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Dinner, show offered at this year’s MLK Banquet Darren Dunn

(Seguin) -- The ticket deadline is rapidly approaching for this year’s Martin Luther King Jr. Annual Banquet.

The banquet is the only paid event in this year’s five-day MLK celebration in Seguin. The events are all hosted by the Seguin MLK Day Planning Committee, and the banquet is said to feature a night of great food and entertainment.

MLK Committee member Herman Lampkin says they are excited about Saturday night’s lineup.

“We’re going to start out with the social event. As they come in, they kind of mingle with the people that you know and even some that you don’t know,” said Lampkin. “Then after that, 1838 (Grill) is going to be serving the food, and we’re going to eat. After we get everybody seated, then we will have a play (performed) by the Divas of Eastwood.”

The performance by the Divas of Eastwood will be more than just a theatrical production.

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The group, from San Antonio, has been performing for years now -- offering a blend of theater, music and poetry.

Divas of Eastwood Co-Founder Danielle King says their first show started with a salute to a big part of the AfricanAmerican arts scene, which existed prior to the wide availability of performance spaces to black performers.

“The Divas of Eastwood was formed when the Renaissance Guild, which was San Antonio’s premiere black theater company at the time, did a production about the Chitlin’ Circuit and music in the San Antonio area. So, in San Antonio during the Chitlin’ Circuit time, one of few clubs that was here, was called the Eastwood Country Club on the east side of San Antonio. So, we did a performance called the Divas of Eastwood, and it was talking about the performers that came through this club -- all of the wonderful performers and everything.

We celebrated the Chitlin’ Circuit and we did that show and we sang music. We we believe in ‘edutainment.’

We’re going to perform, we’re going to sing, you’re going to have fun, but you’re going to learn as well,” said King.

Since that inagural show, the troupe has been performing a number of original shows at a variety of venues. King says they continue to try to bring a high level of entertainment and education to each one of their performances.

“We have just been truly blessed and truly gifted in this edutainment field of life, of telling people about our experiences and expanding people’s knowledge about African American history and African American entertainers,” said King.

Saturday night’s show is called “The Lasting Power of I Have a Dream.” King says the Divas will bring

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their unique perspective to the audience, as they reflect on what led up to Dr. King delivering his most iconic speech.

“We decided to recognize and pay tribute to the 60th anniversary of the ‘I Have a Dream’ speech, that MLK did. So, we’re paying tribute and homage to that, and giving people a little bit of background on how that speech almost didn’t happen,” said King.

Dr. King originally planned to deliver a very different speech that day, but ultimately he pivoted, and the rest -- is now history. The Divas of Eastwood will help to tell that story during their performance in Seguin on Saturday night.

“He got a move from the Holy Spirit, that said -‘No, let’s talk about this.’ And he put that speech to the side -- right in the middle (of it) -- and he started his ‘I Have a Dream’ speech. (Gospel legend) Mahalia Jackson was actually instumental with him going into that, because she shouted out from the stage and she said ‘Tell them about the dream, Martin. Tell them about the dream.’ So, he left that speech and went into his ‘I Have a Dream speech, where he improvised and created most of...that entire speech,” said King.

They’ll be some dramatic representations during the performance along with some songs. King says they want to entertain the audience, while also helping us all to better understand this part of American history.

“We’ll do the singing, and we’ll do the acting for sure. Possibly not the poetry this time, because we only have 45 minutes, and we want to make sure we pay as much homage to that Dream speech. So, we will do a part of the Dream speech, and we’ll be telling you parts of the history of what happened that day.

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Whether it was some of the changes, and like I said, how the speech almost didn’t happen. There are several other factors that came into play as to why the speech almost did not happen at all. So, it’s going to be edutainment – telling you the history of the speech, and then we will be doing the last part of the speech ourselves on stage,” said King.

Tickets are $50 each and they can be purchased today from any Seguin MLK Day Committee member.

You can also purchase the tickets online. A link to those tickets can be found on our website, seguintoday.com.

MLK Committee member Joe Patterson says this will be a special night, and it’s something that you shouldn’t miss.

“And this is the one time that, as we say in the black community, you can put your Sunday-Go-To-Meeting clothes on and come out and lounge and have a good time and relax. Nobody is uptight about the play. It’s a clean play. It’s based on the struggle and the fight that Martin Luther King had put forward while he was on Earth. We need to keep that going, because...we don’t want to forget our history. So, it’s always good to remind people every chance we get that the struggle continues,” said Patterson.

Patterson says the ticket price was increased this year.

He says that was done to make sure that they could cover the costs of the meal and the entertainment that will be offered that night. He says it’s a reasonable price to pay, when you consider what people will get that evening.

Patterson says they also want to remind people that this a fundraiser and the money raised will help to support the ongoing work of the Seguin MLK Committee.

“Acting as and being the treasurer for this organization, I am constantly on pins and needles when

it comes to (people saying) ‘we want to do (something).

Then I’m thinking -- every time we want to do something, there’s money attached. Nothing is free...and our people in the community have to understand that we accept donations, but at the same time, we have got to pay for what we do. There’s got to be a funding mechanism that can support that, and right now, $30 wasn’t the number that we needed. We had to go up on our tickets in order to get enough money to pay our way, to make sure that we would be able to put on the best function possible, and not have to beg people to help us pay for it,” said Patterson.

The doors open to the Seguin MLK Banquet/ Dinner Show at 5 p.m. Saturday in the Seguin Coliseum.

The social hour will be followed by the dinner and program, along with the performance by the Divas of Eastwood. The five-day MLK celebration Seguin begins on Thursday with a church service at New St. James Baptist Church. The schedule continues on Friday with the Seguin ISD Choir Showcase at Seguin High School. There will be a Black Entrepreneur Networking event Friday night at Court Street Coffee. Saturday morning, the schedule includes a storytime event at the Seguin Public Library. The MLK Gospel Fest, featuring the Seguin Community Choir, will be held on Sunday afternoon at New Life Fellowship Church. The schedule wraps up with the annual MLK Freedom March on Monday morning. The march will start outside of the Wupperman Little Theatre at Texas Lutheran University.

It will leave TLU at 10 a.m. Monday and travel down Court Street to downtown Seguin, where a program will follow in Central Park. All of the MLK Freedom Week events are free, with the exception of Saturday night’s banquet in the Coliseum. A full schedule of events can be found on the MLK Seguin Facebook page.

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Texas Sports Update (Undated) -- Here is the latest sports news: The Cowboys are turning their attention to their Wild Card round opponent. The Texans are gearing up for their first trip to the postseason since 2019. The Rockets failed to pick up a win in South Beach.

Cowboys Host Packers In Wild Card Round On Sunday (Arlington, TX) -- The Cowboys are turning their attention to their Wild Card round opponent. Dallas will host Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers on Sunday afternoon at AT&T Stadium. The Cowboys enter the postseason as NFC East champions after ending the regular season with a 12-and-5 record. CeeDee Lamb ranked first in the NFL with 135 receptions, second with 1,749 yards and third with 12 touchdowns. In other news, ESPN reports that cornerback Stephon Gilmore’s MRI results showed no significant damage to his shoulder. The Cowboys have lost four straight to the Packers dating back to the 2017 Divisional Round playoff game.

Texans Host Browns In Wild Card Round On Saturday (Houston, TX) -- The Texans are gearing up for their first trip to the postseason since 2019. Houston will host Joe Flacco and the Cleveland Browns on Saturday afternoon at NRG Stadium. The Texans enter the postseason as champions of the AFC South after closing out the regular season at 10-and-7. Rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud has thrown for 4,108 yards, 23 touchdowns and five interceptions this season. The Texans lost to the Browns 36-22 in Week 16 when Stroud was sidelined with a concussion.

Houston has lost four straight to Cleveland dating back to 2020.

Rockets Lose To Heat (Miami, FL) -- The Rockets failed to pick up a win in South Beach.

Houston lost to the Miami Heat 120-113 at the Kaseya Center. Fred VanVleet led the way with 32 points while knocking down 7-of-14 shots from beyond the arc. Alperen Sengun recorded a double-double with 22 points and 11 rebounds to go along with three steals on the defensive end.

The Rockets have lost two of three to fall to 18-and-17. They will visit the Chicago Bulls tomorrow night.

Mavericks Host Grizzlies Tonight (Dallas, TX) -- The Mavericks are aiming for their fourth straight win.

Dallas will host the Memphis Grizzlies tonight at the American Airlines Center. The Mavs come off a 115-108 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday. Kyrie Irving led the charge with 35 points, eight rebounds, five assists, three steals and a pair of blocks. Luka Doncic contributed with 34 points, six boards and eight assists. Dallas is sixth in the West at 22-and15. Dante Exum and Dereck Lively the Second have been ruled out for the game, while Grant Williams is listed as probable.

Stars Defeat Wild (St. Paul, MN) -- The Stars snapped their three-game losing skid on the road. Dallas shutout the Minnesota Wild 4-0 at the Xcel Energy Center.

Radek Faksa and Roope Hintz scored shorthanded goals in the victory.

Tyler Seguin and Jason Robertson also found the back of the net, while Matt Murray made 23 saves in net. The Stars are third in the Central Division at 23-11-and-5. They return home to host the Wild tomorrow night.

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Christian “Chris” Krippner Jr. passed peacefully into the arms of his Savior and eternal rest on December 30, 2023. He met the challenges of his declining health over several years with resilience, dignity, and unwavering faith.

Chris was born on August 14, 1947 in Owatonna, Minnesota to Evelyn (Zak) and Christian Henry Krippner Sr. He graduated from Marian High School, Owatonna in 1965 and the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis in 1969 with a Bachelor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering degree. He worked for ALCOA as an engineer in their construction department. Chris worked in the design and development of bauxite processing facilities in Kingston, Jamaica and then Conakry in the Republic of Guinea, Africa. His next assignment was in Swansea, Wales where he and Pam met and were married on October 27, 1975. Chris embraced being a Daddy when Alyson was born in Wales, and in 1978 the family relocated to Davenport, Iowa, where Sarah and Rachel were born. In 1983, Chris changed from the aluminum to the steel industry and with Pam, and their three young daughters moved from Iowa to Seguin, where they put down roots. He worked at SMI, later CMC, from 1983 until his retirement in 2017 and was involved in many expansion projects in Magnolia, Arkansas and Seguin. He thought of himself as Texan by choice, and loved watching Longhorn football.

Chris was devoted to his “girls.” He always took such great care of Pam, Alyson, Sarah and Rachel; he was the anchor of the family – their rock. As the years passed, he enjoyed the company of his sons-in-law and was a very loving and proud Pops to his grandchildren. We will all miss his beautiful blue eyes, and wide smile.

Outside of family and work, Chris was an avid tennis player and fan, always and wherever he lived; he encouraged and coached his daughters, traveled with them to tournaments, enjoyed playing with his Seguin friends, and attended tennis championships at Wimbledon and the US

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Open. Travels back to Wales, an Alaskan cruise, a Canadian vacation, and many closer trips within the USA were always a delight. He was a faithful longtime Rotarian and a Paul Harris Fellow until his declining health impacted attendance. He was a member of Saint Andrew’s Episcopal Church and served on the vestry in recent years. Chris’s life always reflected his love, his kindness, his goodness, and his compassion for others.

Chris was preceded in death by his parents, Christian and Evelyn Krippner, and his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Hedley “Jack” and Ivy Smith.

Survivors include his loving wife of 48 years, Pamela Krippner; his devoted children, Drs. Alyson Ryan and husband Robert, Sarah Whitley and husband Zac, Rachel Swerdlow and husband Matthew; grandchildren, Kate Ryan, Madison Kirchner, Jackson Kirchner, Thomas Whitley, David Whitley, Evelyn Swerdlow and Reese Swerdlow; his siblings, Anna (Bob) Mills, Allen Krippner, Linda Krippner, and Doug (Lisa) Krippner; his sister-in-law, Gillian ( John) Abraham; numerous nephews, nieces, and dear friends.

Special thanks to Ingrid Moreno, who patiently cared for and loved Chris during his illnesses. Thanks also to the doctors, nurses, therapists, chaplains and Hospice staff at GRMC, Seguin, to his Saint Andrews Episcopal Church family, and to the nursing staff at The Blake in New Braunfels. Team Chris was formidable in its support, supplying hope, dignity, comfort and love.

A memorial service celebrating Chris life will be held on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at 11 a.m. at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church with the Reverend Stephen Shortess officiating. A reception will follow in McKeough Hall. Private interment will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 201 E. Nolte, Seguin, Texas, 78155.

Isaiah 41:10 So do not fear, for I am with you: do not be dismayed for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

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.

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Verna Mae Wahl Bierstedt, age 85 of Seguin, passed away on January 7, 2024. Verna Mae was born in New Braunfels, Texas to Edna (Reiley) Wahl Bruemmer and George Wahl.

Verna Mae was a 1956 graduate of Seguin High School. She is a retired Special Ed Teacher.

Verna Mae was happily married to the love of her life for 67 ½ years. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Her most treasured times were spent with family, especially at the holidays where she looked forward to playing

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Verna Mae is preceded in death by her parents, her mother-in-law and

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father-in-law, Alfred and Mary Bierstedt, stepfather Roland Bruemmer, sisterin-law Norma Wahl, and nephew Ray Wahl Jr. Survivors include her husband, Al O’Brien Bierstedt, her daughter, Kathy Hewell and husband Al; grandchildren, Valerie Hewell and husband Jared, Brien Hewell and wife Elizabeth, great-grandchildren, Laura Hewell and Blake Lundgren; brother Ray Wahl Sr., nieces DeAnna Wahl and family, Monica Wahl and family, nephew, Brad Wahl (Bebbi) and family, cousins, other loving family members and many friends.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 11, 2024, at Goetz Funeral Home from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, January 12, 2024, at San Geronimo Cemetery. Reverend Audrey Hewell will officiate the service.

Memorial contributions may be made to Guadalupe Regional Hospice Services, 1346 E. Walnut, Seguin, Texas, 78155, or to the charity of one’s choice.

Funeral arrangements are pending at Eunice and Lee Mortuary for Walter E. Miller who died Saturday, January 6th at the age of 39. He was born to Bennie Gay Miller and the late Garlon (Jitter) Miller in Seguin, Texas. He is survived by his mother, Bennie Miller,brother,Aaron (Mike) Wright,sisters,Helen Miller,Barbara Miller,and Yvette Miller.He also had a sister that preceded him in death,Sandra Burleson.

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AI Helping With Health (Undated) -- Artificial intelligence is aiding people with their health. According to the January Newsletter from The National Institutes of Health, researchers are looking at how AI can improve healthcare. AI is already being used in medical imaging by searching through CT and MRI scans for health issues, like cancer and heart disease. Dr. Despina Kontos, an AI researcher at Columbia University says, “AI can look at images very closely, in a way that’s much more detailed than we can do with the human eye “. Chatbots are also becoming popular to find health information, and with a shortage in mental health care providers, may be able to fill in some gaps.

Washington Legislative Session Began Monday (Olympia, WA) -- Washington’s legislative session began Monday. Lawmakers will meet for 60 days and have several key issues to decide. Climate change tops the list. There are bills that would increase transparency for oil and gas companies while another bill would link Washington’s carbon market with California and Quebec. There are bills to increase affordable housing and limit rent increases. Other bills deal with the fentanyl crisis making Naloxone more accessible.

JN.1 Variant Makes Up More Than Half Of U.S. Covid Cases (Undated) -- The CDC says a new COVID variant is now accounting for more than half of the cases in the U.S. As of January 5th, the strain JN.1 makes up more than 60-percent of U.S. cases and is the most widely circulated COVID variant globally. It is also the dominant variant in Europe and is on the rise in Asia. The World Health Organization classified JN.1 as a “variant of interest” last month, but said current evidence shows risk to the public health was low from the strain.

U.S. Hospitals Requiring Masks (Undated) -- Hospitals across the country are telling people to mask-up as flu and COVID-19 cases are on the rise. The viruses have been on the rise for weeks, and health officials are predicting infections will increase this month. Cases have been spiking in 31 states in the weeks leading up to the Holidays, with more and more hospitals across the U.S. requiring masks as a result. Just last week, New York City initiated a mask mandate for public hospitals along with some hospitals in Los Angeles and Massachusetts. Officials say vaccinations are down this year, and that the JN.1 variant spreads more easily, but there is no evidence it’s more severe than past variants.

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Christmas Tree Collection in City of Seguin Residents wanting to dispose of their live Christmas trees in the City of Seguin can simply place them at the curb with their garbage or on their designated City’s brush collection rotation.

Stands, lights, ornaments, and other decorations must be removed. Brush collection dates in your zone can be found at www.seguintexas.gov by clicking on the Public Works page Brush link. For more information call 830-401-2445.

Seguin MLK Day Planning Committee’s Freedom Week Celebration at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11 at the New St. James Baptist Church. This event is supported but not coordinated by the MLK Planning Committee.

Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

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.

Blind Date with a Book Display The Seguin Public Library is offering its Blind Date with a Book event running through Monday, Feb. 5. Pick-up and checkout a blind (book) date. Submit a review of your read by Monday, Feb. 5 and attend the Blind Date Banquet at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 9. All “Blind Date” details will be revealed at the Blind Date Banquet. Registration is required to participate by calling 830-401-2422.

Baby Time The Seguin Public Library will have its Baby Time at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 10. Learn rhymes and bounces to do with babies, sing songs, and listen to 1 baby storybook. Song and rhyme time lasts approximately 25 minutes, followed by baby playtime with scarves, egg shakers, and more. Baby Time is geared towards ages 0-18 and meets every Wednesday. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Family Storytime The Seguin Public Library will have its Family Storytime at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 10. There will be stories, rhymes, songs and other fun early literacy activities for families with children ages 0 to 5 every Wednesday. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Adult Coloring Club The Seguin Public Library will have its free Adult Coloring Club for all skill levels at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 10. Participants will create postcards and gift tags for the Holiday Season. The Adult Coloring Club meets on the 2nd Wednesday of every month. All supplies will be provided. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Kids Create The Seguin Public Library will have its Kids Create at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 10. Kids are invited to imagine, create, and discover: no bake treats. This event is on a first come, first serve basis, space is limited to 20 kids. Attendees must be between the listed ages of 6 to 11. Kids Create will meet on the second Wednesday of each month. Registration is required by calling 830- 401-2422 or visiting www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Any Book Book Club The Seguin Public Library will have its free Any Book Book Club at 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11. Each month there will be a suggested theme only, no specific book. January’s theme will be self-help motivation or rereading old favorites. Call 830401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Baptist Ministers Union MLK Service The Baptist Ministers Union will host a service as part of the

Celebrate Recovery The Celebrate Recovery ministry at Crossroads Church meets from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday nights at 3455 W. Hwy 90 in Seguin.

Celebrate recovery is for anyone dealing with anxiety, alcohol, depression, codependency, unforgiveness, self doubt, addiction, grief, eating disorders, relationships, anger, substance abuse, destructive behavior, spending, stress, and more. For more information call 830-251-2080.

AA Meetings The Seguin Primary Purpose Group of AA will meet at 7 p.m.

Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 315 S. Crockett St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-386-0334.

Seguin ISD Talent Showcase The Seguin MLK Day Planning Committee’s Freedom Week Celebration continues with a Seguin ISD Talent Showcase at 6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 12 in the Performing Arts Center at Seguin High School.

Food Distribution The San Antonio Food Bank, Guadalupe County, and Schertz, Cibolo, Universal city will have a Food Distribution event from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 13 at Clemens High School, located at 1001 Elbel Rd. in Schertz. Register at www.FreshTrak.com.

MLK Storytime The Seguin Public Library and MLK Seguin will offer a free MLK Storytime for ages 3 to 11 at 11 a.m. Saturday, January 13.

This special storytime will include activities and tasty donuts.

Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

KC Basketball Free Throw Competition Archbishop Patricio Flores Knights of Columbus Council 16748 will be sponsoring its Annual KC Basketball Free Throw Competition at 9 a.m. on Saturday Jan. 13 at the St. James Catholic Church Gymnasium. Registration begins at 8 a.m. The event is open to boys and girls between the ages of 9 to 14. Registration is free and a copy of the original birth certificate is required.

Contact Alejandro Guerra at 830-822-2765 or Jesus Moreno at 830-624-9869.

MLK Banquet The Seguin MLK Day Planning Committee’s Freedom Week Celebration continues with its MLK Banquet at 6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 13 at the Seguin Events Complex. The social will begin at 5 p.m. followed by food, fun, and a play.

MLK Freedom Week Gospel Fest The Seguin MLK Day Planning Committee’s Freedom Week Celebration continues with a Gospel Fest at 4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 14 at New Life Fellowship Church. There will be worship with the community and the Community Gospel Choir.

City of Seguin Non-Emergency Offices Closure The City of Seguin Non-Emergency Offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 15 in observance of Martin Luther King Day. Offices will re-open on Tuesday, Jan. 16.

Library Holiday Closure The Seguin Public Library will be closed on Monday, Jan. 15 in observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday. Normal hours will resume at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 16. Items may be renewed online, or returned using the outdoor book return.

Guadalupe Appraisal District Closure The Guadalupe Appraisal District will be closed on Monday, Jan. 15 and will re-open at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16.

NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group The NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group for adults with mental health conditions meets from 6:30-8 p.m. on the first and third Mondays of each month at First Methodist Church.

Learn more at www.NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.

NARFE Meeting The National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) will meet at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 19 at the Comal County Senior Citizen Center, located at 710 Landa St. in New Braunfels. The program will be “Tax Tips.” No tax preparation will be provided. RSVP by Tuesday, Jan. 16 to Alice Pullin by calling 760-390-4482 or emailing Apullin1@yahoo.com.

Toddler Time The Seguin Public Library will have its Toddler Time at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 16. There will be songs, rhymes, and stories followed by about 15 minutes of play time. This program is approximately 45 minutes long including play time and is geared towards ages 1-2. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Preschool Storytime The Seguin Public Library will have its Preschool Storytime at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 16. There will be stories, rhymes, songs, and other fun early literacy activities for children ages 3 to 5. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Teen Tuesday Drop-In – Key chains The Seguin Public Library will host its Teen Tuesday at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan 16 featuring key chains. Teens ages 12 - 17 can drop in anytime between 4 and 5:30pm on Tuesdays to hang out, play games, use makerspace supplies, draw, and more. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Tai Chi Tuesday The Seguin Public Library and GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation will host Tai Chi for free at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 16 at the Seguin Public Library. Classes are led by Tai Chi instructor Barry A. Jackson for all skill levels. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www. library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group The First Presbyterian Church, Seguin is offering a Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16 at 1121 E. Walnut St. The group is available to assist with questions regarding your rights and benefits available to you.

For questions or more information, call 830-379-5421. If there is no answer, leave a message and someone will get back to you as soon as they receive the message.

Baby Time The Seguin Public Library will have its Baby Time at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 17. Learn rhymes and bounces to do with babies, sing songs, and listen to 1 baby storybook. Song and rhyme time lasts approximately 25 minutes, followed by baby playtime with scarves, egg shakers, and more. Baby Time is geared towards ages 0-18 and meets every Wednesday. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

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Family Storytime The Seguin Public Library will have its Family Storytime at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 17. There will be stories, rhymes, songs and other fun early literacy activities for families with children ages 0 to 5 every Wednesday. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Community Tai Chi The Seguin Public Library and GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation will host Tai Chi for free at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 20 at the Seguin Public Library. Classes are led by Tai Chi instructor Barry A. Jackson for all skill levels every third Saturday. Call 830401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Wednesday, Jan. 24. Learn rhymes and bounces to do with babies, sing songs, and listen to 1 baby storybook. Song and rhyme time lasts approximately 25 minutes, followed by baby playtime with scarves, egg shakers, and more. Baby Time is geared towards ages 0-18 and meets every Wednesday. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Knights of Columbus BBQ Scholarship Fundraiser The Knights of Columbus Assembly 2055 will have a BBQ Scholarship Fundraiser at 11:30 until sold out on Saturday, Jan. 20 at the Columbus Club, located at 1015 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Plates are $12 and include BBQ chicken, sausage, cowboy potatoes, and beans. For more information call 830556-4224 or 830-534-5279.

Family Storytime The Seguin Public Library will have its Family Storytime at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 24. There will be stories, rhymes, songs and other fun early literacy activities for families with children ages 0 to 5 every Wednesday. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

New Year, New Me The Seguin Public Library and the New Braunfels Food Bank will have a “New Year, New Me,” program at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 17 at the library. Work towards your goals with helpful tips on making positive change last. Registration is required by calling 830- 401-2422 or visiting www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

LEGO Club The Seguin Public Library will have its free LEGO Club at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 17. Kids ages 3-11 will use their creativity to build with LEGOs. Creations will be displayed on the library bookshelves. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library. seguintexas.gov.for additional information.

Pecan Valley Communicators The Pecan Valley Communicators is a new community club dedicated to helping members become better speakers and leaders. Meetings will be held at 6:30 p.m. the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month at the GVEC Community Room, located at 927 SH-46 in Seguin. For the remainder of 2023 anyone who is a least fourteen years old can join without paying any fees. Starting Jan. 2024, the annual dues will be $24.

NAMI Family Support Group The NAMI Family Support Group for adult family members and friends of adults with mental health conditions meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at First Methodist Church Seguin. Learn more at www.NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.

Veterans Coffee & Camaraderie The Veterans Outreach Center will have Veterans Coffee & Camaraderie at 9 a.m. the 3rd Thursday of every month in the lounge. To RSVP, call 830-303-4188, Ext. 1249.

Preteen STEAM Night: Gingerbread Cabin Challenge The Seguin Public Library will host its free Preteen STEAM Night at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 18 for preteens ages 9-12.

There will be a STEAM natural disaster challenge to see if your creation can withstand high winds and flood waters. Youth will participate in science, tech, engineering, art, and math activities and experiments. This event is on a first come, first serve basis, space is limited to 20. Preteen STEAM Night will meet on the third Wednesday of each month. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov. for additional information.

Library National Popcorn Day Celebration The Seguin Public Library will celebrate National Popcorn Day on Friday, Jan. 19 by offering a popcorn kit when you checkout 5 DVDs. Make your own popcorn at home as you watch the movies you checked out on your library card. Limit to one per household. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas. gov. for additional information.

Fiber Art Submission for Seguin Art League Fiber Show Fiber art submissions for the 8th Annual Seguin Art League Fiber Show will be from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Jan. 20.

The show will hang until Saturday, February 10. Entries must be the original work of the artist and go beyond mere function.

A prospectus can be found on the SAL website or picked up at the gallery, located at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. For more information call 830-305-0472.

2024 Youth Choir Festival The 2024 Youth Choir Festival, under the direction of world-renowned composer, conductor, and singer, Bod Chilcott, will be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 20 at Jackson Auditorium on the campus of Texas Luteran University. The event is free and open to the public.

Business Improvement Grant (BIG) Program The City of Seguin is now accepting applications for the Business Improvement Grant (BIG) Program. Applicants may be eligible to receive up to a 75 percent matching grant, with a maximum grant awarded to an applicant not to exceed $10,000.

Improvements and other expenditures eligible under the Seguin BIG Program include facade improvements, sign improvements, site improvements, and other real property improvements. Program Guidelines and Applications are available online at www.

SeguinTexas.gov or at www.SeguinEDC.com. Applications must be submitted through the BIG application portal which can be accessed by visiting: https://bit.ly/seguin-big24 by the close of business on the last day of each month. For more information, visit www.SeguinEDC.com, or call 830-401-2476.

Toddler Time The Seguin Public Library will have its Toddler Time at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 23. There will be songs, rhymes, and stories followed by about 15 minutes of play time. This program is approximately 45 minutes long including play time and is geared towards ages 1-2. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Preschool Storytime The Seguin Public Library will have its Preschool Storytime at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 23. There will be stories, rhymes, songs, and other fun early literacy activities for children ages 3 to 5. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Teen Tuesday Drop-In – Drawing The Seguin Public Library will host its Teen Tuesday at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan 23 featuring drawing. Teens ages 12 - 17 can drop in anytime between 4 and 5:30pm on Tuesdays to hang out, play games, use makerspace supplies, draw, and more.

Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Tai Chi Tuesday The Seguin Public Library and GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation will host Tai Chi for free at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 23 at the Seguin Public Library. Classes are led by Tai Chi instructor Barry A. Jackson for all skill levels. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www. library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Baby Time The Seguin Public Library will have its Baby Time at 10 a.m. on

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Kids Coding Club The Seguin Public Library will have its free Kids Coding Club at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 24. Learn coding basics with Scratch, Cubelets, and other fun activities hosted by library staff.

This event is on a first come, first serve basis, space is limited to 20 kids. Attendees MUST be between the listed ages of 6 to 11. Kids Coding Club will meet on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Homeowner Maintenance of Aerobic Treatment Units Certification The Geronimo and Alligator Creek Watershed Partnership presents, Homeowner Maintenance of Aerobic Treatment Units: Certification from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 25 at the Guadalupe County Extension Office, located at 21 E. Live Oak St. in Seguin. The will be a free light breakfast and lunch is on your own. Pre-registration is required and seats are limited.

For more information and to register, visit www.geronimocreek. org or call 979-321-5927.

Republican Women Luncheon/Meeting The Guadalupe County Republican Women will have its January Luncheon/Meeting at 11:30 Thursday, Jan. 25 at the Seguin Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. The meeting will feature a program on national security and terrorism law with Retired Lt. Col. Jeffrey Addicott. The program is free and the cost of the meal is $15 with reservations to Glenda Layton by calling or texting 830-391-3979. For more information, visit https://www.guadalupe-county-rw.com.

All Ages Chess Club The Seguin Public Library will offer an All Ages Chess Club at 6:15 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 25 for all skill levels. There will be chess sets but patrons are welcome to bring their own chess equipment. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas. gov for additional information.

Book Nuts Book Club The Seguin Public Library will have its free Book Nuts Book Club at 1:30 p.m. and again at 4:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 29. This month’s book discussion will be Demon copperhead, by Barbara Kingsolver. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

National Endowment for the Arts Our Town Seguin Final Call for Indigenous Artist The Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin and the City of Seguin seeks to commission a professional Indigenous artist to design and create a visual art and/or mixed media art creation which must be able to travel to educational, city, business, nonprofit spaces, etc. for the National Endowment for the Arts Our Town Seguin project.

The deadline to apply is Tuesday, Jan. 30. For more detailed information and to apply, visit www.teatrodeartes.org.

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Toddler Time The Seguin Public Library will have its Toddler Time at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 30. There will be songs, rhymes, and stories followed by about 15 minutes of play time. This program is approximately 45 minutes long including play time and is geared towards ages 1-2. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

necting to the machine, and cutting with the machine. If possible, bring your own laptop. All materials will be provided. Registration is required by calling 830- 401-2422 or visiting www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Preschool Storytime The Seguin Public Library will have its Preschool Storytime at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 30. There will be stories, rhymes, songs, and other fun early literacy activities for children ages 3 to 5. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library. seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Adult Crafternoon The Seguin Public Library will offer its free Adult Crafternoon at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 30. Participants will create their own yarn painting. All materials will be provided. Registration is required by calling 830- 401-2422 or visiting www.library. seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Teen Tuesday Drop-In – Smash Tournament The Seguin Public Library will host its Teen Tuesday at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan 30 featuring a Smash Tournament.

Teens ages 12 - 17 can drop in anytime between 4 and 5:30pm on Tuesdays to hang out, play games, use makerspace supplies, draw, and more. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

February Parkinson’s Support Group The Gonzales Area Parkinson’s Support Group will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. the 1st Thursday of each month in the Fellowship Hall at the Presbyterian Church, located at 414 St. Louis St. in Gonzales. For more information visit lonestarparkinsonsociety.com or email gapsg23@gmail.com.

First Friday Feast The Geronimo Lions will have its First Friday Feast Fish or Steak Dinner from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 2 at the Big Red Barn. Meals are $20. A child’s hot dog plate (chips, drink and dessert) is also available. Tickets can be purchased at the door. The beneficiary will be the Our Lady of Guadalupe Food Pantry and entertainment will be provided

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Veteran Ladies Night There will be a Veteran Ladies Night at 6 p.m. the 1st Tuesday of every month at the Veterans Outreach Center, located at 205 E. Weinert St. in Seguin. Ladies, spouses, and surviving spouses will gather for fellowship. Bring a snack and a drink. To RSVP, call 830-303-4188, Ext. 1249.

Tai Chi Tuesday The Seguin Public Library and GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation will host Tai Chi for free at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 30 at the Seguin Public Library. Classes are led by Tai Chi instructor Barry A. Jackson for all skill levels. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Showcase Seguin 2024 Business Expo: Business in Toyland The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Showcase Seguin 2024 Business Expo: Business in Toyland from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 8 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Admission is free and registration is required. For more information, call 830-379-6382.

Baby Time The Seguin Public Library will have its Baby Time at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 31. Learn rhymes and bounces to do with babies, sing songs, and listen to 1 baby storybook.

Song and rhyme time lasts approximately 25 minutes, followed by baby playtime with scarves, egg shakers, and more. Baby Time is geared towards ages 0-18 and meets every Wednesday. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library. seguintexas.gov for additional information.

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Family Storytime The Seguin Public Library will have its Family Storytime at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 31. There will be stories, rhymes, songs and other fun early literacy activities for families with children ages 0 to 5 every Wednesday. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Chamber Women’s Council Luncheon The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have a Women’s Council Luncheon with doors opening at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 31 in the upstairs classroom, located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. There will be a lunch and a Women’s Mental Health Discussion Panel. The cost is $10.

Seating is limited and RSVP is required by visiting www. seguinchamber.com/events.

Beginner Cricut Class The Seguin Public Library will offer a Beginner Cricut Class at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 31. Learn the basics of the Cricut machine, the software, and what you can make with it.

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First Friday Feast The Geronimo Lions will have its First Friday Feast Fish or Steak Dinner from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 2 at the Big Red Barn. Meals are $20. A child’s hot dog plate (chips, drink and dessert) is also available. Tickets can be purchased at the door. The beneficiary will be the Guadalupe Child Welfare Board and entertainment will be provided by Wyatt Arp & Charlie Bragg.

Leadership Seguin Golf Tournament – Swing For Seguin The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership Seguin will have its Swing for Seguin Golf Tournament beginning with registration at 8 a.m. on Friday, March 8 at Starcke Park Golf Course. The fee is $500 per team of four. All proceeds will benefit the Walnut Spring Park near downtown Seguin. To register or sponsor, call 830-379-6382 or email leadershipseguin24@gmail.com.

Ongoing Community Calendar Items 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.

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CCSCT Releases Utility Assistance Application for 2023 Applications are available for the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (C.E.A.P.) provided by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs through the CCSCT. The program will help low-income consumers reduce their utility bills. There is also assistance available through the Low Income Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP). For more information visit www.ccsct.org or follow them on the socials at https://linktr.ee/ccsct_cares.

Precious Life Services Precious Life Services is accepting new clients who may need help with Anger Management, Parenting Skills, Christian Counseling, Group and Family Therapy, Anxiety and Depression, etc. Appointments are available in-office, by Zoom or Teleconference by calling 830-372-5980.

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 New 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 830303-6478.

Free Bible Course The World Bible School is offering free Bible correspondence courses. Answer questions from the Bible and send in for grading. Visit studygod.info for further information.

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ESTATE SALE: 370 Muehl Road - Saturday, January 13th from 8am to 5pm. Featuring home goods, furniture and farm equipment.

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