Event Calendar

No Interruptions Day on the last workday of the year sets aside the day to get organized for the new year by cleaning up your workspace without interruptions. This is the day set aside for cleaning out emails, tossing long-saved memos, and delegating those tasks that, well, just need to be delegated. Clear out those[...]

From 11:30 p.m. on December 31st to 12:30 a.m. on January 1st each year, Universal Hour of Peace hopes to take a step toward a war-free world. The day encourages the promotion of peaceful activities during the hour of observance.

On January 1st, National Hangover Day nurses the aching heads of all of us who over celebrates New Year’s Eve each year. Symptoms of a Hangover Feeling tired: Alcohol is a toxin. Our bodies metabolize toxins (alcohol) at a certain pace. When the speed of consumption exceeds the pace the liver can process it, we become intoxicated.[...]

If it’s the first Saturday of the month, it’s National Play Outside Day. So, no matter what month it is, everyone put down your electronic devices and get outside! All year long, we are given numerous opportunities to get outside and play. But sometimes, life, responsibilities and distractions keep us from spending time in the[...]

Nearly the entire world recognizes New Year’s Day on January 1st. It’s also one of the most celebrated holidays of the year. Celebrations will begin in the Pacific Ocean with Samoa celebrating the New Year before the rest of the world. The latest stroke of midnight will occur in the middle of the Pacific Ocean[...]

New Year’s Day Pond Hockey Classic: The Amarillo Ice Ranch will host a day full of unstructured hockey matches, plus brunch, tailgating, family skates and more. (8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Saturday; ticket prices vary; 806-242-4231)

Seth Ward: The local Texas country act kicks off 2022 with a show at Hoots Pub with Mila Rae. (9 p.m. Saturday; 2424 Hobbs Road; cover)

January 2nd, National Buffet Day recognizes a popular dining destination for Americans. The buffet restaurant offers a variety of selections, making it possible for every member of the family to find what they want to eat. A buffet system serves several food choices in a central location. Patrons easily view and select the food to[...]

National Personal Trainer Awareness Day kick starts the year on January 2nd with a day to appreciate the professionals who help us to keep our resolutions, one step at a time. With getting in shape as one of the biggest resolutions each new year, personal trainers know they will be in high demand. Their jobs[...]

NATIONAL SCIENCE FICTION DAY National Science Fiction Day promotes the celebration of science fiction as a genre, its creators, history, and various media, too. Recognized on January 2nd annually, millions of science fiction fans across the United States read and watch their favorites in science fiction. The date of the celebration commemorates the birth of[...]

Dalton Domino: The talented Texas singer-songwriter returns for a show at Golden Light Cantina with Jacob Stelly, Slade Coulter and more. (9 p.m. Sunday; 2908 S.W. Sixth Ave.; cover $12)

NATIONAL CHOCOLATE COVERED CHERRY DAY National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day on January 3rd spotlights a favored treat during many holidays. The National Confectioners Association has even been noted to recognize the annual event. It is almost impossible to eat just one of these chocolate covered cherry candies. The combination of two favorite flavors into one[...]

NATIONAL FRUITCAKE TOSS DAY On January 3rd, National Fruitcake Toss Day challenges us to chuck the fruitcake as far as you can. (Occasionally, this fun holiday is listed as occurring on the first Saturday in December.) Many people receive fruitcakes as gifts sometime during the holiday season. Some people eat this holiday bread while others[...]

National Thank God It’s Monday Day encourages us to celebrate the first Monday of the new year with vigor and energy. Not only does the observance focus on the first Monday in January, but on every Monday throughout the year. Mondays are often full of new beginnings. New jobs often start on Mondays. Couples usually[...]

NATIONAL TRIVIA DAY What National Day on January 4th celebrates those who accumulate and hoard tidbits of useless trivia? National Trivia Day, of course! Each year, the holiday recognizes the collectors of unconnected, irrelevant data, facts, history, and quotes in the recesses of their brains. They are the ones who usually proffer these sometimes astounding[...]

Chick-Fil-A South Coulter – Teaming up on TUESDAYS! We are TEAMING UP on TUESDAYS! Get Ready, HEREFORD, TX… Each TUESDAY, from 11:30 am – 1:30 pm Chick-fil-A South Coulter will be in YOUR City!!! LOCATION: Hereford Furniture Exchange 209 E. Park Avenue Hereford, TX Thanks to the wonderful folks at Hereford Furniture Exchange, starting January[...]

National Keto Day hits January 5th with an approach to transforming our health. Recent research suggests the high-fat, low-carb ketogenic or ‘keto’ diet offers a number of benefits. Benefits Two of the most significant perks seen with the keto diet are weight loss and healthy blood sugar support. In fact, studies have shown improved glycemic[...]

• NATIONAL SCREENWRITERS DAY • On January 5, when the credits roll on your favorite show or movie, admire the writers on National Screenwriters Day! • You’ve probably heard of Steven Spielberg, the great director, who is known for Saving Private Ryan, Raiders of The Lost Arc, and E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. • But do you[...]

Listening Lunch with the Mayor is a new weekly Zoom meeting hosted by Mayor Ginger Nelson and will provide Amarillo residents with another way to chat with the mayor. AMARILLO –  A unique new – and convenient – platform for residents to connect with Mayor Ginger Nelson . “Listening Lunch with the Mayor” is a[...]

Big News at Channel10 *Available for Release NOW! “Tune in to Newschannel10’s “Sports Drive” Wednesday the 5th for a BIG station announcement from Newschannel10. You can find “Sports Drive” on Newschannel10 Too from 3:00 to 4:00pm each weekday afternoon.

January 6th, National Cuddle Up Day encourages us to snuggle up with someone for the health benefits and more! January is typically some of the coldest days of the year, so what better way to stay warm and reap the health benefits of cuddling on National Cuddle Up Day? Whether it’s a three-dog night (a[...]

National Technology Day on January 6th recognizes how technology changes the world and looks to the future of technology. Each year, from the wheel to smartphones, the day honors technological achievements that impact our daily lives. Imagine the world without technology. In our daily lives, we can’t take a step without coming into contact with[...]

Each year on January 7th, National Bobblehead Day recognizes a day of celebration for all spring-connected head bobbing figurines. For over 100 years, bobbleheads have been entertaining and fascinating fans and collectors. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes, too. Bobbleheads commemorate iconic teams, movies, and cartoon characters. Individually, they represent some of[...]

On January 7th, National Tempura Day encourages us to celebrate with a dish made with a tempura batter. This Japanese fare is made up of either seafood or vegetables dipped in batter and deep-fried. Portuguese Jesuit missionaries introduced the recipe for tempura to Japan during the sixteenth century (around 1549).  Many believe Portuguese Jesuit Tokugawa[...]

40th Annual Mash Bash Blood Drive FRIDAY AT 8 AM – 6 PM  Saturday 8 AM – 4 pm At Coffee Memorial Blood Center

Ronny Jackson’s Campaign Kickoff for Congress, 2nd term. Please join us. Come in the Home Plate Entrance at Hodgetown.

Amarillo Wranglers: The hometown hockey team kicks off the new year with a two-day face-off against the Odessa Jackalopes. (7 p.m. Friday and Saturday; Amarillo Civic Center Complex Coliseum, 401 S. Buchanan St.; tickets $12 to $23; 806-242-4231)

National Argyle Day on January 8th celebrates the pattern derived from the tartan of Clan Campbell, of Argyll in western Scotland. The Scottish Highlanders have worn the design in kilts and plaids and patterned socks (known as a tartan hose) since the 17th century. Each year it is recognized and honored on this day.   Occasionally[...]

On a cold winter’s day, relaxing in a nice warm/hot bubble bath sounds like the perfect way to commemorate National Bubble Bath Day. Is it no wonder we celebrate it annually on January 8th? The bubbles on top of the water (also known as foam bath or foaming bath) insulate the bathwater, keeping it warmer[...]

On January 8th, National JoyGerm Day annually reminds people across the country that by being positive and treating people with kindness, they can influence those around them and pass that positive attitude on to others. When we share good moods, we impact the lives of people around us and those people become infected with that[...]

National Vision Board Day on the second Saturday in January encourages us to set our goals in a visual way. Get out the sticky notes, markers, and inspiration and start plotting your goals for the new year! Vision board parties began in 2010 between a group of friends as a way for people to get[...]

As winter kicks into high gear, National Winter Skin Relief Day on January 8 reminds us of all the ways we can keep our skin from withering under the harshest of elements. The dropping temperatures outside and rising thermostats inside sap the amount of moisture in the air. Our skin is first to notice. Joshua[...]

40th Annual Mash Bash Blood Drive Saturday 8 AM – 4 pm At Coffee Memorial Blood Center

74th Randall County Junior Livestock Show County shows with rabbits, cattle, goats, sheep, broilers ending with a bar-be-que show.

  Opportunities Abound at the COA Career Fair   AMARILLO – The City of Amarillo (COA) is hiring. And the employment opportunities are as vast as the Amarillo landscape. COA has positions available in a wide array of areas, from fitness/exercise instructors to production stage hands to dieticians to animal care workers. Get the inside[...]

A Community Health and Wellness event will be hosted this weekend on Saturday, January 8th at Amarillo Wesley Community Center (1615 S. Roberts St.) from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Please share this flier with your clients, departments, or anyone who may benefit from the services/resources listed. Please join us for a community event all about[...]

Craftership Market, Wolflin Village, 2625 Wolflin Ave,  11 AM – 3 PM (or until sold out),

Amarillo Wranglers: The hometown hockey team kicks off the new year with a two-day face-off against the Odessa Jackalopes. (7 p.m. Friday and Saturday; Amarillo Civic Center Complex Coliseum, 401 S. Buchanan St.; tickets $12 to $23; 806-242-4231)

Carrington to Perform in Amarillo Rodney Carrington brings his show “Let Me In” to the Amarillo Civic Center Complex Auditorium at 7 PM on January 8th . Carrington is a multi-talented comedian, actor, singer and writer playing sold-out shows around the world as one of the top 10 highest-grossing touring comedians for the past 2[...]

Romero Returns to Perform with Chamber Music Amarillo Chamber Music Amarillo presents Pepe Romero & Beethoven 7 at 7:30 PM January 8th at the Globe News Center for the Performing Arts. General admission tickets for this performance are $40 (plus taxes and fees) and available online at panhandletickets.com

National Balloon Ascension Day on January 9th commemorates the first balloon flight in the United States in 1793. The French aeronaut, Jean Pierre Blanchard, took flight over the Walnut Street Prison in Philadelphia above a large crowd. He ascended in a hydrogen gas balloon, a popular balloon at the time. George Washington witnessed the launch[...]

Across the country on January 9th each year, citizens take the lead to show support on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. Law Enforcement Officers of every rank and file have chosen a profession that puts their life on the line every day for their communities.  They’ve answered a call to public service that is demanding[...]

74th Randall County Junior Livestock Show County shows with rabbits, cattle, goats, sheep, broilers ending with a bar-be-que show.

The Bridal Show Of Amarillo  – January 9th The Bridal Show of Amarillo Show will be Sunday, January 9th from 12pm to 4pm at the Amarillo Civic Center Heritage Room. Tickets are $7 online and $10 at the door. Tickets and information can be found at www.TheBridalShowOfAmarillo.com We will have a silent auction to benefit[...]

National Cut Your Energy Costs Day encourages consumers to explore their options and keep up with scheduled maintenance. Each year, on January 10th, the observance provides information designed to help homeowners and businesses to reduce energy costs and improve efficiency. Did you know that tuning up your heating system can save you up to three[...]

Each year on January 10th, Save the Eagles Day reminds us of the majestic raptors that soar above the Earth – whether they are well populated or endangered. Due to the work of scientists and the public, the bald eagle was removed from this list in June 2007. Poaching, pesticides, and other dangers continue to[...]

74th Randall County Junior Livestock Show County shows with rabbits, cattle, goats, sheep, broilers ending with a bar-be-que show.

Hoffbrau Steaks Honors Veterans Today! (Check each location’s hours for your convenience) We honor our Veterans on the 11th of each month: 50% Off lunch or dinner entrée! (Bring your Military or Veterans’ ID) 7203 I-40 West Amarillo, TX 79106 806-358-6595

National Human Trafficking Awareness Day is recognized each year on January 11th. In recognition of this important day and throughout the month of January, Blue Campaign hosts several special events and educational activities. Blue Campaign’s largest initiative is #WearBlueDay is today, January 11th. To raise awareness of human trafficking, we ask people to take photos[...]

As the holiday season fades away, our minds turn to our next opportunity for a vacation. While that may seem far off, National Shop for Travel Day on the second Tuesday in January reminds us to start planning now! Today, there are more tools and resources than ever before to help us shop for that[...]

74th Randall County Junior Livestock Show County shows with rabbits, cattle, goats, sheep, broilers ending with a bar-be-que show.

January 11th VSP Meeting at Ussery Roan Good Morning, Folks, Hope everyone is doing well.  As a reminder our reoccurring monthly Veteran Service Provider “VSP” meeting is today! VSP LUNCHEON/MEETING: Tuesday, January 11th, 2021 at 11:30 AM to 1PM. Ussery-Roan Texas State Veterans Home located at 1020 Tascosa Road in Amarillo **PLEASE NOTE EMAIL POINT OF CONTACT CHANGE:[...]

No Boundaries: Taking a Stand Against Human Trafficking Each year the number grows of those trapped in the life of sexual exploitation and human trafficking ~ not just in OTHER places .. but right here in Amarillo, too! We can change that TOGETHER! A special night of worship, word and prayer as we witness the[...]

National Pharmacist Day on January 12th annually recognizes and honors all pharmacists across the nation. The role of pharmacists has shifted over the years. Where once they served as the classical “lick, stick and pour” dispensary, they now serve as an integrated member of the health care team. They’re directly involved in patient care and[...]

74th Randall County Junior Livestock Show County shows with rabbits, cattle, goats, sheep, broilers ending with a bar-be-que show.

Craftership Market, Wolflin Village, 2625 Wolflin Ave,  11 AM – 3 PM (or until sold out),

Listening Lunch with the Mayor is a new weekly Zoom meeting hosted by Mayor Ginger Nelson and will provide Amarillo residents with another way to chat with the mayor. AMARILLO –  A unique new – and convenient – platform for residents to connect with Mayor Ginger Nelson . “Listening Lunch with the Mayor” is a[...]

According to a 1973 Sesame Street calendar, Rubber Duckie’s Birthday is January 13th so around the country it’s National Rubber Ducky Day! A friend of Ernie and Big Bird, Duckie made his debut in a February 1970 episode. The rubber ducky (also spelled duckie) has come a long way from his first concept as a[...]

Stephen Foster Memorial Day on January 13th commemorates the music of the man who composed hundreds of America’s first popular songs. Born in Lawrenceville, Pennsylvania on July 4, 1826, Stephen Foster became known as America’s First Composer. His catchy tunes based on minstrel songs are still known today. Despite Foster’s exclusive music contract with Firth,[...]

74th Randall County Junior Livestock Show County shows with rabbits, cattle, goats, sheep, broilers ending with a bar-be-que show.

National Dress Up Your Pet Day on January 14th provides a special day to celebrate with your pet and show of their fashion style. Pets do become part of one’s family. Whether you take a visit to the groomer or take it a step further and dress up in matching outfits, be sure your pet[...]

Ratification Day on January 14th annually recognizes the act the officially ended the American Revolution. The day commemorates the ratification of the Treaty of Paris on January 14, 1784, at the Maryland State House in Annapolis, Maryland by the Confederation Congress. Since the Declaration of Independence was signed, nearly eight years had passed. Through the treaty, Great[...]

Toddler Tracks, Wildcat Bluff Nature Center, 2301 N Soncy Rd, January 14th from 10 AM – 11 AM, Explorers 5 & under (with a caregiver) will participate in a special nature- themed story-time, hands-on activity and nature walk to see what we can find! Free with admission or free for Wildcat Nature Center members

Hang on to your hats and celebrate in style on National Hat Day. Celebrated each year on January 15th, don your favorite fedora, cap, cloche, derby, or sunhat. Dig out your ceremonial best and tell the story behind it. Wear your warmest tuque, stocking cap, beanie, and share the name you give it. There are[...]

Each year, National Strawberry Ice Cream Day on January 15th celebrates one of the choicest flavors of ice cream. All flavors of ice cream are recognized on July 1st. Strawberry ice cream is made by blending either strawberries or strawberry flavoring with eggs, cream, vanilla, and sugar. Food coloring is often used to give it[...]

National Use Your Gift Card Day reminds Americans to use the $1 billion in gift cards left unused each year. On the third Saturday in January, take stock of the gift cards you received over the holidays. Make the most of each one of them before they’re forgotten for good! We all do it. Stash[...]

Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship, Holy Cross Catholic Academy Event Center 4102 South Bonham Street, 8 AM, The Knights of Columbus Council is hosting a free throw championship for boys and girls aged 8-14. Admission is free of charge.

Opportunity School Hiring Event 1/15/2022 Hello, Opportunity School is hosting an in person hiring event THIS Saturday 1/15 from 9AM-2PM. The event will be held at our new Edwards Campus, located at 406 S Osage. We are currently hiring for Assistant and Lead Teachers to join our team. Benefits include 15 days paid time off,[...]

Craftership Market, Wolflin Village, 2625 Wolflin Ave,  11 AM – 3 PM (or until sold out),

Wild West Wildlife Rehab Ambassadors Activities and Demonstrations (11am -1pm) & Guided hikes out at Wildcat Bluff Nature Center    

North Texas Make-A-Wish Foundation: Tri State Chili Cook-Off fundraiser Saturday at 11:30 AM. Many different groups and organizations will be there to help with serving and making chili for people at the Tri State Fair, even Newschannel 10 will have a booth of its own.  

Each year on January 16th, people across the nation recognize National Nothing Day. The observance was created as a day to provide Americans with one National Day when they can just sit without celebrating, observing or honoring anything.  (National Day Calendar only reports the Days, sometimes they may contradict themselves.) Martin Luther King Jr. Day[...]

Each year on National Without a Scalpel Day January 16th recognizes the opportunities to treat disease without a scalpel. On this day in 1964, pioneering physician Charles Dotter performed the first angioplasty. The ground-breaking procedure to open a blocked blood vessel took place in Portland, Oregon. Not only did the angioplasty allow the patient to[...]

I’ve Got Something to Say MLK Weekend Comedy Show, 707 S Polk St, Sunday, January 16th at 7 PM, Round out your week with pure comedy at the ‘I’ve Got Something to Say’ MLK Weekend Comedy Show featuring Angelia Walker, Ad Hodges, and Lamar Jones, tickets $35

  City of Amarillo Honors Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. City Hall/Offices Closed Monday for MLK Day   AMARILLO – In recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, City of Amarillo (COA) offices will be closed on Monday (Jan. 17.)   COA services will be adjusted accordingly:   Amarillo City Transit will operate a[...]

January 17th • Ahhh New Year’s Resolutions. They’re a great opportunity to really set ourselves up for some magnificent failures and disappointments, amirite? Well, there comes a time when you just have to acknowledge that your New Year’s Resolutions were unreasonable and unrealistic, and that time is a fortnight into the New Year! Rejoice in[...]

Today celebrates the life and achievements of Martin Luther King Jr., an influential American civil rights leader. He is most well-known for his campaigns to end racial segregation on public transport and for racial equality in the United States. The Day (officially Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr., and sometimes referred to as MLK Day)[...]

On National Classy Day, we celebrate those who are graced with the ability to live their lives with class, passion, and who are driven to share it with others. On January 17th, honor those class acts and commemorate the birth of one of the most legendary comedians ever to walk the Earth. Classy people draw others[...]

MLK Day Parade & Lunch Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at Bones Hooks Park    

White Welcomes Everyone for 100th Birthday! Betty White is turning 100 and she is inviting everyone to join in on the party. Regal Amarillo Star 14, 8275 Amarillo Blvd and Cinemark Hollywood 16 9100 Canyon Drive, will screen the special birthday event at 1 and 7 PM Monday January 17th .  The party for White[...]

National Winnie the Pooh Day on January 18th commemorates author A.A. Milne’s birthday in 1882. He brought the adorable, honey-loving bear to life in his stories, which also featured his son, Christopher Robin. Milne’s lovable Pooh Bear, as he was fondly called, is a fictional bear inspired by a black bear named Winnie. Winnie lived[...]

Order Today: Opportunity School Valentine’s Cookie Sale   Dear Friends  – The Valentine’s Cookie Sale is open for business!   Opportunity School is holding their annual Valentine’s Cookie sale. We would love to have your support for the school PLUS you can take care of those Valentine’s gifts as well! Surprise your sweetheart, your coworkers[...]

Path to Partnership Community Networking Meeting via Zoom 1/18/21 11:30-1PM Speaker:  Michelle Kuhn, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA Topic: Introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Join Zoom Meeting  at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89889525833?pwd=cnExbW5VRURsNE1Va2hWOXVGemdFdz09 Meeting ID: 898 8952 5833 Passcode: 098260 Contact Maria for more information. Maria Garcia, M. Ed. Program Director Uniting Parents 30 Years of Services in the TX[...]

On January 19th, National Popcorn Day pops onto the scene with a crunch we all love to enjoy! The annual celebration recognizes a treat that satisfies munchies, day or night. This time-honored snack can be sweet or savory, caramelized, buttered or plain, molded into a candied ball, or tossed with nuts and chocolate. However it[...]

Order Today: Opportunity School Valentine’s Cookie Sale   Dear Friends  – The Valentine’s Cookie Sale is open for business!   Opportunity School is holding their annual Valentine’s Cookie sale. We would love to have your support for the school PLUS you can take care of those Valentine’s gifts as well! Surprise your sweetheart, your coworkers[...]

Cinergy Entertainment: International Popcorn Day 1/19 – International popcorn day Free medium popcorn with soft drink purchase for Elite members only – all locations –

Special Guest & State Info @ January’s TPPC Meeting A big thank you to our November speaker, Kimber Thompson, for speaking on behalf of the AISD Homeless Liaison program. (Please see meeting notes below.) The Teen Pregnancy Prevention Coalition would like to remind you that there will not be a December meeting BUT invites you[...]

Listening Lunch with the Mayor is a new weekly Zoom meeting hosted by Mayor Ginger Nelson and will provide Amarillo residents with another way to chat with the mayor. AMARILLO –  A unique new – and convenient – platform for residents to connect with Mayor Ginger Nelson . “Listening Lunch with the Mayor” is a[...]

Get to Know Your Customers Day reminds businesses to reach out to patrons and get to know them better. The day is observed annually on the third Thursday of each quarter (January, April, July, October). When businesses get to know your customers, you also get to know more about what you need to grow. Remember[...]

National Buttercrunch Day on January 20th recognizes the flavorful toffee candy that comes in several varieties. Buttercrunch is a combination of toffee, covered with chocolate. It has a crunchy texture and a caramel flavor. Variations on the recipe include toasted almond sprinkles.

Each year National Disc Jockey Day recognizes the DJs playing the music and spinning the records. The observance takes place annually on January 20th. A disc jockey, or DJ for short, is a person who plays recorded music either on the radio or at a club or event. The first disc jockey was an experiment[...]

Order Today: Opportunity School Valentine’s Cookie Sale   Dear Friends  – The Valentine’s Cookie Sale is open for business!   Opportunity School is holding their annual Valentine’s Cookie sale. We would love to have your support for the school PLUS you can take care of those Valentine’s gifts as well! Surprise your sweetheart, your coworkers[...]

Jerri Glover  Subject: Press Release PRESS RELEASE **FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE** Amarillo Texas—Panhandle Breast Health in partnership with Ebby’s Edibles and Getables will be hosting a book signing for Rakhshanda Rahman, MD and her book Leadership Deconstructed on January 20th from 3:00 – 5:00 PM at Ebby’s Edibles and Getables, Amarillo National Bank (Mirror Building) 500[...]

Hora Social Thursday, January 20th Hosted by Herring Bank! Please mark your calendar for the very first Hora Social of the year! It will be hosted by our member Herring Bank on Thursday, January 20th. Come network and enjoy food and drinks!  

National Hug Day or National Hugging Day occurs on January 21st and is officially recognized by the United States Copyright Office, but is not a public holiday. The purpose of the day is to help everyone show more emotion in public. The only way to celebrate the day is by offering a hug to anyone[...]

Order Today: Opportunity School Valentine’s Cookie Sale   Dear Friends  – The Valentine’s Cookie Sale is open for business!   Opportunity School is holding their annual Valentine’s Cookie sale. We would love to have your support for the school PLUS you can take care of those Valentine’s gifts as well! Surprise your sweetheart, your coworkers[...]

Cinergy Entertainment: “Ozark” Premiere episodes 1 & 2 1/21 – Ozark Premiere episodes 1 &2 – Amarillo & Odessa only

The Hope and Healing Place’s The Big Cheese Macaroni & Cheese cook off is back! We would love to see you at the Rex Baxter Building this Friday, January 21st for our biggest fundraising event of the year! Adult tickets are $25 and Kids are $7. Private judging at 5:00 pm, VIP entrance 5:30, General[...]

Carden International Circus: Enjoy three-ring action from this touring troupe when they return to the Amarillo National Center on the Tri-State Fairgrounds. (7 p.m. Friday, 2 and 6 p.m. Saturday and 2 and 6 p.m. Sunday; 3301 S. 10th Ave.; tickets $9.99 to $20; 806-376-7767)

Amarillo Symphony Presents Sibelius: Symphony No. 2 Amarillo Symphony Presents Sibelius: Symphony No. 2 at 7:30 PM January 21 and 22 at the Globe News Center for the Performing Arts, 500 S Buchanan. Visit amarillosymphony.org and available at panhandletickets.com

Celebration of Life Day on January 22nd honors the children and grandchildren who bring joy to our lives. The day is a reminder that each child and each life is to be held as a precious gift with the highest respect and dignity. Children grow up so quickly. They’re constantly learning new things and changing[...]

National Blonde Brownie Day on January 22nd recognizes a treat often referred to as blondies. Blonde brownies are similar to the traditional brownies known almost everyone.  In place of cocoa, brown sugar is used, giving it a sweet-tooth-satisfying molasses flavor!  

Order Today: Opportunity School Valentine’s Cookie Sale   Dear Friends  – The Valentine’s Cookie Sale is open for business!   Opportunity School is holding their annual Valentine’s Cookie sale. We would love to have your support for the school PLUS you can take care of those Valentine’s gifts as well! Surprise your sweetheart, your coworkers[...]

Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention Training (ADAPT) Please join us as we discuss underage alcohol and drug trends and impaired driving among youth. Qualified attendees will receive 4-hours of TCOLE credit for law enforcement, a Continuing Professional Educator (CPE) certificate for educators, or an Addiction Professional certificate for counselors. Certificates will be provided for all[...]

Unleashing Possibility: Single Mom’s Conference January 22nd 9 AM – 2 PM St Stephen’s Church 806-433-5635

League of Women Voters Voters’ Registration Opportunities The Amarillo League of Women Voters will conduct voter registration at the following locations for the upcoming Primary Election on March 1st: Jan. 22nd, 10 am – 2 pm, United Grocery Store, 45th & Bell. Jan. 22nd, 10 am – 2 pm, United Grocery Store – Market Street[...]

Award-Winning Anderson Model and Talent Agency Amarillo , TX January 22nd 2022 Seeking New Talent ages 5 and up Actors Models Singers Dancers If INTERESTED TEXT 757-873-3444 WITH AGE NAME AND LOCATION National Scout Call 10:30 AM or 1:30 PM Registration begins promptly 30 minutes prior YOU MUST TEXT 757-873-3444 to get REGISTERED FIRST, WE CANNOT[...]

Cinergy Entertainment: Sensory-Friendly screening – “Rumble Movie” 1/22 – Sensory-Friendly screening – “Rumble Movie” (streaming on Paramount) Amarillo, Odessa and Midland only

Cinergy Entertainment: UFC 270 1/22 – UFC 270

Craftership Market, Wolflin Village, 2625 Wolflin Ave,  11 AM – 3 PM (or until sold out),

Lou Ferrigno: The original Incredible Hulk smashes into town for a signing at Unknown Comics. (11 a.m. Saturday; 201 Westgate Parkway Suite B; 806-290-1308)

Carden International Circus: Enjoy three-ring action from this touring troupe when they return to the Amarillo National Center on the Tri-State Fairgrounds. (7 p.m. Friday, 2 and 6 p.m. Saturday and 2 and 6 p.m. Sunday; 3301 S. 10th Ave.; tickets $9.99 to $20; 806-376-7767)

Carden International Circus: Enjoy three-ring action from this touring troupe when they return to the Amarillo National Center on the Tri-State Fairgrounds. (7 p.m. Friday, 2 and 6 p.m. Saturday and 2 and 6 p.m. Sunday; 3301 S. 10th Ave.; tickets $9.99 to $20; 806-376-7767)

Amarillo Symphony Presents Sibelius: Symphony No. 2 Amarillo Symphony Presents Sibelius: Symphony No. 2 at 7:30 PM January 21 and 22 at the Globe News Center for the Performing Arts, 500 S Buchanan. Visit amarillosymphony.org and available at panhandletickets.com

National Handwriting Day on January 23rd encourages us to put pen to paper and write out our thoughts. According to the Writing Instrument Manufacturers Association, it is a chance for all to re-explore the purity and power of handwriting.

National Pie Day on January 23rd celebrates one of the Nations’ favorite desserts. No matter how you slice it, pie in just about any form makes a crowd happy. Fruit pies, berry pies, cream pies – they’re mouth water servings of homemade goodness. National Pie Day was created simply to celebrate the pie.  It is[...]

Order Today: Opportunity School Valentine’s Cookie Sale   Dear Friends  – The Valentine’s Cookie Sale is open for business!   Opportunity School is holding their annual Valentine’s Cookie sale. We would love to have your support for the school PLUS you can take care of those Valentine’s gifts as well! Surprise your sweetheart, your coworkers[...]

Carden International Circus: Enjoy three-ring action from this touring troupe when they return to the Amarillo National Center on the Tri-State Fairgrounds. (7 p.m. Friday, 2 and 6 p.m. Saturday and 2 and 6 p.m. Sunday; 3301 S. 10th Ave.; tickets $9.99 to $20; 806-376-7767)

Carden International Circus: Enjoy three-ring action from this touring troupe when they return to the Amarillo National Center on the Tri-State Fairgrounds. (7 p.m. Friday, 2 and 6 p.m. Saturday and 2 and 6 p.m. Sunday; 3301 S. 10th Ave.; tickets $9.99 to $20; 806-376-7767)

What a wonderful way to brighten someone’s day or to give credit for a job well done! Give an extra compliment on National Compliment Day which is observed annually on January 24. THANK YOU for checking out our Community Calendar! My, you look great today!! A compliment has a powerful effect. It can instill confidence[...]

National Peanut Butter Day on January 24th recognizes an American staple in our pantries. Whether creamy or chunky, with chocolate or with jelly, peanut butter gets the recognition it deserves each year on this day. The early peanut butter made by the Aztecs and Incas around 1000 BC was more of a paste and not[...]

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Sharing Hope Ministry: FREE GED classes for women! Please help us promote this awesome opportunity for women needing their GED! 2308 SW 7th Ave  806-358-7803 Enrollment: January 10th – 20th Classes Monday – Thursday 9 AM – 12 pm Starting January 24th Stevi Larson Special Projects Coordinator  

National Opposite Day is observed annually on January 25th. Good morning, or is it good night? Hello, or is it goodbye? I am cold, or am I hot? National Opposite Day is a day to have fun all day long saying exactly opposite of what you really mean. This day has kids rejoicing everywhere. It[...]

National Plan for Vacation Day, on the last Tuesday in January, reminds us to plan our vacation at the start of the year for the rest of the year. The early bird gets to pack their bags and fly away to a little fun and relaxation! With the frigid temperatures and growing snow piles, it’s[...]

Order Today: Opportunity School Valentine’s Cookie Sale   Dear Friends  – The Valentine’s Cookie Sale is open for business!   Opportunity School is holding their annual Valentine’s Cookie sale. We would love to have your support for the school PLUS you can take care of those Valentine’s gifts as well! Surprise your sweetheart, your coworkers[...]

Sharing Hope Ministry: FREE GED classes for women! Please help us promote this awesome opportunity for women needing their GED! 2308 SW 7th Ave  806-358-7803 Enrollment: January 10th – 20th Classes Monday – Thursday 9 AM – 12 pm Starting January 24th Stevi Larson Special Projects Coordinator  

National Peanut Brittle Day is observed on January 26th. A hard, flat candy confection, peanut brittle is enjoyed throughout the United States. Peanut Brittle includes caramelized sugar or corn syrup. Nuts are added to the molten sugar and then poured onto a flat surface such as granite or marble and smoothed into a thin sheet.[...]

National Spouses Day is observed annually on January 26. Dedicated to recognizing spouses everywhere, National Spouses Day reminds us to take time for our mate. From being thankful for fulfillment and security of a long-term relationship to the boost of morale and well-being provided by spouses, there are many reasons to celebrate. This day is[...]

Order Today: Opportunity School Valentine’s Cookie Sale   Dear Friends  – The Valentine’s Cookie Sale is open for business!   Opportunity School is holding their annual Valentine’s Cookie sale. We would love to have your support for the school PLUS you can take care of those Valentine’s gifts as well! Surprise your sweetheart, your coworkers[...]

Sharing Hope Ministry: FREE GED classes for women! Please help us promote this awesome opportunity for women needing their GED! 2308 SW 7th Ave  806-358-7803 Enrollment: January 10th – 20th Classes Monday – Thursday 9 AM – 12 pm Starting January 24th Stevi Larson Special Projects Coordinator  

Listening Lunch with the Mayor is a new weekly Zoom meeting hosted by Mayor Ginger Nelson and will provide Amarillo residents with another way to chat with the mayor. AMARILLO –  A unique new – and convenient – platform for residents to connect with Mayor Ginger Nelson . “Listening Lunch with the Mayor” is a[...]

COA News Release:  Have a Say in the Future of the Tri-State Fairgrounds Have a Say in the Future of the Tri-State Fairgrounds AMARILLO – Groups and organizations across Amarillo are coming together with a common goal – improve the Tri-State Fairgrounds. The public is asked to join this unique project benefitting the entire Amarillo[...]

The 2021 Man and Woman of the Year celebration, presented by FirstBank Southwest, will air Thursday on the Globe-News’ website and social media accounts. The video will feature conversations with honorees Russell Lowery-Hart and Linda Vaughn, as well as community and city leaders speaking to their long, continuing contributions.

Do we need a birthday, wedding or anniversary to have chocolate cake? Not on January 27, because it’s National Chocolate Cake Day. In America, chocolate was consumed primarily as a beverage until the 1830’s or 40’s. Chocolate cakes, as we think of them today, mostly did not exist then. According to the Dover Post, the[...]

Order Today: Opportunity School Valentine’s Cookie Sale   Dear Friends  – The Valentine’s Cookie Sale is open for business!   Opportunity School is holding their annual Valentine’s Cookie sale. We would love to have your support for the school PLUS you can take care of those Valentine’s gifts as well! Surprise your sweetheart, your coworkers[...]

Cafe Con Nosotros Thursday, January 27th  Amarillo College Oak Room (2nd Floor), College Union Building Thursday, January 27th 8:45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. This is a special opportunity for students to connect with business owners and college leaders to hear how their education connects to their future career aspirations. Mark your calendar for our first[...]

Sharing Hope Ministry: FREE GED classes for women! Please help us promote this awesome opportunity for women needing their GED! 2308 SW 7th Ave  806-358-7803 Enrollment: January 10th – 20th Classes Monday – Thursday 9 AM – 12 pm Starting January 24th Stevi Larson Special Projects Coordinator  

Procurement Luncheon January 27th 12:00 – 1:00 pm Our quarterly Business Opportunities Luncheon features programs and speakers from around the Amarillo community who work closely with small businesses. Bryon McAfferty has joined WTAMU as our new purchasing director. Bryon will introduce himself to business owners and go over current projects and purchasing needs. RSVP for[...]

Putting the “fun” in fundraising while bringing awareness to a cause close to many hearts, National Big Wig Day! on the last Friday in January gives everyone an opportunity to play an important role, the role of the Big Wig. National Big Wig Day™! is both an expression of the potential inside of all of[...]

Fight the workday doldrums on January 28. It’s National Fun At Work Day! Many people spend a good portion of their lives at work, so why should they not try to enjoy it? While looking to find fun things to do at work, let your imagination be the leader. Make sure to obtain your boss’s[...]

Order Today: Opportunity School Valentine’s Cookie Sale   Dear Friends  – The Valentine’s Cookie Sale is open for business!   Opportunity School is holding their annual Valentine’s Cookie sale. We would love to have your support for the school PLUS you can take care of those Valentine’s gifts as well! Surprise your sweetheart, your coworkers[...]

Turn Center Winter Open House Tour the building, enjoy light refreshments and meet and greet Amy Lovell, our new Executive Director

Exercise your problem brain with a puzzle. January 29th is National Puzzle Day. Whether it’s a crossword, jigsaw, trivia, word searches, brain teasers or Soduku, puzzles put our minds to work. Studies have found that when we work on a jigsaw puzzle, we use both sides of the brain, and spending time daily working on[...]

Order Today: Opportunity School Valentine’s Cookie Sale   Dear Friends  – The Valentine’s Cookie Sale is open for business!   Opportunity School is holding their annual Valentine’s Cookie sale. We would love to have your support for the school PLUS you can take care of those Valentine’s gifts as well! Surprise your sweetheart, your coworkers[...]

Meet Tim Reid for Senate 31 Coffee, Doughnuts & Yard Sign Pick-Up in the parking lot at Ascension Academy from 9-11 am (9301 Ascension Parkway).

League of Women Voters Voters’ Registration Opportunities The Amarillo League of Women Voters will conduct voter registration at the following locations for the upcoming Primary Election on March 1st: Jan. 22nd, 10 am – 2 pm, United Grocery Store, 45th & Bell. Jan. 22nd, 10 am – 2 pm, United Grocery Store – Market Street[...]

Craftership Market, Wolflin Village, 2625 Wolflin Ave,  11 AM – 3 PM (or until sold out),

In the United States, National Croissant Day is observed each year on January 30th. Croissants are a buttery, crescent-shaped rolls that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The key to a perfect croissant is laminating the dough. Laminating the dough is a process by which butter is folded into the mixture[...]

Order Today: Opportunity School Valentine’s Cookie Sale   Dear Friends  – The Valentine’s Cookie Sale is open for business!   Opportunity School is holding their annual Valentine’s Cookie sale. We would love to have your support for the school PLUS you can take care of those Valentine’s gifts as well! Surprise your sweetheart, your coworkers[...]

Do things backwards and this January 31st honors everything backward. National Backward Day is an opportunity to reverse our ways, our direction or simply our shirt. Dessert for breakfast, perhaps? There are many ways to celebrate this fun day, so just let your imagination be your guide. This day is very popular with school-aged kids[...]

National Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day is observed annually on the last Monday in January. The primary purpose of bubble wrap is to protect fragile items either in shipping or storage. People also get enjoyment from popping the bubbles in bubble wrap. Engineers Marc Chavannes and Alfred Fielding sealed two shower curtains together in 1956 in[...]

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AFD – Test Date!!!  Saturday, February 26th, the Amarillo Fire Department will host a Civil Service exam for entrance into the new AFD Fire Academy, which will begin in the Spring.  This written exam will be a 100% general aptitude test, including math, reading comprehension, and mechanical questions. In addition, the top scorers of the[...]

Girl Scout Cookies are Here! Please and thank you! Now through – March 6 Girl Scout Cookie Season Support your local Girl Scouts entrepreneurs by purchasing your favorite cookies. Girl Scouts are now selling the new AdventurefulsTM, an indulgent brownie-inspired cookie with caramel-flavored crème and a hint of sea salt, and an incredible taste of[...]