Chicktime
Contact Info
Chicktime National
www.chicktime.com
Chicktime Austin
Kimberly Terry
chicktimeaustin@gmail.com
Chickitme Boerne
Need Leader!
lori@mlrhodes.com
Chicktime Canyon Lake
(formerly Chicktime New Life)
Lori Rhodes
lori@mlrhodes.com
Chicktime Concho Pearls
(San Angelo)
Denise Gonzalez
deniseg97@hotmail.com
Chicktime Corpus Christi
Carolina Sizemore
lovepazazdance@yahoo.com
Chicktime
Cooking for a Cause
P.J. Oliver
pjoliver123@yahoo.com
Chicktime Denton
Amber Watkins
amberlynnw22@yahoo.com
Chicktime InCourage
Smithson Valley
Beth Ann Erhardt
erhardt5@aol.com
or
Tejeda
Diane Godwin
dgodwin831@sbcglobal.net
Chicktime Katy
need leader
lori@mlrhodes.com
Chicktime Palestine
Tracy Calhoun
tracyandlily@earthlink.com
or
Amy Stauffer
amystauffer@embarqmail.com
Chicktime San Marcos
Lora Williams
wlorakc324@yahoo.com
Chicktime San Antonio
Donnette Tyler
donnette.tyler@gmail.com
Chicktime Smalltown
(Uvalde)
Dixie Radicke
dixieradicke@sbcglobal.net
Chicktime RGV
(Rio Grande Valley)
Natalie Basham
nova_nm@yahoo.com
Chicktime Waco
Katy Rhodes
Katy_Rhodes@baylor.edu
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 Greetings!
I want to be like Jesus.
Unfortunately, I get wrapped up in being right; wish I didn't. Like earlier this summer when Mike and I were moving Katy into her new apartment. Of course we knew better than Katy how to to go about furnishing a new place... measure the wall space before buying furniture for example. But sadly, we got caught up in being right and it turned out to be a hard day!
The next morning, God showed me a scripture during my quiet time and it stopped me in my tracks. I called Mike and shared with him how wrong we had been. He agreed. I called Katy and told her how sorry we were... and she melted.
God showed me that morning that when HE creates something... He has Jesus right there with Him making it a joyous occasion. I totally understand now that when I am creating something, God wants there to be an atmosphere of joy and celebration... that building and creating something is supposed to an occasion of joy... even during the process.
That is the way I want to lead my family, and this ministry. Invite Jesus to be with me daily, rejoicing before God always as I carry out His purposes. I'm convinced after reading Proverbs 8:30 that God and Jesus have fun together... that there is a party in heaven!!!
I want to be like Jesus!
Joyfully,
Lori Rhodes
Chicktime Founder
"Then I was beside Him as a master and director of the work; and I was daily His delight rejoicing before Him always." Prov 8:30
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Introducing New Chicktime Chapter
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Carolina Sizemore
Founder Chicktime Corpus Christi
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The women of Corpus Christi Chicktime have a heart for reaching out to the world, but not every woman is able to take a mission trip to another country...Bokenkamp brings the heart of those countries to Corpus Christi! Young teens from virtually every nation in Central and South America make the trek to America to escape deplorable living conditions. They bring nothing; some arrive barefoot, hungry and thirsty with only the clothes they have on. Bokenkamp Children's Shelter serves the needs of these unaccompanied refugee minors with access to opportunities and resources that will empower them to have a hope for a brighter future. Corpus Christi Chicktime is bringing a little piece of that hope to Bokenkamp once a month, sharing a small amount of time and gaining a lifetime of joy!
Corpus Christi Chicktime had our very first event at
Bokencamp Children's Shelter, Saturday June 26th! It was an amazing
experience for all! Please contact Carolina for more information! lovepazazdance@yahoo.com
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The June event for Austin Chicktime was spent enjoying the
children at the Texas Baptist Children's Home.
We had planned outdoor activities for the morning and as we
were driving to the campus it began to rain. I promptly thanked God for sending rain, but boldly asked if
he could hold off for the next 2 hours. He answered that prayer and it stopped
raining and the sun came out. It was beautiful.
Outside we had water balloon sling shots that worked some of
the time, and when it became too slow, a water balloon fight broke out that had
everyone laughing and needless to say wet. Then came the water guns. There were enough for everyone to
have 2 and so we got wetter. Well
that wasn't enough, so we played a relay game with 2 teams. Each team had to
carry a bucket of water on their head to their teams tub and empty it. The
first team with a full tub won. Oddly enough someone had drilled holes in the
bottom of the buckets and everyone got soaked. It was as much a blast to watch as it was to play.
Some people didn't want to get wet, so indoors we made
bracelets with memory wire and beads of all different colors. The girls made
many different styles, colors and patterns. They were all beautiful.
In the gym some of the kids played with oversized beach
balls, volleyballs and soccer balls.
It was a fun day. And as we were loading up the car to leave
it started to sprinkle. God was so good to give us the 2 hours together. We
will look forward to time with the TBCH kids in September.
Please
contact chicktimeaustin@gmail.com for further details and
sign up to volunteer your time in a place that fits you!
As
Chicktime Austin looks towards the future we are so excited with all the new
and fantastic opportunities that are heading our way! We look forward to
sharing this journey with you and sharing the joy it will bring us all!
Kimberly
Terry, Monica
von Waaden, Kelley
Worden Chicktime Austin Founders
Upcoming Dates:
Texas
Baptist Children's Home:10-12pm Sept. 11th, Oct. 9th,
Dec. 4th
At
Home Service Projects:10-12pm July 10th, August 6th,
Nov. 13th
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Chicktime Canyon Lake
(formerly Chicktime New Life)
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Chicktime in June was led by Kristi Earles (brought her band), Terri Watts (brought thousands of dollars worth of medical supplies that the New Life girls packed in kits to send to AIDS caregivers in Africa), and The Oliver girls, Paula and Haylee (organized a fabulously insightful journal activity for our girls!)
If you are interested in learning more about the AIDS Caregiver Kits, please visit www.http://www.worldvision.org/content.nsf/getinvolved/caregiver-kits-church-volunteer-activity
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DATES FOR NEW LIFE**register online for Chicktime events!
July 10, 2010: Pamela Vandermey-Collins- Careers & Money
August 14, 2010: Lora Williams/ Rosa & Lexi Roberts
September 11, 2010: NEED LEADER!!!
October 9, 2010: Terri and Jessica Watts- Theme to be announced
November13, 2010: Audra Hughes- Exposing God's Beauty
December 11, 2010: Natalie Avalos & the Crossroads Women- Christmas Party
To learn more about New Life Children's Treatment Center www.newlifechildrenscenter.org
To learn more about St. Jude's Ranch for Children http://www.stjudesranch.org/contact_location.php
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Concho Pearls (San Angelo)
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This month we took the girls to Pottery Barn. A place for them to select a piece of ceramicware to paint and make their own. Four of our girls chose mugs and one chose a bowl. We had a real relaxed and fun time with them. We talked about school, movies, politics, and really whatever topic they brought up. Our group of girls are so unique, beautiful and a joy to be around.
Come join us one month to see what we are all about! Please contact us about sharing your gifts and passions with these young ladies.
Denise, Natlee, and Tamara
Please visit the Chicktime.com calendar to sign up for our events. Contact conchopearls@chicktime.com for more information.
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Chicktime Cooking for a Cause
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 We have been busy with life and love and are still here to serve you and the children of Central Texas! Contact PJ today for your dessert needs! Remember, ALL proceeds are donated to CASA of Central Texas!
PJ: pjoliver123@yahoo.com
To learn more about CASA visit their website at http://www.casacentex.org/
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Chicktime Corpus is busy planning our summer events and our Kick-off!
Please save the date for September 25th and plan to join us for a fabulous event supporting our children's home, Bokenkamp Children's Shelter! Bokenkamp Children's Shelter is an emergency shelter for approximately 60 unaccompanied refugee children from Central and South America, ranging in age from infants to teens. These children have all experienced some form of traumatic separation from their families. Bokenkamp provides short-term care that will leave a long-term impact in these children's lives by offering shelter, education and spiritual care.
To learn more about how to serve these kids through Chicktime, contact Carolina at lovepazazdance@yahoo.com
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Smithson Valley Chapter
The InCourage group wrapped up the school year with a fun pool party at Rachel Davis' house. They were given the gift of a summer bible study called the "A Daughter's Worth" which they have met every Wednesday since to discuss what it means to live as a daughter of the King! At the end of one Wednesday night, the group had the opportunity to pack Caregiver Kits for the Christian humanitarian organization called World Vision. These kits contain basic care essentials like gloves, petroleum jelly, cotton balls, washclothes, etc. for caregivers that volunteer their time to care for AIDS patients throughout Africa. The girls were moved by the video that demonstrates the extreme need for both the caregivers and the patients. It was both a JOYFUL and HUMBLING evening!
Chicktime InCourage is designed to bring moms and their
daughters together in fun and fellowship to strengthen our
relationships and those of our peers.
To contact us email Beth Ann Erhardt erhardt5@aol.com.
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On June 23 Chicktime
Palestine gathered at the Anderson County Crisis Center to give the Thrift
Store yard some much needed TLC.
The results were stunning!
As people drove past, they looked and took notice! People that went past everyday stopped
and asked 'What is this place?' and we had the honor of telling them about the
Crisis Center! As we told them
about the Crisis Center mission they started to ask 'How can we help?'!!! When we first met with the director Mr.
Hammock, he said that his number one goal was to get the Crisis Center name out
into our community... our plan was starting to work!! Amy and I honestly feel that if the ladies of
Chicktime can show this place love and beauty on the outside, it will overflow
into the lives of the people that work, donate, volunteer, and turn there for
help! This place is amazing and it should show it! So, next time you are out and about....drive by and take a
look at the Anderson County Crisis Center!
On July 21st we
are planning to do some spring cleaning! In the offices we are going to shampoo
carpets, dust and do whatever we can to help. They are on a very limited budget and when the staff takes
time away to do thesetasks it is
taking away from their time dedicated to helping people in need. We are also hoping
to paint the doors of the thrift store (this may have to be done on a Sunday
when they are closed.)
Our Kickoff party is still
set for August 26th....we will mail out invitations soon! Orientation is on September 18th and the first
'Official' Chicktime is October 26th.
The Thrift Store can
always use volunteers. If you
would like to volunteer please contact 903-723-5858.
Also they can always use
donations....so next time you clean out a closet or spring clean, please remember
the Crisis Center!
Please take a look at our
calendar and if you know of anyone that is interested in learning more about Chicktime
Palestine, please pass along our info!
Love, Tracy Chicktime Palestine Co-Founder tracyandlily@earthlink.net
Recap of Dates:
June 23rd, 9am -12 noon, scheduled to build flower beds at the Crisis Center
July 21st, 9am-12 noon at the Crisis Center, activity TBA
August 18th, 9am-12 noon at the Crisis Center, activity TBA
August 26th from 6-8pm, Chicktime Palestine Kick-off at the home of Tracy Calhoun
Please go online and register for these events. You may also email Tracy or Amy. Bring friends!!!
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Our June Chicktime RGV event was sensational! The children all were given new swimsuits, towels, and pool toys for our monthly event. We served hotdogs, chips, and cookies for lunch and returned to the pool after eating. Four hours of splashing, swimming, and water guns fights not only serve to bring the children immense fun, but our 10 volunteers had a blast as well while keeping cool. Thanks so much to Jennifer, Lori, and Ana for all their work organizing the event. Not only did more children than ever come for the pool party at the Tanglewood subdivision, but the number of volunteers doubled from May as well.
The event went so well, that we scheduled another pool party for July 24 at Tanglewood for the children of the RGV Children's Home.
The month of June proved to be a great month for both the children and our volunteers. Thank you Ana and Jaime Rodriguez for organizing Sunday at the International Art and Science museum in McAllen, TX for all 20 of the current residents of the children's home June 1.
By the second week of June, house fathers Joey and Rocky proudly announced that three brothers who have been residents of the children's home for the past eleven years recently were adopted by a gentlemen from Houston. Although it's always hard to say goodbye to the children once strong bonds are formed, the staff celebrates when the children can be permanently returned to their families and/or placed in healthy, loving homes. The angels were singing songs of praise for those boys as they traveled to their new homes.
The news gets better! Last week, a family of five siblings were also reunited with their parents. The house parents always appreciate when the support the children's home and the community provides results in children being reunited.
This week, the Children's Home welcomed three new children. We cannot wait to meet them at our next event.
Nellie Garcia has graciously taken on the role of volunteer coordinator while the Children's Home searches for a new coordinator. If you want to volunteer to work with the Children's Home outside of the Chicktime RGV events, feel free to reach out to her at 956 585 4847. The house parents appreciate any time given to the children.
Our next event will be July 24 from 10:30 - 1:30 at the Tanglewood Community Pool
Volunteers are welcomed to bring their children to this pizza and pool party.
We are now accepting donations for our school supply drive for the Children's Home. We'd like to send all the children to school with enough supplies to last through fall semester. We'd like to have a "Back to School" bash for the kids August 15 where we present them with full backpacks. Natalie Basham and the IDEA Mission Class of 2013 is organizing this event. Contact her at 956 878 3176 to arrange a donation pick-up/drop-off or find out more about next month's event.
We need LEADERS for the remaining months of 2010.
I deas you can organize for the children:
Visual arts (painting, drawing, coloring, and ceramics)
Readers' Theater
Field day (outdoor activities including kickball, sack races)
Cooking lessons
Gardening
Talent Show
Easter Egg painting and hunt
Bird watching
Scrapbooking
Board/card Games or Video Games
Checkers or Chess tournament or lessons
Mad libs
Calligraphy or handwriting lessons
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Chicktime
San Antonio had their first activity at St. PJ's on June 19th and
it was everything we had prayed it would be. About 15 middle and high
school girls showed up for the "Spa" party and were pampered by
our volunteer nail technicians (AKA---chick volunteers)! The girls rotated
between pedicure and manicure stations and were also treated to shoulder
massages and snacks and drinks. We ended our time together with a
circle-up game of sharing to help us all get to know more about each other.
Jennifer Clarke, Chicktime Inc. treasurer,closed us up in prayer. What a
blessing it was to finally get our Chicktime Chapter started. We are positive that God is going to
use this ministry for his glory and we would love for you to join us on the
journey.
For
more information on next month's activity, visit the website or contact Annette
Goodson at annettegoodson@sbcglobal.net and
she can tell you more about the baking activity she is co-leading with Liz
Kal-Perry. You won't want to miss this one!
This is a
large work I've called you into, but don't be overwhelmed by it. It's best to
start small. Give a cool cup of water to someone who is thirsty, for instance.
The smallest act of giving or receiving makes you a true apprentice. You won't
lose out on a thing.
Matthew 10:42 (The
Message)
Blessings,
Diane
Godwin and Donnette Tyler
Co-founders
of Chicktime San Antonio
Chicktime San Antonio Schedule:
June
19th-Diane Godwin & Donnette Tyler --Spa Day
July
17th-Annette Goodson & Liz Kall-Perry --Cooking
Aug.21-Kendra
Barnes,Janet Irwine,Stephanie Parker,Nancy Persyn,Laura Najvar--Bunco
Sept.18th-
Kelly Vizzone--Zumba Dancing
October
16th- Amie Bradley (Trinity Univ. Head Girls Basketball
Coach)-Basketball clinic
November
20th-Mari and Emily Alexander-Arts and Crafts
December
18th-Elisa, Chelsea and Makenzie Cook-Christmas Party
January
15th 2011-Patti Rittiman-Powder Puff Football
February
19th 2011- Peri Villanueva & Diana Flores (activity TBA)
March
19th 2011-Becky Fralix-Photography
April
16th 2011-Kelly Fowler-Volleyball Clinic
May
21st 2011-Colleen Douglas-Art |
Chicktime Smalltown volunteers
had a great time with the girls of Big Springs Ranch on Saturday. One of our members Angie Arredondo led
us in Cross-Fit drills. The girls
were great sports trying all the different moves with balls and floor
ladders. Then they played games
with the volleyball and had a healthy snack.
Every month and each event
brightens the life of the children and the volunteer that gives up a Saturday
morning to love on these girls.
Each girl is so special and grateful. If you haven't jumped in there and tried the volunteer
program of your Chicktime group let me encourage you, it will be your blessing. Remember the words of
Jesus "Anyone who welcomes a little child like this on my behalf welcomes me,
and anyone who welcomes me welcomes not only me, but also my Father who sent
me." Jesus said this to the disciples because they were acting pretty full of
themselves and had let there importance and position cloud their purpose. He was trying to remind them our
true life is in Him and He was a servant.
Thank you fellow servant Chicks!
July 24, we will go to the Frio
River for games and hamburgers 11 am to 2 pm. August 28, Flying L Guest Ranch in Bandera, water park and
lunch. If you are interested contact
Gaye Morris, Volunteer Coordinator 830-591-4787, and gayemorris2@yahoo.com.
Chicktime Smalltown Volunteer Calendar
DATES FOR BIG SPRINGS RANCH: Leakey, TX
July 24, 2010
Frio River for games and hamburgers 11am-2pm
Leaders: Kimberly Ilse, Jolene Williams, Karla King
August 28, 2010
Flying L Guest Ranch in Bandera, water park and lunch
NEW LIFE CHILDREN'S CENTER: Canyon Lake, TX
Each month on the second Saturday there is an opportunity to serve with Chicktime New Life New Life Children's Center in Canyon Lake Please look for infomation in up coming e-mails or go to the schedule of events at www.chicktime.org
For information about any of our volunteer opportunities please contact:
Gaye Morris gayemorris2@yahoo.com
Smalltown Volunteer Committee
To learn more about Big Springs Ranch for Children www.thousandangels.org/ranch.htm
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 Chicktime Waco needs a wise woman to join our team! We have lots of passion and are in need of mature direction for our chapter!
Please contact Katy Rhodes for more information. Katy_Rhodes@Baylor.edu
To learn more about the Methodist Children's Home (the children we serve):
http://www.methodistchildrenshome.org/
To read a really cool story about the girls we serve:
http://www.methodistchildrenshome.org/PDF/Winter_2010_final.pdf
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Chicktime Chapters in the Works
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Women from across our state are in the process of forming Chicktime groups as we speak. They are in different stages and ALL need you! Please contact any of these women if you are feeling your heart tug in their direction, or know someone in their area you can share this newsletter with.
Katy
Chicktime Katy is in need of a leader. The Krause Children's Home in Katy is READY for Chicktime but without a leader... nothing can happen! To get involved today, contact lori@mlrhodes.
Boerne
Chicktime Boerne is in the process of forming a Chicktime group. They are currently in the process of looking for women to lead the monthly programs. To learn more, contact lori@mlrhodes.com
Denton
Amber Watkins is spearheading an effort to found a Chicktime Chapter in Denton to serve the Children of the Nelson Center. Please contact Amber for more information. She is currently planning a road trip to bring her team to Discover Chicktime July 9-10. If you would like to join in, contact Amber! amberlynnw22@yahoo.com
St. Judes
This wonderful children's home in the Smithson Valley area would love to have a Chicktime group serve their children. Please contact lori@mlrhodes.com or todjen@gvtc.com for more information. We are building a roster of interested members so contact us today if you would like to be added to the list!
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I want a Chapter in my area!
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With the enthusiasm of many new women interested in starting new Chicktime groups we thought it might be helpful to share with you how a new start up works!
First, contact Lori Rhodes lori@mlrhodes.com.
We are available to share the vision with your group if you would like us to travel to your area.
Once you decide to follow your heart and jump in, Chicktime is there to support you.
We offer a complimentary retreat for your founding team to attend a Chicktime event, free bookeeping (chicktime is a 501 (c) (3) public charity), free webpage on www.chicktime.com, free use of the fabulous Chicktime Calendar with unlimited postings and online registration for your events, wholesale pricing on all Chicktime merchandise to help with your fundraising, free publishing of your latest news in the Chicktime National Newsletter, invitations to all Chicktime National events, and as much hand holding as you need to get up and going!
Visit chicktime.com for a more complete listing of our start-up resources!
Asking the question of Why Chicktime? Call or email Lori and lets girl talk!!!
Food for thought: Have you ever wanted to deepen your relationships with the women in your life... with your daughters, your mothers, your sister, your friends... bring them to Chicktime and watch the walls come down... that is how the Holy Spirit works... walk in service to Him... and all your heart's desire will become yours. We can't explain it... we just know it to be true! And talk about new friendships... these are the real kind based on purpose and love.
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What is Chicktime National
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Chicktime, Inc. is a 501 (c) (3) public charity. With the new Chicktime groups forming, it is important for all members to realize there is a 'parent' organization that each Chick belongs to as well as her local Chicktime Group! We have decided to refer to Chicktime, Inc, the umbrella for our non-profit status as Chicktime National. Chicktime Inc. is our official name... but that is oh so boring!
This is important because in addition to the individual Chicktime group events, Chicktime National will also hold quarterly events as a way to introduce the idea of Chicktime to new friends and to provide opportunities for ALL the Chicks to come together.
Our conversations at the national events always seem to boil down to a common theme... the intrigue that so many women in one room share a common vision! Chicktime National offers a mission or leadership trip each spring, a summer retreat just for fun, as well as our national conventionuld in the fall.
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To purchase Chicktime Gear contact your local Chicktime Chapter. All proceeds go towards their local charities.
Chicktime Gear is available wholesale only to Chicktime Chapters. Contact lori@mlrhodes for current wholesale pricing.
If you would like to charter a Chicktime Chapter, contact Lori as well!
We are available to come out and set up a booth at your next event. All proceeds from the booth will go towards Chicktime Charities!
Free Chicktime Devotionals
availabe through your local Chicktime Chapters! Ask your Chapter about getting one today!
Follow this link to the free online version to check it out!
http://www.bobgass.com/todaysword.php
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We would like to encourage you to use the Chicktime Online Features from our www.chicktime.com website.
Newsletter/Chapter sign-up:
If you are receiving this email from Chicktime (not a forward), you are already registered online to receive the newsletter, but we encourage you to visit our website anyway and update your profile. This serves two purposes. One, we most likely typed your information in and maybe we didn't do it correctly! And two, once you learn how to use this simple process, you will most likely encourage everyone in your life to go to www.chicktime.com to sign up to receive our newsletter as well. Many husbands, dads, etc receive the newsletter and we LOVE that!!!
Simple Process:
Log onto www.chicktime.com (or click the link in the pink box to the right)
Scroll to bottom of homepage
Place your cursor in the little box, type in your email address, and click on 'go'
From there, follow the prompts and look for a verification email!
Once you receive the verification email:
Check the 'general interest' box for National Newsletters only
Check any other box (you may check them all) if you would like to keep up with those chapters!
That is it! Now you will receive information about upcoming events for each chapter you are interested in!
Online Registration for Events:
Log onto www.chicktime.com
Click on 'calendar of events'
Click on 'go to event calendar'
Click the 'register' button for any events you would like to attend
Follow the prompt to fill out your contact information
That is it! You are registered!
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Chicktime is a grass roots movement meant to support and encourage women living on the wild side, pursuing their passions with gusto. It is our belief that if each woman on the planet right now takes her place we can together accomplish the phenomenal.
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