Just Serve could help get more charitable work done in Seguin
Darren Dunn
(Seguin) -- There’s a local push to pair up volunteers with volunteer opportunities in the Seguin area. The city of Seguin is being asked to become a Just Serve community.
Selina Infante-Medina, of Just Serve, says the program is all about bringing communities together to make lives better.
the support they need for community programs. But she says Just Serve can also be used by individuals to find help for other needs in the community. She says the web-based program can help coordinate all those efforts.
“If there is ever somebody who has a limb in the backyard and needs it moved to the curb where our big, nice picker can come and grab it and shred it for them, that could be something that somebody could actually post on Just Serve. So, think about not only these organizational needs but just the needs of the community. How does one person help another person in the community at no cost? So, this is a site that allows those needs to be hosted and those who are needing to pair with those who are already ready to serve in that volunteer capacity,” said Infante-Medina. Serve, pg. 3 The annual Guadalupe County Fair Pet Show is still seeking contestants. The contest is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 13 at the Coliseum gazebo. See details on page2.
“Anytime A Just Serve representative is standing in front of you, it is because there are three things that we are looking for. We are looking to share kindness. We are looking to serve, and we are looking to uphold integrity and that is what Just Serves stands for. It’s an opportunity to pair the need of community with volunteers who are looking for these specific opportunities,” said Infante-Medina Infante-Medina is a resident of Seguin, and she says Just Serve helps non-profit and church groups find
Calling all pets: Pet Show set for this weekend
(Seguin) – Local pets are also getting the chance to bring home a blue ribbon from this year’s Guadalupe County Fair.
Entries will be accepted through 5 p.m. Wednesday for this year’s annual Pet Show. The pet show will be held at 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 13 at the Coliseum Gazebo.
Contest Chairman Audra Atzger confirms that owners can choose from one of several categories in which to enter their pets.
The categories include Best Costume; Smallest Dog (over one year); Largest Dog; Best Pet Trick and Most Unusual Pet.
First, second and third place awards will be given for each category.
Entries should be emailed to aatzger@gmail.com.
Fair events can be found online at gcfair.org. The official 2024 fair catalog can also be picked up at
at 609 E. Court St.
Entries sought for annual Seguin Art League Fundraiser & Art Show
(Seguin) -- Calling all art lovers! We have a very special event happening this month that spotlights our local artists and the introspective view that they have of the city of Seguin. Join us for the 2nd Annual Seguin Art League Fundraiser & Art Show beginning October 24th till November 9th.
October 9th • 7PM
Jackson Auditorium
Keynote Speaker: Felicia Wu Song, author of Restless Devices, will be discussing how our devices are affecting our wellness. This event is free and open to all.
Artwork from local Seguin artists will be displayed at the Patron Gala from 5:30-7:30p.m. at the Seguin Art League. The prompt for this year’s theme is all about what you love about Seguin and what makes it special to you. You can create your work on a wood pecan shaped panel made by Jacob Spacek which is provided by the Seguin Art League for $25, or you can use your own 9 x 12 x 1.5 gallery wrapped canvas or wood pane with a $25 application fee attached as well. To be eligible to enter the art show you must be 18
years or older to participate. The goal of this event is not only to bring awareness to our local artists in this community, but to raise money to help with the repairs for the Seguin Art League building projects. As a non-profit, they rely on the amazing community of Seguin to participate in events such as this to help them gather the funds needed for different projects when it comes to the organization. The artwork will be priced at $200 as part of the fundraiser with half of the price going to the artist and the other half to be
donated to the Seguin Art League.
There are a ton of different ways that you can participate! Such as, sponsoring an artist, entering the art contest yourself, or just by being there and taking an interest in the event and what it has to offer. Participation is extremely essential to the local arts and as a community. The president at the Seguin Art League, Clara Mae Marcotte, stated, “Art is a part of everyone’s life and art education is not just available for adults, but for children as well. As part of the community, we feel that we provide that”.
As there is much to anticipate for this year’s fundraiser, Marcotte also states, “I’m looking forward to seeing how different artists and members interpret the theme this year and how people see Seguin”. This event will not only showcase the artists of Seguin, but the heart of Seguin itself.
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Serve, continued.
Just Serve is being described as a win-win for communities that use it. She says it helps those who are willing to volunteer find the right fit for their time and talents. She says Just Serve has already made some connections in Seguin, but InfanteMedina says they want to expand that and make Seguin an official Just Serve city.
“We are working just hand in hand with needs that organizations already have and figuring out how we are going to partner those two. Over 400 cities are in there across the country and the one that we do know of locally is just up the road in Houston. Now, what I will say about Seguin is that we are already here. If we are to become A Just Serve City, it means a proclamation is stated which the mayor did in April. So that has already happened. It means that we host a few things from our local community on the website which is already happening so really that designation is just a matter of filling out some paperwork, submitting it to Just Serve and being known as A Just Serve City. That can happen pretty easily and then the next step from there is becoming global. With the growth of our city, I find this an amazing opportunity to stand out amongst the neighboring cities. Let them follow what Seguin is doing for a change,” said InfanteMedina.
Just Serve already has some volunteers signed up in Seguin, and many of them have already gone to work trying to make this a better place to live, work and play.
“Recently here in Seguin, Just Serve did host a community park clean-up so we spread the word that there was a need, gathered some trash bags. It was over 100 people who picked up over 100 pounds of trash. We partnered and all met at the big Seguin letters because those are iconic now for us and then we kind of spread out down the four trails. We went over to Central Park, down toward Starcke, over to Park West and then picked right up at the Walnut Springs Park as well,” said Infante-Medina.
Infante-Medina says accessing Just Serve is quick and simple. She says anyone can volunteer and any organization or individual can ask for help and support from the community.
“JustServe.org is the website. You create a free account and then you put in your zip code. By putting in your zip code, it’s going to give you the opportunities to volunteer and if you have specific interests or needs, you can simply type in those as a key word. Let’s say you want to help specifically with animal rescue, then it will partner you with the opportunity there. If you want to help feed the hungry then it might partner you with the Christian Cupboard so your interest can also be paired with the volunteer opportunity that is set up. I think that’s a wonderful way to just have a win-win across the city -- is to figure out what interest we may have and figure out how we could do that,” said Infante-Medina.
Just Serve is an initiative of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Infante-Medina says the church part of this is building community and support for others. She says you don’t have to be involved with any church or organization in order to participate in Just Serve.
“The church is the funder of this particular organization, but we never lead with that part. It’s all about service and building community. I did have that question as we met with a group and yes, that is where that comes from but it’s about community. It’s about serving one another and finding a way to do that is working and it’s working across the country,” said Infante-Medina.
Infante-Medina made her presentation during Monday’s special meeting of the Seguin City Council. The council took no formal action, but it was asked to consider making the city an official Just Serve community. It would help to bring more attention to the program, and also help more non-profit groups and churches connect with potential volunteers in the community.
Councilman Jim Lievens says he says how this could help support some of the work already being done by civic groups in Seguin. City Manager Steve Parker said groups like Habitat for Humanity, might also be able to tap into a new and younger group of volunteers by coordinating their efforts through the web-based program.
Seguin boys force play-in game; Marion
Marion Bulldogs romp past Luling in district opener
(Luling) -- The Marion Bulldogs dominated on both sides of the ball in a 43-7 rout over Luling on Friday night in the District 13-3A opener for both teams.
The Eagles got the ball first to start the game, but gave up the ball when the Bulldog defense got a turnover on downs. On Marion’s first possession, running back Tanner Otis took the ball to the house on a 38-yard TD scamper to put the Bulldogs up, 7-0 near the end of the first quarter.
Another turnover on downs by Luling would lead to another Otis touchdown run. This time, the junior sprinted 82 yards to the endzone to give Marion a 14-0 lead nearly four minutes into the second quarter.
The Bulldog defense would force a fumble on the next Luling drive. Marion linebacker Hadley Mote would fall on the ball at midfield and the offense would again take advantage. Quarterback Kade Pape found receiver Jack Wells across the middle and Wells would turn up field and score from 35 yards out at the 3:45 mark of the second to extend the Bulldog lead to 21-0.
Following an Eagle punt, Marion would drive 66 yards in the final
minutes of the half to another score. Otis took the ball over the goal line from one yard out for his third touchdown of the half and the Bulldogs took a 28-0 lead into the locker room at the half.
Marion senior Weston Teboe scored on a seven-yard touchdown run in the third quarter and Otis would find paydirt for the fourth time on the night with another one-yard score later in the third accounting for the final TD of the night for the Bulldogs. Luling got on the board with a three-yard run from Cayden “Tank” Lopez in the fourth to close out the scoring.
The Bulldogs will host Randolph in Marion in week two of the district season next Friday night. The Ro-Hawks toppled Ingram Moore, 28-14 in Ingram to open their district schedule. Llano beat Florence, 34-14 in Florence in the other District 13-3A game on Friday.
In one other area game of note on Friday night, Salado knocked off Navarro 28-21 in Salado. The Seguin Matadors had a bye this week. Seguin will host Pieper next Friday at Matador Stadium in a game you can hear on KWED.
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Kutz VITAL STATISTICS
Wilma Kutz, age 90 of Marion, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2024.
Wilma was born on June 12, 1934 to Herman & Annie (Retzloff) Dojahn, in Karnes City, Texas. She was the second youngest out of 8 children. Wilma grew up helping her older sisters with their children. She is known to many of her nieces & nephews as “Sister”, because they all grew up together.
Wilma met Hamilton Kutz, Sr in 1950. They then married on December 30, 1951. Together, they worked the farm, raised Hereford cattle & she kept house all the while raising 4 boys. They were married 55 years when Hamilton Sr passed away in 2006.
Wilma loved playing dominoes! She taught all of her grandchildren how to play and would jump at any chance to play! As long as you played by her rules.
Wilma loved to cook & bake! If you have ever had her sweet rice, you were lucky! Christmas time required all flavors of cookies, and a lot of them!
Wilma loved her family! Especially the grandchildren. She practically raised all of them! Her eyes would light up everytime someone said they were expecting! She was always asking for us to sit & write down all the names. She was so proud!
Wilma is survived by her sons, Hamilton Jr & wife Jean, Fred & wife Nancy, Dave, and Glenn & Wife Dana. Daughter in law, Debbie Winston. One brother, William Dojahn & wife Julie and numerous nieces & nephews. Grandchildren, Danielle Sosa & husband Tony, Justin Kutz, Erica Ferry
& husband, Paul, Jeanene Kutz, Jamie Malton & husband, Michael, Jon Kutz, Darren Kutz & wife, Carysa, Dusty Kutz & wife Katherine, Ciara Kutz, Jacob, Matthew & Joshua Kutz.
Great Grandchildren, Emily Tidwell & husband Micheal, Sara Sosa, Hanna & Ryleigh Kutz, Shailynn Edwards, Lyndon Rodgers, Jaydean, Aracely, Tristan & Samuel Ferry, Mason & Emma Malton, Brendan & Ryder Kutz, Clifton, Barrett & Otto Kutz & Clara Kutz.
Two great great-grandchildren, Lynlie Tidwell & Rhett Rodgers. Also many nieces, nephews, other loving family members and a host of friends. She is also preceded in death by her husband, her parents and her siblings, Clara Katzer, George Dojahn, Elenora Hackbarth, Milda Schulenburg and Melvin Dojahn.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 10, 2024 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Friday, October 11, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. at St. John Lutheran Church in Marion with the Reverend Bryan Dziadik-Willingham officiating. Interment will follow in the St. John Lutheran Cemetery in Marion.
Serving as pallbearers will be Justin Kutz, Jon Kutz, Darren Kutz, Dusty Kutz, Jacob Kutz, and Matthew Kutz. Honorary pallbearer will be Joshua Kutz.
A reception will follow at the Gerth Celebration Center.
We, the family, would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the staff of Nesbit Living & Recovery Center & Dr James Rider for taking such good care of her, especially over the last year!
Memorial contributions can be made to can be made to St. John Lutheran Church, P. O. Box 68, Marion TX 78124 or Nesbit Living & Recovery Center, Activity Fund, 1512 Ashby Street, Seguin TX 78155.
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STATISTICS
Steffen
Edgar J. Steffen, Jr., age 82 of Seguin, passed away on October 4, 2024. Edgar was born on December 3, 1941 in Guadalupe County, Texas, to Elta Thekla (Bielke) and Edgar George Steffen.
He is preceded in death by his parents and his sister-in-law, Leoma Steffen.
Survivors include his loving wife of 60 years, Stella Steffen; children, Sharon Tschoepe, Jeff Steffen and wife Lisa, and Keith Steffen and wife Robyn; grandchildren, Morgan Tschoepe, J. B. Tschoepe and wife Maddy, Chance Steffen and wife Nicole, Sarah Steffen, and Ella Steffen; great-grandson, Avery Steffen; siblings, Calvin Steffen, Wilma Baumann and husband Jerome, Eileen Schneider and husband David, and Dale Kotzur and husband Anthony; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family member and a host of friends.
Visitation will begin on Friday, October 11, 2024 at 1 p.m. followed by a memorial service celebrating Edgar’s life at 2 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel with the Reverend Jim Price officiating. A reception to follow will be announced.
Private interment will be held at a later date in the Warncke Cemetery.
Memorial contributions can be made to the charity of one’s choice.
You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
HHS Expects “Limited” Impact On Drug Supply Chains After Port Strike
(Washington, DC) -- Officials expect only a “limited” impact on the drug supply chain from this week’s port strike. The International Longshoremen’s Association went on strike on Tuesday after failing to reach an agreement with the U.S. Maritime Alliance, particularly on increased wages. But after meeting with manufacturers and distributors along with trade associations and others, the Health and Human Services Department confirmed it’s not expecting a major effect on medical supply chains.
Hims & Hers Health Generic Weight Loss Drug Sales Halted
(San Francisco, CA) -- The FDA is halting Hims & Hers Health’s generic weight-loss drug sales. The company was allowed to sell a generic version of a popular diabetes and weight loss drug while it was deemed to be in short supply. However, the FDA has now announced the shortage of the GLP-1 injectable is resolved, meaning pharmaceutical companies like Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly control the market again. Shares in Hims & Hers fell ten-percent in pre-market trading on the news.
Study: Black Plastic In Kitchen Utensils, Toys Contains Toxic Chemicals
(Washington, DC) -- Black plastic used in kitchen utensils and children’s toys could contain a toxic flame retardant. That’s according to a new study from Toxic-Free Future, an environmental advocacy group. The most hazardous flame retardants found were the same used in electronic enclosures on TVs or other electronics. One of those that appeared in the study has been banned since 2021.
Mass General Brigham Warns Of IV Fluid Shortage
(Boston, MA) -- Mass General Brigham is warning of a shortage of intravenous fluids. The health system warns that a company in North Carolina that is one of the nation’s largest suppliers of IV fluids suffered damage to their factory from Hurricane Helene. Baxter International makes 60 percent of the nation’s IV solutions, producing well over a million bags a day. Mass General Brigham sent a company wide email yesterday urging employees to conserve fluids.
First Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch 2024
The First Methodist Church of Seguin Pumpkin Patch 2024 will be open daily, Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and noon to 7 p.m. Sundays in October at 710 N. Austin St. A second load of pumpkins will arrive on October 12. For more information call 830-379-4112.
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 830-3796477. 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.
Last Day to Register to Vote
The last day to register to vote in the 2024 Election is Monday, Oct. 7. For more information, visit www. co.guadalupe.tx.us/elections.
Emanuel’s Lutheran Church Ladies Aid Coffee Cakes
The Emanuel’s Lutheran Church Ladies Aid will be baking Coffee Cakes on Tuesdays, Oct. 8, Oct. 15, and Oct. 22. The cost per cake is $7.50 and apple, peach and plain cakes will be available. To place an order, call the church office at 830-379-5046. Coffee Cakes need to be picked up by 2 p.m. on each of the bake days.
Geronimo VFW Jam Session
The Geronimo VFW will have a Jam Session from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
NAMI Family Support Group in Spanish
The NAMI Guadalupe County offers a Family Support Group in Spanish the second Tuesday of each month form 6 to 7:30 p.m. via Zoom. If you would like to attend the Support Group or would like more information, email jesstorresnamigc@gmail.com.
Book of Daniel Bible Study
The Redemption Fellowship will have a Book of Daniel Bible Study at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Wed. Nov. 20 in the Joe Cools AC party room, located at 527 E Kingsbury St. in Seguin. For additional information, contact Linda Dietz at 830-660-6557.
TLU Presents the 2024 Krost Symposium: Dimensions of Wellness
The Krost Symposium at Texas Lutheran University will explore Dimensions of Wellness: Healthy Habits, Happy Life at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 9 at Jack-
son Auditorium. There will be a presentation by Dr. Felicia Wu Song, author of Restless Devices: Recovering Personhood, Presence and Place in the Digital Age, a book which explores how our digital habits shape how we relate to time and space, to ourselves and others, and even to God. A meet-and-greet will follow the presentation.
Chamber After Hours Mixer
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its After Hours Mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 10 at the Guadalupe County Fair, located at 728 Midway in Seguin.
Latino Poetry Reading and Discussion
There will be Latino Poetry “Place We Call Home,” Poetry Reading and Discussion with Poet Scholar, and 2015 Texas Poet Laureate and Author, Carmen Tafolla, PhD at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 10 at Teatro De Artes Cultural Arts Center, located at 921 W. New Braunfels St. in Seguin.
Guadalupe County Fair & PRCA Rodeo
The Guadalupe County Fair & PRCA Rodeo will be held from Thursday, Oct. 10 to Sunday, Oct. 13 at the Seguin Events Complex. Follow the fair on Facebook and Instagram @GuadalupeCo.FairAssociation. For a complete listing of events visit www.gcfair.org.
Guadalupe Appraisal District Closure
The Guadalupe Appraisal District office will be closed on Friday, Oct. 11 and will re-open at 8 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 11.
Seguin Art League Colored Pencil Techniques
The Seguin Art League will offer Colored Pencil Techniques from 1 to 3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11 at the Seguin Art League, located at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The class will look at blending colors, achieving value, using watercolor and pen and ink with colored pencils, and color theory. The cost is $35. Supplies are available or you can bring your own. For more information, call 830-305-0472.
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.
Immaculate Conception Church Bingo
The Immaculate Conception Church will have an all cash Bingo will doors opening at 1 p.m. and games beginning at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 13.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from
3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 13 at 6808 Hwy 123
N. Entertainment will be provided by Bob Appel. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
Starcke Park Adventure Course (Youth Event)
The City of Seguin Parks and Recreation Department will have a Starcke Park Adventure Course (Youth Event) beginning with the first wave at 9 a.m. and all other waves 8 minutes apart on Saturday, Nov. 9. The event is for ages 5-12. The cost is $15 per participant and includes a T-shirt. Registration closes on Monday, Oct. 14. For more information and to register, visit www.seguintexas.gov/1413/Starcke-ParkYouth-Adventure-Course. For more information, call 830-401-2480.
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.
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.
Christus Hospice – Central Texas Bingo
The Christus Hospice – Central Texas will have Bingo for prizes from 10 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at the Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin.
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.
Friends of the Library Fall Meeting
The Friends of the Library will have its Fall Meeting at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 17 in the Seguin Public Library. The program will be presented by Seguin City Manager, Steve Parker. A short business meeting will follow.
Thriving Hearts Boots & Butterflies Event
The Thriving Hearts Crisis Center will have its Boots & Butterflies Event beginning with check in at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 17 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The attire is cowboy chic and or purple. For more information, email impact@thrivingheartscc.org.
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Pecan & Vine / Wine and Cigar Soiree: A Toast to Crime Stoppers
The Guadalupe County Crime Stoppers will have its Second Annual Wine and Cigar Soiree at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17 at the Lake Breeze Ski Lodge, located at 225 Ski Lodge Road in McQueeney. Individual Tickets are $100 and tables of 8 are also available. There will be 4 wine tastings, 2 cigars and a seated dinner included with ticket purchase. A cash bar will also be available. For more information, call 210-771-5755 or 830-481-7824.
NARFE Chapter 0672 Meeting
There will be a NARFE Chapter 0672 Meeting at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 18 at the 710 Activity Center, located at 710 Landa St. in New Braunfels. The program will be on the Service Office and how they can help. For more information, call 210-215-2352 or email tjvital@ gmail.com, or visit www.narfe.org/site/chapter672.
Hopeful Acres Bourbon and Cigar Tasting Fundraising Event
The Hopeful Acres will have a Bourbon and Cigar Tasting Fundraising Event from 6 to 10 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 18 at Johnny Pickles Distillery. Tickets are $50.
Geronimo VFW Friday Free Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Friday Free Dance from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18. Entertainment will be provided by a DJ. For more information, call or text 830305-8829.
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.
Navarro Education Foundation Clay Fest
The Navarro Education Foundation will have its Clay Fest from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19 at Moyesway Shooting Sports, located at 12601 FM 20 in Kingsbury. There will be a100 bird event, breakfast, lunch and awards. The cost is $500 for a 4-man team or $150 for individual that will be teamed. Guest meals and beverages are available for $25 each. Registration is available at www.nisd.us/nef. For more information call 830-305-0699 or email NavarroEducationFoundation@gmail.com.
Geronimo and Alligator Creeks Fall Clean-Up
The Geronimo and Alligator Creeks Fall Clean-Up will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 19 at the Seguin Outdoor Learning Center, located at 1865 E. US Hwy90. in Seguin and at Oak Creek Elementary,
located at 3060 Goodwin Ln. in New Braunfels. There will be free tacos and coffee. The event is free, however, participants are encouraged to preregister at http:// www.geronimocreek.org.
Puppies & Pumpkins in the Pumpkin Patch/Rummage Sale
The First Methodist Church will have its Blessing of the Animals in the Prayer Garden and the Seguin Animal Control will sponsor Puppies in the Patch with puppies for adoption at 10 a.m. n Saturday, Oct. 19 at 710 N. Austin St. in Seguin. There will also be a Rummage Sale. The Patch is open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 7 p.m. on Sundays in October. For more information call 830-379-4112.
Seguin Fall Festival
There will be a Seguin Fall Festival from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19 at Central Park in downtown Seguin. There will be a car show, food, music, games, live entertainment, bounce houses, arts & crafts vendors, pet costume contest, beer garden, and pumpkin patch. All proceeds benefit local fire departments. For more information, email seguinfallfestival@gmail.com.
Seguin Storytellers
The Seguin Storytellers will meet at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 20 at the Seguin Public Library Community Meeting Room. Seguinite, Sydney Burton will give a moving presentation entitled, Remembrance: A Cry for Help, Family Letters from Nazi Germany 1938-1941.
Sustainable Applied Ecology Discussions
There will be Sustainable Applied Ecology Discussion from 2 to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 20 at the Columbus Club Hall, located at 1015 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The topic will be Getting Along Locally & Globally within the Socio-Political Spectrum...Magaism, Minimalist Applied Ecology, & Libertarian Survivalism with avid supporter of former President Trump, Colonel Ron Colunga and Sustainable Ecologist, Paul Bain Martin, phd. (Moderated and fact checked).
Boo Bash Party
The Med Team Inc. will have a Boo Bash Party from 2 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 20 at the Silver Center, located at 310 E. Court St. in Seguin. There will be games, food, drinks and a costume contest. For more information, call 830-626-3525.
Caregiver Cafe
There will be a Caregiver Cafe at 9 a.m. on the 1st Thursday of the month at Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church and at 2 p.m. on the 3rd Sunday of the month at Emanuel’s Lutheran Church. This will be an informal gathering for caregivers to share with each other over a cup of coffee and refreshments while learning stress-relieving, relaxation techniques or hearing from guest speakers
on helpful subjects. For more information, call 830-2720040, ext. 104 and leave a message.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 20. Entertainment will be provided by Lone Star Pickerz. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
Business Improvement Grant (BIG) Program
The City of Seguin is now accepting applications for the Business Improvement Grant (BIG) Program. Applicants may be eligible to receive up to a 75 percent matching grant, with a maximum grant awarded to an applicant not to exceed $10,000. Improvements and other expenditures eligible under the Seguin BIG Program include facade improvements, sign improvements, site improvements, and other real property improvements. Program Guidelines and Applications are available online at www.SeguinTexas.gov or at www.SeguinEDC. com. Applications must be submitted through the BIG application portal which can be accessed by visiting: https://bit.ly/seguin-big24 by the close of business on the last day of each month. For more information, visit www.SeguinEDC.com, or call 830-401-2476.
First Day to Early Vote
The first day to Early Vote in the 2024 Election is Monday, Oct. 21. For more information, visit www.co.guadalupe.tx.us/elections.
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.
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.
Spooktacular Trunk or Treat
There will be a Spooktacular Trunk or Treat from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 22 at the Guadalupe Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, located at 1210 Eastwood Drive in Seguin. Family friendly costumes are encouraged, but no costume masks, please.
Diez Y Seis De Septiembre Fiestas Patrias Exhibit
There will be a Diez Y Seis De Septiembre Fiestas Patrias Exhibit through Thursday, Oct. 24 at the Seguin Heritage Museum, located at 114 N. River St. in Seguin.
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Seguin Art League Annual Fundraiser
The Seguin Art League will have its Annual Fundraiser from Thursday, Oct. 24 to Saturday, Nov. 9. A prospectus for the “Seguin: Our Town” show is available at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin or downloaded from www.seguinartleague.com. This year, you may also paint on a 9x12x1.5 canvas as well as the pecan panel. For more information, call 830-305-0472.
Republican Women Meeting
The Guadalupe County Republican Women will meet at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 24 at the Seguin Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. The speaker will be State Senator, Donna Campbell, M.D. Lunch is $15 and reservations are required by calling or texting 830-391-3979 or emailing silvercenter@ sbcglobal.net. For more information, visit www.guadalupe-county-rw.com.
Last Day to Apply for Mail Ballot
The last day to apply for a Mail Ballot in the 2024 Election is Friday, Oct. 25. For more information, visit www. co.guadalupe.tx.us/elections.
Marion Education Foundation Casino Night
The Marion Education Foundation will have a Casino Night fundraiser at 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 25 at The Fields, located at 857 Haeckerville Rd. in Cibolo. For tickets and more information call 210-912-3799 or 210-386-8911.
Off The Leash Bulldog 5K
The Texas Lutheran University will have its Off The Leash Bulldog 5K at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26 outside the Alumni Student Center towards the Chapel. Registration is available at www.athleteguild.com.
Native Plant Sale
The Guadalupe Chapter Native Plant Society will have a Native Plant Sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26 in Central Park. There will be a variety of native plants available and members will also be available to answer questions. Credit cards will be accepted.
Redeemer United Church Harvest Festival
The Redeemer United Church will have its Harvest Festival beginning with 10:30 a.m. worship Sunday, Oct. 27 at Bexar Social Hall, located at 15681 Bexar Bowling Rd. in Marion. There will be $15 Turkey Dinner Plates with drive-thru beginning at 11 a.m. and Dine-in at 11:30 a.m. There will also be live & silent auctions, raffle, bake sale, country store, and children’s activities. For more information call 830-914-2168 or visit www.RedeemerZuehl.org.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from
3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27. Entertainment will be provided by Cactus Country. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
Refuge III Biblical Voting Zoom Presentation
The Refuge III Church will offer a Biblical Voting Zoom Presentation at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 28. The presentation will be by Minister Stanley Holmes. To join, visit https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9910714276. Enter Meeting ID: 991 071 4276. To join by phone, 1-346-248-7799, Enter Meeting ID: 991 071 4276#. For questions getting connected, contact Deacon Louis Rhodes at 1-469-853-4650.
Hispanic Chamber Men and Women’s Power Luncheon
The Seguin Guadalupe County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will have its Men and Women’s Power Luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 30 at the Seguin Silver Center. Tickets are available from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mondays through Fridays at the Hispanic Chamber Office and at the door. For more information, call 830-372-3151.
November
Last Day to Vote Early in Person
The last day to vote early in person in the 2024 Election is Friday, Nov. 1. For more information, visit www. co.guadalupe.tx.us/elections.
Sustainable Applied Ecology Discussions
There will be Sustainable Applied Ecology Discussion from 2 to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 2 at the Seguin Public Library, located at 313 W. Nolte St. in Seguin. The topic will be Getting Along Locally & Globally within the Socio-Political Spectrum...Magaism, Minimalist Applied Ecology, & Libertarian Survivalism with Suvivalist, Marine Scout-Sniper and Body Language Instructor and former Seguite, Adam Ticknor. (Moderated and fact checked).
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3. Entertainment will be provided by Crosstown Country. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
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. Election Day
The Election Day for the 2024 Election is Tuesday, Nov. 5. For more information and polling locations, visit www.co.guadalupe.tx.us/elections.
Parkinson’s Support Group
The Gonzales Area Parkinson’s Support Group will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. the first Thursday of each month in the Fellowship Hall at the Presbyterian Church, located at 414 St. Louis St. in Gonzales. For more information visit lonestarparkinsonsociety.com or email gapsg23@gmail.com.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10. Entertainment will be provided by Country Sounds. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
Geronimo VFW Jam Session
The Geronimo VFW will have a Jam Session from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
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 .
Geronimo VFW Friday Free Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Friday Free Dance from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15. Entertainment will be provided by a DJ. 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. Saturday, Nov. 16 at GRMC, located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.
Fire Alumni/Police Alumni Cornhole Tournament
The Seguin Fire Alumni and the Seguin Police Alumni will have a Cornhole Tournament at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 16 at the Starcke Park East Big Pavilion. There will also be food trucks, raffle items, silent auction items, snacks, and entertainment by D.j. Dtrayne. The entry fee is $100 for 2-man teams with cash prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 17. Entertainment will be provided by Bob Appel. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
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Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24. Entertainment will be provided by The Posse. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-3058829.
December
Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group
The Texas Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Seguin Support Group will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10 at the GVEC Community Room, located at 927 N. TX-46 in Seguin.
Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Merry Melodies, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 15 at Jackson Auditorium at Texas Lutheran University. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony.org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
February
Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Puttin On the Ritz, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 23 at the Brauntex Theatre in New Braunfels. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony.org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
Brown Cultural Event Series – Elizabeth Smart
The TLU Jessie S. and Jack Harold Upton Brown Cultural Enrichment Fund will present Elizabeth Smart at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 27 at Jackson Auditorium on the campus of Texas Lutheran University. Elizabeth Smart is a victim of one of the most followed child abduction cases of our time and has become a beacon of hope and an advocate for change related to child abduction and recovery programs. Smart, now a bestselling author, will speak about her experience and recovery.
March
Brown Cultural Event Series – The Second City 65th Anniversary
The TLU Jessie S. and Jack Harold Upton Brown Cultural Enrichment Fund will present The Second City 65th Anniversary Show at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 26 at Jackson Auditorium on the campus of Texas Lutheran University. There will be handpicked songs, sketches, and characters written by Tina Fey, Stephen Colbert, Bill Murray, Keegan Michael Key, Eugene Levy, and other star-studded alumni of The Second City. The show celebrates the comedy troupe’s history with favorite material from their stages over the years.
Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Bond and Beyond, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 30 at the New Braunfels Civic and Convention Center in New Braunfels. To purchase tickets, visit www. mtsymphony.org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
April
Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Ode to Joy, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 27 at Jackson Auditorium at Texas Lutheran University. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony.org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
Ongoing Community Calendar Items
CCSCT Utility Assistance Application for 2024 Applications are available for the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (C.E.A.P.) provided by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs through the CCSCT. The program will help low-income consumers reduce their utility bills. There is also assistance available through the Low Income Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP). For more information visit www.ccsct. org or follow them on the socials at https://linktr.ee/ ccsct_cares.
Heritage Museum Calendars
The Heritage Museum is selling 2024 Then and Now Themed Calendars. There is a limited supply and they are available for purchase at the Heritage Museum, Gift & Gourmet, Pecan Town Books and Brews, Parker’s City Pharmacy, and online at www.heritagemuseum.net. All proceeds benefit Museum projects.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline available 24 hours a day in English and Spanish.
Volunteer Van Drivers Needed
Guadalupe County Veteran Services Office is in great need of volunteer van drivers. Even those who can only commit to one day per month. Volunteers will drive local veterans who have no transportation to their VA medical appointments in San Antonio. To volunteer, call 830303-4188 ext. 1249.
Precious Life Services
Precious Life Services is accepting new clients who may need help with Anger Management, Parenting Skills, Christian Counseling, Group and Family Therapy, Anxiety and Depression, etc. Appointments are available in-office, by Zoom or Teleconference by calling 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 self-paced, no classes to attend program. You work around your schedule and at the end of the program you will receive an accredited diploma that is acceptable for college. Tutors are available at no charge. Free placement testing, no previous records required. For more information call or text Crystal at 325-956-1155.
Salvation Army Office
The Seguin Unit Salvation Army office is located at 205 North King Street. The office is open to receive requests for assistance weekly from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Volunteers Needed
The Guadalupe Valley Young Marines need volunteers. They promote a healthy, drug-free program and need males, 19 years and up who would like to see the program grow by contributing time to help future citizens, boys and girls 8 to 18. Positions available include computer input, physical fitness training, planning/logistics, and medical. Contact Dina Dillon at 423-227-9610 or visit www.gvyoungmarines.org.
La Trinidad Blessing Box - Food Pantry
The La Trinidad United Methodist Church invites you to “Take what you need, Bring what you can, and above all be Blessed!” by its Blessing Box Food Pantry located at the corner of the church at 306 E. Gonzales St. in Seguin. The Blessing Box is filled with items to help those in need.
The Country Church Attic
The Country Church Attic is now open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Wednesday and Thursday.
Clothing Ministry
The Refuge III Clothing Ministry continues to give away clothing, some furniture, dishes, and other items at 7535 Elm Creek Road in Seguin. For further information call 830-303-6478.
Free Bible Course
The World Bible School is offering free Bible correspondence courses. Answer questions from the Bible and send in for grading. Visit studygod.info for further information.
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