NATIONAL GINGERBREAD DAY
‘Tis the season to celebrate National Gingerbread Day. While that may sound strange for June 5, gingerbread lovers across the country celebrate by sampling their favorite recipes and gingerbread treats. Whether in the form of bread, cakes, bars, biscuits, or cookies, gingerbread is delicious any time of year. Read more…
NATIONAL START OVER DAY
Today is June 5 on the National Day Calendar and it’s National Start Over Day to remind you it’s perfectly fine to start over! Today’s National Day is about making the decision to accept failure and start over, from scratch.
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Coffee and Cuties is for explorers ages 5 and under with their caregiver.
Our Education Team offers science-based entertainment for the tots and gives caregivers the opportunity to sit back and relax with Roasters Coffee! A different theme every month makes this program’s storytime and activity exciting for your little learners each visit. 2026 themes:
- January: The Year of the Dino
- February: Pet Parade
- March: Astronaut Academy
- April: On the Move
- May: In the Garden
- June: Scuba School
- July: Citrus Summer
- August: Star Light, Star Bright
- September: Rockin’ Robots
- October: Creepy Crawlies
- November: Seasons of Change
- December: Science is Cool
Coffee and Cuties is on the first Friday of each month, with three time slots to attend based on your schedule. Join us at 9:45 am, 10:45 am, or 11:45 am.
This program is included with admission or Discovery Center Collective membership.
- January: The Year of the Dino
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2026 Sod Poodles Schedule
Cheer on Amarillo’s hometown team, the Sod Poodles, at HODGETOWN in the heart of downtown! Enjoy high-energy Double-A baseball, fan-favorite concessions, themed game nights, and family-friendly entertainment from the first pitch to the last out.
April 3-5 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. Springfield Cardinals
April 14-19 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. Frisco Roughriders
May 5-10 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. Wichita Wind Surge
May 19-24 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. Northwest Arkansas Naturals
June 2-7 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. Tulsa Drillers
June 16-21 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. Midland Rockhounds
June 23-28 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. Frisco Roughriders
July 7-12 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. Arkansas Travelers
July 28-31 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. San Antonio Missions
August 1-2 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. San Antonio Missions
August 11-16 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. Midland Rockhounds
August 25-30 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. Corpus Christi Hooks
September 8-13 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. San Antonio Missions
ILLUSIONS AFTER DARK
Amarillo’s Most Unique Night Out
Step into a world where the impossible happens just inches away.
Illusions After Dark isn’t just a magic show… it’s an experience.
Inside an intimate 25-seat theatre, you’ll witness astonishing sleight of hand, mind-reading, and unforgettable moments of magic happening right in front of you. No big stage. No camera tricks. Just real magic—up close and personal.
Expect:
Impossible illusions
Mind-reading that feels a little too real
Clean comedy and audience interaction
Live animals and unexpected surprises
Whether you’re planning a date night, a night out with friends, or simply looking for something completely different… this is the show people keep talking about.
Limited to just 25 seats per performance
(Every seat feels like the front row… because it basically is.)
Showtimes:
Friday & Saturday at 7:00 PM
From: Mary Bralley <mary@woww.org> Subject: WOWW Clay Shoot
Join us for a fun day of friendly competition at the Aim High for Education clay shoot to benefit Window on a Wider World, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing educational opportunities for children and families in Texas Panhandle communities. Whether you’re an experienced shooter or a beginner, everyone is welcome to participate!
Saturday, June 6, 2026
Registration and breakfast: 8:30 AM
Mandatory Safety Meeting: 9:00 AM
Mandatory Safety Meeting: 9:00 AM
Shooting Starts: 9:30 AM
Lunch: 12 noon
REGISTRATION & SPONSORSHIP: https://www.woww.org/news-and-events
Event Highlights:
- Teams of (4) $200 per person or $800 per team
- Prizes for winners based of Lewis Class System
- 2-player Flurries $10 per person
- Silent Auction/Raffle
- Mulligans (2 per player) $10 per mulligan
- Lunch & Drinks Provided
NOTE: Golf carts/4-wheelers will not be provided, but you may bring your own.
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2026 Sod Poodles Schedule
Cheer on Amarillo’s hometown team, the Sod Poodles, at HODGETOWN in the heart of downtown! Enjoy high-energy Double-A baseball, fan-favorite concessions, themed game nights, and family-friendly entertainment from the first pitch to the last out.
April 3-5 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. Springfield Cardinals
April 14-19 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. Frisco Roughriders
May 5-10 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. Wichita Wind Surge
May 19-24 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. Northwest Arkansas Naturals
June 2-7 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. Tulsa Drillers
June 16-21 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. Midland Rockhounds
June 23-28 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. Frisco Roughriders
July 7-12 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. Arkansas Travelers
July 28-31 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. San Antonio Missions
August 1-2 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. San Antonio Missions
August 11-16 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. Midland Rockhounds
August 25-30 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. Corpus Christi Hooks
September 8-13 – Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. San Antonio Missions