Locals Able to Participate in Workshop With Hendrix and Maines at Bugle Boy

The Bugle Boy Foundation reached out to And Then A New Day with an second opportunity to participate in a song working workshop with musicians/songwriters: Terri Hendrix and Lloyd Maines.

This opportunity was available to And Then due to a grant received by the Bugle Boy from the Texas Commission on the Arts, Second Chance Emporium (Fayette Resale, Inc.), and Texas Women’s League.

Fourteen members were able to spend two days with this amazing duo brainstorming, writing, and rehearsing their very own songs to perform. Music is a unique way for our young adults to express themselves. It then came time to have a performance for all close friends and family. Everyone got to sing their own, original song and partner up for a group performance. The group did an amazing job and received a standing ovation. These young adults were so talented and loved being applauded for all their hard work.

Thanks is owed to The Bugle Boy (grant writing and venue), Heather Albright (grant writing and coordination), Terri and Lloyd (workshop leaders), And Then Staff (Amy Machac, Emalee Fey, and Erin Wotipka), and Sandy Kusy (photography) for their part in making this possible.

And Then A New Day is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Schulenburg. And Then’s mission is to provide meaningful work, social, and life opportunities for young adults on the autism spectrum or that have learning challenges. And Then helps young adults discover their happy and find the value in their special talents and abilities. And Then is available to individuals with learning challenges who are ages 15-40 and reside within the Colorado, Lavaca, and Fayette county area. To get involved in services or to learn about how to donate non-monetary or monetary gifts to help us continue our mission, contact Erin Wotipka at (979) 966-7402.

The Bugle Boy Foundation is also a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in La Grange. The Bugle Boy seeks to elevate and sustain original live music in our local, rural areas. To accomplish this mission, the Bugle Boy funds local musicians, hosts song-writing workshops, and provides live concerts at their La Grange location. To learn more about getting involved with the Bugle Boy, contact them at (979) 968-9944 or stop by 1051 N. Jefferson St. in La Grange.