Event Calendar

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)

This summer, Ascension Academy is launching its own STEM-focused camps, designed for students eager to explore video game and app development at an intermediate and advanced level! Whether campers are taking their first steps in coding or refining their development skills, these immersive experiences will empower them to bring their ideas to life and prepare for future success in the ever-evolving world of technology. 

As a college preparatory academy, we are committed to fostering innovation, creativity, and technical skill-building, giving students hands-on experience with programming, logic, and design. 

Details:

• • Dates:
    Week 1, Intermediate Level: July 21-24, 10am-2pm each day
    Week 2, Advanced Level: July 28-31, 10am-2pm each day
  • Age Range: Rising 8th-12 grade students for the 2025-2026 school year (does not need to be an Ascension Academy student)
  • Cost: $200 per camper, per week
  • • Perks: Each camper will receive a license for the software solutions used in the camp for 30 days, along with a flash drive with all of the files and notes from the camp so they can continue to build on their projects long after the camp ends.

    Campers do not need to attend both weeks, although they certainly may! Campers should have basic navigation skills on a computer and have access to a personal email address. 

    Spaces are limited so parents should register their kids now! 

    Link to register: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/summercamps2025/event/summercamps2025

    Thank you in advance for sharing!
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A 120-Year Legacy Breakfast

Hello Canyon Chamber Supporter!

In 2026, the Canyon Chamber of Commerce will celebrate its 120th year.
That’s 120 years of ribbon cuttings and holiday events, parades and partnerships, shop local campaigns and quiet behind-the-scenes work.
It’s 120 years of generations showing up, for one another, for Canyon, and for the future.

And now, we’re preparing for our biggest year yet.

It’s not just our milestone; it’s a national one.

️ America turns 250.
 The Chamber and the City of Canyon turn 120.
And we’re marking this moment with fresh energy, bold ideas, and a brand-new signature event—one that honors the deep roots we’ve planted and looks ahead to everything still growing. It’s a celebration of where we’ve been… and where we’re going.

But to do this right, we need your support early and all-in.

 Rooted in Canyon – A 120-Year Legacy Breakfast

Celebrating the past. Fueling the future. Together.

 Thursday, July 31
8:30 AM
Lone Star Room at First United Bank
Breakfast is on us—your presence is what matters most.

This breakfast is where it all begins. We’ll unveil our 2026 sponsorship opportunities, custom packages designed to highlight your business, strengthen your impact, and allow you to support the entire year’s initiatives in one meaningful commitment.

Your partnership at this moment helps fund:
Major events like the 4th of July and Christmas in Canyon
Tourism and small business promotion
Our new citywide celebration of Canyon’s 120th year
Year-round programs and events that bring our community together

But even more than that, this breakfast is a thank you.
To the businesses who’ve stuck with us.
To the leaders who’ve shown up again and again.
To everyone who believes that community matters.

We’ve come a long way. And now we’re building something even greater.

 Please RSVP by July 29, 2025 at https://business.canyonchamber.org/events/details/sponsorship-meeting-breakfast-9935

 Can’t make it? No problem, we’ll be hosting a second-chance coffee soon. Just reply to this email and we’ll make sure you’re invited.

Committed to Canyon,

Brooklyn Spencer 

Administrative Assistant

806.655.7815

1518 5^th Avenue

Canyon, Texas 79015

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We would like to extend another invitation to you for the Procurement Luncheon in Amarillo on Thursday, July 31st from noon to 1:00 pm. Learn how you can access a -FREE- cybersecurity audit and support for your business from West Texas A&M University!

This session is focused on helping business owners understand and manage cybersecurity risks, especially when working with government contracts where compliance is critical.

Our guest speaker, Dr. Murray E. Jennex, brings decades of expertise in cybersecurity, knowledge management, and crisis response. He will share real-world insights from over 100 cybersecurity audits conducted on small to medium enterprises (SMEs). He’ll break down the biggest threats facing small businesses today and offer practical strategies to protect your data, operations, and contracts. Protect your business before it’s too late — reserve your seat today! Tickets for the luncheon are $20.

Please click HERE to register.

This event is being co-hosted by the NW Texas APEX Accelerator Center, America’s SBDC at WTAMU and the WT Enterprise Center. Please let me know if you have any questions or issues with your registration.

Sincerely,

Brandy Reed

Senior Business Field Advisor  |  Northwest Texas APEX Accelerator Centers

NWTAPEX  |  brandy.reed@ttu.edu  |  (806) 834-2868

This APEX Accelerator is funded through a cooperative agreement with the Department of Defense.

Music in the Gardens: Amarillo country band Christopher Erin & The Obvious Few continues the season for the Amarillo Botanical Gardens’ annual summer concert series, with food from Sushi Bomb. (7 p.m. 1400 Streit Drive; admission $5 for members, $10 nonmembers; 806-352-6513)