A PORTION OF THE PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT THE PANHANDLE ASSESSMENT CENTER
OCT. 2009
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entertainment... Amazing Farm Fun at the Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch...Get Lost & Have Fun! Y’all come for kneeslapping fun down on the farm! Bring the whole family! 2009 Season Sept. 12-Nov. 1. Our cornfield maze is 8 acres of twists, turns and surprises. Come take a turn in the maze, navigating paths cut in the corn. The maze adventure provides hours of fun and exercise for young and old. The 2009 maze (designed by The MAiZE) with a theme showcasing Amarillo. Group Days are on Wednesdays and Thursdays each week. Your group of 40+ is admitted at discounted rates. Or plan a Maze Birthday Party where your guests can “Get Lost! and Have Fun!” at the Farm.
Visit the Pumpkin Patch We have a 4 acre field of pumpkins and gourds where you can wander around and pick-your-own! Pumpkin prices range from 50 cents to $6.00 per pound and gourd prices vary depending on the size. This year we will have over 20 varieties of pumpkins and gourds to choose from — you’ll find the perfect jack o’lantern, Fall decoration ... or maybe a pumpkin pie pumpkin! Whether you come only to purchase pumpkins or you come to partake the fun things happening at Amazingly Fun Farm, we will extend a warm welcome to you. We want you to enjoy your experience at Amazingly Fun Farm.
Take a Hayride! Climb onboard our tractor drawn haywagon with all your friends and family for a ride around the farm. It’s a good way to see all of the attractions at Amazingly Fun Farm—and lots of fun! Gather ‘round the Campfire! Campfire rings are available—great fun for a small group of friends and family. We supply the wood for $15.00, or you can bring your own. You will need reservations for a campfire ring. Bring your own marshmallows and S’Mores makings, or
“Happy Rooms For Happy Kids!” Artist Info: Lesley Ingham ~ I have always loved art. I have always loved creating, and I have always loved pretty things, but I had never experienced the kind of inspiration that I have now with my two precious children: Allison (3), and Kahlon (1 1/2). From the moment I knew I was expecting Alli, I began thinking of beautiful theme ideas for her nursery... and we ended up with a spring time type of theme, since her birthday is in April. Butterflies and bunnies in light pastels and sheer draperies is what I came up with. I beamed with joy each time I walked into her room! It turns out that her room matched her - light and blonde-headed, and pretty!
Design Schemes For Boys and Girls ★ Murals ★ Paintings ★ Children's Name Letters ★ Lamps ★ Hat/Baseball Cap Racks
★ Toy Boxes ★ Shelves, Dressers, Furniture ★ Picture Frames ★ Time-Out Benches ★ Towel Racks
and So Much More!!
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bring weenies to roast, as well as any cooking utensils that may be required! And there’s lots more to do ... While you are here, take in the other attractions at the Amazingly Fun Farm. We have farm animals, rubber duck races, cow train, corn cannon, hay jump, mini-mazes, washer pitch, and much more! And new this year... Concessions - with hotdogs, sausage wraps, nachos and snow cones. Admission: Kids ages 3-83 ... $8.00. Kids age 2 and under ... free. Combo ... $10.00 (includes three Special Activities but not Pumpkin Launcher). Farm Admission Includes: (Cornfield maze, hay jump, mini-mazes, washer pitching, rubber duck races, and visiting the farm animals. (Combo includes 3 Extra At-
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tractions!) Special Activities: Corn Cannon (3 shots) - $1.00, Hayride - $1.00, Cow Train ride - $1.00, Pumpkin Launcher - $2.00
Hours of Operation: Fridays 5-9pm. Saturdays 10am9pm. Sundays 1-6pm Driving directions to the farm: (From I-27 take Loop 335 east 8 miles. Take Whitaker Road North 1/4 mile. (From I-40 take Loop 335 south 5 miles. Take Whitaker Road North 1/4 mile. For more information go to amarillo cornmaze.com
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Opens: October 23, 2009 Rated: PG Genres: Anime, Science Fiction. Some action and peril, and brief mild language Set in futuristic Metro City, “Astro Boy” is about a young robot with incredible powers created by a brilliant scientist named Tenma (Nicolas Cage). Powered by positive “blue” energy, Astro Boy (Freddie Highmore) is endowed with super strength , x-ray vision, unbelievable speed and the ability to fly. Embarking on a journey in search of acceptance, Astro Boy encounters many other colorful characters along the way. Through his adventures, he learns the joys and emotions of being human, and gains the strength to embrace his destiny. Ultimately learning his friends and family are in danger, Astro Boy marshals his awesome super powers and returns to Metro City in a valiant effort to save everything he cares about and to understand what it takes to be a hero.
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craft projects... Green Gobble ‘Em-Up Gobblin Cupcakes
as hair and small pieces to use as teeth. Add green M&Ms to make the nose; use decorating icing to make a mouth. Top black icing with red licorice pieces. Substitution(s) Use mini-Oreos or white Lifesavers as eyes instead of chocolates; use black licorice rope instead of red to create hair and mouth. Preparation Time: 10 minutes Ready In: 40 minutes (including assembly) Baking Time: 17 to 20 minutes How kids can help: Let kids add on toppers like licorice teeth and hair.
These goblin cupcakes are a hit with kids. Make them for dessert, as a pre-trick-or-treating snack, or as an add-on to your child’s classroom party.
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3. Remove cupcakes from oven and let cool completely. 4. In a small bowl, add 5 or more drops of food coloring to icing and mix until desired shade of green is achieved. Top cupcakes with colored icing. 5. To assemble cupcakes: Add googly eyes to top of cupcake. Cut red licorice rope into smaller strips to use
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2. Remove white paper separators from foil cups; pour batter into baking cups and bake in 350-degree oven for 17 to 20 minutes, or until you can stick a toothpick into the center and remove it cleanly.
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Ingredients • 1 box vanilla cake mix • 1 package 2 1/2" foil baking cups • 1 can vanilla icing • 1 small tube green food coloring • 1 package red licorice rope • 1 package chocolate candy googly eyes • 1 package mini M&Ms • 1 tube black cake decorating icing Cooking Instructions 1. Prepare vanilla cake batter according to box directions. Add 7 drops or more of green food coloring to batter and mix thoroughly to achieve desired shade.
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KEEP YOUR CHILD’S SAFETY IN MIND Halloween is a fun time for kids and parents alike. You can make sure it’s a safe Halloween for your children by following these simple safety tips: • Add reflective material to custumes. • Masks can obscure vision. Exercise a bit of creativity and use nontoxic makeup instead. • Send your children to trick-or-treat while there’s still some daylight. Make sure they have a working flashlight to use at night. • Insist your children travel in groups with an accompanying adult. • Turn on outside lights to welcome trick-or-treaters to your house. • Check all treats before they’re eaten. For even greater safety, throw out fruit and any candy that isn’t wrapped.
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calendar of events... Every Mon.-Fri. Until Nov. 25th Story Time • Southwest Branch Library- 6801 W 45th, (806) 359-2094
Every Monday Monday Madness • Jump-n-Jive
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Every Saturday Story Time! Crafts, Music, Games, Prizes and More! 4:305:30pm • Hasting’s - 2020 S. Georgia St. Children’s Story Time 2:00pm • Barnes & Noble 2415 Soncy Rd. 806 352-2300
Thru Nov. 1 Get Lost in The Corn Maze! Pumpkin Patch, Hayrides, Games, Food, Campfires. Available for group and birthday parties • www.amarillocornmaze.com
Every Tuesday Until Nov. 30th PAJAMA TIME STORY TIME. Dress in your PJs and come hear bedtime stories with us. We’ll be serving milk and cookies & lots of fun! Tuesday evenings from 7:15 to 7:45. • Northwest Branch- 6100 W 9th, (806) 359-2035
Every Tues.-Thurs. Imagine Tomorrow Computer Classes. Ages 3 to 7. Sample class at www.imaginetomorrow.com • Rays of Learning, 4231 Ridgecrest Cr. Ste. C 806-683-1922, 806-331-6380
Every Wednesday Wee Wednesday • Jump-n-Jive
Every Thursday Until Oct. 31 Music in Motion • North Branch Library- 1500 NE 24th, (806) 381-7931
Every Thurs. & Fri. Laugh and Learn program for Parents and Babies (birth to three years old)! Join us for music, play, and picture books to introduce your child to life-long learning. We will offer three 30-minute walk-in sessions per week. Session times are as follows: Thursdays at 11:00 and Fridays at 10:00 & 11:00. We look forward to seeing you! Call 359-2035 for more information • Northwest Branch- 6100 W 9th, (806) 359-2035
Sat., Sep. 26 Bird Walks and Talks - Interested in birds? Want to know more? Meet with an area birder at the Lone Star Interpretive Theater for information and then tour the area to discover what species are present. No pets please. 8:30-9:30 a.m. • Palo Duro Canyon (806) 4882227 We’re Having a Party! 9:30 am – 3:00 pm Have a roaring good time at our lions’ birthday bash. We’re celebrating Sheba, Serai and Solomon’s 4th birthday. Each will be receiving a famous 72 oz. steak courtesy of The Big Texan. Kids’ crafts, “cupcake” enrichment treats for our other animals, face painting and more. • Amarillo Zoo
Tue., Sep. 29 Barrel racing practice and Bible Study 7pm • Arena of Life 806 670-4609
Fri., Oct. 2 Just Between Friends - Large Consignment Sale • Amarillo Civic Center (806) 378-3096
Sat., Oct. 3 Just Between Friends - Large Consignment Sale • Amarillo Civic Center (806) 378-3096
Amarillo PANHANDLE ASSESSMENT CENTER The Panhandle Assessment Center opened it’s doors in Amarillo, Texas in March of 1990 and was the first and only facility of it’s kind in Amarillo and the Panhandle. The Panhandle Assessment Center (PAC) is an emergency shelter and child placing agency for neglected and abused children who have been placed into foster care. PAC operates 24 hours 7 days a week providing care for abandoned, homeless and abused children.
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During 2005, Panhandle Assessment Center provided services to more than 300 young victims and their families in crisis situations throughout Amarillo, Lubbock and the surrounding communities of the Panhandle and South Plains. These children had been referred by law enforcement or Children’s Protective Services and other various government agencies all working together to comprehensively aid the abused child to prevent trauma and revictimization by the system.
For More Information About Panhandle Assessment or To Find Out About Volunteer Work or Donations Please Go to: www.panhandleassessment.org "The future of the world does not rest in the stability of government and economics, but the stability of our children. An investment in a child is the greatest investment one can make in the future."
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www.amarillokidz.com Green Expo- Children 12 & under in Free • Amarillo Civic Center (806) 378-3096 Givens, Spicer, Lowry Trail Hike - Hike the Givens, Spicer, Lowry Trail with park staff and learn about the American Indian culture and geology of the canyon. Weather permitting. 9-10:30 a.m. (806) 488-2227. • Palo Duro Canyon (806) 488-2227
Sun., Oct. 4 Just Between Friends - Large Consignment Sale • Amarillo Civic Center (806) 378-3096
Tue., Oct. 13 Barrel Racing Practice and Bible study • Amarillo Arena of Life 806 670-4609
Wed., Oct. 14 Kids Workshop. Christmas Holly Plate. Make a Christmas holly plate out of clay. Reservations required. Ages 7 and up. • Brush With Art- 1948 Civic Circle, (806) 355-6565
Thu., Oct. 15
Barrel Racing practice and Bible Study • Amarillo Arena of Life 806 670-4609
Mover Con Musica • North Branch Library- 1500 NE 24th, (806) 381-7931 Girlfriends Night 7-9pm • Brush With Art- 1948 Civic Circle, (806) 355-6565
Fri., Oct. 9
Fri., Oct. 16
Fun Friday $15 per Child (includes dinner, snacks drinks) 6:30pm-10pm • Trinity Trampoline and Tumbling 6711 Canyon Dr., 806 242-JUMP
Story Time: We’ll read “Three Little Fish and the Big Bad Shark” by Will Grace and Ken Geist. Kids will paint their own little shark. Reservations needed. • Brush With Art- 1948 Civic Circle, (806) 355-6565 Fun Friday $15 per child (includes dinner, snacks, and drinks) 6:30-10pm • Trinity Trampoline and Tumbling 7611 Canyon Drive 806 242-JUMP
Tue., Oct. 6
Sat., Oct. 10 Silver Clay Come make pure silver jewelry! It is pure silver mixed with an organic material so it acts like clay. You press it into a base mold and then choose a top stamp (or your child’s fingerprint). We will fire it in our little silver clay kiln, and the organic material burns off leaving 99.9% pure silver. • Brush With Art- 1948 Civic Circle, (806) 355-6565 Fall Festival 11:00 am – 3:00 pm In conjunction with WTAMU’s homecoming festivities, PPHM hosts demonstrations, children’s crafts and activities for all ages. Popcorn, lemonade, soft drinks and water available for purchase during the WT Homecoming Parade and throughout event. Festival is free to public, and admission to museum is free all day. • Panhandle Plains Museum- 2503 4th Avenue, Canyon, 806-651-2244
Sat., Oct. 17 Silver Clay Come make pure silver jewelry! It is pure silver mixed with an organic material so it acts like clay. You press it into a base mold and then choose a top stamp (or your child’s fingerprint). We will fire it in our little silver clay kiln, and the organic material burns off leaving 99.9% pure silver. • Brush With Art- 1948 Civic Circle, (806) 355-6565
Tue., Oct. 20 Barrel Racing practice and Bible Study • Amarillo Arena of Life
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Sat., Oct. 24
Story Time: We’ll read “Three Little Fish and the Big Bad Shark” by Will Grace and Ken Geist. Kids will paint their own little shark. Reservations needed. • Brush With Art- 1948 Civic Circle, (806) 355-6565
Silver Clay. Come make pure silver jewelry! It is pure silver mixed with an organic material so it acts like clay. You press it into a base mold and then choose a top stamp (or your child’s fingerprint). We will fire it in our little silver clay kiln, and the organic material burns off leaving 99.9% pure silver. • Brush With Art- 1948 Civic Circle, (806) 355-6565 Llano Cemetery Tour by Twilight Hay rides with on-board guides add a new element to this favorite event. The trailer tour will take visitors through areas of the cemetery grounds not covered in the walking tours and include a stop at the Pantheon Mausoleum As in previous years, visitors walk through the cemetery to hear museum curators and friends tell stories of Llano features and people, including several new stories this year. 3:30-7:30 pm • Llano Cemetery
Sat., Oct. 31 “Boo at the Zoo” was established to provide a fun, safe Halloween experience for families with young children throughout the Texas Panhandle. A variety of spooky but not-too-scary activities include: costu med characters, treat stations, a live band playing fun seasonal music, crafts and games for kids, creepy crawly petting zoo, ghoulish refreshments and complimentary treat bags. Destined to be one of Amarillo’s most popular children’s Halloween events, Boo at the Zoo provides spooktacular fun for all ages in a safe and non-threatening environment. The zoo will be decked out with Halloween decorations including a lighted pumpkin walk. 5:30pm – 8:00pm • Amarillo Zoo
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dining...
JOE’S CRAB SHACK TUESDAYS Family Fun Night! Kids Eat for ONLY $2.
FAZOLI'S- 2512 Soncy Rd.• 806-457-9996 TUESDAYS (5pm-8pm)- One 99¢ Kid's Meal with adult purchase. Kid’s Night! Enjoy crafts, games, food, and fun!
RUBY TEQUILA’S 806-358-RUBY MONDAYS- Kids Eat FREE
MR. GATTI’S JASON’S DELI- 34th & Coulter • 353-4440
MONDAYS- KID’S EAT FREE! With the purchase of an adult buffet and 2 drinks at regular price. 12 & Under. Limit 2 kids per adult. 5pm - close. 2 & under FREE.
TUESDAY- KID’S EAT FREE after 4pm
RED ROBIN 8720 I-40 W • 806-359-9800 MONDAY (3pm-Close) KIDS EAT FREE! 12 & Under. Open at 11am
NACHO’S- 3333 S. Coulter • 322-1140 TUESDAY- KID’S EAT FREE with adult meal.
BEEF O'BRADY'S- 7306 SW 34th • 806-358-0997
CHOP-CHOP JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE 3300 S. Coulter • 806-457-0700
WEDNESDAY (4pm-8pm)- One FREE KID’S MEAL with adult purchase.12 Years & Under.
THURSDAY- One child under 12 eats EATS FREE with each adult meal purchased
HOME PLATE DINER5600 S. Bell 806-359-4444 CHICK-FIL-A- 4510 S. Coulter • 806-468-8885
SATURDAY- One FREE KID’S MEAL with purchase of one adult meal.
THURSDAY- KID’S EAT FREE!
APPLEBEE’S 2820 S. Soncy & 5603 Ama. Blvd. W
LIN’S GRAND BUFFET 8440 I-40 W • 806-785-9188
WEDNESDAY- Kids Eat for 99¢!
KIDS EAT FREE EVERYDAY! 4 years and under.
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KALEIDOSCOOPS 6010 SW 34th • 806-359-4551
SUN-THURS- 4pm-8pm, Kids under 10 EAT FREE one child per adult.
WEDNESDAY- Junior ice cream cone for only 99¢
BLUE SKY 4201 I-40 West 806-355-8100 TUESDAY- 5pm Kid’s meals on $1.39 with purchase of adult meal
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LOGAN’S ROADHOUSE 8310 I-40 West • 806-467-8015 MON-FRI- ALL DAY Kid’s meals $2.99
WIENERSCHNITZEL All Locations! MON-FRI- 5-9pm KIDS EAT FREE!
HOME DEPOT
WESTERN BOWL
Kid’s Workshop 1st Saturday of each month from 9am-12pm, all ages. Call 457-0410 for more information.
FREE Bowling at Western Bowl. Go to www.kidsbowlfree.com/westerntexas
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Kid’s Workshop 2nd Saturday of each month from 10am11am, all ages. Call 353-2003 for more information.
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Submit Your FREE or Discounted Services For Children At No Charge! Email to: events@amarillokidz.com • Please let us know if any of the above special are no longer in effect.
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local event...
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Go Green at the Green Expo This Year! By Cherisa Felder These Days there are more people realizing that it is time for us to take action when it comes to preserving our environment. KVII channel 7 is hosting it’s 2nd annual Green Expo, October 3rd at the Civic Center in the the North Exhibit Hall from 9am - 4pm. There will be a showcase of eco friendly products and educational tools. From Home Improvement to Organics. Children 12 and under will get into the event free and adults will be $3 at the door. All proceeds made at the door will be donated to an environmentally based charity. Last year all proceeds went to Keep Amarillo Beautiful. Are you looking to buy a new Hybrid Vehicle this year? The Green Expo will have a showcase of some of the newest and most efficient vehicles the industry has to offer. In Fact, KVII has recently purchased a Mercedes that doesn’t run on gas, it runs on French Fry Grease. How Cool is that? And you thought Ethanol was going to be the next big thing. Did you know that they are now using algae for a Biodiesel. You can practically use anything for a biodiesel. There are going to be so many different vendors out there that all have something to offer that will help keep Amarillo and your homes eco friendly. For Example, Countertops of Amarillo has a new countertop material that is made completely of recycled items, I hear that it is absolutely beautiful. Then we have Thermo Dynamic Insulation which is said to seal up your home so well that it actually cuts down on your dusting. Clayton Mobile Homes will be out there. They are one of the manufactured homes that have the Energy Star certification. This is a home that is 30% higher in energy efficiency. So as you can see, there is so much that we can learn
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about how to keep our world green. Hope to see you out there. Sponsors for the event are Big State Remodeling, A&R Mechanical, Energy SEALutions and of course the main host is KVII channel 7. If you are a local business owner that has a product or service that is eco-friendly, this is your opportunity to reach out to your community. Space is limited so act quickly. Call 806 373-1787
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