Step Into Their World: Dementia Live -September 16
What if you could experience dementia from the inside?
Join the Area Agency on Aging of the Panhandle and The Craig on September 16 for a powerful, interactive 45-minute Dementia Live® experience.
Participants will step into the world of someone living with dementia through simulated changes in vision, hearing, and touch—gaining a better understanding of the confusion, anxiety, and isolation they may experience.
📅 September 16, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
📍 The Craig | 5500 SW 9th Avenue, Amarillo
⏱️ 45-minute sessions
Limited sessions available. Reservations are required!
📞 RSVP: 806-201-2958
Come experience dementia from a different perspective. Step Into Their World.
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Join us at the Don Harrington Discovery Center every Wednesday at 10:30 am for a special storytime ~ featuring a very special trunk of wonders! Our weekly storytime will be located in a new and exciting spot in the Discovery Center for your littles to discover during your visit. Start your morning with a story and spend the rest of the day exploring our amazing exhibits! This program is included with admission or a Discovery Center Collective membership.
KGNC-AM Texas Rangers Baseball: Boston Red Sox at Texas Rangers
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
6:30 p.m.
Bedrock of Freedom: Constitution Day and Citizenship Day! Commemorating September 17, 1787, when the Founding Fathers signed the U.S. Constitution in Philadelphia, today honors the foundational document of American democracy and celebrates all who have become U.S. citizens. Take a moment to reflect on the rights, freedoms, and shared responsibilities that unite us as a nation!
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.
We’ll have the new exhibit: Ice Dinosaurs on display from September 19 through January 3rd. Book now while it’s warm, for a stress-free party to wow your employees and their families! It may be cold outside come December, but we decorate with holiday cheer and keep things warm for the dinosaurs inside
Reach out to hillary@dhdc.org to learn more about booking a facility rental now. The evenings in December are already filling up!
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.
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| You’re invited to the City of Canyon’s third annual State of the City Luncheon on Thursday, September 17, 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. We’re excited to bring our community together to reflect on the past year, share what’s ahead, and celebrate the momentum we’re building.
· 11:30 am: Doors open; networking & lunch · 12:00–1:00 pm: State of the City address
Location: CISD’s Happy State Bank Stadium Conference Center (second floor) Address: 2800 N 23rd St, Canyon, TX 79015
Questions? Please contact Megan Nantz at mnantz@canyontx.gov. |