SDN: September 19, 2023

Boosting their future

SHS welcomes launch of new construction trades booster club

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) --- A group of Seguin business leaders is realizing that supporting kids doesn’t have to stop at the end of the band hall or end zone.

The founding members of the first-ever Seguin High School Construction Trades Booster Club recently gathered to witness their first official action as a group.

That action was personally awarding new tools for students in the program.

Local resident Carlos Moreno initiated the idea for the new construction trades booster club. Moreno, a SHS graduate and owner of LoneStar Home Solutions, has seen the program grow over the last couple of years under the direction of CTE instructor Jason Rice.

Most recently, Moreno helped pair up some of his students with the San Antonio Habitat for Humanity Chapter, where students worked to build the framing walls for the non-profit homes.

This course of action and other demands currently in the trades industries led Moreno to officially organize the booster club, which currently consists of a dozen boosters.

Prior to presenting the students with their brandnew tools, Moreno was able to speak to the booster founders all of who contributed the $7,000 needed to sponsor kids and make the presentation happen. Club, pg 2.

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“I think between all of us we can continue to grow and create something that is going to be sustainable. I don’t want it to be a one and done type deal. We are all businesspeople. If we do something, we are not just going to do it until it fails, right? So, I know there’s going to be a lot of energy here and I’m just asking for grace. I’m just asking for advice, and I don’t know how to do it, but I know that in this community, there are some great people here,” said Moreno.

Also welcoming the group of new boosters was Rick Bough, Seguin ISD director of career and technical education. Bough was on hand to provide more insight on how creating the booster club would allow the program to do even greater things.

“We do fund this program. We fund all of our programs but what the opportunity is with this, is when these students get these tools, one of the struggles is getting students persistence and to continue on through a program all the way to the end. The benefit of having the booster club is that these tools that will go to these students to use while they are here, that student that completes their pathway at Seguin High School gets to take those tools with them. I can’t do that because anything I purchase belongs to the school and we can’t send it on with them but through the booster club we can. There is a lot of red tape if we try to build something and then sell it. Having a booster club allows for that to be done outside of the financial structure of the school district. So, the booster club is who provides the resources

to build those. The booster club owns it. The booster club sells it and then has the opportunity to donate that back to the district for use,” said Bough.

For most of the new boosters, it was their first time visiting the construction trades classroom facility. Moreno says topping their experience was being able to watch the students and their excitement of receiving their new tools.

“Right now, the kids are picking one of each tool that the booster club has provided the money for. Parker Lumber’s has a connection with Milwaukee and these kids are just filling up their toolboxes that they built – custom toolboxes -- and now they are able to fill up the toolbox and do projects here at the school and then they can take them home and do things on the weekend and when they graduate, they can take the tools with them. Each of their toolboxes is valued at about $600 but with the discount, it’s about $300 that they are getting. So, it’s awesome to just watch them. It’s like Christmas but for them to just know that the people of Seguin, the community of Seguin, do care about them and we are investing back into our trades -- these are all business company/construction owners, and we are investing back into our community not just through the kids but into our industries as well,” said Moreno.

Among the first booster club members to lend a hand in jumpstarting the program was Joe Espinola, manager of Parker Lumber here in Seguin. Espinola says he is excited about supporting these kids and helping to provide them options for their future.

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“Parker Building Supply is a regional company here in South Central Texas and we rely on the community to support us so our just is to help support the community so whatever we can do to kind of give back and help cultivate the next generation of trades people, builders, citizens – that’s why it’s important to kind of just show these kids support that there is a network out there if they decide that they don’t want to go the college or the military option or something like that – that there is plenty of people in their hometown that are willing to help them and help them get their life started,” said Espinola.

Also investing in the students were Joe and Brenda Flores, owners of Joe Cools AC & Heating.

Brenda says there was no hesitation in becoming a founding booster.

“We are talking about our future and in just our industry alone, we definitely have a need for people that want to do this work and a lot of it just comes from exposure. If we can give these kids some exposure and give them the option to possibly want to do something like this – we all win – the kids, the industry and us as a company. So, for us, it was just a no brainer. This is our future that we are talking about,” said Brenda.

Husband Joe agreed that he and his wife made the right decision in joining and can’t help but think how his own life at the beginning of his career would have been easier if he was shown this same level of support while still in school.

“If I had taken an HVAC program right out of high school, I probably would have gotten involved in it a whole lot sooner. I didn’t get involved until I was 27, 28 (years-old) and then, you have to work for a company, build up some

hours and then you can go on your own if you want to take on that challenge. This is an excellent program that Seguin High School has,” said Joe.

The same can also be said for Mike Edwards, owner of M.E. Plumbing. Edwards says there are no limits to what kids can do today.

“We had Ag. We didn’t specialize in anything. So, we built picnic tables and welding. It wasn’t construction orientated at all so it would have been easier for me going into my field for sure,” said Mike.

Supporting the program, however, started even earlier for Edwards and his wife, Katie. Katie says they believe in the value of experience and early exposure to any respective trade.

“We just want to give the students a little bit of experience and understanding what plumbing is and what it can be so we have a few days blocked off that we are working with the students and the teachers to come do some plumbing curriculum, to do some demonstrations, to talk about how about important plumbing is to society and why we feel that it is a great career path for any students leaving high school, “said Katie.

In total, 45 tool sets were donated to students. The remaining list of founders for the first ever SHS Construction Trades Booster Club includes Alamo Group, Dietz Tractor Company, Masters Electric, Caterpillar, SA Belting and Pulley, AmeriTex Pipe & Products, United Alloy, Sullivan Contracting Services, and the Guadalupe Gas Company.

Moreno adds that booster club members do have to be a business. He says individuals wishing to support the program are also encouraged to sign up as a member. Those interested are asked to call Moreno at 830-534-3444.

Navarro football falls and Marion WINS in non-district games

(Geronimo) -- The Navarro Panthers fell in non-district action on Friday night to La Vernia at Erwin-Lee Field, 39-22.

The teams battled in a first half defensive struggle as the Panthers took an 8-7 lead into the locker room at halftime. Navarro’s Nick Schwarzlose scored on a one-yard plunge last in the second quarter and following a two-point conversion, the Panthers had the lead.

The teams would exchange touchdowns in the first 90 seconds of the second half with the Panthers scoring on a 49-yard Diego Chapa TD run and the Bears answering with a 47-yard touchdown pass to even the score at 15. La Vernia would score two touchdowns later in the quarter and hold the lead the rest of the game. Chapa added a two-yard scoring run in the fourth for the Panthers.

Navarro is 2-2 on the season. They finish their non-district schedule this Friday at Giddings. The game has a 7:30 p.m. kickoff.

(Karnes City) -- And the Marion Bulldogs evened their non-district record at 2-2 with a 21-3 drubbing of Karnes City on the road this past Friday night.

Sophomore quarterback Kade Pape accounted for all three of Marion’s touchdowns, throwing for one and running for two in the victory. Junior running back Christian Sanchez had over 100 all-purpose yards including 83 on the ground on 13 carries. And senior receiver Chase Hallmark

scored on a touchdown reception from Pape. The Bulldogs will open their District 13-3A schedule this Friday at home when they host Randolph on Homecoming night. Kick off is set for 7 p.m. at Veterans Stadium in Marion.

Chris Austin

VITAL STATISTICS

Eddie (Louise) Lutz was born to Volcient Smith on October 11, 1924, in Fort Worth, TX, and passed away on August 23, 2023, at the age of 98. She was sent to an orphanage at age 4. She graduated in 1945 and worked for various companies before meeting her first husband, Herbert Odom. They moved to San Antonio, where she worked as a weapons manager for the Air Force.

She was widowed at age 33 and married husband number two, Vivian Vaillancourt two years later. His daughters, Candy and Susan, became part of her family.

She fulfilled her dream of becoming a nurse by studying to become an LVN while volunteering as a Gray Lady at Wilford Hall in San Antonio. She and her daughter both graduated from nursing school together. She later worked in private duty nursing and cared for her husband and mother until they passed away.

Her family was everything to her, beyond just biology. She embraced her church community, mission trips, and close friends who became like siblings.

After marrying Tildon Lutz, her third husband, she relocated to Seguin, TX. Together, they purchased six acres along the Guadalupe River.

With this marriage, her family grew as Tildon had four children who brought along their own children and grandchildren.

Since Tildon was a Mason, Louise became a member of the Order of

the Eastern Star, Seguin Lodge 555. She once again expanded her family to include all the brothers and sisters of the organization. She cherished her time as a member and, later, as a Worthy Matron.

Survived by sons Roy Odom, and Delton Lutz, daughters, June Barnhouse, Candy Egbert, Shirley Grobe, and Janet Waer, grandchildren Kristin Scheffer, Robert Barnhouse, and Erin Barnhouse, and multiple other step-grandchildren, nieces Louise Jewett, Ann Foxworth, and nephew Kenneth Britton, great-grandsons Cole Scheffer, Cade Scheffer and multiple step-great-grandchildren.

Louise is preceded in death by Volcient Smith-Britton, Beth Nalson, Dorothy Stovall, Mary McMullen, Bill Britton, Susan Vaillancourt, Ricky Lutz and her husbands Herbert Odom, Vivian Vaillancourt, and Tildon Lutz.

A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at 10 a.m. at La Trinidad United Methodist Church in Seguin with the Rev. Ron Welborn officiating. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall.

Another memorial service is being planned in Maryland, later in the fall.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, New Braunfels, (Seguin on the memorandum line) 572 W. San Antonio, St. New Braunfels, Texas, 78130, Order of the Eastern Star Chapter #555 Seguin Scholarship Program in memory of Eddie Louise Lutz, P. O. Box 1470, Seguin, Texas, 78155 or to any Shriner’s Hospital for Children of choice.

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

Machemehl

Darlene Estelle Machemehl, age 78, of Seguin, Texas passed away on September 14, 2023. Darlene was born on April 16, 1945, in Seguin, Texas to Sophie (Davis) and John Collins.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmom, and great-grandmom.

Darlene is preceded in death by her parents, her son Darrell Machemehl, and her sisters Estelle Cassell and Jody Collins.

Rhodes

She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Robert A. Machemehl; sons Mike Machemehl and spouse Louise, and Kurt Machemehl and wife Stacey; grandchildren Andrea, Rachel, Kelsey, Kamron, and Konner; sisters Ebbie Harkins and June Raines; other loving family members and friends.

A graveside service will be held on Thursday, September 21, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at San Geronimo Cemetery with Pastor Zan Celler officiating.

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

Louis Rhodes died Sunday, September 10th at the age of 73. He is survived by daughters Princess Aguilar and Joyce Louise Ruiz; sons, Louis Rhodes and Michael Johnson. Services will be held Monday at 12noon from the Calvary Baptist Church in San Antonio. Viewal will be from 11AM to 12noon at the Church. Interment will be at Ft.Sam Houston National Cemetery at 2:15 pm. Arrangements entrusted to the reverent care of Eunice and Lee Mortuary.

Poll: About Half Of Americans Interested In New COVID-19 Vaccine (New York, NY) -- Around half of Americans say they’re interested in getting a new COVID-19 vaccine. A new poll from Reuters and Ipsos found that 30-percent of those asked said they’re “very interested” while 24-percents said they’re “somewhat interested” in the updated shot. Earlier this week, the FDA approved updated versions of COVID-19 vaccines. The poll also found Americans are less concerned about the spread of the virus, with 54-percent saying they are “personally” concerned. That’s a drop of over 20 points from three years ago.

CDC Predicts “Tripledemic” Again This Cold And Flu Season (Washington, DC) -- Health experts are warning of another “tripledemic” this cold and flu season. The CDC predicted Thursday that COVID-19, RSV and influenza will be impacting the healthcare system much the same way it did last year. In a statement, the CDC said RSV and influenza are historically the two major viruses circulating during the fall and winter, but the addition of COVID-19 could lead to a significant strain on the healthcare system. Last year’s so-called “tripledemic” caused some hospitals to be overwhelmed with patients. For the first time ever, vaccines for all three respiratory viruses could be available at many hospitals.

C-D-C Finds Organ Transplant Responsible For Legionnaires’ Spread

(Atlanta, GA) -- A new report by the C-D-C finds for the first time, an organ transplant is behind the spread of the Legionella bacteria that causes legionnaires’ disease. The report found two recipients of a lung from the same Pennsylvania man who drowned in a river and donated his organs developed the disease. The female patient who received one lung tested positive for the bacteria but recovered after antibiotics. The male patient who received the other lung tested positive and died six months later. The Pennsylvania Department of Health tested the water at the hospital which was fine and concluded the man who drowned must have inhaled the bacteria.

Daily Meditation May Help Reduce Stress-Related High-Blood Pressure

(Undated) -- New guidelines from the International Society of Hypertension suggest meditating for 45 minutes each day as one way to help reduce stress-related high blood pressure. The guidelines were published in the Journal of Hypertension. Experts from 18 countries made recommendations for life-style changes to help reduce high blood pressure and also included listening to music and yoga.

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September

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. 12 - 15 at the Seguin Events Complex. Follow the fair on Facebook and Instagram @GuadalupeCo.FairAssociation.

Toddler Time

The Seguin Public Library will have its Toddler Time at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 19. There will be songs, rhymes, and stories followed by about 15 minutes of play time. This program is approximately 45 minutes long including play time and is geared towards ages 1-2. Call 830401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Preschool Storytime

The Seguin Public Library will have its Preschool Storytime at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, September 19. There will be stories, rhymes, songs, and other fun early literacy activities for children ages 3 to 5. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Teen Tuesday Drop-In

The Seguin Public Library will host its free Teen Tuesday from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 19 for teens ages 12 to 17. Teens can hang out, play games, use makerspace supplies, draw, and more. Call 830-4012422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Vickie De La Rosa Memorial Exhibit Opening

Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin will have its Opening of the Vickie De La Rosa Memorial Exhibit on Tuesday, Sept. 19 at Teatro’s Cultural Arts Center, located at 921 W. New Braunfels St. in Seguin. The doors open at 4:30 p.m. and there will be opening remarks at 5:15 p.m.

Community Roundtable with Dr. Jose Angel Gutierrez

The Center for Mexican American Studies at Texas Lutheran University presents a Community Roundtable with Dr. Jose Angel Gutierrez, “Historical Legacy of Crystal City,” at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19 at Teatro’s Cultural Arts Center, located at 921 W. New Braunfels St. in Seguin. Dr. Gutierrez is the central figure in challenging the discriminatory Crystal City School Board practices in the late 1960’s and early 1970’s. He is also one of the founders of the Mexican American Youth Organization (MAYO) and La Raza Unida.

Tai Chi Tuesday

The Seguin Public Library and GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation will host Tai Chi for free at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 19 at the Seguin Public Library. Classes are led by Tai Chi instructor Barry A. Jackson for all skill levels. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Comal Country Music Show

The Comal Country Music Show will be held from 7:30 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19 at the Columbus Club

Hall, located at 111 Landa St. in New Braunfels. The featured guest performers will be Jay Eric and Lorraine Chavana. The doors open at 6 p.m. with an $8 cover charge. All proceeds will benefit charities.

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. The guest speaker will be Cynthia Lee. Tickets are $60 each. Registration closes on Wednesday, Sept. 20. For tickets and more information, call 830-379-6382 or visit www.seguinchamber.com/events/.

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.

Baby Time

The Seguin Public Library will have Baby Time a t 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept 20 for ages 0 to 18 months. Learn rhymes and bounces to do with babies, sing songs, and listen to 1 baby storybook. Song and rhyme time lasts approximately 25 minutes, followed by baby playtime with scarves, egg shakers, and more. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Preschool Storytime

The Seguin Public Library will have free Preschool Storytime at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 20. Preschool Storytime includes stories, rhymes, songs, and other fun early literacy activities for children ages 3 to 5. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Young Professionals Lunch and Learn

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals will have a Lunch and Learn from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 20 in the Rose Room of Court Street Coffee. The speaker will be Blair Friar, Assistant Director with the Seguin Main Street Program and CVB on Social Media Advertising. RSVP required by visiting www.seguinchamber.com/events.

Crafternoon at the Library

The Seguin Public Library will have a free Adult Craft Afternoon session at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 20. In celebration of Hispanic Heritage month, there will be Frida Kahlo inspired painting. All materials will be provided. Registration is required by calling 830-401-2422 or visiting www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

LEGO Club

The Seguin Public Library will have its free LEGO Club at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 20. Kids ages 3-11 will use their creativity to build with LEGOs. Creations will be displayed on the library bookshelves. Call 830-4012422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Chamber After Hours Mixer

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its After Hours Mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 20 at 1555 E. Court St. in Seguin. The sponsor is Parker’s Building Supply.

SHS Homecoming Community Pep Rally

The Seguin High School Homecoming Community Pep Rally will be held beginning at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 20 with the music of Mariachi Matador. The presentation begins at 7:05 with the presentation of Colors by the ROTC, National Anthem sung by the SHS Choir, followed by presentations by the Matador Band, Mini Mats, Ballet Folklorico, Star Steppers, SHS Cheer, Seguin Drumline, Homecoming Court, Volleyball & Football Teams, and the Burning M.

Seguin Hermann Sons Monthly Meeting

The Seguin Hermann Sons will have its Monthly Meeting beginning with a social hour at 6:30 p.m. and potluck meal at 7 p.m., followed by a short business meeting at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 20. A Memorial Service will be the main focus of the meeting.

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.

Tech Savvy Seniors

The Seguin Public Library will have a free Tech Savvy Seniors technology class from 10:30 a.m. to noon on Thursday, Sept. 21. Library staff answer questions about the use of library e-resources including the use of Kanopy, Biblio+, and NewsBank. Each session will focus on a different set of library e-resources that are free with your library card. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www. library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Preteen STEAM Night: Parachutes

The Seguin Public Library will host its free Preteen STEAM Night at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 21 for preteens ages 9-12. Youth will participate in science, tech, engineering, art, and math activities and experiments. This event is on a first come, first serve basis, space is limited to 20. Preteen STEAM Night will meet on the third Wednesday of each month. Call 830-4012422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Community Platicas (Conversations)

Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin invites the African-American community to share their stories of people, history, and culture in Seguin from the 1800’s to present day at a Community Platicas (Conversations) Moderated by Dr. Yvonne M. De La Rosa at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21 or 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 to 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 22 at the Seguin Public Library, located at 313 W. Nolte St. in Seguin. Bring artifacts, cultural symbols, or photos to help capture your story. These and the platicas will be photographed and video recorded and become part of the Seguin Public Library archive. These stories will help inspire the National Endowment For the Arts (NEA) Our

Town community art creation to be unveiled Jan/Feb 2024.

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.

Wesley-Harper UMC Annual Fish Fry

The Wesley-Harper UMC will have its Annual Fish Fry from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 22 at 754 W. Court St. in Seguin. Plates are $12 and include fish, fries, hush puppies, and coleslaw. There will also be a special dessert. Tickets sold by Wesley-Harper church members.

SHS Class of 1983 40-Year Reunion

The Seguin High School Class of 1983 will have its 40Year Reunion Friday, Sept. 22 and Saturday, Sept. 23. On Friday, classmates will gather for the homecoming football game at 7:30 at Matador Stadium. Purchase tickets beginning Monday, Sept. 18 and use code: SHS1983on the Hometown app to purchase tickets in Section C. Tickets will not be available at the gate and there is a Clear Bag Policy. After the game, there will be a toast at Highwater Bar, located at 210 E. Kingsbury St. The festivities continue from 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23 at Seguin Brewing Co., located at 111 W. Gonzales St. If you plan to attend, email SeguinHigh83@satx.rr.com or call Brenda Volpe at 830-3051473.

Comal County Fair

The Comal County Fair will be held from Saturday, Sept. 23 through Sunday, Oct. 1 at the Comal County Fair Grounds. For more information, advance tickets, and a schedule of events, visit www.comalcountyfair.org.

TWA Family Expeditions: Intro to Fishing

The Texas Wildlife Association will offer an Intro to Fishing from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23 for Seguin-Guadalupe County for youth ages 11to 17 and a parent or guardian. The cost is $50 per family (youth/ adult pair) and meals and snacks will be provided. Participants will learn knot tying, tackle, casting, fish ID, habitat and rules, regulations and fishing. Loaner fishing gear will also be available. Apply online at www.wildlife. org/family-land-water-wildlife-expeditions/.

6th Annual Seguin Marching Festival

The Seguin High School Matador Marching Band will host its 6th Annual Seguin Marching Festival beginning at noon Saturday, Sept. 23 at Matador Stadium. The Mighty Matador Marching Band will perform at 9:15 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students, and kids 5 and under are free.

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.

Immaculate Conception Church Bingo

The Immaculate Conception Church will be holding an all cash Bingo from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23. The door open at 5 p.m.

Making Your Grief Count Sessions

The Emanuel’s Lutheran Church will host three Making Your Grief Count Sessions from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 24, Oct. 1, and Oct. 8 on the 3rd floor in the Family Life Center. The sessions are for those who have lost a loved one to death. The sessions will be lead by Pastor Darwin Huartson, M., Div., BCC, with Porter Loring Mortuary. For more information, call Donna Simmons, Bereavement Coordinator with Emanuel’s Lutheran Church, at 830-379-5046.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have a Sunday Dance featuring Bimbo and Borderline from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 24 at 6808 N. 123 in Geronimo. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with a $10 admission per person. The kitchen will be open for food and refreshments. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Book Nuts Book Club

The Seguin Public Library will host its free monthly book club meeting at 1:30 p.m. and at 4:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 25. This month’s book discussion will be The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by the Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu. Call 830-4012422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Toddler Time

The Seguin Public Library will have its Toddler Time at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 26. There will be songs, rhymes, and stories followed by about 15 minutes of play time. This program is approximately 45 minutes long including play time and is geared towards ages 1-2. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Preschool Storytime

The Seguin Public Library will have its Preschool Storytime at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, September 26. There will be stories, rhymes, songs, and other fun early literacy activities for children ages 3 to 5. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Teen Tuesday Drop-In

The Seguin Public Library will host its free Teen Tuesday from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 26 for teens ages 12 to 17. Teens can hang out, play games, use makerspace supplies, draw, and more. Call 830401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

National Night Out Registration Deadline

The City of Seguin Police Department is accepting registration for National Night Out 2023. If your street or neighborhood is hosting a block party register online by 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 26 at www.seguintexas. gov/1116/National-Night-Out. For more information, call 830-865-6409.

Tai Chi Tuesday

The Seguin Public Library and GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation will host Tai Chi for free at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 26 at the Seguin Public Library. Classes are led by Tai Chi instructor Barry A. Jackson for all skill levels. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas. gov for additional information.

Baby Time

The Seguin Public Library will have Baby Time a t 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept 27 for ages 0 to 18 months. Learn rhymes and bounces to do with babies, sing songs, and listen to 1 baby storybook. Song and rhyme time lasts approximately 25 minutes, followed by baby playtime with scarves, egg shakers, and more. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Preschool Storytime

The Seguin Public Library will have free Preschool Storytime at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 27. Preschool Storytime includes stories, rhymes, songs, and other fun early literacy activities for children ages 3 to 5. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Fall Gardening Class

The Seguin Public Library and the New Braunfels Food Bank will offer a Fall Gardening Class at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27. The class will help you prepare for your fall gardening by creating a plan, learning what will work best for the Texas fall and when to plant. Participants will also create a plan and be able to choose seeds to take home for growing. Registration is required by calling 830-401-2422 or visiting www.library.seguintexas. gov for additional information.

Kids Coding Club

The Seguin Public Library will have its free Kids Coding Club at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 27. Learn coding basics with Scratch, Cubelets, and other fun activities hosted by library staff. This event is on a first come, first serve basis, space is limited to 20 kids. Attendees MUST be between the listed ages of 6 to 11. Kids Coding Club will meet on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library. seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Grand Opening of Bauer Park

The City of Seguin will have a Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of Bauer Park at 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 28 at 707 E. College St. in Seguin.

Free Course for Families of People with Mental Health Conditions

The NAMI Guadalupe County will offer a free, eightweek educational program for adult family members, significant others and friends of people with mental health conditions. The classes will be held in Seguin beginning September 28. Find details and register at NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.

STPCC Annual Fundraising Banquet

The South Texas Pregnancy Care Center will have its Annual Fundraising Banquet at noon and 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 28 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. For more information, visit www.southtex-

aspregnancycarecenter.com or call 830-303-2152.

Emanuel’s

Ladies Aid Coffee Cake Sale

The Emanuel’s Lutheran Church Ladies Aid will be baking Coffee Cakes on Thursday, Sept. 28 at the church, located at 206 N. Travis Street in Seguin. Cakes can be purchased for $7.50 each and picked up at the church between 2 and 3 p.m. You can choose from peach, apple or streusel.

Free Legal Advice Clinic

The Seguin Public Library in partnership with the Central Texas Dispute Resolution Center will help you meet with an attorney to ask questions about non-criminal legal issues such as divorce, foreclosure, veteran’s benefits, wills, estates, bankruptcy, employment, landlord tenant or other matters. Attorneys will be available from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 28, on a first come, first serve basis. You will have a 15-minute session with an attorney to ask questions and discuss your issue. Bring any papers, information related to their legal concerns. There are no obligations or costs. Please arrive and check in prior to 7 p.m. Registration required by calling 830-401-2422 or visiting www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

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 Saturday, Oct. 21 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.

Guadalupe County Fair Parade Entry Deadline

The Guadalupe County Fair Parade will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 13 in downtown Seguin. Line-up begins at 8 a.m. with judging of the entries at 8:30 a.m. The parade will proceed down Austin St. to the Seguin Wave Pool parking lot. Parade entry forms are due by Saturday, Sept. 30 and are available at www.gcfair.org.

City of Seguin Fall Clean-up Day

The City of Seguin will have its Fall Clean-up Day from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 30 at the Seguin Events Complex (Coliseum) parking lot, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. A proof of residency is required. Accepted items include: junk disposal, scrap metal, appliances (without Freon), a maximum of 10 automobile tires (no larger than 19.5”). Paper shredding will also be available. Items that will not be accepted include: hazardous material or chemicals, brush/limbs, fences, sheds, construction materials or debris, appliances with Freon, tractor-trailer, mower, bike or ATV tires, and no tires from local businesses. For more information, call 830-401-2416 or visit https://bit.ly/SeguinCleanUpDay.

First Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch 2023

The First Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch 2023 will begin Saturday, Sept. 30 and remain open daily from 10 am. To 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 7 p.m. Sundays in Oct. It’s a fun place to find a pumpkin, take fall photos, and make happy memories. For more

information visit www.seguinmethodist.org, FMC Seguin Pumpkin Patch on Facebook, or call 830-379-4112.

October

Immaculate Conception 50th Annual Festival

The Immaculate Conception Church will have its 50th Annual Festival from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 1. BBQ meals will be served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for $13. The live auction will begin at 2 p.m. There will also be raffle tickets available for purchase.

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.

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.

National Night Out at the Marshall Home

Come meet your neighbors at a National Night Out celebration at the Marshall Home from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 3 at 1120 Altwein Lane. Bring your lawn chairs and visit with neighbors and special guests including the McQueeney Volunteer Fire Department and County Officials. Free food and drinks while they last.

Parkinson’s Support Group

The Gonzales Area Parkinson’s Support Group will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. the 1st Thursday of each month in the Fellowship Hall at the Presbyterian Church, located at 414 St. Louis St. in Gonzales. For more information visit lonestarparkinsonsociety.com or email gapsg23@gmail. com.

First Friday Feast

The Geronimo Lions will have its First Friday Feast Fish or Steak Dinner from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 6 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 Christian Cupboard and entertainment will be provided by Charlie and Wyatt.

MLNDA 5th Annual Membership Meeting

The MLNDA 5th Annual Membership Meeting will be held from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, October 7 at the Seguin Public Library. Information will be shared concerning Nolte Dam including the latest updates concerning the Engineering Study, GBRA response and anticipated fi-

nancing, information on the WCID Tax Rate Election this Nov. 2023, member voting, and a Q&A session.

Geronimo VFD BBQ & Live Auction

The Geronimo Volunteer Fire Department will have its BBQ & Live Auction beginning with a drive thru from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 at the Geronimo Community Center, located at 260 Navarro Dr. Dinner will be served from 5 to 8 p.m.. The Live Auction will begin at 6:30 p.m. Pre-sale meal tickets are $12 and $15 the day of the meal. There will also be a raffle and live music by Best Friends. For more information, call Justin Schwanz at 210-254-3183.

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 830305-0472 or visit www.seguinartleague.com.

Relay for Life

The Relay for Life of Guadalupe and Comal will have its main fundraising event from 3 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 at the Patricia K Irvine-King Pavillion at Starcke Park.

Free Mental Health Seminar

The NAMI Guadalupe County will present a free seminar that informs people who have loved ones with a mental health condition how to best support them from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 8 at the Seguin Manor Apartments. Find details and register at NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.

Guadalupe County Fair Parade

The Guadalupe County Fair Parade will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 13 in downtown Seguin. Line-up begins at 8 a.m. with judging of the entries at 8:30 a.m. The parade will proceed down Austin St. to the Seguin Wave Pool parking lot. Parade entry forms are available at www.gcfair.org.

2nd Annual America Needs Fatima Rosary Rally

The 2nd Annual America Needs Fatima Rosary Rally, a public recitation of the Most Holy Rosary to pray for our families, community, and nation will be held from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14 at the American Legion Post 245 parking lot, locate at 618 E. Kingsbury St. in Seguin. Bring your Rosaries, a hat, and lawn chair. For more information call 210-430-6565 or 512-466-2788.

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.

4th Annual Kiki Camarena Run & Scavenger Hunt

The Guadalupe Valley Young Marines will have the 4thAnnual Kiki Camarena Run & Scavenger Hunt from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 21 at the American Legion located at 618 E. Kingsbury St. You can join in on the fun either on a motorcycle for the run or in a vehicle for the scavenger hunt. The fee is $20 per driver and $10 for each passenger. Wear red for an extra ticket to win an item. Half chicken, beans & potato plats will be available

for $10 each. Vendors are needed. For questions, call Dina Dillon at 423-227-9610 or email gvyoungmarines@ gmail.com.

4th Annual De Mano a Mano Open Air Artisan Market

The 4th Annual De Mano a Mano Open Air Artisan Market will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21 at the Plataforma Hidalgo on the grounds of Teatro’s Cultural Arts Center, located at 921 W. New Braunfels St. in Seguin. There will be handmade wares, food, music, and performances. From 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. music will be provided by Eric Sebastian.

Navarro Education Foundation Clay Fest

The Navarro Education Foundation will have its Clay Fest from 2 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21 at Moyesway Shooting Sports, located at 12601 FM 20. The fee is $500 for a 4-man team or $150 for an individual (will be teamed). A guest meal and beverage is available for $25. There will be dinner and live music. For questions, contact Katie Clark at 830-305-0699 or email NavarroEducationFoundation@gmail.com.

Pecan & Vine Fundraiser

The Guadalupe County Crime Stoppers will have a Pecan & Vine fundraiser, Wine and Cigar Soiree: A Toast to Crime Stoppers, at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 26 at the Lake Breeze Ski Lodge, located at 225 Ski Lodge Road. Individual tickets are $100 and tables of 8 are also available. Four vine tastings, two cigars and a seated dinner are included with ticket purchase. A cash bar will also be available at the event. Purchase tickets online at www. evenbrite.com. For more information call 210-771-5755 or 830-481-7824.

SEF’s Nuts About Education 5K

The Seguin Education Foundation will have its Nuts About Education 5K at 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 28 beginning at the Guadalupe County Finance Building, located at 307 W. Court St. in Seguin. To register to race or sponsor visit https://tinyurl.com/ympm2eua.

Pecan Fest

Pecan Fest will be held Saturday, Oct. 28 in Seguin. There will be Fall Trade Days in downtown, a Film & Arts Festival, Vendors at the Big Red Barn, live entertainment, and a Wet Paint Sale. Visit www.seguingonuts.com for more information.

November

Jr. Squirrels Youth Disc Golf Clinic & Tournament

The City of Seguin will have its Jr. Squirrels Youth Disc Golf Clinic & Tournament beginning with check-in at 9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 4 at the Starcke Park East Disc Golf Course/Patricia K. Ivine-King Pavilion. The Clinic starts at 9:30 a.m. followed by a shotgun start Par 2 – 9 Hole tournament. Parent/guardian is required as Caddie. Coed ages 8-10, 11-12, 13-15, and 16-17. The cost is $40. Prizes will be awarded to top boy and girl finishers in each age division. For more information, call 830-4012480.

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.Fresh-

trak.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 830-305-0472 or visit www.seguinartleague.com.

December

Rising Stars of Guadalupe County

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals will have its Rising Stars of Guadalupe County from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7 at the Texas Theatre, located at 425 N. Austin St. in Seguin. Guadalupe County’s most promising young professionals will be recognized at the event.

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 830-305-0472 or visit www.seguinartleague.com.

Ongoing Community Calendar Items

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.

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 830372-5980.

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.

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