Amarillo area community news in brief
Commodity Supplemental Food Program qualifying event in Hereford on Wednesday
A qualifying event for food assistance will be held 1-3 p.m. Wednesday at Nazarene Family Church, 1410 La Plata St., in Hereford.
According to a news release, eligible seniors 60 and older who meet the household income requirements can sign up for a monthly food box valued at $60-$70, including a two-pound block of commodity cheese.
“We are excited to be expanding to more surrounding counties in the Texas Panhandle such as Hereford,” said Nichole Huddleston, CSFP Coordinator of High Plains Food Bank. “This program will help provide much needed food staples for low-income seniors.”
Applicants will need to provide one form of ID at sign up. Acceptable forms of identification include a driver’s license, state ID card, birth certificate, permanent resident card, passport, military ID, refugee Visa, baptismal certificate and / or health card.
Applicants are allowed to self-declare their income. If there is more than one resident in the home, applicants must provide names, birthdays, and income of any additional residents to determine eligibility.
For more information, visit: https://www.hpfb.org/programs/senior-adult-food-program/ .
Learn wilderness survival skills at two-part 'Get Lost' program
Wildcat Bluff Nature Center is inviting attendees to come learn all about wilderness survival skills and the basics of how to take care of yourself in the wild.
According to a news release, Wildcat Bluff Nature Center (WBNC) and the Don Harrington Discovery Center will be hosting "Plan to Get Lost" on Saturdays, May 14 and 21, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. "Plan to Get Lost (Spring Edition)" is a two-part wilderness survival program that takes place on the Wildcat Bluff trails.
The program includes lectures, demonstrations, and discussions from master naturalists Wayne Benson and Bill Briggs. Topics include fire, water, and shelter.
Tickets for the program are $25. This includes trail fees, a reference binder to take home, and all instruction for part 1 (May 14) and part 2 (May 21).
Participants will need to register at www.wildcat.org or www.dhdc.org and be prepared to bring a day pack, water, lunch, and trail snacks.
For more information, check out Wildcat Bluff’s website and give them a follow on Instagram and Facebook.
Amarillo City Transit reopens bus terminal at Third and Fillmore
Amarillo City Transit (ACT) has reopened the city bus terminal at Third Avenue and South Fillmore for passenger use.
According to a city of Amarillo news release, the terminal was closed in accordance with federal COVID-19 precaution policies.
Passengers waiting on bus transportation will be expected to comply with post-COVID-19 passenger conduct policies and procedures.
All ACT transportation service remains free to the public.
“We are excited about reopening the bus terminal so that our passengers have a place to wait for buses to arrive,” said ACT Director Marita Wellage-Reiley.
For more information, contact City of Amarillo Communications Manager Dave Henry at (806) 378-5219 or by email at David.Henry@amarillo.gov .
Texas Bar Foundation awards $20,000 to Catholic Charities of Texas Panhandle for legal assistance
The Texas Bar Foundation has awarded Catholic Charities of the Texas Panhandle $20,000. The funds will help the organization provide pro bono assistance for legal services to legal immigrants, refugees and the homeless in Amarillo and the upper 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle who are unable to afford attorney's fees, a news release says.
"Since its inception in 1965, the Texas Bar Foundation has awarded more than $24 million in grants to law-related programs," the release says. "Supported by members of the State Bar of Texas, the Texas Bar Foundation is the nation's largest charitably-funded Bar Foundation."
Interested persons can apply at Catholic Charities of the Texas Panhandle, located in Amarillo at 2004 N. Spring St., now through April 2023.
Applicants will be qualified using poverty guidelines from the U.S. government at the 100% level as of January 2022. To make an appointment, contact Jovita McGee at 806-376-4571.
School's spring dance recital 'Redeemed' set for Saturday
“Redeemed,” a powerful story of God’s saving love told in music and dance, is scheduled for Saturday, May 14, by Impact Expressions School of the Arts.
The performance showcasing the talents of nearly 100 dancers and original choreography is set for 5 p.m. in the 900-seat Amarillo High School Auditorium, 4225 Danbury. There is no admission charge, but donations will be accepted. Performers range from pre-schoolers through senior adults.
"We are excited to bring this story of God’s love to the Amarillo community,” said Avonlea Hiltbrunner, director of the Christian dance and music school.
The story will be told through a variety of dance styles from ballet to modern to hip hop and tap. Narrator will be Brandon Smith. The school maintains two dance and music studios in Western Business Park in Amarillo. For more information, contact Impact Expressions School of the Arts at 806 414-5358 or email the school at impactexpressionsschoolofthearts@gmail.com .