Families invited to Country Christmas at Big Red Barn
(Seguin) -- The doors of the Big Red Barn will swing open this weekend for Country Christmas 2024.
The Texas Agricultural Education and & Heritage Center will again be hosting two nights of Christmas festivities throughout the barn and Heritage village.
Board Member Keith Huebinger says volunteers have been working hard to transform the property into the perfect Christmas spot for local families.
“As we call it the a.k.a. The Big Red Barn – the board has been working and the volunteers have been working on this for weeks now as far as getting everything under Christmas lights whether it be the outdoors or all the interior with Christmas trees and lights so again, very much a traditional and very much family themed (event),” said Huebinger.
The Big Red Barn, however, will be more than just a place to visit the lights.
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Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
Holiday Heritage Tour of Homes returns to Seguin this Saturday
(Seguin) --You’re invited inside some of Seguin’s most unique, historic and modern homesteads for a chance to see how others deck the halls for the holidays.
Tickets are now on sale for the 31st Annual Holiday Heritage Tour of Homes being hosted by the Seguin Conservation Society. The Tour of Homes will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. on Saturday.
Now in order to not compete with the many things already on the calendar during the first month
in December, Marty Keil, the president of the Seguin Conservation Society, says the group opted to move the event to this weekend in hopes of giving more folks a chance to visit one if not all eight properties on this year’s tour list.
“We always include one of the sites being our First Church in our Heritage Village. That is the spot for refreshments.
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Library to host Winter Wonderland this Saturday
(Seguin) -- Families are invited to celebrate the season at the Seguin Public Library.
The library this Saturday will host a number of fun activities during its Winter Wonderland.
Library directors say the outdoor event will include a snow machine, holiday music, craft
tables, hot cocoa and just a “joyful atmosphere” to welcome in the season.
The free event is open to all ages and will be held on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
A Chick-fil-a food truck will also be on site with various menu items available for purchase.
The library is located at 313 W. Nolte St.
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
Who will you nominate?
Winner of KWED Christmas Angel contest to take home $500 cash
(Seguin) -- Do you know someone who could use or is deserving of $500 cash this holiday season? Nominations continue to pour in for this year’s KWED Christmas Angel Contest. The deadline for the contest is 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 17.
For years, the annual KWED Christmas Angel letter-writing contest has blessed local individuals and/ or families who have lost, were struggling or who kept pushing forward despite the obstacles in front of them. The idea for the Christmas Angel was to host a contest that best illustrates the true spirit of giving and sharing during the Christmas season.
Although it’s dubbed a “letter writing contest,” it is not based on the writer’s skills but instead on the reasoning behind why a specific individual or family should be awarded the holiday cash.
As part of the contest, the winning letter will be read by those nominating the family or by someone at KWED live on the air just a few days before Christmas. The winning letter and photos of the individual or family will also be printed in the Seguin Daily News holiday edition.
All letters must be handwritten or typed and must be turned into KWED located at 609 E. Court St.
All letters must include the name of the person nominating. It must also include their address, email and phone number. Letters without a name or phone number will not be considered for the contest.
The winning letter will be selected by an anonymous panel of judges not employed at KWED or the Seguin Daily News.
Again, the deadline to submit your nomination for the KWED Christmas Angel Contest is 5 p.m. this Tuesday, Dec. 17
Homes, continued.
But we have the Weinert House, the Mosheim Mansion, the Pedigo’s home which is at 503 S. Austin St. We have two craftsman bungalow styles – one on West Krezdorn and
one on East College and we also have a more colonial traditional style down in the 900 block of East College. We also have a farmhouse out on Highway 20, which is an older house. It’s been there for many decades and refurbished so it’s a great
opportunity to see what can be done with houses from the 1800s, kind of with a contemporary twist that some people have brought into those structures. But they are all decorated for Christmas, so we are excited about that,” said Keil.
Keil says the community is encouraged to stop by each of the properties for a self-guided tour. She says folks won’t be disappointed and might just walk away knowing a little bit more about Seguin’s history.
“At each house, there are docents spread out throughout the house and ticket takers at the entry way just to check off your location. Then you go on into the home and walk through it and are greeted by the conservation society volunteers and homeowners and friends and families of those homeowners,” said Keil.
Pre-sale tickets are $20. Tickets at the door on the day of the event are $25. Tickets can be purchased in advance at Gift & Gourmet, the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce office or at Keepers Interiors.
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Huebinger says every inch of the property, including the Texas Pecan Museum, will be bustling with plenty of family activities.
“In addition to that in the Pecan Museum, we are going to have children’s arts and crafts. There’s going to be all sorts of things for kids to make including Christmas ornaments and other neat decorations they can take home with them. At the same time, we will have a hayride going on. We will have a marshmallow roast. We will have Cowboy Cobbler out in the Village. Other live demonstrations that we are going to have is Blacksmithing, rope maker, Seguin Fiber Guild will be here demonstrating and like I said, the Village will be open. All the museums will be open. Also, let me not forget, Santa is going to be here both nights starting at 6 p.m. HEB Buddy will be here as well,” said Huebinger.
Huebinger says there will also be plenty of live music at this year’s Country Christmas. He says the Ag Center will offer two different music line-ups each night.
“We will have two live choirs on Friday. That’s the Seguin High School Chamber Choir and then the McQueeney Baptist Church Choir and Band. Tom Engler will also be performing along with some of his friends. On Saturday, we’ve got three choirs – the German Choir (New Braunfels Gemischter Choir Harmonie). In addition to that, we’ve got Cross Church from here in Seguin also the First Baptist Church Choir from Seguin,” said Huebinger.
Also performing in the Main Hall on Friday will be Kirk Herbold & Friends followed by The Brushy Creek Boys on Saturday.
Huebinger says the Big Red Barn has worked hard to make the event affordable and encourages families to come out and share in the holiday spirit.
“If they need tickets, everything will be at the door. Now, here’s the great
thing. Again, we are very much focused on Christmas and family and so because of that, 25 bucks will get the entire family in. That’s mom, dad and any number of children for 25 bucks. Outside of that, 10 bucks for adults. So, it’s what we consider a really great deal. We prefer check or cash, but we will have credit card available as needed,” said Huebinger.
Also scheduled at this year’s event is a live nativity scene being hosted by Faith Lutheran Church. The live nativity scene, however, will only be available on Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m.
This year’s Country Christmas will be held Friday, Dec. 13 and Saturday, Dec. 14 from 5 to 8 p.m. The Big Red Barn is located at 390 Cordova Road.
Dear Santa,
All I want for Christmas is...
Trio of Bulldogs Earn D3football.com All-Region Honors
SEGUIN, Texas -- Texas Lutheran senior Cameron Welch (New Braunfels/Canyon) and sophomores Troy Tomaselli (San Antonio/ Cornerstone Christian) and Ian Wollard (Round Rock/Cedar Ridge) have been named All-Region III in balloting by Region 3 sports information directors and D3football.com staff. The Bulldogs trio were chosen from 195 nominations by full Division III member schools.
NCAA Division III realigned Division III football into six regions in 2021. Region 3 includes the American Southwest Conference, the Old Dominion Athletic Conference, the Southern Athletic Association, the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference and the USA South Athletic Conference.
Welch was named First Team All-Region while Tomaselli and Wollard were named Second and Third Team respectively. The All-Region honors are a first for all three Bulldogs. Players nominated for All-
Region are eligible to be considered for D3football. com All-America honors, which will be announced Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025.
Welch was amongst the best punters in DivisionIII in 2024. The New Braunfels native finished the season in Division-III with an average of 44.9 yards per punt. With the mark, Welch broke the previous Texas Lutheran program record of 43.0 yards held by Harold Anderson since 1962 and matched the SCAC’s all-time single season mark of 44.9 yards per kick set by Bob Burwell of Rose-Hulman in 1978. Welch ends his collegiate career with a punting average of 40.8 yards, a new program record. The senior, who was a two-time SCAC Special Teams Player-of-the-Week during the 2024 season, placed 14 of his 41 punts inside the 20-yard line with just two touchbacks all season.
Tomaselli was one of the top defensive players in the SCAC, finishing as a finalist for SCAC Defensive Player of the Year and earning First Team All-SCAC
honors. The San Antonio native finished the season with 59 tackles, a career-high four interceptions, and five pass breakups in 11 games. Tomaselli finished fifth in the SCAC in tackles.
Wollard was a key member of a TLU offensive line that led the way for a Texas Lutheran offense that finished 25th in the nation in rushing offense, averaging 202 yards per game on the ground. Wollard graded out at 85% at the tackle position for the Bulldogs as rushed for over 2000 yards for just the fourth time since becoming a Division-III institution, finishing the season with 2,222 yards rushing.
For more information on Texas Lutheran football, follow the Bulldogs on X (Twitter) and Instagram (@ TLU_Football) 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 @ tlubulldogs on Facebook).
Bryce Hayes - TLU Sports Information & Sports Marketing
VITAL STATISTICS
Landvatter
Roderick “Ric” Jon Landvatter, age 73, was born January 31, 1951, to William (Bill) and Doris Wigren Landvatter in Redmond, Washington. He passed to his eternal home on December 10, 2024. Ric was the third of four children. Faith Lutheran in Redmond was the family’s church where he began his journey to having a relationship with Jesus Christ.
Surrounded by grandparents, parents, siblings, aunts, uncles and cousins, he was raised in a loving and close-knit family. Ric graduated from Redmond High School in 1969, and attended Pacific Lutheran University. Ric was blessed with the birth of his two sons, Roderick and Matthew. Experiencing such great love for his sons is but a drop in the bucket when it came to the love God has for us. Ric proudly served his country for six years in the United States Air Force.
Ric’s life could be divided into two phases—the one before the cancer diagnosis and the one after. In 2006, Ric was diagnosed with a very fastgrowing prostate cancer. Ric drove to his church and wrestled with God over the news of the diagnosis. What came out of that battle changed the rest of Ric’s life. He gave it over to God and decided to trust the outcome to the One who gave him life and now held his life in HIS hands. The peace that came over him stayed with him through all the trials yet to come. The first oncology doctor Ric met with gave him a prognosis of 6 months. That was 18 years ago. God had other plans for Ric.
The most amazing gift in the life after cancer diagnosis was finding the love of his life, Diana, who loved the Lord as much as Ric did. As their relationship grew, they made many wonderful memories together. Many centered around their love of travel. They enjoyed attending the 2009 Tour de France as well as following it on tv. They took many cruises
Klein
Alice Zunker Klein, age 89 of Marion, passed away on December 8, 2024. Alice was born on December 1, 1935, in Bexar County, Texas, to Lena F. Krueger and Oscar Andrew Zunker.
Alice exemplified the embodiment of a mother’s true love. She was the nurturing heart of her family, extending love and kindness to everyone she encountered in her wonderful life. She was a mother and grandmother to all her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and even the occasional extended family friends. She enjoyed many things; dancing, bingo, casino trips, and her farm life, but raising and caring for all of her “babies” was the true passion of her life. Words cannot describe how much she will be missed by all.
and loved camping with their San Antonio Road Runners RV club. Last Christmas found them in Guadalupe in the Southern Caribbean.
Two gifts God gave Ric were the ability to sing and a love for people. Ric got the most joy when using those gifts. He often sang at church or in musicals and thoroughly enjoyed directing a choir. For several years he was a part of Kairos Prison Ministry that helped many in prison find freedom through a relationship with Jesus. Ric also became a volunteer hospital chaplain where he could encourage others with the love of Jesus. Ric often spoke of feeling the closest to God when he was serving him. Ric never missed an opportunity to share his love of Jesus or Jesus’ love for the one he was talking with. Ric’s mission was to pray for the concerns of others.
Ric is survived by his wife Diana, children Rick and wife Erin Landvatter, Matthew and wife Wendy Landvatter, Adam and wife Nicole Strom, Sara and wife Vanessa Strom, his grandchildren Moira, James and Isaiah, and his siblings, Cathy, Gary and Jeff along with many nephews and nieces.
A memorial service celebrating Ric’s life will be held on Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. at First Baptist Church, Seguin, with the Reverend Jim Craver and the Reverend Dr. Brice Mandaville officiating, including military honors provided by the United States Air Force. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall. For those who desire the services may be livestreamed at https://vimeo.com/event/4785421.
Serving as honorary pallbearers are Jesse Atzger, Melvin Boelter, John Fisher, Don Lippe, Jerry Mycue, Cy Norris, Clyde Schuman, and Billy Smith.
Private interment will be held at a later date at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Kairos Prison Ministry, Kairos of Texas/Connally, P. O. Box 2982, Fredericksburg, Texas, 78624 or to Guadalupe Regional Hospice Services, 1215 E. Court St., Seguin, Texas, 78155.
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.
Alice is preceded in death by loving husband of 67 years Friedrich “Fritz” Klein, and her parents.
Survivors include her son, John A. Klein and wife Kristen; daughter, Deanna Klein Cotter and husband Gregg Sietsma; grandchildren, John Klein, Jr. and wife Nicole, Erika Ristow and fiancé Stephen Morgan, Amber Cotter and partner Dustin Jones, Neil Klein and Matthew Klein; great-grandchildren, Addison, Karson, Hailey, Elizabeth, Leo, Jaxon and Jayden; niece, Dr. Naomi Low; other loving family members and friends. Visitation will begin on Friday, December 13, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel followed by funeral services at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. Tom Jones officiating. Interment will follow at Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park. Serving as pallbearers will be John Klein, John Klein Jr., Neil Klein, Matthew Klein, Stephen Morgan, and Gregg Sietsma. Memorial contributions may be made to charity of choice.
A special thank you to her hospice friends which provided her such good care.
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.
Dengue Fever Soaring In Central And Southern America
(Undated) -- Cases of dengue fever are soaring in central and southern America. The Pan American Health Organization says they have tripled to a record high this year with more than 12 million cases documented and more than 77-hundred deaths. Columbia, Argentina and Brazil are among the places that have gotten hid hardest by the mosquito-borne virus. There are vaccinations available in some of the countries.
New Research Shows Vaping Quit Program Successful
(Undated) -- There’s new research highlighting an effective way to quit vaping. Data in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine shows about half of 18 to 24 year olds were able to quite vaping three months after going through a quit program. It involves a health app, nicotine replacement therapy and coaching over the phone. The program involved 500 young adults, of which most vaped daily before going through the program. The U.S. Surgeon General declared e-cigarette use an epidemic in 2016, with vaping leading to nicotine addiction.
Doctor Gives Advice On Dangerous Toys
(Undated) -- A doctor is giving advice on what toys to avoid for young children for safety reasons this holiday season. December is National Safe Toys and Gifts Month. Adam Keating, a pediatrician for the Cleveland Clinic says any part of a toy can fit through a toilet paper roll, is a choking hazard for children under the age of three. Toys with magnets and button batteries are a concern as well because a child can swallow them. He says children should avoid playing with toys with sharp edges and anyone buying an electric scooter for their children should buy a helmet along with it. More than 150-thousand children under 12 were treated at the ER this past year for toy-related injuries.
Poll: Most Americans Believe Health Care Is Government’s Responsibility
(Washington, DC) -- The number of Americans who believe health care coverage is the federal government’s responsibility is rising. A Gallup poll released Monday found 62-percent of Americans think the federal government is responsible for ensure everyone has coverage. That’s the highest mark in more than a decade. In 2013, a record low of 42-percent of Americans felt that way. It reached its peak in 2006 at 69-percent.
Jury Cancellation
Jury Selection for District Court on Monday, December 16th at 9AM in Central Jury Room #109 1st Floor @ 211 W. Court St. Has been cancelled. You do not need to appear. Please disregard your jury summons.
Toy Giveaway
The Refuge III Church will host a Free Toy Giveaway from 10AM to Noon and 5PM to 7PM on Friday, December 13th at Refuge III Church. Located @ 7535 Elm Creek Rd. Please contact Pastor Leonard or Sister Shirley Fennell for further information @ (830) 3037478 or (210) 827-1605.
Sip n Stroll
The Seguin Young Professionals will participate in the 14th Annual Sip n’ Stroll in Downtown Seguin hosted by the Downtown Business Alliance. Please stop by for your coca and learn more about our Young Professionals! The Sip n Stroll will take place December 13, 2024 in downtown. The group will set up at 200 N. Austin Street in front of First United Bank.
Unwind Your Drawing Class
The Seguin Art League will host an “Unwind Your Drawing” art class on December 13 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Seguin Art League, 104 S. Austin. Slow down, relax, observe, and practice your drawing skills in this class for all skill levels. This session will include a lesson on linear perspective and drawing an object, and a street scene in a bird’s eye or worm’s eye view. Age requirement is 18 and older. $20. Bring your sketchbook.
THE K-9 DREAM A DOG’S DREAM COME TRUE
The Seguin Chamber of Commerce will host a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 10 A.M. on Tuesday, December 10th, @ 100 Schneider RD Unit F. in Seguin.
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS NETWORKING w/SCOC
The Seguin Chamber of Commerce will host a Business After-Hours Networking event from 5-7 PM Thursday, December 12th, held at A-1 Tri County Plumbing Inc. 384 Partnership Rd. Seguin. Make sure to bring your Chamber Membership Card for entry! Shake hands with the mystery guest for a chance to win a $25 gift certificate!
EL RANCHITO RIBBON CUTTING
The Seguin Chamber of Commerce will host a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 10 A.M. Thursday, December 12th @ 921 S. HWY 123 Bypass, Seguin, Texas.
Guadalupe County Republican Women Meeting
On Friday, December 13th, 2024, the Guadalupe County Republican Women will host a luncheon with Chris Byrd as their main speaker. The luncheon/meeting will be held at the Seguin Silver Center at 510 East Court Street, Seguin. Social hour starts at 11:00 AM with a cash bar. Seated lunch at 11:30 AM. Cost for lunch is $20.00. Please make reservations with Glenda Partain by calling or texting 830.391.3979 or emailing silvercenter@sbcglobal.net. The program is
free but lunch requires a reservation. Payment by cash or check. Please join us for a timely and informative program. More information is available at https://www. guadalupe-county-rw.com/.
Christmas Service at Crossroads Church
Crossroads Church invites you to Bring your family to their Christmas Service as they worship through singing and hear an amazing sermon celebrating this special holiday at 9 a.m., 10 a.m., or 11:15 a.m. on Sunday, December 22nd.
Candlelight service at central park
Crossroads Church will be hosting their Annual Candlelight Service from 6:00PM-7:00PM at Central Park! They invite the city to come and celebrate the birth of Christ through scripture readings and songs. They will also have a short devotion with Pastor Marcus Avalos and a call to pray for our city.
Agave Coffee
The Seguin Chamber of Commerce will host a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Agave Coffee at 10 AM on Tuesday, December 17th, at 109 S. Crockett ST.
Serenity Boutique
The Seguin Chamber of Commerce will host a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Serenity Boutique at 11 AM Thursday, December 19th at 837 E. Court St.
Christmas Market
Immanuel Lutheran Church will host its 9th annual Christmas Market from 9 AM- 2 PM Rain or shine, at 310 Seguin Street in La Vernia. There will be Breakfast Tacos, Cheesy Potato Soup, Wassail & More. Visit the country store for fresh baked and candied goods. There will also be Christmas pictures in front of the church, face painting & balloon animals for the kids. Outdoor vendor spaces are still available! For more information, contact LCWOFChristmasMarket@Gmail. com or call (830)-688-1810.
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 at various locations on the TLU campus and in the Seguin community. TLU is accepting cash or check donations only for Operation Blue Santa.
Wesley-Harper UMC Fashion Fusion 2024
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.
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.
GCCWB Ugly Sweater Dinner Party
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.
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 officeat 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
Public Service Award Nominations
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 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.
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January
Membership Luncheon
The Seguin Chamber of Commerce will host a Membership Luncheon Sponsored by Rapid Urgent Care on Wednesday, January 8th. Check in and Networking will be held from 11:30AM
First Friday Feast
The Geronimo Lions Club will host their First Friday Feast from 5:30 - 7:30 PM or until they run out @ The Red Bar on 390 Cordova Rd. There will be $20 Steak or Fish Dinner with sides and a drink. This event is benefiting local non-profits. Happy New Year from the Geronimo Lions.
February
Chamber 2025 Showcase Seguin: Wild West Business Round-Up
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its 2025 Showcase Seguin Wild West Business Round-Up from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13 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 325-9561155.
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.
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.
