There’s always lots going on around Amherst, and this week is no exception. In this edition of The Week Ahead, we spotlight the town government meetings, and cultural, recreational, and athletics events that caught our eye. Read on and mark your calendars!

Historical Commission – Monday

Tonight, the Amherst Historical Commission will review changes to the interior of the Jones Library that are planned as part of the renovation and expansion building project. The meeting begins at 6:30 pm and the Library presentation is expected to begin at 7:00 pm. Monday, 6:30 pm, on Zoom. MORE

School Committee – Tuesday

Tuesday is the first meeting of the newly-elected School Committee. The Committees will elect new leadership and hear updates on the superintendent search process and the track and field project. Amherst (elementary) School Committee, Tuesday, 6:00 pm, Regional (secondary) School Committee, Tuesday, 6:30 pm, both at ARHS Library and online. MORE

ARHS Varsity Athletics at Home – Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

Catch Amherst Hurricanes varsity action at home this week! Boys and Girls Swim and Dive take on Easthampton on Tuesday, 4:30 pm at the Middle School. Girls Basketball faces Hoosac Valley on Tuesday, 7:00 pm at ARHS, and Wahconah on Thursday, 7:00 pm at ARHS. Boys Basketball tips off vs. West Springfield Friday at 7:00 pm at ARHS. $ MORE

Conservation Commission – Wednesday

The Conservation Commission will hear presentations and discuss plans related to the Elementary School Building Project as well as a new duplex housing development on Ball Lane. Wednesday, 7:00 pm, on Zoom.  MORE

Public Forum with the Community Safety Working Group – Wednesday

Wednesday evening is the second of four public forums on improving racial equity in public safety. Hosted by the Town’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, the forum is an opportunity to talk about your experiences with the Amherst Police, learn about the Community Safety Working Group’s proposed Resident Oversight Board, and share your views on how to best ensure public safety accountability. Wednesday, 6:00-8:00 pm in the Town Room at Town Hall and online. MORE. 

Amherst Community Theater presents Seussical! – Thursday through Sunday

“Oh, the thinks you can think” when Dr. Seuss’ best-loved characters collide and cavort in an unforgettable musical caper! Now one of the most performed shows in America, Seussical is a fantastical, whimsical, musical extravaganza! Tony winners, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty have lovingly brought to life all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, lazy Mayzie and a little boy with a big imagination – Jojo. The colorful characters transport us from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus to the invisible world of the Whos. Nine performances run January 11-14 and January 18-21. Questions? Please email producer@amherstacts.org. $ Buy tickets.

Owl Prowl at the Hitchcock Center – Friday

Have you been on an owl prowl? It is a special treat in the heart of winter. Come seek out the great horned owl on a winter (hopefully snowy) night with expert birder Dan Ziomek. January 12 and 20. This Friday’s event is full but you can sign up to be on a wait list, or sign up now for the January 20 event! Friday, 6:30 pm. $ MORE

Coming Up Later This Month: Winterfest!

Celebrate the season and enjoy some frosty fun during the annual Winterfest, January 27 through February 3. There’s something for everyone! See a complete listing of events, here, and follow updates on Facebook.

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