The Water Lantern Festival, voted the No.1 Best
Cultural Festival by USATODAY,is coming to Amarillo
on Aug. 31at the Thompson Lake House Building, West
Chaparral Street, near the Ross Rogers Golf Course
Lake in Thompson Park.
Tickets are on sale online. The ticket price includes
a wristband for entry into the festival area with access
to food trucks, a floating lantern kit, an LEDcandle, a
commemorative drawstring bag, conversation cards,
playing cards and a marker.
For more information, to purchase tickets, or be-
come a vendor or sponsor, go to www.waterlanternfes-
tival.com/amarillo.php or email support@WaterLan-
benefit concert. Friends ofFogelberg XIV:Dan & Rock-
in’ The ’70s is at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 6 in the Globe-News
Center for the Performing Arts.
Tickets can be purchased at panhandletickets.com,
any participating United Supermarkets location and
the Civic Center Box Office.
Friends of Fogelberg is a tribute concert in Amarillo,
Texas to honor the late musician, Dan Fogelberg, who
lost his life to prostate cancer in 2007. This year’s con-
cert will be co-hosted by Doppler Dave Oliver, Stephen
Cost, and Dr.David Wilhelm of Amarillo Urology.Ama-
rillo natives Jim Wilson and BillyStull will be featured
as special guests.
Proceeds benefit the Harrington Cancer and Health I :-
Foundation. A free prostate cancer screening for men
ages 45 and older will be offered 8 a.m. -ll p.m. Sept. 7
at Amarillo Urology Associates, 1900 Medi Park Drive.
This month August 31st of 2024! The Northside women’s exposé will be held at the Black Historical Cultural Center this Expo consists of local business women of all ages race, will display their small businesses of products and services as well as businesses concerning health, hair Care, skin care, beauty and fashion!
This is a great opportunity to expose small businesses as well as increase in sales for their small businesses!
Camp Kiwanis “Bring a Friend” Pool Party
What: Girl Scouts of Texas Oklahoma Plains invite all Girl Scouts to celebrate the end of summer at a pool party at Camp Kiwanis! Girl Scouts are encouraged to bring a non-Girl Scout friend to the pool party to learn what Girl Scouts is all about. The event also includes archery, free food, and free entry for all Girl Scouts and prospective Girl Scouts.
Register: Register online at gs-strong.org/poolparty. Registration closes Friday, August 30.
When: Saturday, August 31
5 to 9 p.m.
Check-in begins at 4 p.m.
Where: Camp Kiwanis
Directions to Camp Kiwanis will be shared after registration is complete.
Maria Gregorio
Marketing & Public Relations Coordinator
Girl Scouts of Texas Oklahoma Plains
972.896.2120
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Camp Kiwanis “Bring a Friend” Pool Party
What: Girl Scouts of Texas Oklahoma Plains invite all Girl Scouts to celebrate the end of summer at a pool party at Camp Kiwanis! Girl Scouts are encouraged to bring a non-Girl Scout friend to the pool party to learn what Girl Scouts is all about. The event also includes archery, free food, and free entry for all Girl Scouts and prospective Girl Scouts.
Register: Register online at gs-strong.org/poolparty or scan the QR code, see attached. Registration closes Friday, August 30.
When: Saturday, August 31
5 to 9 p.m.
Check-in begins at 4 p.m.
Where: Camp Kiwanis
Directions to Camp Kiwanis will be shared after registration is complete.
We are Girl Scouts of Texas Oklahoma Plains
Girl Scouts bring their dreams to life and work together to build a better world. Through programs throughout north and west Texas and the Oklahoma panhandle, Girl Scouts of all backgrounds and abilities can be unapologetically themselves as they discover their strengths and rise to meet new challenges—whether they want to climb to the top of a tree or the top of their class, lace up their boots for a hike or advocate for climate justice, or make their first best friends. Backed by trusted adult volunteers, mentors, and millions of alums, Girl Scouts lead the way as they find their voices and make changes that affect the issues most important to them. To join us, volunteer, reconnect, or donate, visit gs-top.org.
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Saturday, August 31- Democracy in Action
6:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Amarillo Sod Poodles: The Soddies continue a homestand against the Arkansas Travelers. (6:35 p.m. Thursday; continues through Sunday; Hodgetown, 715 S. Buchanan St.; ticket prices vary; 806-803-9547)
The Toadies: The iconic ’90s rock band returns to town for a show at Starlight Ranch Event Center. (8 p.m. Saturday; 1415 Sunrise Drive; tickets $25; 806-342-0515)
La Frontera Block Party: The Amarillo mainstay celebrates its 40th and final fiesta, featuring Art Tijerina, Amarillo Godfathers, Incepion and Los Arcos Hermanos. (5 p.m. Sunday; 1401 S. Arthur St.; 806-372-4593)
Amarillo Sod Poodles: The Soddies continue a homestand against the Arkansas Travelers. (6:35 p.m. Thursday; continues through Sunday; Hodgetown, 715 S. Buchanan St.; ticket prices vary; 806-803-9547)
High N’ Fidelity: Take it on the run, baby, with this REO Speedwagon tribute act at Shark Beach Burgers. (7:30 p.m. Sunday; 1505 E. Farm-to-Market Road 1151; cover; 806-335-5644)