*New Braunfels News

March Update:

February Update:

Board games, cookies and goodie bags! Great way to finish off a cold week in Austin! Love our teens! We also celebrated our 6th anniversary of serving at The Settlement Home for Children.

January Update:

Our January work shop was beyond amazing! So many talented children.

They created their own inspiration shirts with the help of leaders and volunteers. A delicious home cooked meal was served and can’t forget the dessert! This activity amazed the children! We can’t wait to do it again!

December Update:

Merry and Bright! Santa came to visit the children at Connections! They all were on the nice list this year! Santa brought gifts for the children while Christina served a full home made Christmas dinner! Wishing everyone a happy holiday!

November Update:

October Update:

Happy Halloween We enjoyed a great meal cooked by Nancy!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A warm plate of pasta, side salad, garlic bread and can’t forget dessert! A variety of cookies! Today we had something spooky in mind for the children at The Connection Center. We played spooky Halloween Bingo! Prizes were awarded to each winner! Each child had an opportunity to win a prize! And what’s Halloween without candy!!!

Thank you Christina for making each child a fun goodie bag filled with candy! We can’t wait for the upcoming month, November to give thanks.

 

 

September Update:

Our September workshop was just wow!!! We had almost more volunteers than kids thanks to Women in Medicine Group from Texas State University ! The new Connections facility was opened last week and it is fantastic! We had pizza, cookies and brownies and made DNA strands with twisters, gummy bears and toothpicks and listened to a Bible verse from Jeremiah 1:5 about how God knew us before he formed us in the womb.

Chicktime New Braunfels Managing Leader, Tara, Sunday School class donated Bibles to the kiddos.

We had a great time playing bingo with the kids too! They loved their prizes.! We can’t wait to back in October for some Halloween fun!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

August Update:

Chicktime New Braunfels Co-Leader Christina taught the youth how to make tissue paper flowers. Town Creek Bible Study group provided pizza and cookies and Chicktime New Braunfels Managing Leader, Tara, had goat milk soap her brother sent everyone. 

 

 

Tara made a flower for a girl that was being disrespectful and trying to get our attention in a negative way. She left and came back later. When she was told a flower was made for her, she couldn’t believe it and said I love you over and over. Tara told her she loved her, too. She was moved to tears!

 

 

 

This is why we show up.

Whose life can you change by showing up?

Come join us!! If you can’t join us … donate food ! We are the village! We need each other!

#spreadloveandkindness

 

 

July Update:

The Town Creek Woven Bible Study Group brought pizza, bread sticks and sauce, grape salad and fruit punch for dinner.

Then Nancy showed the Youth at Connections how to decorate cookies to look like a palette with a rice crispiest treat paint brush, all edible, to get their creative juices flowing.

….An if that wasn’t enough …

We had a journaling workshop tonight led by Chicktime New Braunfels Co- Leader, Whitney…

and almost all 12 kiddos participated. They decorated the covers with motivational and decorative stickers and had journal prompts to help them get started writing and drawing. They were still at the table when we packed up and said our goodbyes.

What a blessing!

June Update:

What a blessing to watch the youth at Connections Emergency Shelter get some down town watching a movie with popcorn and a beverage!

May Update:

Our May workshop at Urban Air with the kids who are placed at Connections Emergency Shelter was just plain special!!

So much love!

April Update:

March Update:

I was blown away by all of the connection and care our community brought to the kids at the shelter tonight! The Havenwood Neighbors and friends at Texas state put together such a great meal. The kids loved the sides and were so excited about Chick-fil-A and brownies! Thank you for helping us feed those babies an exciting thoughtful meal tonight!

A big thank you to Shari at Herbaria Healing Arts who taught the kids about oils. She brought beautiful various colored glass roller bottles that the kids selected and we learned all about oils and what each one can do to improve our health. The kids had so much fun partnering with the volunteers who made custom rollers for each kids needs it was really cool to see them transition to calm and happy towards the end of the night. Thank you to WIN at TX State and to all the new and returning volunteers ! Y’all are the heart beat of our chapter, y’all are the ones that share our love and joys with these kids.

I’m so blessed to serve with y’all and I hope to meet new volunteers next month ! Please reach out if you’re interested in getting involved with our chapter and serving next month!

February Update:

It was a beautiful night full of laughter and creativity at Connections Individual and Family Services . There were so many new faces this month that really brought out their creative side’s. This was one of the biggest groups I’ve been apart of since first volunteering. The group started out the night by enjoying Garfield’s favorite lasagna and then moved on to creating inspirational t-shirt’s. The kids were able to create their own shirts and display their motivational words, while also showing off their artistic skills. Thank you so much to everyone that helped make this a great night for the many children we served.

January Update:

Our January workshop was canceled due to the shelter being very under the weather! We will resume in February with the same activity because we know it’s one of their favorites!

December Update:

We didn’t have an official workshop this December, but Christmas was in the air  at Connections so we joined in….,and we got to celebrate with the big man himself. Not only did we get to take photos with Santa we also got to decorate cookies with him! Excited and looking forward to what next year has to bring! Happy holidays and God bless from us to you!

November Update:

A beautiful evening to decorate Connections!

The youth were so pleased with decking the halls with us ! 

We can’t wait to see them in January! Join us~

October Update:

September Update:

Tonight we had a blast at chicktime! We got to practice our individuality by making our own pillow cases. Thank you to Traniece for such a fun and unique activity. A big thank you also goes out to Bridget Sy for all the food she blessed the kids with including chicken casserole and rice. There was not a hungry belly in sight. Spending just a couple hours with these great kids brings me joy beyond words.

August Update:

Another great night for the volunteers of chicktime. Thank you to Garrett for hosting tonight at connections. Everyone’s bellies were full of pizza as we worked on our mandalas. We can’t wait for the next event and we look forward to seeing new faces next month. 

July Update:

Tonight at Connections Individual and Family Services was another amazing event for the kids.Thank you Lori for providing a family style feast on Panda Express, the kids savored every bite !We would like to thank Merillee Wisk Berger for all the activities she brought. Let’s not forget a big thank you to Guardians of the Children – hill country for donating all the stuffed animals, bracelets, and stickers.

The children had an amazing time and the room was filled with laughter, joy, and happiness. We want to thank all the volunteers for the continued help and support for the children. Be sure to follow our Facebook page with updates for upcoming events.

June Update:

Our June workshop was an evening full of gratitude!

It was shared with the teens that an Attitude of Gratitude is a regular habit to express appreciation for all different parts of life, no matter how small and if we could do that we could feel more fulfilled and joyful each day.

Thanks to all the volunteers who showed up with pizza and sweets and those who came to support and encourage the teens during the activity. We are so humbled by each of you.

May Update:

Fun for all at fiesta lanes tonight! Lane 2 for the win!

Thank you Lori and Carl for such a treat you made us all feel so special and loved tonight !

April 2023:

Chicktime fieldtip to the Headwaters was a success ! The kids had a great meal in nature and learned so much on our tour of the Headwaters at the Comal. Thank you to all of our volunteers that fed, taught and connected with the kids at Connections Individual and Family Services

March Update:

February Update:

Wow! what an amazing night with the best kids and volunteers! We decorated candles and shared great food and laughter

chicktime is so great! Come check it out next month!

January Update:

Chicktime tonight couldn’t have been sweeter we had the perfect cold weather meal and made Valentine’s Day cards. The fellowship was wonderful. If you’d like to volunteer with amazing humans who serve incredible youth meet us the last Monday of every month for a really great time.

Thank you to all our volunteers who braved the cold weather to give the youth a little piece of heaven tonight !

December Update:

We did not meet in December as Connections  had many different volunteers reach out to serve.

We will show up in 2023 every month January thru November. Join us. 

November Update:

Tonight was so fun! The made really nice bracelets with the kids to give as a gift to a loved one at Christmas.

Many of them made them for themselves and a few were able to package off their bracelets and send them in a card with a postage stamp. Thank you to our wonderful team who provided dinner, brought supplies, and for always loving our kids and showing them Jesus’s love.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

October Update:

What an incredible night we shared with the kids at Connections Individual and Family Services ! Thank you to to all of our volunteers that shined the light of Jesus and helped put on the best Halloween party ! A big thank you to Braune Farms Fresh Produce for donating all of the fabulous pumpkins those made the evening so special to share that with them ! They have 4 acres of pumpkins to pick from !

If you’re interested in volunteering next month please message me for more info and look out for our next invite for November we typically meet the last Monday of every month at 5:45pm.

September Update:

ChickTime New Braunfels Downtown September workshop –

Pizza and Urban Air Trampoline Park!!

The kiddos loved it. We loved watching them.

Join us each month on the last Monday at 5:45 p.m.

August Update:

This month we all enjoyed decorating water bottles with fun stickers, making key chains and writing goals and affirmations for the school year ! We devoured pizza and homemade chocolate chip cookies too we are so thankful for volunteers who provide the food and activities!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

July Update:

Chicktime last night was full of fellowship and joy ! 

Join us next month at Connections Individual and Family Services

June Update:

Last night we shared yummy food and made tie dye shirts !

Thank you Merrilee for providing the fun

May Update:

Nails by chicktime ! Tonight was really sweet and so much fun. Kids were brought together and new friendships were made as we enjoyed our manicures

 thank you to all the volunteers how made the kids feel loved and well fed !

April Update:

March Update:

Chicktime tonight was abound with laughter and joy ! Zeena hosted a yummy and fun dinner and paint night that was enjoyed by all

We never know how the kid’s day may have played out before we get there but God always brings smiles and warmth by the time chicktime is over. Our workshop never seems to be long enough but luckily we are always back the last Monday of the month. If you’re interested in volunteering with us at Connections Individual and Family Services please reach out or just show up !

Our next event invitation will be posted soon

February Update:

January Update:

Our January workshop was a blast! Rock painting led by Deborah Smith( thank you)… pizza and the best dessert-Klondike sundaes and brownies made by Nancy Rose and Bridget Sy!! Grateful!

When the kids got out the squirt guns and really blasted… we cleared out! Ha!

It was nice to know they had a full evening!

This is Chicktime New Braunfels Downtown … casual, flexible, fun and intentional!

December Update:

Chicktime New Braunfels Downtown did not meet this month to allow other Christmas festivities and parties to take place at Connections. We are gearing up for January. 

November Update:

We had a fun time with the kids tonight we served pizza rolls, salad, cookies, brownies and tea. We made gratitude posters and had lots of laughs. These kids are amazing.

October Update:

Last night we met at Connections Individual and Family Services for a dia de los muertos celebration! We gathered together with some amazing kids and enjoyed a yummy dinner, treats and crafts. Thank you Merrilee for hosting such a fun evening decorating sugar cookies and lanterns!

 

Another big thank you to our first time volunteers who loved and served so sweetly. Come join us the last Monday evening of every month for an experience you will never forget

September Update:

Chicktime New Bruanfels Downtown met last night for our monthly workshop .
Pizza, dominoes, greeting cards, goat milk soap, great conversation.

Two hours … hearts changed.

Please consider hanging out with us one month.
The kids need role models.
The kids need to laugh.
The kids need to feel encouraged.
The kids need people in their corner.

August Update:

July Update:

If you find yourself disappointed that Chicktime New Braunfels Downtown doesn’t have volunteer activities you are in a good place to explore the idea of building a team and re-launching the chapter! The children at Connections love our workshops and we feel the call to find a new leadership team to continue the legacy started there. The children at Connections have faced many hardships and Chicktime workshops offer them hope and encouragement and of course lots of love and laughter.  

If you have a heart for children and/or if you have supported Chicktime New Braunfels Downtown from the sidelines and want to do more….now is the time to act! We will give you all the training you need and help you transition into the leadership role. 

Please contact, Lori Rhodes, Chicktime Founder, at info@chicktime.com for more information. Feel free to look up chicktime.com and find out more about being a Chicktime leader. We promise it’s easy, not time consuming and will change your life.

Come be blessed by being a blessing!

March Update:

February Update:

Help when you can. Be there when you can. Encourage when you can. We miss our friends @ Connections so much! We hope these monthly drop offs are bringing them some joy!

If you’d like more information on how you can help, comment below or message us.

January Update:

Our Chicktime Partner is a 90 day emergency shelter for foster kids. Since Covid started, we have not been allowed to go there. We can drop things off on their porch though. They actually have one case of Covid at the moment.

Dropped off this snowman cake to celebrate the end of January. A basket of “snowballs” was also dropped off along with the instructions for a “Snowball Fight”. You can read the rules in one of the pictures.

After the snowball fight, they were told to not throw them away since there was a message in each snowball. Hope they had fun!!! I decided to make the snowman cake because I make it every year for my son who is 23 years old now! Then I thought up the snowball fight and found rules for the snowball fight online and changed them a bit.

Happy End of January!!

December Update:

No December workshop.

Merry Christmas!

November Update:

November drop off workshop was all about having an attitude of gratitude.

October Update:

The sweet kids at connections will have a “sweet” Halloween with our drop off workshop!!

September Update:

Dropped off a little “sun” shine for the kiddos at Connections… this is how easy it is to just spread a little love during a time we can’t be there in person! Chicktime New Braunfels Downtown shows up no matter what!!

August Update:

Rock painting kits delivered for our August “drop-off” workshop!

We pray it gives the kids some joy in their day…

and they take the story of the Stones of Strength to heart.

July  Update:

Thanks to all those who donated snacks to the youth at Connections.

Donations are still welcomed if you are able please drop off on the front porch at 1414 West San Antonio Street in New Braunfels

February Update:

January Update:

January Update:

December Update:

We did not have a December workshop.

We hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas.

We will see YOU in the New Year.

We Will See YOU in the New Year!

No December Workshop!

November Update:

Happy Thanksgiving! ????????

The kiddos @ Connections showed us that there’s ALWAYS something to be THANKFUL for!

We had a great time playing gratitude games & decorating cupcakes on Tuesday ????????

October Workshop:

Wow what a great turnout for our 1st official workshop!

We had a great time decorating masks and getting into the Halloween spirit @ Connections!

The kiddos, volunteers and staff enjoyed some Frito Pie and bonding time!

Just an all around good time!

Happy Halloween! Hope to see you next month!

A New Chicktime Chapter has been established and there is a wonderful leadership team to grow it!

Meet the leadership team of Chicktime New Braunfels Downtown!

Thank you Deborah Smith for following your heart and bringing a second Chicktime chapter to New Braunfels! 🙂