NATIONAL NONPROFIT DAY
On August 17, National Nonprofit Day (NND) recognizes the goals and positive impacts nonprofits have on communities and the world. #NationalNonprofitDay
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Join us every Monday at 7:00pm for Trivia! Specialty Themed once a month (topics vary)
The Christmas in October Holiday Market in Amarillo, TX, is scheduled for Friday, October 24, and Saturday, October 25, 2025.
The event is a gift and craft show hosted by Sharing Hope Ministry at the Amarillo Civic Center Complex in the South Exhibit Hall
- Location: South Exhibit Hall, Amarillo Civic Center Complex, 401 S. Buchanan St., Amarillo, TX 79101.
- Dates & Times:
- Friday, Oct. 24: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
- Saturday, Oct. 25: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
- Admission: Weekend admission is typically $8.00 at the door (Cash, Credit, or Venmo); children 12 and under are usually free.
- Highlights:
- Shopping: Over 100 unique booths featuring home décor, boutique clothing, jewelry, and handmade items.
- Bake Sale: Known as the largest bake sale in the Texas Panhandle, featuring decorated cookies, cakes, pies, and specialty mixes.
- Special Events: Past years have included a “Ladies Night Out” VIP shopping event and photo opportunities with Santa.
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Why Attend?Proceeds from the market directly benefit Sharing Hope Ministry, a nonprofit that provides resources and support to incarcerated women and those in recovery. - Highlights:
NATIONAL AVIATION DAY
National Aviation Day on August 19 recognizes the pioneers of human flight. #NationalAviationDay
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Join us at the Don Harrington Discovery Center every Wednesday at 10:30 am for a special storytime ~ featuring a very special trunk of wonders! Our weekly storytime will be located in a new and exciting spot in the Discovery Center for your littles to discover during your visit. Start your morning with a story and spend the rest of the day exploring our amazing exhibits! This program is included with admission or a Discovery Center Collective membership.
4:00 p.m.
1102 I-40 West
New Chamber Member
More Information: Hallie, (806) 642-5202
NATIONAL RADIO DAY
On August 20, National Radio Day recognizes the great invention of the radio. Celebrate the news, information, music, and stories carried across the airwaves. #NationalRadioDay
Join us for a free “Make AI Work for You” workshop led by a Grow with Google Coach
Thursday, August 20th, 2026 // 8:30am – 10:00am CT
Amarillo College – Innovation Outpost
1220 S. Polk St, Amarillo, TX 79101
In partnership with the Amarillo Chamber of Commerce and America’s SBDC at WTAMU, Grow with Google will lead a free, in-person workshop to help small businesses in Amarillo and the surrounding area build new skills to grow their businesses online.
In this workshop, we’ll provide practical use cases of the latest AI tools that you can use to help grow your business. If you’re just getting started using AI, this workshop will be perfect for you. If you’re already an AI wiz, you might still learn something useful.
Please bring your own laptop: A laptop is recommended to participate in this workshop.
Parking: Complimentary parking will be available for the event.
Food & Drinks: We will provide light food and refreshments.
Thu, August 20, 6:00pm – 9:00pm