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Auditions for Peter Pan: March 4, 4:15-6:15 p.m.
Auditions will be held for the Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT) musical production of THE PIED PIPER on Monday, March 4, at the Amherst Middle School Cafeteria from 4:15 pm to 6:15 p.m. All those auditioning should arrive at 4 p.m. and plan to stay for the full two hours. Some of those cast in the show will be asked to stay for a rehearsal immediately following the auditions. What do you do when your town is overrun by ravenous rats? Sara, an orphan girl, and the other Townspeople of Hamelin Town turn to the Mayor of Hamelin and the Council when their ...
Vacation Week Events @ Jones Library
Family Movie Matinee & Crafternoon: Feb 20, 2-5 p.m., Woodbury Room (Movie license doesn’t allow library to advertise the title, but the movie is Ratatouille, rated G.) 2-3 p.m.: craft a paper collage feast • 3 p.m.: movie Feed the Birds Drop-in Activity: Feb. 21, 3-4 p.m., Crafts Room Make a simple craft and healthy snack for our feathered friends! Lego Club (ages 5-10): Feb, 22, 3-4:30 p.m., Woodbury Room Use our library LEGO collection to engineer and build a cool creation. We’ll conclude vacation week by kicking off our annual Children’s Music series with a performance by The Nields! More information can be found on the library website.
Daffodil Run/Walk: Sunday, April 28, 10 a.m.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hampshire County is partnering with Hampden County to host the 9th annual Daffodil 5K & 10K on Sunday, April 28, at 10 a.m. in Kendrick Park. This event helps BBBS promote awareness of the organization and the positive community impact that it has! It is a family-friendly event that is great for all ages because there are many outdoor activities like dancing, corn hole, and a bounce house. All participants receive a complimentary lunch, and if registered by April 1, a free t-shirt! Registration Fees & Deadlines Early Bird Rates January 7 - March 15: 5K Run/Walk - ...New School Nutrition Services website
ARPS has a new School Nutrition Services website. Parents can sign up to have menus emailed weekly and read more about the program.
Learn MoreYEARBOOK Photos Needed
The Sixth Grade and PGO are looking for candid photos taken at events (MLK assembly, field day, concerts, performances, Shea on the Roof, etc) from the 2018-2019 school year for the yearbook. If you have any to share, please email them to: yearbookcrocker@gmail.com Keep this in mind as the year progresses, and email any photos of events through […]
Learn MoreCrocker 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.
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