Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce
Newsletter
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IN YOUR CORNER
This week..
The holiday season is upon us and it is a great time to support our members - from our local Hampshire Mall to our downtown businesses and North and South village centers, we have many business owners who would welcome your patronage.
#SmallBusinessSaturday
is in full swing
today
and downtown parking is free on Saturday's for the holiday shopping season. Please shop small and local and bring big local benefit. It continues next Saturday with
Pack the Sack
!
Our Annual Lighting of the
Merry Maple
is this FRIDAY! Our TD Bank partners are excited to launch the event this year as Nate Davis, Amherst TD Bank Branch Manager shares,
" TD Bank is delighted to once again sponsor The Merry Maple, a true highlight of the holiday season not only in Amherst, but the entire Pioneer Valley. We look forward to joining the community for an evening of festive music, bright lights, and good cheer!"
We have plenty of merriment with music from the
Umass Marching Band
, the Amherst High School Chorale and Hurricane Singers, and new this year,
the DQ
A Capella from Amherst College! Santa arrives with the fire truck, horse-drawn wagon rides from
Muddy Brook Farm
are back, stories and crafts at
Strong House
, photos with Santa or Flakey, and
Atkins
Cider donuts and cider warms us right up. And without the
Amherst Business Improvement District
, there wouldn't be a lighting.
So come on over - it is a community event...for the kid in all of us!
Here's to ushering in the holiday season together.
Claudia Pazmany
Executive Director
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A
NNUAL LIGHTING OF THE MERRY MAPLE
It's here! Ring in the holiday season with this special celebration of light
THIS FRIDAY!
Amherst Regional High School Chorale and Hurricane Singers and welcoming
the DQ
A Capella Group of Amherst College.
Follow the event on
Facebook
for the full schedule!.
See you on Friday!
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YOU'RE INVITED!
OUR ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY IS BACK
Wednesday, December 12, 5-7pm
Presenting Sponsor,
PeoplesBank
is also back with a continued 'passion for what is possible' and we return to the beautiful space of AmherstWorks, right in the heart of our downtown to celebrate the year in merriment and community.
Music will surround us with selections by Stephen Page and delicious fare will make the festivities complete.
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NEW HOT DEAL!
MEMBERS ONLY
Resolution time is here!
From F45 Training at Hampshire Meadows
Our members at F45 Training at Hampshire Meadows have put together a terrific Resolution Package for Black Friday and have decided to honor it for all Chamber Members up until January 1st. Are you ready to get fit? Need motivation? This Resolution Package includes unlimited 45-minute sessions of personal training in a motivating group setting, 2 inbody scans, nutrition workshops, 8-week challenge, meal plans and results for YOU!
Reach out to Jessye or Dean at
:
deane@f45training.com
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Amherst BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
Brings Back Pack the Sack
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1st
20% off at over 30 participating businesses
Santa and Elf visit businesses with some live musical accompaniment.
Sacks
available at the Visitor's Information Center and participating businesses.
Check their
website
here for all updates and participating stores.
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AMHERST WOMAN'S CLUB
OPEN HOUSE
Saturday, December 1st, 10am -2 pm
The public is cordially invited to relax with a free cup of hot mulled cider, finger sandwiches and cookies - and to enjoy the Victorian-style festive decorations. Pack the Sack downtown, then sit and enjoy your surroundings at our historic house at 35 Triangle Street and find out more about the Woman's Club, established over 125 years ago.
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The Mill District
- The Mill District is
creating a walkable, shopable epicenter for community.
Commercial space available.
More information about the new chapter of the Mill District
HERE
.
The
Hampshire Mall
is kicking off the holiday season with extended Black Friday weekend hours and visits with Santa. Check out their website for hours.
New event at Hampshire Mall:
Santa Cares on Sunday, December 2, 10-11am.
Hampshire Mall has partnered with Cherry Hill Programs and
Autism Speaks
to provide a magical experience for all families this holiday season. Join us in Santa’s Village located in Center Court to meet and greet with Santa in a sensory friendly environment. Santa welcomes individuals of all ages and abilities! Visits with Santa are free. Photo packages that capture holiday memories will be available for purchase at the event. Pricing is available
here.
Families are encouraged to RSVP prior to the event at:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hampshire-mall-122-santa-cares-tickets-49959175238
Afterwards, families can join Cinemark for a sensory friendly showing of Dr. Suess’ The Grinch at 11:15am. Tickets can be purchased at the box office or ticket kiosks located in front of the theatre. Early Bird Pricing (for being the first matinee show of the day before 1pm) will apply, and tickets will cost $6.75 each.
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HOT DEALS
Any hot deals to heat up the Autumn Breezes?
All members are invited to share their hot deals for other members by logging into the
Amherst Area
website with the details or email details and graphics to: info@amherstarea.com
We will feature them on social media.
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STAY TUNED!
Annual Holiday Party
, Wednesday, December 12, AmherstWorks
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VISIT OUR MONTHLY CHAMBER CALENDAR
to stay up-to-date on all local community events.
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REGIONAL TOURISM PARTNERSHIP:
PROMOTING OUR REGION
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