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Pair of business staples in Marion to celebrate 50 years Darren Dunn
(Marion) -- If you ask Karen Scheffel, the owner of Helping Hand Hardware in Marion, about opening the business next door to Penshorn's Meat Market during the same year 50 years ago, she will tell you that it was just a coincidence. That coincidence, however, has since evolved into a long lasting business relationship -- a relationship now described as the heart of the city. A 50 year celebration is in store this weekend for the neighboring businesses located on San Antonio St. in Marion. As part of the celebration, the businesses on Saturday will be serving free sausage wraps while supplies last. Both will also be hosting special drawings. Scheffel says for her, the celebration is a look back over the decades and the customers who have stood by them along the way. "It's been a great success because of our customers. We enjoy providing the supplies that customers need to do their job and we feel very fortunate when we can help them and we have great employees and we have a great community and we get business from all over. Business, pg. 4
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Two spooktacular events slated for tonight at TLU Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Seguin) -- TLU students will again be loading up their trunks for Seguin’s ghosts and goblins. In fact this year, not only are local kids invited to Texas Lutheran University’s annual Boo Bash Trunk-or-Treat Extravaganza but they are also invited to spend part of their visit next door in the Moody Science Complex for a whole new event called “STEM is Not Scary: An UnHaunted Open House.” The event, designed for middle and high school students, will illustrate why science isn’t
scary through special hands-on science demonstrations. TLU officials say the two spooktacular events are free and will be held today from 6 to 8 p.m. The lines for both the Boo Bash and Un-Haunted Open House will begin in the Tschoepe Hall parking lot. The area can be accessed on the south end of the campus just off of West Court Street. Parking for tonight’s events is available anywhere throughout the campus.
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celebration with her late husband Roger, says it's the pride in her community that has always helped to fuel the passion to stay in operation. "At times, it's challenging because I work long hours and I did before and just keeping the store open and competing with other big box stores but it's been really an honor to serve
They just say it's more convenient and some of our prices may be higher but we have good service but they don't want to drive that far and I had a man call me the other day and he wanted to drive all the way from Runge to come buy a chainsaw and I thought that was really nice," said Scheffel.
Leroy and Leona Penshorn
Keeping a business "in business" is always challenging. Yet, Scheffel, who shares in the
the community and to be able to help them. That's my thing -- my husband and I and our children and grandchildren are all ‘Marionites’ so that makes it that much special," said Scheffel. Tradition and pride is also what has helped to keep Penshorn's Meat Market in operation since 1973. Business, pg. 3
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Pecan Fest to include pub crawl, pecan cracking contest Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Seguin) -- It's either get "crawlin" or get "crackin" at this year's Pecan Fest Heritage Days. Among the number of activities scheduled for this weekend's Pecan Fest Heritage Days in downtown Seguin are the annual Hats Off to Juan Seguin Pub Crawl and Get "Crackin" Contest. Kyle Kramm, Seguin Main Street Program and CVB director, says the Get "Crackin" contest allows folks who think they can shell the most nuts to put those skills to the test. "Anyone is eligible to participate in our Get 'Crackin' Contest. It's at 1 o'clock on Saturday in Central Park. So, the way it works, is you get two minutes to shell as many pecans as possible. There will be prizes for first, second and third. It's just a fun two
minute competition and whoever can shell the most pecans, gets the prize," said Kramm. Nutcrackers will be provided to all contestants. Sign-up is available
Business, continued. Owner Kim Penshorn says she and husband Robert just officially took sole possession of the company earlier this year after her brother-in-law Elroy chose to retire. She says the two brothers had been operating the business together ever since it was gifted to them by their parents Leroy and Leona Penshorn in 2010. Kim says family is everything and believes that Penshorn's has not only been the key component for keeping her own family together but also becoming a foundation for the Marion family. "I think it's amazing. My husband said he started working here like when he was 8 and he wanted to stay until it turned 50 and continue the family business and tradition means a lot to him so it was very important," said Kim. As for the success of the business, Kim says the answer is easy. "It's our loyal customers. We have some of the best customers around and community. Marion has a wonderful community. We are tight knit and always willing to help each other out and that means a lot," said Kim. The celebration will begin at both businesses at 10 a.m. Saturday. Festivities will continue until 1 p.m. or until food runs out.
now at the Seguin Visitors Center located at 200 S. Austin St. or minutes prior to the start of the contest. Folks from 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday are also invited to put on their creative hat and pub crawl to participating bars for drink specials and other fun entertainment. The Hats Off to Juan Seguin Pub Crawl is held in honor of Juan Seguin's 217th birthday. Check in will be at 1916 Bar & Bistro. First and second place prizes will be given away for most creative hat. Other participating bars that night will include Bar Seguin, Schultz Saloon, Seguin Bar & Billiards, Seguin Brewing Co. and Sips & Gulps. A complete schedule of events for this year's Pecan Fest can be found at visitseguin.com.
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TLU Volleyball Defeats Southwestern to Complete Undefeated Home Season Bryce Hayes - TLU Sports Information & Marketing
SEGUIN, Texas -- Texas Lutheran Volleyball beat Southwestern 25-18, 24-26, 25-22, 25-18, to clinch their first undefeated season at Memorial Gymnasium since 2004 on Tuesday. The Bulldogs conclude their home slate 6-0 for the sixth undefeated home season in program history. The match marked the final home regular season match for seniors Tanyse Moehrig (Spring Branch/ Smithson Valley), Emily Mixon (Woodville/ Woodville), and Keriann Kallus (New Braunfels/ New Braunfels). Moehrig had 14 kills and eight digs in the match. Brylie Nedd (Sealy/Sealy) matched Moehrig with a match-high 14 kills and added four blocks (two solo). Keriann Kallus also had a night with nine kills, seven digs, four blocks (one solo), and a service ace. Victoria Powell (Richmond/Fulshear) finished with six kills and joined Kallus and Nedd with four blocks (one solo). Shavonne Respondek (San Antonio/Madison) had 27 assists, 21 digs, four kills, three kills and one ace. The double-double marks her 23rd doubledouble in 25 matches this season. Faith Coldewey (Floresville/Floresville) led the Bulldogs with 27
digs to go with three assists and two aces. Freshman Richelle Guerra (Brownsville/Rivera Early College) matched her career-high with 20 digs. The Bulldogs - who entered Tuesday third in the nation in total digs and and leading the country in digs per set - finished with 107 digs in total with three players eclipsing 20 digs. The first set was back-and-forth to start featuring seven ties early. Following a Southwestern timeout, TLU would go on an 8-4 run to take a 22-15 lead to force a second Pirates timeout. The Bulldogs would take the opening set 25-18 led by seniors Moehrig and Kallus who had four kills each. The Pirates, who host the 2023 SCAC Volleyball Tournament and were fighting for their SCAC Tournament bid, tied the match up with a 26-24 win in the second set. Texas Lutheran led 20-15 before the Pirates would battle back to tie the set 24-all before taking the set 26-24. Texas Lutheran held off another Southwestern rally in the third set to win it 25-22, using a 4-0 run to finish the set. The Bulldogs got four kills from Moehrig and Nedd in the set, including three kills from Moehrig for three of the final four points to close the set.
The fourth set saw the Bulldogs in complete control - never looking back after a 6-6 tie early in the set. A 10-3 run from Texas Lutheran would force a Southwestern timeout as the Bulldogs stretched out to a 16-9 lead. The Pirates would not go down easy but TLU would put the match away, 25-18, closed out by senior Keriann Kallus - who also celebrated her birthday on Tuesday. Kallus, Moehrig and Nedd all had three kills in the final set. Following the match, Texas Lutheran recognized its three seniors in senior day festivities celebrating their contributions to the TLU Volleyball program. The Bulldogs will travel to Sherman, Texas, for their final SCAC Divisional weekend starting with a match against Centenary College at 1:15 PM on Saturday, Oct. 28. All streaming and live stats links will be available on tlubulldogs.com. For more information on Texas Lutheran volleyball, follow the Bulldogs on Facebook (TLU Volleyball), X (Twitter) (@TLU_VB), and Instagram (@tlu_vb) and as always you can find updates on all Texas Lutheran athletics on tlubulldogs.com and all official TLU social media channels (@tluathletics on X (Twitter), @tlu_athletics on Instagram and TikTok, and @tlubulldogs on Facebook).
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Forrest Wayne Gunckel, 68, of Seguin, Texas, lost his battle with cancer on September 17, 2023. He passed away peacefully surrounded by family. Forrest expressed his love for his family and said, “Ive had a good run and I’m going to see my buddies.” Forrest was born on February 2, 1955 at the former Gary AFB in San Marcos, Texas, to Shirley Rose Schultz Gunckel (daughter of August (Pat) and Rosa Schultz), and Larry Wayne Gunckel. He spent most of his childhood years at his father’s military assignments, settling in Seguin, Texas upon his father’s retirement from the Air Force. Forrest attended Seguin High School, working part-time for the Koehler Company. After high school, as a full-time employee, he quickly acquired cabinet making skills and demonstrated that he was a talented craftsman. In his early 20’s, Forrest decided to start his own business and went on to have a successful career as the owner of Gunckel Architectural Millworks. As the business grew, he acquired a warehouse at the company’s current location on West Kingsbury Street. He set it up with state-of-the-art equipment and
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began to take on large commercial projects. With a passion for woodwork, he dedicated countless hours to perfecting his craft and becoming a successful entrepreneur. His dedication and expertise in his field were highly regarded by his colleagues and clients. Even though business was his primary interest throughout his life, Forrest still found time for other pursuits and had a passion for golf, fishing, gardening and cooking, with a special talent for barbecuing. Forrest’s dream was to retire in Rockport, where he could fish to his heart’s content. It is there that his final resting place will be, with his ashes to be scattered at sea. Forrest had a vibrant personality and was especially known for his wit and sense of humor. He had a special bond with his dog, Jax, who brought him immense joy and companionship. Forrest will be deeply missed by his loving daughter, Linsey Amstead; son-in-law, Brent Amstead; and grandkids Kylee and Asher. He leaves behind his father, Larry Gunckel; and stepmother, Jodi Gunckel; sisters, Cindy and husband Avery Curnel, Terry Atkinson and partner Jim Roe; and stepsister, Cathi Barnes. He is preceded by his mother, Shirley Gunckel; and brother, Gary Gunckel. A Celebration of Life service will be held to honor and remember Forrest’s life on October 28th at 12 p.m. a Faith Lutheran Church, 1326 E. Cedar St. in Seguin, Texas. In lieu of floweres, the family request that memorial tributes be made in the form of charitable donations to the American Cancer Society.
Funeral arrangements are pending at Eunice and Lee Mortuary for Carmen Castillo who died Tuesday at the age of 85. She is survived by her daughter, Yolanda Castillo, and her son, Rudy Castillo.
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Georgia High Court Upholds Six-Week Abortion Ban (Atlanta, GA) -- The Georgia Supreme Court is upholding the state’s six week abortion ban. The court released the ruling Tuesday morning that sends challenges back to the lower courts. First passed by the state in 2019, the law prohibits abortion after six weeks, which is when a fetal heartbeat can generally be detected. The law could not go into effect until the overturning of the Roe v. Wade decision, which happened last year. . Judge Blocks State Of Colorado From Enforcing Abortion-Reversal Ban (Denver, CO) -- A federal judge is blocking the state of Colorado from enforcing a law that bans health clinics from using a procedure meant to reverse medically induced abortions. A U.S. District Court judge announced the ruling Saturday, saying there are religious freedom issues surrounding the law that the state has yet to answer. The preliminary injunction applies only to one Catholic health clinic that sued the state over the new law. The state will have 30 days to appeal the ruling to the Tenth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. West Texas Lawmakers Push Pro Life Policy (Lubbock, TX) -- Lubbock County in Texas has passed an abortion travel ban. It prohibits traveling on the roads to get an abortion in another state. Today’s vote was part of a large push to reaffirm Lubbock County as “sanctuary county for the unborn.” The county attorney admits that the ban will likely trigger lawsuits. Lubbock County is located in the western part of the state, about 90 miles east of the New Mexico border. McConnell Says He’s “Completely Recovered” Following Freezing Incidents (Washington, DC) -- Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell says he’s “completely recovered” from health issues that led him to freeze while while taking questions from reporters. McConnell said he’s “in good shape” and is back on the job during an interview on CBS’s “Face the Nation.” McConnell froze up while taking questions from reporters on Capitol Hill, and in a separate incident in his home state of Kentucky. The episodes after McConnell suffered a concussion from a fall during a dinner in March. Doctors ruled out a stroke or seizure
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(Seguin) -- The Mid-Texas Symphony introduces its Debutante and Escort class of Seguin for the 2023-2024 Season. The program is an educational and fundraising outreach for the Symphony. The participating students learn things such as money management, party planning, college preparation plus other young life building skills. This class is composed of local junior and senior high school students. The current class attends Lifegate Christian School, Navarro High School and Seguin High School. The students will show off these skills at the Debutante Ball. The event will be held Saturday, March 2, 2024. Tickets can be purchased through the Mid-Texas Symphony office. Participants include Morgan Carnes escorted by Kolten Kirby; Madison Gilliam and Montgomery Elder; Elizabeth Hagan and Nicholas Schwarzlose; Jade Hernandez and Elijah Hernandez; Cielo Infante and Seth Witschorke;
Elena Mendez and Roby Holdman; Cecilia Orona and Reed Glinn; Audrey Phillips and Colin Phillips; Sadie Polcyn and Ethan Wrinkle; Meadow Pullin and Kade Pugh; Kailey Ramirez
and Noah Nino; Addison Salazar and Emilio Salazar; Brielle Stevens and Talon Stevens; Blaine Vickers and Chance Hollub and Bryce Vickers and Lane Seidenberger.
Preparations begin for MidTexas Symphony Debutante Ball
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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. Gift Ornaments are also available at the Museum. All proceeds benefit Museum projects. First Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch 2023 The First Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch 2023 will 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 830379-4112. Dia de los Muertos Altar / Day of the Dead Community Altar The community altar is open at the Seguin Public Library for placing family tokens in remembrance of there loved ones who have passed. Bring photo reproductions of loved ones and their ofrendas to the library to be placed on the altar. Items may be picked up on Friday, Nov. 3. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information. Spirit of Joy Yoga The Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church will offer Yoga classes at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and 5:30 p.m. on Thursdays. Bring your own mat. Chair yoga is offered at noon Tuesdays and at 9 a.m. Thursdays. No mat is needed for chair yoga. The cost is $5 per class. 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 wine 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 830-4817824.
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STEM IS Not Scary: An Un-Haunted Open House at TLU There will be a free STEM IS Not Scary: An Un-Haunted Open House from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26 at the Moody Science Complex on the campus of Texas Lutheran University. There will be a special un-haunted house complete with hands-on science and demos for middle and high school students.
The 2023 Sip ‘n Stroll Mugs will officially be available for sale during Pecan Fest, on Saturday, Nov. 28 in downtown Seguin. The committee for the 2023 Sip ‘n Stroll has chosen a watercolor art piece of St. James created by Robin Walker. You can meet the artist herself for a chance to get your mug signed at Pecan Fest. The mugs will also be available for sale following Pecan Fest at Father Christmas, Gift and Gourmet, and Keeper’s Interiors beginning Tuesday, Oct. 31 until they are sold out.
Celebrate Recovery The Celebrate Recovery ministry at Crossroads Church meets from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday nights at 3455 W. Hwy 90 in Seguin. Celebrate recovery is for anyone dealing with anxiety, alcohol, depression, codependency, unforgiveness, self doubt, addiction, grief, eating disorders, relationships, anger, substance abuse, destructive behavior, spending, stress, and more. For more information call 830-251-2080. AA Meetings The Seguin Primary Purpose Group of AA will meet at 7 p.m. Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 315 S. Crockett St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-386-0334. Chamber Membership Luncheon The November Shop Small, Shop Local General Membership Luncheon will be held at 11:30 Wednesday, Nov. 1 at the Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court Street in Seguin. The cost is $20 per meal for members in advance and $25 for non-members and after Friday, Oct. 27. 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. 2023 Sip ‘n Stroll Mugs Available for Sale at Pecan Fest
DEA National Take Back Initiative The Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office, in collaborative efforts with the Drug Enforcement Agency(DEA) will be hosting its National Take Back Initiative from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 28 in front of the two-story Sheriff’s Office entrance located at 2617 N. Guadalupe St. in Seguin. This is a one-day opportunity for persons to dispose of unwanted or unused prescription drugs. A deputy will be on hand to take the substances to be disposed of with no questions asked. Only solid pharmaceutical products in consumer containers will be accepted. Liquids or syringes/needles, vapes, or batteries will not be accepted. Only pills and patches are accepted. Seguin Film & Arts Festival The Seguin Film & Arts Festival will be held as part of Pecan Fest, beginning at 11:15 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 28 at the Palace Theatre in downtown Seguin. There will be 21 short films from throughout Texas, the US, and around the world. There will be Q&A sessions with the filmmakers after the screenings. Awards will be announced at 7:30 p.m., immediately followed by a screening of the horror classic, “House on Haunted Hill,” featuring Vincent Price. Admission is free. For more information, visit SeguinFestival.org or Facebook and Instagram @SeguinFilm. Festival of Frights The American Legion Riders will have its Festival of Frights Outdoor Festival and Haunted House from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28 at the American Legion Post 245, located at 618 E. Kingsbury St. in Seguin. There will be kids games, petting zoo, pet adoption, snack vendors, and a trunk or treat. Continued on the next page.
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Dottsy and Friends Reunion Show There will be a Heart of Texas Records, Dottsy and Friends Reunion Show, at 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28 at the Texas Theatre. Admission is $15 for general admission and 420 for reserved seating. Tickets are available by calling 830-372-6168, 830401-1971, or visiting www.thetexas.org.
Friends Helping Friends Trunk or Treat The Friends Helping Friends of Guadalupe County, Inc. will have its Trunk or Treat from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 31 at Comanche Crossing Country Store located at 2080 FM 477 in Seguin.
Seguin Community Fall Festival & Trunk or Treat The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints will have its Seguin Community Fall Festival & Trunk or Treat from 6 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 28 at 1111 E. College St. There will be snacks, games, trunk or treat, photo booth, costume parade, and DJ music. Redeemer United Church Harvest Festival The Redeemer United Church will have its Harvest Festival beginning with 10:30 a.m. worship Sunday, Oct. 29 at Bexar Social Hall, located at 15681 Bexar Bowling Rd. in Marion. There will be $12 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. Kingsbury Methodist Church Trunk or Treat The Kingsbury Methodist Church will have its Trunk or Treat from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 29. There will be games and children are encouraged to wear costumes or get a face painting. Faith Lutheran Trunk or Treat The Faith Lutheran Church will have its Trunk or Treat for the community from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 29, in the west parking lot, located at 1326 E. Cedar St. Young and old are invited to visit and enjoy some treats. Friedens Church Annual Trunk or Treat The Friedens Church in Geronimo will have its Annual Trunk or Treat from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 29 at 2555 Friedens Church Road. There will be treats, games and prizes. SHS Choir Concert The Seguin High School Choir will have a free concert, “Dreams and Nightmares,” from 7 to 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 30 at the SHS Performing Arts Center.
Crossroads Church Fall Fest The Crossroads Church will have its Fall Fest from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 31 at 3455 W. US Highway 90 in Seguin. There will be food, games, candy, a costume contest, and lots more. November Pecan Valley Communicators The Pecan Valley Communicators is a new community club dedicated to helping members become better speakers and leaders. Meetings will be held 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. For the remainder of 2023 anyone who is a least fourteen years old can join without paying any fees. Starting Jan. 2024, the annual dues will be $24. 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. Dia de Los Muertos Event The Seguin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will have a Dia de Los Muertos Event from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 2 at Central Park in downtown Seguin. Participants interested in setting up their own altars and for more information, call 830-372-3151.
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Benefit There will be a Children’s Advocacy Center Designer Purse Benefit beginning with dinner at 6 p.m. and games at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 2 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The tickets are $50 in advance or $55 at the door if not sold out. A limited number of tickets are available now at KWED. Bring any new or gently used purse and/or new toiletries/personal care items to donate to the Women in Need Project. Visit the Children’s Advocacy Center Facebook and Instagram for updates and previews of the purses. 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. Co-ed 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 830-401-2480. Genealogical and Historical Society of Caldwell County Annual Meeting The Genealogical and Historical Society of Caldwell County will have its Annual Meeting from 10 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 4 in the Fellowship Hall of the First United Methodist Church, located at 703 E. Bowie St. in Luling. The program will be presented by Donaly Brice on “The Murder of the Caldwell County Sheriff in 1915 and Beyond.”
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.
Seguin Art League Kitty Keller Art Show The Seguin Art League will have a Kitty Keller Art Show from Sunday, Nov. 5 to Saturday, Nov. 25 at 104 S. Austin St. There will be a reception from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 5. The exhibit features new art in watercolor, acrylic, collage, giclee art prints, limited edition t-shirts, cloisonne ornaments, tea towels, ceramics and more. Twenty percent of all sales will benefit the Seguin Art League. The gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. For more information, call 830-305-0472.
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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.
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its After Hours Mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 14 at the Central Entrance to Guadalupe Regional Medical Center. For more information, call 830-379-6382.
Guadalupe County Mobile Food Pantry / Thanksgiving Food Distribution Event Join Texas Lutheran University and the San Antonio Food Bank for a Guadalupe County Mobile Food Pantry / Thanksgiving Food Distribution Event, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 9 in the Jackson Auditorium Parking Lot. To receive food, register at www.tlu.edu/ events/guadalupe-county-mobile-food-pantry. Grief Share® Surviving the Holidays Seminar The Faith Lutheran church will hold a Grief Share® “Surviving the Holidays” Seminar from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Nov. 11 at 1326 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pastor Dan Cave will lead a discussion that will provide encouragement, support and valuable tools to navigate the season. This is a free event, but registration is required by visiting www. griefshare.org/holidays, or by calling the church at 830-379-7036. Operation Christmas Child Residents in Seguin are collecting school supplies, along with personal care items and fun toys to pack in shoe boxes as part of Operation Christmas Child, a project of Samaritan’s Purse that will deliver them to more than 100 countries. The National Collection week is Monday, Nov. 13 through Monday, Nov. 20. For more information, visit www. samaritanspurse.org/occ. Donate $10 per shoe box online and receive a tracking label to discover its destination. To shop online to match gifts to a child’s specific age and gender, visit www.samaritanspurse.or/buildonline then finish packing the virtual shoe box by adding a photo and personal note of encouragement. Grief Support Group There will be a Grief Support Group from 4 to 5 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month at the Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. For more information call Tamara Berger at 512-557-7185 or email tberger@htohh.com. Chamber After Hours Mixer
Native Plant Society Meeting The Guadalupe Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas will meet beginning with a plant/seed exchange at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 14 at the First Presbyterian Church, located at 1121 E. Walnut St. in Seguin. Parking is in the rear parking lot, enter from N. Moss St. The presenter will be Patty Leslie Pasztor, Author of “Ethnobotany or Native American and Pioneer Uses of our Native Plants.” with. For more information, visit www.npsot.org/wp/guadalupe/. Water Well Educational Meeting / Water Sample Testing There will be a Texas Well Owner Network (TWON) program Educational Meeting from 1 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16 at the Hays County AgriLife Extension office, located at 200 Stillwater Road in Wimberley. If you would like to test your well water, samples are due by 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 15. The cost is $15 and the sample can be submitted at the Guadalupe Extension office, located at 210 E. Live Oak St. in Seguin. After Hours Passport Applications The District Clerk’s Office will be open after hours to accept Passport Applications from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 15 at the Guadalupe County Justice Center, located at 211 W. Court St. in Seguin. Call (830) 3038873 for more information. Holiday Stroll Parade Entry Deadline The Holiday Stroll Parade will be held at 6:30 pm. Thursday, Nov. 30 in downtown Seguin. Entries are free and the deadline to enter is Thursday, Nov. 16. Entry forms and parade rules can be found online at www.seguintexas.gov/784/Holiday-Stroll-Parade. For details about all the upcoming Holiday Stroll events planned in downtown Seguin, visit www.seguintexas.gov/255/Holiday-Stroll. After Hours Passport Applications The District Clerk’s Office will be open after hours to accept Passport Applications from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16 at the Guadalupe Annex Building, located at 1101 Elbel
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Rd. Schertz. Call (830) 303-8873 for more information. St. June Annual Bake Sale There will be an Annual Bake Sale for St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 17 and from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 18 at the Professional Hair Salon, located at 117 N. Peach St. in Seguin. Food Distribution Event There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. day, Saturday, Nov. 18 at GRMC Hospital, located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com. Illustrated Letters Class The Seguin Art League will offer a Lino Print Workshop from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 18 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Learn to create stunning illustrated letters to celebrate your unique name and interest of those you care for. Draw, paint, color, collage, and invent. The class is limited to 12 adults. The cost is $30 with supplies included. For more information, call 830-305-0472 or visit www. seguinartleague.com. A Service of Thanksgiving at Emanuel’s Lutheran Church The Emanuel’s Lutheran Church will have A Service of Thanksgiving at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 21 at 206 N. Travis St. in Seguin. There will be an opportunity to support the Christian Cupboard with gifts of money and non-perishable food items. For more information, call 830-379-5046 or email info@elcseguin.org. December Youth Pickleball Clinic The City of Seguin Parks and Recreation Department will have a Youth Pickleball Clinic for ages 8 to 10 from 9 to 10 a.m. and ages 11 to 14 from 10:15 to 11:15 on Saturday, Dec. 2 at the Seguin-Saegert Pickleball Complex, located at 418 W. Mountain St. in Seguin. The cost is $5 per youth and all equipment will be provided. The deadline to register is Friday, Dec. 1. Register online at https://web2.myvscloud.com/wbwsc/txseguinwt.wsc/splash.html&nbsp. For more information, call 830-401-2480. Continued on the next page.
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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. Youth Co-Ed Basketball League Registration is underway for the City of Seguin Parks and Recreation Department’s Youth Co-Ed Basketball League. The six-week league includes three age divisions: Grades 1 & 2, Grades 3 & 4 and Grades 5 & 6. All practices and games will be played on Saturdays at a Seguin ISD middle school campus. The league begins January 6. The cost is $55 per youth, which includes a jersey and team photo. The deadline to register is Friday, Dec. 15. To register visit https://web2myvscloud. com/wbwsc/txseguinwt.wsc/splash.html. For more information, call 830-401-2480. 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.
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline available 24 hours a day in English and Spanish.
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.
Volunteer Van Drivers Needed Guadalupe County Veteran Services Office is in great need of volunteer van drivers. Even those who can only commit to one day per month. Volunteers will drive local veterans who have no transportation to their VA medical appointments in San Antonio. To volunteer, call 830-303-4188 ext. 1249. CCSCT Releases Utility Assistance Application for 2023 Applications are available for the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (C.E.A.P.) provided by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs through the CCSCT. The program will help low-income consumers reduce their utility bills. There is also assistance available through the Low Income Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP). For more information visit www.ccsct.org or follow them on the socials at https://linktr.ee/ ccsct_cares. Precious Life Services Precious Life Services is accepting new clients who may need help with Anger Management, Parenting Skills, Christian Counseling, Group and Family Therapy, Anxiety and Depression, etc. Appointments are available in-office, by Zoom or Teleconference by calling 830-372-5980.
Showcase Seguin 2024 Business Expo: Business in Toyland The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Showcase Seguin 2024 Business Expo: Business in Toyland from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 8 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Admission is free and registration is required. For more information, call 830-379-6382.
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.
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Volunteers Needed The Guadalupe Valley Young Marines need volunteers. They promote a healthy, drugfree 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 423-2279610 or visit www.gvyoungmarines.org. La Trinidad Blessing Box - Food Pantry The La Trinidad United Methodist Church invites you to “Take what you need, Bring what you can, and above all be Blessed!” by its Blessing Box Food Pantry located at the corner of the church at 306 E. Gonzales St. in Seguin. The Blessing Box is filled with items to help those in need. The Country Church Attic The Country Church Attic is now open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Wednesday and Thursday. Clothing Ministry The Refuge III Clothing Ministry continues to give away clothing, some furniture, dishes, and other items at 7535 Elm Creek Road in Seguin. For further information call 830-303-6478. Free Bible Course The World Bible School is offering free Bible correspondence courses. Answer questions from the Bible and send in for grading. Visit studygod.info for further information. To ensure non-profit organization’s meetings and events appear in this calendar, send information to: communitycalendar@ kwed1580.com, or drop off the information at the Seguin Daily News/KWED offices located at 609 E. Court St. in Seguin. For best results, submit information at least two weeks prior to the event.
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