Event Calendar

National Geographic photo exhibit
to open at Arts in the Sunset

Arts in the Sunset visitors will wit-
ness some ofthe most surprising animal

behavior in the new National Geograph-
ic exhibition, “The Greatest Wildlife

Photographs.” The exhibit opens Sept.
23 in the Ann Crouch Gallery and is free
and open to the public.
The very best wildlife pictures from

the pages of National Geographic maga-
zine have been chosen to be dis.played in

this exhibition, according to the Amaril-
lo Arts Institute news release.

Curated by renowned nature picture
editor, Kathy Moran, this exhibition is a
celebratory look at wildlife with images
taken by National Geographic’s most
iconic photographers such as, Michael

“Nick”Nichols, Steve Winter, Paul Nick-
len, Beverly Joubert, David Doubilet

and more.

Showcasing the evolution of photog-
raphy, the images convey how innova-
tions such as camera traps, remote im-
aging, and underwater technology have

granted photographers access to wild-
life in their natural habitat.

“The Greatest Wildlife Photographs”
will remain open at Arts in the Sunset
until Dec. 22.

Tolearn more, visit www.nationalge-
ographic.org or follow them on Insta-
gram, Twitter and Facebook.

Hey! The Texas Panhandle Builders Association is raffling off a newly built 4-bed, 3-bath home at 9404 Stonecrest, Amarillo (2,725 sq. ft., 3-car garage, $585k value)! Tickets are only $500, and with only 2,400 tickets being sold and a drawing at 1,200, your odds are SUPER in your favor! Don’t miss your chance to win a dream home or add a $585k asset to your portfolio.

Even if you don’t win, your raffle purchase supports the Texas Panhandle Builders Association, a trusted organization that supports the building industry and ensures quality, affordable housing for our community. Proceeds fund programs that support local builders, provide scholarships, and help enhance housing accessibility for our citizens.  Your support makes a big impact!

Get your ticket now! Here is the link to buy your ticket:. https://app.galabid.com/

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The Deadline for ticket sales is December 8^th.  Thanks for sharing this!

MEDIA ADVISORY: Make-A-Wish to host 2^nd annual Stars of the South Plains talent competition to raise funds for wishes and crown the area’s next top talent

WHAT: On Saturday, February 8, Make-A-Wish is hosting its 2^nd annual Stars of the South Plains talent competition, bringing top talent from Amarillo and Lubbock to the stage for a chance to win a $5,000 grand prize courtesy of IPS, Inc.

WHEN: Saturday, February 8, 2025. Doors open at 4:30 p.m.

WHERE: Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences (1300 Mac Davis Ln., Lubbock, TX 79401)

HOW: Visit https://www.starsofthesouthplains.org for more information:

• All ages and talents from the area are invited to submit auditions now through January 3, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.
• Individuals and organizations are invited to sponsor the event
• The community is invited to purchase tickets to the event and will have an opportunity at the event to influence the judges’ decision on the winner

WHY: Make-A-Wish has granted more than 1,780 wishes across Amarillo and Lubbock. More than 80 area children with critical illnesses are waiting for their wishes to be granted. Funds raised from the Stars of the South Plains event will help grant more wishes for area children.

Representatives from Make-A-Wish and wish families will be available for interviews.
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About Make-A-Wish:

Make-A-Wish creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses, aiming to grant every eligible child’s wish because every child deserves a childhood. A 2022 study shows that children whose wishes are granted build the physical, mental, and emotional strength needed to combat their illnesses.

Generous donors, supporters, staff, and volunteers collaborate to fulfill wishes, with Make-A-Wish North Texas and 57 other chapters nationwide granting over 330,000 wishes. Since 1982, Make-A-Wish North Texas has supported 161 North, East, and West Texas counties, granting more than 13,000 life-changing wishes.

For more information about the nonprofit, visit wish.org/ntx or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

Thanks,

Amy

Amy Rodgers (she/her/hers)

Director of Marketing & Communications

Make-A-Wish^® North Texas

16803 Dallas Parkway, Ste. 100

Addison, TX 75001

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National Geographic photo exhibit
to open at Arts in the Sunset

Arts in the Sunset visitors will wit-
ness some ofthe most surprising animal

behavior in the new National Geograph-
ic exhibition, “The Greatest Wildlife

Photographs.” The exhibit opens Sept.
23 in the Ann Crouch Gallery and is free
and open to the public.
The very best wildlife pictures from

the pages of National Geographic maga-
zine have been chosen to be dis.played in

this exhibition, according to the Amaril-
lo Arts Institute news release.

Curated by renowned nature picture
editor, Kathy Moran, this exhibition is a
celebratory look at wildlife with images
taken by National Geographic’s most
iconic photographers such as, Michael

“Nick”Nichols, Steve Winter, Paul Nick-
len, Beverly Joubert, David Doubilet

and more.

Showcasing the evolution of photog-
raphy, the images convey how innova-
tions such as camera traps, remote im-
aging, and underwater technology have

granted photographers access to wild-
life in their natural habitat.

“The Greatest Wildlife Photographs”
will remain open at Arts in the Sunset
until Dec. 22.

Tolearn more, visit www.nationalge-
ographic.org or follow them on Insta-
gram, Twitter and Facebook.

Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum: Enjoy “Dali’s Wonderland” through March plus the 2024 Regional Art Faculty Show through Jan. 5, “Remembering Adobe Walls” through May, and a special “Día de los Muertos” exhibition through Nov. 3. (2503 Fourth Ave. in Canyon; 806-651-2244)

Hey! The Texas Panhandle Builders Association is raffling off a newly built 4-bed, 3-bath home at 9404 Stonecrest, Amarillo (2,725 sq. ft., 3-car garage, $585k value)! Tickets are only $500, and with only 2,400 tickets being sold and a drawing at 1,200, your odds are SUPER in your favor! Don’t miss your chance to win a dream home or add a $585k asset to your portfolio.

Even if you don’t win, your raffle purchase supports the Texas Panhandle Builders Association, a trusted organization that supports the building industry and ensures quality, affordable housing for our community. Proceeds fund programs that support local builders, provide scholarships, and help enhance housing accessibility for our citizens.  Your support makes a big impact!

Get your ticket now! Here is the link to buy your ticket:. https://app.galabid.com/

tpba24homeraffle/items/95b357a0-2d36-4d05-8230-e96f89e73efe

The Deadline for ticket sales is December 8^th.  Thanks for sharing this!