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Upcoming Events at Crocker Farm
You are invited to attend 2 wonderful events happening at Crocker Farm within the next week. Te invitamos a asistir a 2 eventos maravillosos que van a suceder en Crocker Farm la próxima semana. 1. Thursday, January 10: Come enjoy an hour of music as our talented band and orchestra perform. The concert begins at 6:30 pm. All performers are requested to arrive at 6 p.m. to prepare. Following the concert is an ice-cream celebration for all performers. Please bring a non-perishable food item if you would like to contribute to the food drive for the Amherst Survival Center. 1. Jueves 10 de enero de 2019: Venga ...
Food Drive for Survival Center
Orchestra teacher Heather O'Mara has organized a food drive for the Amherst Survival Center to take place at both the Crocker Farm orchestra concert (January 10, 6:30 p.m.) and the Wildwood orchestra concert (January 11, 6:30 p.m.). Non-perishable food items are welcome. Thank you
Exploratory Day of the Arts
Multi-Arts invites children to join in an exploratory day of the Arts on January 21 (Martin Luther King Jr. Day). Children will work with professional artists exploring different types of art, dance, creating stories, mime, and more. A day of immersion in the arts is valued at $75, but families can pay by DONATION! For families of children at Amherst schools, Multi-Arts is offering an extra day of immersion in the arts, January 22 (schools closed for curriculum day), for $75. Financial aid is available Limited space. Register now: www.multi-arts.org Place: Immanuel Lutheran Church, Amherst • Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.Crocker Farm Band & Orchestra Ice Cream Social: Thursday, Jan. 10
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! Or at least, our kids do. It seems that the ice cream request from our music teachers didn’t make it home to most parents. So this is a call to recruit parent volunteers to make sure the ice cream costs and coordination don’t fall to […]
Learn MoreUpcoming Events at Crocker Farm
You are invited to attend 2 wonderful events happening at Crocker Farm within the next week. Te invitamos a asistir a 2 eventos maravillosos que van a suceder en Crocker Farm la próxima semana. 1. Thursday, January 10: Come enjoy an hour of music as our talented band and orchestra perform. The concert begins at 6:30 pm. All […]
Learn MoreFood Drive for Survival Center
Orchestra teacher Heather O’Mara has organized a food drive for the Amherst Survival Center to take place at both the Crocker Farm orchestra concert (January 10, 6:30 p.m.) and the Wildwood orchestra concert (January 11, 6:30 p.m.). Non-perishable food items are welcome. Thank you
Learn MoreExploratory Day of the Arts
Multi-Arts invites children to join in an exploratory day of the Arts on January 21 (Martin Luther King Jr. Day). Children will work with professional artists exploring different types of art, dance, creating stories, mime, and more. A day of immersion in the arts is valued at $75, but families can pay by DONATION! For families of children […]
Learn MoreWhen we give cheerfully and accept gratefully, everyone is blessed – Maya Angelou
We’ve had many events and fundraisers this year, and we want to thank everyone who donated their time and resources to help, and everyone who joined in on the fun! Despite the threat of rain, the Welcome Back Party had a huge attendance and a great time was had by all. Open House gave parents, guardians, teachers and staff […]
Learn MoreNext Steps for Farm-to-School Program
The district’s Farm-to-School work that began at the start of this school year is ready to move into the next phase. Expanding on the essential relationships with local farmers, strong in-house food services program, and school garden program, the aim is to work together toward the vision of “Building a stronger, healthier community through diversity, food access […]
Learn MoreRecycling 101 @ Jones Library: Saturday, Jan. 5
Are you confused about what you can and cannot recycle? Why are there suddenly so many more recycling rules? What is recycling “contamination”? How can we all create less waste? Mimi Kaplan, the Waste Reduction Enforcement Coordinator in Amherst, has answers to all these questions and more. Feel free to bring any items about which […]
Learn MoreWinterFest Amherst 2019
WinterFest Amherst 2019 is back with 8 Days and 7 Nights of winter fun and over 35+ events! The festival kicks off Saturday, February 2 and runs through February 9, 2019. Mark your calendars and attend the Pioneer Valley’s largest winter carnival! https://events.time.ly/km0oyff?view=tile&fbclid=IwAR1R1u6JgT1U9nxXQPq_Y7d2d8CxOe5M_RtNxV1RcpA07-a7_iZJren_75E
Learn MoreVote for your Fave Holiday Window
Which window will reign supreme this holiday season? Cast your vote! Choose your favorite from the list and remember to fill out the form, as one random voter will win $50 to the participating business of their choice. Happy Holidays! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DFYZYFD?fbclid=IwAR1-iUundbEsUnnTrQurbUMLTD6XxhtoQMhb6SG42KPlnEd77-Ez8mb5504
Learn MoreWinter Activities for Children
Never fear…help is here! Check out all the fun activities available for your children during the winter season.
Learn MoreJones Library Holidays at Hogwarts: Thursday, Dec. 20
Calling all Harry Potter fans…. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate with like-minded friends!!!
Learn MoreSuccessful Coat Drive: Thank You!
Dear Crocker Farm Families, This year’s coat drive was a great success once again. Thank you all for your generous donations, which included many top brands and almost-new clothes. A big shout-out to our volunteers who set up and ran the “store.” This is a wonderful Crocker Farm tradition, which we hope to continue for many […]
Learn MoreAEF Stars in Our Schools
Not sure what to get your favorite teachers and/or staff this holiday season? Consider recognizing them with a gift in their honor!!!
Learn MoreThird Annual 2-Day Ski & Winter Gear Sale
Pre-Season Consignment Event for the Amherst Historical Society’s Third Annual 2-Day Ski & Winter Gear Sale Selling gently used ski equipment at the historical society’s two-day sale has grown so popular, we are hosting a special Pre-Season Consignment Event to accommodate everyone wanting to sell their gently used ski and winter gear. The Pre-Season Consignment Event is on Thursday, December 13, 2018, […]
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