7815 Mainland

Phone: 210-226-6232

www.parent/child inc.com

E-mail: someone@example.com

MISSION STATEMENT The mission of Parent/Child Incorporated is to provide high-quality early childhood developmental and educational services in order to empower our children and their families to become responsible citizens who value education and community.

Parent/Child Incorporated (PCI)

of San Antonio& Bexar County

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Merry Christmas and a

Happy New Year!

Dear Parents,

Christmas is approaching so quickly. For

some families, this is a tough time of the

year because of finances. If you are

having trouble making ends meet, there are

many charities that may be able to help you

during this holiday season! Did you know in

the City of San Antonio & Bexar County

area, there are several holiday events that

are free? Many charities provide support-

ive services for those who are dealing with

financial hardship. You may qualify for toys,

clothing etc. by applying now. Life happens

and sometimes you just need a helping

hand. In this newsletter you will find a

small list of some of the great services

provided by charities and some freebies to

enjoy with your family !

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Sincerely,

Dr. Sharon Small

Merry Christmas!

Christmas Safety Corner

The Spirt of Giving

Parent/Child Incorporated (PCI)

2017 Parent Gazette

Holiday Edition 2017 November/December

Volume 1, Issue 1

Thank You for “Growing San Antonio's Tomorrow…Today!”

Dr. Sharon Small, PhD., -

Chief Executive Officer/HS/EHS Director

Salvation Army - San Antonio and Bexar Coun-

ty Area Command

Location is 521 W Elmira

San Antonio, TX 78212

Call 210-352-2000

The non-profit offers help around the main holiday’s,

including Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

Thousands of children across the city and the county

receive gifts, toys, and other support from the non-

profit. They also have several offices. The main pro-

gram offered is Angel Tree, and it allows people from

the community to “adopt” a child and buy them

books, games, toys, and clothingSAPD Blue Santa

Program

Residents of the City can look into the SAPD Blue Santa

Program. This may have items around Christmas. The main

centers are listed below, as well as phone numbers.

East - (210) 207-7781

Central -(210) 207-7410

North - (210) 207-8126

West - call (210) 207-7420

South - (210) 207-8191

North Western - (210) 207-7425

Catholic Charities

Administers social service programs and provides assistance, including around the holidays such as Thanksgiving and Christmas. Referrals, in-formation, and other support may be provided to low income families, seniors, and children. For more information call, (210) 222-1294/ or (210) 433-3256

Christmas Charities

Toys for Tots

Christ

mas

Feast

of

Sharing

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Merry

Christmas Feast of Sharing

Sponsored by HEB, Henry B

Gonzalez Convention Center -

San Antonio, TX 78205

This is a free dinner that takes place most years. The

program is known as Feast of Sharing Christmas

Dinner and it takes place every Saturday before

Christmas at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Cen-

ter, specifically Halls A & B. The meals and event is

free and open to the general public too, regardless of

someone’s income. Many people who are struggling to

buy a full meal on their own take advantage of the

program.

Several local charities participate. The enrollment dates are limited.

Low income families with children can

be given free, unwrapped toys, games, electronics, books, and more.

The Christmas program supports

single mothers, immigrants in San Antonio, and the working poor

among others

Toy sign-up (online) November 1st -

December 8 for Age Groups Newborns - 12

years of age ONLY

Toy Pick-up will begin on Saturday, December 16 – Thursday, December 21 2017. Starting with the first letter in your last name. The dates and times are as follows: A thru G ~ TBD H thru N ~ TBD O thru U ~ TBD V thru Z ~ TBD DOCUMENTS NEEDED AT TOY PICK UP: NO EXCEPTIONS ~Valid State or Government ID ~Proof of Residence with CURRENT ADDRESS ~Birth Certificate for your child(ren) *ORIGINAL B.Certificate* Note 1: If child has been placed in your home by the court system you MUST have required documentation. Note 2: Failure to have the appropriate documentation will automatically disqualify you and/or your family from picking up toys. NO EXCEPTIONS To sign up go to san-antonio-tx.toysfortots.org

Elf Louise gives all of its applications out to 193 social service agencies, schools, and the Housing Authority. We do not take any applications at the Elf Louise office or on-line. To apply for gifts for your children, the only rule we have is that you are not able to provide toys for your chil-dren at Christmas. If this is your situation this year, contact your school or housing manager, or social service agency that is already serving you to see if they have Elf Louise application. For more details call or talk to your Family Service Worker (210) 224-1843 Email: elflouise@elflouise.org

THE ELF LOUISE CHRISTMAS PPROJECT

Christmas Coloring For Kids

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Ingredients

Cookies

3 cups (425g) all-purpose flour

1 Tbsp ground ginger

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1/4 tsp ground cloves

1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

3/4 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

3/4 cup (165g) packed dark brown sugar

10 Tbsp (142g) butter, softened about halfway

(it should still hold it's shape pretty well and be cool)

1 large egg yolk

1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 cup (172g) molasses (not blackstrap)

1 - 2 Tbsp milk

Icing

3 (420g) cups powdered sugar

1 1/2 Tbsp (15g) meringue powder

4 - 6 Tbsp water

(Instructions Continued)

occasionally stopping and scraping down bowl. Mix egg yolk

and vanilla. Mix in molasses and 1 tbsp. milk. With mixer

set on low speed slowly add in dry ingredients and mix until

combined, while adding additional milk as needed just to bring

dough together. Divide dough into two equal portions then roll

each portion out evenly to 1/4-inch thickness (into more of a

oblong or rectangular shape so it will fit on a cookie sheet)

between two sheets of parchment paper. Chill on a cookie

sheet in freezer 10 - 20 minutes, or until firm then cut into

shapes using cookie cutters. Remove from paper using a thin

metal spatula or pastry scraper if needed then transfer to a

cookie sheet, spacing cookies about 1-inch apart, and bake in

preheated oven 8 minutes or until slightly set (they should

leave a slight indentation when touched). Repeat process with

remaining cookies. Remove from oven and cool on baking sheet

2 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Once

cool pipe icing over cookies to decorate and add sprinkles if

desired. Let icing set at room temperature and store in an air-

tight container (note that these cookies are even better and

softer the second day).

For the icing:

Add powdered sugar and meringue powder to the bowl of an

electric stand mixer. Fit mixer with paddle attachment, add in

4 Tbsp water and the vanilla them mix on low speed until

combined. Add more water to thin as needed and increase

speed and whip mixture until it is glossy and thickens up. Tint

with food coloring if desired. Transfer to piping bags fitted

with tiny round tips.

(Recipe taken from https://

www.cookingclassy.com/gingerbread-cookies/)

Gingerbread Cookies

Instructions

For the cookies:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a mixing bowl whisk

together flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, baking

powder, baking soda and salt for 20 seconds, set aside. In

the bowl of an electric stand mixer fitted with the paddle

attachment cream together sugar and butter until well

combined, occasionally stopping and scraping down bowl.

Mix egg yolk and vanilla. Mix in molasses and 1 Tbsp

Free Christas Holiday

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Saturday, November 25: Arneson River Theater, 418 Villita St, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Free admission to Holly Daze Dance Performances! Enjoy holiday dance performances performed by San Anto-

nio Parks and Recreations Dance Troupes. For information call (210) 207-3132 or go to SAParksandRec.com.

:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.: Esperanza Peace and Justice Center, 922 San Pedro, 78212

28th Annual International Peace Market.

Friday, November 24 and Saturday, November 25: Main Street in Boerne, Texas, 1:00 p.m. – 11:00

p.m.

Taking place on Thanksgiving weekend each year (Friday and Saturday, from 1:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.), this

year’s 18th annual Dickens on Main invites you and your family to welcome the holiday season on the Hill

Country Mile in downtown Boerne with a free, family-friendly festival full of the sights, sounds, tastes, wonder,

and delight of Christmas.

Saturday, November 25: Comfort, Texas, 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Christmas in Comfort: A full day of arts and crafts vendors, food, shops, live entertainment, a visit with Santa,

fireworks, and a parade.

Saturday, November 25: Arneson River Theater, 418 Villita St, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Free admission to Holly Daze Dance Performances! Enjoy holiday dance performances performed by San Anto-

nio Parks and Recreations Dance Troupes. For information call (210) 207-3132 or go to SAParksandRec.com.

Saturday, November 25: Milam Park, 500 W Houston St, 78207, 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Fantasyland at Milam Park, presented by Jefferson Bank will combine an old family tradition and our beloved

tree lighting to create a magical FREE event for children and adults alike. There will be various children’s en-

tertainment groups, face painting, train rides, and of course… visits with Santa Claus himself! The lighting of

the Christmas tree, takes place at dusk. One lucky child in attendance will be chosen to help Santa Claus pull

the switch for the first lighting of the holiday season. Cookies and hot chocolate provided by Mi Tierra’s to fol-

low.

Tuesday, November 28: Texas A&M University-San Antonio, Central Academic Building Courtyard,

One University Way, 78224, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Join this University community for the lighting of Main Campus as they celebrate Lights of Esperanza! Take a

magical spin on the ice skating rink, play in real snow on the snow playground and take a selfie in a human

snow globe. Need a break? Grab some free refreshments all evening! Free admission, and open to the public!

Thursday, November 30: 16641 La Cantera Parkway, 78256, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

The halls will be decked and the sounds of Jazz will emanate through the air at La Cantera Resort’s annual tree

lighting celebration! Perfect for the entire family, this holiday event will feature a live jazz performance by na-

tional jazz sensation Paul Taylor, festive cocktails, holiday treats, photos with Santa and more. You’re invited to

ring in the holiday season, La Cantera style, on Plaza San Saba. If there’s a chill in your air, be sure to bring

your favorite blanket to curl up by the fire pits!

Friday, December 1 – Friday, December 22: San Antonio Riverwalk, 6:15 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Ford Holiday Boat Caroling: more than 185 school, church, company, and civic choral groups ring in the holi-

days

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Free Holiday Events for 2017

Friday – Sunday, December 1-3: San Antonio Riverwalk, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Ford Fiesta de las Luminaries: Experience the Holiday serenity of the River Walk as you stroll along the

lush banks of the San Antonio River guided by more than 6,000 Luminaries. Warmly glowing candles in

sand-filled bags line the walkways to symbolically mark the “lighting of the way” for the Holy Family. This

century’s old tradition begins at dusk Friday, Saturday & Sunday only.

Saturday, December 2 – Sunday, December 3: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Green Christmas Market Days: 100 vendors offer Christmas gifts, uniquely crafted items and packaged Tex-

as foods. Free admission.

Saturday, December 2: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on the corner of UTSA

Blvd. and Valero Way, 6240 UTSA Blvd., 3:30 p.m. & 6:00 p.m.

Free performance of Handel’s Messiah. Kids welcome! Two wiggle rooms will be set-up in the back of the

church for children who wish to use their voices or move around. Audio for the performances will also be

available in these rooms. The performance runs 90 minutes and prelude performances will begin 20-30

minutes before each Messiah performance.

Saturday, December 2: Gruene, Texas, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Gruene Town Lighting: Watch as Cowboy Kringle rides into town on horseback and lights Gruene for the

Holidays. Celebrate with live musical performances with festival food and wine available for purchase. After-

wards, get some holiday shopping done at Gruene’s 30+ stores, cozy up to a fireplace for dinner at

the Gristmill, head over to Mozie’s for a cold one, or stop by the Hall for the show that evening.

Saturday, December 2: Main Plaza located at 115 N. Main Avenue, 78205, 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

10th Annual Silver Bells in the City. Come join in the celebration and see the beautiful tree light up the pla-

za. Centered where Elizondo Plaza meets Main Plaza near historic San Fernando Cathedral, you can see the

tree light up and shine from all directions. Sharing in this special family event are special guest speakers,

music, mariachi, Santa Claus, food, fun and more. Free and open to the public, Main Plaza is family friendly,

pet friendly, bike friendly and Christmas holiday season friendly.

Tuesday, December 5: Travis Park, 311 E Travis St., 78205, 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Join Slab Cinema for Movies by Moonlight. The movie is National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. Get there

early for a good spot. The movie will start at dusk.

Thursday, December 7: downtown New Braunfels, TX, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Wassailfest: this annual holiday event boasts music, food, shopping, twinkling

“Courtesy Free Holiday Events “ taken from

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