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KWED Christmas Angel now accepting letters for 2023 season Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) -- The KWED Christmas Angel is looking for its next individual or family to bless this holiday season. Letters are now being collected for this year’s annual KWED Christmas Angel contest.

Children or anyone in the community are encouraged to submit a letter explaining why their family or someone they know deserves to be selected for $500 cash this holiday season. The letters can explain current challenges or applause for doing something rewarding.

The deadline to enter your letter is 3 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 15. Entries must include the name of the person nominating, the individual or family along with their address, email (if available) and phone number.

Letters can be either typed or handwritten.

The winning entry will be read live on Seguin Radio KWED a few days before Christmas.

Letters written without a name or phone number will not be accepted. Letters are asked to be dropped off at Seguin Radio KWED. Do not email your entry. Letters can also be dropped off overnight in the door’s mail slot. The radio station is located at 609 E. Court St.

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Movie Holiday Night set for tonight at Matador Stadium

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) -- You're invited to snuggle up as a family for some Matador Christmas magic. The Seguin High School Junior Class will be hosting a holiday favorite on the big screen tonight at Matador Stadium.

Class Reporter Mariah Castilleja says the featured film welcomes one of our favorite holiday characters.

"The holiday movie is going to be Dr. Seuss' The Grinch Stole Christmas. The admission's fee will be $5 and 3 and under get in free. There will be concessions," said Castilleja.

Treasurer Kavon Mouton says creating those holiday memories is what the event is all about.

"The movie night is set to be from 6 to 8 (p.m.) but we are not playing the movie that whole entire movie as the movie is only an hour and a half. So from the time that the movie is not playing, we are offering a concession stand and we are offering a photo opp where people-- they can come and take a photo with the

Grinch for $1 and so while all that is going on, we are going to have decorations all around -- trying to bring up the ambience of the whole event," said Mouton.

Class President Danielle Nyame, says the group is excited to have come up with this idea as one of its fundraisers.

"This is actually our first year of doing this. We decided as a junior class in whole that we wanted to do a more community targeted event to kind of gain more inclusivity and more togetherness in our community so we decided to do the holiday movie night," said Nyame.

Secretary Aedus Tobias says even for students, The Grinch topped the list as one of their favorites.

"We think that this will bring excitement to the community because this is a family favorite.

Everybody would want to come and watch the movie and our class voted on this one from all the other movies that we had put on from the poll that

we did," said Tobias.

Class VP Gabriel Perez-Polanco says the class is encouraging folks to bring their blankets and pillows for an exciting night on the field.

"The movie is going to be on the football field but they are not going to be able to eat on the football field but they are going to be able to eat in the stands," said Perez-Polanco.

Nyame reminds the community that Tuesday's evening movie is a school fundraiser and looks forward to everyone coming out and having a great time.

"Honestly, I know from personal experience as well, I think this is going to be a great turnout and generally will bring the Seguin ISD and the Seguin community together.

Overall, we generally do just want to create a fun and enjoyable night for all and we truly believe that this event alone will do just that," said Nyame.

Tickets can be purchased at the gate. Matador Stadium is located at 1315 E. Cedar St.

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Seguin's Holiday Stroll events ring in some top winners Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) -- The three-day holiday celebration might be over in downtown Seguin, but its bragging rights and prestigious awards live on for the remainder of this year’s holiday season.

Thousands of people showed up for this year’s events which included Thursday’s Holiday Lighted Parade and Lighting Up of Central Park, Friday’s Cocoa Sip-NStroll, and Saturday’s North Pole Stroll.

The trio of events are put on each year by the city's Main Street Program and the Parks and Recreation Department, as well as the Downtown Business Alliance.

This year's parade winners include:

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The winners of the Christmas Tree Decorating Contest were also announced: • •

1st Place-Leap Ahead Learning- Cinderella Tree 2nd Place-Seguin Parrot Head Club- Christmas with the Phlock! Parrot Tree • 3rd Place-Master Gardeners- Gardener Santa Tree The Main Street Program has also announced its Cocoa Winners from Friday’s Sip-N-Stroll:

In the Commercial Category:

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1st Place-Pure & Gentle Soap 2nd Place-Autoworx & Texas Rage 3rd Place-DJ Chuko

In the Non-Commercial Category winners include: • •

1st Place-Miss Golden Crescent Court 2nd Place-St. James Catholic School

3rd Place-True Women Drill Team

Best Milk Chocolate Cocoa: --SeguinGuadalupe County Heritage Museum Best White Chocolate Cocoa: --Southern Good Best Dark Chocolate Cocoa: --You’re So Crafty Most Unique Cocoa: --Burnt Bean Co. Most Creatively Named Cocoa: -- Pecantown Books & Brews "Mrs. Weasley's Hot Chocolate"

The Christmas trees around the square will remain in place until after the start of the New Year.

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Seguin and Navarro football team members earn Academic All-State accolades Chris Austin

(San Marcos) -- The Academic All-State football teams were announced by the Texas High School Coaches Association on Monday and there were a number of Seguin Matadors and Navarro Panthers honored for their work on the field and in the classroom. Athletes along with trainers and managers comprise the Academic All-State teams.

Recognized on the Academic All-State First Team for Seguin High School was Aidan Dilworth. Dilworth’s classmates Luke Anderson, Jeremiah Dodson,

Jake Mahaffey, Holt Haas and Seth Cevallos were named to the Academic AllState Second Team. Seguin High School Honorable Mentions were Creed Weaver, Ethan Rhea, Evrin Contreras and Blake Schneider.

For Navarro High School, Hayden Toliver earned Academic All-State First Team honors. Navarro High School Academic Second Team selections were Gabrielle Geipel and Xavier Cropper. Academic Honorable Mentions for Navarro were Alondra Hernandez, Diego Chapa, Nicholas Schwarzlose and Mack Berry.

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Funeral arrangements are pending at Eunice and Lee Mortuary for Anissa Doege who died November 27th at the age of 54. She is survived by her husband, Jose Soto and sons,Joshua,Joe,and Daniel Soto.

Schneider-Kramer

Teresa Jo Evans Schneider Kramer, age 76 of Seguin, passed away on November 30, 2023. Teresa was born on October 11, 1947, in San Marcos, Texas to Irene P. (Gotthardt) and Frank Evans.

Teresa grew up in Guadalupe County and will be remembered as a 1965 graduate of Navarro High School. She began working at the Guadalupe County Tax Office as a deputy clerk, and then moved to the Guadalupe County Appraisal District where she worked in data processing, mapping, and abstracting. She later retired from Wuest Incorporated where she served as office manager which included human resource responsibilities.

She enjoyed reading, and gambling trips and was an avid online scrabble player. Her most cherished times were with her family and close friends, especially sleepovers with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Teresa is preceded in death by her loving husbands, Nelson R. Schneider and James Randy Kramer, her parents, and her step-father Jerome Henze.

Survivors include her son, Brett Schneider, and wife Caroline; daughters, Dawn Vincent and husband Shawn, Donna Davis, and husband Alan, and Glenda Wall and husband Rob; grandchildren, Taylor Young and husband Jordan, Chase Vincent and girlfriend Emma Catron, Grayson Schneider, Rob Davis, Kristen Schroeder and husband Harrison, Alyssa Wall, Anthony Wall and wife Jillian, and Austin Wall; great-grandchildren, Ryder, Landry, and Kymber Young, Emersyn and Adalee Bullard, and Cooper and Hudson Wall; numerous other loving family members and friends.

Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at 1 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel with the Rev. Jeremy Roy officiating. Interment will follow in Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park. A reception will be announced. Serving as pallbearers will be Chase Vincent, Jordan Young, Rob Davis, Anthony Wall, Jeff Sproull, Kevin Wuest, and Darren Hill.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude PL Memphis, TN 38105, or a 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.

Jones

Randy Wayne Jones, age 74, of Seguin, Texas passed away on November 30, 2023. Randy was born in Ft. Worth, Texas on July 30, 1949.

Randy was a successful businessman, a loyal friend, and an avid outdoorsman with a larger-than-life personality. He always had a new joke to share. He recently discovered Facebook and enjoyed finding and experimenting with new recipes, usually desserts, and sharing them with family. He always arrived early to any party and jokingly chided the rest of us for showing up late.

Randy’s heart was huge. He always thought of others and how he could bless them or alleviate their burden. He often could be found with his buddies at Whataburger, laughing and trading jokes.

He is preceded in death by the love of his life Deborah Jones, son Chris Jones, parents Gil and Dorothy Lovell, brother Larry Jones, and sister Teresa Spencer.

He is survived by his nephew, Bradly Lovell and family; niece, Kasey Jones Cody and family; sisters-in-law, Julie Hunter and Kathy Caraway, brothers-in-law, Gerald Spear and Kenneth Spear; nephews, James Hunter, Robert Hunter, Richard Gavigan, Matthew Gavigan, Chris Gavigan; nieces, Victoria Kleen and Deborah Hunter and their families; numerous great nephews, nieces, friends and other loving family members.

A memorial service celebrating Randy’s life will be held on Saturday, December 9, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel with Chip Caraway officiating. A private interment will be held at a later date in San Geronimo Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made 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.

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Elenora Mary Hildebrand Linnartz, age 92 of Seguin, passed away on November 21, 2023.

The recitation of the Holy Rosary will begin on Thursday, November 30, 2023, at 9:30 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church in Seguin followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Mike Peinemann officiating. A reception will follow in the Family Center. Private entombment will be held later at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Cemetery Mausoleum in New Braunfels, Texas.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. James Catholic Church Food Pantry, 510 S. Camp St., Seguin, TX 78155.

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.

Debbie Garcia, age 60, peacefully passed away surrounded by family on November 28, 2023, in New Braunfels, Texas.

She was born on November 21, 1963, in Beeville, Texas to Margie (Arriola) and Harry Vaughn.

Debbie is preceded in death by her parents, and her loving husband, Ismael “JR” Garcia, Jr. She is survived by her children, Monique MyCue and husband Ryan, Cierra Garcia and husband Luis, James Garcia and wife Alexis; grandchildren, Easton MyCue and Lindsay MyCue; and her fur baby, Myla; brother, Harry Vaughn, Jr. and wife Judy, Robert Vaughn and wife Ruth, Richard Vaughn and wife Tomi; sisters, Mary Ann Shaw, Ruby Updyke, and Sandra Vaughn, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and other loving family members.

Visitation will begin on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at 5 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel followed by the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 6:30 p.m. with Deacon Nick Carrillo officiating. A procession will depart Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel on Thursday, December 7, 2023, at 9:30 a.m. for the Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in San Geronimo Cemetery.

Serving as pallbearers will be James Garcia, Luis Pena, Jr., Ryan MyCue, Josh Lopez, Randy Johnson, James Johnson, Richie Vaughn, and Richard Vaughn, Jr. You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.

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Sandra Day O’Connor Dead (Undated) -- Retired U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor is dead at the age of 93. The Supreme Court said O’Connor’s cause of death was related to complications from advanced dementia and a respiratory illness. O’Connor was the first woman to serve on the Supreme Court and was appointed by Ronald Reagan in 1981. She was a key swing vote in many cases. O’Connor wrote several books after her retirement, and received the Presidential Medal of Freedom from Barack Obama in 2009. She also had a law school re-named after her at Arizona State University.

Fauci To Testify Before Congress (Washington, DC) -- Former White House chief medical adviser Dr. Anthony Fauci is set to testify before Congress early next year on the origins of COVID and the U.S. pandemic response. Fauci will appear in Congress for a two-day transcribed interview on January 8th and 9th, giving seven hours of testimony per day in the private session. He must also testify at a public hearing sometime later in 2024. It marks the first time Fauci has testified since he retired.

Gun Suicide Rates Hit High In 2022 (Undated) -- Gun suicides are at unprecedented high rates. Data from the CDC found that of the nearly 50-thousand overall suicide deaths in 2022, about half of them were gun-related. The analysis also found that the annual U.S. firearm suicide rate increased by nearly elevenpercent from 2019 to 2022, which is the highest documented level since at least 1968. The pandemic was listed as a potential cause for overall increases, since it “exacerbated known risk factors” including substance use, relationship stressors and social isolation.

Utilities Must Replace Lead Drinking Water Pipes Within A Decade (Washington, DC) -- Utilities will need to replace lead drinking water pipes within a decade under a new proposed rule from the Environmental Protection Agency. The lead and copper proposal would require utilities to replace the lines regardless of the lead levels registered in water samples. That’s designed to prevent future public health crises around drinking water such as what happened in Flint, Michigan in 2014. A doctor in Flint called it a “game changer” in a statement. The EPA is aiming to have a final version of the rule by next fall.

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Toy and Food Drive Continues KWED radio will be accepting toy and food donations in its lobby through Dec. 21. Donations to benefit the Seguin PD Blue Santa Program and Christian Cupboard.

an University. The doors open at 6:45 to the public.

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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.

Public Meeting Regarding Cordova Road Improvements The City of Seguin will have a public meeting/open house to learn about improvements that are planned for Cordova Road from 5 to 7 pm on Thursday, Dec. 7 at the City of Seguin Utilities Operation Center (main meeting room), located at 3027 N. Austin Street in Seguin. Meeting materials and comment opportunities will be available online at http://www.seguintexas.gov/1320/Cordova-Road from Thursday, Dec. 7 until Friday, Dec. 29. Comments are encouraged and can be submitted until Friday, Dec. 29 via: Email – CordovaRoad@cdandp. com, Mail – Cordova Road, c/o CD&P, PO Box 5459, Austin, TX 78763, or online at www.seguintexas.gov/1320/Cordova-Road.

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. Gift Ornaments are also available at the Museum. All proceeds benefit Museum projects.

Blood Drive The City of Seguin is partnering with South Texas Blood & Tissue Center to host a blood drive from 9 am to 2 pm. on Tuesday, December 5 at the Seguin Coliseum parking lot, located at 950 S. Austin St. Donors will receive a free s’mores kit and mug, while supplies last. Appointments can be made online at https://donor.southtexasblood.org/donor/schedules/ drive_schedule/138230. For more information, call Sherry Wine with South Texas Blood & Tissue at 210-668-5914 or Jennifer Sourdellia at 830-386-2590.

Surviving Veteran Spouses Coffee & Tea There will be a Surviving Veteran Spouses Coffee & Tea at 10 a.m. the 1st Tuesday of every month at the Veterans Outreach Center, located at 205 E. Weinert St. in Seguin. Surviving spouses can come and spend time in the lounge and visit with other surviving spouses. To RSVP, call 830-303-4188, Ext. 1249.

Toddler Time The Seguin Public Library will have its Toddler Time at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 5. 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, Dec. 5. There will be stories, rhymes, songs, and other fun early literacy activities for children ages 3 to 5. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas. gov for additional information.

Teen Tuesday Drop-In - Drawing Techniques & 3D Pens The Seguin Public Library will host its Teen Tuesday at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 5. 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 830401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

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

To RSVP, call 830-303-4188, Ext. 1249.

Tai Chi Tuesday The Seguin Public Library and GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation will host Tai Chi for free at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 5 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.

TLU Community Music Academy Concert The TLU Community Music Academy Outreach String Class and Youth Orchestra will have its concert at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5 at Jackson Auditorium on the campus of Texas Luther-

Baby Time The Seguin Public Library will have its Baby Time at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec 6. Learn rhymes and bounces to do with babies, sing songs, and listen to 1 baby storybook. Song and rhyme time lasts approximately 25 minutes, followed by baby playtime with scarves, egg shakers, and more. Baby Time is geared towards ages 0-18 and meets every Wednesday.

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

Family Storytime The Seguin Public Library will have its Family Storytime at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 6. There will be stories, rhymes, songs and other fun early literacy activities for families with children ages 0 to 5 every Wednesday. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Chamber December General Membership Luncheon The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its December General Membership Luncheon at 11:30 on Wednesday, Dec. 6 at the Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. Meals are still available for $25. For more information, or to purchase tickets, call 830-379-6382.

Chess Club The Seguin Public Library will have its Chess Club at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6 for ages 6 through 17. The club is for all skill levels and there will be chess sets, tips for playing, and tutorials available from Chess.com. Kids and teens are encouraged to learn from each other and are coached to have good sportsmanship, etiquette, and given technical suggestions. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

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

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

NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.

Veterans & Medicare 101 There will be a Veterans & Medicare 101 session from 11 a.m. to noon on Thursday, Dec. 7 at the Veterans Outreach Center, located at 205 E. Weinert St. in Seguin. The session will focus on special enrollment periods beyond the annual enrollment period and will cover the basics of Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage Plans, Medigap, and Prescription Plans. Snacks will be provided. To RSVP, call 830-303-4188, Ext. 1249.

Adult Crafternoon The Seguin Public Library will have a Holiday Adult Craft Afternoon session at 2 p.m. Thursday, December 7, 2023. Join us to create your own DIY decorative wine bottle centerpiece.

All materials will be provided. Registration is required. Register online at www.library.seguintexas.gov, by calling 830-401-

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Rising Stars of Guadalupe County The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals will have its Rising Stars of Guadalupe County from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7 at the Texas Theatre, located at 425 N. Austin St. in Seguin. Guadalupe County’s most promising young professionals will be recognized at the event.

Teen Advisory Board The Seguin Public Library Teen Advisory Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 7 at the Library. The Teen Advisory Board is now accepting new members, teens in grades 8-12 can apply at the library. Attend the meeting to learn more. Teen Advisory Board Members earn volunteer service credit by planning summer events, book clubs, selecting new library books, and making the library a better place for teens.

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

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.

TLU Community Music Academy Choir Concert The Texas Lutheran University Community Music Academy Choir will have its concert at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7 at the TLU Chapel. The doors open at 6:45 to the public.

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.

Blue Santa Program Applications Due Friday, Dec. 8 Applications are being accepted for the Seguin Police Department’s Blue Santa Program for assistance with gifts to families in need during the holiday season. Applications must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 8 and are available and can be dropped off at the Seguin Police Department, Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office, Seguin Housing Authority, Middletowne Apartments, Summers Bend Apartments, SVDP Good Shepherd Schertz-Marion, Community Action Partnership – Community Council of South Central Texas, Inc., and all Seguin ISD locations. Approved applicants will be notified and gifts should be picked up from Blue Santa Headquarters, located in the Emmanuel’s Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall at 206 N. Travis St. in Seguin. The final day to pick up gifts will be Thursday, Dec. 21. For more information call 830-865-6409 or email bluesanta@seguintexas.gov.

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Country Christmas The Big Red Barn Texas Agricultural Education & Heritage Center will have its Country Christmas from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8 and Saturday, Dec. 9 at 390 Cordova Rd. in Seguin.

Admission is $25 for a family, $10 for adults and $5 for children 6 to 12. There will be a live nativity presented by area youth groups, entertainment, concessions, visits with Santa from 6 to 8 p.m., self guided tours, demonstrations, live farm animals, hayrides, kiddie train, open fire marshmallow roast, and more.

on Tuesday, Dec. 12. 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.

Ugly Sweater Dinner Party The Guadalupe County Child Welfare Board (GCCWB) will have its Ugly Sweater Dinner Party at 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8 at the Stephen and Mary Birch Texas Theatre, located at 425 N. Austin St. in Seguin. There will be a silent auction, live entertainment by Magician, Carlos David, dinner, beverages, and an Ugliest Sweater Contest. Tickets are $75 and table sponsorships/tickets are also available online at www.gccwb.org/ shop.

Navarro ISD Food Distribution Guadalupe County has partnered with Navarro ISD and the San Antonio Food Bank to provide food to the community from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 9 at the Navarro Intermediate campus, located at 588 Link Road in Seguin. To register for food, visit https://freshtrak.com/register/ event/215250.

Wizarding Wonderland The Seguin Public Library will offer a free Wizarding Wonderland at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 9. Venture into fantastical worlds from the books of Harry Potter, Wings of Fire, Dragon Masters, and Upside-down Magic. Featuring special guests, edible wands, crafts, and photo ops. This event is for all ages. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas. gov for additional information.

Lifegate Booster Club Fundraiser The Lifegate Booster Club will have its 33rd Dinner and Auction at 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 at 395 Lifegate Lane in Seguin off of FM 466. Supervised child care will also be available for $10 per child, Kindergarten through fifth grade. Sponsor tables are available. For more information, call 830-372-0850.

Navarro Project Graduation Jingle & Dine The Navarro Project Graduation will have a Jingle & Dine fundraiser from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 at the Geronimo VFW. Sausage plates are $12 and include sausage, rice, beans, bread, and dessert. There will also be a silent auction, cornhole/washer tournament, and more.

Library Accepting Applications for 2023-2024 Winter Art Exhibit The Seguin Public Library will Accepting Applications for 20232024 Rotating Winter Art Exhibit, “New Beginnings,” until Sunday, Dec. 10. The exhibit will open Saturday, Dec. 30 and run through March 13, 2024. Applications are available at www. library.seguintexas.gov or at the library service desks. For more information and requirements 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, Dec. 12. 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.

TLU Community Music Academy Private Lessons Solo Recital The Texas Lutheran University Community Music Academy will have its Private Lessons Solo Recital Presentation at 6 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 11 at the TLU Chapel.

Teen Tuesday Drop-In – Rubber band Bracelets The Seguin Public Library will host its Teen Tuesday at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 12. 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 830401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Tai Chi Tuesday The Seguin Public Library and GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation will host Tai Chi for free at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 12 at the Seguin Public Library. Classes are led by Tai Chi instructor Barry A. Jackson for all skill levels. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Baby Time The Seguin Public Library will have its Baby Time at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec 13. Learn rhymes and bounces to do with babies, sing songs, and listen to 1 baby storybook. Song and rhyme time lasts approximately 25 minutes, followed by baby playtime with scarves, egg shakers, and more. Baby Time is geared towards ages 0-18 and meets every Wednesday. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Family Storytime The Seguin Public Library will have its Family Storytime at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 13. There will be stories, rhymes, songs and other fun early literacy activities for families with children ages 0 to 5 every Wednesday. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Adult Coloring Club The Seguin Public Library will have its free Adult Coloring Club for all skill levels at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 13. Participants will create postcards and gift tags for the Holiday Season. The Adult Coloring Club meets on the 2nd Wednesday of every month. All supplies will be provided. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Mid-Texas Symphony Sounds of the Seasons Concert The Mid-Texas Symphony will have its Sounds of the Seasons Concert at 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10 in the Jackson Auditorium on the campus of Texas Lutheran University. The concert features Conductor, Akiko Fujimoto and Guest Artist, Liliana Guerrero, Soprano and the Comal ISD Children’s Chorus. Tickets and season packages are available at www.mtsymphony.org or by calling 830-463-5353.

Kids Create The Seguin Public Library will have its Kids Create at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 13. Kids are invited to imagine, create, and discover: no bake treats. This event is on a first come, first serve basis, space is limited to 20 kids.

Attendees must be between the listed ages of 6 to 11. Kids Create will meet on the second Wednesday of each month.

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

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

Veterans Education Benefits Info Session There will be a Veterans Education Benefits Info Session

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from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 14 from Northeast Lakeview College and Grand Canyon University. To RSVP, call 830-303-4188 Ext. 1249.

Chamber After Hours Mixer The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its After Hours Mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 14 at Sips & Gulps, located at 501 N. Austin St. Suite B. For more information, call 830-379-6382.

Youth Co-Ed Basketball League Registration is underway for the City of Seguin Parks and Recreation Department’s Youth Co-Ed Basketball League.

The six-week league includes three age divisions: Grades 1 & 2, Grades 3 & 4 and Grades 5 & 6. All practices and games will be played on Saturdays at a Seguin ISD middle school campus. The league begins January 6. The cost is $55 per youth, which includes a jersey and team photo. The deadline to register is Friday, Dec. 15. To register visit https://web2myvscloud.com/wbwsc/txseguinwt.wsc/ splash.html. For more information, call 830-401-2480.

Community Tai Chi The Seguin Public Library and GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation will host Tai Chi for free at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 16 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.

Little League Challenger Program The Seguin Little League will host a new Challenger Program giving children with disabilities a chance to play softball and baseball. A community meeting will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, December 17 at the little league fields at Starke Park.

Lino Print Workshop The Seguin Art League will offer an Illustrated Letters Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, Dec. 18 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Receive an introduction to linear design through carving a block. Includes drawing the image, composing the design, and transferring it to the block. Students will also receive an introduction to color inks and print presentations. The class is limited to 12 adults (12 years to adult).

The cost is $120 with supplies included. For more information, call 830-305-0472 or visit www.seguinartleague.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.

Toddler Time The Seguin Public Library will have its Toddler Time at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 19. 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, Dec. 19. 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.

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Teen Tuesday Drop-In – Button Making The Seguin Public Library will host its Teen Tuesday at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 19. 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 830401-2422 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, Dec. 27. 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.

Tai Chi Tuesday The Seguin Public Library and GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation will host Tai Chi for free at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 19 at the Seguin Public Library. Classes are led by Tai Chi instructor Barry A. Jackson for all skill levels. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Baby Time The Seguin Public Library will have its Baby Time at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec 20. Learn rhymes and bounces to do with babies, sing songs, and listen to 1 baby storybook. Song and rhyme time lasts approximately 25 minutes, followed by baby playtime with scarves, egg shakers, and more. Baby Time is geared towards ages 0-18 and meets every Wednesday. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library. seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Family Storytime The Seguin Public Library will have its Family Storytime at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 20. 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.

LEGO Club The Seguin Public Library will have its free LEGO Club at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 20. Kids ages 3-11 will use their creativity to build with LEGOs. Creations will be displayed on the library bookshelves. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www. library.seguintexas.gov.for additional information.

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

Preteen STEAM Night: Gingerbread Cabin Challenge The Seguin Public Library will host its free Preteen STEAM Night at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 21 for preteens ages 9-12. Youth will participate in science, tech, engineering, art, and math activities and experiments. This event is on a first come, first serve basis, space is limited to 20. Preteen STEAM Night will meet on the third Wednesday of each month. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas. gov. for additional information.

Library Holiday Closures In observance of the Christmas Holiday, the Seguin Public Library will be closed on Saturday, December 23 through Tuesday, December 26. Normal hours will resume at 9 a.m.

Wednesday, December 27. Items may be renewed online, or returned using outdoor book return. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Baby Time The Seguin Public Library will have its Baby Time at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec 27. Learn rhymes and bounces to do with babies, sing songs, and listen to 1 baby storybook. Song and rhyme time lasts approximately 25 minutes, followed by baby playtime with scarves, egg shakers, and more. Baby Time is geared towards ages 0-18 and meets every Wednesday. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library. seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Stuffed Animal Sleepover at the Library The Seguin Public Library will have a Stuffed Animal Sleepover & Pajama Storytime at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, December 27.

Wear your favorite pjs and bring your best stuffed friend to storytime, then leave your stuffie at the library for a fun-filled sleepover at the library. Come back the next day, from 9 a.m. to noon on Thursday, December 28 to see what your cuddly friend got up to. Be sure not to bring your favorite stuffed animal since you’ll be leaving it at the library overnight. This event is for all ages.

Christian Cupboard Annual Food Drive The Christian Cupboard will continue its annual Food Drive through Dec. 31. Donations can be dropped off from 9 to 11 a.m. Mondays through Thursdays at 516 N. Camp St. January 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, Jan. 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 beneficiary will be the Lions Kidsight and entertainment will be provided by Brushy Creek.

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

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

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

Ongoing Community Calendar Items 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline available 24 hours a day in English and Spanish.

Volunteer Van Drivers Needed Guadalupe County Veteran Services Office is in great need of volunteer van drivers. Even those who can only commit to one day per month. Volunteers will drive local veterans who have no transportation to their VA medical appointments in

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San Antonio. To volunteer, call 830-303-4188 ext. 1249.

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

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

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

Salvation Army New Office The Seguin Unit Salvation Army office is located at 205 North King Street. The office is open to receive requests for assistance weekly from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

Volunteers Needed The Guadalupe Valley Young Marines need volunteers. They promote a healthy, drug-free program and need males, 19 years and up who would like to see the program grow by contributing time to help future citizens, boys and girls 8 to 18. Positions available include computer input, physical fitness training, planning/logistics, and medical. Contact Dina Dillon at 423-227-9610 or visit www.gvyoungmarines.org.

La Trinidad Blessing Box - Food Pantry The La Trinidad United Methodist Church invites you to “Take what you need, Bring what you can, and above all be Blessed!” by its Blessing Box Food Pantry located at the corner of the church at 306 E. Gonzales St. in Seguin. The Blessing Box is filled with items to help those in need.

The Country Church Attic The Country Church Attic is now open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Wednesday and Thursday.

Clothing Ministry The Refuge III Clothing Ministry continues to give away clothing, some furniture, dishes, and other items at 7535 Elm Creek Road in Seguin. For further information call 830-3036478.

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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