The annual Opportunity School Board Valentine’s Day Cookie Sale is back ready to spread a little love around Amarillo and Canyon. Surprise your sweetheart, your co-workers or your child’s teacher with two dozen delicious thumbprint cookies wrapped in a decorative box. The cookies will be delivered by volunteers anywhere in Amarillo or Canyon on Valentine’s Day, Wednesday, February 14. Each box is $25. Orders must be in by Friday, February 9 at 11:59 pm.*
TWO EASY WAYS TO ORDER*:
Click here to order cookies or call Opportunity School at (806) 373-4245.
Thanks to our generous Big Cookie Sponsors, all proceeds from the cookie sales will go to benefit the children and families of Opportunity School.
If you would like to be a Big Cookie Sponsor, click here.
Thank you so much for supporting high quality early childhood education for Amarillo children!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: If you would like to help spread the joy of cookies, you can sign up here to help deliver Valentine’s Cookies, you can sign up here! Please be sure to include your phone number in the contact information when you sign up! Click here to volunteer.
*Orders of 15 or more boxes will be eligible for the sponsor logo to be added to the insert card which is packaged with each box. If you would like to have your logo or name included, orders must be confirmed early, by January 31. Call Brandie Roberts at Opportunity School to place large orders or to assist with a sponsorship.
Jill Goodrich | Executive Director
Opportunity School | 1100 S. Harrison, Amarillo, TX 79101
Phone: 806.373.4245 | Mobile: 806.679.5015 | *:jillgoodrich@opportunityschool.com
Friend us on Facebook or visit opportunityschool.com
American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum: Take in “Ranching Remudas,” on view through July 27. (2601 E. Interstate 40; 806-376-5181)
First Friday Art Walk: The favorite tradition continues at newly renovated Arts in the Sunset. (5 to 9 p.m. Friday; 3701 Plains Blvd.; free
It’s Time!
We are thrilled to invite you to an extraordinary event that promises to blend creativity and compassion seamlessly – HeArt of CASA.
HeArt of CASA is not just an art gallery; it’s a platform where the artistic talents of foster children take center stage. At this unique event, foster children will showcase their original artwork, and the magic happens when local artists, inspired by these young talents, recreate their masterpieces.
By attending HeArt of CASA, you are not just immersing yourself in a world of art; you are also making a meaningful impact on the lives of these foster children. All proceeds from ticket sales go directly to support Amarillo Area CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), an organization dedicated to advocating for the best interests of abused and neglected children in our community.
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What to Expect:
- Art Exhibition: Witness the incredible artwork crafted by local artist.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for art and philanthropy.
- Silent Auction: Bid on exclusive artworks with all proceeds benefiting Amarillo Area CASA.
Buy your tickets today and let’s make this year’s HeArt of even more remarkable than the last.
Thank you for being a vital part of Amarillo Area CASA and for your dedication to our mission. Together, we can create a brighter future for the foster children of the Panhandle.
Your presence at this event will not only enrich your artistic senses but also contribute to the well-being of the children who need it most. Let’s come together to make a difference.
Thank you for your support, and we look forward to welcoming you to HeArt of CASA!
Azaley Pulley
Recruitment & Fund Development Director
Amarillo Area CASA
112 SW 8th Street Suite 101
Amarillo, Texas 79101
Office: 806-373-2272 ext.106
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HOPE CHOICE ANNUAL BANQUET
FEBRUARY 12TH, 2024
6:30PM
Doors Open at 6:00pm
AMARILLO CIVIC CENTER
Heritage Ballroom
RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED AND REQUESTED BY
FEBRUARY 5th TO ATTEND.
We hope you will join us for our Annual Banquet as we showcase the heart and vision of the ministry through the voices of those touched by Hope Choice. Because of your support , people are being filled with hope peace joy and abundant life! We will be sharing exciting news of how we are expanding territory in 2024
Please make sure to attend as we ” rejoice in the Lord” for all He’s done and will do in the coming year!
Josh Weathers: The Texas country-rocker offers an intimate show at Hotel Turkey. (6 p.m. Friday; 201 Third St. in Turkey; tickets $15; 806-423-1151)

We are seeking sponsors for the 2024 Heroes & Legends.
We have several tables still available for our annual fundraising event, Heroes & Legends, Friday, April 12.
The Bridge’s mission is to provide a child’s path to healing and justice in the wake of abuse or witnessing violence.
This fundraiser is vital to be able to provide services to our kids who are suffering.
Our deadline is February 15 to sell tables to underwriters; individual tickets will be available after March 1.
This is a great way to highlight your business as well as support Panhandle Kids!
All inquiries please contact Mollie Swafford at: mollie@bridgecac.org or check out the sponsorship levels here: https://app.etapestry.com/…/The…/heroesandlegends24.html
*Sponsorship opportunities end Feb. 15*
This foundational series of classes is meant to help new and not-so-new fundraising professionals elevate their efforts.
Don’t miss this! Register here: https://amarilloareafoundation.org/…/fundraising…/
One of the most challenging areas to manage in a growing business can be your finances.
The WT Enterprise Center is launching an exclusive paid program beginning Feb. 20 designed to
offer business owners a unique chance to enhance their company’s financial leader.
The Financial Leadership program will be led by Eric Alexander, president of Six Arrows Consulting and former CFO of Happy State Bank. Finance leaders will participate in deep-dive conversations about challenges and opportunities for their growth, interact with third parties for valuable perspectives on finance leadership, and gain an understanding of the nonnegotiable characteristics of an effective finance leader.
The deadline to apply is Feb. 13, and seating is limited to only 15 participants for the 10-month program.
For more info, go to WTEnterpriseCenter.com/FinLead today!
Time & Location
Mar 05, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Amarillo, 3601 Plains Blvd, Amarillo, TX 79102, USA
About the Event
Learn the steps you need to take to start a new business in Texas! From filing your DBA, understanding how to collect sales tax, and how to market your business. Bonus…meet reps with the U.S. Small Business Administration and how they support small businesses across the nation as well as reps with APEX Accelerator and learn about how your small business can grow through government contracting opportunities!
This event is part one of the three-part Start a New Business series. The series is open to current and aspiring entrepreneurs of all ages and empowers entrepreneurs to play an important role in revitalizing their own neighborhoods through small business ownership.
– FREE DINNER is provided by a local business!
– FREE CHILDCARE so that you can focus on learning and building the life you’ve always dreamed of having!
– Over $450 in giftcards given away each month!
– The BNPC and SBDC have partnered to provide you with FREE DBA filings!
No RSVP necessary, visit wtsbdc.com/sanb for more info and view the complete series HERE!
Generously sponsored by: Prosperity Bank.
Co-hosted by: Barrio Neighborhood Planning Committee, AmTech Career Academy,
Paul & Virginia Engler College of Business, WT Enterprise Center, & America’s SBDC at WTAMU
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Starting a New Business? Growing an Existing One?
If you’re considering opening a business of your own, NOW is a good time for us to chat!!
Call: 806-356-1555 or E-mail: dj@welcomepardner.com
FREE Consultation (Have your notepad ready!)
Welcome Pardner is the LOCAL direct mail marketing association for the Amarillo area.
Since 1981, we’ve withstood five economic downtimes; once again, we stand with you!
We have stimulus marketing packages available; Some industry exclusivities are available!
Members of our organization can also ethically help you with your business ideas.
If YOU are starting a new business or trying to build an existing one, let us know if
you’d like a brief consultation. There is NO charge (online or in person).
Email: dj@welcomepardner.com
We offer:
Direct Mail Marketing
Digital Marketing
Networking
Business Resources
Easy Community Involvement
Discounts for nonprofit organizations (fundraiser opportunities, too!)
We’re here to help as others have helped us!
Are you hiring?
AHCC members can list job openings for free on our website and newsletter.
For more information, please get in touch with Ann at ann.romo@amarillohcc.com or the office at 806-379-8800.
AHCC Members are HIRING!
Come visit our new ResourceMFG Amarillo, Texas office!
We are hosting “Walk-In Wednesdays” for January 24th & 31st!
Let us help you start the NEW YEAR OFF with a NEW JOB!!
JOIN US IN PERSON AT OUR NEW OFFICE
3505 OLSEN BLVD, STE 206
AMARILLO, TX 79109
The next 2 Wednesdays in January… the 24th and 31st!
FROM 9 AM TO 3 PM
For “On the Spot” INTERVIEW for Jobs paying $16.00 to $20.00 an hour!
Featuring these Jobs…
– Stand-Up Forklift / Amarillo – $17.00
– TIG Welder / Amarillo – $17.00
– Maintenance Technician / Amarillo – $20.00
– Train Unloader / Friona – $17.50
– Sit-Down Forklift / Friona – $16.00
– Administrative Assistant / Amarillo – $17.00
– Bilingual Payroll Billing Specialist / Amarillo – $17.00
– Warehouse Shipping & Receiving Clerk / Amarillo – $17.00
– Overnight Machine Operator / Amarillo – $16.13
– Teacher Instructor / Amarillo – $18.00
– HR Generalist / Plainview – $17.00Apply & RSVP Today…
by clicking on the link below:
http://www.resourcemfg.com/jobs/detail/1129061See why employees rate us 3X better than the other guys!
Passionate about physical therapy and looking for a part-time role?
We’re looking for a part-time PT or PTA to join our Re-Form team! If you’re interested,
email your resume to jentry@re-formpt.com
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Spend your summer at HODGETOWN and have the BEST summer job!
Don’t miss our 2024 job fairs on February 17, February 24, and March 9th.
With openings in multiple ballpark locations.
Fill out an application here https://atmilb.com/3vQ1X7F
Make a difference. Work at WT! (myworkdayjobs.com)
Join the Mares Trucking Team!
We’re Hiring Company Drivers!
Ready to take your trucking career to the next level?
Apply now and be part of our dedicated team!
**Click below to apply!**
https://tinyurl.com/MaresTruckAPP
Join a Winning Team at Street Toyota
For more information visit the link or call / ¡Para mas información visite el link o llame al (806) 355-9846!
Inside Sales Associate Job – Amarillo, TX, US (wizehire.com)
Join the Team at Excel Construction Group!
Ready to take your career in construction to the next level? Excel Construction Group is hiring talented individuals like you!
We’re on the lookout for passionate professionals to be part of our dynamic team.
Visit https://www.excelcg.com/careers/ to apply today!
Street Volkswagen of Amarillo is hiring for several positions!
Click on the following link to apply and learn more about those positions: https://www.streetvw.com/job-positions/
Panhandle Community Services is hiring!
To apply and learn more about positions, click here: https://bit.ly/3AuJHmH
NewsChannel 10/ KEYU- Telemundo Amarillo, Gray Television stations are committed to a broad applicant recruiting outreach program in our continuing efforts to represent our diverse community. As part of this effort, we encourage qualified community organizations to become part of the full-time job opportunity notification mailing list. If your organization is interested in becoming part of this list, and you distribute job information or can provide referrals as part of your regular activity, we would like to hear from you. We would then notify you of each full-time opening and ask you to refer individuals to us for consideration.
Send your request to:
KFDA/KEYU Personnel Coordinator 7900 Broadway Amarillo, TX 79108
Or call: 806.331.9846
CLICK HERE FOR CURRENT JOB OPENINGS.
COME WORK WITH US! We are hiring and want YOU to be part of our family! To learn more about our positions or to apply, visit https://fbsw.com/ourstory/careers/. Faith. Family. Bank.
Do you have a heart for helping others and great organizational and communication skills?
FSS currently has an opening for a full-time Legal Advocate to work with survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. Our Legal Advocate partners with clients to provide support in working with legal systems (courts, probation, parole, legal aid, etc.) and also works as a case manager and provides hospital response to advocate for victims. For more information or to apply online, go to: fss-ama.org/careers, or send a resume to mshields@fss-ama.org.
Our Bienvenidos Committee comprises energetic and creative individuals from
various AHCC Member businesses and organizations. Our committee helps plan the
following events: Ribbon Cuttings, Hora Sociales, and Cafe con Nosotros. They
are the first individuals to meet and welcome new and current members.
At the AHCC, our committee aims to make an excellent
first impression and to provide an enjoyable experience.
Be a part of our Bienvenidos Committee!
Contact Sangie Gonzalez for more information by clicking the button below!
Ribbon Cutting and New Member Information
A ribbon-cutting ceremony is a vital part of marketing your business.
The Amarillo Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is happy
to schedule Ribbon Cuttings for members to celebrate new business openings,
anniversaries, relocation, new ownership, and business expansions.
If you have questions or would like to schedule a ribbon cutting, please contact:
Jennifer at j.anguiano@amarillohcc.com or call the office at 806-379-8800.
We are happy to commemorate your special occasion!
AHCC Membership enhances your visibility in the community, creates networking
opportunities, promote business-to-business contacts, acquire customer
referrals, access to exclusive events, and more!
If you have any questions regarding membership, please contact:
Executive Director, Jennifer Anguiano
Call 806-379-8800 or email j.ang
Amarillo Wranglers: The local hockey squad heads into battle against the Oklahoma Warriors. (7:15 p.m. Friday; continues Saturday; Amarillo Civic Center Complex Coliseum, 401 S. Buchanan St.; tickets $13 to $24; 806-378-3096)
Brass Wire Trio: The local jazz trio electrifies The 806 Coffee + Lounge. (9 p.m. Friday; 2812 S.W. Sixth Ave.; no cover, donations accepted; 806-322-1806)
John Baumann: The sensational Texas singer-songwriter returns for a show at the Western Horseman. (10 p.m. Friday; 2501 E. Interstate 40; 806-379-6555, Ext. 2999)
