SDN: May 15, 2024

May 15, 2024

No financial assistance in store for storm victims

Guadalupe County residents to pick

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Redwood) -- At least one family continues to seek the aid of an American Red Cross shelter that was set up earlier this week in northern Guadalupe County. The shelterin-place was put into operation following Thursday’s storm damage.

Carmen Davila, the public information officer for Guadalupe County, says the shelter is operating out of St. Joseph Mission Church in Redwood. The church is a sister congregation of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church here in Seguin.

Davila says the shelter has been providing 24-hour assistance -servicing the family with cots, food and water. She says the American Red Cross has also been actively working to find a more permanent solution for the area family.

Meanwhile, finding help for not only this family but all others in the county who sustained damage to homes, businesses or agricultural lands will be even more important That’s according to Davila who says unfortunately, Guadalupe County will not be receiving any FEMA assistance.

“Unfortunately, right now, what we are looking at -- is that we are not meeting the level to get financial assistance but it is still important for people to report those numbers so that as we have other disasters throughout the year, those collectively add up. (That) is how emergency management was explaining it so if there are fires in the summer or more storms, those all add up to try to meet those disaster numbers,” said Davila.

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Photo courtesy Christine Fortin

Canadian film festival to feature project from Seguin

(Seguin) --  A short film captured on the other side of a lens here in Seguin will be showcased in Canada this weekend.

Local filmmaker Don Cunningham is excited that his short gothic horror film, “The Castle of Baron Finch,” has been selected for its world premiere at the Bay of Blood Film Festival.

The Canadian festival hails itself as selecting only the best of the best and filters through hundreds and hundreds of submitted entries from around the world.  This Saturday’s festival will showcase a screening of six features and 53 short films from 14 different countries.

Cunningham has been working on this project for the last six years and is thrilled that his film is one of the 53 to be featured.

“I’m honored. Actually, I’m ecstatic over the moon because what I made was something more of a classical cinema piece as opposed to the modern day jump, scare and horror and gore type of thing. It is more of a classic piece of cinema so I’m very excited that someone saw that in it,” said Cunningham.

Although, he will not be traveling to Canada for its premiere, Cunningham says he can’t wait to hear what moviegoers have to say about the short film, which he describes as “kind of a homage” to the classic monster movies of the 20s and 30s.

“I shot it silent on actual film. So, over the course of 22 minutes, you get to travel through Central Europe quote unquote on the trail of a vampire. It just has that atmosphere that the old movies had that you really don’t see nowadays. It was scored by a Norwegian composer Andreu Jacob and it’s really just a piece that I wanted to have as the timeless quality of a movie. There is nothing there that should really be considered inappropriate for a young audience. It might be a little terrifying for a younger viewer or what not but it’s just that magical piece of cinema, “said Cunningham.

Among the things he’s most proud of in directing the film is the ability to travel to Europe without going

to Europe. That’s because he was able to find locations for the film here in Seguin and surrounding areas. He says the effects in the short were accomplished the same way they were a century ago. He adds that while the project might have taken longer to complete without going digital, it was accomplished the way he wanted.

“That’s one of the things that I noticed about movies is someone might try something on a small budget but it just looks off. I think I was able to accomplish with a lot of our locale here -- wooded areas or certain pieces of architecture that we have here in Seguin and Central Texas out of the 1800s and it looks very close to lapidated castle or a woodman’s hut -- something like that so I was very happy to include my hometown within the footage -- and from what I’ve heard that people would not have taken a second guess to think it was Central Europe,” said Cunningham. Cunningham is also honored that the film will represent not only his work but also the city’s support of its fine arts community. He says he was able to finish the project thanks to a grant received by the Seguin Commission on the Arts.

Other independent films to be featured at the festival can be found at bayofblood.ca.

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

Guadalupe County salutes economic development efforts

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) -- Recruiting businesses is not a lone job. It apparently takes a team effort to help make things happen and help make a community grow.

Those are the thoughts of Josh Schneuker, the executive director of the Seguin Economic Development Corporation (SEDC). Schneuker recently thanked the Guadalupe County Commissioners Court for its role in economic development.

Schneuker along with representatives from other EDCs throughout the county were invited earlier this month to go before the commissioners during a special proclamation signing of Economic Development Week in Guadalupe County.

The county expressed

its willingness to partner with the EDC's in its efforts to create and retain jobs that help facilitate growth, support the workforce development and enhance the overall wealth and tax base of the area.

Schneuker says that unity to grow the local economy is why the Seguin EDC appreciates the role of the county in all of its attempts to help leverage incentive tools so that a deal can be reached.

"We really just want to thank you all for

INVESTIGATION

underway in officer involved shooting in Comal County

(Comal County) --The Texas Rangers are investigating a shooting over the weekend that involved a Comal County deputy. Deputies responded around noon on Sunday to a call about a suicidal person at a home on Elm Creek Road near New Braunfels.

During a conversation with the deputies, the person pulled a handgun, and was shot by one of the deputies.

The wounded person is in the ICU of a local hospital.

The deputy is on administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation.

recognizing this week as Economic Development Week for your partnership on a lot of these deals and projects that we work on. A lot of times, there are requirements that have the county and other entities and stakeholders step in to help get these deals over the finish line so we just want to thank you all for that," said Schneuker.

Schneuker says together, he is hopeful that not only will companies come to the county but that they will stay here for

Storm, continued.

Davila reports that of the required $794,000 threshold, only about $100,000 in storm damage has been reported. Those still needing to report their damage are asked to visit the iSTAT website at https://damage. tdem.texas.gov/.

Since there will be no assistance, Davila say any cleanup or restoration efforts will be left up to the residents.

“Right now, we are trying to get out the information that property owners are responsible for their own cleanup so we are pushing out safety measures for them to think about safety when they are picking up debris, trash, cutting limbs or trees. They can call their nearby landfill to see what the cost is and to see if the items that they are willing to take are accepted at that facility. Those are private companies so before hauling things over to the landfill, make sure they are going to accept those,” said Davila.

many years to come.

"We are committed to continuing to work on helping create and retain more primary jobs here within our community -- focusing and also enhancing the quality of life, diversifying the retail options that we have and most importantly, making sure that we as the city of Seguin, Schertz, Cibolo, New Braunfels, we work in partnership with you all to make sure that we remain economically competitive so now there's been a big focus on the workforce development efforts as well. So, all that kind of bleeds into economic development and again, we couldn't do it without your support here today," said Schneuker.

Schneuker was also joined by some of the

Residents are advised to check out the county’s website for detailed information regarding proper disposal of trash. It provides a quick reference for trash service and landfills in Guadalupe County including a discounted fee available for county residents at Post Oak Landfill in Luling due to the county’s current waste agreement with the company.

The Luling landfill is located at 7787 FM 1150.

The provided information can be found on the county’s website at https://www.co.guadalupe.tx.us/rb/ trash_disposal.php.

Texas Lutheran Announces 2024 Football Schedule

Chris Austin

Bryce Hayes, TLU Sports Information & Sports Marketing

SEGUIN, Texas -- Texas Lutheran announced Tuesday the football schedule for the 2024 season. The Bulldogs will participate in the double round robin between the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference’s five teams in the conference’s first season sponsoring football since 2016.

The Bulldogs will open their 90th season of competition with three road games within their first four games. TLU will travel to face rival Trinity (Sept. 7) in non-conference action before opening conference play with their 2024 home opener against Centenary College (Sept. 14) - who will be competing in their first official season since the 1940s in 2024. Texas Lutheran will then travel to McMurry (Sept. 21) and Lyon College (Sept. 28) to continue SCAC play.

The SCAC season continues with Austin College (Oct. 5) at home to open the month

of October.

After an open weekend, Texas Lutheran will travel to Austin College (Oct. 19) and return to Bulldog Stadium for Homecoming against McMurry on Oct. 26. TLU will open the month of November with a home conference game against Lyon College (Nov. 2) before traveling to Centenary on Nov 9th.

Texas Lutheran’s only other nonconference game will be against Southwestern on Nov. 16 at Bulldog Stadium which will act as Senior Day for the Bulldogs, concluding the home slate and 2024 regular season.

2024 Texas Lutheran Football Schedule (Home games in bold caps)

Sept. 7 – at Trinity

Sept. 14 – CENTENARY*

Sept. 21 – at McMurry*

Sept. 28 – at Lyon*

Oct. 5 – AUSTIN COLLEGE*

Oct. 19 – at Austin College*

Oct. 26 – MCMURRY* (Homecoming)

Nov. 2 – LYON*

Nov. 9 – at Centenary*

Nov. 16 – SOUTHWESTERN* (Senior Day)

*Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference game

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 TikTok and @tlubulldogs on Facebook).

Jerry D. Gamblin, age 91 of Seguin, passed away on May 12, 2024. Jerry was born in Electra, Texas on April 13, 1933 to Bessie and Harvey Gamblin.

Jerry is preceded in death his loving wife of 66 years, Helen L. Gamblin, his sons, Ricky Don Gamblin and David Shane Gamblin, his parents and his sister Gertrude.

Survivors include his loving son, Paul Dean Gamblin and wife LeeAnn; grandsons, Colton Gamblin and Jake Gamblin;

granddaughter, Kimberly Dawn Wise and husband Jimmy; greatgranddaughter, Kadi Wise; great-grandson, Evan Jackson Wise; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and friends.

Funeral service will be held on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 10 a.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel. Interment will follow in the San Geronimo Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, San Antonio and South Texas Chapter, 10223 McAllister Freeway, Suite 100, San Antonio, Texas, 78216, The Country Church, P. O. Box 421, Marion, Texas, 78124 or to the charity of one’s choice.

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.

Gamblin

Behal

Rhonda Hill Behal, 61, of Seguin, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2024. She was surrounded by family and friends and now joins her parents Amelia, John, and Estelle in their eternal home.

Rhonda is survived by her husband Charlie, her children Charles, Cara, and Jessie, and her siblings Karen, Robby, and Randy. She is also survived by an incredible host of friends and a gaggle of in-laws, nieces, nephews, and grandchildren.

Rhonda was a graduate of Seguin High School in 1980 where she was a member of the varsity choir and the Gold Battalion Dance Team lieutenant. After high school, she attended the University of Texas in Austin where she studied Art and Business. Shortly after school, she came back home to Seguin where she married Charlie in 1997. They lived there for the remainder of their 27-year marriage.

Those who knew Rhonda will remember her for a great many things, most of all for her never-ending acts of service centered around food, family,

and faith. She loved being in the kitchen preparing all of her favorite recipes for family and friends as well as those in need of comfort or joy. She was at her happiest when planning and coordinating trips, get-togethers, and community activities.

With what little free time she found, she volunteered her services to the charities she held dear, including the Christian Cupboard, the ELCA’s “God’s Work, Our Hands,” and The American Cancer Society’s “Relay For Life.” The few moments she took for herself were spent at home either on her and Charlie’s back porch or looking out the kitchen window where she loved watching the hummingbirds and looking at the wildflowers.

A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, May 19th, 2024 in the Worship Center of Spirit of Joy Church in Seguin at 3 pm with a reception to follow. If you can attend, please know that all are welcome. If you are unable to, please do as Rhonda would and enjoy the birds and the flowers with the next opportunity you get. You’ll find her there.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Guadalupe County Humane Society, P. O. Box 1593, Seguin, Texas, 78155-1593, or to the Christian Cupboard, 516 N. Camp 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.

VITAL STATISTICS

Windecker

Anita Frieda Windecker, Professor Emerita of Music at Texas Lutheran University and founder of the Mid-Texas Symphony passed away on May 11, 2024 at age 95.

Anita Windecker was born in Karnes City, Texas on December 6, 1928 into a home filled every day with classical music. Her father Konrad, a Lutheran minister, had played violin for the St. Paul Symphony while he was at the Seminary there. At his first church assignment, he met, fell in love with and married the pianist and organist, Frieda Loos. Able to speak multiple languages, he was called to serve Russian speaking congregations in Saskatchewan, where he began teaching his 3 sons to play musical instruments. In 1928, he was called to deliver the gospel in German to Karnes City TX and three other communities. Anita was born soon after they arrived.

Baby Anita was wrapped in music, the Christian faith and love. At age 5 she was invited to try the piano after her brother had finished his lesson. The piano teacher told Frieda that her daughter was a music prodigy and the teacher offered to teach Anita for free. By age 8, Anita was playing at her father’s churches with her mother and playing public concerts. She learned to play the organ and the harp. Anita, on harp, and Konrad, on violin were invited to play for the District Convention of the American Lutheran Church and a local radio station. She played concerts regularly in junior high and high school.

Anita Windecker attended Texas Lutheran College for two years and then earned a Bachelor’s degree in Music at the University of Texas. In 1950, she joined the music faculty of TLU teaching piano. In 1953, she took a sabbatical from TLU to study in New York. Her New York piano coach soon admitted that her skill on the piano was far beyond his ability to coach her and recommended she find a more advanced coach. Future piano star Byron Janis lived in the same building as she, so she knocked at his door. Janis told Anita that he did not coach and he was preparing for his first European tour. After Anita played for him, he agreed to coach her. For the time he was on his European tour, he left her a list of pieces to learn and practice, and asked Adele Marcus, his highly regarded coach at the Juilliard School in New York City, to take up Anita’s coaching. Upon returning from the tour, Janis coached Anita for her piano debut at Carnegie Hall on August 9, 1953. A standing ovation and cries for “encore” told the story of her performance that night.

Although her New York coaches wanted her to begin giving concert

tours, Anita wanted to do more. Her position at TLU was perfect for her passions of music, playing the piano and teaching. She could also do concert tours in Texas. The decision was an easy one.

Professor Windecker knew that a top tier auditorium would not only help the TLU music school, but all of TLU and the whole community as well. At faculty meetings every year she would propose it as a goal for TLU. Finally, after years of dogged determinism and absolute faith in the outcome, the faculty began chanting “au di tor ium” as she walked into the room. The faculty had given their approval. Measurements taken in the 1,050 seat Jackson Auditorium showed perfect acoustics.

With comparable determinism and faith, in 1977 Professor Windecker started promoting a professional classical symphony. She was aware that neither Seguin nor New Braunfels could support such a thing, but together … In 1978 the Mid-Texas Symphony was born. Today, 46 years later, it continues to grow, delivering exceptional concerts to both cities and surrounding communities.

Anita retired from Texas Lutheran University in 2000, after 50 years on the faculty and many years as head of the Music School. Her gifts of music have been well received. Like the 1928 Windecker living room in Karnes City, music runs through it. When asked how, she would point up and say, “to God the glory.”

Anita was preceded in death by her parents, Konrad and Frieda Windecker, and her three brothers, Leo James Windecker, Rev. Arnold Konrad Windecker and Roland Theodore Windecker.

Anita never married. Survivors include nephews and nieces Robert Windecker and wife Judy, Theodore Windecker and wife Charlotte, Gwendolyn Shannon and husband Mickey, Rev. Ronald Windecker and wife Deborah, Paula Milner and husband Brad, Roland Windecker Jr., and 9 great nieces and nephews and other loving family members and friends.

A memorial service celebrating Anita’s life will be held on Friday, May 17, 2024 at 3 p.m. at the Chapel of The Abiding Presence on the campus of Texas Lutheran University with the Reverend Marcus Bigott officiating. A reception will follow in the Timmerman Room at Hein Dining Hall at Texas Lutheran University.

Private interment will be held prior, at Mission Burial Park South in San Antonio, Texas.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Mid-Texas Symphony, 1000 W. Court St., #3216, Seguin, Texas, 78155, Texas Lutheran University, Development Office, 1000 West Court Street, Seguin, Texas, 78155 or Emanuel’s Lutheran Church, 206 N. Travis, 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.

Report: Pfizer Settles Zantac Lawsuits

(New York, NY) -- Pfizer has reportedly agreed to settle over ten-thousand Zantac lawsuits. Bloomberg News reported Wednesday that Pfizer is settling multiple lawsuits over a cancer risk connected to the heartburn drug. The FDA pulled Zantac off the shelves in 2020 after a cancercausing substance was found in the drug. Thousands of lawsuits against Pfizer were soon filed in state and federal courts. The settlements cover cases in U.S. state courts but don’t completely resolve the drugmaker’s exposure to Zantac claims. Financial details were not disclosed.

FDA Issues Insulin Pump App Recall

(Washington, DC) -- The FDA says a software issue has led to a recall on more than 85-thousand devices for an insulin pump app. According to the Food and Drug Administration, the Version two-point-seven of the t-connect mobile app that connects with an insulin pump has caused more than 200 injuries. The FDA says the software glitch can result in an insulin pump shutting down sooner than it’s supposed to. The app is under a “Class One” recall, which the FDA says in its announcement is “the most serious type of recall” and the “devices may cause serious injuries or death.”

More Hospitals And Surgery Centers Are Demanding Patients Pay In Advance

(New York, NY) -- Hospitals are increasingly seeking advance payment for procedures like CT scans, knee replacements and even births. Advance billing helps hospitals avoid hounding patients to settle up payment. Federal law requires hospitals to take care of people in an emergency, and they can’t legally turn away patients who need medical care urgently for lack of prepayment. Congress and regulators have ordered hospitals to be more transparent on prices to avoid surprise billing. The hospitals say, knowing the cost ahead of service gives patients the opportunity to comparison-shop. Yet, half of all adults in the US say they can’t afford to spend more than 500-dollars on medical care should they be suddenly sick or injured.

GOP Anti-Abortion Bill Angers Physicians

(New Orleans, LA) -- Hundreds of Louisiana doctors have signed a letter, urging state lawmakers not to classify the abortion pill as a controlled substance. That would lock up those who help women end their pregnancies. The head of the New Orleans Health Department writes that the move could also delay life-saving treatment. The letter states that mifepristone [[mif-uh-PRISS-tone]] is safe and should not be in the same category as addictive drugs. That, the doctors claim, will result in “fear and confusion.” The author filed the bill after his pregnant sister’s husband slipped abortion pills in her drink without her consent.

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LULAC Community Garden

The LULAC Foundation Community Garden currently has radishes and green beans ready for harvesting. You will know the aisles they are in by the t-post in front of the rows. The garden is located at 1502 Eighth St. in Seguin.

Young Professionals Lunch & Learn

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals will have a Lunch & Learn from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15 at Court Street Coffee Shop. The program will be on advertising and marketing by Elizabeth Engelhardt.

Luling Foundation Field Day

The Luling Foundation will have its Field Day from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, May 16 at 523 Mulberry in Luling. The event includes a free breakfast and lunch provided by sponsors. There will be booths, exhibits, a tour of the Foundation’s agriculture demonstration barn and garden facilities, speakers, practical demonstrations and an opportunity for networking. The event will also be streamed at www.facebook.com/lulingfoundation. RSVP is recommended but not required by calling 830-875-2438.

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 830386-0334.

Leadership Seguin Graduation Dinner

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Leadership Seguin Graduation Dinner from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 21 at the Geronimo Community Center, located at 280 Navarro Dr. Tickets are $25 per person. To RSVP, call 830-379-6382 by Monday, May 13.

Geronimo VFW Jam Session

The Geronimo VFW will have a Jam Session from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, May 14. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Tai Chi Tuesday

The Seguin Public Library and GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation will host Tai Chi for free at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 14 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.

Young Professionals Lunch & Learn

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals will have a Lunch & Learn from 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15 at Court Street Coffee Shop. The program will be on advertising and marketing by Elizabeth Engelhardt.

New Braunfels Food Bank: Healthy Eating on a Budget

The Seguin Public Library and the New Braunfels Food

Bank will offer a Healthy Eating on a Budget Class at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15. This class is for adults only. Registration is required to attend by calling 830401-2422 or visiting library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Pecan Valley Communicators

The Pecan Valley Communicators, a community club dedicated to helping members become better speakers and leaders, will meet at 6:30 p.m. the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month at the GVEC Community Room, located at 927 SH-46 in Seguin. The annual dues are $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.

Luling Foundation Field Day

The Luling Foundation will have its Field Day from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, May 16 at 523 Mulberry in Luling. The event includes a free breakfast and lunch provided by sponsors. There will be booths, exhibits, a tour of the Foundation’s agriculture demonstration barn and garden facilities, speakers, practical demonstrations and an opportunity for networking. The event will also be streamed at www.facebook.com/lulingfoundation. RSVP is recommended but not required by calling 830-875-2438.

Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office Memorial Ceremony

The Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office, in observance of National Nurses’ Week, National Correctional Officer Week, and National Law Enforcement Officer Week, will have a Memorial Ceremony honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their community. The Memorial Ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 16 at 2617 N. Guadalupe St. in Seguin.

Seguin Art League Basket Making Class

The Seguin Art League will have a Basket Making Class from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 16 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Participants will make a piece of fiber art using fabric to create a designer basket. The cost is $30 and supplies are included. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

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.

Library Closure: Staff Training

The Seguin Public Library will be closed on Friday, May 17 for staff training. The library will resume normal hours from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 18. Call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Friedens Church Friday Fish

Fry

The Friedens Church will have its Friday Fish Fry at 5 p.m. Friday, May 17 at 2555 Friedens Church Rd. Fish plates are $15 and include fried fish, fries, coleslaw, hush puppies and tea. There will also be a hot dog plate available for $5. Proceeds benefit new flag poles at Slumber Falls Camp in New Braunfels.

Community Tai Chi

The Seguin Public Library and GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation will host Tai Chi for free at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 18 at the Seguin Public Library. Classes are led by Tai Chi instructor Barry A. Jackson for all skill levels every third Saturday. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Unveiling of Seguin Giant Letters in Walnut Springs Park

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership Seguin Class of 2024 will have its Unveiling of Seguin Giant Letters in Walnut Springs Park at 3 p.m. Friday, May 17 in Walnut Springs Park.

Geronimo VFW DJ Friday Night

The Geronimo VFW will have its DJ Friday Night free dance from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, May 17. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Mosaic Garden Stepping Stones Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Mosaic Garden Stepping Stones Class from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 18 and continuing on Saturday, May 25 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Instructor, Karen Roberson, will give an introduction to basic mosaic and participants will learn to cut tile, affix a design, and finish with grout. The class is for ages 14 and older. The cost is $50 and participants should bring their own stepping stone. Call 830-305-0472 for size and more information.

Resurrection Life Church Evangelistic Service

The Resurrection Life Church will have an Evangelistic Service from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 19 at 8367 FM 467 in Seguin. The speaker will be Evangelist Josiah Alway.

Caregiver Cafe

There will be a Caregiver Cafe at 9 a.m. on the 1st Thursday of the month at Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church and at 2 p.m. on the 3rd Sunday of the month at Emanuel’s Lutheran Church. This will be an informal gathering for caregivers to share with each other over a cup of coffee and refreshments while learning stress-relieving, relaxation techniques or hearing from guest speakers on helpful subjects. For more information, call 830272-0040, ext. 104 and leave a message.

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Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, May 19. Entertainment will be provided by Glen Collins. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

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.

Jury Cancellation

The Guadalupe County Jury Pool scheduled for 8:30 a.m. on Monday, May 20 has been canceled.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, May 20 at First Baptist Church, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www. Freshtrak.com.

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, May 20. This month’s book discussion will be The Lemon Tree by Sandy Tolan. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group

The NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group for adults with mental health conditions meets from 6:308 p.m. on the first and third Mondays of each month at First Methodist Church. Learn more at www.NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.

Jury Cancellation

The Guadalupe County Jury Pool scheduled for 9 a.m. Tuesday, May 21 has been canceled.

Tai Chi Tuesday

The Seguin Public Library and GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation will host Tai Chi for free at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 21 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.

Heart to Heart Grief Support Group

There will be a Heart to Heart Caregiver Support Group from 4 to 5 p.m. the third Tuesday of every month at the Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. For more information, call 512-667-6816 or 512-557-7185 or email tberger@htohh.com.

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, May 21 at 1121 E. Walnut St. The group is available to assist with questions regarding your rights and benefits available to you and will meet the third Tuesday of the month. 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.

Republican Women Meeting

The Guadalupe County Republican Women will meet at 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 23 at the Seguin Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. The guest speaker will be Dr. Debbie Cottrell, President of Texas Lutheran University. The cost of the lunch is $20. To make lunch reservations, email silvercenter@ sbcglobal.net or call 830-391-3979 or. For more information, visit www.guadalupe-county-rw.com/.

All Ages Chess Club

The Seguin Public Library will have its free All Ages Chess Club at 6:15 on Thursday, May 23 for all skill levels. There will be chess sets but patrons can also bring their own chess equipment. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Summer Reading Experience Registration Opens

Grab your suitcase, grab your passport, and get ready because the free Summer Reading Experience registration opens Friday, May 24 at the Seguin Public Library. Participants of all ages can track their reading to enter raffles to win cool prizes. Sign up and pick up your summer reading game boards. The summer reading experience encourages children to read during the summer months to promote summer learning and to help prevent the summer slide. Call 830401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Making Your Grief Count Program

The Emanuel’s Bereavement Care Ministry will present, Making Your Grief Count, a three-week program for those who have experienced loss, from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 26, Sunday, June 2, and Sunday, June 9 in the Emanuel’s Family Life Center, located at 206 N. Travis St. in Seguin. The program will be facilitated by Pastor Darwin Huartson. Participants will learn about healthy coping tools and a path to healing in a supportive environment. For more information email Donna@elcseguin.org or call 830-556-3542.

Geronimo VFW Sunday

6 p.m. Sunday, May 26. Entertainment will be provided by The Merles. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Memorial Day Flag Raising Ceremony

The American GI Forum of Seguin will conduct a Flag Raising Ceremony in commemoration of Memorial Day at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 27 at Manuel Castilla Park, located at 2261 N. Guadalupe St. in Seguin.

Library Holiday Closure

In observance of Memorial Day, the Seguin Public Library will be closed on Monday, May 27. Normal hours will resume at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, May 28, 2024,. Items may be renewed online, or returned using outdoor book return. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information

Toddler Time

The Seguin Public Library will have its Toddler Time at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, May 28. 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, May 28. 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 – DIY Key Chain Making

The Seguin Public Library will host its Teen Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 28 featuring DIY Key Chain Making. 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.

Chamber May After Hours Mixer & Media Night

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its May After Hours Mixer & Media Night from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 28 at Smokey Joe Williams Field, located at 637 Midway Dr. in Seguin. The event is sponsored by the Seguin River Monsters.

Baby Time

The Seguin Public Library will have its Baby Time at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, May 29. 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 months and meets every Wednesday. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library. seguintexas.gov for additional information.

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The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to

Family Storytime

The Seguin Public Library will have its Family Storytime at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 29. 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.

Kids Create: Popsicle Biplane

The Seguin Public Library will have Kids Create at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29. Participants will build their own biplane and learn about the first powered, controlled airplane that flew using a biplane wing arrangement, as did many aircraft in the early years of aviation. Attendees must be between the ages of 6 to 11. Registration is required by calling 830-401-2422 or visiting library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Women’s Council Social

The Seguin Chamber of Commerce will have a Women’s Council Social from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29 at the 1916 Bar & Bistro, located at the Aumont at 301 N. Austin St. in Seguin.

Seguin Construction Trades Booster Club Inauguration of Founding Members

The Seguin Construction Trades Booster Club will have its Inauguration of Founding Members from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29 at Sips & Gulps.

Adult Craft Night

The Seguin Public Library will have a free Adult Craft Night at 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 30. Participants will learn how to preserve natural flowers in resin and create a wooden coaster. All materials will be provided. Registration is required to participate by calling 830-4012422 or visiting library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

June

Nominations for Rising Stars of Guadalupe County

Nominations are open until Saturday, June 1 for The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals Rising Stars of Guadalupe County. For applications and more information, call 830-379-6382.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 1 at Faith Lutheran Church, located at 1326 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www. Freshtrak.com.

Summer Reading Experience Kick Off

The Seguin Public Library Summer Reading Experience kicks off with John O’Bryant the Magician at 10 a.m. and at 11:15 a.m. on Saturday, June 1. Register to participate for the 2024 Summer Reading Experience, it is open to all ages, just track your reading to enter raffles to win cool prizes. The summer reading experience encourages children to read during the summer months to promote summer learning and to help prevent the

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

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 2. Entertainment will be provided by Cactus Country. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Chamber Championship Golf Tournament

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Chamber Championship Golf Tournament from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday, June 3 at The Bandit Golf Course. To register, visit www.seguinchamber.com. For more information, call 830-379-6382 or email cofc@ seguinchamber.com.

Seguin Art League Year of the Dragon Summer Camp

The Seguin Art League will have its Seguin Art League Year of the Dragon Summer Camp for ages 5 through 9 from 10 a.m. to noon and for ages 10 and older on Tuesday, June 4 through Friday, June 7 or Tuesday, July 9 through Friday, July 12 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Students will develop skills using a variety of media dealing with both two and three dimensions in space. The cost is $105 which includes supplies. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

The Gathering Music Show and Dance

The Gathering Music Show and Dance will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, June 4 at the Geronimo VFW. The doors open at 5:30 with at $10 admission. The entertainment will be provided by Conrad Gonzales and Paul Sanchez. For more information, call or text 830305-8829.

Military Appreciation Chamber Luncheon

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Military Appreciation Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 5 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The cost of the meal is $20 for member in advance or $25 for non-members and late registration.

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, June 7 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 June entertainment will be provided by Madelyn Abrameit and the Beneficiary will be the Children’s Advocacy Center.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 9. Entertainment will be provided by Paul Sanchez and Wrangler Country. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Geronimo VFW Jam Session

The Geronimo VFW will have a Jam Session from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, June 11. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Molly Hatchet/Knotty Grove at the Brauntex Midales Entertainment will present Southern rock legendary band, Molly Hatchet with special guests Knotty Grove from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, June 15 at the Brauntex Performing Arts Theatre, located at 290 W. San Antonio St. in New Braunfels. Tickets and more information are available at www.brauntex.org or call 830-627-0808.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 16. Entertainment will be provided by Bob Appel. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830305-8829.

Activities Fair for Veterans

There will be an Activities Fair for Veterans from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, June 20 at the Veterans Outreach Center, located at 205 E. Weinert St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-303-4188, ext. 1249.

Fourth of July Parade Application Deadline

The City of Seguin Main Street Program is accepting applications for the Fourth of July Parade until Friday, June 21. Applications are available at the Seguin Visitor Center, located at 200 S. Austin St. or online at www. seguintexas.gov/fourthofjuly.

Build for Better Bash

The Guadalupe Valley Habitat For Humanity will have a Build for Better Bash from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 22 in the Seguin Hall parking lot on the campus of Texas Lutheran University, located at 1000 W. Court St. in Seguin. Tickets include a meal, ticket, and t-shirt and are $25 for individual and $15 for youth (16 & under). To purchase tickets visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/fgdzx77/lp/747ccb912f4c-4281-ae71-3939d63ff32f. For more information, call 830-401-0422.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 23. Entertainment will be provided by Bimbo. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-3058829.

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Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 30. Entertainment will be provided by Gabe Galvan. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

July

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, July 5 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 June entertainment will be provided by the Brushy Creek Boys and the Beneficiary will be Kidsight.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, July 15 at First Baptist Church, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

AP and Advanced Art Workshops

The Seguin Art League will offer AP and Advanced Art Workshops from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, July 24 and Thursday, July 25 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The workshops will be taught by certified art teachers and will provide real solutions and strategies for a successful portfolio with creative art concepts and lessons in order to provide a jumpstart for the 2024-2025 school year. The cost is $60 a day and supplies are included. Limit 10 students. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

August

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, August 24 at GRMC, located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www. Freshtrak.com.

September

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 16 at First Baptist Church, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

October

Understand Your Medicare Options Seminars

The GRMC, GHN and the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce’s new Healthcare Advisory Committee will offer free educational seminars on Understand Your Medicare Options at 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 18

and at 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 20 in the GRMC Upstairs Classroom (Enter Central Entrance Lobby), located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-303-4846.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 21 at First Baptist Church, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

November

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 16 at GRMC, located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Ongoing Community Calendar Items

CCSCT Utility Assistance Application for 2024 Applications are available for the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (C.E.A.P.) provided by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs through the CCSCT. The program will help low-income consumers reduce their utility bills. There is also assistance available through the Low Income Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP). For more information visit www.ccsct.org or follow them on the socials at https://linktr.ee/ccsct_cares.

Heritage Museum Calendars

The Heritage Museum is selling 2024 Then and Now Themed Calendars. There is a limited supply and they are available for purchase at the Heritage Museum, Gift & Gourmet, Pecan Town Books and Brews, Parker’s City Pharmacy, and online at www. heritagemuseum.net. All proceeds benefit Museum projects.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline available 24 hours a day in English and Spanish.

Volunteer

Van

Drivers Needed

Guadalupe County Veteran Services Office is in great need of volunteer van drivers. Even those who can only commit to one day per month. Volunteers will drive local veterans who have no transportation to their VA medical appointments in San Antonio. To volunteer, call 830-303-4188 ext. 1249.

Precious Life Services

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

Free Accredited Adult Homeschool Program

The Life Changing Church is now offering a Free Accredited Homeschool Program for adults wanting to earn their high school diploma. It is a self-paced, no classes to attend program. You work around your schedule and at the end of the program you will receive an accredited diploma that is acceptable for college. Tutors are available at no charge. Free placement testing, no previous records required. For more information call or text Crystal at 325-956-1155.

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.

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