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Thoreau Bicentennial Statewide Read: Events at Jones Library
The Thoreau Bicentennial Statewide Read is being held during 2017, and all towns in the state are being encouraged to read a work by Thoreau and host programming about the continued relevance of his writings and legacy. For Adults: April 6 & May 11: Speakers will present programs on Thoreau. May & June: Special Collections will host […]
Learn MoreAutism Awareness Night: Thursday, April 13
Amherst-Pelham Regional Schools and SEPAC invite you to participate in Autism Awareness Night, Thursday April 13th 2017. Please see the attached flyers (English and Spanish) for additional information. Autism Awareness Night: April 13 Autism Awareness Night (Spanish)
Learn MoreCommunity Conversation: Wednesday, April 5
LEARN ABOUT THREATS TO THE SAFETY NET: A Community Conversation in collaboration with the Amherst League of Women Voters When: Wednesday, April 5, 6:30 – 8 p.m. Where: Amherst Survival Center, 138 Sunderland Road, North Amherst (on the #33 bus) Presenters: Michael Knapik, Director of Governor Baker’s Western MA Regional Office; Keith Barnicle, Regional Manager for Congressman Jim […]
Learn MoreAnnual Autism Conference: April 11
Each year, Autism Connections hosts this educational conference for individuals, family members, and professionals. Registration closes on March 31st. Register here! When April 11, 2017 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Where The Log Cabin, Holyoke, MA April is Autism Awareness month. It’s during this time each year that over 400 parents, educators, and professionals gather together […]
Learn MoreHost a NY Child for a Week This Summer
The Fresh Air Fund needs your help to provide free rural summer experiences for New York children from low-income communities. Why not host a child for a week this summer? He/she can discover local swimming holes, museums, hikes, zoos, foods and other summer activities. Plus your child can have a playmate for summer adventures—and a newfound appreciation for experiences such as running barefoot in the grass, playing with […]
Learn MoreWeather news for Friday
Due to the impending weather for Friday, March 31, the current plan is for the middle school, high school and South East Campus to be dismissed at 11:15 a.m. All elementary schools will be released at 12:15. There will be no school for the Crocker Farm Preschool Program. If the forecast changes and there is a need to cancel […]
Learn MoreMigratory Bird’s Egg Hunt at Fort River Division: April 15
The new Fort River Division of Silvio O. Conte Wildlife Refuge will be hosting monthly storybook hikes and other activities. First activity: the Migratory Bird’s Egg Hunt at Fort River Division. This is not your traditional egg hunt! Geographic Positioning Units (GPS) will be used to find eggs! Each colorful egg has a bird inside […]
Learn MoreYouth Field Hockey Clinic @ Amherst College: April 22
Date: Saturday, April 22 Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Ages: 3rd to 8th graders Location: Gooding Field, Amherst College Cost: $35. Please make check payable to “Amherst College Field Hockey” Mail check and attached waiver form to: Amherst College Field Hockey Office P.O. Box 5000, Amherst, MA 01002.
Learn MoreFamily Hip-Hop Open House: March 25
Join The Center Dance Studio on Saturday, March 25, for a fun, family-friendly morning of Hip Hop. Instructor Tiffy Joseph will teach three trial classes: 10AM – Family Hip Hop (ages 3.5-7; caregiver participation welcome!) 10:30 AM – Adult Hip Hop/Zumba Mash-up (no experience necessary!) 11AM – Kids Yoga (ages 5-8. In addition to being an amazing hip hop teacher, Tiffy […]
Learn MoreARPS PGO Received Florence Bank Grant Award
The Amherst Regional Public Schools PGO has been awarded its first Florence Bank Customers Choice grant award! The ARPS PGO is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit encompassing the PGOs from Crocker Farm, Wildwood, Amherst Regional Middle and High Schools. The award of $947 will be shared equally by the schools. Thank you to Florence Bank for […]
Learn MoreElection Day Food Drive
No matter how you vote in the town-wide election Tuesday, March 28, at the end of the day we all belong to the same community. Let’s help our neighbors in need by donating non-perishable food items at polling places throughout Amherst. From 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., look for the Amherst Survival Center food drive […]
Learn MoreMeet Our School Candidates: Thursday, March 23…
…and hang out for a PGO meeting. Pizza and child care will be provided! Please RSVP here.
Learn MoreInvite From Special Education Parent Advisory Board
Please consider attending an informal meeting to connect with others. A light dinner will be provided, so an RSVP would be helpful! When: Monday, March 20, 6 – 7 p.m. Where: Amherst Regional Middle School, Professional Development Room Agenda 6 – 6:30 p.m.: We will have an opportunity to connect with some candidates running for school committee. 6:30 […]
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