Event Calendar

Back-to-School Barrio Bash: This community event will feature a horseshoe tournament, school-supply drive, free hot dogs and more. (1 p.m. El Alamo Park, 1621 S. Houston St.; 806-220-5704)

Luke Bulla: The fiddler and member of Lyle Lovett’s Big Band returns to Amarillo for a show at Chalice Abbey. (4 p.m. 2717 Stanley St., Suite A; $15 donation; 806-576-2480)

Don Harrington Discovery Center: Explore the new permanent exhibition “Discover through Time.” (9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays and noon to 4:30 p.m. Sundays; 1200 Streit Drive; admission $14 adults; $11 seniors, military and students, and $9 children; 806-355-9547)

Those interested in attending the Panhandle Regional Planning Commission’s Dispute Resolution Center Basic Mediation Training in September 2025 and Family Law Mediation Training in September/October 2025 must register by August 25. This allows for time to order materials necessary for the training and adequately prepare to offer the training. These trainings meet the criteria for approval by the Texas Mediation Credentialling Association.

The Basic Mediation Training is designed to offer the 40 hours of training required for individuals to become a court recognized mediator under the laws and governing regulations in the State of Texas. The training is also certified as an MCLE course by the State Bar of Texas for 40 hours of CLE with 2.5 hours of ethics.

The Family Law Mediation training will allow individuals to mediate cases involving matters including divorce, child custody/support, Estate/Probate, Guardianship and CPS. It will total 30 hours of training and include detailed training in domestic violence.

The training schedule is as follows:

Basic Mediation Training:

September 4 & 5 (9 – 5 Breakfast & Lunch Included); September 6 ( 9 – 1 Brunch Included)

September 11 & 12 (9 – 5 Breakfast & Lunch Included); September 13 (9 – 1 Brunch Included)

Family Law Mediation Training:

September 25 & 26 (9 – 5 Breakfast & Lunch Included)

October 2 & 3 (9 – 5 Breakfast & lunch Included)

Cost for Basic Mediation Training:

Attorneys – 40 CLE (2.5 Ethics) $600 OR $450 with pledge of one mediation per month for 12 months

Employee-sponsored and individuals $450 OR $250 with pledge of one mediation per month for 12 months

($100 off if trained at our DRC)

Employee-sponsored and individuals $450 OR $250 with pledge of one mediation per month for 12 months

($100 off if trained at our DRC)

Prices include meals, snacks, books, materials and Conflict Personality Testing.

The training will be offered at the PRPC Building, 415 SW 8th Avenue. There is also an option to attend via the online platform Zoom.

Jerri Glover, Dispute Resolution Center Program Coordinator says “The Basic Mediation Training offers skills that are required to perform duties as a Mediator, but also offers vital personal and professional skills that anyone will find beneficial no matter their profession or purpose.”

Glover also stressed “We don’t want the cost to be a barrier to anyone attending the training. If the cost is going to prevent you from attending, please call and we will be happy to discuss options for you.”

Employers are encouraged to consider sponsoring employees to attend the training. It is an important investment for employers that will offer their employees skills that can offer businesses the opportunity to change the way they handle conflict within their organization and customer disputes.

Individuals interested in the training or needing additional information should contact Jerri Glover at dispute@theprpc.org or 806-372-3381.

Jerri Glover

Program Coordinator

Dispute Resolution Center

415 SW 8^th Ave

P.O. Box 9257

Amarillo, TX 79105

806-372-3381

806-373-3268 Fax

Be Part of Something Big – Clear the Shelters 2025 Needs You!

Hello,

We’re gearing up for Amarillo’s Clear the Shelters 2025 Crescendo Event on Saturday, August 23rd, and we’d love to have you on board!

Location: Amarillo Animal Management & Welfare

Time: 11 AM – 7 PM

Date: Saturday, August 23, 2025

Whether you can volunteer for an hour or stay all day, we’ve got shifts lined out for your convenience—volunteer as your time allows and help us make this our biggest adoption event yet!

Training is required to participate. If you’ve already completed it, you’re good to go! If not, we’ll get you trained before the event so you’re fully prepared.

From greeting guests and assisting with setup to celebrating new pet adoptions, every role helps us create a joyful, impactful experience for our community and our animals.

Ready to help?

Thank you for being part of the heart and soul of Amarillo Animal Management & Welfare. Let’s make this event unforgettable—for the pets and the people who love them.

Thank you,

Katrena Volden

Outreach Manager

Amarillo Animal Management and Welfare

katrena.volden@amarillo.gov

806-673-7821