Main Street Amherst

Come Help Us Grow!

Come to Amherst and experience the quaint, small town feeling of a charming community with a distinctive business district, unique architecture, and a historic downtown that characterizes nineteenth century America.

Main Street Amherst has been designed to promote all aspects of the downtown and commercial business districts by improving economic management, strengthening public participation, recruiting new businesses, rehabilitating buildings, and making Amherst a fun place to visit.

Volunteers are always needed to help reach our goals! No amount of time or energy is too small. There are many different ways for you or business to be involved. Check out the Community Calendar below to explore all that is happening in Amherst.

Main Street Amherst Events

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Community Calendar

This calendar is all-encompassing for Amherst and includes events for Main Street Amherst, Amherst Schools, Amherst Library, Amherst Historical Society & the City of Amherst.

	December 2023
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				1 AA Group AA Group November 30, 2023 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm See more details Seated Yoga Flow Fridays Seated Yoga Flow Fridays December 1, 2023 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Join the Amherst Public Library for Seated Yoga Flow Fridays with special guest Cindy Miller on Fridays in December. Learn breathing techniques to clear the mind and be present in the moment as Cindy leads you through movements to stretch and strengthen muscles that support the joints and flexibility. These classes are suitable for all ages and experience levels. Attendees should wear comfortable clothing and bring water to stay hydrated. (Bottle filling stations are available on both floors of the library.) Registration is required separately for each class session. Visit our online calendar to register or call the library at 440-988-4230. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details Mainstreet Amherst Christmas Parade - AMC & Madrigals Mainstreet Amherst Christmas Parade - AMC & Madrigals December 1, 2023 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Downtown Amherst See more details Miracle on Main Street Miracle on Main Street December 1, 2023 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm See more details • • • •	2 Canine Reading Buddies Canine Reading Buddies December 2, 2023 11:00 am - 12:00 pm All ages are invited to read to a licensed therapy dog on the first Saturday of the month. Come with your favorite book or choose one of ours! The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details Canine Reading Buddies Canine Reading Buddies December 2, 2023 11:00 am - 12:00 pm All ages are invited to read to a licensed therapy dog on the first Saturday of the month. Come with your favorite book or choose one of ours! The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details Merry Grinchmas Merry Grinchmas December 2, 2023 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm A celebration of all things Grinch! Our little “WHO” friends of all ages are invited to enjoy crafts, snacks, and themed entertainment! Be on the lookout for the Grinch himself sneaking around the library and snag a picture with him! Ugly holiday sweaters and comfy pajamas are encouraged! Registration is required for children only. Please register each child separately. Click here to register on our online calendar or call the library at 440-988-4230. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details German Christmas Celebration German Christmas Celebration December 2, 2023 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Sandstone Village, 736 Milan Ave, Amherst, OH 44001, USA Our German Christmas Holiday Celebration is Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 6- 9pm at Sandstone Village, 763 Milan Avenue, Amherst, Ohio 44001! FREE to attend! Parking & Shuttle is at the Amherst Junior High School, 548 Milan Ave, Amherst. Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus Visit the beautifully decorated Village Buildings and Blacksmith Shop Shop at The Shops at Sandstone Village, and items made by our Blacksmith! Enjoy a bake sale and hot chocolate for donation Toys for Tots collection and more! For further information, please contact the Amherst Historical Society at 440-988-7255 or office@amhersthistoricalsociety.org! See more details • • • •	3 Steele Concert Choir Combined Concert (Avon, Westlake, North Ridgeville, St. Joseph Academy and St. Edward) Steele Concert Choir Combined Concert (Avon, Westlake, North Ridgeville, St. Joseph Academy and St. Edward) December 3, 2023 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Avon High School See Event Flyer Here! See more details •
4 MLS EOC Testing (Fall) MLS EOC Testing (Fall) December 4, 2023 Marion L. Steele See more details Toddler Tales Storytime Toddler Tales Storytime December 4, 2023 10:00 am - 10:30 am Stories, songs, and rhymes for children 2 - 3 years old and their caregivers. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details Preschool Storytime Preschool Storytime December 4, 2023 11:15 am - 11:45 am Stories, songs, and rhymes for children 3 - 5 years old and their caregivers. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details Adult Crafternoon - Holiday Decoupage Coasters Adult Crafternoon - Holiday Decoupage Coasters December 4, 2023 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm Join us for a relaxing adult craft on Monday, December 4 at 2:30pm or Monday, December 11 at 6:30pm! All registered attendees will receive the supplies needed to create two holiday decoupage ceramic coasters. This program is intended for adults and is suitable for age 12+. Minors should be accompanied by a responsible adult. Click here to register for this program on our online calendar, or call the library at 440-988-4230. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details • • • •	5 MLS EOC Testing (Fall) MLS EOC Testing (Fall) December 5, 2023 Marion L. Steele See more details •	6 AJH Winter Band Concert (6th Grade) AJH Winter Band Concert (6th Grade) December 5, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Amherst Junior High See more details Dine-To-Donate Night -NORD PTO Dine-To-Donate Night -NORD PTO December 6, 2023 See more details MLS EOC Testing (Fall) MLS EOC Testing (Fall) December 6, 2023 Marion L. Steele See more details Baby Playdate Baby Playdate December 6, 2023 10:00 am - 11:00 am Join the Amherst Public Library at 10am every Wednesday or 6pm every Thursday to enjoy a special open-ended play space just for our littlest patrons! Age-appropriate toys and books will be available for both babies and caregivers to enjoy some play time and social time at the library. After the Wednesday morning playdate, feel free to stay for Waddlers Storytime at 11:15am! Recommended for little ones ages 0-18 months and their caregivers. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details Waddlers Storytime Waddlers Storytime December 6, 2023 11:15 am - 11:45 am Stories, songs, and rhymes for active walkers through 24 months old and their caregivers. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details • • • • •	7 AJH Winter Choir Concert AJH Winter Choir Concert December 6, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Amherst Junior High See more details MLS EOC Testing (Fall) MLS EOC Testing (Fall) December 7, 2023 Marion L. Steele See more details M.S.A. Board Meeting M.S.A. Board Meeting December 7, 2023 7:30 am - 9:00 am 225 Park Ave, Amherst, OH 44001, USA See more details MSA Morning Mingle MSA Morning Mingle December 7, 2023 9:00 am - 10:00 am 255 Park Ave, Amherst, OH 44001, USA See more details Afternoon Storytime Afternoon Storytime December 7, 2023 1:15 pm - 1:45 pm Enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes for children 2 - 6 years old and their caregivers. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details Friends of the Library Holiday Open House Friends of the Library Holiday Open House December 7, 2023 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Join the Friends of the Amherst Public Library for a Holiday Open House! Drop in and visit with the Friends of the Library and enjoy tea and cookies. This event is open to members of the Friends and anyone who is interested in joining the Friends of the Library or learning more about the organization. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details 2nd Grade Musical (Part 1) 2nd Grade Musical (Part 1) December 7, 2023 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Powers Elementary School See more details Baby Playdate Baby Playdate December 7, 2023 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Join the Amherst Public Library at 10am every Wednesday or 6pm every Thursday to enjoy a special open-ended play space just for our littlest patrons! Age-appropriate toys and books will be available for both babies and caregivers to enjoy some play time and social time at the library. After the Wednesday morning playdate, feel free to stay for Waddlers Storytime at 11:15am! Recommended for little ones ages 0-18 months and their caregivers. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details 2nd Grade Musical (Part 2) 2nd Grade Musical (Part 2) December 7, 2023 6:45 pm - 7:45 pm Powers Elementary School See more details • • • • • • • • •	8 AA Group AA Group December 7, 2023 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm See more details MLS EOC Testing (Fall) MLS EOC Testing (Fall) December 8, 2023 Marion L. Steele See more details Music + Movement Storytime Music + Movement Storytime December 8, 2023 11:15 am - 11:45 am Stretch, sing, dance, and jump along in this fast-paced storytime at the Amherst Public Library! This storytime is designed for children ages 2-6 and their caregivers, and will include stories, songs, instruments and more! The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details Seated Yoga Flow Fridays Seated Yoga Flow Fridays December 8, 2023 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Join the Amherst Public Library for Seated Yoga Flow Fridays with special guest Cindy Miller on Fridays in December. Learn breathing techniques to clear the mind and be present in the moment as Cindy leads you through movements to stretch and strengthen muscles that support the joints and flexibility. These classes are suitable for all ages and experience levels. Attendees should wear comfortable clothing and bring water to stay hydrated. (Bottle filling stations are available on both floors of the library.) Registration is required separately for each class session. Visit our online calendar to register or call the library at 440-988-4230. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details • • • •	9 Saturday Movie Matinee Saturday Movie Matinee December 9, 2023 2:30 pm - 4:15 pm Muppets retell a classic tale with humor and heartwarming festive spirit. Rated G. A holiday treat will be provided, or bring along your favorite snack! Visit our online calendar for full details! Registration is required. Click here to register on our online calendar or call the library at 440-988-4230. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details •	10
11 MLS EOC Testing (Fall) MLS EOC Testing (Fall) December 11, 2023 Marion L. Steele See more details Holiday Cookie Storytime for Toddlers Holiday Cookie Storytime for Toddlers December 11, 2023 10:00 am - 10:30 am Children ages 2-3 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes followed by holiday cookie decorating! This event replaces Toddler Tales Storytime for the week. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details Holiday Cookie Storytime for Preschoolers Holiday Cookie Storytime for Preschoolers December 11, 2023 11:15 am - 11:45 am Children ages 3 - 5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes followed by holiday cookie decorating! This event replaces Preschool Storytime for the week. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details Amherst Rotary Meeting Amherst Rotary Meeting December 11, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Doc Watsons Market See more details Watercolor Pencils and More - Art Workshop Watercolor Pencils and More - Art Workshop December 11, 2023 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Join the Amherst Public Library for monthly Watercolor Pencils and More Art Workshops with artist and instructor Mary Jo Clark. Enjoy learning new skills and techniques during this creative workshop where all skill levels are welcome. Absolutely no artistic experience is necessary! You do not have to have attended previous workshop sessions to attend this one. Students will need a set of watercolor pencils, pink erasers, a #8 round Taklon brush, a natural sponge, a ½” foam brush, and an ultra-fine Sharpie or .02 Micron pen, and 140 lb. Watercolor paper. This class is intended for adults and registration is required. Visit our online calendar or call the library at 440-988-4230 to register over the phone. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details Adult Craft Night - Holiday Decoupage Coasters Adult Craft Night - Holiday Decoupage Coasters December 11, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Join us for a relaxing adult craft on Monday, December 4 at 2:30pm or Monday, December 11 at 6:30pm! All registered attendees will receive the supplies needed to create two holiday decoupage ceramic coasters. This program is intended for adults and is suitable for age 12+. Minors should be accompanied by a responsible adult. Click here to register for this program on our online calendar, or call the library at 440-988-4230. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details • • • • • •	12 Steele Alumni Winter Choir Concert Steele Alumni Winter Choir Concert December 11, 2023 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm St. Peter's Parish in Lorain See more details MLS EOC Testing (Fall) MLS EOC Testing (Fall) December 12, 2023 Marion L. Steele See more details Tabletop Game Time Tabletop Game Time December 12, 2023 5:30 pm - 8:15 pm Join the Amherst Public Library at 5:30pm on the second Tuesday of the month for Tabletop Game Time! Drop in with a friend or make some new friends while you learn how to play new games or rediscover old favorites! A variety of 2 - 6 player card, strategy, and party games will be available at every club meeting, including Catan, Bohnanza, Sagrada, Splendor, Azul, For Sale, and more. Tabletop Game Time and the games included in the club are recommended for ages 12+. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details • • •	13 AJH Winter Band Concert (7th & 8th Grade) AJH Winter Band Concert (7th & 8th Grade) December 12, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Amherst Junior High See more details MLS EOC Testing (Fall) MLS EOC Testing (Fall) December 13, 2023 Marion L. Steele See more details Romeo's Pizza Night - Powers PTO Romeo's Pizza Night - Powers PTO December 13, 2023 See more details Baby Playdate Baby Playdate December 13, 2023 10:00 am - 11:00 am Join the Amherst Public Library at 10am every Wednesday or 6pm every Thursday to enjoy a special open-ended play space just for our littlest patrons! Age-appropriate toys and books will be available for both babies and caregivers to enjoy some play time and social time at the library. After the Wednesday morning playdate, feel free to stay for Waddlers Storytime at 11:15am! Recommended for little ones ages 0-18 months and their caregivers. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details Holiday Cookie Storytime for Waddlers Holiday Cookie Storytime for Waddlers December 13, 2023 11:15 am - 11:45 am Children up to 24 months old and their caregivers are invited to enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes followed by holiday cookie decorating! This event replaces Waddlers Storytime for the week. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details Special Board Meeting Notice Special Board Meeting Notice December 13, 2023 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Creative Learning Center See more details Jingle Bell Bus Jingle Bell Bus December 13, 2023 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm See more details • • • • • • •	14 AJH Winter Orchestra Concert AJH Winter Orchestra Concert December 13, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Amherst Junior High See more details MLS EOC Testing (Fall) MLS EOC Testing (Fall) December 14, 2023 Marion L. Steele See more details Kindergarten Sing-Along (Part 1) Kindergarten Sing-Along (Part 1) December 14, 2023 9:45 am - 10:45 am Powers Elementary School See more details Second Harvest Food Distribution Second Harvest Food Distribution December 14, 2023 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Marion L. Steele More information to come! See more details Holiday Cookie Storytime in the Afternoon Holiday Cookie Storytime in the Afternoon December 14, 2023 1:15 pm - 1:45 pm Children ages 2 - 6 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes followed by holiday cookie decorating! This event replaces Afternoon Storytime for the week. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details Kid's Art Workshop: Supersized Christmas Trees Kid's Art Workshop: Supersized Christmas Trees December 14, 2023 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Join the Amherst Public Library on Thursday, December 14 at 4 pm for an art workshop recommended for children ages 6-12. All supplies will be provided for registered attendees to design and create a supersized Christmas tree. Dress for a mess! Registration is required. Please register each child separately. Click here to register on our online calendar or call the library at 440-988-4230. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details Baby Playdate Baby Playdate December 14, 2023 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Join the Amherst Public Library at 10am every Wednesday or 6pm every Thursday to enjoy a special open-ended play space just for our littlest patrons! Age-appropriate toys and books will be available for both babies and caregivers to enjoy some play time and social time at the library. After the Wednesday morning playdate, feel free to stay for Waddlers Storytime at 11:15am! Recommended for little ones ages 0-18 months and their caregivers. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details Park Board Commission Park Board Commission December 14, 2023 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm The Park Board Commission meetings are held on the second Thursday of every month. While we do or best to ensure this calendar is kept up to date, please contact the Mayor’s Office for confirmation. See more details Sew Helpful Project - Baby Blankets Sew Helpful Project - Baby Blankets December 14, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Join the Amherst Public Library on Thursday, December 14 at 6:30pm for project with Maureen Bruder of Sew Helpful! All supplies will be provided for attendees to make a small baby blanket that Sew Helpful will donate to a local hospital or charity organization. This program is open to all ages but children under 12 should be accompanied by a responsible adult. Registration is required. Click here to register on our online calendar or call the library at 440-988-4230. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details • • • • • • • • •	15 Steele Winter Band Concert Steele Winter Band Concert December 14, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Steele Cafetorium See more details AA Group AA Group December 14, 2023 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm See more details MLS EOC Testing (Fall) MLS EOC Testing (Fall) December 15, 2023 Marion L. Steele See more details MLS Semester Ending Exams MLS Semester Ending Exams December 15, 2023 Marion L. Steele See more details Kindergarten Sing-Along (Part 2) Kindergarten Sing-Along (Part 2) December 15, 2023 9:45 am - 10:45 am Powers Elementary School See more details Seated Yoga Flow Fridays Seated Yoga Flow Fridays December 15, 2023 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Join the Amherst Public Library for Seated Yoga Flow Fridays with special guest Cindy Miller on Fridays in December. Learn breathing techniques to clear the mind and be present in the moment as Cindy leads you through movements to stretch and strengthen muscles that support the joints and flexibility. These classes are suitable for all ages and experience levels. Attendees should wear comfortable clothing and bring water to stay hydrated. (Bottle filling stations are available on both floors of the library.) Registration is required separately for each class session. Visit our online calendar to register or call the library at 440-988-4230. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details SEATED RHYTHM Dancercise SEATED RHYTHM Dancercise December 15, 2023 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Join the Amherst Public Library on Friday, December 15 at 3pm for SEATED RHYTHM™ with our friends from Active for Life fitness! SEATED RHYTHM™ is another one of Active For Life's most popular brain and body 'dancercise' classes where attendees dance through the ages. SEATED RHYTHM™ was inspired by ballroom and Latin dancing and is all done while seated. It is designed for everyone! This class is like no other and features gentle and fun cha-cha and mambo steps coupled with basic exercises. Incredible for both brain and body. No dance experience necessary. Registration is required. Click here to register on our online calendar or call the library at 440-988-4230. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details • • • • • • •	16 Heather Doskocil - Pop Up Shop Heather Doskocil - Pop Up Shop December 16, 2023 10:00 am - 4:00 pm See more details •	17
18 MLS Semester Ending Exams MLS Semester Ending Exams December 18, 2023 Marion L. Steele See more details Amherst Rotary Meeting Amherst Rotary Meeting December 18, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Doc Watsons Market See more details Regular Board Meeting Regular Board Meeting December 18, 2023 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Marion L. Steele High School See more details Adult Coloring Night Adult Coloring Night December 18, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Join the Amherst Public Library at 6:30pm for Adult Coloring on Monday, December 18. All supplies will be provided, along with a variety of coloring page options for all levels of skill, and tea and cocoa to sip on. Relax with us and color away the stresses of your day! This program is intended for ages 12 and up. Minors should be accompanied by a responsible adult. Registration is required for this program. Click here to register on our online calendar or call the library at 440-988-4230. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details • • • •	19 Steele Winter Orchestra Concert Steele Winter Orchestra Concert December 18, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Steele Cafetorium See more details 2 HOUR EARLY RELEASE 2 HOUR EARLY RELEASE December 19, 2023 See more details END OF 2ND GRADING PERIOD END OF 2ND GRADING PERIOD December 19, 2023 See more details MLS Semester Ending Exams MLS Semester Ending Exams December 19, 2023 Marion L. Steele See more details Alzheimer’s Association® Support Group Alzheimer’s Association® Support Group December 19, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Build a support system with people who understand. Alzheimer’s Association® support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for people living with dementia and their care partners to: • Develop a support system. • Exchange practical information on challenges and possible solutions. • Talk through issues and ways of coping. • Share feelings, needs and concerns. • Learn about community resources. This group will meet monthly on the third Tuesday of the month in the second floor Community Room at the Amherst Public Library. This meeting is not sponsored by the library. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details Canine Reading Buddies Canine Reading Buddies December 19, 2023 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm All ages are invited to read to a licensed therapy dog on the third Tuesday of the month. Come with your favorite book or choose one of ours! The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details • • • • • •	20 Dine-To-Donate Night - AJH PTO Dine-To-Donate Night - AJH PTO December 20, 2023 See more details NO SCHOOL - Winter Break NO SCHOOL - Winter Break December 20, 2023 See more details Baby Playdate Baby Playdate December 20, 2023 10:00 am - 11:00 am Join the Amherst Public Library at 10am every Wednesday or 6pm every Thursday to enjoy a special open-ended play space just for our littlest patrons! Age-appropriate toys and books will be available for both babies and caregivers to enjoy some play time and social time at the library. After the Wednesday morning playdate, feel free to stay for Waddlers Storytime at 11:15am! Recommended for little ones ages 0-18 months and their caregivers. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details Civil Service Civil Service December 20, 2023 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Council Chambers at City Hall @ 206 South Main Street, Amherst, Ohio 44001 The Civil Service meetings are held on the third Wednesday of every month. While we do or best to ensure this calendar is kept up to date, there may not be a the Civil Service meeting each month. Please contact the Mayor’s Office for confirmation. See more details • • • •	21 Friends of the Library PM Book Group Friends of the Library PM Book Group December 20, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Friends of the Amherst Public Library sponsor an evening book group that meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7pm. Visit the library's online calendar for this month's title. Visit the information desk in the first floor lobby to obtain copies of the books. See more details NO SCHOOL - Winter Break NO SCHOOL - Winter Break December 21, 2023 See more details Design Review Board Design Review Board December 21, 2023 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm Council Chambers at City Hall @ 206 S Main St, Amherst, OH 44001, USA Design Review Board meetings are scheduled for the third Thursday of each month. While we do or best to ensure this calendar is kept up to date, there is the possibility of a normally scheduled DRB meeting may not be held depending on submitted agenda items. Please contact the Building Department for confirmation. See more details Baby Playdate Baby Playdate December 21, 2023 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Join the Amherst Public Library at 10am every Wednesday or 6pm every Thursday to enjoy a special open-ended play space just for our littlest patrons! Age-appropriate toys and books will be available for both babies and caregivers to enjoy some play time and social time at the library. After the Wednesday morning playdate, feel free to stay for Waddlers Storytime at 11:15am! Recommended for little ones ages 0-18 months and their caregivers. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details Legends of Christmas Ornaments Legends of Christmas Ornaments December 21, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Join the Amherst Public Library on Thursday, December 21 at 6:30pm for a holiday program with Amanda Davidson-Johnston of the Lorain County Historical Society. Explore the tales behind cherished Christmas ornaments as this program delves into the legends, traditions, and heartwarming stories that have adorned holiday trees for generations. This program is intended for adults and is suitable for ages 12+. Registration is suggested for this program. Click here to register on our online calendar or call the library at 440-988-4230. See more details • • • • •	22 AA Group AA Group December 21, 2023 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm See more details NO SCHOOL - Winter Break NO SCHOOL - Winter Break December 22, 2023 See more details Music + Movement Storytime Music + Movement Storytime December 22, 2023 11:15 am - 11:45 am Stretch, sing, dance, and jump along in this fast-paced storytime at the Amherst Public Library! This storytime is designed for children ages 2-6 and their caregivers, and will include stories, songs, instruments and more! The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details Seated Yoga Flow Fridays Seated Yoga Flow Fridays December 22, 2023 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Join the Amherst Public Library for Seated Yoga Flow Fridays with special guest Cindy Miller on Fridays in December. Learn breathing techniques to clear the mind and be present in the moment as Cindy leads you through movements to stretch and strengthen muscles that support the joints and flexibility. These classes are suitable for all ages and experience levels. Attendees should wear comfortable clothing and bring water to stay hydrated. (Bottle filling stations are available on both floors of the library.) Registration is required separately for each class session. Visit our online calendar to register or call the library at 440-988-4230. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details • • • •	23	24
25 M.S.A. Office Closed M.S.A. Office Closed December 25, 2023 See more details NO SCHOOL - Winter Break NO SCHOOL - Winter Break December 25, 2023 See more details Amherst Rotary Meeting Amherst Rotary Meeting December 25, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Doc Watsons Market See more details • • •	26 M.S.A. Office Closed M.S.A. Office Closed December 26, 2023 See more details NO SCHOOL - Winter Break NO SCHOOL - Winter Break December 26, 2023 See more details • •	27 NO SCHOOL - Winter Break NO SCHOOL - Winter Break December 27, 2023 See more details Baby Playdate Baby Playdate December 27, 2023 10:00 am - 11:00 am Join the Amherst Public Library at 10am every Wednesday or 6pm every Thursday to enjoy a special open-ended play space just for our littlest patrons! Age-appropriate toys and books will be available for both babies and caregivers to enjoy some play time and social time at the library. After the Wednesday morning playdate, feel free to stay for Waddlers Storytime at 11:15am! Recommended for little ones ages 0-18 months and their caregivers. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details Friends of the Library AM Book Group Friends of the Library AM Book Group December 27, 2023 10:00 am - 11:00 am The Friends of the Amherst Public Library sponsor a morning book group that meets the 4th Wednesday of the month at 10am. Visit the library's online calendar for this month's title. Visit the information desk in the first floor lobby to obtain copies of the books. See more details Friends of the Amherst Public Library General Meeting Friends of the Amherst Public Library General Meeting December 27, 2023 11:15 am - 12:00 pm Monthly general meetings of the Friends of the Amherst Public Library are scheduled for the fourth Wednesday of the month at 11:15 and take place at the library. For information on how to join or support the Friends, please call the library at 440-988-4230. See more details Planning Commission Planning Commission December 27, 2023 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Council Chambers at City Hall @ 206 S Main St, Amherst, OH 44001, USA The Planning Commission meetings are scheduled for the fourth Wednesday of each month. While we do or best to ensure this calendar is kept up to date, there is the possibility of a normally scheduled Planning Commission meeting may not be held depending on submitted agenda items. Please contact the Building Department for confirmation. Please see the Agendas and Minutes page for the latest agenda for this meeting. See more details Zoning Board of Appeals Zoning Board of Appeals December 27, 2023 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Council Cambers at City Hall @ 206 South Main Street, Amherst, Ohio 44001 The Zoning Board of Appeals is scheduled to meet on the fourth Wednesday of each month. While we do or best to ensure this calendar is kept up to date, there is the possibility of a normally scheduled Zoning Board of Appeals meeting may not be held depending on submitted agenda items. Please contact the Building Department for confirmation. Please see the Agendas and Minutes page for the latest agenda for this meeting. See more details • • • • • •	28 NO SCHOOL - Winter Break NO SCHOOL - Winter Break December 28, 2023 See more details CIC Meeting (as needed) CIC Meeting (as needed) December 28, 2023 8:00 am - 9:00 am Main Street Amherst Community Center @ 255 Park Ave, Amherst, OH 44001 When needed, the CIC meets on the fourth Thursday of the month. While we do or best to ensure this calendar is kept up to date, and the CIC meetings are called only when needed, please contact the Mayor’s Office for confirmation. See more details Community Improvement Corp. (Main Street Amherst Bld.) Community Improvement Corp. (Main Street Amherst Bld.) December 28, 2023 9:00 am - 10:00 am See more details Baby Playdate Baby Playdate December 28, 2023 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Join the Amherst Public Library at 10am every Wednesday or 6pm every Thursday to enjoy a special open-ended play space just for our littlest patrons! Age-appropriate toys and books will be available for both babies and caregivers to enjoy some play time and social time at the library. After the Wednesday morning playdate, feel free to stay for Waddlers Storytime at 11:15am! Recommended for little ones ages 0-18 months and their caregivers. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details • • • •	29 AA Group AA Group December 28, 2023 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm See more details NO SCHOOL - Winter Break NO SCHOOL - Winter Break December 29, 2023 See more details Seated Yoga Flow Fridays Seated Yoga Flow Fridays December 29, 2023 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Join the Amherst Public Library for Seated Yoga Flow Fridays with special guest Cindy Miller on Fridays in December. Learn breathing techniques to clear the mind and be present in the moment as Cindy leads you through movements to stretch and strengthen muscles that support the joints and flexibility. These classes are suitable for all ages and experience levels. Attendees should wear comfortable clothing and bring water to stay hydrated. (Bottle filling stations are available on both floors of the library.) Registration is required separately for each class session. Visit our online calendar to register or call the library at 440-988-4230. The Amherst Public Library is located at 221 Spring Street, at the corner of Spring Street and Park Avenue. Visit amherstpubliclibrary.org to see everything we have to offer! See more details • • •	30	31

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