Amarillo Gazette

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Blue Star Museum Initiative

Current military members, their families, and veterans will be offered free access to Don Harrington Discovery Center until Labor Day – Sept. 4. DHDC is located at 1200 Streit Drive in Amarillo.

Blue Star Museum Initiative | discoverycenteramarillo.org

Thursday, Aug. 3 

Music in the Gardens

There will be live music at Amarillo Botanical Gardens, located at 1400 Streit Drive in Amarillo, every Thursday throughout the summer. Texas Junction will perform on Aug. 3 from 7 to 9 p.m.

Friday, Aug. 4

Coffee and Cuties

Coffee and Cuties provides amusement for children while allowing their caregivers to sit back, relax, and enjoy themselves. Children can participate in storytime and an enjoyable craft or scientific activity; both are led by a staff member. The overall theme is science fiction. There are three Coffee and Cuties sessions to choose from: 9:45, 10:45, and 11:45 a.m. This event will be held at the Don Harrington Discovery Center.

Nerf Wars

Gather your friends, load up your favorite Nerf gun, and have fun with us. Players can choose from these game modes: team deathmatch, capture the flag, and last man standing. Eye protection and darts will be provided. Winners will receive prizes for the gaming matches. Cost is $10 per person. The event will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Amarillo National Tennis Center, located at 5000 S. Bell St. in Amarillo.

Saturday, Aug. 5

Amarillo Delights

Children will have fun producing edible works of art – all kinds of delectable sweets and desserts. Cost is $30 per person. This event will be held from 11 a.m. to noon at the Charles E. Warford Activity Center, located at 1330 NW 18th Ave. in Amarillo. Register at bit.ly/recatcostcamps as soon as possible. 

Monday, Aug. 7

Girls Who Science – August

Girls between the ages of 10 and 18 will participate in hands-on experiments, hear from women working in STEM fields, and explore STEM-related activities geared toward careers. There is no cost for admission to this event. The fields of medicine, engineering, computer programming, biology, and animal sciences are just a few of the many topics that will be discussed throughout each month's program. This event will take place the first Monday of every month from 4:45 to 6:15 p.m. at the Don Harrington Discovery Center.

Friday, Aug. 11

Toddler Tracks

Explorers age 5 and younger (accompanied by an adult) are welcome to participate in the Toddler Tracks program. There will be a nature-themed storytime at the Wildcat Bluff Nature Center, located at 2301 N. Soncy Road in Amarillo. Participants will make a craft or participate in a hands-on activity and go on a nature walk on Libb's Trail. The theme is "engineers with a wild side." Dress appropriately for the weather and bring a bottle of water with you. We go on our nature walk regardless of the weather, even though rain tends to cut our time out there a bit shorter. The second Friday of each month from 10 to 11 a.m. is reserved for Toddler Tracks. This program is included in the price of admission. DHDC members who have the Wildcat Bluff add-on membership also receive free admission to the event.

Parents’ Night Out

This event is for children ages 4 to 11. It will be held at the Don Harrington Discovery Center from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. We'll keep an eye on the youngsters so you can relax and enjoy your evening. Children that take part in the event will do things such as investigate displays, participate in mind-boggling experiments, and more. Food will be available for dinner.

Cost of membership is $25 for the first child and $20 for each additional child. For non-members, the first child is charged $30 and each additional child is charged $25. Because there is a restriction on the number of seats available, bookings are required in advance. 

Be aware that some age groups fill up quickly, so don't wait! Follow DHDC on Facebook and Instagram to find out when registration opens.

Saturday, Aug. 12

Guided Hike

The Wildcat Bluff Nature Center will host a guided hike from 9 to 11:00 a.m. Gain an understanding of the geology of the Bluff as well as the flora and fauna that make our region their home. Plan on spending approximately one to one and a half hours hiking at a reasonably slow pace to cover approximately two miles. Along with bringing your own water or planning to buy a bottle at our Visitor Center, we ask that you dress appropriately for the temperature and wear shoes that are suitable for hiking. In addition to that, we strongly advise using sunscreen and bug spray. 

Wednesday, Aug. 16

Seniors Cornhole Tournament

The Seniors Cornhole Tournament will occur at the Charles E. Warford Activity Center from 2 to 6 p.m. Participants must be age 50 or older. Two-person teams consisting of men and women will compete in an eight-team bracket. Teams with the best two out of three games will advance. Anyone above the age of 50 can participate in the competition at no cost. Participants will take turns drawing to determine their bracket placement. Water, coffee, and snacks will be provided free of charge. Teams are required to register online or by phone with the city of Amarillo's senior services office. Regulations for the tournament will be communicated to participants through email and will be posted online on the day of the event.

Friday, Aug. 18

Gameapooloza

Send an enjoyable evening playing video games and eating pizza. The event will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Charles E. Warford Activity Center. Stations will be set up for a Nerf war in the gymnasium, a Super Smash Bros tournament in one of the multi-use rooms, and a pizza dinner followed by an Oreo challenge for dessert. Some of the games available in the gaming room include Madden, Halo, FIFA, Worms, Fortnite, and Rocket League. Cost is $25 per person. 

Saturday, Aug. 19

Glow in the Dark Dodgeball Tournament

It is time to shine, so get ready! At the Amarillo Parks and Recreation Glow in the Dark Dodgeball Tournament, participants will get the opportunity to enjoy some glow-in-the-dark dodgeball action! You will enjoy a night that is unforgettable, full of ducks, dips, dodges, and dives. Awards will be presented to the first- and second-place teams. In order to get the best possible outcome, we need all competing teams to wear vivid neon-colored clothing. Register right as soon as possible because there is a limit on the number of participants. This event will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Charles E. Warford Activity Center. Cost is $75 for each team.

Wednesday, Aug. 23

LA Guns VIP 2023

Hoot's Pub will host the LA Guns VIP 2023 event from 4 to 5 p.m. During this stop on LA Guns' tour, you will get the opportunity to participate in soundcheck and meet the band if you sign up for an exclusive VIP experience. Hoot's Pub is located at 2424 Hobbs Road in Amarillo.

Saturday, Aug. 26

Archery Camp

Children ages 8 to 15 can participate in an outdoor activity that is experiencing rapid expansion. A fun and interactive archery camp will be led by USA Archery-certified coaches. They will teach the fundamentals of archery. Cost is $30 per person. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to noon at the Southeast Park picnic area, located at SE 46th Ave and Osage St. in Amarillo.

100th Season Opener with Randall King

This one-of-a-kind performance – the first event of the Amarillo Symphony's centennial season – will feature country music singer Randall King. Local artists Eric Barry and the Opera Cowgirls will open the show with a variety of patriotic and Western classics. The night will end with some of King's hits, followed by a fireworks display. King, who is from Hereford, was recently signed to a major label. The rising country star's debut studio album called "Shot Glass" was released last year. Pandora and Country Now designated King a 2022 Country Artist to Watch. His music has been streamed more than 120 million times throughout the world. George Jackson will serve as symphony conductor. The event will occur at 6 p.m. at Hodgetown, located at 715 S. Buchanan Street in Amarillo.

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Saturday, Sept. 2

Cal Farley's Boys Ranch Rodeo

The 79th annual Boys Ranch Rodeo will be held during Labor Day weekend. Tickets are available online, by phone at 806-687-3722, or at the gate on the day of the event. Ticket price includes a BBQ lunch, admission to AdventureFest, and the rodeo. At AdventureFest, you can experience baby goats, face painting, a dunking booth, and more. The rodeo starts at 2:30. The event will occur at Cal Farley's Boys Ranch, located at 8 Julian Bivins Ave. in Boys Ranch.