SDN: May 23, 2024

Leadership Seguin unveils new art installment

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) -- Now that the new interactive “Seguin” art display has sat in its new home for almost a week, it’s time to unveil some of the details that went behind installing the large lettering along the banks of Walnut Springs Park near downtown Seguin. Since it’s unveiling last Friday, the large Seguin letters have, no doubt, attracted double the number of visitors to the park space not only during the day but also during the night with its LED lighting.

As in the name, the interactive art form allows

the observer to walk through, over or around the piece. The local project also includes a platform for those in a wheelchair.

The project was made possible thanks to the members of this year’s Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership Class. Each year, the class is responsible for coming up with a project that enhances the quality of life in Seguin. It is also the class’ responsibility to fund their own project.

Among the most talked about feature for the art piece is the bold color used for the life size letters.

Helping solidify that color for the group was Joanna Rodriguez, a local member of the Seguin Commission on the Arts who volunteered her time to serve as the graphic designer and art director.

“I thought what a fun project and I wanted to be involved as a topographer and somebody that deals with this every day in my career, I thought this would be fun. So we partnered up and we went through a couple of variations of different fonts and I explained to them what things meant, Installment, pg. 3

City set to reopen Kids Kingdom Playscape in Starcke Park

(Seguin) -- The city of Seguin is inviting the community out to the official opening of the new Kids Kingdom Playscape in Max Starcke Park.

Parks and Recreation Director Jack Jones extended the invitation during Tuesday night’s meeting of the Seguin City Council.

“Our Kids Kingdom Playscape is ready to go. It’s ready to open up this Friday, May 24 at 10 in the morning. We’re looking forward to getting the playground opened up on Friday morning for everybody. We’ll have HEB snacks donated by HEB,” said Jones.

Niagara Bottling is also expected to have a big presence in Seguin for the event. They were major contributors to the development of the playscape.

“Of course, Niagara Water will be there, because the portion of the park was funded by a Niagara Perk Your Park grant. So, we’re looking forward to (opening up the playscape).“

The grant from Niagara came as part of its Perk Your Park program, which asked for the public to vote for their favorite park

projects that had been identified as part of the Perks For Parks program. Seguin’s playground project was the top vote getter in the contest, which produced money to help fund the project. The bulk of the

There’s a New Bulldog in Washington: TLU Presents Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz with Football Helmet

(Washington, D.C.)

-- U.S Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz has a new football helmet to add to her collection in her Washington, D.C. office. De La Cruz, who serves Texas’s 15th Congressional District, has helmets from several of the universities in her territory-and as of this week, she’s got one more.

sent to De La Cruz on behalf of TLU President Debbie Cottrell’s office and presented by junior Ashton Smith, who has been interning in the congresswoman’s office.

De La Cruz says she thanks Texas Lutheran University for her new football helmet. De La Cruz. “It’s a wonderful addition to my collection and a reminder of one of the top institutions for Christ-centered learning in Texas that I am proud to represent,” said De La Cruz.

The helmet, secured by TLU Student Government Association President Joaquín Fernando Rodríguez, was

“Presenting the helmet to the congresswoman was an honor,” said Smith. “It felt as if I was representing the proud people of TX15 and the amazing people at TLU!”

De La Cruz represents all of Seguin and most of Guadalupe County.

money was provided by the city of Seguin. Again, the official grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. Friday on the east side of Max Starcke Park.

Darren Dunn

backdrop works really well. I’m glad they put it here so, I say ‘thumbs up.’ I really like it.”

what colors meant, different color pallets and really, we went through a lot of different color pallets and we ended up with this one because it references the ‘Seguin Brick’ so all the colors that I presented to them were inspired by our landscape, our buildings, the river, the bricks. So, this is ultimately the one they selected. I just call it ‘Seguin Brick Red’ -- red orange -- it’s a mixture of the brick colors,” said Rodriguez.

The location and selection of the park itself was also determined following several collaborative efforts. Rodriguez says plenty of homework went into finding the right spot for this project.

“So, we knew that we were going to be surrounded by greenery, maybe brown at different times of the year. We wanted something that was going to pop against that landscape so we took that into account as well. From the very first meeting when we talked about locations, I took that into consideration of what it is going to look like, what people standing next to it will look like. So, all of that played into what the font was, how big it was, how thick the letters were and ultimately, it was about creating something that was beautiful and that looked good in this space,” said Rodriguez.

As an artist, local resident Robin Walker justified the color choice. A color she said was perfect. Plus, she says the interactive lettering could not have been placed in a better location.

“I like the location and I like the project because it is community oriented but it’s also tourist orientated and I think anything that creates a little interest in our city is something that is good and I like the color. It’s not too bold. Orange works here because of the colors of the park, the seats, the bronze -- I think it’s darling,” said Walker. “The fact that you can actually stand here in front of the word Seguin and you have this gorgeous

Jack Jones, the Seguin Parks and Recreation director, says the city is grateful for this added bonus to Walnut Springs Park. With the Seguin Public Library just across the street and with a new vision for the Wells Fargo building beginning to emerge, Jones says he is excited to have this extra draw to the local park for pictures and conversation.

“We love gifts in parks. That’s for sure and Walnut Springs Park, it is really an art park in a sense. You see sculptures in the park of birds and roadrunners but now, we have another piece of art in these large letters that spell Seguin and so we are definitely appreciative of the chamber class for thinking of us and giving us this public art for Walnut Springs Park,” said Jones.

Although the 13 members of the chamber’s Leadership Class each had a hand in the project, Class Member Amy Jimenez says the nine-month long project would not have been possible without the community’s support. She says it’s important to note that the group, again, did not use any city funding for the project. Instead, she says the approximately $40,000 price tag was covered through fundraising such as their golf tournament and community donors.

“A lot of hard work went into funding the project so we were truly blessed to be able to raise the funds that we did to make this happen. We are truly thankful to the community -- the giving back, to just beautify Seguin and to invest in our community. I think that is really important and we are really grateful for that,” said Jimenez.

The project dubbed by Leadership Seguin as the “giant Seguin letters” officially wrapped up Tuesday during the group’s graduation dinner at the Geronimo Community Center.

Walnut Springs Park is located at 306 W. Nolte St.

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TLU Men’s Track and Field Ready for the Big Stage at the NCAA Championships

MYRTLE BEACH, SC -- The biggest stage is set for the Texas Lutheran men’s track and field team as the Bulldogs prepare to compete on the national stage at Doug Shaw Memorial Stadium in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

The Bulldogs begin the competition on Thursday as Ezra Acero (San Antonio/Harlan) pursues All-American status and a national championship in the pole vault. Narrowly missing All-American status in 2023, Acero enters the event tied for seventh in NCAA Division-III with a school record mark of 5.02m (16’ 5.5”) set in March.

After an exciting outing that saw the team compete in a run-off and earn All-American status, the Texas Lutheran 4x100m relay team returns to the NCAA Championships for the second consecutive season and third time in the last six times the championships have been competed. 2023 All-Americans Bryce PowellChimene (Dayton/Dayton) and Weston Guzman (McAllen/McAllen) return to the championship meet looking to repeat as AllAmericans in the 4x100m relay, this time flanked by first-time qualifiers - sophomores Justin Freeney (Montgomery/Lake Creek) and Rickey Franks (Rockport/Rockport-Fulton). The team enters the event ranked 14th in NCAA Division-III. The team enters with a season-best time of 40.80 seconds which they ran in the

Trinity Last Chance Meet earlier this month.

Acero will compete at 3 PM CST on Thursday followed by a 4:25 PM CST start time for the 4x100 relay. The Bulldogs relay team will compete in a Texas heavy heat two which will also feature East Texas Baptist and McMurry. If the Bulldogs make it to the event finals, the 4x100m relay team will compete again on

Saturday.

All three days of the event will be broadcast on ncaa.com. All streaming and live stats links will be available on tlubulldogs.com.

For all updates on Texas Lutheran Track and Field, follow @tluthrows and @tluxctf on Instagram as well as all official TLU Athletics accounts.

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Norman VITAL STATISTICS

Lee Alan Norman, age 71 of Seguin, passed away on May 15, 2024. Lee was born on December 19, 1952 in Elk City, Oklahoma to Edna Ray (Howard) and Charles T. Norman.

Lee proudly served his country during the Vietnam War in the United States Navy where he was stationed on the USS Sierra. He will be remembered as a longtime employee of Guadalupe County where he worked in several different capacities including truck driver and detention officer.

Lee is preceded in death by his son Luke Aaron Norman, his parents, his mother-inlaw and father-in-law, Thelma and C W Tipton, brother, Charles E. “Charly” Norman sister, Alexa Ray Norman, and numerous brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.

Survivors include his loving wife of 49 years, Melva Tipton Norman; son, Clae Norman; daughter, Cayla Norman and partner, Patrick Cates; grandchildren, Christopher Norman, Khamani Norman, Cyndle Norman, Trance Norman, Kash Norman and Justin Cates; sisters, Theleda Fuller and Robin Anderson and husband Curtis Dean; nephew, Larry Norman and wife Michelle and their children, Hannah, Ian and Bella; sisters-in-law, Wilma Adams and Rose Kroboth and husband Danny; brother-in-law, Cleve Tipton; other loving family members and a host of friends.

A memorial service celebrating Lee’s life will be held on Sunday, May 26, 2024 at 3 p.m. at Cross Church with the Reverend Jim Price officiating. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall. Private interment will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to any Disabled Veteran’s Organization of choice.

You are invited to sign the guest book at www.tresehewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.

VITAL STATISTICS

Leal

Esperanza “Hope” E. Leal, age 86 of Seguin, passed away on May 21, 2024. She was born on March 20, 1938 in Coahuila, Mexico to Elisa (Gutierrez) and Armando R. Espinoza. Hope and her husband Richard were founding families at St. Dominic Catholic Church in San Antonio, Texas. In 1976 they received the Archbishop Francis J. Furey Medal for exceptional service to the Catholic Church and to the community, and for exemplifying good Christian conduct in personal life.

Hope is preceded in death by her sons, Richard A. Leal and Ray A. Leal, her parents and her brothers, Armando Espinoza and Hector Espinoza.

Survivors include her loving husband of 66 years, Richard A. Leal;

children, Sandra Campbell and husband Mark, Hector Leal and wife Jen, and Michael Leal and wife Peggy; daughter-in-law, Linda Leal; former daughterin-law, Helena Geisinger; siblings, Erie Martinez, Nina Nieto and husband Robert, Joe Espinoza and wife Elvira, Estella Espinoza, and Elizabeth Valdez and husband Cecil; nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and a host of friends.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel. Visitation will begin again on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 9 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church followed by the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 9:30 a.m. and the Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Graveside services and interment will follow in Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery at 2:15 p.m.

Pallbearers will be Christopher Campbell, Remington Leal, John Benckenstein, Patrick Leal, Matthew Leal and Mark Leal.

You are invited to sign the guestbook at www.treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.

Sen. Gillibrand Calls On White House To Ramp Up Bird Flu Prevention

(New York, NY) -- New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is calling on the White House to ramp up efforts to prevent the spread of Bird Flu before it’s too late. The New York Democrat is urging the White House to disclose what guidance they have released to agencies and states and what steps they have taken to control the virus since the outbreak began. Gillibrand points out that the new avian flu strain is infecting cattle for the first time in the U.S. and that one case of dairy cow to human transmission was confirmed by the CDC in Texas last month. Avian flu has not been detected in New York’s dairy cows, but given the state’s large dairy industry, Gillibrand is concerned about potential spread to the state and nationwide.

EPA: Cyber Attacks Targeting Water Utilities

(Washington, DC) -- The E-P-A is telling water utilities across the country that they’re at major risk for cyber attacks that could compromise water safety. The Environmental Protection Agency used the word “alarming” in a news release on Monday to describe how vulnerable many water utilities are because of poor cyber security. The agency noted security-related violations of the Safe Drinking Water Act, such as shared logins and still allowing access to former employees. The E-P-A acknowledged there have been cyber attacks against water utilities in Texas and Pennsylvania.

HHS Announces Hospital Cyber Security Initiative

(Washington, DC) -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is announcing a 50-million-dollar initiative aimed at improving cyber security for hospitals. The initiative announced Monday is called “Upgrade” and the goal is to “reduce the effort it takes to secure hospital equipment,” according to a statement from the National Institutes of Health. This comes after a cyber attack against Ascension healthcare that caused havoc at hospitals across the country earlier this month.

Injecting Weight Loss Drugs Can Increase Stomach Risks

(Lawrence, KS) -- People that use injected drugs to treat diabetes or obesity can increase the risk of stomach paralysis. The side effect is very rare, but a new study out of the University of Kansas says it’s real. While some stomach issues go away after stopping use of the drugs, a small number have had ongoing and serious issues.

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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.

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/.

Whole Food Plant Based Potluck

There will be a Whole Food Plant Based Potluck from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 23 in Heirholzer Hall of the First Methodist Church Seguin. The speaker will be Adam Sud, Behavioral Wellness, Nutrition Expert, International Speaker, and Founder and CEO of Positive Change. He will speak on Diabetes and what you can do to reverse it. If you would like to bring a dish to share, remember no animal products. No meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, cheese, and no added oils.

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 830-4012422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

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.

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

Kids Kingdom Playground Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

The City of Seguin will have a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Kids Kingdom Playground at 10 a.m. Friday, May 24 at 1123 S. Austin St. in Seguin near the Little League fields.

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 Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 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.

City of Seguin Non-Emergency Offices Memorial Day Closure

The City of Seguin Non-Emergency Offices will be Closed for Memorial Day, Monday, May 27. Garbage and recycling will be picked up as normal.

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.

Guadalupe Appraisal District Closure

The Guadalupe Appraisal District offices in Seguin and Schertz will be closed on Monday, May 27 and will re-open at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, May 28.

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.

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.

Poverty Simulation

Rethink poverty and expand your understanding of poverty with CCSCT and TLU Nursing during their interactive Poverty Simulation from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29 at the Seguin Coliseum. Lunch will be provided. RSVP at www.ccsctpovertysim. rsvpify.com.

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Regional Job Fair

The Schertz Economic Development Corportation, the Cibolo Economic Development Corporation, the Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce, and the Seguin Economic Development Corporation will host a Regional Job Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, May 30 at 1400 Schertz Pkwy in Schertz. The event will feature over 60 employers from Schertz, Cibolo, New Braunfels, and Seguin. For more information, visit www.info.seguinedc. com/inforegionaljobfair-5-30-24.

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.

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 830-401-2422 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.

United Women in Faith Ladies Tea

The Wesley-Harper United Methodist Church United Women in Faith will have a Ladies Tea from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 1 in Karrick Hall of First Presbyterian Church, located at 1121 E. Walnut St. in Seguin. RSVP by Saturday, May 25 to 210-3659627.

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 Postponed

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce has postponed its Chamber Championship Golf Tournament from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday, June 3 to Monday, Oct. 7 at The Bandit Golf Course. To register, visit www.seguinchamber.com. For more

information, call 830-379-6382 or email cofc@seguinchamber.com.

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.

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.

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.

Texas A&M Chemistry Roadshow

This summer, GVEc and the City of Seguin Parks and Recreation Department is bringing back the Texas A&M Chemistry Roadshow at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 4 at the Seguin Coliseum. The target audience is 3rd grade through 12th grade plus adult learners. For more information, visit www. chem.tamu.edu/roadshow/ or email Kasie Tankersley at ktandersley@gvec.org.

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 830-305-8829.

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.

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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.

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 830-272-0040, ext. 104 and leave a message.

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.

Habitat for Humanity Home Dedication

The Habitat for Humanity of San Antonio & Guadalupe Valley will have Home Dedication for Dalia Acosta at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 8 at 724 E. Walnut St. in Seguin.

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 830305-8829.

Geronimo VFW Jam Session

The Geronimo VFW will have a Jam Session from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, June 11. For more informa -

tion, call or text 830-305-8829.

Native Plant Society Meeting

The Guadalupe Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas will meet beginning with a plant/ seed exchange at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 11 at St. John Lutheran Church, located at FM 465 in Marion. The presenter will be David Will continuing his series on “Saving Our Praires. Part 2 will be on “Saving Our Native Grasses.” For more information, visit www.npsot.org/wp/guadalupe/.

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 830-6270808.

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 830-305-8829.

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, June 18 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 830-3795421. If there is no answer, leave a message and someone will get back to you as soon as they receive the message.

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 830-3034188, 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/747ccb91-2f4c4281-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 830-305-8829.

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.

Basic Mediation Training

The Central Texas Dispute resolution Center will offer its Basic Mediation Training on Thursday, July 11 through Saturday, July 13 and Thursday, July 18 through Saturday, July 20 via Zoom. To register online, visit www.centexdrc.org or email csheppard@cemtexdrc.org.

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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 830-3050472.

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 selfpaced, no classes to attend program. You work around your schedule and at the end of the pro-

gram 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.

To ensure non-profit organization’s meetings and events appear in this calendar, send information to: communitycalendar@kwed1580.com, or drop off the information at the Seguin Daily News/ KWED offices located at 609 E. Court St. in Seguin. For best results, submit information at least two weeks prior to the event.

Place your ad in the CLASSIFIEDS by visiting the KWED office located at 609 E. Court St. during regular business hours. Or call us at 830-379-2234

FOR SALE

FOR SALE: Avocado trees, tomatoes and other plants, call 830-212-9279 for more information.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Public Auction Notice: Notice is hereby given that public auctions will be held at the following facilities managed by Devon Self Storage. Property contained in the units will be sold to satisfy the Landlord’s lien for rent and other charges in accordance with Chapter 59 of the Texas Property Code. Contents of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold to the highest bidder via an online auction at www.storagetreasures.com. Online bidding will begin on 06/03/2024 at 10:00AM and will continue until 06/17/2024 at 10:00AM, at which time a high bidder will be determined. Devon Self Storage reserves the right to set minimum bids and to refuse bids. Please refer to www.storagetreasures.com for all other terms and conditions governing the bidding and auction process. 2975 FM 725 New Braunfels TX 78130 Monica Sanchez - Household Items; Adam Boyd - Household Items