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Sleighbell Fair Is On!
Amherst South Congregational Church Sleighbell Fair is on – online!
Read MoreThe Merry Maple Lights the End of 2020
The tradition continues in Amherst! The annual lighting of the Merry Maple will once again brighten up our downtown with a livestream of Santa arriving to flick the switch. In an effort to keep us all healthy and safe, our program is going virtual!
Read MoreMA Small Business Grant Opportunities through MGCC
MA Small Business Recovery Grants Administered through MGCC
Read MoreRegional Small Business COVID Recovery Grants Program
Pioneer Valley Planning Commission has been awarded federal funds through the CARES Act to support local small businesses hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read MoreAmherst Small Business COVID Recovery Grants Program
Amherst Small Business COVID Recovery Grants Program The town of Amherst has been awarded federal funds through the CARES Act to support local small businesses hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. Valley Community Development Corporation will act as Program Administrator for the application and selection process to award one-time grants up to $10,000 for businesses…
Read More2020 Virtual Legislative Breakfast
2020 Virtual Legislative Breakfast Thank you to Congressman McGovern, Senators Comerford and Lesser, and Representatives Blais, Carey, and Domb for taking the time to share a bit with members of our community. Their words served as wind in their sails of our members to keep fighting the good fight. Their steadfast commitment to our region…
Read MoreA Balancing Act: Working While Parenting
A Balancing Act: Working While Parenting Working from home? Are your children learning from home? Remote work and school has had a tremendous impact on Amherst area workers and families and the weight is disproportionately borne by mothers. In some cases, it is even forcing mothers, in particular, to make the decision of whether or…
Read MoreWestern Mass Delegation to Speak at Chamber Legislative Breakfast
Western Mass Delegation to Speak at Chamber Legislative Breakfast The Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Legislative Breakfast — Virtual Edition An opportunity to hear directly from the leaders that represent the Amherst area in Congress and on Beacon Hill. Our discussion will focus on government response to the COVID-19 public health crisis and economic…
Read MorePivoting in a Time of Uncertainty
​A Panel Discussion on Creating New Opportunities for Non-Profit Organizations facilitated by Prosper Non-Profit Advisors. Sponsored by PeoplesBank and hosted by the Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce.
Read MoreAnnouncing the 17th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
Announcing the 17th Annual Charity Golf Tournament 17th Annual Charity Golf Tournament Socially Distanced Edition  To Support The Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) Of Hampshire County and Amherst Area Chamber & Cooley Dickinson Health Care Amherst Regional High School Scholarship Program The Chamber will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC)…
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