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April entertainment calendar: Foreigner, Josh Turner, Sod Poodles, more

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April is blooming with entertainment options.

By Chip Chandler — Producer

The area's entertainment options look for a home run this spring. Check here for all of your options throughout April!

A few notes: 

  • Click the event title for more information (where available).
  • Regular weekly gigs are included at the end.
  • Classes, crafting lessons, etc. aren't included in an effort to keep the list (a bit) more concise.
  • Major national movie releases are listed, but limited releases that aren't expected to arrive in Amarillo on opening day are not. Check The 10 every Wednesday night for the latest.
  • This list is fluid. Check back for updates, and check The 10 every Wednesday night for highlights.
  • All listings are subject to change.

 

April 1

Indie Lens Pop-Up: Won't You Be My Neighbor? screening and sweater/food drive: Enjoy a free screening of the acclaimed documentary about Fred Rogers, and give back to your own neighborhood with a sweater drive (plus hoodies and fleeces) for Eveline Rivers Christmas Project and a food drive for High Plains Food Bank. (6:30 p.m. April 1, Amarillo National Bank Plaza One Skyline Room, 410 S. Taylor St. Free. 806-371-5224)

Snoozy Moon: The Idaho psych-pop band will perform. (9 p.m. April 1, The 806 Coffee + Lounge, 2812 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover; donations accepted. 806-322-1806)

 

April 2

The Karate Kid: Wax-on, wax-off at 35th anniversary screenings of this teen classic. (4 and 7:30 p.m. April 2, Regal UA Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd.)

Benny Bassett: The touring singer-songwriter will be featured on the FireSongs concert series. (7 p.m. April 2, Fire Slice Pizzeria, 7306 S.W. 34th Ave., Suite 10. No cover. 806-331-2232)

Mark Kelly: Endeavour to Succeed: The retired astronaut and current U.S. Senate candidate in Arizona will speak about his career for West Texas A&M University's Distinguished Lecture Series. (7 p.m. April 2, WT First United Bank Center, 3301 Fourth Ave. in Canyon. Free. 806-420-4625)

Diego Caetano: The pianist will perform for the AC Piano Series. (7:30 p.m. April 2, Amarillo College Concert Hall Theatre on the Washington Street campus. Free. 806-371-5340)

Tanner Lane: The Amarillo singer will give an acoustic show. (8 p.m. April 2, Broken Spoke Lounge, 3101 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-373-9149)

Ghost Foot: The Shreveport, La., rock band will perform with Universe Contest(9 p.m. April 2, The 806 Coffee + Lounge, 2812 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover; donations accepted. 806-322-1806)

 

April 3

Die Walküre: The Met: Live in HD series continues with an epic production of Wagner's iconic opera, starring Christine Goerke, Stuart Skelton and Eva-Maria Westbroek. (12:30 and 6:30 p.m. April 3, Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive)

Vibrant Vocab: This biweekly storytime focuses on building vocabularies. (3:30 p.m. April 3, Amarillo Public Library Downtown Branch, 413 S.E. Fourth Ave. Free. 806-378-3054)

STEM Lab: This monthly program on Science, Engineering, Technology and Math continues with a study of magnets. (4 p.m. April 3, Amarillo Public Library Northwest Branch, 6100 W. Ninth Ave. Free. 806-359-2035)

Ace Rodriguez: The Amarillo musician will perform. (7 p.m. April 3, Teddy Jack's Armadillo Grill, 5080 S. Coulter St. No cover. 806-322-0113)

(hed) p.e.: The touring rock band will perform with opener Downfall 2012(7 p.m. April 3, XR Downtown, 715 S. Polk St. Cover. 806-342-5200 or 806-437-0223)

Comedy Open Mic: Amateur and professional comics can take their turn at the mic at this evening hosted by Amarillo comic Skylar Potter of Yellow City Comedy & Productions(9 p.m. April 3, Whiskey River, 4001 S.W. 51st Ave. No cover. 806-367-6163)

Brzowski: The Maine indie rapper will perform with Amarillo acts Grayson Carter, Giantfeet and Shinigama. (10 p.m. April 3, Leftwood's, 2511 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover $5. 806-367-9840)

 

April 4

The Best of Enemies: A black civil rights activist (Taraji P. Henson) faces with a local Ku Klux Klan leader (Sam Rockwell) over school desegregation in this drama, based on a true story. (Previews April 4, opens April 5. Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive. Others may follow.)

Pet Sematary: A new version of Stephen King's horror classic promises even more scares. (Previews April 4, opens April 5. Regal UA Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd., and Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive. Others may follow.)

Shazam!: The DC Cinematic Universe lightens up considerably with this Big-like tale of a boy (Asher Angel) who becomes an adult superhero (Zachary Levi) after saying a magic word. (Previews April 4, opens April 5. Regal UA Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd., and Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive. Others may follow.)

Bomb City Jam: About 20 graffiti artists will paint walls around town and display works at 2740 Art and Apparel, 2600 Paramount Blvd., Suite G1. (April 4 to 7, various locations. No cover. 806-282-1756)

Writers Group: Set aside time to put thoughts on paper or screen. (noon to 2 p.m. April 4, Amarillo Public Library East Branch, 2232 E. 27th Ave. Free. 806-342-1589)

Business After Hours: Network over food and drinks at this free Amarillo Chamber of Commerce event; chamber membership is not required. (5 p.m. April 4, Rockwood Furniture Co., 11570 Interstate 27. Free. 806-373-7800)

La Bella's on Olsen Live: Amarillo singer-songwriter Danny "Freeze" Dobervich will perform for the concert series. (5:30 p.m. April 4, La Bella's, 3801 S. Olsen Blvd. No cover. 806-352-5050)

Yvonne Perea: The Amarillo folk singer-songwriter will perform. (6:30 p.m. April 4, Pescaraz, 3415 S. Bell St., Suite K. No cover. 806-350-5430)

First Thursday Art + Music: The monthly party at The 806 Coffee + Lounge will feature the spring group art show with music by Amarillo band Laeom at 9 p.m. (7 p.m. April 4, The 806 Coffee + Lounge, 2812 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover; donations accepted. 806-322-1806)

Jonathan Guidi: The Amarillo rock singer will perform. (7:30 p.m. April 4, The Drunken Oyster, 7606 S.W. 45th Ave. No cover. 806-418-6668)

The Wolves: This acclaimed contemporary drama by Sarah DeLappe explores life on a high school girls' soccer team. (7:30 p.m. April 4; continues through April 14. WT Branding Iron Theater. Tickets $12 adults, $8 seniors, free WT faculty and staff. 806-651-2804)

Josh Turner: The Nashville star and gospel singer will perform. (8 p.m. April 4, Amarillo Civic Center Complex Auditorium, 401 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $39 to $59, plus fees. 806-378-3096)

Salsa Night: DJ Javier Chaparro will spin. (8 p.m. April 4, Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. No cover. 806-584-9571)

Comedy Open Mic: Try your hand alongside comics from Yellow City Comedy & Productions(9 p.m. April 4, The Handle Bar & Grill, 3415 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-803-9538)

The BeatJackers: The Los Angeles hip-hop act will perform. (10 p.m. April 4, Leftwood's, 2511 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover $5. 806-367-9840)

 

April 5

Bomb City Jam: About 20 graffiti artists will paint walls around town and display works at 2740 Art and Apparel, 2600 Paramount Blvd., Suite G1. (April 4 to 7, various locations. No cover. 806-282-1756)

U.S. Team Penning Association World Championship: Top cowboys will compete in a three-day event. (8 a.m. to 9 p.m. April 5; continues through April 7. Amarillo National Center on the Tri-State Fairgrounds, 3301 S.E. 10th Ave. Free. 917-599-4455)

Coffee & Cuties: Children 5 and younger can enjoy stories, crafts and more with their parents and grandparents. (9:45, 10:45 and 11:45 a.m. April 5, Don Harrington Discovery Center, 1200 Streit Drive. Free with museum admission of $11 adults, $8 children, students, military and seniors. 806-355-9547)

DeFalco Fish Fry: Dine on a Lenten-friendly lunch of fried fish, beans, coleslaw and desserts. (11 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 5, Bishop DeFalco Retreat & Conference Center, 2100 N. Spring St. Tickets $10 advance, $13 at door. 806-383-1811)

First Friday Art Walk: The monthly stroll through the newly rebranded Arts in the Sunset will feature new works by several of the gallery owners and performances by Amarillo singer-songwriter Hilary Marie. Also planned: Women in Business Expo, showicasing more than 20 women-led businesses.  (5 to 8 p.m. April 5, Arts in the Sunset, 3701 Plains Blvd. Free. 806-352-2706)

Parents Night Out: Children 4 to 11 can enjoy experiments, hands-on exhibits and dinner. (5:30 p.m. April 5, Don Harrington Discovery Center, 1200 Streit Drive. Members: $20 first child, $15 each additional; nonmembers: $25 first child, $20 each additional. 806-355-9547)

Bad Poetry Contest: West Texas A&M University's first celebration of the ambition, earnestness and weirdness of bad poetry will allow folks to write and read their worst. (6 p.m. April 5, Jack B. Kelley Student Center Legends Club. Free. 806-651-2455)

Amarillo College / West Texas A&M University Student / Faculty Exhibition: This annual joint exhibition will highlight the best of both schools. (6:30 p.m. April 5 opening reception; on view through April 20. Amarillo Museum of Art, 2200 S. Van Buren St. Free. 806-371-5050)

James Owens: The Amarillo musician will perform. (6:30 p.m. April 5, Pescaraz, 3415 S. Bell St., Suite K. No cover. 806-350-5430)

Ace Rodriguez and Andy Solano: The Amarillo musicians will perform. (7 p.m. April 5, Moondoggy's Pizza & Pub, 626 S. Polk St. No cover. 806-350-1400)

Amarillo Community Chorale: The ensemble will give a Southern gospel concert. (7 p.m. April 5, Washington Avenue Christian Church, 3800 S. Washington St. Free. 806-352-1442)

Clarke Paige: The Amarillo musician will perform. (7 p.m. April 5, Urbana Coffee Works, 5215 S. Coulter St., Suite 100. No cover. 806-803-9022)

The Darling Brothers Band: The Amarillo rock band will perform on the patio. (7 p.m. April 5, Georgia Street Taphouse, 2001 S. Georgia St. No cover. 806-803-7000)

Shelton Rohling: The Amarillo singer-songwriter will perform. (7 p.m. April 5, The Handle Bar & Grill, 3415 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-803-9538)

The Solano Project: The Amarillo rock band will perform. (7 p.m. April 5, Teddy Jack's Armadillo Grill, 5080 S. Coulter St. No cover. 806-322-0113)

Strange Saints: The Amarillo country-rock band will perform. (8 p.m. April 5, Off the Hook Seafood, 626 S. Polk St., Suite 200. No cover. 806-350-1400)

Beth Wood: The touring singer-songwriter will give a Living Room Concert for High Plains Public Radio(7:30 p.m. April 5, Chalice Abbey, 2717 Stanley St.. Suggested donation $15. 806-367-9088)

Hansel & Gretel: The Amarillo College Conservatory Theatre will perform a new production of this classic fairy tale. (7:30 p.m. April 5; continues through April 7. Tickets $16. 806-371-5909)

Honk: Amarillo Little Theatre Academy will revive its popular staging of this musical based on The Ugly Duckling(7:30 p.m. April 5; continues through April 7. Amarillo Little Theatre Mainstage, 2019 Civic Circle. Ticket prices vary. 806-355-9991)

Johnny Reverb Holston: The Amarillo blues star will perform. (7:30 p.m. April 5, The Drunken Oyster, 7606 S.W. 45th Ave. No cover. 806-418-6668)

The Wolves: This acclaimed contemporary drama by Sarah DeLappe explores life on a high school girls' soccer team. (7:30 p.m. April 5; continues through April 14. WT Branding Iron Theater. Tickets $12 adults, $8 seniors, free WT faculty and staff. 806-651-2804)

Austin Brazille Trio: The Amarillo jazz combo will perform. (8 p.m. April 5, Metropolitan — A Speakeasy, 9181 Town Square Blvd. No cover. 806-242-0117)

Jackie Haney & The Geezers Gone Wild: The Amarillo classic rock band will perform. (8 p.m. April 5, Smokey Joe's, 2903 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-331-6698)

Lindsey Lane: The Amarillo country singer will perform. (8 p.m. April 5, Joe Daddy's, 2108 Paramount Blvd. No cover. 806-463-7900)

TGTG: The indie rock duo, currently on a 10-year world tour, will perform in Pampa. (8 p.m. April 5, The Jam House, 118 W. Foster St. in Pampa. Cover $5. 806-663-2188)

Polk Street Jazz: The Amarillo jazz combo will perform. (9 p.m. April 5, Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $10 from 8 p.m. to midnight. 806-584-9571)

Cody Canada & The Departed: The Texas country-rock band will perform. (10 p.m. April 5, Hoots Pub, 2424 Hobbs Road. Cover $15 in advance.)

DJ Chase Elder: The Amarillo DJ will spin. (10 p.m. April 5, Whiskey River, 4001 S.W. 51st Ave. No cover. 806-367-6163)

First Friday Old School Night: DJ G-Money will spin for this adult dance. (10 p.m. April 5, Fresh Start Community Center, 612 N. Polk St. Donations accepted; table reservations $25. 806-626-8866)

Gladiator Pen Crew: The Arizona hip-hop act will perform. (10 p.m. April 5, Leftwood's, 2511 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover $5. 806-367-9840)

The Tejas Brothers: The popular Texas country fusion band will perform. (10 p.m. April 5, Golden Light Cantina, 2908 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover. 806-374-9237)

 

April 6

Bomb City Jam: About 20 graffiti artists will paint walls around town and display works at 2740 Art and Apparel, 2600 Paramount Blvd., Suite G1. (April 4 to 7, various locations. No cover. 806-282-1756)

U.S. Team Penning Association World Championship: Top cowboys will compete in a three-day event. (8 a.m. to 9 p.m. April 6; continues through April 7. Amarillo National Center on the Tri-State Fairgrounds, 3301 S.E. 10th Ave. Free. 917-599-4455)

Ruffles and Rust: The spring expo will offer shopping and tasting opportunities. (9 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 6, Amarillo Civic Center Complex South Exhibit Hall, 401 S. Buchanan St. Entry fee $5. 806-231-9822)

Whistle Stop Trade Days: The indoor/outdoor farmers/flea market in Clarendon continues its 2019 season. (9 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 6; continues April 7. 1211 E. Second St., Clarendon. Free admission. 806-206-6815)

Amarillo Child Abuse Prevention Rally: Raise awareness of child abuse at this community festival, featuring booths, activities and a walk. (10 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 6, Amarillo Activity Youth Center, 816 S. Van Buren St. Free. 806-373-2292)

Amarillo Reads: Who Was Socrates?: West Texas A&M University's Daniel Bloom will look at the life and work of the great philosopher. (10 a.m. April 6, Amarillo Public Library Northwest Branch, 6100 W. Ninth Ave. Free. 806-359-2035)

Canyon Walk & Talk: Take a guided hike through Caprock Canyon. Meet at Upper South Prong Trail head. (10 a.m. April 6, Caprock Canyons State Park, 850 Caprock Canyons State Park Road near Quitaque. Free with park admission of $4 adults, $2 seniors. 806-455-1492)

Spring Celebration: Take photos with the Easter Bunny and enjoy spring stories and activities. (10 a.m. April 6, Amarillo Public Library Southwest Branch, 6801 S.W. 45th Ave. Free. 806-359-2094)

Family Forever Storytime: Check out this new children's book about families and autism. (11 a.m. April 6, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 2415 S. Soncy Road. Free. 806-352-2300)

Relay for Life of Panhandle-Plains: Teams will raise funds for American Cancer Society in this western-themed event featuring food, games, bounce houses and more. (Noon to 10 p.m. April 6, Rex Baxter Building on the Tri-State Fairgrounds, 3301 S.E. 10th Ave. Free; donations requested. 806-353-4306)

Bowl for Kids' Sake 2019: Aim for a strike at the annual fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Texas Panhandle. Bowling times are 3:15 p.m. (Family Bowl) and 5:30 and 7:45 p.m. (Galaxy Bowl). (1 p.m. April 6, Western Bowl, 5120 Canyon Drive. Cost $120 for a team of four, $150 for five and $180 for six. Six VIP lanes will be open for $300 per lane for teams of four to six. 806-351-2210)

Ecosystem Engineers: Children ages 12 and younger can learn about the different ecosystems at Caprock Canyon(2 p.m. April 6, Caprock Canyons State Park, 850 Caprock Canyons State Park Road near Quitaque. Free with park admission of $4 adults, $2 seniors. 806-455-1492)

Cattle, Cowboys & Culture Walking Tour: Stroll through downtown Amarillo and learn the connections between Amarillo and Kansas City in this tour led by Amy Von Lintel. (6 p.m. April 6. Begins at Six Car Pub & Brewery, 625 S. Polk St. Tickets $30; limited to 25. 806-651-2244)

Live Music at Bar Z: Lubbock country act Jenni Dale Lord will perform, and Flavour Weal food truck will be on site. (6 to 9 p.m. April 6, Bar Z Winery, 19290 Farm-to-Market Road 1541. Cover $10. 806-488-2214)

Danny Cadra: The Texas singer-songwriter will perform. (6:30 p.m. April 6, Hotel Turkey, 201 Third St. in Turkey. No cover. 806-423-1151)

Yvonne Perea: The Amarillo folk singer-songwriter will perform. (6:30 p.m. April 6, Pescaraz, 3415 S. Bell St., Suite K. No cover. 806-350-5430)

Chad Miller: The West Texas singer will perform. (7 p.m. April 6, Moondoggy's Pizza & Pub, 626 S. Polk St. No cover. 806-350-1400)

Hilary Marie: The Amarillo singer-songwriter will play. (7 p.m. April 6, Off the Hook Seafood, 626 S. Polk St., Suite 200. No cover. 806-350-1400)

Jim Gardner: The Amarillo pianist will perform. (7 to 9 p.m. April 6, Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $10 from 8 p.m. to midnight. 806-584-9571)

Mike Fuller: The Amarillo folk singer-songwriter will perform. (7 p.m. April 6, Copper Fire, 2800 Civic Circle, Suite 500. No cover. 806-220-2588)

Tanner Lane: The Amarillo singer-songwriter will give an acoustic show. (7 p.m. April 6, The Handle Bar & Grill, 3415 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-803-9538)

Amarillo Opera Spring Gala: Highlights from beloved operas will be performed at this new fundraiser for the opera company. Performers will include Eric Barry, Rainelle Krause, Andrew Brown, Nicole Keeling, Andrew Surreno and Sean Milligan. A pre-concert dinner will begin at 5:45 p.m. (7:30 p.m. April 6, Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts, 500 S. Buchanan St. Concert tickets $25 to $50, plus fees; dinner tickets $75 or $600 for tables. 806-372-7464)

Honk: Amarillo Little Theatre Academy will revive its popular staging of this musical based on The Ugly Duckling(7:30 p.m. April 6; continues through April 7. Amarillo Little Theatre Mainstage, 2019 Civic Circle. Ticket prices vary. 806-355-9991)

Lindsey Lane: The Amarillo country singer will perform. (7:30 p.m. April 6, The Drunken Oyster, 7606 S.W. 45th Ave. No cover. 806-418-6668)

The Wolves: This acclaimed contemporary drama by Sarah DeLappe explores life on a high school girls' soccer team. (7:30 p.m. April 6; continues through April 14. WT Branding Iron Theater. Tickets $12 adults, $8 seniors, free WT faculty and staff. 806-651-2804)

Andy Chase: The Amarillo folk singer-songwriter will perform. (8 p.m. April 6, Metropolitan — A Speakeasy, 9181 Town Square Blvd. No cover. 806-242-0117)

Moon Dog: The Amarillo rock band will perform. (8 p.m. April 6, Smokey Joe's, 2903 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-331-6698)

Nighttime Narratives: Get insight on the cultural history of Caprock Canyon at this storytelling event. (8:30 p.m. April 6, Caprock Canyons State Park, 850 Caprock Canyons State Park Road near Quitaque. Free with park admission of $4 adults, $2 seniors. 806-455-1492)

TGTG: The indie rock duo, currently on a 10-year world tour, returns to Amarillo. (8:30 p.m. April 6, The 806 Coffee + Lounge, 2812 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover; donations accepted. 806-322-1806)

The Jack Cryver Band: The Amarillo country act will perform. (9 p.m. April 6, 6th Street Saloon, 609 S. Independence St. Cover $5 for guys and free for women. 806-356-0873)

The James Barger Quartet: The Amarillo combo will perform. (9 p.m. April 6, Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $10 from 8 p.m. to midnight. 806-584-9571)

Kyle Rainer & Runnin' Hot: The touring country band will perform. (9 p.m. April 6, Broken Spoke Lounge, 3101 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-373-9149)

The Tejas Brothers: The popular Texas country fusion band will perform in Canadian. (9:30 p.m. April 6, Stumblin' Goat Saloon, 217 S. Second St. in Canadian. Tickets $5. 806-323-9257)

Chad Miller & The Good Fortune: The West Texas country band will perform. (10 p.m. April 6, Golden Light Cantina, 2908 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover. 806-374-9237)

Chino & The Strange Whiskey Band: The Amarillo country-rock band will perform. (10 p.m. April 6, Whiskey River, 4001 S.W. 51st Ave. Cover $7 men, free women. 806-367-6163)

Haiku d'etat: Hip hop stars Abstract Rude, Aceyalone and Myka 9 will perform in this Bomb City Jam-affiliated show. (10 p.m. April 6, Leftwood's, 2511 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover $5. 806-367-9840)

Tribute to Merle Haggard: Amarillo country band The Flying Elbows Perspective will host its fourth annual tribute to one of country music's greats. Guests will include Bob Hopkins, Mike Chism, Tennessee Tuckness, Jerry Williams, Larry Pettiet, Seth Ward, Tom Velasquez, Stacy Gene Rigsby, Jason Eicke, Jacy Detten, Chancy Bernson and Jake Williams. (10 p.m. April 6, Hoots Pub, 2424 Hobbs Road. Cover.)

 

April 7

Bomb City Jam: About 20 graffiti artists will paint walls around town and display works at 2740 Art and Apparel, 2600 Paramount Blvd., Suite G1. (April 4 to 7, various locations. No cover. 806-282-1756)

Buffalo Stampede: The 2019 Sun Adventure Six Pack Series continues with beginner to expert races along the Canyon Trails at Buffalo Hill. (8 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 7, 6382 Buffalo Stadium Road. Entry $19, plus fees. 806-236-2088)

U.S. Team Penning Association World Championship: Top cowboys will compete in a three-day event. (8 a.m. to 9 p.m. April 7, Amarillo National Center on the Tri-State Fairgrounds, 3301 S.E. 10th Ave. Free. 917-599-4455)

Whistle Stop Trade Days: The indoor/outdoor farmers/flea market in Clarendon continues its 2019 season. (9 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 7, 1211 E. Second St., Clarendon. Free admission. 806-206-6815)

Yvonne Perea: The Amarillo singer-songwriter will perform for the brunch crowd. (11 a.m. April 7, The Drunken Oyster, 7606 S.W. 45th Ave. No cover. 806-418-6668)

Howl's Moving Castle: The Studio Ghibli Fest 2019 kicks off with a 15th anniversary screening of this fantasy adventure. (12:55 p.m. April 7 [English-dubbed]; continues through April 10. Regal UA Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd., and Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive)

Honk: Amarillo Little Theatre Academy will revive its popular staging of this musical based on The Ugly Duckling(7:30 p.m. April 7, Amarillo Little Theatre Mainstage, 2019 Civic Circle. Ticket prices vary. 806-355-9991)

The Wolves: This acclaimed contemporary drama by Sarah DeLappe explores life on a high school girls' soccer team. (2:30 p.m. April 7; continues through April 14. WT Branding Iron Theater. Tickets $12 adults, $8 seniors, free WT faculty and staff. 806-651-2804)

People, Pints & Purpose: This National Beer Day celebration will feature 575 Pizzeria pizza; beer from Long Wooden Spoon Brewing, Pondaseta Brewing Co. and Six Car Pub & Brewery; parking lot games; and more. A portion of proceeds will benefit 24 Hours in the Canyon Cancer Survivorship Center(4 to 8 p.m. April 7, 575 Pizzeria — Hillside, 7710 Hillside Road, Suite 700. Wristbands $30 adults, $15 ages 6 to 20. 806-322-5575)

Girls Night Out: The Show: The Magic Mike-inspired tour will hit Borger. (8 p.m. April 7, The Main Street Bar, 631 N. Main St. in Borger. Tickets $19.95 to $39.95. 806-274-7070)

Snailmate: The synth-punk hip-hop band will perform. (9 p.m. April 7, The 806 Coffee + Lounge, 2812 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover; donations accepted. 806-322-1806)

 

April 8

Book Talk with A.G. Howard: The Amarillo author will discuss her twisted takes on popular stories. (6 p.m. April 8, Amarillo Public Library East Branch, 2232 E. 27th Ave. Free. 806-342-1589)

Wheelchair Madness 2019: Watch Amarillo teams compete in this wheelchair basketball tournament benefiting One Chair at a Time. (6:30 and 7:30 p.m. April 8; continues through April 14. Caprock High School, 3001 S.E. 34th Ave. Admission $5 daily. 806-367-5904)

Howl's Moving Castle: The Studio Ghibli Fest 2019 kicks off with a 15th anniversary screening of this fantasy adventure. (12:55 p.m. April 8 [subtitled]; continues through April 10. Regal UA Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd., and Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive)

Amarillo Sod Poodles: The new Double-A team will open its inaugural home season with a game against Midland RockHounds. (7:05 p.m. April 8, Hodgetown, 715 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $6 to $16; promotion prices vary. 806-803-7762)

The Abrams: The Americana duo of brothers will perform for the final concert of the 2018-19 Pampa Community Concert season. (7:30 p.m. April 8, M.K. Brown Auditorium, 1100 W. Coronado Dr. Tickets $20. 806-665-9432)

 

April 9

Noah: This theatrical staging of the biblical legend was filmed in front of a live audience. (2:30 and 6:30 p.m. April 9; continues through April 13. Regal UA Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd., and Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive)

Stephen Graham Jones Q&A: The Mapping the Interior author will take questions ahead of his evening lecture. (3 p.m. April 9, West Texas A&M University Cornette Library Blackburn Room. Free. 806-651-5238)

Wheelchair Madness 2019: Watch Amarillo teams compete in this wheelchair basketball tournament benefiting One Chair at a Time. (6:30 and 7:30 p.m. April 9; continues through April 14. Caprock High School, 3001 S.E. 34th Ave. Admission $5 daily. 806-367-5904)

Barnes & Noble Book Club: Join the discussion of Lisa See's The Island of Sea Women(7 p.m. April 9, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 2415 S. Soncy Road. Free. 806-352-2300)

Chawn Cook: The Amarillo singer-songwriter will be featured on the FireSongs concert series. (7 p.m. April 9, Fire Slice Pizzeria, 7306 S.W. 34th Ave., Suite 10. No cover. 806-331-2232)

Great Books Series: Daniel Bloom will lead a discussion of Immanuel Kant's Groundwork for the Metaphysics of Morals(7 p.m. April 9, Amarillo Public Library Southwest Branch, 6801 S.W. 45th Ave. Free. 806-651-2486)

Meet the Artist: Amarillo folk singer-songwriter Yvonne Perea will be in the spotlight. (7 p.m. April 9, Amarillo Unitarian Universality Fellowship, 4901 Cornell St. Free. 806-355-9351)

Poetry Reading with Forrest Gander: The National Book Award finalist will read and discuss his works. (7 p.m. April 9, Amarillo Public Library Downtown Branch, 413 S.E. Fourth Ave. Free. 806-378-3054)

Stephen Graham Jones: The Mapping the Interior author will deliver "Growing Up Dead in Texas" for the Garry L. Nall Lecture Series. (7 p.m. April 9, West Texas A&M University Jack B. Kelley Lecture Hall. Free. 806-651-5238)

Amarillo Sod Poodles: The new Double-A team will continue its inaugural home season with a game against Midland RockHounds. (7:05 p.m. April 9, Hodgetown, 715 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $6 to $16; promotion prices vary. 806-803-7762)

Amarillo College Jazz: The vocal and instrumental ensembles will give a spring concert. (7:30 p.m. April 9, AC Concert Hall Theatre on the Washington Street campus. Free. 806-371-5340)

West Texas A&M University Horn Choir: The ensemble will perform. (7:30 p.m. April 9, WT Mary Moody Northen Recital Hall. Free. 806-651-2840)

Girls Night Out: The Show: The Magic Mike-inspired tour will hit Dimmitt. (8 p.m. April 9, Gerry's First Place, 208 S.E. Fourth in Dimmitt. Tickets $19.95 to $39.95. 806-647-4524)

Fayuca: The Arizona rock band will perform with Vana Liya and Audic Empire(10 p.m. April 9, Leftwood's, 2511 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover $5. 806-367-9840)

 

April 10

Los Barrios de Amarillo Luncheon: Beth Duke, executive director of Center City of Amarillo, will speak at the organization's monthly luncheon. (Noon April 10, Wesley Community Center, 1615 S. Roberts St. Tickets $5. 806-372-7960)

Howl's Moving Castle: The Studio Ghibli Fest 2019 kicks off with a 15th anniversary screening of this fantasy adventure. (12:55 p.m. April 10 [English-dubbed], Regal UA Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd., and Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive)

Wheelchair Madness 2019: Watch Amarillo teams compete in this wheelchair basketball tournament benefiting One Chair at a Time. (6:30 and 7:30 p.m. April 10; continues through April 14. Caprock High School, 3001 S.E. 34th Ave. Admission $5 daily. 806-367-5904)

The Man Who Killed Don Quixote: Terry Gilliam's long, long, long-in-the-making comedic adventure finds a cynical modern-day advertising exec (Adam Driver) trapped in the past with the possibly insane Don Quixote (Jonathan Pryce). (7 p.m. April 10, Regal UA Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd., and Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive)

Tennessee Tuckness: The Amarillo folk singer-songwriter will perform. (7 p.m. April 10, Teddy Jack's Armadillo Grill, 5080 S. Coulter St. No cover. 806-322-0113)

Amarillo Sod Poodles: The new Double-A team will continue its inaugural home season with a game against Midland RockHounds. (7:05 p.m. April 10, Hodgetown, 715 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $6 to $16; promotion prices vary. 806-803-7762)

Girls Night Out: The Show: The Magic Mike-inspired tour will return to Amarillo. (8:30 p.m. April 10, Whiskey River, 4001 S.W. 51st Ave. Tickets $19.95 to $34.95. 806-367-6163)

 

April 11

Hellboy: The supernatural warrior is back in action (and now played by Stranger Things' David Harbour) in this new adventure based on the Mike Mignola graphic novels. (Previews April 11; opens April 12. Cinergy Amarillo, 9201 Cinergy Square; Regal UA Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd.; and Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive.)

Missing Link: A Bigfoot (voiced by Zach Galifianakis) asks an explorer (Hugh Jackman) to help him find his kin in this new stop-motion animated film. (Previews April 11; opens April 12. Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive. Others may follow.)

Dinosaur Club: Kids ages 6 to 10 can enjoy dinosaur stories and crafts. (4 to 5 p.m. April 11, Amarillo Public Library North Branch, 1500 N.E. 24th Ave. Free. 806-381-7931)

La Bella's on Olsen Live: Amarillo singer-songwriter Clint Culwell will perform for the concert series. (5:30 p.m. April 11, La Bella's, 3801 S. Olsen Blvd. No cover. 806-352-5050)

James Owens: The Amarillo musician will perform. (6:30 p.m. April 11, Pescaraz, 3415 S. Bell St., Suite K. No cover. 806-350-5430)

Noah: This theatrical staging of the biblical legend was filmed in front of a live audience. (6:30 p.m. April 11; continues through April 13. Regal UA Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd., and Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive)

Wheelchair Madness 2019: Watch Amarillo teams compete in this wheelchair basketball tournament benefiting One Chair at a Time. (6:30 and 7:30 p.m. April 11; continues through April 14. Caprock High School, 3001 S.E. 34th Ave. Admission $5 daily. 806-367-5904)

Esquire Jazz Huge Band: The super-sized big band will perform. (7 to 10 p.m. April 11, Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. No cover. 806-584-9571)

An Evening with Tim Seibles: The award-winning poet will read a selection of his works. (7 p.m. April 11, West Texas A&M University Sybil B. Harrington Fine Arts Complex Recital Hall. Free. 806-651-2455)

Hilary Marie: The Amarillo singer-songwriter will play. (7 p.m. April 11, Spicy Mike's Bar-B-Q Haven, 6723 S. Western St. No cover. 806-358-8550)

Jonathan Guidi: The Amarillo rock singer will perform. (7 p.m. April 11, The Handle Bar & Grill, 3415 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-803-9538)

Amarillo Sod Poodles: The new Double-A team will continue its inaugural home season with a game against Corpus Christi Hooks. (7:05 p.m. April 11, Hodgetown, 715 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $6 to $16; promotion prices vary. 806-803-7762)

Amarillo College Choir: The choirs will perform with Oklahoma Panhandle State University Choir. (7:30 p.m. April 11, AC Concert Hall Theatre on the Washington Street campus. Free. 806-371-5340)

Other Desert Cities: Old wounds are reopened in this Pulitzer Prize-nominated family drama by Jon Robin Baitz. (7:30 p.m. April 11; continues through April 21. Amarillo Little Theatre Adventure Space, 2751 Civic Circle. Ticket prices vary. 806-355-9991) 

West Texas A&M University Percussion Ensemble: The student musicians will perform. (7:30 p.m. April 11, WT Mary Moody Northen Recital Hall. Free. 806-651-2840)

The Wolves: This acclaimed contemporary drama by Sarah DeLappe explores life on a high school girls' soccer team. (7:30 p.m. April 11; continues through April 14. WT Branding Iron Theater. Tickets $12 adults, $8 seniors, free WT faculty and staff. 806-651-2804)

WhiskeyDick: The Fort Worth heavy metal honkytonk band will perform with opener Duane Mark(10 p.m. April 11, Golden Light Cantina, 2908 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover. 806-374-9237)

 

April 12

Little:A woman (Regina Hall) is transformed into her younger self (Black-ish's Marsai Martin) in this new comedy scheduled to open nationally. Advance tickets are not yet on sale.

Power of the Purse luncheon: Academy Award-winner Marlee Matlin will deliver the keynote at this annual fundraiser for the Laura W. Bush Institute for Women's Health. (11:30 a.m. April 12, Amarillo Civic Center Complex Heritage Ballroom, 401 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $100; sponsorship levels $1,500 to $25,000. 806-414-9941)

Discover for a Dollar: Check out the spring exhibition Battle of the Titans for a bargain price. (6 to 9 p.m. April 12, Don Harrington Discovery Center, 1200 Streit Drive. Admission $1 nonmembers, free members. 806-355-9547)

Mike Fuller: The Amarillo folk singer-songwriter will perform. (6:30 p.m. April 12, Pescaraz, 3415 S. Bell St., Suite K. No cover. 806-350-5430)

The A-Town Rockers: The Amarillo rock band will perform. (7 p.m. April 12, Teddy Jack's Armadillo Grill, 5080 S. Coulter St. No cover. 806-322-0113)

Hilary Marie: The Amarillo singer-songwriter will play. (7 p.m. April 12, Polk Street Eats, 614 S. Polk St. No cover. 806-376-4700)

Jason Hodges: The Amarillo country singer will perform. (7 p.m. April 12, The Handle Bar & Grill, 3415 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-803-9538)

John Tice & Eddie C.: The Amarillo musicians will perform on the patio. (7 p.m. April 12, Georgia Street Taphouse, 2001 S. Georgia St. No cover. 806-803-7000)

Jonathan Guidi: The Amarillo blues-rocker will perform. (7 p.m. April 12, Moondoggy's Pizza & Pub, 626 S. Polk St. No cover. 806-350-1400)

Rhett Uhland: The Canyon country singer will perform. (8 p.m. April 12, Off the Hook Seafood, 626 S. Polk St., Suite 200. No cover. 806-350-1400)

Sherry Jensen: The Amarillo singer will perform. (7 p.m. April 12, Copper Fire, 2800 Civic Circle, Suite 500. No cover. 806-220-2588)

Amarillo Sod Poodles: The new Double-A team will continue its inaugural home season with a game against Corpus Christi Hooks. (7:05 p.m. April 12, Hodgetown, 715 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $6 to $16; promotion prices vary. 806-803-7762)

Harrington String Quartet: The ensemble will conclude its Harmony Accord season. (7:30 p.m. April 12, Amarillo Botanical Gardens, 1400 Streit Drive. Tickets $20. 806-651-2840)

The Wolves: This acclaimed contemporary drama by Sarah DeLappe explores life on a high school girls' soccer team. (7:30 p.m. April 12; continues through April 14. WT Branding Iron Theater. Tickets $12 adults, $8 seniors, free WT faculty and staff. 806-651-2804)

Boss 420: The Amarillo rock band will perform. (8 p.m. April 12, Smokey Joe's, 2903 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-331-6698)

Insufficient Funds: The Amarillo party band will perform. (8 p.m. April 12, Metropolitan — A Speakeasy, 9181 Town Square Blvd. No cover. 806-242-0117)

Other Desert Cities: Old wounds are reopened in this Pulitzer Prize-nominated family drama by Jon Robin Baitz. (8 p.m. April 12; continues through April 21. Amarillo Little Theatre Adventure Space, 2751 Civic Circle. Ticket prices vary. 806-355-9991)

Sleeping Beauty: The iconic fairy tale comes to life in a new staging by Lone Star Ballet. (8 p.m. April 12; continues through April 13. Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts, 500 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $10 to $40, plus fees. 806-372-2463 or 806-378-3096)

The Solano Project: The Amarillo rock band will perform. (8 p.m. April 12, Joe Daddy's, 2108 Paramount Blvd. No cover. 806-463-7900)

Comedy Cartel: Strap in for an evening of standup in this Yellow City Comedy & Productions show. (9 p.m. April 12, Golden Light Cantina, 2908 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover. 806-374-9237)

Tennessee Tuckness & Friends: The Amarillo folk singer-songwriter and company will perform. (9 p.m. April 12, Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $10 from 8 to 11 p.m. 806-584-9571)

Micky & The Motorcars: The Texas country band will perform. (10 p.m. April 12, Hoots Pub, 2424 Hobbs Road. Cover.)

 

April 13

Wild Canyon Ultra: The Texas Eco Race Series will arrive in Caprock Canyons State Park, with 5K, 10K, 25K, 50K and 100K races. (7 a.m. April 13 to 3 a.m. April 14. Caprock Canyons State Park, 850 Caprock Canyons State Park Road near Quitaque. Entry fee $55 to $150. 972-523-2645)

Blue Man Dash: Take part in a 5K race or a family walk for autism awareness in this Panhandle ABA Resource Association event. (8 a.m. April 13, Amarillo College Washington Street campus. Entry fee $10 ages 18 and older, $5 ages 11 to 17. 806-681-5518)

Friends of the Amarillo Public Library Book Sale: Stock up for the spring with books and media for $7.50 a bag. (9 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 13; continues April 14. Amarillo Public Library Downtown Branch, 413 S.E. Fourth Ave. Free. 806-378-3054)

Roar & Run 5K: The seventh annual Chance Mark Jones Memorial race will raise funds for Clarendon Lions Club. (9 a.m. April 13, Clarendon College. Entry fee $20. 806-662-4687)

Easter Egg Hunt & Block Party: Celebrate the holiday with games, crafts, bounce houses and a hunt for 10,000 Easter eggs, sponsored by Paramount Baptist River Road campus. (10 a.m. April 13, River Road High School, 101 W. Mobley St. Free. 806-383-8867)

Women's Book Club: Join the discussion of Fannie Flagg's Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe(10 a.m. April 13, Amarillo Public Library Northwest Branch, 6100 W. Ninth Ave. Free. 806-359-2035)

Pete the Cat Big Easter Adventure Storytime: Check out this holiday-themed children's book. (11 a.m. April 13, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 2415 S. Soncy Road. Free. 806-352-2300)

Puppy Tales: Kids can practice their skills by reading aloud to therapy dogs. (11 a.m. April 13, Amarillo Public Library Northwest Branch, 6100 W. Ninth Ave. Free. 806-359-2035)

Noah: This theatrical staging of the biblical legend was filmed in front of a live audience. (12:55 p.m. April 13, Regal UA Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd., and Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive)

Gallery on 7th Art Fair: Several Amarillo artists and craftmakers will sell their latest. (2 to 6 p.m. April 13, Gallery on 7th, 513 S.W. Seventh Ave. Free. 806-681-0821)

Eggstravaganza: Enjoy food, music, games, face painting, toys and an egg hunt in this Fresh Start of Monroe event. (2 to 6 p.m. April 13, Thompson Park, 2401 Dumas Drive. Free. 806-418-2380)

Stop the Rage Benefit: Darts will fly in this benefit tournament, which also features a barbecue dinner. Proceeds benefit the family of Damon Messer, who died in a February shooting. (2 p.m. April 13, Massey's Landscaping, 1585 S.E. 58th Ave. Entry fee $10. 806-654-4122)

Sleeping Beauty: The iconic fairy tale comes to life in a new staging by Lone Star Ballet. (3 and 8 p.m. April 13, Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts, 500 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $10 to $40, plus fees. 806-372-2463 or 806-378-3096)

Friendly Feud Gala: Watch teams compete in this live game show during a fundraising dinner for Ascension Academy. (6 p.m. April 13. West Texas A&M University Jack B. Kelley Legacy Hall. Tickets $100. 806-342-0515)

Live Music at Bar Z: Amarillo musicians Ray Wilson and Stetson Williams will perform, and a food truck will be on site. (6 to 9 p.m. April 13, Bar Z Winery, 19290 Farm-to-Market Road 1541. Cover $10. 806-488-2214)

Dustin Garrett: The Lubbock singer-songwriter will perform. (6:30 p.m. April 13, Hotel Turkey, 201 Third St. in Turkey. No cover. 806-423-1151)

SK Texas Fest: Metal bands No Convictions, Hollowed Out, Two-Piece, Honorable Death, Children of the Earth, Zodiac Killer, Virtue and Red Beard Wall will perform. (6:30 p.m. April 13, T's Bar, 700 S.W. 10th Ave. Cover $10; $12 ages 18 to 20. 806-418-6649)

Amarillo Policeman's Ball: Support those in blue at this annual fundraiser dinner, featuring food from Hoffbrau Steak House, a speech by former mayor Paul Harpole and music by Insufficient Funds. (6:30 p.m. April 13, Amarillo Civic Center Complex Grand Plaza, 401 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $50; $25 for military and first responder in dress uniform. 806-378-4252)

Milo & Friends: Texas singer-songwriters Jeremy DeLara, The City Limits, Myles Debski, Lesly Ramos and Michael Hilburn will perform in Borger. (6:30 p.m. April 13, Neumann & Bailey, 503 N. Main St. in Borger. Cover. 806-464-5200)

Tennessee Tuckness: The Amarillo folk singer-songwriter will perform. (6:30 p.m. April 13, Pescaraz, 3415 S. Bell St., Suite K. No cover. 806-350-5430)

Hayden Spears: The Clovis, N.M., singer will perform. (8 p.m. April 13, Off the Hook Seafood, 626 S. Polk St., Suite 200. No cover. 806-350-1400)

Hilary Marie: The Amarillo singer-songwriter will play. (7 p.m. April 13, Moondoggy's Pizza & Pub, 626 S. Polk St. No cover. 806-350-1400)

Hillbilly Jim & Stoner Dave: The Amarillo musicians will perform. (7 p.m. April 13, The Handle Bar & Grill, 3415 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-803-9538)

Keitha Jones: The Amarillo musician will perform. (7 to 9 p.m. April 13, Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $10 from 8 to 11 p.m. 806-584-9571)

Lindsey Lane: The Amarillo country singer will perform. (7 p.m. April 13, I Don't Know Sports Bar & Grill, 1301 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-331-7985)

Second Chance Prom: Experience prom again as an adult in this Arabian Nights-themed benefit for Martha's Home. (7 p.m. April 13, Embassy Suites Amarillo — Downtown, 550 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $45 or $85 for couples; tables $500. 806-372-4035)

Route 66 Motor Speedway Opening Night: The racetrack's season opens with sprints and more. Races will be held Saturdays through August. (7 p.m. April 13, Route 66 Motor Speedway, 4101 Loop 335. Tickets $12; free ages 12 and younger. 806-383-7223)

UnVeiled: Rococo: This night of French opulence will reveal the Rococo Revival Style décor of Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum's Lucille Nance Jones Collection. (7 p.m. April 13, Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum, 2503 Fourth Ave. in Canyon. Tickets $175; sponsorships $500 to $50,000. 806-651-2244)

Amarillo Sod Poodles: The new Double-A team will continue its inaugural home season with a game against Corpus Christi Hooks. (7:05 p.m. April 13, Hodgetown, 715 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $6 to $16; promotion prices vary. 806-803-7762)

The Wolves: This acclaimed contemporary drama by Sarah DeLappe explores life on a high school girls' soccer team. (7:30 p.m. April 13; continues through April 14. WT Branding Iron Theater. Tickets $12 adults, $8 seniors, free WT faculty and staff. 806-651-2804)

Black Cat Bone: The Lubbock acoustic duo will perform. (8 p.m. April 13, Metropolitan — A Speakeasy, 9181 Town Square Blvd. No cover. 806-242-0117)

Other Desert Cities: Old wounds are reopened in this Pulitzer Prize-nominated family drama by Jon Robin Baitz. (8 p.m. April 13; continues through April 21. Amarillo Little Theatre Adventure Space, 2751 Civic Circle. Ticket prices vary. 806-355-9991)

The Solano Project: The Amarillo rock band will perform. (8 p.m. April 13, Smokey Joe's, 2903 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-331-6698)

Moon Dog: The Amarillo rock band will perform. (9 p.m. April 13, Broken Spoke Lounge, 3101 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-373-9149)

North Ridge: The Dumas-based Texas country band will perform. (10 p.m. April 13, Rounders Club, 2801 Virginia Circle. Cover. 806-352-3317)

Polk Street Jazz: The Amarillo jazz combo will perform. (9 p.m. April 13, Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $10 from 8 p.m. to midnight. 806-584-9571)

Texas Tumbleweed Junction: The Amarillo country band will perform. (9 p.m. April 13, 6th Street Saloon, 609 S. Independence St. Cover $5 for guys and free for women. 806-356-0873)

Amarillo Underground: The DJs will spin. (10 p.m. April 13, RR Bar, 701 S. Georgia St. No cover. 806-342-9000)

J. Trial Band: The Amarillo indie rock band will perform. (10 p.m. April 13, Golden Light Cantina, 2908 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover. 806-374-9237)

Texas Saddle Tramp: The band will perform. (10 p.m. April 13, Whiskey River, 4001 S.W. 51st Ave. Cover $7 men, free women. 806-367-6163)

 

April 14

Hilary Marie: The Amarillo singer-songwriter will play for the brunch crowd. (11 a.m. April 14, The Drunken Oyster, 7606 S.W. 45th Ave. No cover. 806-418-6668)

Benefit for Michael Jackson: Amarillo musicians will support one of their own (not the late pop singer) in this benefit concert and bike run. Bands are scheduled to include Moon Dog, The Tweeks, The Solano Project, Andy Chase, Tennessee Tuckness & Friends, Ace Rodriguez and Jonathan Guidi & Touching Voodoo(Noon April 14, Smokey Joe's, 2903 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-331-6698)

Ben-Hur: The TCM Big Screen Classics series continues with a 60th anniversary screening of the swords-and-sandals classic. (1 and 6 p.m. April 14; continues April 17. Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive)

Amarillo Sod Poodles: The new Double-A team will continue its inaugural home season with a game against Corpus Christi Hooks. (1:05 p.m. April 14, Hodgetown, 715 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $6 to $16; promotion prices vary. 806-803-7762)

Friends of the Amarillo Public Library Book Sale: Stock up for the spring with books and media on Bargain Day for $5 per bag. (2 to 6 p.m. April 14, Amarillo Public Library Downtown Branch, 413 S.E. Fourth Ave. Free. 806-378-3054)

Wheelchair Madness 2019: Watch Amarillo teams compete in this wheelchair basketball tournament benefiting One Chair at a Time. (2 to 6 p.m. April 14, Caprock High School, 3001 S.E. 34th Ave. Admission $5. 806-367-5904)

Other Desert Cities: Old wounds are reopened in this Pulitzer Prize-nominated family drama by Jon Robin Baitz. (2:30 p.m. April 14; continues through April 21. Amarillo Little Theatre Adventure Space, 2751 Civic Circle. Ticket prices vary. 806-355-9991)

The Wolves: This acclaimed contemporary drama by Sarah DeLappe explores life on a high school girls' soccer team. (2:30 p.m. April 14, WT Branding Iron Theater. Tickets $12 adults, $8 seniors, free WT faculty and staff. 806-651-2804)

Amarillo College Chamber Orchestra: The ensemble will perform with Suzuki students. (3 p.m. April 14, AC Concert Hall Theatre on the Washington Street campus. Free. 806-371-5340)

For King & Country: The contemporary Christian duo of brothers will bring their Burn the Ships world tour to town with opening act Josh Baldwin. (6 p.m. April 14, Amarillo Civic Center Complex Auditorium, 401 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $20 to $60, plus fees. 806-378-3096)

West Texas A&M University Brass Choir: The student musicians will perform. (7:30 p.m. April 14, WT Mary Moody Northen Recital Hall. Free. 806-651-2840)

 

April 15

The Iron Camera Project: Stories of the Painted Desert: Artists Kim Garrison and Steve Radosevich's pinhole photography exhibition will be on view. (April 15 to May 8, Southern Light Gallery, first floor of Ware Student Commons on Amarillo College's Washington Street campus. 7:30 a.m. to 8:50 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 7:30 a.m. to 4:50 p.m. Fridays and 2 to 5:50 p.m. Sundays. 806-345-5654)

Amarillo Reads: Teacher Appreciation Craft Night: Families can learn to make gifts for the teachers in their lives. (7 to 8:30 p.m. April 15, Amarillo Public Library East Branch, 2232 E. 27th Ave. Free. 806-342-1589)

The Goonies: Sloth says you can't miss this special screening of the 1985 kids' classic. Goonies never say die! (7 p.m. April 15, Regal UA Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd.)

Amarillo College Community Concert Band: The ensemble will perform. (7:30 p.m. April 15, AC Concert Hall Theatre on the Washington Street campus. Free. 806-371-5340)

Foreigner: Do you want to know what love is? Catch the classic rock band in concert. (7:30 p.m. April 15, Amarillo Civic Center Complex Auditorium, 401 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $59.75 to $99.75, plus fees. 806-378-3096)

Word Strickland: The Nashville singer-songwriter will perform. (8 p.m. April 15, Metropolitan — A Speakeasy, 9181 Town Square Blvd. No cover. 806-242-0117)

Sheverb: The spaghetti Western band will bring their Mysterious Strangers tour to town. (9 p.m. April 15, The 806 Coffee + Lounge, 2812 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover; donations accepted. 806-322-1806)

 

April 16

Books in Bloom: Enjoy a garden-themed story time on the patio and plant flower seeds. (4 p.m. April 16, Amarillo Public Library Northwest Branch, 6100 W. Ninth Ave. Free. 806-359-2035)

Amarillo Reads Film Series: Enjoy films about great educators in this Amarillo Reads event, inspired by Shanna Peeples' Think Like Socrates. Tonight's film is Freedom Writers(6 p.m. April 16, Amarillo Public Library Southwest Branch, 6801 S.W. 45th Ave. Free. 806-651-2486)

FireSongs: A TBA artist will be featured on the concert series. (7 p.m. April 16, Fire Slice Pizzeria, 7306 S.W. 34th Ave., Suite 10. No cover. 806-331-2232)

Suzuki Solo Recital: Students in the Amarillo College education program will perform. (7 p.m. April 16, AC Concert Hall Theatre on the Washington Street campus. Free. 806-371-5340)

 

April 17

Breakthrough: Chrissy Metz (This Is Us) stars as a mother who prays for the healing of her son, who has fallen into a frozen lake, in this faith-based drama based on a true story. (Opens April 17. Regal UA Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd., and Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive. Others may follow.)

Penguins: The latest Disney Nature documentary follows the adventures of a charming flightless waterfowl. (Opens April 17. Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive. Others may follow.)

Ben-Hur: The TCM Big Screen Classics series continues with a 60th anniversary screening of the swords-and-sandals classic. (1 and 6 p.m. April 17, Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive)

Vibrant Vocab: This biweekly storytime focuses on building vocabularies. (3:30 p.m. April 17, Amarillo Public Library Downtown Branch, 413 S.E. Fourth Ave. Free. 806-378-3054)

Puppy Tales: Kids can practice their skills by reading aloud to therapy dogs. (4 p.m. April 17, Amarillo Public Library Northwest Branch, 6100 W. Ninth Ave. Free. 806-359-2035)

Ace Rodriguez: The Amarillo musician will perform. (7 p.m. April 17, Teddy Jack's Armadillo Grill, 5080 S. Coulter St. No cover. 806-322-0113)

Amy Coffman: The Amarillo folk singer-songwriter will perform. (7 p.m. April 17, Copper Fire, 2800 Civic Circle, Suite 500. No cover. 806-220-2588)

Finding Neverland: Fly into the world of J.M. Barrie's imagination in this musical depicting the creation of Peter Pan, the season-ending offering from Civic Amarillo and Celebrity Attractions' Broadway Spotlight Series. (7:30 p.m. April 17; continues April 18. Amarillo Civic Center Complex Auditorium, 401 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $32 to $64, plus fees. 806-378-3096)

Comedy Open Mic: Try your hand alongside comics from Yellow City Comedy & Productions(8:30 p.m. April 17, The 806 Coffee + Lounge, 2812 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover; donations accepted. 806-322-1806)

Lee Scheetz and Eddie Siegel: The Amarillo country singers will host an open mic night. (9 p.m. April 17, Whiskey River, 4001 S.W. 51st Ave. No cover. 806-367-6163)

Elsie Binx: The Detroit rock band will perform. (10 p.m. April 17, Leftwood's, 2511 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover $5. 806-367-9840)

 

April 18

Writers Group: Set aside time to put thoughts on paper or screen. (noon to 2 p.m. April 18, Amarillo Public Library East Branch, 2232 E. 27th Ave. Free. 806-342-1589)

Ten Ways to Be a Poet: Teens can learn tips to write and enjoy poems. (4 p.m. April 18, Amarillo Public Library North Branch, 1500 N.E. 24th Ave. Free. 806-381-7931)

La Bella's on Olsen Live: Amarillo singer-songwriter Dannie Lake will perform for the concert series. (5:30 p.m. April 18, La Bella's, 3801 S. Olsen Blvd. No cover. 806-352-5050)

Amarillo Reads Film Series: Enjoy films about great educators in this Amarillo Reads event, inspired by Shanna Peeples' Think Like Socrates. Tonight's film is the documentary Night School(6 p.m. April 18, Amarillo Public Library Southwest Branch, 6801 S.W. 45th Ave. Free. 806-651-2486)

Savor the Goods: Local Cuisine, Ethnic Flair: The artisans of West Texas Chefs Table will offer a preview of the 2019 Savor the Goods series of dinners for Panhandle PBS. (6 to 8 p.m. April 18, Reed Beverage, 3701 S.E. 25th Ave. Tickets $30. 806-371-5479)

Yvonne Perea: The Amarillo folk singer-songwriter will perform. (6:30 p.m. April 18, Pescaraz, 3415 S. Bell St., Suite K. No cover. 806-350-5430)

RiffTrax Live: Octaman: The snarky film lovers take on this B-movie monstrosity. (7 p.m. April 18; encores April 24. Regal UA Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd., and Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive)

The Pilgrim's Progress: The classic Christian allegory is adapted into a feature-length animated film. (7 p.m. April 18; continues April 20. Regal UA Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd., and Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive)

Amarillo Sod Poodles: The new Double-A team will continue its inaugural home season with a game against Corpus Christi Hooks. (7:05 p.m. April 18, Hodgetown, 715 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $6 to $16; promotion prices vary. 806-803-7762)

Finding Neverland: Fly into the world of J.M. Barrie's imagination in this musical depicting the creation of Peter Pan, the season-ending offering from Civic Amarillo and Celebrity Attractions' Broadway Spotlight Series. (7:30 p.m. April 18, Amarillo Civic Center Complex Auditorium, 401 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $32 to $64, plus fees. 806-378-3096)

The Jim Laughlin Trio: The Amarillo jazz combo will perform. (7:30 p.m. April 18, The Drunken Oyster, 7606 S.W. 45th Ave. No cover. 806-418-6668)

Other Desert Cities: Old wounds are reopened in this Pulitzer Prize-nominated family drama by Jon Robin Baitz. (7:30 p.m. April 18; continues through April 21. Amarillo Little Theatre Adventure Space, 2751 Civic Circle. Ticket prices vary. 806-355-9991)

Hilary Marie: The Amarillo singer-songwriter will perform. (8 p.m. April 18, Metropolitan — A Speakeasy, 9181 Town Square Blvd. No cover. 806-242-0117)

Comedy Open Mic: Try your hand alongside comics from Yellow City Comedy & Productions(9 p.m. April 18, The Handle Bar & Grill, 3415 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-803-9538)

 

April 19

Panhandle Cutting Horse Association: More fierce roping action. (8 a.m. April 19; continues April 20. Bill Cody Arena on Tri-State Fairgrounds, 3701 E. 10th Ave. Free. 806-376-7767)

Mike Fuller: The Amarillo folk singer-songwriter will perform. (6:30 p.m. April 19, Pescaraz, 3415 S. Bell St., Suite K. No cover. 806-350-5430)

Tommy Thomsen & Friends: The Western Swing musician will perform. (6:30 p.m. April 19, Hotel Turkey, 201 Third St. in Turkey. No cover. 806-423-1151)

Ace Rodriguez and Andy Solano: The Amarillo musicians will perform. (7 p.m. April 19, Moondoggy's Pizza & Pub, 626 S. Polk St. No cover. 806-350-1400)

Eddie Esler: The Amarillo singer-songwriter will perform. (8 p.m. April 19, Off the Hook Seafood, 626 S. Polk St., Suite 200. No cover. 806-350-1400)

Moon Dog: The Amarillo rock band will perform. (7 p.m. April 19, Teddy Jack's Armadillo Grill, 5080 S. Coulter St. No cover. 806-322-0113)

J.D. Cobb: The Texas country singer will perform. (7 p.m. April 19, The Handle Bar & Grill, 3415 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-803-9538)

Amarillo Sod Poodles: The new Double-A team will continue its inaugural home season with a game against Corpus Christi Hooks. (7:05 p.m. April 19, Hodgetown, 715 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $6 to $16; promotion prices vary. 806-803-7762)

The Austin Brazille Trio: The Amarillo jazz combo will perform. (7:30 p.m. April 19, The Drunken Oyster, 7606 S.W. 45th Ave. No cover. 806-418-6668)

Anderson, Flesher & Key: The Amarillo favorites will perform. (8 p.m. April 19, Smokey Joe's, 2903 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-331-6698)

Hilary Marie: The Amarillo singer-songwriter will perform. (8 p.m. April 19, Metropolitan — A Speakeasy, 9181 Town Square Blvd. No cover. 806-242-0117)

The Jim Laughlin Trio: The Amarillo jazz combo will perform. (8 p.m. April 19, Metropolitan — A Speakeasy, 9181 Town Square Blvd. No cover. 806-242-0117)

Jonathan Guidi & Touching Voodoo: The Amarillo blues-rock band will perform in Pampa. (8 p.m. April 19, The Jam House, 118 W. Foster St. in Pampa. Cover $5. 806-663-2188)

Other Desert Cities: Old wounds are reopened in this Pulitzer Prize-nominated family drama by Jon Robin Baitz. (8 p.m. April 19; continues through April 21. Amarillo Little Theatre Adventure Space, 2751 Civic Circle. Ticket prices vary. 806-355-9991)

Texas Hits & A Miss: The Amarillo country band will perform. (8 p.m. April 19, Joe Daddy's, 2108 Paramount Blvd. No cover. 806-463-7900)

Full Moon Hike: Take a guided walk under the moonlight through Caprock Canyon(8:45 p.m. April 19, Caprock Canyons State Park, 850 Caprock Canyons State Park Road near Quitaque. Free with park admission of $4 adults, $2 seniors. 806-455-1492)

Brandon Bailey Johnson: The El Paso alt-rocker will perform. (9 p.m. April 19, The 806 Coffee + Lounge, 2812 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover; donations accepted. 806-322-1806)

Jacob Christopher: The Colorado country singer will perform. (9 p.m. April 19, Rounders Club, 2801 Virginia Circle. No cover. 806-352-3317)

Seckond Chaynce: The country rapper will perform. (9 p.m. April 19, Guitars & Cadillacs, 3601 Olsen Blvd. Tickets $15 advance, $20 day of; $40 meet & greet tickets. 806-322-7979 or 806-290-8996)

The Jacob Rives Quartet: The Amarillo jazz combo will perform. (9 p.m. April 19, Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $10 from 8 p.m. to midnight. 806-584-9571)

Boss 420: The Amarillo rock band will perform. (10 p.m. April 19, Whiskey River, 4001 S.W. 51st Ave. Cover $7 men, free women. 806-367-6163)

Mr. P Chill: The California hip-hop star will perform. (10 p.m. April 19, Leftwood's, 2511 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover $5. 806-367-9840)

Pink Fuzz: The Denver rock band will perform with Amarillo indie band Vamping(10 p.m. April 19, Golden Light Cantina, 2908 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover. 806-374-9237)

 

April 20

Original Team Roping: Fierce roping action. (8 a.m. April 20, Amarillo National Center on Tri-State Fairgrounds, 3701 E. 10th Ave. Free. 806-376-7767)

Panhandle Cutting Horse Association: More fierce roping action. (8 a.m. April 20, Bill Cody Arena on Tri-State Fairgrounds, 3701 E. 10th Ave. Free. 806-376-7767)

Easter Egg-citement: Kids can find goodie-filled eggs, play games, make crafts and more. (9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 20, Amarillo Zoo, 700 Comanchero Trail. Cost $5. 806-381-7911)

EGGstravaganza: The annual Easter party at the Discovery Center will feature egg-related science activities. (9:30 a.m. to noon April 20, Don Harrington Discovery Center, 1200 Streit Drive. Cost $8 members, $11 nonmembers. 806-355-9547)

Corn Hole Tournament: Take your best shot at this fourth annual tournament benefiting the Khiva Shrine. (10 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 20, Bentley's Auction, 7148 S. Bell St. Entry fee $50 for team of two; spectator fee $15. 806-373-2845)

Easter Egg Hunt Carnival: Kids can pal around with an array of princesses and superheroes, as well as the Easter Bunny, at this fifth-annual Make It Special hunt. The event also will include bounce houses, petting zoo, carnival games and more. (10 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 20, Wolflin Square, 2221 W. Interstate 40. Wristband $7.50; game cards $5 to $25. 806-410-7753)

Trailway Tour: Reservations are required for this guided vehicle tour down the historic Caprock Canyon trailway. Space is limited, and seats are $10 each. (10 a.m. April 20, Caprock Canyons State Park, 850 Caprock Canyons State Park Road near Quitaque. Park admission of $4 adults, $2 seniors. 806-455-1492)

Fresh Princess Storytime: Check out this new children's book. (11 a.m. April 20, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 2415 S. Soncy Road. Free. 806-352-2300)

Epic Easter Egg Hunt: Look for 25,000 eggs at this party in Canyon. (Noon to 2 p.m. April 20, Southeast Park, 28th Street and 12th Avenue in Canyon. Free. 806-655-2347)

Record Store Day: Shop at a pop-up vinyl swap for High Plains Public Radio's week-delayed celebration of the national event. (Noon to 3 p.m. April 20, The Rocking OT, 3100 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-367-9088)

The Pilgrim's Progress: The classic Christian allegory is adapted into a feature-length animated film. (12:55 p.m. April 20, Regal UA Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd., and Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive)

Wildlife Etiquette and Environmental Ethics: Learn simple tips and tricks to have positive experiences at Caprock Canyon(2 p.m. April 20, Caprock Canyons State Park, 850 Caprock Canyons State Park Road near Quitaque. Free with park admission of $4 adults, $2 seniors. 806-455-1492)

Amarillo Venom: The indoor football team continues its season against the Sioux City Bandits(6 p.m. April 20, Amarillo Civic Center Complex Coliseum, 401 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $10.25 to $30.25, plus fees. 806-350-7277)

Live Music at Bar Z: Amarillo country band Chad Miller & The Good Fortune will perform, and food truck J&L Good Grubs will be on site. (6 to 9 p.m. April 20, Bar Z Winery, 19290 Farm-to-Market Road 1541. Cover $10. 806-488-2214)

Dave Martinez: The West Texas singer-songwriter will perform. (6:30 p.m. April 20, Hotel Turkey, 201 Third St. in Turkey. No cover. 806-423-1151)

Tennessee Tuckness: The Amarillo folk singer-songwriter will perform. (6:30 p.m. April 20, Pescaraz, 3415 S. Bell St., Suite K. No cover. 806-350-5430)

Lindi Mayfield: The Amarillo singer will perform. (7 p.m. April 20, The Handle Bar & Grill, 3415 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-803-9538)

Love Session: The Amarillo R&B duo will perform. (8 p.m. April 20, Off the Hook Seafood, 626 S. Polk St., Suite 200. No cover. 806-350-1400)

Neal Nossaman & Keralee Clay: The Amarillo musicians will give a cabaret performance. (7 to 9 p.m. April 20, Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $10 from 8 p.m. to midnight. 806-584-9571)

Songwriters in the Round: Amarillo musicians Woody Key, Yvonne Perea, Heath Seager and Mike Fuller will perform. (7:30 p.m. April 20, Chalice Abbey, 2717 Stanley St.. Suggested donation $15. 806-576-2480)

Amarillo Sod Poodles: The new Double-A team will continue its inaugural home season with a game against Corpus Christi Hooks. (7:05 p.m. April 20, Hodgetown, 715 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $6 to $16; promotion prices vary. 806-803-7762)

Johnny Reverb Holston: The Amarillo blues star will perform. (7:30 p.m. April 20, The Drunken Oyster, 7606 S.W. 45th Ave. No cover. 806-418-6668)

The Average Joes: The Amarillo rock band will perform. (8 p.m. April 20, Smokey Joe's, 2903 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-331-6698)

Blunt Force Trauma: Rock out with metal bands Crafting the Conspiracy, Spitlife, Thornside, Horrid Demise and In the Mind of Asterion. (8 p.m. April 20, T's Bar, 700 S.W. 10th Ave. Cover $5 advance, $10 at door. 806-418-6649)

Other Desert Cities: Old wounds are reopened in this Pulitzer Prize-nominated family drama by Jon Robin Baitz. (8 p.m. April 20; continues through April 21. Amarillo Little Theatre Adventure Space, 2751 Civic Circle. Ticket prices vary. 806-355-9991)

Read My Lips: Bad Magik Lip-Sync Battle: Work up your best lip-sync numbers (come prepared with at least three songs, each up to five minutes long and available via streaming) and enter this tournament to help put on the Bad Magik Music Festival on May 25. (8 p.m. April 20, RR Bar, 701 S. Georgia St. Free. 806-342-9000)

Texas State Bison Herd: Learn about the official herd of the Lone Star State at their Caprock Canyon home. (8:30 p.m. April 20, Caprock Canyons State Park, 850 Caprock Canyons State Park Road near Quitaque. Free with park admission of $4 adults, $2 seniors. 806-455-1492)

Chino & The Strange Whiskey Band: The Amarillo country band will perform. (9 p.m. April 20, Broken Spoke Lounge, 3101 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-373-9149)

Esquire Jazz Band: The house band will perform. (9 p.m. April 20, Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $10 from 8 p.m. to midnight. 806-584-9571)

Jacob Christopher: The Colorado country singer will perform. (9 p.m. April 20, Western Horseman Club, 2501 E. Interstate 40. Cover $5 for men, free for women. 806-379-6555, ext. 2999)

The Joe Trevino Band: The Lubbock country act will perform. (9 p.m. April 20, 6th Street Saloon, 609 S. Independence St. Cover $5 for guys and free for women. 806-356-0873)

Comanche Moon: The Amarillo-based Americana band will perform with Amarillo (now based in Austin) singer-songwriter Eddie Esler opening. (10 p.m. April 20, Golden Light Cantina, 2908 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover. 806-374-9237)

Piles of David Hasselhoff's Potentially Bastard Sons: Amarillo rock bands The Bastard Sons of David Hasselhoff and Piles of Potential will give a 4/20 show. (10 p.m. April 20, Leftwood's, 2511 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover $5. 806-367-9840)

Jam Session: Sit in for a late-night sesh. (midnight April 21, Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $10 from 8 p.m. to midnight. 806-584-9571)

 

April 21

Yvonne Perea: The Amarillo singer-songwriter will perform for the brunch crowd. (11 a.m. April 21, The Drunken Oyster, 7606 S.W. 45th Ave. No cover. 806-418-6668)

 

April 22

Bright Ones: Teens from a performing arts school show their stuff in this faith-based musical. (6:30 p.m. April 22, Regal UA Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd.)

Leonardo's Art Day: Celebrate Leonardo da Vinci's birth month with art-themed stories and experiments. (7 p.m. April 22, Amarillo Public Library North Branch, 1500 N.E. 24th Ave. Free. 806-381-7931)

 

April 23

Fourth Tuesday Book Club: Join the discussion of Rachel Joyce's The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry(11 a.m. April 23, Amarillo Public Library Southwest Branch, 6801 S.W. 45th Ave. Free. 806-359-2094)

Amarillo Reads Film Series: Enjoy films about great educators in this Amarillo Reads event, inspired by Shanna Peeples' Think Like Socrates. Tonight's film is Stand and Deliver(6 p.m. April 23, Amarillo Public Library Southwest Branch, 6801 S.W. 45th Ave. Free. 806-651-2486)

Indie Lens Pop-Up: Charm City screening: Join Panhandle PBS and Amarillo Branch NAACP for a screening of the acclaimed documentary about the streets of Baltimore, followed by a discussion of police and neighborhood relations with Melodie Graves, Amarillo College Diversity Team; Amarillo Police Chief Ed Drain; and Amarillo Venom Football Coach Julian Reese. (6:30 p.m. April 23, Amarillo Public Library downtown branch, 413 S.E. Fourth Ave. Free. 806-371-5224)

Jimmy Burson and Emily George: The Western Swing musicians will perform for the lead-up to Bob Wills Day. (6:30 p.m. April 23, Hotel Turkey, 201 Third St. in Turkey. No cover. 806-423-1151)

Forest Sun: The touring singer-songwriter will be featured on the FireSongs concert series. (7 p.m. April 23, Fire Slice Pizzeria, 7306 S.W. 34th Ave., Suite 10. No cover. 806-331-2232)

Yellow City Comedy & Productions: Local standups will perform in this showcase. (7 p.m. April 23, Off the Hook Seafood, 626 S. Polk St., Suite 200. Cover $5. 806-350-1400)

 

April 24

Business After Hours: Network over food and drinks at this free Amarillo Chamber of Commerce event; chamber membership is not required. (5 p.m. April 24, Hodgetown Ballpark, 715 S. Buchanan St. Free. 806-373-7800)

Greg Gibbs Band: The Western Swing band will perform for the lead-up to Bob Wills Day. (6:30 p.m. April 24, Hotel Turkey, 201 Third St. in Turkey. No cover. 806-423-1151)

The Local Nobodys: The Lubbock rock band will perform. (7 p.m. April 24, Teddy Jack's Armadillo Grill, 5080 S. Coulter St. No cover. 806-322-0113)

RiffTrax Live: Octaman: The snarky film lovers take on this B-movie monstrosity. (7:30 p.m. April 24, Regal UA Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd., and Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive)

Tejon Street Corner Thieves: The Colorado trash-grass band will perform with Clyde & The Milltailers(9 p.m. April 24, Leftwood's, 2511 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover $5. 806-367-9840)

 

April 25

Avengers: Endgame: Snap to it: The remaining heroes (and newly arrived Captain Marvel) must shake off their grief and try to avenge the fallen in this hotly anticipated (and three-hour-long) film. (Previews April 25; opens April 26. Cinergy Amarillo, 9201 Cinergy Square; Regal UA Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd.; and Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive.)

Danny Cadra: The Texas singer-songwriter will give a lunchtime show during Bob Wills Day celebrations. (11 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 25, Hotel Turkey, 201 Third St. in Turkey. No cover. 806-423-1151)

Downtown Lunchtime Book Club: Join the discussion of Charles Martin's The Mountain Between Us(12:15 p.m. April 25, Amarillo Public Library Downtown Branch, 413 S.E. Fourth Ave. Free. 806-378-3054)

La Bella's on Olsen Live: Amarillo singer-songwriter Josh Roberts will perform for the concert series. (5:30 p.m. April 25, La Bella's, 3801 S. Olsen Blvd. No cover. 806-352-5050)

Amarillo Reads Film Series: Enjoy films about great educators in this Amarillo Reads event, inspired by Shanna Peeples' Think Like Socrates. Tonight's film is Hallways of Hope(6 p.m. April 25, Amarillo Public Library Southwest Branch, 6801 S.W. 45th Ave. Free. 806-651-2486)

Bob Wills Day: Celebrate the King of Western Swing with this three-day festival in Turkey. Today features a dance with Dallas Wayne, Darrell MaCall and Tommy Hooker. (6 p.m. April 25; continues through April 27. Bob Wills Center, 602 Lyles St. in Turkey. Tickets $20. 806-423-1253)

Golden Nail Awards: Celebrate individuals, businesses and foundations who support the fine arts in the Panhandle region. (6:30 p.m. April 25, Derrick Event Center, 814 S. Taylor St. Tickets $45. 806-342-2023)

Tennessee Tuckness: The Amarillo folk singer-songwriter will perform. (6:30 p.m. April 25, Pescaraz, 3415 S. Bell St., Suite K. No cover. 806-350-5430)

Esquire Jazz Huge Band: The super-sized big band will perform. (7 to 10 p.m. April 25, Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. No cover. 806-584-9571)

Greg Meek: The Amarillo singer will perform. (7 p.m. April 25, The Handle Bar & Grill, 3415 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-803-9538)

United Catalysts: Conceptual artists Kim Garrison and Steve Radosevich will discuss pinhole photography. A reception will begin at 6 p.m. (7 p.m. April 25, Amarillo College Oak Room on the Washington Street campus. Free. 806-345-5654)

West Texas A&M University Choirs: The student musicians will perform. (7:30 p.m. April 25, WT Mary Moody Northen Recital Hall. Free. 806-651-2840)

 

April 26

MC3 Team Roping: Cowboys will strut their stuff. (9 a.m. April 26; continues through April 28. Amarillo National Center on Tri-State Fairgrounds, 3701 E. 10th Ave. Free. 806-376-7767)

Putts for Pups: Hit the links in this fundraiser for Panhandle Paws of Hope. (9 a.m. April 26, Tascosa Golf Club, 4502 Fairway Drive. Entry fee $400 per team of four. panhandlepawsofhope@gmail.com)

Danny Cadra: The Texas singer-songwriter will give a lunchtime show during Bob Wills Day celebrations. (11 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 26, Hotel Turkey, 201 Third St. in Turkey. No cover. 806-423-1151)

All Things Artful Art Festival: Watch art demos or make your own art at this annual festival for Amarillo Art Institute. The party also will feature Velvet Funk, vendors, food and drinks, and homemade ice cream in a handmade ceramic bowl. (5 to 8 p.m. April 26, 3701 Plains Blvd. Tickets $25 adults, $10 children; $20 in advance. 806-354-8802) 

Bob Wills Day: Celebrate the King of Western Swing with this three-day festival in Turkey. Today features a dance with the Bob Wills Texas Playboys, under the direction of Jason Roberts, and Jake Hooker & The Outsiders. (5:30 p.m. April 26; continues through April 27. Bob Wills Center, 602 Lyles St. in Turkey. Tickets $20. 806-423-1253)

Final Friday Art Bazaar: This monthly event includes a group art show, bazaar and homemade crafts. (5:30 to 9 p.m. April 26, Gallery on 7th, 513 S.W. Seventh Ave. Free. 806-681-0821)

Night at the 7 Star Casino: Play casino games and dance to the music of Ed Montana at this dinner fundraiser for 7 Star Therapeutic Riding Center. (6 p.m. April 26, Piehl Barn, 900 Farm-to-Market 2381 in Bushland. Tickets $75. 806-355-4773)

James Owens: The Amarillo musician will perform. (6:30 p.m. April 26, Pescaraz, 3415 S. Bell St., Suite K. No cover. 806-350-5430)

Anderson, Flesher & Key: The Amarillo favorites will perform. (7 p.m. April 26, Teddy Jack's Armadillo Grill, 5080 S. Coulter St. No cover. 806-322-0113)

Hayden Spears: The Clovis, N.M., musician will perform. (7 p.m. April 26, Moondoggy's Pizza & Pub, 626 S. Polk St. No cover. 806-350-1400)

Hilary Marie: The Amarillo singer-songwriter will play. (7 p.m. April 26, Off the Hook Seafood, 626 S. Polk St., Suite 200. No cover. 806-350-1400)

Jason Hodges: The Amarillo country singer will perform. (7 p.m. April 26, The Handle Bar & Grill, 3415 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-803-9538)

Mike Fuller: The Amarillo folk singer-songwriter will perform. (7 p.m. April 26, Copper Fire, 2800 Civic Circle, Suite 500. No cover. 806-220-2588)

The Solano Project: The Amarillo rock band will perform on the patio. (7 p.m. April 26, Georgia Street Taphouse, 2001 S. Georgia St. No cover. 806-803-7000)

Amarillo Symphony: The orchestra will conclude its 94th season with Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 and Johannes Brahms' Tragische Ouvertüre. Guests include soprano Suzanne Ramo, alto Amanda Crider, tenor Dominic Armstrong, bass Jonathan Beyer, the Amarillo Master Chorale and the First Baptist Church Sanctuary Choir. (7:30 p.m. April 26; continues April 27. Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts, 500 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $16 to $55, plus fees. 806-376-8782)

Dan Hanson: The Amarillo jazz musician will perform. (7:30 p.m. April 26, The Drunken Oyster, 7606 S.W. 45th Ave. No cover. 806-418-6668)

Heathers: The Musical: Head back to the high school from hell with TheatreAC's production of this musical based on the 1988 cult film. (7:30 p.m. April 26; continues through May 5. Amarillo College Experimental Theatre on the Washington Stret campus. Tickets $8 adults, $6 seniors, students and AC faculty/staff. 806-371-5359)

Lebowski Fest: Abide with the dude at a screening of cult classic The Big Lebowski. The BYOB event will feature a costume contest, as well. (7:30 p.m. April 26, Rocking OT, 3100 S.W. Sixth Ave. Tickets $15. 806-681-4050)

Moon Dog: The Amarillo rock band will perform. (8 p.m. April 26, Joe Daddy's, 2108 Paramount Blvd. No cover. 806-463-7900)

Ruth Ellen Lynch & Jazz Plus: The Amarillo jazz combo will perform. (8 p.m. April 26, Metropolitan — A Speakeasy, 9181 Town Square Blvd. No cover. 806-242-0117)

The Texas Blues Rangers: The Amarillo blues band will perform. (8 p.m. April 26, Smokey Joe's, 2903 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-331-6698)

Love Shine: The Amarillo country band will perform. (9 p.m. April 26, MacDaddy's, 1221 S.W. 10th Ave. No cover. 806-373-9149)

The Robert Hinds Quartet: The Amarillo combo will perform. (9 p.m. April 26, Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $10 from 8 p.m. to midnight. 806-584-9571)

The AhhFugYeahs: This Dallas all-star band will perform decades' worth of hits. (10 p.m. April 26, Leftwood's, 2511 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover $5. 806-367-9840)

DJ James McMurry: The DJ will spin. (10 p.m. April 26, RR Bar, 701 S. Georgia St. Free. 806-342-9000)

Sunset Strip: The Dallas-based '80s rock cover band will perform. (10 p.m. April 26, Whiskey River, 4001 S.W. 51st Ave. Cover $7 men, free women. 806-367-6163)

 

April 27

Giddy Up for Tex 5K: This timed race and casual walk will benefit the Tex Randall Project, which continues to provide for maintenance of the tall cowboy statue on U.S. Highway 60 in Canyon. (8 a.m. April 27, downtown square in Canyon. Registration fee $30; no race-day entries. 806-656-6833)

MC3 Team Roping: Cowboys will strut their stuff. (9 a.m. April 27; continues through April 28. Amarillo National Center on Tri-State Fairgrounds, 3701 E. 10th Ave. Free. 806-376-7767)

Bob Wills Day: Celebrate the King of Western Swing with this three-day festival in Turkey. Today features an arts & crafts show and parade at 10 a.m.; the Old Fiddlers Contest at 11:30 a.m.; a barbecue cook-off at noon; Bob Wills Texas Playboys, under the direction of Jason Roberts, at 2:30 p.m.; the South Plains Western Swing Band at 5:30 p.m. and Jody Nix & The Texas Cowboys at 8 p.m. (5:30 p.m. April 27, Bob Wills Center, 602 Lyles St. in Turkey. Tickets $20. 806-423-1253)

Boom Bike Run & Benefit: Bikers can take part in a poker run to benefit military and first responders. The run will make stops at The Handle Bar & Grill, Broken Spoke Lounge, Zombiez Bar & Grill and Rounders Club, where participants can enjoy a silent auction, raffle, door prizes, food and live music from 3 p.m. to close. (10 a.m. April 27, Tripp's Harley-Davidson, 6040 W. Interstate 40. Entry fee $10 each, $15 couples. 806-352-3317)

Caffeine & Cars: The monthly car show will raise funds for Camp Agape(10 a.m. to noon April 27, Vintage Autohaus & Imports, 8201 W. Amarillo Blvd. Free; donations accepted. 806-418-6850)

Day of Thunder Car Show: The High Plains Thunderbird Club will host this 18th annual show for Martha's Home. (10 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 27, First United Bank, 45th Avenue and Soncy Road. Entry fee $20; public viewing free. 806-433-2581)

Twenty Questions: A Trivia Game: Compete with a team of up to four people in this Amarillo Reads event. (10 a.m. April 27, Amarillo Public Library North Branch, 1500 N.E. 24th Ave. Free. 806-381-7931)

What Do You Do with a Chance? Storytime: Check out this new children's book. (11 a.m. April 27, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 2415 S. Soncy Road. Free. 806-352-2300)

Chad Miller: The West Texas singer-songwriter will give a lunchtime show during Bob Wills Day celebrations. (11 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 27, Hotel Turkey, 201 Third St. in Turkey. No cover. 806-423-1151)

Earth Day and FogelEarth Festival: Celebrate Earth Day all day with a new festival at Wildcat Bluff Nature Center. Enjoy activities, hikes, food trucks and Friends of Fogelberg-style music from Danny Freeze & The Earthlings, Jason Hodges, The DustJackets, Johnny Reverb Holston, Young Country and more. (Noon to 8 p.m. April 27, Wildcat Bluff Nature Center, 2301 N. Soncy Road. Admission free. 806-352-6007)

Amarillo Venom: The indoor football team continues its season against the Duke City Gladiators(6 p.m. April 27, Amarillo Civic Center Complex Coliseum, 401 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $10.25 to $30.25, plus fees. 806-350-7277)

Potter County Steak Out: Chow down on a prime rib dinner in this fundraiser for Potter County Junior Livestock Association. The event also includes live and silent auctions, and music by Kelly Spinks & Miles of Texas with opener Danny Cadra(6 p.m. April 27, Rex Baxter Building on the Tri-State Fairgrounds, 3301 S.E. 10th Ave. Free; donations requested. 806-373-0713)

Mike Fuller: The Amarillo folk singer-songwriter will perform. (6:30 p.m. April 27, Pescaraz, 3415 S. Bell St., Suite K. No cover. 806-350-5430)

Chawn Cook & Sarah Adams: The Amarillo rock singers will perform. (7 p.m. April 27, The Handle Bar & Grill, 3415 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-803-9538)

Hilary Marie: The Amarillo singer-songwriter will perform. (7 p.m. April 27, Napoli's Italian Restaurant, 700 S. Taylor St. No cover. 806-220-2588)

James Owens: The Amarillo musician will perform. (7 p.m. April 27, Moondoggy's Pizza & Pub, 626 S. Polk St. No cover. 806-350-1400)

Jen Williams & The Potty Mouths: The Amarillo rock band will perform. (7 p.m. April 27, I Don't Know Sports Bar & Grill, 1301 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-331-7985)

Jim Gardner: The Amarillo pianist will perform. (7 to 9 p.m. April 27, Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $10 from 8 p.m. to midnight. 806-584-9571)

The Schilling Girls: The Amarillo country band will perform. (7 p.m. April 27, Off the Hook Seafood, 626 S. Polk St., Suite 200. No cover. 806-350-1400)

Amarillo Symphony: The orchestra will conclude its 94th season with Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 and Johannes Brahms' Tragische Ouvertüre. Guests include soprano Suzanne Ramo, alto Amanda Crider, tenor Dominic Armstrong, bass Jonathan Beyer, the Amarillo Master Chorale and the First Baptist Church Sanctuary Choir. (7:30 p.m. April 27, Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts, 500 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $16 to $55, plus fees. 806-376-8782)

The Gala: This Amarillo Little Theatre fundraiser will pump up the Hollywood glam with dinner and dancing. (7:30 p.m. April 27, Derrick Event Center, 814 S. Taylor St. Tickets $150; tables $500 and $1,250. 806-355-9991)

Heathers: The Musical: Head back to the high school from hell with TheatreAC's production of this musical based on the 1988 cult film. (7:30 p.m. April 27; continues through May 5. Amarillo College Experimental Theatre on the Washington Stret campus. Tickets $8 adults, $6 seniors, students and AC faculty/staff. 806-371-5359)

Tennessee Tuckness: The Amarillo folk singer-songwriter will perform. (7:30 p.m. April 27, The Drunken Oyster, 7606 S.W. 45th Ave. No cover. 806-418-6668)

Andy Chase: The Amarillo folk singer-songwriter will perform. (8 p.m. April 27, Metropolitan — A Speakeasy, 9181 Town Square Blvd. No cover. 806-242-0117)

Constellations in the Canyons: Astronomer Arthur Schneider will lead a star viewing party at Caprock Canyons(8:45 p.m. April 27, Caprock Canyons State Park, 850 Caprock Canyons State Park Road near Quitaque. Free with park admission of $4 adults, $2 seniors. 806-455-1492)

Esquire Jazz Band: The house band will perform. (7 to 9 p.m. April 27, Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $10 from 8 p.m. to midnight. 806-584-9571)

The A-Town Rockers: The Amarillo rock band will perform. (8 p.m. April 27, Smokey Joe's, 2903 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-331-6698)

Barn Noize: The Borger country band will perform. (9 p.m. April 20, Broken Spoke Lounge, 3101 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-373-9149)

Chino & The Strange Whiskey Band: The Amarillo country act will perform. (9 p.m. April 27, 6th Street Saloon, 609 S. Independence St. Cover $5 for guys and free for women. 806-356-0873)

Amarillo Underground: The DJs will spin. (10 p.m. April 27, RR Bar, 701 S. Georgia St. Free. 806-342-9000)

Pan Complex: The Amarillo punk band will perform with Honey Badger and Occupied(10 p.m. April 27, Leftwood's, 2511 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover $5. 806-367-9840)

The Santa Fe Band: The Texas traditionalist band will perform. (10 p.m. April 27, Whiskey River, 4001 S.W. 51st Ave. Cover $7 men, free women. 806-367-6163)

Vanilla Pop: The theatrical cover band will perform. (10 p.m. April 27, Golden Light Cantina, 2908 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover. 806-374-9237)

Jam Session: Sit in for a late-night sesh. (midnight April 28, Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $10 from 8 p.m. to midnight. 806-584-9571)

 

April 28

MC3 Team Roping: Cowboys will strut their stuff. (9 a.m. April 28, Amarillo National Center on Tri-State Fairgrounds, 3701 E. 10th Ave. Free. 806-376-7767)

Frank Demos: The Amarillo musician will perform. (11 a.m. April 28, The Drunken Oyster, 7606 S.W. 45th Ave. No cover. 806-418-6668)

World Pinhole Photography Day: Learn to make your own pinhole photos at this annual celebration. (Noon to 4 p.m. April 28, Amarillo College Parcells Hall Room 314 on the Washington Street campus. Free. 806-345-5654)

Yellow City Flea: The new, monthly curated craftsman/artisan market will return. (Noon to 4 p.m. April 28, Six Car Pub & Brewery, 625 S. Polk St. Free admission. 806-373-6613)

Dia del Nino: This family festival will feature a DJ, bounce houses, pinatas, games and more. (1 to 6 p.m. April 28, Thompson Park, 2401 Dumas Drive. Free. 806-220-4148)

FC Amarillo: The indoor soccer club will take on FC Wichita Falls in the season opener. (4 p.m. April 28, Amarillo Civic Center Complex Coliseum, 401 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $10.25 to $30.25, plus fees. 806-378-3096 or 806-350-7277)

The Outlaws: The Southern rock band will perform with Chris Duarte(5:30 p.m. April 28, Smokey Joe's, 2903 S.W. Sixth Ave. Tickets $25, plus fees. 806-331-6698) 

Monica Czauz: The concert organist will perform for the Friends of Aeolian-Skinner, Opus 1024 series. (7:30 p.m. April 28, St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 1601 S. Georgia St. Tickets $30 adults, $10 students. 806-376-6316, ext. 105)

Russian Music Festival: The third annual festival will feature dancers Arkadiy, Katya and Alexei Orohovsky with the West Texas A&M University Symphony Orchestra. (7:30 p.m. April 28, WT Branding Iron Theatre. Tickets $10. 806-651-2844)

 

April 29

If You Give a Mouse a Cookie: Kick off Children's Book Week with a cookie party based on Laura Numeroff's book. (6 p.m. April 29, Amarillo Public Library East Branch, 2232 E. 27th Ave. Free. 806-342-1589)

Kingdom Men Rising: No More Excuses: This faith-based documentary explores the concept of masculinity. (7 p.m. April 29; continues April 30. Regal UA Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd., and Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive)

Fact Pattern: The California doom metal band will perform on the Metal Mondays concert series with Sybotand Potione(9 p.m. April 29, Hoots Pub, 2424 Hobbs Road. Cover $5 ages 21 and older, $10 ages 18 to 21.)

 

April 30

Spring Is Popping Up All Over: Make flower-themed pop-up cards in this crafts activities for older children and adults. (1:30 p.m. April 30, Amarillo Public Library Downtown Branch, 413 S.E. Fourth Ave. Free. 806-378-3054)

Celebration of Stories: Enjoy games, activities and crafts designed around favorite books like Alice in Wonderland, The Wizard of Oz, Pete the Cat, A Series of Unfortunate Events and more. (4 to 5:30 p.m. April 30, Amarillo Public Library Northwest Branch, 6100 W. Ninth Ave. Free. 806-359-2035)

Johnny Reverb Holston: The Amarillo blues great will be featured on the FireSongs concert series. (7 p.m. April 30, Fire Slice Pizzeria, 7306 S.W. 34th Ave., Suite 10. No cover. 806-331-2232)

Kingdom Men Rising: No More Excuses: This faith-based documentary explores the concept of masculinity. (7 p.m. April 30, Regal UA Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd., and Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive)

Chad Miller: The West Texas singer will give an acoustic show. (8 p.m. April 30, Broken Spoke Lounge, 3101 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-373-9149)

Yellow City Comedy & Productions: Local standups will perform in this showcase. (9 p.m. April 30, RR Bar, 701 S. Georgia St. No cover. 806-342-9000)

 

Weekly entertainment

Sundays

Ace Rodriguez: The Amarillo rocker performs. (3 p.m., Smokey Joe's, 2903 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-331-6698)

Stew Moss: The ​Amarillo bluesman performs. (6 p.m., The Big Texan Steak Ranch, 7701 E. Interstate 40. No cover. 806-372-6000)

Kilo Road: The Amarillo band hosts an open-mic session. (7 p.m., Zombiez Bar & Grill, 711 S.W. 10th Ave. Cover. 806-331-7305)

B-Man's Karaoke at 6th Street Saloon: Sing along. (9 p.m., 6th Street Saloon, 609 S. Independence St. No cover. 806-356-0873)

Tejano Sundays: Amarillo DJ Bert Zuniga hosts this weekly showcase. (9 p.m., Western Horseman Club, 2501 E. Interstate 40. Cover $5 for men, free for women. 806-379-6555, ext. 2999)

 

Tuesdays

Tuesday Trivia: Weekly contests will test your knowledge in a variety of subjects. (6 p.m.; sign-up at 5 p.m., Recreation, 1512 Fifth Ave., Suite 103 in Canyon. Free. 806-656-0665)

Danny Ruiz: The Amarillo country singer hosts open-mic night. (6 to 9 p.m., J's Bar and Grill, 3130 S. Soncy, Suite 100. No cover. 806-358-2222)

El Trio Cortez: The Amarillo ​mariachi band performs weekly. (6 p.m., Acapulco Mexican Restaurant, 727 S. Polk St. No cover. 806-373-8889)

Andy Chase: The Amarillo folk singer-songwriter performs weekly. (6:30 p.m., 575 Pizzeria, 2803 Civic Circle. No cover. 806-322-5575)

Colten Wilcher: The Amarillo musician performs weekly. (7 p.m., Smokey Joe's, 2903 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-331-6698)

Jason Hodges: The Amarillo singer-songwriter performs weekly. (7 p.m., Bar 3 at Preston West Golf Course, 9101 S. Coulter St. No cover. 806-353-7003)

The Chino Show: The Amarillo musician hosts a weekly karaoke and open jam session. (8 p.m. most Tuesdays, Broken Spoke Lounge, 3101 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-373-9149)

B-Man's Karaoke at Buffalo Wild Wings: Sing along weekly. (9 p.m., Buffalo Wild Wings, 5416 S. Coulter Road. No cover. 806-359-4386)

DJ Grice: The Amarillo DJ spins weekly. (9 p.m., Whiskey River, 4001 S.W. 51st Ave. No cover. 806-367-6163)

Open Mic Night: Various Amarillo musicians host. (9 p.m., 6th Street Saloon, 609 S. Independence St. No cover. 806-356-0873)

#TakeMeBack Tuesdays: Amarillo's DJ Element hosts this weekly event. (10 p.m., Hoots Pub, 2424 Hobbs Road. No cover.)

 

Wednesdays

Andy Chase: The Amarillo singer-songwriter performs weekly. (6 p.m., Spicy Mike's Bar-B-Q Haven, 6723 S. Western St. No cover. 806-358-855)

Cowgirls and Cowboys Chuckwagon Dinners: Enjoy a dinner of brisket, beans, potato salad, fruit, dessert, biscuits and tea, plus cowboy entertainment and history, on the rim of Palo Duro Canyon State Park(6 p.m. March 13 to Sept. 25, Doves Rest Resorts, 10500 Lighthouse Trail. $39.99 per person, plus tax; children 3 and younger free, ages 4 to 8 half price. 806-557-8998)

The Solano Project: The Amarillo classic rock band performs at happy hour. (6 p.m., Smokey Joe's, 2903 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-331-6698)

Jackie Haney: The Amarillo classic rock singer performs. (6:30 p.m., Bracero's Mexican Bar & Grill, 2822 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-220-2395)

Buster Bledsoe: The Amarillo country singer host a weekly open-mic night. (7 p.m., Rounders Club, 2801 Virginia Circle. No cover. 806-352-3317)

Dana Hubbard: The Amarillo singer-songwriter performs for a weekly blues night. (7 p.m., Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $10 after 7 p.m. 806-584-9571)

Geeks Who Drink pub trivia: Join in on weekly trivia contests beginning Jan. 16. (7 p.m., Six Car Pub & Brewery, 625 S. Polk St. No cover. 806-576-3396)

The Chino Show: The Amarillo musician hosts a weekly karaoke and open jam session. (8 p.m., Throwbacks Sports Bar, 7150 S. Bell St. 806-418-4482)

Wicked Wednesdays: Amarillo DJs Frenzy and Sonny B spin. (8 p.m., Bodegas, 709 S. Polk St. Cover $2 after 11 p.m. 806-378-5790)

Old-School Jam Nights: DJ James Erik McMurry spins. (9 p.m., House Bar, 1219 S.W. 10th Ave. No cover. 806-677-6450)

B-Man's Karaoke at 6th Street Saloon: Sing along. (9 p.m., 6th Street Saloon, 609 S. Independence St. No cover. 806-356-0873)

DJ Element: The Amarillo DJ spins. (9 p.m., Guitars & Cadillacs, 3601 Olsen Blvd. No cover. 806-322-7979)

Duke Tracy's Karaoke: Sing your favorites. (9 p.m., Duke Tracy's, 3101 S.W. 26th Ave. No cover. 806-351-0757)

Lil T Karaoke: Belt it out. (Plus 212 Club, 212 S.W. Sixth Ave., on the last Wednesday of every month.) (9 p.m., Austin's Texas Pub, 3121 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-803-9063)

Open Mic Night: Thomas Thompson hosts this (mostly) weekly showcase. (9 p.m., The 806 Coffee + Lounge, 2812 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-322-1806)

DJ Grice: The Amarillo DJ spins most weeks. (Amarillo country singers Lee Scheetz and Eddie Siegel host occasional open mic nights.) (9 p.m., Whiskey River, 4001 S.W. 51st Ave. No cover. 806-367-6163)

Hoots Open Jams: Amarillo musicians Andrew Fox and Jordon McClain host Sticks & Picks every other week (April 10 and 24), alternating with hosts Lee Scheetz and Eddie Siegel (April 3 and 17). (9 p.m., Hoots Pub, 2424 Hobbs Road. No cover.)

 

Thursdays

Ace & Andy: The Solano Project members perform. (6 p.m., Smokey Joe's, 2903 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-331-6698)

Andy Chase: The ​Amarillo folk singer-songwriter performs. (6 p.m., Leal's, 1619 S. Kentucky St. No cover. 806-359-5959)

Tommy the Hacker: The Amarillo DJ spins. (6 p.m., Tacos Garcia, 1100 S. Ross St. No cover. 806-371-0477)

Buster Bledsoe: The Amarillo country singer hosts open-mic night. (7 p.m., Wild Bill's Fillin' Station, 3811 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-372-4500)

Kickshikers: The Amarillo country band performs. (7 p.m., Western Horseman Club, 2501 E. Interstate 40. Cover $5 for men, free for women. 806-379-6555, ext. 2999)

Songwriter Night: Daniel Davis of Fine & Dandy hosts this new weekly showcase scheduled to run through March 14. (7:30 p.m., Six Car Pub & Brewery, 625 S. Polk St. No cover. 806-576-3396)

Bowling Night: Amarillo's DJ RoRo spins. (8 p.m., Eastridge Lanes, 5405 E. Amarillo Blvd. Cover $10. 806-383-9531)

College Night: Amarillo's DJ Oni spins; people with college IDs get in free. (8 p.m., Bodegas, 709 S. Polk St. Cover. 806-378-5790)

Bert Zuniga: The Amarillo DJ spins. (9 p.m., Old Buster's Lounge, 2204 S.E. 24th Ave. No cover. 806-379-8100)

B-Man's Karaoke at Moondoggy's: Sing along. (9 p.m., Moondoggy's Pizza & Pub, 626 S. Polk St. No cover. 806-350-1400)

Karaoke Joe: Sing along. (9 p.m., Whiskey River, 4001 S.W. 51st Ave. No cover. 806-367-6163)

Duke Tracy's Karaoke: Sing your favorites. (9 p.m., Duke Tracy's, 3101 S.W. 26th Ave. No cover. 806-351-0757)

Open Mic: Amarillo country singer Tommy Davis hosts this event. (9 p.m., 6th Street Saloon, 609 S. Independence St. No cover. 806-356-0873)

Tejano Thursday: Dance to your favorite cumbia, norteño and other beats. (10 p.m., Throwbacks Sports Bar, 7150 S. Bell St. 806-418-4482)

 

Fridays

Stew Moss: The ​Amarillo bluesman performs. (6 p.m., The Big Texan Steak Ranch, 7701 E. Interstate 40. No cover. 806-372-6000)

Pete Y Los Releros: The mariachi band performs. (6:30 p.m., Bracero's Mexican Bar & Grill, 2822 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-220-2395)

Andy Chase: The ​Amarillo singer-songwriter performs. (7 p.m., Napoli's Italian Restaurant, 700 S. Taylor St. No cover. 806-220-2588)

El Trio Cortez: The Amarillo ​mariachi band performs. (7 p.m., Acapulco Mexican Restaurant, 727 S. Polk St. No cover. 806-373-8889)

Bert Zuniga: The Amarillo DJ spins. (9 p.m., Old Buster's Lounge, 2204 S.E. 24th Ave. No cover. 806-379-8100)

B-Man's Karaoke at Broken Spoke: Sing along with the Amarillo karaoke service. (9 p.m., Broken Spoke Lounge, 3101 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-373-9149) 

B-Man's Karaoke at Buckles Lounge: The popular Amarillo karaoke service also is featured here. (9 p.m., Buckles Lounge, 6800 E. Interstate 40. No cover. 806-379-8064)

B-Man's Karaoke at 6th Street Saloon: And here as well. (9 p.m., 6th Street Saloon, 609 S. Independence St. No cover. 806-356-0873)

DE Entertainment Karaoke: Sing to your heart's content. (9 p.m., The Handle Bar & Grill, 3415 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-803-9538)

DJ Chancho: The Amarillo DJ spins every other week for Ladies Night. (9 p.m., Mulligan's Pub, 2511 Paramount Blvd. Cover $5. 806-367-8428)

DJ RoRo: The Amarillo DJ spins. (9 p.m., Kicked Back, 521 S.E. 10th Ave. No cover. 806-418-8917)

DJ Noah: The Amarillo DJ spins. (9 p.m., The Gem, 2203 S. Austin St. No cover. 806-355-7838)

DJ Ted: The Amarillo DJ spins. (9 p.m., Western Horseman Club, 2501 E. Interstate 40. Cover $5 for men, free for women. 806-379-6555, ext. 2999)

DJ Tino D: The Amarillo DJ spins. (9 p.m., Lupita's Bar & Grill, 316 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-350-7705)

Duke Tracy's Karaoke: Sing your favorites. (9 p.m., Duke Tracy's, 3101 S.W. 26th Ave. No cover. 806-351-0757)

Lil T Karaoke at House Bar: Sing along. (9 p.m., House Bar, 1219 S.W. 10th Ave. No cover. 806-677-6450)

Noche Urbana: DJs Tino D and G will spin reggaeton, cumbia, hip hop and more. (9 p.m. Tejano Wild West, 1200 S.E. 10th Ave. No cover. 806-340-3313)

Pine Shed Karaoke: Sing along. (9 p.m., The Pine Shed, 5342 Canyon Dr. No cover. 806-352-2446)

All About Music: The DJ service spins. (10 p.m., Fast Eddie's, 1619 S. Kentucky St. No cover. 806-590-7235)

DJs: Dance to favorite tunes. (10 p.m., Throwbacks Sports Bar, 7150 S. Bell St. 806-418-4482)

 

Saturdays

Cowgirls and Cowboys Chuckwagon Breakfasts: Enjoy a early meal of egg cassarole, brisket, fruit, biscuits, coffee, juice and water, plus cowboy entertainment and history, on the rim of Palo Duro Canyon State Park(8:30 a.m. March 16 to Sept. 28, Doves Rest Resorts, 10500 Lighthouse Trail. $32.99 per person, plus tax; children 3 and younger free, ages 4 to 8 half price. 806-557-8998)

Stew Moss: The ​Amarillo bluesman performs. (6 p.m., The Big Texan Steak Ranch, 7701 E. Interstate 40. No cover. 806-372-6000)

James Owens: The Amarillo singer-songwriter performs most weeks. (7 p.m., Napoli's Italian Restaurant, 700 S. Taylor St. No cover. 806-220-2588)

Bert Zuniga: The Amarillo DJ spins. (9 p.m., Old Buster's Lounge, 2204 S.E. 24th Ave. No cover. 806-379-8100)

B-Man's Karaoke at Buckles Lounge: The popular service offers a variety of songs. (9 p.m., Buckles Lounge, 6800 E. Interstate 40. No cover. 806-379-8064)

B-Man's Karaoke at Mudd Rack: The popular service offers a variety of songs here, too. (9 p.m., The Mudd Rack, 500 E. Hastings Ave. No cover. 806-381-2599)

DE Entertainment Karaoke: Sing to your heart's content. (9 p.m., The Handle Bar & Grill, 3415 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-803-9538)

DJ Noah: The Amarillo DJ spins. (9 p.m., The Gem, 2203 S. Austin St. No cover. 806-355-7838)

DJ Tino D: The Amarillo DJ spins. (9 p.m., Lupita's Bar & Grill, 316 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-350-7705)

Duke Tracy's Karaoke: Sing your favorites. (9 p.m., Duke Tracy's, 3101 S.W. 26th Ave. No cover. 806-351-0757)

DJs: Dance to favorite tunes. (10 p.m., Throwbacks Sports Bar, 7150 S. Bell St. 806-418-4482)

 

Ongoing

  • Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument: The monument, about 35 miles north of Amarillo near Lake Meredith National Recreation Area, is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. Daily hikes with rangers are offered from 10 a.m. to noon; reservations requested. Admission is free. Call 806-857-6680.
  • Amarillo Botanical Gardens: The gardens, 1400 Streit Drive, are open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays through September, including Memorial Day, July 4 and Labor Day. Admission is $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children through eighth grade. Call 806-352-6513.
  • Amarillo Escape and Mystery: Attempt to escape a variety of themed locked rooms in 60 minutes at this attraction, 12208 Canyon Drive. It's open daily by reservation; games must be booked two hours in advance. Cost is $20, plus tax. Call 806-414-2382.
  • Amarillo Museum of Art: The museum, 2200 S. Van Buren St., will feature Amarillo College / West Texas A&M University Student / Faculty Exhibition from April 5 to 20. It's open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays and 1 to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Admission is free. Call 806-371-5050.
  • Amarillo Public Library: Look for daily events for children (and book clubs for adults) throughout the month at all branches. Call 806-378-3051.
  • Amarillo Railroad Museum: The museum, 3160 I Ave., is open 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Thursdays and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. the second and fourth Saturdays of the month. Call 806-335-3333.
  • Amarillo Rock Climbing House: The attraction, 500 S. Fannin St., is open 2 to 9 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 2 to 10 p.m. Fridays, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturdays and 1 to 8 p.m. Sundays. Call 806-418-2431.
  • Amarillo Suite Escape: Visitors can attempt to escape from three rooms with rotating themes at this attraction, 715 S. Lamar St. Hours are noon to 9:30 p.m. Thursdays and noon to 11 p.m. Fridays through Sundays, plus by appointment. Cost is $20, plus tax. Call 806-640-3831.
  • Amarillo Zoo: The zoo, 700 Comanchero Trail, is open 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, except for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Day, and Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Admission is $4 adults, $3 seniors and $2 children ages 3-12, and free on Monday. Call 806-381-7911.
  • American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum: The facility, 2601 E. Interstate 40, is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays (closed holidays). Admission is $7 adults, $5 seniors, $4 veterans, $3 children ages 6 to 18 and free for active-duty military and children 5 and younger. Call 806-376-4811. 
  • Arts in the Sunset: The galleries, 3701 Plains Blvd., are generally open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Admission is free. Call 806-353-5700.
  • Bill’s Backyard Classics: The classic car and truck museum, 5309 S. Washington St., is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. Admission is $10 for ages 13 and older. Call 806-373-8194.
  • Caprock Canyons State Park: The canyon, 850 Caprock Canyons State Park Road near Quitaque, is open daily. Park admission of $4 adults, $2 seniors. Call 806-455-1492.
  • Cerulean Gallery: The gallery, 814 S. Taylor St., is open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and by appointment Saturdays. Call 806-576-0063.
  • The Citadelle Art Museum: The Canadian art museum is located at 520 Nelson Ave. in Canadian. Hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. Admission is $10 adults, $8 seniors and free children 17 and younger. Call 806-323-8899.
  • Don Harrington Discovery Center: The center will feature Battle of the Titans through May 19. Located at 1200 Streit Drive, it's is open 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and noon to 4:30 p.m. Sundays throughout the summer. Admission is $11 adults, $8 children and students (to age 22), military and seniors. Call 806-355-9547.
  • Escape the Trap House: This escape-room attraction, 12851 Interstate 27, features rotating rooms in the old home of Chainsaw Massacre haunted house. It's open 5 to 11 p.m. Fridays, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturdays and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays. Admission is $25. Call 806-337-0749.
  • Extreme Laser Tag: Take aim at this indoor attraction, 2503 S.W. 45th Ave. Hours are 6 to 9 p.m. Thursdays, 6 to 10 p.m. Fridays, 2 to 10 p.m. Saturdays and 2 to 7 p.m. Sundays, or by appointment. Admission is $6, plus tax, per person per game; group rates available. Call 806-367-8954.
  • Harrington House: The historic home, 1600 S. Polk St., offers free tours on the half hour from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Call 806-374-5490.
  • Kwahadi Indian Museum: Celebrate the legacy of the Native American population on the Plains and the Kwahadi Dancers at this museum, 9151 E. Interstate 40. Admission $5 adults, $3 children. Hours are noon to 5 pm. Thursdays through Saturdays and 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays in June, July and August, and 1 to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays from September through May. Call 806-335-3175.
  • Lake Meredith National Recreation Area: The park, located 50 miles northeast of Amarillo near Fritch, is open 24 hours a day. The area also includes Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument. Admission is free. Call 806-857-3151.
  • Palo Duro Canyon State Park: The canyon, 12 miles east of Canyon on Texas Highway 217, is open daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Admission $5. Call 806-488-2227.
  • Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum: The museum, 2503 Fourth Ave. in Canyon, features Native Lifeways of the Plains through May and Cattle, Cowboys and Culture: Kansas City and Amarillo — Building an Urban West through Dec. 31. It's open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays to Saturdays and 1 to 6 p.m. Sundays from June through August. Admission is $10 adults, $9 seniors, $5 children and free for members and children younger than 4. Call 806-651-2244.
  • River Breaks Ranch: This attraction, 7802 Durrett Drive, offers sporting clays, team roping, horse racing and more. Call 806-374-0357.
  • Southern Light Gallery: The art gallery, located on the first floor of Ware Student Commons on Amarillo College's Washington Street campus, will feature Ting Huang's Hybrid Landscape through April 10 and Kim Garrison and Steve Radosevich's The Iron Camera Project: Stories of the Painted Desert from April 15 to May 8. It's open 7:30 a.m. to 8:50 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 7:30 a.m. to 4:50 p.m. Fridays and 2 to 5:50 p.m. Sundays. Call 806-345-5654.
  • Starlight Ranch Event Center: The event center's zip lines, a 10,000-square-foot maze, miniature golf and more are open 6 to 10 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays. It's located at 1415 Sunrise Drive. Zip line prices are $25 for first ride, $7 for additional rides. Maze price is $5 per walkthrough. Day passes are $50; night passes (7 p.m. to midnight) are $40. Call 806-683-7883.
  • Texas Air & Space Museum: The museum, 10001 American Drive, is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. Admission is free; donations accepted. Call 806-335-9159.
  • Texas Panhandle War Memorial: The memorial, 4101 S. Georgia St., is open 24 hours a day year-round. Admission is free. Call 806-353-3300 or 806-674-0495.
  • Wildcat Bluff Nature Center: The center, 2301 N. Soncy Road, is open daily from sunrise to sunset. Admission $4 adults, $3 seniors and children. Call 806-352-6007.
  • Wonderland Park: The park, 2601 Dumas Drive, will open its 68th season. Park hours vary throughout the spring and summer, so check their calendar for the most up-to-date information. Ultimate WOW passes are $31.95 to $39.95, plus tax; regular WOW passes are $16.95 to $24.95, plus tax. Spectator passes are $5, plus tax. Miniature golf is $5, plus tax; hours are 1 to 8 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday. Call 806-383-3344.
  • Xcape Room Warehouse: The escape room attraction, 714 S.E. 10th Ave., is open from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, 6 to 11 p.m. Fridays, noon to 11 p.m. Saturdays and noon to 8 p.m. Sundays; other times available by appointment. Admission $25. Call 806-353-6353.

 

 

Chip Chandler is a producer for Panhandle PBS and a member of GALECA. He can be contacted at Chip.Chandler@actx.edu, at @chipchandler1 on Twitter and on Facebook.