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Amherst is a lively college town that is home to the University of Massachusetts as well as the Amherst College and the Hampshire College. It is located in the Connecticut River Valley in Western Massachusetts just north of Springfield and south of Greenfield just to the east of the Connecticut River.

Amherst's thriving downtown is full of culture! Museums - bookstores -galleries - antique shops - restaurants and lots of entertainment make the town an exciting place to see.

Visit the historic homes and well-known buildings including the home of Emily Dickinson and the Amherst History Museum at the Strong House. The Amherst common has many year-round local events including the Farmer's Market, Taste of Amherst, movies on the common, Fourth of July Fireworks, Teddy Bear Rally and more. Spend the day strolling the shops of downtown or bike the 8 mile Norwottock Rail Trail or enjoy the gorgeous scenery of this picturesque area.

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Massachusetts Minutemen vs Providence Friars
When: Feb 11, 2012 7 PM in Amherst, Massachusetts (Sat, 11 Feb 2012 19 )
Massachusetts Minutemen vs Merrimack Warriors
When: Mar 2, 2012 7 PM in Amherst, Massachusetts (Fri, 02 Mar 2012 19 )
Avicii
When: Jan 31, 2012 7 PM in Amherst, Massachusetts (Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19 )
Miranda Lambert with Chris Young, Jerrod Niemann
When: Feb 16, 2012 7 PM in Amherst, Massachusetts (Thu, 16 Feb 2012 19 )
Massachusetts Minutemen vs Rhode Island Rams
When: Mar 3, 2012 1 PM in Amherst, Massachusetts (Sat, 03 Mar 2012 13 )
Massachusetts Minutemen vs St. Louis Billikens
When: Jan 28, 2012 1 PM in Amherst, Massachusetts (Sat, 28 Jan 2012 13 )
Massachusetts Minutemen vs New Hampshire Wildcats
When: Feb 25, 2012 7 PM in Amherst, Massachusetts (Sat, 25 Feb 2012 19 )
Massachusetts Minutemen vs New Hampshire Wildcats
When: Feb 24, 2012 7 PM in Amherst, Massachusetts (Fri, 24 Feb 2012 19 )
Massachusetts Minutemen vs St. Bonaventure Bonnies
When: Feb 8, 2012 1 PM in Amherst, Massachusetts (Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13 )
Massachusetts Minutemen vs Xavier Musketeers
When: Feb 21, 2012 1 PM in Amherst, Massachusetts (Tue, 21 Feb 2012 13 )
Massachusetts Minutemen vs Merrimack Warriors
When: Feb 4, 2012 7 PM in Amherst, Massachusetts (Sat, 04 Feb 2012 19 )
Massachusetts Minutemen vs La Salle Explorers
When: Feb 18, 2012 1 PM in Amherst, Massachusetts (Sat, 18 Feb 2012 13 )
Rusko
When: Feb 10, 2012 7 PM in Amherst, Massachusetts (Fri, 10 Feb 2012 19 )
Massachusetts Minutemen vs Umass Lowell Riverhawks
When: Jan 27, 2012 7 PM in Amherst, Massachusetts (Fri, 27 Jan 2012 19 )
Fashion Design Group
Join our group of designers with sewing machines from all walks of life to work on your seasonal lines of clothing! I love to work around people when I am sewing like a maniac. Bring your sewing machine, fabric, needles, bobbins, stereo and your friends! Trade fabric, DONT SPEND MONEY! Have a great time! this event is ongoing and times of meeting are variable.Contact the administrator to submit your schedule. Put "Couture" in the subject line. mollyt@student.umass.edu

When: Jan 27, 2012 12 AM in Amherst, Massachusetts (Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00 )
Students Of Tyson Peelle Recital

Location: LG. Meeting Room

When: Apr 29, 2012 1 PM to Apr 29, 2012 5 PMin Amherst, Massachusetts (Sun, 29 Apr 2012 13 )
Preschool Storytime
Children's story time involving stories, finger plays and song.

When: Feb 2, 2012 10 AM to Feb 2, 2012 11 AMin Amherst, Massachusetts (Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10 )
ACTSMART IMPROV
Open to the public.
Location: LG. Meeting Room

When: Mar 15, 2012 3 PM to Mar 15, 2012 5 PMin Amherst, Massachusetts (Thu, 15 Mar 2012 15 )
Wolfman Conspiracy
We are kicking off the beginning of the spring semester at the new ABC. The ABC is debuting their new monthly Saturday reggae night and we are the main course.

When: Jan 28, 2012 8 PM in Amherst, Massachusetts (Sat, 28 Jan 2012 20 )
MCAT Advantage Course - On Site
With your busy schedule, do you need to be focused and efficient with the time you have to prep? MCAT Advantage Course is perfect for students who want comprehensive prep in a structured classroom setting. It's the nation's most popular prep choice for the MCAT. What Makes MCAT Advantage Unique? - Convenient schedules-choose the schedule that best meets your demanding schedule - Personal attention combined with an interactive group setting - Comprehensive and motivational instruction from Kaplan's renowned MCAT faculty - Complete access to your local Kaplan Center Course Structure Kaplan's MCAT Advantage Course is designed for the student whose schedule demands focused and efficient prep and flexible schedule options. The course includes 54 classroom instructional hours and 32 testing hours spread across 24 sessions. With our MCAT Advantage Course, you'll benefit from comprehensive instruction from a dynamic, high-scoring instructor. And as a Kaplan student, you can be confident your instructor is high trained and supported by a vast network of academic advisors, student advisors, and curriculum specialists. It's all part of the Kaplan difference.

When: Feb 12, 2012 12 AM to May 20, 2012 12 AMin Amherst, Massachusetts (Sun, 12 Feb 2012 00 )
MCAT Advantage Course - On Site
With your busy schedule, do you need to be focused and efficient with the time you have to prep? MCAT Advantage Course is perfect for students who want comprehensive prep in a structured classroom setting. It's the nation's most popular prep choice for the MCAT. What Makes MCAT Advantage Unique? - Convenient schedules-choose the schedule that best meets your demanding schedule - Personal attention combined with an interactive group setting - Comprehensive and motivational instruction from Kaplan's renowned MCAT faculty - Complete access to your local Kaplan Center Course Structure Kaplan's MCAT Advantage Course is designed for the student whose schedule demands focused and efficient prep and flexible schedule options. The course includes 54 classroom instructional hours and 32 testing hours spread across 24 sessions. With our MCAT Advantage Course, you'll benefit from comprehensive instruction from a dynamic, high-scoring instructor. And as a Kaplan student, you can be confident your instructor is high trained and supported by a vast network of academic advisors, student advisors, and curriculum specialists. It's all part of the Kaplan difference.

When: Sep 14, 2011 12 AM to Mar 21, 2012 12 AMin Amherst, Massachusetts (Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00 )
Jim Antal Preaching in Amherst
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When: Jan 29, 2012 10 AM in Amherst, Massachusetts (Sun, 29 Jan 2012 10 )
Multi-Arts
"Living History" Frozen Charlotte Doll. Premier theater show about a Historical story of 1840- For children, by children. Open to the public.
Location: LG. Meeting Room

When: Mar 24, 2012 3 PM to Mar 24, 2012 5 PMin Amherst, Massachusetts (Sat, 24 Mar 2012 15 )
Room in Use

Location: LG. Meeting Room

When: Feb 12, 2012 1 PM to Feb 12, 2012 4 PMin Amherst, Massachusetts (Sun, 12 Feb 2012 13 )
Mixed Media
Private group: Not open to the public.

When: Jun 8, 2012 10 AM to Jun 8, 2012 12 PMin Amherst, Massachusetts (Fri, 08 Jun 2012 10 )
Mixed Media
Private group: Not open to the public.

When: May 18, 2012 10 AM to May 18, 2012 12 PMin Amherst, Massachusetts (Fri, 18 May 2012 10 )
Mixed Media
Private group: Not open to the public.

When: Mar 16, 2012 10 AM to Mar 16, 2012 12 PMin Amherst, Massachusetts (Fri, 16 Mar 2012 10 )
Valleywood Production
How to get $ from the bank with out really trying. Open to the public.
Location: AMHERST ROOM

When: Apr 1, 2012 1 PM to Apr 1, 2012 3 PMin Amherst, Massachusetts (Sun, 01 Apr 2012 13 )
Valleywood Production
How to get $ from the bank with out really trying. Open to the public.
Location: AMHERST ROOM

When: Apr 15, 2012 1 PM to Apr 15, 2012 3 PMin Amherst, Massachusetts (Sun, 15 Apr 2012 13 )
Last Day for Arnold Exhibit in Burnett Gallery
Ms. Arnold works in oils both en plein air and in the studio. Her work will be on display at the Burnett Gallery of the Jones Library in Amherst from February 2 through February 28, 2012. For more info and directions: www.joneslibrary.org/burnett; (413)259-3090.
Location: Burnett Gallery

When: Feb 28, 2012 9 AM to Feb 28, 2012 9 PMin Amherst, Massachusetts (Tue, 28 Feb 2012 09 )
Black Sheep Café - Open Mike
Open Mike (music, poetry)
Every Other Thursday at 6pm

When: Feb 2, 2012 12 AM in Amherst, Massachusetts (Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00 )
Housing For All
Open to the public.
Location: AMHERST ROOM

When: Feb 8, 2012 10 AM to Feb 8, 2012 12 PMin Amherst, Massachusetts (Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10 )
Girl Scouts Troop 11108
Open to members only.
Location: AMHERST ROOM

When: Feb 12, 2012 3 PM to Feb 12, 2012 4 PMin Amherst, Massachusetts (Sun, 12 Feb 2012 15 )
Conversation Circle
Conversation practice for English language learners. For intermediate-level speakers of English (as determined by the conversation circle leader). Open to international visitors as well as immigrants.
Location: AMHERST ROOM

When: Jan 27, 2012 10 AM to Jan 27, 2012 11 AMin Amherst, Massachusetts (Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10 )
University Orchestra, Chamber Choir & Chorale
UNIVERSITY ORCHESTRA, CHAMBER CHOIR & CHORALE

Vince Lee, conductor
Yevgeny Kutik, guest violinist

Debussy: Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun, Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto & Borodin: Polovtsian Dances from Prince Igor



When: Mar 30, 2012 12 AM to Mar 30, 2012 12 AMin Amherst, Massachusetts
Cost: $3 UMass students; $5 other students, children, seniors; $10 general public (Fri, 30 Mar 2012 00 )
Jazz Ensemble I & Studio Orchestra
JAZZ ENSEMBLE I & STUDIO ORCHESTRA

Felipe Salles, director

Guest soloist: Jovino Santos Neto, Brazilian pianist extraordinaire

Compositions by Jazz Composition Students, Felipe Salles & Jovino Santos Neto




When: Apr 10, 2012 12 AM to Apr 10, 2012 12 AMin Amherst, Massachusetts
Cost: $3 UMass students; $5 other students, children, seniors; $10 general public (Tue, 10 Apr 2012 00 )
Ernie Watts & Friends
ERNIE WATTS & FRIENDS

Ernie Watts, saxophone, with combo & Jazz Ensemble I, Jeffrey W Holmes, director



When: Mar 31, 2012 12 AM to Mar 31, 2012 12 AMin Amherst, Massachusetts
Cost: Price: (Sat, 31 Mar 2012 00 )
31st Annual Jazz Showcase
March 8 Thursday

31st ANNUAL JAZZ SHOWCASE: Spotlight on New Orleans

Special guests: Washboard Chaz Blues Trio

Ensembles: Jazz Ensemble I, Chapel Jazz, Jazz Lab & Vocal Jazz

Directors: Thomas Giampietro, Jeffrey W. Holmes, Catherine Jensen-Hole, Felipe Salles, David Sporny, Jon C. Gardner & Micah Maurio



When: Mar 8, 2012 12 AM to Mar 8, 2012 12 AMin Amherst, Massachusetts
Cost: $3 UMass students; $5 other students, children, seniors; $10 general public (Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00 )
27th Annual High School Honor Band
Feb. 11 Saturday

27th Annual High School Honor Band

Featuring the finest wind & percussion musicians in New England/Northeast
James Patrick Miller, conductor
Travis J. Cross, Virginia Tech University, guest composer/conductor

7pm Fine Arts Center Concert Hall No charge



When: Feb 11, 2012 12 AM to Feb 11, 2012 12 AMin Amherst, Massachusetts
Cost: Event is free. (Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00 )
Amherst Historical Society Founders Day Celebration

Location: LG. Meeting Room

When: Feb 11, 2012 2 PM to Feb 11, 2012 4 PMin Amherst, Massachusetts (Sat, 11 Feb 2012 14 )
Piano Party
Student Piano Recital. Open to the public.
Location: LG. Meeting Room

When: Jun 21, 2012 5 PM to Jun 21, 2012 7 PMin Amherst, Massachusetts (Thu, 21 Jun 2012 17 )
ACTSMART IMPROV Company
Performance by the ACTSMART IMPROV COMPANY
Location: LG. Meeting Room

When: Mar 22, 2012 3 PM to Mar 22, 2012 5 PMin Amherst, Massachusetts (Thu, 22 Mar 2012 15 )
Puerto Rico Association Of Amherst
Opn to the public.
Location: AMHERST ROOM

When: Mar 24, 2012 12 PM to Mar 24, 2012 2 PMin Amherst, Massachusetts (Sat, 24 Mar 2012 12 )
Jubilat

Location: Trustees' Room

When: Apr 1, 2012 2 PM to Apr 1, 2012 4 PMin Amherst, Massachusetts (Sun, 01 Apr 2012 14 )
Jewish Teen Programming Registration (for JTOV, JCAT, Rosh Hodesh, JVCorps, & mailing list)

Register NOW for Teen Programming for 2011-2012!

You can register on this page for any of the following programs:

JTOV: Jewish Teens Of the Valley is a collective of Upper Pioneer Valley teens from Beit Ahavah, Congregation B'nai Israel, Jewish Community of Amherst, Temple Israel of Greenfield and unaffiliated teens. JTOV hosts the monthly Rosh Hodesh groups, as well as other regional events, such as the Gleaning Project & Dreidel Dance. By adding your name to the mailing list, you will be sure to hear about upcoming events!

Rosh Hodesh: it's a girl thing! is a fun, interactive program for Jewish girls that uses creative activities such art, drama, small discussions and creative movement to make Judaism more "real" and relevant for you. Girls meet once a month to talk, be heard, think, discover, eat, listen, create-and hang out with other Jewish girls their age. (Parents are not allowed at regular meetings!) Rosh Hodesh is sponsored by JTOV and will will have two groups for 2011-12 led by our fabulous faciliators: Amy Epstein for 7/8th grade & Becky Lederman for 9/10th grade.

JVCorps: Jewish Volunteer Corps for Teens allows teens to volunteer at the Amherst Survival Center (once a month on a Thursday) to prepare, serve, and clean-up a meal for the visitors. Teens can volunteer as often or infrequent as they are able. Teens can volunteer for the early slot (3:45-5:30pm) or late slot: (5:15-7:00pm). Sessions are chaperoned by a trained Madrich(a) (assistant in 11th or 12th grade) and parent volunteers. Register for this program if you are interested in being able to volunteer during the 2011-12 year. This program is sponsored y the JCA and open to any interested teen (you do not need to be a member of the JCA) in grades 7 and above. All donations are used to provide food for meals at the Center.

JCAT: Jewish Community of Amherst Teen group hosts monthly programs at the JCA, in the Pioneer Valley, and outside of Western Massachusetts. Past programming has included White Water Rafting, Movie Nights, Overnights, Rosh Hashana Teen Services, Chocolate making, and more! This program is sponsored by the JCA and open to any interested teen in grades 7-9 (you do not need to be a JCA member to join). JCAT members can attend programs for free and/or significant discount (depending on the program).



When: Jan 27, 2012 1 PM in Amherst, Massachusetts
Cost: JTOV (Jewish Teens Of the Valley) is a collective of Upper Valley teens. Join the mailing list to make sure you hear about upcoming programs and events. Add me to JTOV Mailing List 0.00

Registration for 2011-12 Rosh Hodesh groups at last year's price! Registration prices will increase starting July 1, 2011. Sponsored by JTOV. Two groups will run in 2011-12: Amy Epstein's 7th/8th grade group and Becky Lederman's 9th/10th grade group. NEW MEMBERS WELCOME! Rosh Hodesh: It's A Girl Thing groups (2011-12)- Sliding scale: $36-$72

Register to volunteer at the Amherst Survival Center to help prepare, serve, and clean up a meal on a Thursday night. Sponsored by the JCA and open to any interested teen in grades 7 and above. JVCorps: Jewish Volunteer Corps for Teens @ Amherst Survival Center 0.00

Your donation will be used to prepare a meal for the visitors at the Amherst Survival Center. Sponsor-a-Meal at the Amherst Survival Center: Requested donation $18-36.

Register for the Jewish Community of Amherst Teen Group! Early Bird discount until July 31st, 2011. Sponsored by the JCA and open to teens in grades 7-9. JCAT hosts monthly events and membership allows you to attend for free (for on-site programs) or at discount (for off-site programs). JCAT (Jewish Community of Amherst Teens) Membership: Early Bird Discount 36.00

Sponsored by JTOV. Two groups will run in 2011-12: Amy Epstein's 7th/8th grade group and Becky Lederman's 9th/10th grade group. NEW MEMBERS WELCOME! Rosh Hodesh: It's A Girl Thing groups (2011-12)- Sliding scale: $52-90

Register for the Jewish Community of Amherst Teen Group! Sponsored by the JCA and open to teens in grades 7-9. JCAT hosts monthly events and membership allows you to attend for free (for on-site programs) or at discount (for off-site programs). JCAT (Jewish Community of Amherst Teen Group) Membership 52.00

Your donations help to support our programming and allow us to offer programming to teens in need. Teen Scholarship Fund

(Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13 )
Evan Wecksell
RUSH THETA CHI Show @ OX 496 N Pleasant St, Amherst, MA

When: Feb 1, 2012 7 PM in Amherst, Massachusetts (Wed, 01 Feb 2012 19 )
Round The World Women

Location: LG. Meeting Room

When: May 22, 2012 9 AM to May 22, 2012 12 PMin Amherst, Massachusetts (Tue, 22 May 2012 09 )
EDIS Poetry Discussion
The Amherst chapter of the Emily Dickinson International Society welcomes the public to their discussion of Emily's poems.
Location: AMHERST ROOM

When: Feb 3, 2012 2 PM to Feb 3, 2012 3 PMin Amherst, Massachusetts (Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14 )
ESL Tutor Training

Location: AMHERST ROOM

When: Feb 7, 2012 6 PM to Feb 7, 2012 9 PMin Amherst, Massachusetts (Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18 )
League of Women Voters

Location: LG. Meeting Room

When: Feb 1, 2012 12 PM to Feb 1, 2012 2 PMin Amherst, Massachusetts (Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12 )

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