City of Seguin takes official steps towards a possible aquatics/rec center
Darren Dunn
(Seguin) -- The city of Seguin is moving forward with a study that could eventually lead to a bond election calling for the possible creation of an aquatic and recreation facility.
The idea of creating a community recreation center, with swimming pools, was well received during a recent meeting of the Seguin City Council.
The item was back on the council’s agenda on Tuesday night, with a request that the city hire a consultant to conduct a feasibility study on the project.
Parks and Recreation Director Jack Jones says they are hiring Brinkley Sargent Wiginton Architects. The company will help better inform the city and the
public about the possibilities for the project.
“The study is just the start of the process to inform council, citizens, staff of what it would take, what it would cost, how big, how small, locations, programming, staffing -- all of those things come into play with a feasibility study,” said Jones.
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(Seguin) -- The Seguin ISD will be giving its students and their families a running start when it comes to celebrating a brand-new school year.
The Seguin ISD will be hosting its 3rd Annual Back to School Bash tonight in the Seguin High School Cafeteria.
Instead of hosting the event later in the fall, Allison Seidenberger, Ace coordinator, says the district wanted to offer up the district wide event to families before the first day of school. She says not only does it allow them to help students get rid of any first day of school jitters, but
it provides another night of some summer fun.
“Every campus and several of our Seguin ISD departments
are part of the event and will run either a booth or an activity. We have some resource booths that are also going to be there and so we are just looking forward to having an opportunity to welcome back all of our Matadors from the youngest to the oldest and spend some quality time together. There will be a free hot dog supper with chips and water that will be provided as well. A couple of the booths involve snacks. I believe we have a pickle booth and a popcorn booth it will be a good time to connect and engage and do some fun stuff,” said Seidenberger. Bash, pg. 3
All Seguin ISD families invited to Back to School Bash Tickets now available for Seguin's birthday party
Entries sought for homemade ice cream contest
(Seguin) -- Well, here's your invitation to the city of Seguin's 186th Birthday Party.
The party hosted by the Seguin Conservation Society will be held this Friday from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Texas Theatre.
Conservation Society President Marty Keil, says the party includes a barbecue dinner, live music plus homemade ice cream contest.
"It's for a barbecue dinner catered by Next Door Catering and it will be brisket with sausage, green beans and potato salad and then you will have your water or tea. We will have entertainment on the stage with Kirk Herbold and Friends. Dottsy will be there. We also have a homemade ice cream contest. We invite anyone to enter. Just do not use any raw eggs and this year, we have
opened it up so there are no set categories. You just make your favorite recipe and if you would have it at the Texas Theatre by 4:45 on Friday afternoon, it will be judged at 5 o'clock and we have four judges that will be doing that and then after the judging and the awards have been placed, we will open it up to the public and we will serve ice cream to the public for $2 a scoop or 3 for $5," said Keil.
At 6:15 p.m., she says party guests will also get to enjoy the delivery of the proclamation of the city by a member of the Guadalupe County Sheriff's Posse. The proclamation will be delivered on horseback and presented to the mayor who will then read it before party goers.
Keil says the hosting of the birthday party is a longtime tradition and a very significant piece of the city's history. Birthday, pg. 3
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Navarro ISD shares Meet the Teacher schedule
Bash, continued.
Seidenberger says tonight’s Back to School Bash is also the perfect time for families to stop by with any questions that they might have in preparing for the upcoming school year.
“I know transportation will be there to answer questions if anyone has questions about that. The Child Nutrition team will be there and will have a table as well. JAAM which is one of our afterschool programs that we partner with the city of Seguin with and then of course, the ACE Afterschool team will be present. We are just excited to provide information, see what help we can be to provide students and families with the support they need to get the school year off right. But more than anything, just some time together, to have some fun and enjoy a hot dog supper together so we hope everyone can come out,” said Seidenberger.
The Back to School Bash will be held today from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the SHS Cafeteria and Patio area. Free hot dogs will be served while supplies last.
(Geronimo) -- The Navarro ISD kicks off its Meet the Teacher schedule for students districtwide. Today is Meet the Teacher for Navarro High School students from 6 to 7 p.m. Today is also orientation day and Meet the Teacher for sixth graders at Navarro Junior High School. Sixth graders are encouraged to stop by campus today from 4:30 to 6 p.m.
On Friday, Navarro 7th and 8th graders will be returning to campus to pick up their
schedules from 4:30 to 6 p.m.
The Navarro Meet the Teacher schedule continues on Monday for both intermediate and elementary school students. Meet the Teacher for these two campuses on Monday will also be held from 4:30 to 6 p.m.
Navarro freshman will also be getting a head start in the new year with Freshman Camp scheduled on Monday from 9 to 11 a.m. The first day of school for all students in the Navarro ISD is Wednesday, Aug. 14.
Birthday, continued.
"The Seguin Conservation Society has hosted a birthday party for the city of Seguin for about 70 years since the conservation society was founded back in the 50s. Originally, I think it started being celebrated down at the Starcke Park Bowl. It has been held at Sebastopol and then most recently and for many years, it has been at the Heritage Village on the 200 block of East Live Oak. However, last summer, it was so beastly hot that we finally decided to move into an air conditioning place and we went to the Conservation Society's own Texas Theatre and that was a huge hit with the community because we were cool on the hottest month of the year," said Keil.
The birthday party will be held from 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Dinner tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Pre-sale tickets can be purchased at Gift & Gourmet or at the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce.
Keil says only a limited amount of tickets will be available at the door.
"We also have a to-go line for the barbecue out in front of the theater and if you will drive north on North Austin Street and stop in front of the double glass doors, someone will come to your car. If you have your tickets in advance, you will be at an advantage because I don't know how many we will actually have left if you pull up and don't have a ticket," said Keil.
Those wishing to enter the homemade ice cream contest are asked to call Edith Lange at 830-660-1732.
There is no fee to enter the ice cream contest. The Texas Theatre is located at 425 N. Austin St.
Aquatic, continued.
The firm has a long history of helping to inform decision makers about these kinds of projects. Jones says that’s one of the reasons why they were selected to work with the city of Seguin.
“Brinkley Sargent Wiginton Architects -- they did the one in New Braunfels back in 2014. That led to Das Rec that opened in 2018. Currently, Brinkley Sargent and Wiginton, they are working on several projects just in the past couple of years in Sherman, Texas; Pasadena, Deer Park, College Station, North Richland Hills, McKinney, Irving and New Braunfels,” said Jones.
Jones says that the study will look at every aspect of this potential project, including things like what people want in a recreation center and ultimately what the city can afford to build and operate.
The study will explore all options and give the city all the information that it needs to make a decision about the project’s future.
“It does incorporate a recreation center and it is also indoor, outdoor aquatics. That can be indoor. It can be outdoor. It can be both. So, the study will look at Seguin and look at us and see
what we can afford and really the company, their philosophy is provide sound data and informed advice to the client to enable the most educated decision making possible which this is. We are educating ourselves to make a decision about a possible rec center, aquatics center at some point down the road,” said Jones.
The architectural firm will do more than just look at the building and the programs that could be offered there.
Jones says the consultants are bringing in some additional professional help that will pinpoint the financing and costs of the project, and also help to determine exactly what people want and what they are willing to pay if the center is built.
“They have a couple of sub consultants. One is called PROS Consulting. They help with the financial stuff. They do financial analysis across the country and also, for the statistically valid survey, that is going to be subbed out to a company called ETC Institute. They do the surveys in their sleep across the country over 600 in 49 states,” said Jones.
Jones says the statistically valid survey will be a very important part of the overall feasibility study. He says it will give the city the best possible
feedback from the public, and provide a better picture of what the community really wants.
“We know antidotally in the parks master plan of 2020 that people want this. People are telling us they want this. If you want this, we are hearing some of the things that you have to consider. So, the survey, when it comes out, will be statistically valid. It’s one thing for people to go online and hit ‘yes, yes, yes, no, no’ and all of that -- This will be something that is mailed out to all demographics, neighborhoods -- things like that. There is a science to this and then, the response can be either in writing or online through a QR code that can only be used one time. So, it can’t be some group, a bunch of swimmers that say ‘hey, we want big 50 meter pool and they just stack the decks. That can’t happen,” said Jones.
The city will pay just over $106,000 to fund the feasibility study. The work on the study will be done in phases. Phase one will be a needs assessment. Phase two will provide concept options for the project and establish an overall vision for the work. The third and final phase will provide an operation and financial plan for the project.
The council voted unanimously Tuesday night to move forward with the study.
Seguin boys force play-in game; Marion
Marion Bulldog workouts underway for 2024 high school football season
(Marion) -- The first week of practices are underway for the Marion Bulldog football team.
The Bulldogs finished fourth in District 13-3A last season and reached the BiDistrict round of the playoffs. Marion head coach Ryne Miller is entering his seventh year as the Bulldogs’ head coach. He says the first couple of days of practice have been productive.
“It’s going great. We’ve got early morning practices right now with guys up here at 4:30 in the morning ready to roll and we weren’t on the field until 5:45,” Miller said. “The sense of urgency is there and you couldn’t ask for more. We went straight to work and I feel like we’re ahead of where we need to be, which is a good thing but I know these are gonna keep trucking along and be ready for
non-district and district.”
This season, the Bulldogs will see some small changes in their district with UIL realignment. New to District 13-3A this year is Florence, while shuffling out are Blanco
and San Antonio Cole. Ingram-Moore, Llano, Luling and Randolph are back as Marion’s district mates. The Randolph RoHawks were the co-champions of the district last season with Blanco.
Marion will open their season on the road on August 30th against Stockdale. The Bulldogs start district play on October 4th against Luling in a game you’ll be able to hear on KWED.
The Seguin Matadors and Navarro Panthers are also underway with workouts this week. We’ll have a look at how the Matador practices are going on Thursday. Our high school broadcast schedule begins on August 30th when Seguin hosts Alamo Heights at Matador Stadium. You’ll hear all the action on AM 1580 and streaming at SeguinToday.com.
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Miller
Patsy Jane Miller, 73 years old passed away Monday August 5th, 2024. Survivors include daughter Vickie Miller and sons: Rodney and Vincent Miller. A viewing will be held Friday August 9th, 2024 from 5pm to 7pm at Crenshaw Funeral Home Chapel. A additional viewing will be held on Saturday August 10th 2024 from 9am-10am at J.Miller Cemetery Hwy 90-A, West of Belmont, Tx.
Funeral and Burial will immediately follow at 10am. J. Miller Cemetery Hwy 90-A, West of Belmont Tx. Services Entrusted to: Crenshaw Funeral Home, 216 Blumberg St., Seguin Tx. 78155. 830-303-2208
People Taking GLP-1 Medications Could Face Surgery Complications
(Houston, TX) -- People taking diabetes or weight loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound could be at risk of complications from surgery. A study from UTHealth Houston found more than half of people taking those kinds of medications still had “significant gastric contents” before surgery, even if they had been fasting. That could cause a potentially life-threatening problem when food or liquid is inhaled into the lungs.
Lawsuits Allege High Levels Of Lead In General Mills Cocoa Puffs Cereal
(Minneapolis, MN) -- Two federal lawsuits are seeking millions from General Mills. Plaintiffs say Cocoa Puffs cereal could contain high levels of lead. The suits filed recently in Minnesota and California are calling for more than five million dollars in damages for consumers nationwide. One suit claims a one-cup serving of Cocoa Puffs contained just a little less than the state’s maximum allowable limit of point five micrograms of lead.
Rhode Island At Top List Of States With Best Health Care
(Providence, RI) -- Rhode Island is considered one of the best states in the nation for healthcare. Personal finance website WalletHub looked at 44 measures of health care including cost, accessibility, and outcomes. Minnesota came in first followed by Rhode Island and South Dakota. Rhode Island has the lowest out-of-pocket costs for medical expenses and over 94-percent of residents have health insurance. Mississippi, Alabama and West Virginia were at the bottom of the list.
Red Cross Continues Plea For Blood Donations
(Washington, DC) -- The American Red Cross says there is an extreme shortage of blood across the nation. Last month, extreme heat impacted blood drives across the country, resulting in a 25-percent decrease in blood donations. As a thank-you and an incentive, people who donate this month will receive a 20-dollar Amazon gift card. More information is available online at redcrossblood.org/help.
PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN COMING FALL 2024
Eli Ortiz, MD
FLUENT IN SPANISH AND ENGLISH
Eli Ortiz, MD is a primary care physician who most recently completed his family medicine residency at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas. With a degree in medicine from the UT Health San Antonio School of Medicine and a degree in mathematics from the University of Texas at Austin, Dr. Ortiz brings a diverse skill set to his medical practice. He is committed to providing excellent patient care and contributing to his community through various leadership and volunteer roles. In his spare time, Dr. Ortiz participates in weekly worship services and enjoys outdoor activities such as biking, camping, and hiking.
Precious Life Services Back to School Giveaway
The Precious Life Services will a Back to School Giveaway for school supplies for low-income families with children from Pre-K through 12th grade. To register, visit https:// preciouslifesuicideprevention.org/ by Friday, Aug. 9. Donations are also being accepted. For more information, call 830-372-5980.
Auxiliary Unit 245 Market Days
The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 245 will host a Market Days from 6 to 10 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 9 in the parking lot, located at 628 E. Kingsbury St. in Seguin. There will be vendors, a silent auction, 50/50 drawing, cold drinks, and food for sale.
Soccer Registration
The Seguin Youth Soccer Club will is accepting late registration until Saturday, Aug. 10 by visiting https://system.gotsport.com/programs/5823334L6?reg_role=player&fbclid=IwY2xjawEPkQVleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHTOKJXzpixhuFcFfoj3yJEpoyt46TzYfvtaRu_qugwKp83uRd4U6DInMg_aem_NMcRbroQ6dabYkWrpjp1eA. Registration is now $90 and includes a jersey, shorts and socks.
Ask -A-Master Gardener
The Guadalupe County Master Gardeners will be available for answering all your gardening questions and give expert advice from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturdays in Sept. and Oct. at the Big Red Barn, located at 390 Cordova Rd. They will not be available on Saturday, Oct. 12.
Elm Creek Community Cemetery Association Meeting
There will be an Elm Creek Community Cemetery Association Meeting at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 11 at 1951 Settlers Way in Seguin. Donations for continued maintenance is greatly appreciated. For more information or questions, call or text 210-414-3308.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, August 11. Entertainment will be provided by Bob Appel.
The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830305-8829.
Seguin Elks Lodge Free Kids Cuts
The Seguin Elks Lodge will offer Free Kids Cuts from noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 11 at 1331 CH Matthies JR in Seguin. Adult cuts will also be available for $10. There will be free kids cuts by a licensed cosmetologist, a free gift bag, and snacks while you wait. For more information, call 830-303-5844.
Guadalupe County Fair Seeking Volunteers
The Guadalupe County Fair is seeking more volunteer members. Also seeking to partner with businesses or organizations for volunteers during the Fair. Needed areas include the rodeo ticket admissions and food and beverage ticket sales. For volunteer member applications or to register your business or organization to volunteer, visit www.gcfair. org or call 830-379-6477. Save the date for the Guadalupe County Fair on Oct. 10 - 13 at the Seguin Events Complex. Follow the fair on Facebook and Instagram @GuadalupeCo. FairAssociation.
Seguin Fire Department Fan Drive
The Seguin Fire Department Fan Drive is currently underway. Fans will be available to households (within the Seguin city limits only) that are without air conditioning. Fans can be picked up between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Municipal Court/ Fire Administration building, located at 660 S. Hwy 46. A picture ID and proof of residency is required. limit one fan per household. If you received a fan last year, you are ineligible this year. If you would like to donated a fan, please drop off donations at the Municipal Court/Fire Administration building. For more information, call 830-401-2321 or email ltrevino@seguintexas.
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 830-303-3889.
Republican Women Meeting
The Guadalupe County Republican Women will meet at 5:30 p.m. at the Lake Breeze Ski Lodge, located at 225 Ski Lodge Rd. in McQueeney. The keynote speaker will be Joeylynn Mesaros from New Braunfels. There is no RSVP required. For more information, visit www.guadalupe-county-rw.com.
Geronimo VFW Friday Free Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Friday Free Dance from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, August 16. Entertainment will be provided by D.J. Jack. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
Caregiver Cafe
There will be a Caregiver Cafe at 9 a.m. on the 1st Thursday of the month at Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church and at 2 p.m. on the 3rd Sunday of the month at Emanuel’s Lutheran Church. This will be an informal gathering for caregivers to share with each other over a cup of coffee and refreshments while learning stress-relieving, relaxation techniques or hearing from guest speakers on helpful subjects. For more information, call 830-272-0040, ext. 104 and leave a message.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, August 18. Entertainment will be provided by The Possee. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830305-8829.
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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 830-4012476.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group
The NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group for adults with mental health conditions meets from 6:30-8 p.m. on the first and third Mondays of each month at First Methodist Church. Learn more at www.NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.
NAMI Guadalupe County Educational Course
The NAMI Guadalupe County will host a free educational course for adult family members, significant others and friends of people with mental health conditions in Schertz. Classes begin Aug. 20 and will meet each Tuesday evening for eight weeks. Find details and register 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.
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.
Food Distribution Event
There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, August 24 at GRMC, located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.
Geronimo VFW Justin Trevino CD Release Party
The Geronimo VFW will have will have a Justin Trevino CD Release Party from 8 to 11 p.m. Saturday, August 24. Admission is $20. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
York Creek Fire Department BBQ Supper and Live Auction
The York Creek Fire Department will have its Annual BBQ Supper and Live Auction at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 24 at 9951 FM 1101 in Zorn. The auction begins at 7 p.m.
Seguin Storytellers
The Seguin Storytellers in partnership with the Seguin Public Library, will present Tecuancoatl, decended from the Tlaxcalteca (Nahua) Indians, who settled in South Texas in the 1700’s, now retired in Seguin, speaking on “Finding Meaning In My Life Through The Great Spirit.” Seguin Storytellers will meet at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 25 in the 1st Floor Community Room, located at 313 W. Nolte St. in Seguin. The event is free.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, August 25.
Entertainment will be provided by Brandon Rosage. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829
Goodbye Summer All Media Show
The Seguin Art League will receive entries for its Goodbye Summer All Media Show from 10 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, Aug. 31 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The juried show runs until Oct. 12. Categories are photography, 2D, and 3D. The member fee is $15 per artwork and the non-member fee is $20 per artwork. There will be awards in each category. A prospectus is available on the Seguin Art League website. For more information, call 830-305-0472.
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.
Chamber State of the City Membership Luncheon
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its State of the City Membership Luncheon beginning with check-in and networking at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 4 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The guest speakers will be Mayor, Donna Dodgen and City Manager, Steve Parker. The cost is $20 for chamber members with RSVP and $25 for future members. To RSVP, call 830-379-6382.
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Parkinson’s Support Group
The Gonzales Area Parkinson’s Support Group will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. the 1st Thursday of each month in the Fellowship Hall at the Presbyterian Church, located at 414 St. Louis St. in Gonzales. For more information visit lonestarparkinsonsociety.com or email gapsg23@gmail.com.
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 830-3058829.
Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will open its season with Ravel’s Bolero, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 8 at Jackson Auditorium at Texas Lutheran University. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony.org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
Geronimo VFW Jam Session
The Geronimo VFW will have a Jam Session from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 15. Entertainment will be provided by Jesse Lege. 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, 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.
Geronimo VFW Friday Free Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Friday Free Dance from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20. Entertainment will be provided by D.J. Jack. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
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.
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
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.
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.
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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 830463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
Ongoing Community Calendar Items
CCSCT Utility Assistance Application for 2024 Applications are available for the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (C.E.A.P.) provided by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs through the CCSCT. The program
will help low-income consumers reduce their utility bills. There is also assistance available through the Low Income Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP). For more information visit www.ccsct.org or follow them on the socials at https://linktr.ee/ ccsct_cares.
Heritage Museum Calendars
The Heritage Museum is selling 2024 Then and Now Themed Calendars. There is a limited supply and they are available for purchase at the Heritage Museum, Gift & Gourmet, Pecan Town Books and Brews, Parker’s City Pharmacy, and online at www.heritagemuseum.net. All proceeds benefit Museum projects.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline available 24 hours a day in English and Spanish.
Volunteer Van Drivers Needed
Guadalupe County Veteran Services Office is in great need of volunteer van drivers. Even those who can only commit to one day per month. Volunteers will drive local veterans who have no transportation to their VA medical appointments in San Antonio. To volunteer, call 830-303-4188 ext. 1249.
Precious Life Services
Precious Life Services is accepting new clients who may need help with Anger Management, Parenting Skills, Christian Counseling, Group and Family Therapy, Anxiety and Depression, etc. Appointments are available in-office, by Zoom or Teleconference by calling 830-372-5980.
Free Accredited Adult Homeschool Program
The Life Changing Church is now offering a Free Accredited Homeschool Program for adults wanting to earn their high school diploma. It is a selfpaced, 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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