We love because He first loved us ~ 1 John 4:19
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Bragging time is finally here! Make sure you check out our Valentines.
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Valentine’s Day began as St. Valentine’s Day, a liturgical celebration of one or more early Christian saints named Valentinus. February 14th, Valentine’s, Day first became associated with romantic love during the High Middle Ages as the tradition of courtly love was then flourishing. During 18th century England, this day evolved into an occasion in which lovers expressed their love for each other by presenting flowers, offering confectionery and sending Valentine cards. Each year on February 14 we peruse the store shelves for the perfect gift or card for a loved one. According to Hallmark, more than 163 million cards—not including packaged kids’ valentines—are exchanged. And it’s not just an American phenomenon. Valentine’s Day is celebrated in Canada, Mexico, the United Kingdom, France, Australia, Italy and Denmark.
Happy Valentines Day!
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The Annual Chamber Awards Banquet will be March 5th. The theme for this year’s banquet will be 50’s and 60’s. They will be having a silent auction during the banquet. If you have an auction item that you would like to donate please call the Chamber and they will pick up the item. The funds made from the auction helps the chamber sponsor the extra activities through out the year. Your support is greatly appreciated.
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The Friona Chamber of Commerce is taking nominations for Man/Woman of the Year, Students of the Year, Employee of the Year, Educator of the Year and Citizen of the Year. Stop by the Chamber office to pick up a form to make your nominations or go to http://www.frionachamber.com/ to download the forms.
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For the month of February, a once-a-week workshop on grief will be offered at the home of Mark and Deirdre Osborn. The event will take place every Sunday at 7:00 p.m. at 903 Arrah Ave, Friona Tx. If you, a friend, or loved one has been struggling with a recent loss and desire to learn positive coping strategies to deal with grief then this workshop is one that will be worth attending. The workshop material will be presented from a generalist perspective and is faith-based. A small group setting will be utilized to enable an enhanced workshop learning experience. For more information, please call 806-265-5468 or email thecottoncart14@gmail.com
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Save the date! “Hi-Pro Feeds the Future” Annual Event on May 18 at the Country Rose.
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Friona High School will be having emergency responders (including helicopters, fire trucks, and ambulances) at the high school on Friday, February 22 from 8:00 a.m. through Noon participating in our Chieftain Choices College/Career/Health Fair.
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We would like to apologize for our mistake. The fire department will not stay until 11:30 p.m. at the High School but instead they will be there from 8:30 a.m. through 11:30 a.m.
The Senior Steak Dinner tickets are available. The event will be on Sunday, April 14 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. –at the Junior High Cafeteria. The cost of the tickets will be $15.00 Advance, and $16.00 Door. The proceeds will fund the Alcohol/Drug Free Graduation Celebration.
National Days for the Month of February; February 14 , National Organ Donor Day, National Ferris Wheel Day, National Cream-Filled Chocolates Day, Valentines Day. February 15, Singles Awareness Day and National Caregivers Day, No One Eats Alone Day. February 16, National Almond Day and National Do A Grouch a Favor Day. February 17, National Random Acts of Kindness Day and National Cabbage Day. February 18, National Battery Day, National Drink Wine Day, National Crab Stuffed Flounder Day and Presidents Day. February 19, National Vet Girls ROCK Day, National Lash Day, and National Chocolate Mint Day, February 20, National Cherry Pie Day, and National Love Your Pet Day
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If you are interested on buying Girl Scout cookies, you may contact Edna A Chaparro Aguirre via Facebook or you may stop by The Nutrition Spot on Main Street for your cookies!
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Amarillo, TX - Don Harrington Discovery Center (DHDC) has set Friday, February 22nd as the date for the next installment in its Discover After Dark event series. The DHDC is bringing back it’s popular Beerology event, but this time serving up a GRANDE size of Science on Tap! The 21 and over annual fundraiser will be held Friday February 22nd, from 7-10 p.m. Experience life After Dark as they tap into the science of beer at Beerology: Grande! Guests 21 & over will learn about beer chemistry and the physics of bar games, and participate in a schooner sized portion of beer related activities such as:Live music with A-Town Rockers, Plenty of Craft beer to go ’round!, Pub-inspired food and beer cooking demonstrations with Celebrity Chef Bud Andersen, Beer talks with Budweiser Distributing of Amarillo, Grown-up beer themed games including corn hole, putt-putt, a Stein Hoisting Competition, and Beer Pong, With lots of sweet swag for prizes, Beer-inspired crafts to display your creativity, Sample beers and visit with the guys from Pondaseta Brewing Co., Plus much more! Beerology for ages 21 and over will be held at the Discovery Center at 1200 Streit Drive from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Friday February 22nd. The number of tickets available is limited, and party-goers are required to purchase them in advance. DHDC member ticket prices are $40, non-member tickets are $50. Tickets include access to all activities, dinner, and an unlimited beer and wine bar. Purchases can be made online at www.dhdc.org or by calling (806) 355-9547 ext. 107.
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Southwest Parkinson Society is having a support group meeting every second Monday of the month at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Clovis Community College, main building room 101. Join the group to develop knowledge understanding Parkinson’s disease.
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Students will be having a four-day weekend on the 15 through the 18. They shall return back to school on the 19 to continue the schedule.
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President’s day will be on Monday, February 18!
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St. Teresa’s Catholic Church will be having their annual Mexican Dinner on Sunday, March 3, 2019. The event will be at 11:00 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the St. Teresa’s Parish Hall. The dinner will include; beef enchiladas, rice, beans, tacos, salsa, chips, dessert, tea, and coffee. Donations will be $12.00 for adults and $6 for children under 10. Take out plates will also be available.
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Standardized testing season is among us. This can be a stressful time for some kids, parents, and teachers, but a few things can be done to reduce that stress. Try minimizing the amount of sugar, processed and refined foods you consume—wholesome food will keep you feeling good and increase mental focus. Getting the right amount of sleep is also very important. Your body is restored and recharged the most during sleep, so be mindful of how much you are getting. Exercise will also benefit your mental health, whether it’s a session at the gym or a walk around the block. Last piece of advice I can give is to counter stressful situations with calming reactions. “You can’t always control what goes on outside, but you can control what goes on inside.”
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The Panhandle Chapter of Texas Master Naturalists will hold an open house Monday, February 25 from 6:30 to 7 p.m. at the Southwest Branch Library at 6801 SW 45th in Amarillo, preceding the organization’s regular monthly meeting.
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A Reagan Stowers Memorial Scholarship Fund has been established at Friona InterBank in his honor. Go by and see any of the tellers to make a donation.
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The Friona Chamber of Commerce needs your help. The Friona Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture’s Annual Banquet will be held on March 5, 2019 and this year’s theme is the Rockin 50’s. The Friona Chamber of Commerce is asking for donations. Your donations can be in the form of money or a prize to be auctioned at the event. There is no limit on the amount of money to donate. If you donate an item they ask that you give an approximate value t better help coordinate its auction. All donations need to be given to the Chamber before February 22, 2019. Businesses or individuals providing donations will be recognized and thanked for their generosity. For any questions, please call the Chamber at (806)250-3491.
