NATIONAL PROFESSIONAL HOUSE CLEANERS DAY
National Professional House Cleaners Day on September 17 recognizes Professional Cleaners for the necessary and skillful trade they provide every day. In homes and businesses across the country, Professional Cleaners create healthier environments. #ProfessionalHouseCleanersDay
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:
Dates: THURSDAY/FRIDAY/SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 18 & 19.
The time is: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day. It’s a new place this year.
Address for Garage Sale will be: 4823 Arden Rd. (that’s off S. Western).
Donations are being accepted beginning August 15, thru September 15, at Stacy’s Uniforms 4324 SW 45th Ave. Items to donate: Furniture in good condition, small appliances, clean clothing, various household items, etc.
Big THANKS to Stacy for once again hosting a Garage Sale for Amarillo SPCA. We hope everyone will come and shop with us.
Thursday, September 17
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Polk Street Methodist Church
Tickets
- $25 per person
Sponsorship Opportunities
- Title Sponsor – $15,000 (Sold Out)
- Platinum Sponsor – $7,500
- Gold Sponsor – $5,000
- Silver Sponsor – $2,500
- Bronze Sponsor – $1,200
- Iron Sponsor – $500
This year’s theme is ACH Celebrates, and we’ll be celebrating the milestones, victories, and life change happening every day at Another Chance House while recognizing the incredible community that makes this work possible.
Dates: THURSDAY/FRIDAY/SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 18 & 19.
The time is: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day. It’s a new place this year.
Address for Garage Sale will be: 4823 Arden Rd. (that’s off S. Western).
Donations are being accepted beginning August 15, thru September 15, at Stacy’s Uniforms 4324 SW 45th Ave. Items to donate: Furniture in good condition, small appliances, clean clothing, various household items, etc.
Big THANKS to Stacy for once again hosting a Garage Sale for Amarillo SPCA. We hope everyone will come and shop with us.
Sheriff’s Stockyard Showdown Ranch Rodeo to Debut at the 2026 Tri-State Fair
The Potter County Law Enforcement Association (PCLEA) and the Randall County Sheriff’s Association (RCSA), in partnership with the Tri-State Fair & Rodeo, is proud to announce the inaugural Sheriff’s Stockyard Showdown Ranch Rodeo, taking place on Friday, September 18, 2026, at the Amarillo National Center during the Tri-State Fair.
The Sheriff’s Stockyard Showdown brings together the Texas Panhandle community and local law enforcement for an evening celebrating western heritage, teamwork, and community while raising funds to support the missions of the Potter County Law Enforcement Association and the Randall County Sheriff’s Association.
The Potter County Law Enforcement Association and the Randall County Sheriff’s Association are nonprofit organizations dedicated to supporting the men and women of their respective sheriff’s offices through member assistance, professional development, community engagement, charitable initiatives, and advocacy for the law enforcement profession.
The competition will feature teams from across the Texas Panhandle, along with a special team representing local law enforcement officers. Contestants will compete in four traditional ranch rodeo events that showcase the skills, grit, and teamwork that define ranch life in our region. There will also be special law enforcement vs. fire events interspersed between these events competing for a coveted inter-disciplinary trophy.
As this is the inaugural event, participation has been limited to 15 teams to ensure a quality experience for competitors and spectators alike. We are excited to share that 10 teams have already committed, and we continue to welcome additional teams to participate.
Tickets are $22 per person and include admission to both the Sheriff’s Stockyard Showdown and the Tri-State Fair. Tickets go on sale Friday, July 31, 2026, and may be purchased online through the Tri-State Fair & Rodeo website at www.tristatefair.com or at the Tri-State Fair admission gates the day of the event.
The event is made possible through the partnership of PCLEA, RCSA, the Tri-State Fair & Rodeo, and numerous community sponsors. Every aspect of the event is being organized and staffed by volunteers from the Potter County Sheriff’s Office and Randall County Sheriff’s Office, reflecting the commitment of local law enforcement professionals to serving the community both on and off duty.
Event Information
Event: Sheriff’s Stockyard Showdown Ranch Rodeo
Date: Friday, September 18, 2026
Location: Amarillo National Center – Tri-State Fairgrounds
Rodeo Begins: 7:00 p.m.
Tickets: $22 (includes admission to the Tri-State Fair)
The public is invited to attend and enjoy an evening of exciting ranch rodeo competition while supporting two organizations committed to serving the law enforcement professionals who protect Potter and Randall Counties and the communities they serve.
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.
www.christmasinoctobertx.org +5
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:
Dates: THURSDAY/FRIDAY/SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 18 & 19.
The time is: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day. It’s a new place this year.
Address for Garage Sale will be: 4823 Arden Rd. (that’s off S. Western).
Donations are being accepted beginning August 15, thru September 15, at Stacy’s Uniforms 4324 SW 45th Ave. Items to donate: Furniture in good condition, small appliances, clean clothing, various household items, etc.
Big THANKS to Stacy for once again hosting a Garage Sale for Amarillo SPCA. We hope everyone will come and shop with us.
AMARILLO – The Amarillo Area LOSS Team, a local outreach and postvention program for family members, friends and loved ones of individuals who have died by suicide, is hosting a special event – Breathe-Heal-Live: A Day for Suicide Loss Survivors.
The event is scheduled for September 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Amarillo Botanical Gardens, 1400 Streit Drive.
The Amarillo Area LOSS Team consists of mental health professionals and trained community volunteers who have experience with suicide loss. The team offers emotional support, resources, and guidance to help individuals navigate the grieving process, in alignment with the postvention model.
Age for attendees is 17 and older. Cost is $10 per person. Tickets are available online at:
www.eventbrite.com/e/breathe-heal-live-tickets-1988839319944?aff=oddtdtcreator
For more information on the Amarillo Area LOSS Team, go to:
www.amarillo.gov/public-health/suicide-survivors-outreach/
For more information, contact City of Amarillo Media Relations Manager Dave Henry at (806) 378-5219 or by email at David.Henry@amarillo.gov.
LIPS 2026
Disco beats are back by popular demand for our 33rd LIPS! Rumor has it that lip-syncing may make a comeback! You won’t want to miss the fun!!
Saturday, September 19 – 6pm – Arts in the Sunset
We are grateful for your faithful support of high-quality early childhood education in our community. Your unwavering commitment to this beloved event has supported thousands of children and families across the panhandle.
Get your sparkle on and join us!! Stay tuned for more about the evening’s entertainment!!
Children and families need your support more than ever!
LIPS is one of the best ways to have fun AND support a great cause. We count on LIPS to support scholarships for our families as well as our general operating budget. You have partnered with Opportunity School before and we hope you will partner with us again this year!
Below is a link to our sponsor packet or you can sign up right now and go directly to our event page:
https://secure.qgiv.com/event/opportunityschoolauction/
If you have questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our event co-chairs Laura Rittenberry, Maggie McGee, Brandie Roberts in our office, or me!
Thanks so much for your faithful support!
EVENT DETAILS
• Tickets Include an open bar, food and live entertainment for all ticket holders.
• Guests must be over 21 years old to attend.