TLU Artist Emily Gaffney is Ready to Fly
Special by Tracy Donley, TLU communications
(Seguin) -- A solo art installation isn’t a bad way to wrap up your undergrad career. But it takes a lot of hard work and even more courage.
Senior Texas Lutheran University art major Emily Gaffney has managed both—and her show, entitled “Fashion Framework,” opens at the university’s Annetta Kraushaar Gallery on Friday, April 4, with a reception from 5 to 6 p.m.
The subject matter is inspired.
“This show is a collection of artworks depicting skeletons in American women’s fashion from different decades. It includes six artworks showing the different mediums I have learned while at TLU,” says Gaffney, whose goal is to capture the viewer’s attention with the contrasting imagery of skeletons and feminine clothing. “The skeletons are all stylized, so
each one is unique to the others. I want each artwork to show off who each character is and how she would fit into the decade her clothing represents.”
Gaffney has spent a long time creating the pieces for the show, but she learned a lot along the way.
“There are a few different mediums and techniques I used to create this collection, so I was also learning new skills along with developing already existing skills,”
she says. “The most important part of the process was deciding what decades each skeleton would be dressed in, as well as what scene I would place them in. It was a long process to create just these six pieces and make them look like they belong together, even though they are not all the same medium or size.”
Gaffney graduates this May and plans to keep her artistic momentum rolling by earning her master’s in fine arts, and one day turning the tables to become a college professor here in Texas. She’s already proven that the hard work and courage it’ll take are in the bag.
You can catch the show from April 4 through April 18 and there is no admission charge. The Annetta Kraushaar Gallery is located on campus in the Schuech Fine Arts Center.
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with great music and just be a part of the community and celebrate downtown,” said Kramm.
One of the ways to celebrate downtown during the Moonlight & Roses event is with the presentation of the 2024 Downtown Awards. Kramm says the awards are the city’s way of recognizing the volunteers, businesses, and organizations that have made a lasting impact on downtown during the previous year.
“We are presenting five awards for downtown this year, and they include our Downtowner of the Year which is the business or organization that we feel has had the most significant impact in downtown over the last year. We also have a Volunteer of the Year, Beautification Project of the Year and a Dynamic Downtown Business and Downtown Partner as well. In addition to our presentation of the Downtown Awards, the Seguin Commission on the Arts is partnering with us to present their art awards so we will also have four awards that will be presented to art organizations and businesses as well,” said Kramm.
Although the event is free, Kramm says there will be ways in which to elevate the evening.
He says this includes the purchase of a Picnic Basket for Two for $85. Each basket includes a charcuterie, wine glasses and a picnic blanket. Guests will also have the opportunity to purchase commemorative wine glasses.
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can be reserved in advance at the Seguin Visitor Center located at 200 South Austin Street. Kramm says a limited number of baskets will be available for purchase during the event.
Providing live music for the evening will be the Dirty River Jazz Band. A special raffle will also be held for a chance to win one of the available rose arrangements generously donated by local florists.
Those attending are encouraged to bring their own beverages, lawn chairs, or picnic blankets.
All proceeds raised that evening will go to support downtown beautification efforts.
offers the children the opportunity to speak about the experience only one time rather than multiple times – eliminating the child from being revictimized.
“We provide forensic interviews for law enforcement, child protective services, we provide counseling services free of charge to our kiddos and their caregivers for as long as they need. It’s trauma focused. It’s evidence-based and we are the only provider here in Guadalupe County that is able to do
that, and we have now 18 staff members working at the center. We have grown significantly since I first came to stand at this podium and I’m really proud of the work that my staff does and super thankful of our team, law enforcement, child protective services, prosecutors, medical and mental health professionals,” said Williams.
The run down of events this month was shared with members of the Guadalupe County Commissioners Court. The court on Tuesday proclaimed its support of April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month.
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Seguin’s Caleb Aguilar and Ian Moreno invited to Hawaii Tiki Bowl
(Honolulu, HI) -- Seguin Matador football player Caleb Aguilar announced on social media Wednesday that he has been invited to play in the Hawaii Tiki Bowl to be held in Honolulu in December.
Aguilar played in eight games in his junior season last fall for the Matadors. He registered 25 tackles including two for loss. Aguilar will be joined in Hawaii by teammate Ian Moreno who announced he received an invitation to the bowl game last month.
Moreno was moved from the defensive secondary to the offensive side of the ball due to injuries at the running back position for the Matadors in 2024. Moreno burst onto the scene in the third game of the season when he rushed for 296 yards on 42 carries in Seguin’s 41-37 come-from-behind victory over Brazoswood. The junior finished the season with 1273 yards on 233 carries with eight touchdowns.
The Hawaii Tiki Bowl will be held on December 20th in Honolulu.
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Altenhof
Dorothy Mae Kastner Altenhof, resident of Guadalupe County, passed away March 28, 2025 at the age of 94. Dorothy was born in McDade, Texas on January 8, 1931 to Dora Constance (Rother) and Morris Julius Kastner, Sr.
Dorothy is preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Howard August Altenhof; son, Russell Altenhof; brother, Charlie Klemm (Becky); sisters, Lela Bostic (Willard) and Ivy Ann Cronin and sister-in-law, Lulu Mae Schwab (Vernon).
Survivors include her daughters, Jeanette Barber (Paul) and Shirley Germann (Stephen); grandchildren, David Germann (Katy) and Jamie Altenhof; great-grandchildren, Cora, Rainor, and Opal Germann; brother, Morris Kastner, Jr. (Vernell) and caregiver, Leandra Washington.
Visitation will be Saturday, April 5, 2025 at Emanuel’s Lutheran Church at 9:00 a.m. followed by the funeral service at 10:00 a.m. with Vicar Rudy
MyCue
Jerry Roger MyCue, age 83 of McQueeney, passed away on March 6, 2025. Jerry was born in Seguin, Texas on November 24, 1941 to Arline (Koepsel) and Roger MyCue.
Raised in Seguin, Jerry graduated from Seguin High School Class of 1960. Jerry earned his Bachelor of Industrial Arts and Master of Arts from Southwest Texas State University, and began his teaching career at Kermit High School. In 1967 he and Carol moved back to Seguin where he took over the Industrial Arts Department at Seguin High School and turned it into a first class state recognized program.
In 1972 he was offered a position with the Texas Education Agency, where he took what he accomplished at Seguin High School and was able to spread it to schools all across the state. His true passion while at the Agency was the Industrial Arts Competition, he grew that program to include over 10,000 volunteers, teachers, and students, as they competed with their wood, metal, and drafting projects and various other areas of Industrial Arts. After 21years with T.E.A., Jerry returned to Seguin High School where as he did his time before, he continued to touch and inspire many lives.
After retiring from teaching, Jerry continued to design and draw house
Salazar officiating. Interment will be at the Boecker Cemetery.
Serving as pallbearers will be David Germann, Johnny Klemm, Joe Don Vickers, Mike Brune, John Calentine III, Brandon Garrett and James Germann. Honorary pallbearers will be Randy, Craig and Shawn Stark, Dan Reese, Steve Wolf, Robert Altwein, and First Responders/Volunteer Firefighters of Guadalupe County.
Dorothy was a State 4-H Sewing winner and met her husband on the train to National 4-H Congress in Chicago in 1949. She took pride working alongside her husband building the farm. She was an outstanding conservation homemaker, 4-H Leader, Clear Springs Extension Homemakers member, Guadalupe County Fair volunteer, and Election Poll worker.
Memorial contributions may be made to Guadalupe County 4-H, Memorial/Scholarship Program, 210 East Live Oak Street, Seguin, Texas, 78155; Emanuel’s Lutheran Church, 206 North Travis Street, Seguin, Texas, 78155 or Boecker Cemetery, C/O Peggy Talley, 61 Troell Hollow, Seguin, Texas, 78155.
Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 820-549-5912..
plans for anyone who needed his knowledge and advice. Jerry liked traveling and camping with Carol and their group The Road Runners. Most important was spending time with his grandsons and as of late his great grandchildren, this is when you really saw the sparkle in his eyes, as he read them books and continued to teach as he had done his entire life.
Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, father-in-law, Kurt Schievelbein, his brother Richard “Dickie” MyCue, and brothers-in-law, Jimmie Johnson, G.R. “Bob” Hyatt, III and John Nash, III.
Survivors include his loving wife of 62 years, Carol MyCue; son, Brent MyCue; grandsons, Darren MyCue, Mason MyCue and wife Kylie and Jaxon Mycue; great-grandchildren, Louise MyCue and Lucian MyCue; siblings, Judy Johnson Hyatt, Scotty MyCue and wife Jacque, Merry Douberly and husband Ed, and Teri Nash Even and husband Mark; mother-in-law, Margaret Schievelbein; brothers-in-law, Fernon Schievelbein and wife Julia, and Kurt Schievelbein and wife Debbie; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members and a host of friends.
A memorial service celebrating Jerry’s Life will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. at Cross Church with the Reverend Jim Price and the Reverend Jim Craver officiating. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall.
Memorial contributions may be made to Cross Church, 814 N. Bauer, Seguin, Texas, 78155.
Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 820-549-5912.
Top Bird Flu Experts Fired In FDA Job Cuts
(Washington, DC) -- The top experts at the FDA overseeing the U.S. bird flu response have been fired in the latest federal job cuts. About ten-thousand workers were laid off Tuesday across the Department of Health and Human Services, including about 130 staff members at the FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine, which has played a key role in limiting the spread of the bird flu. Nearly 170-million chickens have either died or been put to death in the U.S. because of the bird flu, which has driven up the price of eggs. In January, a person in Louisiana became the first human to die from the bird flu in the U.S.
Dozens Of Free Measles Vaccine Clinics Close In Texas
(Dallas, TX) -- Dozens of free measles vaccine clinics are closing in Texas. Massive cuts to federal funding have forced health officials to close over 50 different clinics on the front lines of the state’s growing measles outbreak. There are over five-hundred confirmed cases of the disease nationwide, with more than 420 of those in Texas. The director of the Dallas County health department is calling the move “very short-sighted.”
Over 200 Passengers Sick With Norovirus On Cruise Ship
(Undated) -- More than two-hundred passengers are sick with norovirus on a luxury cruise ship. The Cunard Line ship left England and sailed to New York and the Caribbean before returning to the United Kingdom. The CDC says a sweeping norovirus outbreak was reported in late March, and has since infected 241 people onboard.
Senate Passes Bill Allowing Residents To Opt Out Of Required Vaccines
(Bismarck, ND) -- The state Senate is approving a measure that would allow North Dakotans to opt out of required vaccines. If made into law, House Bill 1454 would let someone refuse a vaccine for health, religious, or philosophical reasons. Supporters say the bill is in response to COVID vaccine requirements that have since been reversed by President Trump. Those exempt from the bill include those who work for the Department of Corrections, child care centers and long-term care providers.
April
TLU Percussion Concert
Texas Lutheran University will be hosting the TLU Percussion Concert at 7:00 p.m. on April 2 at Jackson Auditorium. This event is free and open to the public.
Wellness Wednesday: Mountain Biking 101
The Guadalupe Chapter of Master Naturalists is hosting Wellness Wednesday: Mountain Biking 101 at 5:00 p.m. on April 2, 2025, at the Irma Lewis Outdoor Learning Center, 1865 E. Hwy 90, Seguin, TX. This free event is open to the community, with bikes and helmets provided. Participants will learn and practice basic off-road biking skills. Space is limited, and the ability to safely ride a two-wheel bike is required. Registration is required at this link.
Geronimo Lions First Friday Feast to Benefit Guadalupe County Child Advocacy Center
The Geronimo Lions will be hosting the First Friday Feast at 5:30 p.m. on April 4 at 390 Cordova Rd. in Seguin. Guests can enjoy a $20 steak or fish dinner, with service continuing until 7:30 p.m. or while supplies last. Payments can be made by cash, check, or credit card. Proceeds will benefit the Guadalupe County Child Advocacy Center, and entertainment will be provided by Kade Isakson.
Free Budgeting and Saving Class at New Braunfels Food Bank
The New Braunfels Food Bank will be hosting a free Financial Literacy Class on Budgeting and Saving at 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 5. The class will take place upstairs at 1620 S. Seguin Ave. in New Braunfels. Refreshments will be provided, and attendees who stay until the end will be entered into a raffle for a gift card and San Antonio Spurs swag.
Moonlight & Roses Celebrates Downtown Successes
Seguin Main Street is hosting Moonlight & Roses at 7:00 p.m. on April 4, 2025, at the Memorial Rose Garden in Walnut Springs Park. This free event will feature live jazz music from the Dirty River Jazz Band, complimentary desserts, and the presentation of the 2024 Downtown and Arts Awards. Guests are encouraged to bring their own beverages, lawn chairs, or blankets.
Hermann Sons Life Seguin Lodge to Host Vendor Market
The Hermann Sons Life Seguin Lodge will be hosting a Vendor Market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 5 at the Seguin Lodge Hall, located at 2918 W. Kingsbury St. Doors will open at 7 a.m. for vendor setup. Booth space is available at $30 for indoor spots and $25 for outdoor spots. Food trucks and a bar will be open for
beverages and snacks. For booth information, contact Cheryl Kolbe at 830-660-3714 or Tammy Buetnagel at 830-305-1142.
Hermann Sons Life Seguin Lodge to Host Shoot for Scholarship
The Hermann Sons Life Seguin Lodge will be hosting the Shoot for Scholarship event with registration open from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 5 at Moyesway Shooting Sports, located at 12601 FM 20 in Kingsbury. The main event costs $100 for youth participants and $135 for adults. Side events are $50 for youth and $65 for adults. Youth scholarships will be awarded to the top male and female youth participants, along with one random participant. For sponsorship opportunities, contact Annette Roeker at 830832-0724.
Seguin Parks & Recreation Nature Series: Paint & Plant
Seguin Parks & Recreation is hosting Paint & Plant at 9:00 a.m. on April 5, 2025, at the Irma Lewis Outdoor Learning Center, 1865 E. Hwy 90, Seguin, TX. This interactive workshop is part of the Nature Series and offers participants the opportunity to explore painting and planting techniques. Registration is required at this link.
Guadalupe County Humane Society Garage Sale
The Guadalupe County Humane Society will be hosting a Garage/Rummage Sale at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 5 at Handi-Stop Storage, located behind the liquor store at 2511 N. State Hwy 46. Shoppers will find household items, home décor, Easter décor, men’s tools, yard and garden items, and furniture. Proceeds benefit GCHS operations and its low-cost Spay/Neuter program.
Knights of Columbus 3412 Whole Chicken Sale
The Knights of Columbus Council 3412 will be hosting a Whole Chicken Sale on Sunday, April 6th after the 8:00 AM and 10:15 AM Masses at St. James Parish and the Columbus Club of Seguin. Price will be determined on the day of the sale. For more information, contact Mark Hartmann at (830) 556-1584.
Native Plant Society Monthly Meeting
The Guadalupe Chapter of the Native Plant Society will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at St. John Lutheran Church on FM 465 in Marion, Texas. Presenter Cheryl Hamilton will discuss “Invasive Plants: Stop the Spread, Spread the Word!” Social time begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by the program at 7:00 p.m., with a short business meeting to follow. Meetings are free and open to the public. For more information, visit npsot.org/chapters/guadalupe.
Seguin ISD Pre-K 4 Registration Scheduled for April
The Seguin Independent School District will be hosting Pre-K 4 Registration on April 10–11 for the 2025–26 school year at the Seguin ISD Enrollment Fair. Parents or guardians must bring parent identification, a 2024 1040 tax statement, a government-issued birth certificate for the child, the child’s Social Security card (if available), an up-to-date immunization record, and proof of residency such as a utility bill or lease agreement. For more information, contact the Ball Early Childhood Center at 830-401-1281.
Student Conductor’s Concert
Texas Lutheran University will be hosting the Student Conductor’s Concert at 4:00 p.m. on April 10 at Jackson Auditorium. This event is free and open to the public.
TLU Jazz Band Concert
Texas Lutheran University will be hosting the TLU Jazz Band Concert at 7:00 p.m. on April 10 at Jackson Auditorium. This event is free and open to the public.
Seguin Art League’s Unwind Your Drawing Skills Class
The Seguin Art League will be hosting the Unwind Your Drawing Skills class from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on April 11 at 104 S. Austin, Seguin. This class, open to participants 18 and older, will focus on observing and practicing drawing skills with an emphasis on textures, from smooth to rough. The session will conclude with a setup featuring a furry favorite. The cost is $20, including basic supplies, with a minimum of eight participants required. For more information, call 830-305-0472.
Seguin Parks & Recreation Nature Series: Nature Discovery
Seguin Parks & Recreation is hosting Nature Discovery at 9:00 a.m. on April 12, 2025, at the Irma Lewis Outdoor Learning Center, 1865 E. Hwy 90, Seguin, TX. This hands-on workshop is part of the Nature Series and encourages participants to explore and learn about the natural world. Registration is required at this link.
Geronimo and Alligator Creeks Spring Cleanup
The Geronimo and Alligator Creeks Watershed Partnership will host the Spring Stream Cleanup from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 12. Volunteers can meet at either the Seguin Outdoor Learning Center (1865 E US Highway 90) or Oak Creek Elementary in New Braunfels (3060 Goodwin Ln). Cleanup supplies will be provided, and limited special event t-shirts are available for participants. Free breakfast tacos and coffee will be offered. Registration is open at geronimocreek.org.
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Field of Honor® Plate Sale
Field of Honor® will be hosting a plate sale from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 12, at Cash America Pawn, located at 1111 E Court St. Each plate is $12 and includes half a chicken, cowboy potatoes, beans, and trimmings. Drinks and baked goods will also be available for purchase. Proceeds will support Field of Honor® and its initiatives.
Free Tax Clinic at TLU
Dr. Sally Cook announces that the annual Tax Clinic at Texas Lutheran University is now open. The clinic operates Wednesdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM and Saturdays from 9:00 AM to noon, closing on the weekends surrounding Spring Break and the Wednesday of Spring Break. The final day of service is April 12. Taxpayers must bring their Social Security card, photo ID, all tax forms, and, if filing jointly, their spouse must be present to sign. Dependents claimed must also have Social Security cards. Taxpayers should line up in their cars on Beck Street, where student volunteers will assist. For more information, contact Dr. Sally Cook or Annette at 830-372-6050.
Festival for Life: A Community Celebration
The South Texas Pregnancy Care Center invites you to the Festival for Life on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Columbus Club of Seguin Hall, 1015 S. Austin St., Seguin, TX. Enjoy live music, a burger meal for $10, and a dessert auction at 2:15 PM. Kids’ activities, including a dunking booth, rock wall, photo booth, balloon animals, face painting, and more, are free. Come celebrate life with fun for the whole family!
Panther Palooza Returns to Navarro ISD for a Night of Family Fun
Navarro ISD is hosting the second annual Panther Palooza on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Navarro Intermediate Parking Lot (588 Link Rd, Seguin, TX 78155). In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved indoors.
Dedication of Guadalupe County Historical Marker at Nash Creek Cemetery
The Guadalupe County Historical Commission will hold a dedication ceremony for a Guadalupe County Historical Marker at Nash Creek Cemetery on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. The cemetery, located at 1351 Nash Creek Road, Kingsbury, TX, is recognized for its historical significance in the region.
Greater Second Baptist to Host Family & Friends Day Dedication Event
The Greater Second Baptist Church will be hosting Family & Friends’ Day: Dedication to James Cooper at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 13 at 208 S. Crockett St. in Seguin. Themed “Playbook for
Life: Faith vs Flesh,” the celebration will feature a guest church, Dedicated Baptist Church, led by Pastor F. Burton. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. For more information, contact Pamela Roundtree at (830) 557-2513.
Free Debt Management Class at New Braunfels Food Bank
The New Braunfels Food Bank will be hosting a free Financial Literacy Class on Debt Management at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, April 15. The session will be held upstairs at 1620 S. Seguin Ave. in New Braunfels. Refreshments will be provided, and attendees who stay until the end will be entered into a raffle for a gift card and San Antonio Spurs swag.
Mariachi Oro y Negro
Texas Lutheran University will be hosting Mariachi Oro y Negro at 7:00 p.m. on April 21 at Wupperman Little Theatre. This event is free and open to the public.
Business After-Hours Networking
The Seguin Chamber of Commerce will host a Business After-Hours Networking event from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 24, at the Seguin Chamber Office, located at 116 N. Camp St., Seguin, TX 78155. Sponsored by the Mid-Texas Symphony, this event provides an opportunity for professionals to connect and engage with the local business community. Chamber members are reminded to bring their membership cards for entry.
TLU Bands Prism Concert
Texas Lutheran University will be hosting the TLU Bands Prism Concert at 7:00 p.m. on April 25 at Jackson Auditorium. This event is free and open to the public.
Gabe Galvan Band – April 25
The Silver Center will be hosting Gabe Galvan Band at 7:30 p.m. on April 25th at the Crystal Chandelier Ballroom. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Presale tickets are $10 by calling 830-303-6612. Tickets are $15 at the door.
TLU Bands Present “PRISM 2025: American Visions”
Join Texas Lutheran University Bands for PRISM 2025: American Visions on Friday, April 25, 2025, at 7:00 PM in Jackson Auditorium. This concert will feature a wide variety of selections performed by both large and small ensembles from the TLU School of Music. Admission is free and open to the public. Don’t miss this exciting musical experience!
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 Tex-
as Lutheran University. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony.org or call the box office 830463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
May
16th Annual Cinco de Mayo Pachanga in Seguin
The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) Council 682 is hosting the 16th Annual Cinco de Mayo Pachanga on May 2-3, 2025, in Seguin’s Central Park. The festival runs from 5:00 p.m. to midnight on Friday and noon to midnight on Saturday, celebrating Seguin’s connection to the 1862 Battle of Puebla
Wings & Wheels Fly-In at the Pioneer Flight Museum
The Pioneer Flight Museum is hosting the Wings & Wheels Fly-In from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on May 3, 2025, at 190 Pershing Ln, Kingsbury, TX. This museum fun day will feature a 1909 Blériot XI, along with antique, vintage, and classic aircraft and automobiles, food trucks, vendors, and living history displays. This spring fundraising event welcomes donations at the gate. For more information, visit PioneerFlightMuseum.org or call 830-639-4162.
Seguin’s Small Business Resource Fair
The Seguin Chamber of Commerce, Main Street & CVB, and Seguin Economic Development Corporation are hosting Seguin’s Small Business Resource Fair from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on May 7, 2025, at the Seguin Coliseum, 950 S. Austin St. This free event provides valuable insights and resources for entrepreneurs and small business owners. A luncheon hosted by the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will follow from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., with tickets available for $20.
Wrangler Country
The Silver Center will be hosting Wrangler Country at 7:30 p.m. on May 16th at the Crystal Chandelier Ballroom. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Presale tickets are $10 by calling 830-303-6612. Tickets are $15 at the door.
Your Best Life Festival – Free Health & Wellness Expo
NAMI Guadalupe County is hosting Your Best Life Festival, a free health & wellness expo, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on May 17, 2025, at the Seguin Coliseum, 950 S. Austin St., Seguin, TX. Attendees can explore community resources, insurance options, mental health support, fitness demonstrations, and safety information. Kids can enjoy free activities, including a bounce house and face painting. Giveaways and interactive booths will also be available. For more information, visit NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org/festival.
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COMMUNITY
Guadalupe County Bulk Clean-up Event
Guadalupe County will hold a Bulk Clean-up event on Saturday, May 17, from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Event is free and allows residents to safely dispose of unwanted items, helping to maintain a clean and safe environment. Proof of residency in Guadalupe County is required. The event will be held at the County Road & Bridge Central Yard, 310 IH-10 West. All vehicles must enter from North Austin Street and turn onto North Guadalupe Street, which is 0.5 miles north of IH-10. Visit GuadalupeTX. gov for a list of acceptable items.
Badges, Bikes & Tykes Community Event
The Seguin Police Department and Seguin Fire Department are hosting Badges, Bikes & Tykes from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on May 17, 2025, at Max Starcke Park Large Pavilion. This family-friendly event will feature games, prizes, bike raffles, music, and more. Join local first responders for a fun-filled day promoting bike safety and community engagement.
Gabe Galvan Band
The Silver Center will be hosting Gabe Galvan Band at 7:30 p.m. on May 30th at the Crystal Chandelier Ballroom. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Presale tickets are $10 by calling 830-3036612. Tickets are $15 at the door.
June
2nd Annual Build for Better Bash –
Hosted by Habitat for Humanity of San Antonio & Guadalupe Valley
Habitat for Humanity of San Antonio & Guadalupe Valley invites the community to the 2nd Annual Build for Better Bash on Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Texas Lutheran University – Seguin Hall Parking Lot (1000 W Court St, Seguin, TX 78155). Join us for a community wall build to support local families in need.
20th Annual Seguin Area Youth Leadership Academy (SAYLA)
The Seguin Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 20th Annual Seguin Area Youth Leadership Academy (SAYLA) from June 22-27, 2025. This program is open to Guadalupe County students entering their junior or senior year, providing team-building activities, personal development, daily tours, and community service opportunities. A mandatory overnight stay is required for one night only on June 22, 2025. Applications are available now, with a deadline of March 20, 2025. For more infor-
mation, contact the Seguin Chamber at (830) 379-6382 or cofc@seguinchamber.com.
Seguin High School Strength and Conditioning Camp Begins in June
The Seguin High School Athletic Department will be hosting a free Strength and Conditioning Camp from June 2–26 and July 7–24, running Monday through Thursday. Boys’ high school sessions will be held from 7:00 to 9:00 a.m., girls’ high school sessions from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., and middle school boys and girls will train from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Sessions include skills, weights, and running. For more information, contact Craig Dailey at cdailey@ seguin.k12.tx.us.
Seguin High School Boys Basketball Camp
The Seguin High School Athletic Department will be hosting a Boys Basketball Camp from June 2–5 at Goldie. Camp for grades 1–5 will be held from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m., and grades 6–9 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The cost is $30. For details, contact Guy Nowlin at gnowlin@seguin.k12.tx.us.
Girls Basketball Camp
The Seguin High School Athletic Department will be hosting a Girls Basketball Camp from June 2–5 at the SAC. Camp for grades 1–5 will run from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., and grades 6–9 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. The cost is $30. For more information, contact Veronda Kendall at vkendall@seguin.k12.tx.us.
Volleyball Camp Scheduled at Seguin High School
The Seguin High School Athletic Department will be hosting a Volleyball Camp from June 9–12 at Goldie. Grades 1–5 will meet from 8:00 to 9:30 a.m., grade 9 from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m., and grades 6–8 from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. The cost is $30. For questions, contact Ashley Farris at afarris@seguin.k12. tx.us.
Tennis Camp Offered in June by Seguin High School Athletics
The Seguin High School Athletic Department will be hosting a Tennis Camp from June 9–12 at the SHS Tennis Courts. Camp for grades 1–5 will run from 8:00 to 9:30 a.m., and grades 6–9 from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. The cost is $30. For more information, contact Derek Vera at dvera@seguin.k12.tx.us.
Bimbo
The Silver Center will be hosting Bimbo at 7:30 p.m. on June 13th at the Crystal Chandelier Ballroom. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Presale tickets are $10 by calling 830-303-6612.
Tickets are $15 at the door.
Gabe Galvan Band
The Silver Center will be hosting Gabe Galvan Band at 7:30 p.m. on June 27th at the Crystal Chandelier Ballroom. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Presale tickets are $10 by calling 830-3036612. Tickets are $15 at the door.
July
Bryan Zipp
The Silver Center will be hosting Bryan Zipp at 7:30 p.m. on July 11th at the Crystal Chandelier Ballroom. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Presale tickets are $10 by calling 830-303-6612. Tickets are $15 at the door.
Gabe Galvan Band
The Silver Center will be hosting Gabe Galvan Band at 7:30 p.m. on July 25th at the Crystal Chandelier Ballroom. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Presale tickets are $10 by calling 830-3036612. Tickets are $15 at the door.
August
Gabe Galvan Band
The Silver Center will be hosting Gabe Galvan Band at 7:30 p.m. on August 22nd at the Crystal Chandelier Ballroom. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Presale tickets are $10 by calling 830-303-6612. Tickets are $15 at the door.
September
Bimbo
The Silver Center will be hosting Bimbo at 7:30 p.m. on September 12th at the Crystal Chandelier Ballroom. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Presale tickets are $10 by calling 830-3036612. Tickets are $15 at the door.
Gabe Galvan Band – September 26
The Silver Center will be hosting Gabe Galvan Band at 7:30 p.m. on September 26th at the Crystal Chandelier Ballroom. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Presale tickets are $10 by calling 830-303-6612. Tickets are $15 at the door.
October
The Merles
The Silver Center will be hosting The Merles Band at 7:30 p.m. on October 10th at the Crystal Chandelier Ballroom. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Presale tickets are $10 by calling 830-303-6612. Tickets are $15 at the door.
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Gabe Galvan Band
The Silver Center will be hosting the Gabe Galvan Band at 7:30 p.m. on October 24th at the Crystal Chandelier Ballroom. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Presale tickets are $10 by calling 830-303-6612. Tickets are $15 at the door.
November
Wrangler Country
The Silver Center will be hosting Wrangler Country at 7:30 p.m. on November 14th at the Crystal Chandelier Ballroom. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Presale tickets are $10 by calling 830-303-6612. Tickets are $15 at the door.
No Dance
The Silver Center will not be hosting a dance on November 28th due to the holiday.
December
Byron Zipp
The Silver Center will be hosting Byron Zipp at 7:30 p.m. on December 12th at the Crystal Chandelier Ballroom. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Presale tickets are $10 by calling 830-3036612. Tickets are $15 at the door.
No Dance
The Silver Center will not be hosting a dance on December 26th due to the holiday.
Ongoing Community Calendar Items
Geronimo VFW Dance Schedule – March to May 2025
The Geronimo VFW is hosting weekly dances at 6808 N Hwy 123, Geronimo, TX from 3:00 to 6:30 p.m. on Sundays and select Tuesday and Friday evenings from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. on Sundays, and the kitchen opens at 2:00 p.m.
AARP Tax-Aide Assistance at the Seguin Public Library
The AARP is providing free tax preparation assistance at the Seguin Public Library in the Technology Lab on Fridays and Saturdays from February 1 to April 12, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Assistance is by appointment only—walk-ins will not be accepted. Appointments can be scheduled at www.aarp.org/ money/taxes/aarp_taxaide. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide serves all taxpayers, with a focus on those over 50 or with low to moderate income. For more information, call 210-802-6196 or visit library.seguintexas.gov.
Seguin ISD Students to Provide Free Tax Assistance to the Public Seguin High School students are offering free tax preparation services to eligible taxpayers through the IRS’s Volunteer Income Tax Assis-
tance (VITA) program. These certified students, enrolled in the district’s Career and Technical Education business pathway, have completed IRS-required training in tax law and available tax credits. Assistance is available for individuals and families earning $67,000 or less annually, persons with disabilities, and limited English-speaking taxpayers. Sessions will take place at the Seguin High School Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. through March. To ensure timely tax preparation, attendees should bring photo identification, Social Security or ITIN documents, last year’s tax return, Forms W-2 and 1099, Form 1095-A (if applicable), and proof of bank account details for direct deposit. Married couples filing jointly must attend together. For more information, contact Seguin ISD Communications Director Emily Allen at eallen@seguin. k12.tx.us.
CCSCT Utility Assistance Application for 2024 Applications are available for the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (C.E.A.P.) provided by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs through the CCSCT. The program will help low-income consumers reduce their utility bills. There is also assistance available through the Low Income Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP). For more information visit www.ccsct.org or follow them on the socials at https://linktr.ee/ccsct_cares.
Heritage Museum Calendars
The Heritage Museum is selling 2024 Then and Now Themed Calendars. There is a limited supply and they are available for purchase at the Heritage Museum, Gift & Gourmet, Pecan Town Books and Brews, Parker’s City Pharmacy, and online at www.heritagemuseum.net. All proceeds benefit Museum projects.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline available 24 hours a day in English and Spanish.
Volunteer Van Drivers Needed
Guadalupe County Veteran Services Office is in great need of volunteer van drivers. Even those who can only commit to one day per month. Volunteers will drive local veterans who have no transportation to their VA medical appointments in San Antonio. To volunteer, call 830303-4188 ext. 1249.
Precious Life Services
Precious Life Services is accepting new clients who may need help with Anger Management, Parenting Skills, Christian Counseling, Group and Family Therapy, Anxiety and Depression, etc. Appointments are available in-office, by Zoom or Teleconference by calling 830-372-5980.
Free Accredited Adult Homeschool Program
The Life Changing Church is now offering a Free Accredited Homeschool Program for adults wanting to earn their high school diploma. It is a self-paced, no classes to attend program. You work around your schedule and at the end of the program you will receive an accredited diploma that is acceptable for college. Tutors are available at no charge. Free placement testing, no previous records required. For more information call or text Crystal at 325-956-1155.
Salvation Army Office
The Seguin Unit Salvation Army office is located at 205 North King Street. The office is open to receive requests for assistance weekly from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Volunteers Needed
The Guadalupe Valley Young Marines need volunteers. They promote a healthy, drug-free program and need males, 19 years and up who would like to see the program grow by contributing time to help future citizens, boys and girls 8 to 18. Positions available include computer input, physical fitness training, planning/logistics, and medical. Contact Dina Dillon at 423227-9610 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.
Q:I just bought some herb plants from the Master Gardeners. Do you have growing tips and perhaps information on which herbs do well here?
A: There is a lovely eight page brochure on aggiehorticulture called Herbs for Texas Landscapes. It is listed under their vegetable resources easy gardening series and was written by Joseph Masabni, Ann Wheeler, and Mengmeng Gu. Reading this article reminded me that not only are herbs culinary, they also can be used for their aroma, healing, attracting bees and serving in the landscape. Dried herbs can also be used to repel moths when you are putting away your winter clothes.
The article suggests planting your first herbs in pots so that you can move them around the garden to find out which location is best for your needs. Lovage is a cool weather plant that requires deep shade. Catnip and patchouli are partial shade perennials, although cold may kill the patchouli. Partial sun herbs are lemon thyme, marjoram, oregano, Roman chamomile, and rosemary. Deep shade to bright sun herbs include comfrey, garlic chive, lemon balm, and mint. Parsley likes bright sun to part shade. And chervil, Cuban oregano and valerian can handle bright sun to deep shade.
Good healthy soil is a requirement. Herbs also must have good drainage. The article recommends that you don’t pile mulch up around four inch herbs. Keep the mulch pulled back
so that the plants have good air circulation. Water and fertilize as you do other plants, but do not over fertilize because you get lots of growth but less flavor.
My favorites are the basils, rosemary, bay, dill, and chives. Remember that mint can spread, so best to keep it in a pot.
Doug Welsh in his Texas Garden Almanac adds a culinary hint. He gives a conversion for when you are cooking with fresh herbs rather than dry. One tablespoon of fresh herbs equals one teaspoon of crumbled dry herbs, or one-fourth to one-half teaspoons of ground herbs. Welsh also gives an easy drying method for herbs. He says to place the clean leaves on a paper plate or paper towel, and microwave for one to three minutes, while mixing every 30 seconds.
Q:
When can I move my house plants outside?
A:My plumaria that wintered in the garage are already outside. Welsh suggests a location for your houseplants that has morning sun and afternoon shade (or daylong filtered sunlight). Watch for sunscald. Remember that these plants have been indoors. The plants should be fertilized now, according to Welsh. I usually put out my poinsettia, ficus, anthurium, and the orchids that have finished blooming.
FYI: As always, keep your birdbaths and water containers full. My water lily ponds lose an inch or two of water every day.
