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Chicktime
Contact Info
Chicktime Boerne Christina Paiz cslopez55@yahoo.com
Chicktime Canyon Lake
Lori Rhodes
lori@mlrhodes.com
Chicktime Denton Amber Watkins amberlynnw22@yahoo.com Chicktime Empowered Jo Ann Parsons leeaar9@hotmail.com Chicktime Encourage Smithson Valley Beth Ann Erhardt erhardt5@aol.com Tejeda Diane Godwin dgodwin831@sbcglobal.net
Chicktime Hope
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Greetings!
Each month I have the honor of addressing each of you from a very deep and personal place. My husband sighs in relief each month that I don't use him as an example of a learning experience I have had. My kids would too if they read the newsletter... but I'm not so sure they know I have a life outside feeding them, paying their bills, listening to them, and making home 'home'.
This month, I would like to address a question I am asked time and time again from friends. How do I hear from God so clearly? I know why but it is very difficult to share because the answer is so simple. Most people wouldn't believe me. So I started researching publications and teachers who have a lot to say on this subject. And I found many. My favorite however is Joyce Meyer's series called How to Hear from God. She has written a book, a bible study, and a daily devotional book as part of this series. I read them all this past month and they are incredibly accurate and better explain how to hear the wisdom of our creator better than I ever could.
If you have ever wanted to know the answers to your deepest questions, or just answers to the simple everyday decisions we all have to make, I strongly encourage you to pick up copies of Joyce's books on the subject.
Nothing thrills me more than this topic (okay, that is not exactly true... I love talking about my family, healing, purpose, and the list goes on!) I would enjoy listening to stories of your journey anytime. So call me, stop by for a cup of coffee or invite me to lunch! I'm here for you!
Joyfully,
Lori
Chicktime Founder
  
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Donna (Hope and SA Chapter Member)
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Chicktime wants to thank Summit Christian Center for bringing such an incredible event to San Antonio! We had a blast and many lives were impacted. Women who attended with Chicktime have shared that the conference has encouraged them immensely... to finally get moving and do something about this 'calling' deep within themselves to help others... to keep going even when it is tough to find the time to volunteer... to embrace the love in their lives they have been overlooking... and on and on and on!
Chicktime encourages all women to post upcoming women's conferences on the chicktime.com calendar!!
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Step Into Africa
Chicktime Austin and the Chicktime Executive Board took the opportunity to tour the acclaimed "Step Into Africa" exhibit by World Vision in Austin, Texas on September 12. The "Experience" gives you the opportunity to see, hear, and experience the greatest humanitarian crisis of our time: AIDS. This interactive exhibit combines a stirring audio tour with captivating photography, transporting you into the heart of Africa. The exhibit focused on the lives of 4 children and the challenges they face and the people who God sends to bring them hope. World Vision once again masterfully captures the heart and soul of this crisis and brings it to those of us that will not otherwise come face to face with it. We will, however, be moved to help just the same.
If you are unable to visit an exhibit in person, please take this opportunity to view the online experience here.
 
Princess Zulu luncheon
Following our tour of the exhibit, we had lunch with a Princess! Though she is not royalty, Princess Zulu was an absolute dream to be in the presence of. Princess (her first name) shared her story of having her parents die from AIDS and the subsequent assumption as the head of her household following their deaths. She is an extremely resourceful young woman and did what she needed to keep her siblings together and alive. Following the birth of her own children, Princess was tested for the virus and found to be positive. In 1997, she was given 6 months to live! "My challenges can become so small when I focus on God. Every day I am reminded of where my focus should be." She believes God has called her to be this voice for the AIDS crisis in Africa and she is answering His call on her life in a very regal manner. Our special thanks to Lora Williams, leader of Chicktime San Marcos and the Austin Women of Vision chapter, for her invitation to join her for this special time with a special lady!
Advocate
Help us advocate in 2011 for new laws to protect women and children globally by emailing us at info@chicktime.com. By joining us, you will receive news about laws and talking points to discuss by phone with your senators and congressmen as well as opportunities to advocate in person.
Find out more about Women of Vision in your area, by clicking here!
*note: there are many ways to get involved with Women of Vision, we will talk more about that in future newsletters... we just focused on advocating this month!
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GROOVY GIRLS!! 
September at the Meadowlands was groovy! We brought back the fashion of the late 60's early 70's with tie-dye t-shirts. The girls got a chance to express their far out side and design a shirt using their favorite colors. It is always fun to see each child's unique personality reflected in her choices. Everyone had a blast and the shirts turned out beautifully. As America was reflecting on the 10th anniversary of 9/11, we wanted to give the girls an opportunity to commemorate as well. In  addition, our local community was recently threatened by a raging wildfire. Hundreds of men and women from various public safety departments worked tirelessly to contain the fire and keep it from spreading to populated areas. After finishing their t-shirts, the girls sat down and created handwritten thank you notes letting the brave police officers and firefighters know how much their efforts to keep us safe are appreciated. Thanks again to all the volunteers who came out to help with Chicktime. We couldn't do it without you! Come join us on October 8th and rewind to the 1950's. Chicktime Boerne would love to have YOU share your gifts and passions with the precious girls at Meadowlands! It is so easy!! If you would like more information on what that entails, contact Christina Paiz at cslopez55@yahoo.com or go to the Chicktime website and subscribe to our roster! Upcoming Events (click on the date to register) Saturday, October 8: Meadowlands Sock Hop! Saturday, November 12: Special Book Reading Saturday, December 10: TBA |
Join us for our October Chicktime!
Please register for this event by clicking on the date below!
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Click here to let us know you want to volunteer with us!
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A meditative and reflecting day at Chicktime
On Saturday, September 10th, Dr. Charlene Werner led our group in a beautiful morning of activities designed to bring peace and calmness to our world! The girls made bath salts that will be given to a family member or friend at an upcoming visit! They enjoyed concocting their own perfect fragrance for the salts and decorating the jars. We had a new group of ladies join us that are hooked on Chicktime! They not only brought yarn and needles to crochet hats with the girls that morning, but they donated a large supply for the girls to use in between Chicktime gatherings. They so appreciate the gift! Dr. Werner shared her wisdom of natural healing through light and sound, and we also taught the girls to art of Origami as they created their very own handmade envelopes. It was an incredibly restorative day. The New Life girls were impacted deeply and there were testimonies from the center that one particular girl had a huge turning point in her life after the Chicktime weekend... together we really do make a difference!
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We are ready to fill the remaining open Monthly Chick Leader spots!
If you are feeling a nudge, contact us at info@chicktime.com and
let us help convince you that you are being called to share your
gifts with a the precious girls at New Life!
Our deepest gratitude to those that have already committed!
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Volunteer Needs at New Life
New Life is in need of surrogate parents to attend the ARDS intake
and exit meetings that the girls have at Trinity Charter School.
Normally the girls' parents are the advocates, but since most of
them are not allowed contact, we use surrogates. Meetings are
held during the day each Wednesday. Surrogates can also
tutor their girl one on one during the school day.
Lisa needs helps in the Point Store for 1 1/2 hours each Thursday afternoon...
can you cover one day each month?
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Chicktime Cooking for a Cause
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Our final "Sizzling" cooking class
was a tasty success! Blanca Perez prepared a gourmet French Country brunch full of easy, but delectable items. Because of Blanca's generosity and that of our other two summer chefs as well as the support of our students, we have met our
first year goal pledged to
CASA of Central Texas!
Keep an eye out for future cooking classes...our summer series was such a hit that we have been asked to do more!
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We are also hosting monthly tours to learn more about CASA of Central Texas and their work! To find out more about how to register
for a tour, click the following link:
CASA Voices Tour
For more information about the tours or to hook us up with new culinary avenues (we are asking local restaurants/bakers/chefs/caterers to partner with us in raising money for CASA), please email us at info@chicktime.com
To order desserts or have a meal catered by PJ (with all proceeds going towards CASA) please contact PJ directly at pjoliver123@yahoo.com
To learn more about CASA visit their website at http://www.casacentex.org/
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Making it Personal!
Chicktime Corpus Christi started
out the fall season with a fun project by Laura & Angelica Mayorga.
Since the girls love personalized items that they can use and take
with them when when they leave,
a colorful tote was the perfect idea! Everyone's creativity blossomed
with paints, glitter & ribbon to inspire them in their beautiful masterpiece!
The most enjoyment came with the exuberant greeting the Chicks received from the girls at Bokenkamp! We were asked why we only visit once a month. Friendships blossomed as the
teens taught each other Spanish
and English words for colors and objects they were using on the totes.
The day ended with everyone looking forward to next month's Chicktime which will be October 22nd. We will be making tied fleece throws for the girls to enjoy during the cooler months. We are also looking forward to Bokenkamp's annual Fashion Show Fundraiser on October 15th. Join us on any month as we make memories and see lives changed (mostly our own)!
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Click here for more information on the 2011 Bokenkamp Fundraiser ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ YouTube video on Bokenkamp Children's center
Upcoming Events (please click on the link to register) Saturday, October 22: Bokenkamp Saturday, November 19: Bokenkamp Saturday, December 17: Bokenkamp |
Chicktime Denton is busy making plans for upcoming events!
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A Great Day in the Park!
Chicktime Empowered was off to a great start at our first event pouring into the lives of kids at the San Marcos Preparatory School's "Day for Kids" event. Our Chapter ladies hosted a booth at Sewell Park on the banks of the gorgeous San Marcos River on September 23, 2011. The event was attended by some 300 kids and their families. We offered lots of popcorn, chances for kids to try their best throws at the Dino Toss and also at fishing for yummy candy! Kids also came away with colorful ribbon hats. During the festivities, God even blessed us with a downpour of beautiful, steady rain!! We are looking forward to next year's "Day for Kids" event!! Thanks to all the ladies who came out to help - JoAnn, Henrietta, Liz (her children dressed as clowns), Rose, and Dianne!
On Saturday October 1, 2011, Chicktime Empowered will host a Baby Shower for Central Texas LifeCare at SMPD Conference Room from 3-5pm. The baby shower will help to restock their SOS Store which offers CTLC clients a vast array of baby items including diapers, bottles, formula, clothes and also maternity clothes. The items in the SOS Store are purchased with points earned by clients attending classes on subjects from prenatal care to child rearing. CTLC is a Christian organization that firmly believes that each client that enters their building definitely has an appointment with God. Their services range from pregnancy tests, STD testing, sonograms for pregnant women, PACE, Abstinence Training, etc. All of their services are offered free of charge to all clients. Please contact Henrietta at 512-878-9827 if you have any questions.
In conjunction with the baby shower on October 1, Chicktime Empowered will officially "Kick-Off" it's start as a Chicktime chapter! All are encouraged to join them in their mission to care for others in their community! Chicktime Empowered is busily planning where it will be serving and caring over the next year! If you are feeling called to share your gifts and passions with those in need in the San Marcos area, please contact Jo Ann at leeaar9@hotmail.com. Please register below if you can attend the kick-off!!
Upcoming Events
(click on link to register)
Saturday, October 1: Baby Shower and Kick-off!
Check back next month for additional future events or visit the
Events Calendar on the Chicktime website.
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Chicktime Hope desires to bring together women who are already leading or serving in charitable organizations that help others. Upcoming Events (click on the event to register) October 1 (Tentative): Welcome Home Shower for Victims sponsored by the White Owl Project October 15: Freedom Legacy Conference November 1 (Tentative): Pamper the Elderly
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 Please plan to join us on Wednesdays from 9-12 when we will be working in the thrift store and can always use the help! If Wednesdays aren't good for you, come on down any other day of the week and give your time at this wonderful spot. First timers? No problem! We will meet you there and help you get acquainted! Please contact Tracy Calhoun.
Upcoming Dates (click on the event to register) October 21 & 22: Haunted House! October 28 - 31: Haunted House October 29: Second Annual Thrift Store Garage Sale Service Reminder At our orientation we challenged each other to sign up at least 5 people a piece for The Good Samaritan Project!!! The race is on and we will give the winner their pick from our Chicktime Merchandise! The Crisis Center is truly a life line for many women and children in their darkest hour. We are reaching out to friends and family asking for their help with the Samaritans Heart Campaign. By agreeing to help all you have to do is pledge $20 a month for the next year. It is a small amount that can make a HUGE difference. If you would rather make a one-time donation instead that is great too! Every penny helps and no amount is too small (or too big!!!) If you would like a pledge card, please let us know and we will mail one to you or you can mail your donation directly to the Crisis Center at 313 W. Debard, Palestine, TX 75801. After you have signed up, they will mail a monthly reminder to you... How easy is that?! Remember also, that Donnie would love to come speak to any church groups, etc. just let him no where and when! 903-723-5858 |
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Going Fishin'!
The children of the Rio Grande Children's Home have a super fun outing coming up this month and we would LOVE for YOU to join us! Our very good friend Bill Martin will be hosting the children on Saturday, October 22 from 1-4 pm at his home (address and directions will be posted on our event on the Chicktime calendar). The children will have the opportunity to swim and do a little fishin'! We will have activities planned for indoors in case of bad weather! And of course there will be snacks!
If this is YOUR thing and you can join us for a fun filled day loving on these children in the outdoors, please contact Tamara Sanchez at 956-207-9050 or tamara@innovativeideas-tx.com. If you plan to attend, please register by clicking on the link below.
Upcoming Dates
(click on the date to register)
Saturday, October 22: Outdoor Fun at Bill Martin's
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Dig it!!
San Antonio Magic Volleyball teamed up with Chicktime this month. Coach Desiree Arredondo, who coaches the 14's (yrs old) national team at SA Magic, brought some of her players (some of which are also "Chicks") to St.Pjs Children's Home. They, along with the Chicktime chicks, practiced passing, serving, and hitting with the girls at St.PJs.
Coach Desi brought alot of energy to the court while sharing her passion for volleyball. The girls had a blast with all the different drills and games she taught them. They also got their pick of a T-shirt, socks, or water bottles donated by SA Magic. Coach Desi had her volleyball players  sign a few of the volleyballs and donate them to St. Pjs so the girls could continue to work on their game!
What a blessing to witness someone sharing their talents, gifts and passion with others. Serving God through serving others. That is God's love hard at work!
Diane, Donnette and Annette
1 John 4:19
We love each other because He loved us first.
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On Sunday, September 18th, Chicktime San Antonio held a volunteer appreciation party for all of the wonderful ladies that have stepped up and led an activity since we started in July 2010 and our most faithful volunteers. The party was held at Aldo's Ristorante. We had a great time reminiscing about the fun things we did over the last 15 months. Everyone enjoyed the fellowship of other women who share their passions and gifts with the girls at St. PJ's every month. We also unveiled the Chicktime Cookbook. All those in attendance received a cookbook as a gift. There were also drawings for door prizes-the ever popular Chicktime caps and bracelets! While the party was a celebration and a token of our appreciation, we can never fully express our gratitude to all of those who have made Chicktime San Antonio possible. God has truly blessed us by giving us all of these beautiful women to carry out our mission to help make the world a better place for the next generation. 
We would also like to thank Aldo Gaffari of Aldo's Ristorante for his generosity in donating the party. The wine and the hors d' oeuvres were fabulous. We congratulate Aldo's on their 25th anniversary!
Have a passion you would like to share? We would love to sign you up to host a month next year. Email us!
Upcoming Dates
(click on the date to register)
Saturday, October 15: St. PJs Pumpkin Fun Run
Details will be coming on our Christmas celebration!
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The Power of Words!
Chicktime San Marcos Founder Lora Williams spoke at Texas State University Annual African American Leadership Conference on September 10th. The mission of the conference is to lay a foundation for educational success of incoming and returning African American students by providing the opportunity for networking and learning. The Empowering workshop for Freshmen through Senior young women and men was titled " Women Fashioned With Word Power!"
Words of a woman and man can build life or tear it apart.
Words are the most underestimated power in our society today.
Proverbs 18:21 - Life & death are in the power of the tongue.
We had an awesome open discussion and God moved greatly as the college students had an opportunity to renounce, and release words that were hindering their lives. through spoken words & prayer.
Upcoming Dates
(click on the date to register)
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It's early, quiet and my mind is filled with yesterdays delight. While thinking about the blessing it is to spend time with the children of Big Springs Ranch, a thought came to me. I can't remember a time in the gospels when Jesus was ever in a hurry, rushed, or to busy to spend time with someone in need. He always had time to spare! Most of us have lost that in the mad rush of this life. We move so fast that we have to keep our eyes on the road (no texting!), with no time for the landscape or the people in it. Please take a moment today to relax, pray, listen and look around you. Can you spare a little time?
Big Springs Ranch News
 The fire boxes were filled with gifts, cards were written and the box was decorated! The report back from our liaison in the Bastrop area was that the outside of the boxes with the sweet artwork and words of encouragement touched each recipient and brought them to tears before they ever even opened the box. The girls were blessed by giving and it showed in their diligence with each box. Thank you to everyone who reached out and gave to make these boxes happen!
Saturday, we made soap and lip balm and let me say the word to describe it... FUN!! The girls enjoyed themselves and the activity, filling little soaps with different jewels and plastic animals and making yummy flavored lip balms. This was a great project idea, thanks to the leaders Alice-Ann and Tammy for helping with another opportunity for us to love on these children and plant seeds of goodness into them.
Thank you, Gaye Morris
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
Big Springs Ranch for Children
Upcoming events
(click on link to register)
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We are thankful to report that Kathy Howerton has contacted Chicktime to lead the Waco chapter! If you live in the Waco area and are feeling called to walk alongside Kathy on this fabulous journey, please contact her at 512-633-9645 or .
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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.
Kerrville
Chicktime fever has spread to the hill country! A group of ladies recently held a Chicktime event at the Hill Country Youth Ranch and their day in a word was AWESOME!! Everything ran smoothly and, most importantly, everyone seemed to enjoy themselves. They made smoothies, taught hula dancing, and even made hairclips and leis! The HCYR residents were very thankful and wanted to know if this group of ladies would be coming back! We are still praying for a leadership team for this chapter. If you or someone you know lives in the Kerrville area and would like to join a roster list that is growing by the day, please email us at info@chicktime.com.
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! If you would like to tour Krause and find out more about Chicktime Katy, email info@chicktime.com.
St. Judes
This wonderful children's home in the Smithson Valley area would love to have a Chicktime group serve their children. Please email info@chicktime.com to learn more. 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 leadership retreat each fall and Discover Chicktime events throughout the year.
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.
Please visit our website www.chicktime.com for more details and contact
info@chicktime.com to set up a visit to learn more about how we can help you!
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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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