science do the work when you create floral art work without drawing and painting the flower. The class is for adults. The cost is $30 with supplies provided. For more information, call 830-3050472 or visit www.seguinartleague.com.

Chamber Annual Banquet

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its 2023 Annual Banquet from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 26 at the Seguin Coliseum. For tickets and more information, call 830-379-6382.

Call for Vendors for De Mano A Mano Artisan Market

The Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin is seeking vendors for its De Mano A Mano Artisan Market that will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the historic Plataforma Hidalgo on the grounds of Teatro’s Cultural Arts Center, located at 921 W. New Braunfels St. in Seguin. Vendor selection is limited to handmade and homegrown items only and the fee is $55 per slot. The deadline to register is Friday, September 29 or until all vendor slots have been filled. To register, visit www.teatrodeartes.org.

October

Downtown Scarecrow & Skeleton Display Contest

The Seguin Main Street Program and the Guadalupe County Fair Association will have its Downtown Scarecrow & Skeleton Display Contest Tuesday, Oct. 3 in downtown Seguin. The window displays go up the week of the fair parade which goes through downtown Seguin and the displays remain up until Pecan Fest at the end of October. Any local business or organization may decorate scarecrows or skeletons. If your business or organization is outside of downtown, the Seguin Main Street Program will assist in finding a location for your entry downtown. All entries need to be up by Monday, Oct. 2 for judging on Tuesday, Oct. 3. Entries forms are available at www.seguintexas.gov or at the Seguin Main Street Office, located at 116 N. Camp St. in Seguin.

Creative Crochet Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Creative Crochet Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Participants will go beyond a pattern and make a piece of fiber art using free form crochet to make an original design. The class is for adults. The cost is $30 with supplies included. For more information, call 830-305-0472 or visit www.seguinartleague. com.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 16 at First Baptist Church Seguin, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

November

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. day, Saturday, Nov. 18 at GRMC Hospital, located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www. Freshtrak.com.

Illustrated Letters Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Lino Print Workshop from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 18 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Learn to create stunning illustrated letters to celebrate your unique name and interest of those you care for. Draw, paint, color, collage, and invent. The class is limited to 12 adults. The cost is $30 with supplies included. For more information, call 830305-0472 or visit www.seguinartleague.com.

December

Lino Print Workshop

The Seguin Art League will offer an Illustrated Letters Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, Dec. 18 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Receive an introduction to linear design through carving a block. Includes drawing the image, composing the design, and transferring it to the block. Students will also receive an introduction to color inks and print presentations. The class is limited to 12 adults (12 years to adult). The cost is $120 with supplies included. For more information, call 830-3050472 or visit www.seguinartleague.com.

Ongoing Community Calendar Items

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.

CCSCT Releases Utility Assistance Application for 2023 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.

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.

Heritage Museum Calendars

The Heritage Museum is selling 2023 calendars for $10 featuring turn of the century everyday life of kids, social groups, parades, etc. 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. Gift Ornaments of Juan Seguin for only $5 are also available at the Museum. All proceeds benefit Museum projects.

Free Accredited Adult Homeschool Program

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

Salvation Army New 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.

FOR RENT

FOR RENT: 3 bedroom/2 bath mobile home, washer/dryer connections, A/C, located at 136 Twink Lane, Seguin. No Smokers/No Pets. $1200-month, $1200 deposit. Call 210-289-3192.

FOR LEASE

FOR LEASE: Warehouse space for rent 979A West Kingsbury. Warehouse space 1500 sq. ft. approximately $1,400 monthly, call Jim 830-620-8199.

FOR LEASE: 979-B West Kingsbury. Small warehouse/office 600 sq. ft. of air-condition space. Garage door, storage with 2 offices, $975 month. Call Jim 830-620-8199.

NOW HIRING

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH: Is looking to Hire Nursery workers for Sunday morning’s 8:30 am-12noon and or Wednesday evenings

5:45pm-8pm. Please call 830-379-4208 and or come by 1314 E. Cedar Street to fill out application.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Public Auction Notice: Notice is hereby given that public auctions will be held at the following facilities managed by Devon Self Storage. Property contained in the units will be sold to satisfy the Landlord’s lien for rent and other charges in accordance with Chapter 59 of the Texas Property Code. Contents of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold to the highest bidder via an online auction at www.storagetreasures.com. Online bidding will begin on 8/7/2023 at 10:00AM and will continue until 8/21/2023 at 10:00AM, at which time a high bidder will be determined. Devon Self Storage reserves the right to set minimum bids and to refuse bids. Please refer to www.storagetreasures.com for all other terms and conditions governing the

bidding and auction process. 2975 FM 725 New Braunfels TX 78130 Terri Foster –Camping Gear, Personal items; Janie Rabel – Outdoor Tools, camping gear; Genamae Hinesley – Lawn Mower, household items; Aaron Perez –lawn mower, household items; Floyd Harvey – household items; Samantha Pehl – household items.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS: Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Testamentary for the Estate of Leona M. Schuetz, Deceased, were issued on July 31, 2023 in Cause No. 2023-PC-0196, pending in the County Court of Guadalupe County, Texas to: Carl R. Kirst. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o Frank B. Suhr, Attorney at Law 473 S. Seguin Ave. Ste 100, New Braunfels, Texas 78130. DATED the 1st day of August, 2023.

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