We often are asked…”what can we do to help you at FILL WITH HOPE?” Today, we invite you to join us as we come together to pray over our families and children—as well as our CISD community—our counselors, teachers, and administration as they gear up to start the new school year!
Join us in person at the FILL WITH HOPE warehouse-
Sunday August 3rd at 4pm
11805 I-27 (Behind Choice Media)
You are also welcome to stay a bit longer and help us create “Hope Notes” of encouragement to send out to our children—in hopes of brightening their day!
If you are not able to come physically—pray from where you are at!! God hears each one and we so grateful!!
Please call if you have questions!!—Looking forward to seeing you SOON!
Bachman-Turner Overdrive and The Marshall Tucker Band: The ’70s rockers bring their “Roll On Down The Highway” tour to the Amarillo Civic Center Complex Coliseum. (7 p.m. 401 S. Buchanan St.; tickets $60 to $90, plus fees; 806-378-3096)
- AISD Official School Calendar 2024-2025 v2 updated 06-2024 (PDF opens in new window)
- AISD School Calendar for 2025-2026 (PDF opens in new window)
- Athletics Calendar and Schedules:
- Fine Arts Calendar
- Graduation Schedule
- School Board of Trustees Meeting Schedule
- Testing Calendar 2024-2025 (PDF opens in new window)
Arts in the Sunset: Check out local artists’ works throughout the gallery. (daily, hours vary; 3701 Plains Blvd.; free; 806-354-8802)
KGNC-AM Texas Rangers Baseball Schedule For August 2025
All Times Listed Are Broadcast Start Time
Friday, August 1st – 8:30pm – Texas Rangers at Seattle Mariners
Saturday, August 2nd – 2:30pm – Texas Rangers at Seattle Mariners
Sunday, August 3rd – 2:30pm – Texas Rangers at Seattle Mariners
Monday, August 4th – 6:30pm – New York Yankees at Texas Rangers
Tuesday, August 5th – 6:30pm – New York Yankees at Texas Rangers
Friday, August 8th – 6:30pm – Philadelphia Phillies at Texas Rangers
Saturday, August 9th – 5:30pm – Philadelphia Phillies at Texas Rangers
Sunday, August 10th – 1:00pm – Philadelphia Phillies at Texas Rangers
Monday, August 11th – 6:30pm – Arizona Diamondbacks at Texas Rangers
Tuesday, August 12th – 6:30pm – Arizona Diamondbacks at Texas Ranger
Friday, August 15th – 6:00pm (JIP) – Texas Rangers at Toronto Blue Jays
Saturday, August 16th – 1:30pm – Texas Rangers at Toronto Blue Jays
Sunday, August 17th – 12Noon – Texas Rangers at Toronto Blue Jays
Monday, August 18th – 6:00pm – Texas Rangers at Kansas City Royals
Tuesday, August 19th – 6:00pm – Texas Rangers at Kansas City Royals
Wednesday, August 20th – 6:00pm – Texas Rangers at Kansas City Royals
Friday, August 22nd – 6:00pm – Cleveland Guardians at Texas Rangers
Saturday, August 23rd – 5:30pm – Cleveland Guardians at Texas Rangers
Sunday, August 24th – 1:00pm – Cleveland Guardians at Texas Rangers
Monday, August 25th – 6:30pm – Los Angeles Angels at Texas Rangers
Tuesday, August 26th – 6:30pm – Los Angeles Angels at Texas Rangers
Wednesday, August 27th – 6:30pm – Los Angeles Angels at Texas Rangers
Friday, August 29th – 8:30pm – Texas Rangers at Athletics
Saturday, August 30th – 8:30pm – Texas Rangers at Athletics
Sunday, August 31st – 2:30pm – Texas Rangers at Athletics
Tracy Sommers (she,her,hers)
West Texas Area Director
www.afsp.org/westtexas
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
tsommers@afsp.org
T: 806.670.1227
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TICKETS FOR ‘SYMPHONY UNDER THE STARS’ AT HODGETOWN ON SALE NOW
Amarillo Symphony Returns for a Magical Night of Music, Food, and Fireworks on September 6
AMARILLO, TX (June 17, 2025) – The Amarillo Symphony and the Amarillo Sod Poodles are thrilled to announce that tickets are now on sale for the sixth annual “Symphony Under the Stars” at HODGETOWN. This year’s highly anticipated outdoor concert will take place on Saturday, September 6, with gates opening at 6:00 p.m.
The Panhandle’s only professional symphony orchestra will be conducted by George Jackson as they kick off the 2025–26 season with an unforgettable program featuring the iconic music of John Williams. Audiences can expect beloved selections from legendary films such as Star Wars, E.T., Harry Potter, and more.
An evening of timeless classics under the West Texas sky will be capped off with a spectacular Fireworks Finale presented by FirstBank Southwest making for a night the entire family can enjoy. Food and drink will be available throughout the event, and guests are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy the full experience.
Tickets start at just $14 and can be purchased online HERE. A limited number of on-field VIP Tables are also available, each including seating for eight and a prime steak dinner, offering a front-row view of the performance.
The Amarillo Symphony gives special thanks to Street Toyota, Amarillo National Bank, CVB Film Commission, Physicians Surgical, and Sprouse, Shrader, Smith for helping bring this event to life.
Join us for a magical night of music, community, and celebration at the heart of downtown Amarillo. For premium hospitality options—including Dugout Suites, Concourse Suites, Luxury Suites, the Pepsi Party Deck, or the new City Federal Credit Union Fiesta Deck—please contact the Sod Poodles Front Office at (806) 803-9547 or email groups@sodpoodles.com. Tickets may also be purchased in person at the HODGETOWN Box Office, open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Amarillo, Tx – The Don Harrington Discovery Center’s third program for their Summer Speaker Series is August 4th from 4:45 pm to 6:15 pm and is open for all community members to attend for no cost.
About August’s speakers:
- Klementina Fon Tacer, DVM, PhD
- CPRIT Scholar
- Assistant Professor, Cancer Biology and Reproductive Biology
- Director, Texas Center for Comparative Cancer Research (TC3R)
- Editor-in-Chief, Slovenian Veterinary Research (slovetres.si)
- Bethany Schilling, DVM, MA
- Assistant Professor, General Veterinary Practice
- Helps teach clinical and professional skills and prepares students for unique challenges that come when practicing in rural and regional communities
The Summer Speaker Series will coincide with DHDC’s Girls Who Science program. The
program is held on the first Monday of every month, featuring women in research-based roles to inspire families, students, children, or other interested individuals. The Summer Speaker Series is free for attendees and held in the Don Harrington Discovery Center Auditorium.
After hearing from their guest speakers, the Discovery Center will also provide an activity exclusively for members of their Girls Who Science club, girls aged 8 to 18. Other attendees are welcome to stay and explore DHDC’s East wing or ask the speakers further questions.
Snacks and water will also be provided for attendees.
The Girls Who Science program is supported by The Moody Foundation.
Follow The Discovery Center on Facebook and Instagram for more information on their community programs. Information can be found on their website as well.
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The Don Harrington Discovery Center is a hands-on science center that makes science exciting, relevant, and interesting to all types of learners by providing interactive exhibits and programs that actively engage children, adolescents, and their families.
Wildcat Bluff Nature Center is a nonprofit organization that fosters awareness, understanding, and appreciation of nature within the Texas Panhandle and to encourage education in the natural sciences from a current and historical perspective.
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit institution funded by admissions, memberships, and community support, The Discovery Center and Wildcat Bluff stimulate imagination, inquisitiveness, and innovative thinking by partnering with donors to create quality programming and exhibits. Visit www.dhdc.org for more information about memberships, exhibits, and shows.
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Texas Originals: “Texas” cast members trot out other skills in this variety show. (7 p.m. Branding Iron Theatre in the Sybil B. Harrington Fine Arts Complex on WT’s Canyon campus; tickets $12; 806-651-2181)