KWED Listener Appreciation Night set for TODAY
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Seguin) — Fair gates officially open today for the 141st Guadalupe County Fair and PRCA Rodeo. Today also marks KWED Listener Appreciation Night at the rodeo.
KWED along with a number of partnering businesses worked hard this past week to ensure that as many people as possible were able to pick up their free rodeo tickets. At this time, it is believed that only a limited number of tickets remain and can still be picked up at the following locations Gunn Chrysler Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Guadalupe Printing Solutions, Texas Built Mobile Homes, Murdoch’s Ranch and Home Supply, D&D Trailer Sales and the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce. Residents are advised to call the businesses first to see if tickets are available.
While the rodeo is free for those who were lucky enough to get tickets, individuals will still have to pay the $10 gate fee if they arrive after 6 p.m. Otherwise, families are welcome to enter for free between 5 and 6 p.m.
Today’s schedule includes the opening of gates at 5 p.m. Again, there will be free grounds admission until 6 p.m.
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The 74th annual Queen’s Contest gets underway this Saturday at 5:30 p.m. in the Seguin Coliseum. Six contestants will be vying for the crown. The community is encouraged to come out and watch the stage portion of the contest. The event is free.
Guadalupe County Fair Parade set for Friday morning
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Seguin) – Fair excitement continues Friday with this year’s Guadalupe County Fair Parade. The parade gets underway at 10 a.m. The parade will feature floats, marching bands, horse riders, tractors, and more, all showcasing their agricultural and Guadalupe County pride.
Parade Chairman Gail Damerau says the fair association is excited about hosting one of its largest parades yet.
“It’s been a great year for parade entries. A lot of the schools are participating. We’ve got some great entries coming in and we are spreading them out. We will start at College and Austin Street and we will make the grand
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Events include the annual Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce’s mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. in the dance pavilion. Youth activities will also be held from 5 to 8 p.m. in the Seguin Coliseum.
The start of the PRCA rodeo gets underway at 7:30 p.m. The rodeo will include a mutton bustin’and the presentation of Miss Rodeo Guadalupe County Teen & Princess. Wrapping up events will be tonight’s free dance featuring music by Madyln Abrameit.
Gail Damerau, a member of the Guadalupe County Fair Association board of directors, says she is excited about this continuation in tradition
entry start there with Guadalupe County Sheriff Arnold Zwicke as our parade marshal this year and when he gets on the parade route, we will take Austin Street straight on down to Nelda Street where our walking units will disband and the rest of our parade entries will end at the Wave Pool parking lot,” said Damerau.
Again, this year’s Parade Grand Marshal is Sheriff Arnold Zwicke who will be retiring after decades serving as the county’s top lawman. Zwicke’s final day in office is Dec. 31.
Parade judging starts at 8:30 a.m. Officials are encouraging all entries to be in line by 8 a.m. Friday.
and encourages all families to make the fair part of their weekend.
“We are on our 141st Guadalupe County Fair. So, that’s an exciting fair for us – 141 years. In with that, there’s a lot of activities that we do that have been going on for a long time and we can’t make any of this work without our volunteers and without our board of directors. It’s a moving ship and it can’t be done without a lot of people,” said Damerau.
Following tonight’s KWED Listener Appreciation Night, fair gates will re-open on Friday at 11 a.m. following this year’s Guadalupe County Fair Parade. The parade gets underway at 10 a.m. Friday in
downtown Seguin. Parking each day is $10 a vehicle except for Sunday. Proceeds from parking will go to the Seguin FFA. The cost to enter the fair Friday through Sunday is $10 a person. There is no cost for kids 10 and under. Friday is also free up until 7 p.m. for all students and those with a military ID.
Carnival armbands on site will be $30 a person. Carnival times are 6 to 11 p.m. Thursday; 1 to 11 p.m. Friday; 1 to 11 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 6 p.m. on Sunday.
A complete listing of events and other prices and discounts can be found in the official fair catalog available for pickup at Seguin Radio KWED or online at gcfair.org .
Seguin boys force play-in game; Marion
San Antonio Cole hands Marion first district loss
(Marion) -- The Marion Lady Bulldogs fell for the first time this season in District 27-3A play on Tuesday night.
San Antonio Cole came back from two sets down to rally past the Lady Bulldogs 19-25, 16-25, 25-18, 25-15, 15-7. Marion is now 3-1 in district after the loss.
Emily Sampson led the Lady Bulldogs with 10 kills. Madi Love punched through eight kills. Lailah Hernandez had five service aces while Bristin Birdwell and Ellie Parker contributed four aces a piece for Marion
Cole’s devastating front line was impressive, throwing down a number of smashes on the night. On the other end of the court, Birdwell had 32 digs defensively while Hernandez was active diving around the court coming up with 12 digs. Following the match, Marion head coach Mellissa Mitchell Schuetz talked about the Cole hitters and her team’s efforts to keep up lead by her back line of Birdwell and Hernandez.
“Her and Bristin were picking up stuff that nobody would think would be picked up,” Michetell Schuetz said. “We were just trying to create some kind of rift in what Cole had going on and we ran out of timeouts. But, I trust my defenders. It doesn’t matter who is out there and I know they are gonna come through one way or another.”
Marion will continue district play on Friday when they host Randolph. First serve is set for 6 p.m. at Marion High School.
In other area volleyball action:
(San Antonio) -- The Seguin Lady Matadors improved to 11-0 in District 27-5A with a win at San Antonio Lanier on Tuesday night.
The Lady Mats will look to go 12-0 when they return home on Friday to take on San Antonio Jefferson. Friday’s match gets underway at 7 p.m. at Goldie Harris Gym.
(Fredricksburg) -- And the Navarro Lady Panthers evened their District 26-4A record at 2-2 with a straight sets road victory over the Fredericksburg Lady Billies on Tuesday night.
The Lady Panthers are at Bandera on Friday night. That match will start at 6 O’clock at Bandera High School.
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VITAL STATISTICS
Cockrum
Thomas Cockrum Sr of Seguin, Texas passed away recently.
Survivors include sons: Thomas Cockrum Jr and Vincent Nichols. Daughters: Nnette Cockrum, Le’Chrisha Martin and Lavee Jackson. Brother: I.G. Cockrum
Viewing will be held Saturday October 12th 2024 at 10am at Zion Hill Baptist Church Funeral services will be held Saturday October 12th 2024 at 11am. Burial will follow immediately after at Capote Community Cemetery.
Services under the direction of Crenshaw Funeral Home 216 Blumberg St. Seguin, Tx. 78155 830-303-2208
Hall
Bethann Walraven Hall was born on December 14, 1947. She went to be with the lord on August 2, 2024. Beth was born in San Angelo, Texas. She grew up loving reading, swimming and arts and crafts. She attended Angelo State University where she met Skip Hall. They married and moved to Seguin and welcomed a son. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree from Southwest Texas State University. She then taught at Seguin High. During this time, she earned her Master’s Degree and later became head of the English Department. After a while, she and Skip moved to Cleo, right outside of Junction, Texas. She taught at Kerrville Tivy High up to her retirement. Beth loved the holidays and decorating for them. Christmas was here favorite.
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She had enough Christmas décor to start a Christmas store. Beth loved being a grandmother to her granddaughter, Remi Hall. Beth is survived by her son Randy and fiancé Jennifer and granddaughter Remi Hall, sister Karen Hudon and partner Danny Glenn, niece Dawn Hooper and husband Mike, daughter Maddie, son Tyler Hooper and his wife Peyton and their son Ryder, brother-in-law Charlie Hall and wife Vicky and their sons Caleb and wife Sara, Nathan and spouse Dre, two great nephews Rowe and Ripp. Beth is preceded in death by her parents, Alvin and Gwendolyn Walraven, her loving husband Skip, brother, Kelly Walraven and Sister Celeste Walraven.
A Memorial Service is scheduled for Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM with visitation starting at 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at Sunset Memorial Oaks Funeral Home 415 S. Business 35 New Braunfels, Texas.
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.
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.
AGs Across 14 States Sue TikTok Over Youth Mental Health Concerns (Trenton, NJ) -- Attorneys General across 14 states are suing TikTok for unlawful practices that allegedly harm children and their mental health. New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin’s office is filing one of those lawsuits, claiming the social media platform owned by the Chinese company ByteDance knew user safety was an issue and failed to fix features that encouraged compulsive use. New York, California, and Massachusetts are some other states filing lawsuits against TikTok. Meantime, Platkin says he’ll continue to go after social media platforms that promote unhealthy habits, including Meta and Discord.
Helene Flood Waters Force Production To Stop At IV Bag Maker (McDowell County, NC) -- Flooding from the remnants of Hurricane Helene has caused production to stop at one of the largest manufacturers of I-V bags in the United States. Officials at the Baxter North Cove facility about 30 miles from the devastated town of Asheville, North Carolina said a nearby levee breach resulted in water getting into a building, forcing a halt in production of an estimated one-point-five-million I-V bags a day. The American Hospital Association is calling on the Biden Administration to declare the intravenous bag shortage a national emergency.
Missouri Hospital And University To Study
Maternal Mortality
(Kansas City, MO) -- A Missouri hospital and university are studying the deaths of pregnant women. The University of Missouri-Kansas City and Saint Luke’s Mid-America Heart Institute are using an eight-point-three-million dollar grant to conduct maternal mortality study. The HOPE study will examine the outcomes of one-thousand pregnant women to better care for mothers who suffer from heart conditions when pregnant. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for pregnant women.
Georgia
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Texas Abortion Bans In The Spotlight
(Atlanta, GA) -- Georgia’s Supreme Court is reinstating the state’s six-week abortion ban. The ruling comes a week after a lower court had struck the ban down. That decision had allowed the procedure to resume and made them legal up to 22 weeks of pregnancy. The six-week ban will now remain in effect while the Georgia Supreme Court considers the state’s appeal of last week’s decision. Meanwhile, the U.S. Supreme Court will not take up a lawsuit over Texas’s near-total ban on abortions. Justices are refusing to hear a case involving the rules for emergency rooms. That means a lower court ruling remains in place. It found that ER doctors must follow state law, which bans the procedure unless a mother’s life is in danger.
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 830-379-6477. Save the date for the Guadalupe County Fair on Oct. 10 - 13 at the Seguin Events Complex. Follow the fair on Facebook and Instagram @GuadalupeCo.FairAssociation.
Chamber After Hours Mixer
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its After Hours Mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, 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-Park-Youth-Adventure-Course. For more information, call 830-4012480.
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.
Emanuel’s Lutheran Church Ladies Aid Coffee Cakes
The Emanuel’s Lutheran Church Ladies Aid will be baking Coffee Cakes on Tuesdays, 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.
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.
Comal Country Music Show
The Comal Country Music Show will be held from 7:30 to 10 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at the Columbus Club Hall, located at 111 Landa St. in New Braunfels. The featured guests performers will be Glen Collins and Lorraine Chavana. The doors open at 6 p.m. with an $8 cover charge. All proceeds benefit charities.
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.
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.
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.
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 210-7715755 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.
Cookies with CASA
Enjoy a free cookie and learn how to help kids in Guadalupe County through Court Appointed Special Advocates for children (CASA) at noon to 1 p.m. or 5 to 6 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 18 at the Guadalupe Regional Medical Center, in Classrooms 1 & 2, 2nd story through the Central Entrance at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. For questions, contact Jade at jdimitri@casacentex.org.
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.
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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 830-305-8829.
Kiki Camarena Run – Ride To Be Drug Free
The Guadalupe Valley Young Marines will have its 5th Annual Kiki Camarena Run – Ride to Be Drug Free from 9 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19 at the Veterans Outreach Center, located at 205 E. Weinert St. in Seguin. There will be a motorcycle run, chili-dog plate sale, silent auction, and vendors. For more information, contact Dina Dillon at 423-227-9610 or email gvyoungmarines@gmail.com.
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 830-3794112.
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 830-272-0040, ext. 104 and leave a message.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, 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.
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 6:308 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.
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.
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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 830305-8829.
Faith Lutheran Church Community Trunk or Treat
The Faith Lutheran Church will have its Community Trunk or Treat from 4 to 5:30 p.m. (while supplies last) on Sunday, Oct. 27 in the west side of the parking lot, located at 1326 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Wear costumes and bring your family.
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, 1-346-2487799, 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.
Trunk or Treat at First Presbyterian
The First Presbyterian Church will have its Trunk or Treat from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Halloween night, Thursday, Oct. 31 in the parking lot at 1121 E. Walnut St. in Seguin. If
you would like to participate with your vehicle, arrive at 5:30 p.m. to set up prior to children arriving. Email roncolunga@yahoo.com to reserve a space.
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.
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, Nov. 1 at the Big Red Barn. Meals are $20. A child’s hot dog plate (chips, drink and dessert) is also available. Tickets can be purchased at the door. The June entertainment will be provided by Shelby Rae Marshall and the Beneficiary will be the Christian Cupboard.
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 830305-8829.
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.
Art from the Heart with Mom
The Seguin Art League will offer an Art from the Heart with Mom Class for moms with children aged 3 to 5 years old from 10:30 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Each child will be able to form their own volcano and then watch it erupt. The session will concentrate on fine motor skills, learning skills, form, and color. The cost is $20 with supplies included. Limited to 10 kids with moms. For more information call 830-305-0472.
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 830305-8829.
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.
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.
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 830305-8829.
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 830-3058829.
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TLU’s 2nd Annual Dia De Los Veteranos
Texas Lutheran University will have its 2nd Annual Dia De Los Veteranos from 3 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 23 in the Langner Hall parking lot, located at 1000 W. Court St. in Seguin. There will be a car show & shine, free food and drinks, TLU Mariachi performance, live graffiti art, photo booth, moon bounce, vendor market, book reading and signing and music by Dj Chuko. There is no registration fee for the car show and check in is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call 830-372-6073.
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 830-305-8829.
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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