St. James Catholic School on Friday invited families and veteran relatives to its annual Veterans Day Ceremony. This year’s event featured Guest Speaker Todd Nelson, U.S. Army Master Sgt., who in 2007, survived a suicide bomb while in Afghanistan. See more photos on page 4. Photos by Amanda Crow.
(Seguin) – Today’s Guadalupe County Veterans Day ceremony is moving inside. The annual observance always held on Nov. 11, Veterans Day, will be relocating to the Seguin Coliseum. Over the years, the local ceremony which follows the annual parade has been held at Veterans Park located at the corner of Jefferson and Erkel Streets.
However, this years, Marlin Howze, of the Disabled American Veterans Chapter in
Seguin, says veterans’ groups are making the move in hopes of preparing for next year when the community will be welcoming the Vietnam Traveling Wall to Seguin.
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(Seguin) – Guadalupe County is taking this observance of Veterans Day to also celebrate the late anniversary of its Veterans Outreach Center. The center officially opened late last summer at 205 E. Weinert Street. The vision for such a center, which is a one stop shop for veteran services, remains a unique gem not found in many other communities.
Nancy Russell, the Veterans Service Officer for Guadalupe County, says the VOC works daily with veterans ensuring their needs are being met.
“We’ve been open over a year. We have organizations that have housed on a weekly basis that address mental health concerns, homelessness prevention, nutrition and fitness. We also have the TVC (Texas Veterans Commission), DAV (Disabled American Veterans) and social activities,” said Russell.
Russell says the county should be applauded as more and more veterans are finding their way into their doors.
“We have had so many more veterans coming to see us as opposed to before the VOC was ever built. It’s just exponential and I think the biggest accomplishment is the mental health services because that is really something that our local veterans are taking advantage of because it’s so hard to get those appointments through
the VA and they can just come directly and get those services,” said Russell.
Russell says Guadalupe County leads the area in being a military community and expects more and more growth as folks realize the appreciation that this county has for them.
“Guadalupe County has a total of 17,877 veterans in our county and just to give that some perspective, that compares to Comal which has 15, 840 and Hays County has 12,720 and of our 17,877 – 3, 347 are actually activeduty military,” said Russell.
For years, the VOC sat as a blueprint. Now, although the dust collected from time to time, the energy to one day renovate Seguin’s old hospital into this new innovative space never left the hearts of local leaders.
Clearly taking note of that was Commissioner Pct. 1 Greg Seidenberger, a 20-year Air Force veteran.
“Thank you to Judge Kutscher because he was the driving force behind getting the Veterans Outreach Center done. He has been a champion for veterans and although he is not a veteran himself, he might as well be because he has been a champion for our cause and I thank you for your support,” said Seidenberger.
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Although appreciative of his remarks, Kutscher says the VOC has always been the dream child for many. He says it’s also been the result of a team effort and today attributes its success to the small staff who oversee the services being provided to our American heroes.
“I do want to just say quickly thank you very much to Nancy, Dina and Rich – welcome here to Guadalupe County. There’s a very very strong support system for veterans -- not only in Seguin or in Schertz or Cibolo but all over the county. I’m very proud of all the work that is done, and you are looking at the folks that do the majority of that work and we have something very special here because of the people that give so much back to the people that take care of us. So, thank you very much for what you are doing,” said Kutscher.
According to Russell, the small staff that oversees the VOC has a combined total of 45 years of active-duty service – service that all the veterans can relate to when they are receiving support from these individuals.
This Veterans Day, VOC officers encourage local veterans who have not yet stopped by to do so. Not only is the center a location for resources but also serves as a
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He says because the huge replica of the monument will be brought next year to the Smokey Joe Williams Field at the Seguin Events Complex, they wanted to clear all hurdles of a new location while also having a trial run for a new route for its Veterans Day Parade.
“We’ve arranged for it to come to Seguin, and I don’t know if you have ever visited The Vietnam Wall in D.C., It’s massive. Now, this wall is an 80 percent reproduction of that wall, and it also has other elements that pay tribute to the World Wars, Afghanistan, Iraq Wars and all of these others so it’s going to be a major yet. So, for this year, it’s basically a trial run. So, we are coming down Austin Street. Usually, we go from Central Park to Veterans Park,” said Howze.
Meanwhile, Howze says they are excited about the changes this year and hope that folks spread the word. He says leading things off today will be the annual parade, which instead of Central Park, will start at the Veterans Outreach Center located on Weinert Street. From Weinert, the parade will then head south on Austin Street into the Colisuem.
gathering place for veterans to spend their time. Equipped with an outside patio and grilling space, veterans are invited to simply visit for a cup of coffee or to take a trip around a shaded walking trail.
The VOC is open Mondays to Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Veterans Outreach Center can be contacted by calling (830) 303-8870.
“It’s probably going to be our normal size parade which is about 20 units and proceed down Austin Street into the Coliseum and then, we will gather up at 9 a.m. and then the parade starts at 10 a.m. and we will have a rolling roadblock by the Seguin PD going down there,” said Howze.
Following the parade will be the annual ceremony at 11 a.m. inside the Coliseum. Howze says each year, the group welcomes special guests and honors the various groups of veterans in the community. He says by moving the ceremony inside the Coliseum, it also allows for a more comfortable and cooler environment for those in attendance.
Howze says he encourages families to come out and commemorate the holiday and recognize those who have served and those who continue to sacrifice for our freedoms.
“The main thing is we always want to sit there and bring attention to the sacrifices that military personnel give in service to the country everywhere around the world. We are all over the world right now and it’s quite a dream especially with the hardships that these people are having to do
because it is spreading out assets. So, the guys that are in hostile areas are usually there thin and we are just in the mind that people should be appreciative. We are not looking for extraordinary thanks but they should be appreciative of the fact that young men and women are out there putting their lives on the line usually in some pretty dangerous places,” said Howze.
The observance of Veterans Day began earlier last week when the Guadalupe County Commissioners approved green lighting for the county courthouse and the Veterans Outreach Center as part of Operation Green Light for Veterans.
The Navarro ISD along with St. James Catholic School also hosted their own ceremonies and reading of proclamations.
Other salutes to veterans include the city of Marion at 7:30 a.m.; the city of Cibolo/Schertz at 9 a.m. and Walnut Springs Rehab at 1:30 p.m.
Again, the county wide observance begins with the annual parade beginning at 9 a.m. on Weinert, off of Austin Street.. This year’s new route will travel to the Seguin Coliseum followed by the annual Veterans Day ceremony at 11 a.m.
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(San Antonio) -- The Seguin Matadors put up over 500 yards of total offense in a 56-32 playoff tune up victory over the MacArthur Brahmas on Saturday afternoon at Heroes Stadium in San Antonio.
Seguin quarterback Cory Dailey played the first two quarters and accounted for six touchdowns. The junior hit junior running back Ian Moreno for an eight-yard score in the first quarter. Less than three minutes later, Dailey launched a 50-yard strike to wideout Jacob Burns to put the Mats up 14-0 after the first 12 minutes.
The Brahmas would score twice around a Dailey touchdown pass to tight end Lane Seidenberger to close within 20-12. The Mats would respond with a flurry of touchdowns with just over three minutes left in the half.
The touchdown barrage started when Dailey connected with Ayden Avila for a 57-yard TD. Following a fumble recovery by Seguin defensive tackle Hunter Mica on MacArthur’s next possession, Dailey hit Seidenberger for a 14-yard score. Seguin would then recover an onside kick and score again when Dailey took the ball into the endzone on a fourth and goal from the five to stake the Mats to a 40-12 lead at the half.
In one half of work, Dailey went 13 of 21 through the air for 224 yards. Seguin’s quarterback finished the regular season with 33 touchdown passes. The three-year starter has 76 career TD’s. Dailey also surpassed 6000 yards passing in his career on Saturday.
Freshman quarterback Jackson Kirchner replaced Dailey in the second half and completed 7 out of 10 passes for 60 yards in his first action of the season. Running back Devin Hall ran for a pair of touchdowns in the fourth quarter and had his first 100-yard game of the season for Seguin, finishing with 166 yards on 17 carries including a 63-yard TD run late in the game.
Seguin finished fourth in District 13-5A with a 4-3 district record. The Matadors will face District 14-5A champion San Antonio Southwest in the Class 5A Division 1 bi-district playoff next Friday. Seguin will be looking for their first playoff victory in 36 years. The Matadors have gone 0-12 in the postseason since defeating San Antonio Holmes, 34-21 in the bi-district round in 1988.
Seguin and Southwest will play next Friday night at Southwest High School. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. and we’ll have the game on KWED.
The Navarro Panthers and Marion Bulldogs will also compete in the postseason. Navarro will take on Carizzo Springs in the Class 4A Division 2 bi-district round. That game will be held next Friday night at Jourdanton High School. Kickoff will take place at 7:30 p.m.
Marion will play Jourdanton at Floresville High School in the Class 3A Division 1 bi-district playoffs this coming Thursday. The game will kickoff at 7 p.m. on Thursday and we’ll have that game on KWED.
Carla Alejandra Medina Ramirez, age 43 of Seguin, passed away on November 8, 2024.
Visitation will begin on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 7 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church followed by the Recitation of the Holy Rosary at 7:30 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. A reception will follow at the Columbus Club Hall (KC Hall) in Seguin.
Private interment will be held at a later date.
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.
Irene Marie Condel Schaefer, age 76 of Seguin, passed away on November 5, 2024. Irene was born on September 12, 1948 in Shiner, Texas to Josephine (Schleinschok) and Henry Condel.
Irene continued to work in the family insurance business that she started with her husband Adolph in 1978. She was instrumental in building Schaefer Crop Insurance and was still very involved in the daily operations. She had a strong faith in God and was a member of St. James Catholic Church. Irene loved her whole family with a full heart. Her kind words and ability to be there for everyone no matter what they needed will be missed by everyone that knew her. Irene could beat any of us playing Scrabble and she was the one you wanted on your team for Spades. We will miss her cooking, her laugh, her beautiful smile, her advice and especially her hugs. She was the true matriarch of our whole family and set the example of how we should live our lives.
Irene is preceded in death by her loving husband of 51 years, Adolph L. Schaefer, Jr., her parents, and her brothers, Jimmy Condel and Henry Condel and brother-in-law, Damon Schaefer.
Survivors include her daughter, Yvonne Lopez and husband Noel; sons, Craig Schaefer and wife Nichole, and Derek Schaefer; grandchildren, Tyler Behlen and wife Brooke, Brandi Surman and husband Jeff, and Stephanie Schaefer and fiancé Seth Lawler; great-grandchildren, Ty, Trigger, Tinsley and Timber Behlen; sisters, Diana Johnston and husband Dusty, Rose
Roecker and husband Albert, and Patsy Fitzimmons; brothers, Johnny Condel and wife Theresa and Alvin Condel and wife Becky; sisters-in-law, Bonnie Condel, Bobbie Condel, Patsy Boehm and husband Bobby, and Janie Boehm and husband Waldo; brothers-in-law, Randy Schaefer and wife Mimi, Donnie Schaefer and wife Gayle, and Mike Schaefer; several aunts, uncles, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins, other loving family members and many friends.
Visitation will be held on Monday, November 11, 2024 at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel at 5 p.m. followed by the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 6 p.m. with Reverend Gregory J. Nevlud officiating. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 306 Ave. F, Shiner, Texas with Rev. Msgr. Dennis Darilek officiating. Interment will follow in the Shiner Catholic Cemetery. A reception will follow.
Serving as pallbearers will be Cole McDonald, Donnie Alsobrooks, Dennis Hausler, Reid Schaefer, Ross Roecker, Jason Condel and Clay Baker.
We, the family, would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Dr James Rider for going above and beyond for so many years and Amanda with GRMC Hospice for helping us get through these last weeks.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. James Catholic Church, 510 S. Camp St., Seguin, Texas, 78155 or to Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 306 Ave. F., Shiner, Texas, 77984.
You are invited to sign the guest book at www.tresehewell.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
(New York, NY) -- Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s role in the Trump administration has people in the healthcare space questioning what is next. It’s unclear what his role within the Trump administration will be, but White House transition officials have pointed to a “health czar” position that would not need Senate confirmation. Top governance roles, like FDA commissioner, require Senate confirmation with some experts saying this could be a hurdle for Kennedy, an outspoken anti-vaxxer. Kennedy recently accused the FDA on X of “aggressive suppression of psychedelics, peptides, stem cells, ivermectin, vitamins, clean foods, sunshine, exercise and anything else that advances human health and can’t be patented by Pharma.”
(Tours, France) -- A new study suggests that feeling more sleepy during the day as you get older could mean you’re at higher risk for developing dementia. In the study published Wednesday, over 35 percent of those who experienced daytime sleepiness developed a cognitive risk syndrome that could lead to dementia. The syndrome often results in a slow walking speed and memory loss. The French authors of the study said, “Establishing the relationship between sleep dysfunction” and cognitive risk “is important because early intervention may offer the best hope for preventing dementia.”
(Boston, MA) -- Governor Maura Healey is pledging to make protecting women’s rights a priority with Donald Trump returning to the White House. Healey says Massachusetts will always be a place where they will stand up for people’s rights and freedoms. She says it will also continue to be a place where women have control over their own health care decisions, including reproductive rights.
(St. Louis, MO) -- Planned Parenthood is filing a lawsuit to restore abortion access in Missouri. KMOV reports the lawsuit was filed by Comprehensive Health of Planned Parenthood Great Plains and Planned Parenthood Great Rivers in an effort to block several Missouri laws the filers claim are now in conflict with the state constitution. The lawsuit comes after Missouri voters approved Amendment Three, which restores abortion rights in the state and ends the state’s abortion ban.
Texas Lutheran University is having an Operation Blue Santa Christmas Toy Drive in partnership with KWED’s annual Holiday Food and Toy Drive until Friday, Dec. 6. Donated new, unwrapped toys, crafts, books, and games suitable for ages 0 to 18 to various collection points on the TLU campus or in the Seguin community. TLU will also accept cash or check only for Operation Blue Santa. Make checks payable to the Seguin Police Department Blue Santa Program and mail to Texas Lutheran University, Attn: Ali Bratcher, 1000 W. Court St. Seguin, TX 78155 or dropped them off at the First Year Experience & Student Engagement Center at TLU.
The Seguin Municipal Court will run its first ever Case Reduction Campaign through Sunday, Dec. 15. During the campaign, the court will consider reducing fines owned and possibly establish payment plans, community service or other alternatives for those who may not be able to pay. Individuals with an active outstanding warrant issued out of the Seguin Municipal Court are encouraged to appear in person from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at 660 S. State Hwy. 46 in Seguin or call 830-401-2325 to discuss their cases.
The Seguin Economic Development Corporation (Seguin EDC), New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce, Schertz Economic Development Corporation (Schertz EDC), and Cibolo Economic Development Corporation (CEDC), will host a Building the Future: Skilled Trades and Tech Job Fair from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7 at the New Braunfels Food Bank, located at 1620 S. Seguin Ave in New Braunfels. Job seekers are encouraged to come prepared with resumes, dress professionally, and be ready to interview with potential employers. For more information, follow the sponsoring entities on social media.
Lutheran Cemetery Historical Marker Dedication
The Guadalupe County Historical Commission will dedicate a Guadalupe County Historical Marker at the Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery, located on the Lower Seguin Road in Marion at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9.
The Kingdom Rescue will have its Barks & Brews Fundraiser from noon to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9 at the historic K. Spoetzl Brewery and Distillery in Shiner during Verans Day weekend. There will be face painting, pet costume contest, pet parade, pet photography, $5 microchips, silent raffle, vendor shopping, and pet adoptions and pet and veteran blessing including a performance of the National Anthem by Maddie Dawn Music. Entry is free and leashed pets are welcome.
Understanding Emotional Triggers Small Group Workshop
The Harper Ministries International will offer an Understanding Emotional Triggers Small Group Workshop from 10 a.m. to noon or 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9 at the Seguin Public Library, 1st Floor Conference Room. To register, visit www.harperministries.org.
Seguin’s
The Seguin Commission on the Arts will have its Seguin’s Art & Wine Walk fundraiser from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9 in downtown Seguin. There will be wine tastings, live music, art shows, and more. General admission is $40, Veterans are $30 (available exclusively at the Seguin Visitor Center). This is a 21+ event. Tickets are available through Eventbrite or at the Seguin Visitor Center, located at 200 S. Austin Street in Seguin.
Seguin Elks Lodge Veterans Thanksgiving Luncheon
The Seguin Elks Lodge will have a Thankful For Our Veterans Thanksgiving Luncheon at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 10 at 1331 CH Mathies Jr. in Seguin. Veterans and their families are welcome. For more information and to register, call Kristine at 830-556-4641.
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. Come celebrate the 248th Birthday of The US Marine Corps. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
City of Seguin Offices/Seguin Public Library Closure
The City of Seguin Non-Emergency offices and the Seguin Public Library will be closed Monday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day. Garbage and recycling routes will be collected as normal.
Guadalupe Appraisal District Closure
The Guadalupe Appraisal District will be closed Monday, Nov. 11 and will re-open at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 12.
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.
Guadalupe County Jury Cancellation
The Guadalupe County Jury Pool scheduled at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 12 has been canceled.
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.
Native Plant Society
The Guadalupe Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas will have its Monthly Meeting beginning with a plant/seed exchange and social at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 12 at the First Presbyterian Church, located at 1121 E. Walnut St. in Texas. Parking is in the rear, enter from N. Moss St. The program will be Karen Husum Clary, Ph. D., visa Zoom discussing Yuccas, Agaves, Sotols—What’s the Difference? For more information, visit http://npsot.org/chapters/guadalupe/.
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.
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Business After-Hours Networking event from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 14 at GRMC (Central Entrance), located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin.
There will be a NARFE Chapter 0672 Meeting at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 15 at the 710 Activity Center, located at 710 Landa St. in New Braunfels. The program will an Open Season Health Fair. For more information, call 210-215-2352 or email tjvital@gmail. com, or visit www.narfe.org/site/chapter672.
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.
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.
The Seguin Fire Alumni and the Seguin Police Alumni will have its first ever Lights and Sirens 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.
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Steven Garcia Jr Memorial Car Show
There will be a Steven Garcia Jr Memorial Car Show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday. Nov. 17 at the Fiesta Ballroom, located at 735 Interstate Hwy 10. Check-in is at 9:15 a.m. and registration is $20 the day of the event. Early registration is available by calling 830-305-6052 or emailing stefanitrevino22@ gmail.com. All proceeds benefit a scholarship for a SHS welding student.
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 830272-0040, 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, 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.
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.
The Comal Country Music Show will be held from 7:30 to 10 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 19 at the Columbus Club Hall, located at 111 Landa St. in New Braunfels. The featured guests performers will be Monte Good and Terry Lyne Moore. The doors open at 6 p.m. with an $8 cover charge. All proceeds benefit charities.
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 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.
Beginning Watercolor with Cat
The Seguin Art League will offer Beginning Watercolor with Cat from 1 to 3 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 21 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The cost is $35 with supplies included. The class is for ages 18 and older. This introduction to watercolor will include color theory, use of the color wheel, the correct watercolor brush and usage, description and types of watercolor paper, and how to control washes. Students will be working on a simple impressionistic landscape. For more information, call 830-305-0472.
Seguin Art League Drawing Skills Class
The Seguin Art League will offer a Drawing Skills Class from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 22 at 104 S. Austin in Seguin. This class is for all skill levels ages 18 and older and will focus on different drawing techniques and subjects each week. You will begin with a guided activity, then will continue on structured lessons or your own drawing projects. The cost is $20 with basic supplies included. For more information call 830-305-0472.
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.
The Table Seguin Free Meal
The Table Seguin offers a free meal from 4 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 24 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. There will be food, fellowship, and activities for children. For more information, visit www.Thetableseguin.com.
The Guadalupe Appraisal District will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 28 and Friday, Nov. 29. The office will re-open at 8 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 2.
Christmas Toy Assistance Program
The Precious Life Suicide Prevention will offer its Christmas Toy Assistance Program for Comal and
Guadalupe Counties until Saturday, Nov. 30. No registrations will be accepted via phone, email the parents full name, full name of each child, age and gender of each child, full address including zip, and phone number, and any assistance currently receiving to registerforchristmas@gmail.com. Registration will close once max number of participants is reached.
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.
TLU’s Operation Blue Santa
Texas Lutheran University is partnering with KWED for an Operation Blue Santa Christmas Toy Drive until Friday, Dec. 6. New, unwrapped toys crafts, books and games suitable for ages 0 to 18 are being collected a various locations on the TLU campus and in the Seguin community. TLU is accepting cash or check donations only for Operation Blue Santa.
The Wesley-Harper UMC will present its Fashion Fusion 2024 at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 7 at the Seguin Events Complex, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Tickets are $25 pre-sale or $30 at the door and are available from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Thursday at the church, located at 754 W. Court St. in Seguin or at Serenity Boutique, located at 837 E. Court St. in Seguin. For more information and tickets call 210-669-3404 or 210-857-4752.
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.
The Guadalupe County Child Welfare Board (GCCWB) will have its Ugly Sweater Dinner Party at 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13 at the Stephen and Mary Birch Texas Theatre, located at 425 N. Austin St. in Seguin. There will be a silent auction, live entertainment with Magician, Carlos David, dinner, and an Ugly Sweater Contest. Tickets are available at www.gccwb.org/ event-details/5th-annual-ugly-sweater-dinner-party.
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.
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The GVEC’s Public Service Award (PSA) acknowledges deserving individuals and organizations who consistently make a positive impact on their community. Nominations for the GVEC 2025 Individual or Organization PSA are being accepted until Monday, Dec. 16 at www.gvec.org/psa.
Seguin Art League Creating Fabric Designs Class
The Seguin Art League will offer a Creating Fabric Designs Class from 1 to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 18 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Participants will learn to use block print techniques to create their own unique fabric. A reusable block will be carved using custom colors that you create. The class is for adults and the cost is $35 with supplies included. For more information call 830-305-0472.
Seguin Art League Beginning Drawing Class
The Seguin Art League will offer a Beginning Drawing Class, for ages 9 to 13, from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 21 at the Seguin Art League, located at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The class will cover basic skills and lead up to drawing in 3D, and finish with a still life drawing. The cost is $35 with supplies included. Participants can also bring their own supplies. There is a minimum of 5 students and a maximum of 10. For more information, call 830-305-0472.
Chamber 2025 Showcase Seguin: Wild West Business Round-Up
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its 2025 Showcase Seguin Wild West Business RoundUp from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 23 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Registration is required for all attendees. Register by Friday, Jan. 31 to avoid a $5 entry fee. For more information, call 830-379-6382.
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 830-303-4188 ext. 1249.
Precious Life Services
Precious Life Services is accepting new clients who may need help with Anger Management, Parenting Skills, Christian Counseling, Group and Family Therapy, Anxiety and Depression, etc. Appointments are available in-office, by Zoom or Teleconference by calling 830-372-5980.
Free Accredited Adult Homeschool Program
The Life Changing Church is now offering a Free Accredited Homeschool Program for adults wanting to earn their high school diploma. It is a 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.
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.
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.
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 is now open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Wednesday and Thursday.
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.
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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