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Saturday December 21, 2024
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6:00 AM - 8:30 PM
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Stearns-Davis Community Garden - 2024 Community Garden Plot
The Stearns-Davis Community Garden was established at Joshua's Park, 31 Courthouse Road, to maintain the traditional agricultural use and history of the Amherst Village. The Amherst land Trust organized the design and installation of the infrastructure, including a permanent deer-proof fence and an automatic irrigation system. The garden is allocated by Amherst Recreation and is managed by the Stearns-Davis Community Garden Committee (SDCGC) and the Amherst Recreation Department.Garden plots will be allotted on a first come, first served basis with a nominal fee to cover maintenance and utilities. Each gardener is free to select their favorite vegetable varieties and lay out their plot accordingly. produce may not be sold on-site, but gardeners may elect to share surplus with friends, neighbors and charities. There are a total of 40 plots.Updates for 2025 - The Garden will have a couple of upgrades before the 2025 growing season. -Fall of 2023 - The state toxicologist revealed there is very little trace of PFOA's & PFAS in the samples of grown vegetables taken in the fall of 2022. -2023 - New filter installed on well pump to filter out all PFOA and PFAS.-2024 - Metal mesh fence to surround the bottom of the garden fence to help keep rabbits out. -2024 - No price increase for 2024 gardening season. Schedule for 2025:January 2-January 31 Gardeners that had a plot in 2024 and are in good standing are eligible to register for one 10'x20'plot. Registration must be done online with the code or on the phone with Amherst Parks and Recreation. February 1-28Beginning Feb 1, Amherst residents gardening at Stearns-Davis Community Garden for the first time may register for a single plot with Amherst Parks and Recreation in person, on the phone or online on this page. These plots are first come, first served and fill VERY QUICKLY! We advise you to make sure you are able to easily access your Amherst Recreation household account and depending on your interest you set your alarm! Registration goes live at 12:01am 2/1/25.Returning members will be automatically given the same plot as last season. If you would like to switch plots, please email the Garden Committee at stearnsdavisgardencommittee@gmail.com To communicate directly with the Garden Committee, you may email them at StearnsDavisGardenCommittee@gmail.com or follow their facebook page, "Stearns-Davis Community Gardeners"
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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Winter Solstice Lantern Walk - Winter Solstice Lantern Walk
Come celebrate the winter solstice with us! You can make a special lantern to celebrate the solstice and then take it on a guided night hike. There will be a campfire to warm up by and the traditional burning of the Yule log. We will serve hot cocoa & light refreshments as well.Who: All Ages- (Parents will help young children make their lanterns)What: A lantern Walk at PMEC Celebrating Winter Solstice (dress accordingly to spend time outdoors!)When: Saturday, December 21st; 4:00-6:00PM Where: PMEC, 66 Brook Road, AmherstFee: $20R/$25NR - Note please register all participants who will be making a lantern.
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Thursday December 26, 2024
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5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Northern Lights Amherst Cheer - Northern Lights Amherst Winter Cheer Grades 1-5
Northern Lights Amherst Winter CheerAll Star Cheer is a high energy, team-based, performance sport that is athletic, artistic and acrobatic. It involves athletes competing with a 2 and a 1/2 minute routine composed of tumbling, stunting, pyramids, dance and cheer segments. This will be NL Amherst’s 6th season! The winter program is for athletes of any ability level in grades 1-5! In the winter we practice once a week and go to 2-3 competitions (tentatively scheduled for Feb 15, March 30 and April 12) NL cheerleaders do not cheer at football or basketball games, instead focusing on 2-3 local competitions/performances. NL coaches and choreographers are trained in safety, technique and skill building. We are competitive but our program focuses first and foremost on fun and team building. Who: Grades 1 - 5th grade (teams will be split by age/grade)When: Practices Tuesday OR Thursday 5:30-7:00 (depending on team placements)Where: Amherst Middle School CafeteriaFee: $250R, $280NR (uniform fee not included) Equipment Needed: cheer shoes & uniformMax: 25 per team
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Fitness: Pilates & Barre Group Classes - Group Fitness: Holiday Session x1+/week
Group Pilate's and Barre Classes are back at Amherst Rec! Check out the schedule and class description below to find what works best for you. All fitness levels are welcome and each class will help you reach your fitness and health goals. Who: ages 16+ When: see schedule below Where: Buck Meadow. 32 NH101-A Amherst, NH Pricing Structure: see pricing below for 1 class per week or 2 classes per weekHoliday Schedule: Nov 11 - Jan 8Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: Barre (no classes on 12/25 & 1/1 - make ups on 12/26 & 1/2)Winter Jan/Mar Schedule: Jan 20 - March 12Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: BarreWinter Mar/April Schedule: March 17 - May 7Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: BarreSpring May/June Schedule: May 12 - July 2Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: Barre
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Fitness: Pilates & Barre Group Classes - Group Fitness: Holiday Session x2+/week
Group Pilate's and Barre Classes are back at Amherst Rec! Check out the schedule and class description below to find what works best for you. All fitness levels are welcome and each class will help you reach your fitness and health goals. Who: ages 16+ When: see schedule below Where: Buck Meadow. 32 NH101-A Amherst, NH Pricing Structure: see pricing below for 1 class per week or 2 classes per weekHoliday Schedule: Nov 11 - Jan 8Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: Barre (no classes on 12/25 & 1/1 - make ups on 12/26 & 1/2)Winter Jan/Mar Schedule: Jan 20 - March 12Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: BarreWinter Mar/April Schedule: March 17 - May 7Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: BarreSpring May/June Schedule: May 12 - July 2Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: Barre
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Thursday January 2, 2025
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Nature's Playground - Nature's Playground- January: Snow Much Fun
Welcome To Nature's Playground where adventure and fun awaits!At Nature's Playground we will have fun exploring different habitats and learning all about what you can find out in the amazing woods all around you. Each class we will begin with a story, then circle time to discuss a new topic and do an activity related to the topic. We will end with a take-home craft. Who: Children ages 3-6 and their caregiversWhere: Peabody Mill Environmental centerWhen: Classes are the first three Thursdays of each month- 10:00am-10:45am. Fee: $29R; $36NR
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5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Northern Lights Amherst Cheer - Northern Lights Amherst Winter Cheer Grades 1-5
Northern Lights Amherst Winter CheerAll Star Cheer is a high energy, team-based, performance sport that is athletic, artistic and acrobatic. It involves athletes competing with a 2 and a 1/2 minute routine composed of tumbling, stunting, pyramids, dance and cheer segments. This will be NL Amherst’s 6th season! The winter program is for athletes of any ability level in grades 1-5! In the winter we practice once a week and go to 2-3 competitions (tentatively scheduled for Feb 15, March 30 and April 12) NL cheerleaders do not cheer at football or basketball games, instead focusing on 2-3 local competitions/performances. NL coaches and choreographers are trained in safety, technique and skill building. We are competitive but our program focuses first and foremost on fun and team building. Who: Grades 1 - 5th grade (teams will be split by age/grade)When: Practices Tuesday OR Thursday 5:30-7:00 (depending on team placements)Where: Amherst Middle School CafeteriaFee: $250R, $280NR (uniform fee not included) Equipment Needed: cheer shoes & uniformMax: 25 per team
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Fitness: Pilates & Barre Group Classes - Group Fitness: Holiday Session x1+/week
Group Pilate's and Barre Classes are back at Amherst Rec! Check out the schedule and class description below to find what works best for you. All fitness levels are welcome and each class will help you reach your fitness and health goals. Who: ages 16+ When: see schedule below Where: Buck Meadow. 32 NH101-A Amherst, NH Pricing Structure: see pricing below for 1 class per week or 2 classes per weekHoliday Schedule: Nov 11 - Jan 8Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: Barre (no classes on 12/25 & 1/1 - make ups on 12/26 & 1/2)Winter Jan/Mar Schedule: Jan 20 - March 12Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: BarreWinter Mar/April Schedule: March 17 - May 7Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: BarreSpring May/June Schedule: May 12 - July 2Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: Barre
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Fitness: Pilates & Barre Group Classes - Group Fitness: Holiday Session x2+/week
Group Pilate's and Barre Classes are back at Amherst Rec! Check out the schedule and class description below to find what works best for you. All fitness levels are welcome and each class will help you reach your fitness and health goals. Who: ages 16+ When: see schedule below Where: Buck Meadow. 32 NH101-A Amherst, NH Pricing Structure: see pricing below for 1 class per week or 2 classes per weekHoliday Schedule: Nov 11 - Jan 8Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: Barre (no classes on 12/25 & 1/1 - make ups on 12/26 & 1/2)Winter Jan/Mar Schedule: Jan 20 - March 12Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: BarreWinter Mar/April Schedule: March 17 - May 7Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: BarreSpring May/June Schedule: May 12 - July 2Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: Barre
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Monday January 6, 2025
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Fitness: Tai Chi/Qigong Fundamentals - Qigong/Tai Chi Fundamentals - Jan/Feb 2025 10:00-11:00
This class covers qigong/tai chi fundamentals of breath work, movement, posture alignment, and visualization. Consistently practicing these gentle, meditative movements improves balance, coordination, flexibility, strength and mental clarity. Safe and suitable for everyone. All movements can be modified and effectively compliment other health and wellness pursuits.Qigong/Tai Chi FundamentalsWho: Seniors and Adults 18+Where: Buck Meadow. 32 NH101-A When: Mondays 10:00am-11:00am & 11:15-12:15Oct/Dec Session: (10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9 - No Class 11/25, Make up 12/16)Jan/Feb 2025 Session: (1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10)Fee: $60R, $70NR (includes all materials)What to Bring: water bottleMin: 4 Max: 12
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11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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Fitness: Tai Chi/Qigong Fundamentals - Qigong/Tai Chi Fundamentals - Jan/Feb 2025 11:15-12:15
This class covers qigong/tai chi fundamentals of breath work, movement, posture alignment, and visualization. Consistently practicing these gentle, meditative movements improves balance, coordination, flexibility, strength and mental clarity. Safe and suitable for everyone. All movements can be modified and effectively compliment other health and wellness pursuits.Qigong/Tai Chi FundamentalsWho: Seniors and Adults 18+Where: Buck Meadow. 32 NH101-A When: Mondays 10:00am-11:00am & 11:15-12:15Oct/Dec Session: (10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9 - No Class 11/25, Make up 12/16)Jan/Feb 2025 Session: (1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10)Fee: $60R, $70NR (includes all materials)What to Bring: water bottleMin: 4 Max: 12
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2:45 PM - 4:00 PM
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Afterschool Art Studio at Wilkins - January 2025: Winter Wonderland Art (Mondays)
Come join the creative arts studio for kids in grades 1-4! Holly Majkut and Jessica Anderson are excited to collaborate and join forces to offer the afterschool arts program! Allow your child to discover or nurture their inner artist through exploring a variety of art materials. Art studio time will allow your child to create their own masterpieces. Specific art mediums will be introduced each monthly session to allow the artist exposure and increased experience. (Schedule below). Mini art history lessons will also be incorporated based upon the theme of the month to provide education regarding the history of the art style/technique. Sample ideas and directives will be available to assist with sparking creativity and imagination. This is not a formal art instruction class. The art studio concept focuses on creating and exploring art materials, having fun, and socializing. All art materials are provided and creations are brought home at the end of each class or the end of each monthly session.Who: Wilkins Students, Grades 1-4When: Mondays 2:45-4:00pm (see session dates below)Where: Wilkins Elementary School, art room. Pick-up in front of Wilkins at 4pmFee: See cost per session belowMax: 22January: Winter wonderland artMonday session dates: Jan 6, 13, 27. Max: 24 Price: $75February: Book Making/ScrapbookingMonday session dates: Feb 3, 10, 17Max: 24Cost: $75March: Art History Month (projects inspired by famous artists)Monday session dates: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31Max:24Price $125 (5 weeks)April: Abstract ArtMonday session dates: April 7, 14, 21Max: 24Price: $75.00May: Nature and landscape artMonday session dates: May 5, 12, 19Max: 24Price: $75
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Fitness: Pilates & Barre Group Classes - Group Fitness: Holiday Session x1+/week
Group Pilate's and Barre Classes are back at Amherst Rec! Check out the schedule and class description below to find what works best for you. All fitness levels are welcome and each class will help you reach your fitness and health goals. Who: ages 16+ When: see schedule below Where: Buck Meadow. 32 NH101-A Amherst, NH Pricing Structure: see pricing below for 1 class per week or 2 classes per weekHoliday Schedule: Nov 11 - Jan 8Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: Barre (no classes on 12/25 & 1/1 - make ups on 12/26 & 1/2)Winter Jan/Mar Schedule: Jan 20 - March 12Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: BarreWinter Mar/April Schedule: March 17 - May 7Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: BarreSpring May/June Schedule: May 12 - July 2Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: Barre
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Fitness: Pilates & Barre Group Classes - Group Fitness: Holiday Session x2+/week
Group Pilate's and Barre Classes are back at Amherst Rec! Check out the schedule and class description below to find what works best for you. All fitness levels are welcome and each class will help you reach your fitness and health goals. Who: ages 16+ When: see schedule below Where: Buck Meadow. 32 NH101-A Amherst, NH Pricing Structure: see pricing below for 1 class per week or 2 classes per weekHoliday Schedule: Nov 11 - Jan 8Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: Barre (no classes on 12/25 & 1/1 - make ups on 12/26 & 1/2)Winter Jan/Mar Schedule: Jan 20 - March 12Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: BarreWinter Mar/April Schedule: March 17 - May 7Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: BarreSpring May/June Schedule: May 12 - July 2Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: Barre
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Tuesday January 7, 2025
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8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
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Mini Artist - Early Bird Artist: Dec/Jan
Early Bird ArtistsEarly class for little ones who would love a 30 minute art class. Have fun making ornaments, penguins, snowman crafts and more! Who: 1 - 6 Year Old and their adultWhen: Tuesdays 8:30 - 9:00am (Tuesdays Dec 3, 10, 17, January 7, 14, 28)Where: Buck Meadow Clubhouse (32 NH 101-A)Fee: $60R, $75NRMin. 4, Max 12***************************************************************************************************** Mini Artists - Holiday ArtDec/Jan - Have fun making holiday crafts like reindeer ornaments, pinecone Christmas trees, bead candy canes and more!Who: 1 - 6 Year Old and their adultWhen: Tuesdays 10:00-10:45am (Tuesdays Dec 3, 10, 17, January 7, 14, 28)Where: Buck Meadow Clubhouse (32 NH 101-A)Fee: $90R, $105NRMin. 4, Max 12
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9:05 AM - 9:50 AM
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Tot Fitness - Tot Fitness: Dec/Jan
Have fun with fitness using bean bags, parachutes, rings, balls, and more. We’ll get your little ones moving and grooving with this fun routine!Who: Children ages 1yr-6yrs and their caregiversWhere: Buck Meadow 32 NH-101A, Amherst, NH 03031When: Tuesdays from 9:05 - 9:50 (Tuesdays Dec 3, 10, 17, January 7, 14, 28)Fee: $90.00R $105NR
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Mini Artist - Mini Artists - Dec/Jan
Early Bird ArtistsEarly class for little ones who would love a 30 minute art class. Have fun making ornaments, penguins, snowman crafts and more! Who: 1 - 6 Year Old and their adultWhen: Tuesdays 8:30 - 9:00am (Tuesdays Dec 3, 10, 17, January 7, 14, 28)Where: Buck Meadow Clubhouse (32 NH 101-A)Fee: $60R, $75NRMin. 4, Max 12***************************************************************************************************** Mini Artists - Holiday ArtDec/Jan - Have fun making holiday crafts like reindeer ornaments, pinecone Christmas trees, bead candy canes and more!Who: 1 - 6 Year Old and their adultWhen: Tuesdays 10:00-10:45am (Tuesdays Dec 3, 10, 17, January 7, 14, 28)Where: Buck Meadow Clubhouse (32 NH 101-A)Fee: $90R, $105NRMin. 4, Max 12
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5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Northern Lights Amherst Cheer - Northern Lights Amherst Winter Cheer Grades 1-5
Northern Lights Amherst Winter CheerAll Star Cheer is a high energy, team-based, performance sport that is athletic, artistic and acrobatic. It involves athletes competing with a 2 and a 1/2 minute routine composed of tumbling, stunting, pyramids, dance and cheer segments. This will be NL Amherst’s 6th season! The winter program is for athletes of any ability level in grades 1-5! In the winter we practice once a week and go to 2-3 competitions (tentatively scheduled for Feb 15, March 30 and April 12) NL cheerleaders do not cheer at football or basketball games, instead focusing on 2-3 local competitions/performances. NL coaches and choreographers are trained in safety, technique and skill building. We are competitive but our program focuses first and foremost on fun and team building. Who: Grades 1 - 5th grade (teams will be split by age/grade)When: Practices Tuesday OR Thursday 5:30-7:00 (depending on team placements)Where: Amherst Middle School CafeteriaFee: $250R, $280NR (uniform fee not included) Equipment Needed: cheer shoes & uniformMax: 25 per team
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Wednesday January 8, 2025
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8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
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Fitness: Gentle Yoga - Gentle Yoga Session Jan/Feb
Welcome to Gentle Yoga! This practice is ideal for any age and any ability. Through gentle yoga, you will learn a variety of ways to move that will improve your strength, balance and overall well-being. Regardless if you are beginner or have yoga experience, this class will be beneficial! What: Gentle YogaWhere: Buckmeadow Clubhouse When: Wednesday mornings from 8:30-9:30am Who: Anyone 18+Cost: $80R; $95NR
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Fitness: Older Adult Chair Yoga - Senior Chair Yoga Session Jan/Feb
Looking to increase balance and flexibility? Want to improve muscle tone and strength? Reduce your risk of falling? Join us at Buckmeadow Clubhouse for chair yoga Wednesday mornings at 10 am for a 45 minute session taught by Kathy MacKinnon, owner of Amherst Yoga Studio!
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11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Early Release - PMEC Explorers - Early Release - PMEC Explorers (January)
Come join us and enjoy an afternoon of fun and exploring at Peabody Mill Environmental Center. We will explore the amazing hiking trails, play games and make crafts. On early release Wednesdays we will pick up the explorers from Wilkins and bring them to PMEC for an afternoon of fun in nature! WHO: Grades 1-4 WHEN: Early Release Days - September 10th,October 9th, December 11th, January 8th, February 12th, April 9th, May 14th WHERE: Peabody Mill Environmental Center, 66 Brook Road, Amherst FEE: $35R, $40NR **Transportation will be provided from Wilkins Elementary to PMEC. Remember to register through the Wilkins Website PUP patrol.** Sample Schedule: 11:30 AM - Pick Up at Wilkins 12:00 PM - Arrive at PMEC 12:00PM- 12:15PM - Snack and bathroom break.12:15PM to 1:15PM - Head out onto the trails for a fun weekly activity, exploring habitats, fort building, learning about animals at PMEC. 1:15 PM - Head back to PMEC 1:15PM-2:15PM- Options of Lego challenges, Gaga Ball, nature crafts, quiet homework time 2:30PM - Pick UpPlease pick up on time. Any student remaining past 2:30pm will be billed a late fee. A minimum of 6 participants is needed to run this program.
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Fitness: Pilates & Barre Group Classes - Group Fitness: Holiday Session x1+/week
Group Pilate's and Barre Classes are back at Amherst Rec! Check out the schedule and class description below to find what works best for you. All fitness levels are welcome and each class will help you reach your fitness and health goals. Who: ages 16+ When: see schedule below Where: Buck Meadow. 32 NH101-A Amherst, NH Pricing Structure: see pricing below for 1 class per week or 2 classes per weekHoliday Schedule: Nov 11 - Jan 8Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: Barre (no classes on 12/25 & 1/1 - make ups on 12/26 & 1/2)Winter Jan/Mar Schedule: Jan 20 - March 12Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: BarreWinter Mar/April Schedule: March 17 - May 7Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: BarreSpring May/June Schedule: May 12 - July 2Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: Barre
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Fitness: Pilates & Barre Group Classes - Group Fitness: Holiday Session x2+/week
Group Pilate's and Barre Classes are back at Amherst Rec! Check out the schedule and class description below to find what works best for you. All fitness levels are welcome and each class will help you reach your fitness and health goals. Who: ages 16+ When: see schedule below Where: Buck Meadow. 32 NH101-A Amherst, NH Pricing Structure: see pricing below for 1 class per week or 2 classes per weekHoliday Schedule: Nov 11 - Jan 8Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: Barre (no classes on 12/25 & 1/1 - make ups on 12/26 & 1/2)Winter Jan/Mar Schedule: Jan 20 - March 12Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: BarreWinter Mar/April Schedule: March 17 - May 7Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: BarreSpring May/June Schedule: May 12 - July 2Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: Barre
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Monday January 13, 2025
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Fitness: Tai Chi/Qigong Fundamentals - Qigong/Tai Chi Fundamentals - Jan/Feb 2025 10:00-11:00
This class covers qigong/tai chi fundamentals of breath work, movement, posture alignment, and visualization. Consistently practicing these gentle, meditative movements improves balance, coordination, flexibility, strength and mental clarity. Safe and suitable for everyone. All movements can be modified and effectively compliment other health and wellness pursuits.Qigong/Tai Chi FundamentalsWho: Seniors and Adults 18+Where: Buck Meadow. 32 NH101-A When: Mondays 10:00am-11:00am & 11:15-12:15Oct/Dec Session: (10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9 - No Class 11/25, Make up 12/16)Jan/Feb 2025 Session: (1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10)Fee: $60R, $70NR (includes all materials)What to Bring: water bottleMin: 4 Max: 12
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11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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Fitness: Tai Chi/Qigong Fundamentals - Qigong/Tai Chi Fundamentals - Jan/Feb 2025 11:15-12:15
This class covers qigong/tai chi fundamentals of breath work, movement, posture alignment, and visualization. Consistently practicing these gentle, meditative movements improves balance, coordination, flexibility, strength and mental clarity. Safe and suitable for everyone. All movements can be modified and effectively compliment other health and wellness pursuits.Qigong/Tai Chi FundamentalsWho: Seniors and Adults 18+Where: Buck Meadow. 32 NH101-A When: Mondays 10:00am-11:00am & 11:15-12:15Oct/Dec Session: (10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9 - No Class 11/25, Make up 12/16)Jan/Feb 2025 Session: (1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10)Fee: $60R, $70NR (includes all materials)What to Bring: water bottleMin: 4 Max: 12
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2:45 PM - 4:00 PM
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Afterschool Art Studio at Wilkins - January 2025: Winter Wonderland Art (Mondays)
Come join the creative arts studio for kids in grades 1-4! Holly Majkut and Jessica Anderson are excited to collaborate and join forces to offer the afterschool arts program! Allow your child to discover or nurture their inner artist through exploring a variety of art materials. Art studio time will allow your child to create their own masterpieces. Specific art mediums will be introduced each monthly session to allow the artist exposure and increased experience. (Schedule below). Mini art history lessons will also be incorporated based upon the theme of the month to provide education regarding the history of the art style/technique. Sample ideas and directives will be available to assist with sparking creativity and imagination. This is not a formal art instruction class. The art studio concept focuses on creating and exploring art materials, having fun, and socializing. All art materials are provided and creations are brought home at the end of each class or the end of each monthly session.Who: Wilkins Students, Grades 1-4When: Mondays 2:45-4:00pm (see session dates below)Where: Wilkins Elementary School, art room. Pick-up in front of Wilkins at 4pmFee: See cost per session belowMax: 22January: Winter wonderland artMonday session dates: Jan 6, 13, 27. Max: 24 Price: $75February: Book Making/ScrapbookingMonday session dates: Feb 3, 10, 17Max: 24Cost: $75March: Art History Month (projects inspired by famous artists)Monday session dates: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31Max:24Price $125 (5 weeks)April: Abstract ArtMonday session dates: April 7, 14, 21Max: 24Price: $75.00May: Nature and landscape artMonday session dates: May 5, 12, 19Max: 24Price: $75
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Tuesday January 14, 2025
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8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
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Mini Artist - Early Bird Artist: Dec/Jan
Early Bird ArtistsEarly class for little ones who would love a 30 minute art class. Have fun making ornaments, penguins, snowman crafts and more! Who: 1 - 6 Year Old and their adultWhen: Tuesdays 8:30 - 9:00am (Tuesdays Dec 3, 10, 17, January 7, 14, 28)Where: Buck Meadow Clubhouse (32 NH 101-A)Fee: $60R, $75NRMin. 4, Max 12***************************************************************************************************** Mini Artists - Holiday ArtDec/Jan - Have fun making holiday crafts like reindeer ornaments, pinecone Christmas trees, bead candy canes and more!Who: 1 - 6 Year Old and their adultWhen: Tuesdays 10:00-10:45am (Tuesdays Dec 3, 10, 17, January 7, 14, 28)Where: Buck Meadow Clubhouse (32 NH 101-A)Fee: $90R, $105NRMin. 4, Max 12
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9:05 AM - 9:50 AM
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Tot Fitness - Tot Fitness: Dec/Jan
Have fun with fitness using bean bags, parachutes, rings, balls, and more. We’ll get your little ones moving and grooving with this fun routine!Who: Children ages 1yr-6yrs and their caregiversWhere: Buck Meadow 32 NH-101A, Amherst, NH 03031When: Tuesdays from 9:05 - 9:50 (Tuesdays Dec 3, 10, 17, January 7, 14, 28)Fee: $90.00R $105NR
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Mini Artist - Mini Artists - Dec/Jan
Early Bird ArtistsEarly class for little ones who would love a 30 minute art class. Have fun making ornaments, penguins, snowman crafts and more! Who: 1 - 6 Year Old and their adultWhen: Tuesdays 8:30 - 9:00am (Tuesdays Dec 3, 10, 17, January 7, 14, 28)Where: Buck Meadow Clubhouse (32 NH 101-A)Fee: $60R, $75NRMin. 4, Max 12***************************************************************************************************** Mini Artists - Holiday ArtDec/Jan - Have fun making holiday crafts like reindeer ornaments, pinecone Christmas trees, bead candy canes and more!Who: 1 - 6 Year Old and their adultWhen: Tuesdays 10:00-10:45am (Tuesdays Dec 3, 10, 17, January 7, 14, 28)Where: Buck Meadow Clubhouse (32 NH 101-A)Fee: $90R, $105NRMin. 4, Max 12
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2:45 PM - 4:00 PM
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Ukulele Lessons - Ukulele Grades 2-4 - Jan/Feb
We are so fortunate to have a growing Ukulele Program! We continue to offer After-School Classes with Robert Allwarden for children grades 2-4, and have evening classes for adults! After-School Ukulele for Grades 2-4Has your child wanted to learn an instrument, but you aren't sure you are ready to commit to the expense? Has the Ukulele craze caught their interest? Are you ready to see them spend time with something that does not have a glass screen??Classes are set up with a 5 week session. This class is for novice and continuing students, so students can "begin where they are". Robert has a great deal of experience identifying students' abilities and developing their skills to the next level.Students will work on chords and simple songs to play and sing. No prior knowledge is needed. All instructional materials will be provided, including ukuleles during instruction. If the students want to practice at home, they will need their own ukulele. Who: 2nd-4th Graders Where: After school at Wilkins Elementary, #13 the Music RoomWhen: Tuesday's, 2:45-3:45pm - Next Session Starting 1/14!Why: Because the Ukulele is Cool, Portable, Relatively Inexpensive, and FUN!Fee:$75R, $90NR We need a minimum of 5 students, with a maximum of 15*Thank you for respecting the 2nd grade cut off- we look forward to having your 1st grader join the program next year!Ukulele for Adults!Participants will learn the basic chords and receive sheet music with simple songs to begin playing. No prior knowledge is necessary, but if you have a beginning knowledge of ukulele, you are welcome to join us! Robert is very practiced in working with individual skills. We are happy to have anyone from age 18+ join us. Sign up with a friend or family member. Classes are set up with a 5 week session. All materials will be provided, including ukuleles. If you have one, bring it along, but if you do not, he has plenty to lend. If you wish to practice at home, you will need your own instrument.Our instructor is Robert Allwarden, Music Specialist at Wilkins Elementary and local performer. Who: Ages 18+Where: Wilkins Elementary, Room #13- the Music RoomWhen: Tuesday's 6-7pm - Next Session Starting 1/14!Why: What could make learning the Ukulele more fun than doing it with the ones you love!Fee:$75R, $90NR We need a minimum of 5 students, with a maximum of 15
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5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Northern Lights Amherst Cheer - Northern Lights Amherst Winter Cheer Grades 1-5
Northern Lights Amherst Winter CheerAll Star Cheer is a high energy, team-based, performance sport that is athletic, artistic and acrobatic. It involves athletes competing with a 2 and a 1/2 minute routine composed of tumbling, stunting, pyramids, dance and cheer segments. This will be NL Amherst’s 6th season! The winter program is for athletes of any ability level in grades 1-5! In the winter we practice once a week and go to 2-3 competitions (tentatively scheduled for Feb 15, March 30 and April 12) NL cheerleaders do not cheer at football or basketball games, instead focusing on 2-3 local competitions/performances. NL coaches and choreographers are trained in safety, technique and skill building. We are competitive but our program focuses first and foremost on fun and team building. Who: Grades 1 - 5th grade (teams will be split by age/grade)When: Practices Tuesday OR Thursday 5:30-7:00 (depending on team placements)Where: Amherst Middle School CafeteriaFee: $250R, $280NR (uniform fee not included) Equipment Needed: cheer shoes & uniformMax: 25 per team
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Ukulele Lessons - Ukulele for Adults - Jan/Feb
We are so fortunate to have a growing Ukulele Program! We continue to offer After-School Classes with Robert Allwarden for children grades 2-4, and have evening classes for adults! After-School Ukulele for Grades 2-4Has your child wanted to learn an instrument, but you aren't sure you are ready to commit to the expense? Has the Ukulele craze caught their interest? Are you ready to see them spend time with something that does not have a glass screen??Classes are set up with a 5 week session. This class is for novice and continuing students, so students can "begin where they are". Robert has a great deal of experience identifying students' abilities and developing their skills to the next level.Students will work on chords and simple songs to play and sing. No prior knowledge is needed. All instructional materials will be provided, including ukuleles during instruction. If the students want to practice at home, they will need their own ukulele. Who: 2nd-4th Graders Where: After school at Wilkins Elementary, #13 the Music RoomWhen: Tuesday's, 2:45-3:45pm - Next Session Starting 1/14!Why: Because the Ukulele is Cool, Portable, Relatively Inexpensive, and FUN!Fee:$75R, $90NR We need a minimum of 5 students, with a maximum of 15*Thank you for respecting the 2nd grade cut off- we look forward to having your 1st grader join the program next year!Ukulele for Adults!Participants will learn the basic chords and receive sheet music with simple songs to begin playing. No prior knowledge is necessary, but if you have a beginning knowledge of ukulele, you are welcome to join us! Robert is very practiced in working with individual skills. We are happy to have anyone from age 18+ join us. Sign up with a friend or family member. Classes are set up with a 5 week session. All materials will be provided, including ukuleles. If you have one, bring it along, but if you do not, he has plenty to lend. If you wish to practice at home, you will need your own instrument.Our instructor is Robert Allwarden, Music Specialist at Wilkins Elementary and local performer. Who: Ages 18+Where: Wilkins Elementary, Room #13- the Music RoomWhen: Tuesday's 6-7pm - Next Session Starting 1/14!Why: What could make learning the Ukulele more fun than doing it with the ones you love!Fee:$75R, $90NR We need a minimum of 5 students, with a maximum of 15
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Wednesday January 15, 2025
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8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
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Fitness: Gentle Yoga - Gentle Yoga Session Jan/Feb
Welcome to Gentle Yoga! This practice is ideal for any age and any ability. Through gentle yoga, you will learn a variety of ways to move that will improve your strength, balance and overall well-being. Regardless if you are beginner or have yoga experience, this class will be beneficial! What: Gentle YogaWhere: Buckmeadow Clubhouse When: Wednesday mornings from 8:30-9:30am Who: Anyone 18+Cost: $80R; $95NR
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Fitness: Older Adult Chair Yoga - Senior Chair Yoga Session Jan/Feb
Looking to increase balance and flexibility? Want to improve muscle tone and strength? Reduce your risk of falling? Join us at Buckmeadow Clubhouse for chair yoga Wednesday mornings at 10 am for a 45 minute session taught by Kathy MacKinnon, owner of Amherst Yoga Studio!
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2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Animal Detectives Afterschool Program - Animal Detectives - Afterschool Program
Let's get outside and become animal detectives! Winter is the perfect time to track animals. We will focus on tracking animals and learning what signs to look for along the trails to find out who has been there before us and what they have been up to. WHO: Grades 1-4WHEN: Wednesdays, January 15th, 22nd, 29th and February 5thTIME: 2:30pm -4:30pm WHERE: PMEC - 66 Brook Rd Amherst, NHFEE: $95.00 residents - $110.00-non-residents Transportation will be provided from Wilkins Elementary School to PMEC. Remember to register your child within the “Pick-up-Patrol” system through the Wilkins website.Sample Schedule:2:30 PM- Pick up at Wilkins2:40 PM- Arrive at PMEC2:45- Grab snack and then head outside!!! (Out on the trails we will engage in a fun weekly activity, animal tracking related! Activities will include games/physical activities,shelter building, outdoor survival skills, exploring habitat and learning about tracking animals at PMEC)3:45- 4:00 pm - Head back to PMEC4-4:30- Options: Gaga Ball, Weekly Nature Craft Project, Quiet homework time4:30-Pick up Please pick up on time. Any student remaining past 4:30pm will be billed a late fee. A minimum of 8 participants is needed to run this program.
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Thursday January 16, 2025
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Fitness: Functional Strength Training - Functional Strength Training - Jan/Feb
Functional strength training focuses on exercises that prepare the body for activities performed in daily life. Incorporating functional compound movements with added resistance or just body weight will increase muscle mass. Addition of muscle will improve strength, endurance, balance and overall fitness. Classes will include education on good form with activities that include progressions and regressions for each activity. This inclusive format allows beginners through advanced participants to work together.
Who: ages 16+ When: Thursday mornings @ 9:00am Where: Buck Meadow. 32 NH101- Amherst, NH Cost: $72R $87NRWhat to bring: yoga mat, light free weights and water
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Nature's Playground - Nature's Playground- January: Snow Much Fun
Welcome To Nature's Playground where adventure and fun awaits!At Nature's Playground we will have fun exploring different habitats and learning all about what you can find out in the amazing woods all around you. Each class we will begin with a story, then circle time to discuss a new topic and do an activity related to the topic. We will end with a take-home craft. Who: Children ages 3-6 and their caregiversWhere: Peabody Mill Environmental centerWhen: Classes are the first three Thursdays of each month- 10:00am-10:45am. Fee: $29R; $36NR
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5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Northern Lights Amherst Cheer - Northern Lights Amherst Winter Cheer Grades 1-5
Northern Lights Amherst Winter CheerAll Star Cheer is a high energy, team-based, performance sport that is athletic, artistic and acrobatic. It involves athletes competing with a 2 and a 1/2 minute routine composed of tumbling, stunting, pyramids, dance and cheer segments. This will be NL Amherst’s 6th season! The winter program is for athletes of any ability level in grades 1-5! In the winter we practice once a week and go to 2-3 competitions (tentatively scheduled for Feb 15, March 30 and April 12) NL cheerleaders do not cheer at football or basketball games, instead focusing on 2-3 local competitions/performances. NL coaches and choreographers are trained in safety, technique and skill building. We are competitive but our program focuses first and foremost on fun and team building. Who: Grades 1 - 5th grade (teams will be split by age/grade)When: Practices Tuesday OR Thursday 5:30-7:00 (depending on team placements)Where: Amherst Middle School CafeteriaFee: $250R, $280NR (uniform fee not included) Equipment Needed: cheer shoes & uniformMax: 25 per team
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Monday January 20, 2025
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Fitness: Tai Chi/Qigong Fundamentals - Qigong/Tai Chi Fundamentals - Jan/Feb 2025 10:00-11:00
This class covers qigong/tai chi fundamentals of breath work, movement, posture alignment, and visualization. Consistently practicing these gentle, meditative movements improves balance, coordination, flexibility, strength and mental clarity. Safe and suitable for everyone. All movements can be modified and effectively compliment other health and wellness pursuits.Qigong/Tai Chi FundamentalsWho: Seniors and Adults 18+Where: Buck Meadow. 32 NH101-A When: Mondays 10:00am-11:00am & 11:15-12:15Oct/Dec Session: (10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9 - No Class 11/25, Make up 12/16)Jan/Feb 2025 Session: (1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10)Fee: $60R, $70NR (includes all materials)What to Bring: water bottleMin: 4 Max: 12
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11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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Fitness: Tai Chi/Qigong Fundamentals - Qigong/Tai Chi Fundamentals - Jan/Feb 2025 11:15-12:15
This class covers qigong/tai chi fundamentals of breath work, movement, posture alignment, and visualization. Consistently practicing these gentle, meditative movements improves balance, coordination, flexibility, strength and mental clarity. Safe and suitable for everyone. All movements can be modified and effectively compliment other health and wellness pursuits.Qigong/Tai Chi FundamentalsWho: Seniors and Adults 18+Where: Buck Meadow. 32 NH101-A When: Mondays 10:00am-11:00am & 11:15-12:15Oct/Dec Session: (10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9 - No Class 11/25, Make up 12/16)Jan/Feb 2025 Session: (1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10)Fee: $60R, $70NR (includes all materials)What to Bring: water bottleMin: 4 Max: 12
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Fitness: Pilates & Barre Group Classes - Group Fitness: Winter Jan/Mar 2025 Session x1+/week
Group Pilate's and Barre Classes are back at Amherst Rec! Check out the schedule and class description below to find what works best for you. All fitness levels are welcome and each class will help you reach your fitness and health goals. Who: ages 16+ When: see schedule below Where: Buck Meadow. 32 NH101-A Amherst, NH Pricing Structure: see pricing below for 1 class per week or 2 classes per weekHoliday Schedule: Nov 11 - Jan 8Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: Barre (no classes on 12/25 & 1/1 - make ups on 12/26 & 1/2)Winter Jan/Mar Schedule: Jan 20 - March 12Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: BarreWinter Mar/April Schedule: March 17 - May 7Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: BarreSpring May/June Schedule: May 12 - July 2Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: Barre
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Fitness: Pilates & Barre Group Classes - Group Fitness: Winter Jan/Mar 2025 Session x2+/week
Group Pilate's and Barre Classes are back at Amherst Rec! Check out the schedule and class description below to find what works best for you. All fitness levels are welcome and each class will help you reach your fitness and health goals. Who: ages 16+ When: see schedule below Where: Buck Meadow. 32 NH101-A Amherst, NH Pricing Structure: see pricing below for 1 class per week or 2 classes per weekHoliday Schedule: Nov 11 - Jan 8Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: Barre (no classes on 12/25 & 1/1 - make ups on 12/26 & 1/2)Winter Jan/Mar Schedule: Jan 20 - March 12Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: BarreWinter Mar/April Schedule: March 17 - May 7Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: BarreSpring May/June Schedule: May 12 - July 2Mondays 6-7pm: Pilate's MatWednesdays 6-7pm: Barre
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Tuesday January 21, 2025
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Homeschool Science Classes - Homeschool Science Class - 3 months (Dec-February)
Homeschool Science Classes Welcome to Homeschool Science Class! We are thrilled to be kicking off the Fall school year with an exciting Homeschool curriculum. This year PMEC will be offering science classes once a month on Tuesday. The structure for each session includes, one hour science education and one hour play/social interaction. The classes will be divided by age during the first hour. Ages may combine for the second hour of various team building games and group activities.Please find below an outline of what we planned for each month. Hope you can join us!Who: Ages 5-7yrs & 8-10yrsWhat: Home School Science ClassesWhere: PMEC 66 Brook Rd Amherst, NH 03031 – Weather allowing, classes will be held outside.When: The 3rd Tuesday of every month - from 9:00am - 11:00am * This is a drop off class * We will need a minimum of 6 students students* All classes will have an element of outdoor time. September - Exploring Mini Beasts — Join us as we learn about small invertebrates living in our pond at PMEC. Students will become pond biologists and use nets and buckets and take a closer look into the pond life and what makes up a healthy ecosystem.October - Exploring Physics — We will learn about Newton's first law of motion and explore concepts like gravity, drag and impact. Students will design and make their own device for our egg drop challenge!!!November - Genetics/Heritability — Have you ever wondered why some dogs have floppy ears and some have pointy? Come learn about genes and heritability through man's best friend dogs! Learn how dogs are helping humans fight diseases.December – Owls/Winter birds -Join us as we explore these birds of prey along with other winter birds. We’ll talk about their physical characteristics and habitats. We will dissect owl pellets to see if we can identify what animals the owls have been eating and their place in the food web. January- Animal Tracking -We will explore how to identify animals by their tracks, understand how animals move, and learn about what animals are still awake in the woods near us during the winter months. Feb- Exploring the color red, Red Science -Celebrating the colors red and pink for Valentine’s Day join us as we do some fun science experiments that involve shades of red and pink.
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Homeschool Science Classes - Homeschool Science Class - January
Homeschool Science Classes Welcome to Homeschool Science Class! We are thrilled to be kicking off the Fall school year with an exciting Homeschool curriculum. This year PMEC will be offering science classes once a month on Tuesday. The structure for each session includes, one hour science education and one hour play/social interaction. The classes will be divided by age during the first hour. Ages may combine for the second hour of various team building games and group activities.Please find below an outline of what we planned for each month. Hope you can join us!Who: Ages 5-7yrs & 8-10yrsWhat: Home School Science ClassesWhere: PMEC 66 Brook Rd Amherst, NH 03031 – Weather allowing, classes will be held outside.When: The 3rd Tuesday of every month - from 9:00am - 11:00am * This is a drop off class * We will need a minimum of 6 students students* All classes will have an element of outdoor time. September - Exploring Mini Beasts — Join us as we learn about small invertebrates living in our pond at PMEC. Students will become pond biologists and use nets and buckets and take a closer look into the pond life and what makes up a healthy ecosystem.October - Exploring Physics — We will learn about Newton's first law of motion and explore concepts like gravity, drag and impact. Students will design and make their own device for our egg drop challenge!!!November - Genetics/Heritability — Have you ever wondered why some dogs have floppy ears and some have pointy? Come learn about genes and heritability through man's best friend dogs! Learn how dogs are helping humans fight diseases.December – Owls/Winter birds -Join us as we explore these birds of prey along with other winter birds. We’ll talk about their physical characteristics and habitats. We will dissect owl pellets to see if we can identify what animals the owls have been eating and their place in the food web. January- Animal Tracking -We will explore how to identify animals by their tracks, understand how animals move, and learn about what animals are still awake in the woods near us during the winter months. Feb- Exploring the color red, Red Science -Celebrating the colors red and pink for Valentine’s Day join us as we do some fun science experiments that involve shades of red and pink.
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2:45 PM - 4:00 PM
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Ukulele Lessons - Ukulele Grades 2-4 - Jan/Feb
We are so fortunate to have a growing Ukulele Program! We continue to offer After-School Classes with Robert Allwarden for children grades 2-4, and have evening classes for adults! After-School Ukulele for Grades 2-4Has your child wanted to learn an instrument, but you aren't sure you are ready to commit to the expense? Has the Ukulele craze caught their interest? Are you ready to see them spend time with something that does not have a glass screen??Classes are set up with a 5 week session. This class is for novice and continuing students, so students can "begin where they are". Robert has a great deal of experience identifying students' abilities and developing their skills to the next level.Students will work on chords and simple songs to play and sing. No prior knowledge is needed. All instructional materials will be provided, including ukuleles during instruction. If the students want to practice at home, they will need their own ukulele. Who: 2nd-4th Graders Where: After school at Wilkins Elementary, #13 the Music RoomWhen: Tuesday's, 2:45-3:45pm - Next Session Starting 1/14!Why: Because the Ukulele is Cool, Portable, Relatively Inexpensive, and FUN!Fee:$75R, $90NR We need a minimum of 5 students, with a maximum of 15*Thank you for respecting the 2nd grade cut off- we look forward to having your 1st grader join the program next year!Ukulele for Adults!Participants will learn the basic chords and receive sheet music with simple songs to begin playing. No prior knowledge is necessary, but if you have a beginning knowledge of ukulele, you are welcome to join us! Robert is very practiced in working with individual skills. We are happy to have anyone from age 18+ join us. Sign up with a friend or family member. Classes are set up with a 5 week session. All materials will be provided, including ukuleles. If you have one, bring it along, but if you do not, he has plenty to lend. If you wish to practice at home, you will need your own instrument.Our instructor is Robert Allwarden, Music Specialist at Wilkins Elementary and local performer. Who: Ages 18+Where: Wilkins Elementary, Room #13- the Music RoomWhen: Tuesday's 6-7pm - Next Session Starting 1/14!Why: What could make learning the Ukulele more fun than doing it with the ones you love!Fee:$75R, $90NR We need a minimum of 5 students, with a maximum of 15
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5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Northern Lights Amherst Cheer - Northern Lights Amherst Winter Cheer Grades 1-5
Northern Lights Amherst Winter CheerAll Star Cheer is a high energy, team-based, performance sport that is athletic, artistic and acrobatic. It involves athletes competing with a 2 and a 1/2 minute routine composed of tumbling, stunting, pyramids, dance and cheer segments. This will be NL Amherst’s 6th season! The winter program is for athletes of any ability level in grades 1-5! In the winter we practice once a week and go to 2-3 competitions (tentatively scheduled for Feb 15, March 30 and April 12) NL cheerleaders do not cheer at football or basketball games, instead focusing on 2-3 local competitions/performances. NL coaches and choreographers are trained in safety, technique and skill building. We are competitive but our program focuses first and foremost on fun and team building. Who: Grades 1 - 5th grade (teams will be split by age/grade)When: Practices Tuesday OR Thursday 5:30-7:00 (depending on team placements)Where: Amherst Middle School CafeteriaFee: $250R, $280NR (uniform fee not included) Equipment Needed: cheer shoes & uniformMax: 25 per team
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Ukulele Lessons - Ukulele for Adults - Jan/Feb
We are so fortunate to have a growing Ukulele Program! We continue to offer After-School Classes with Robert Allwarden for children grades 2-4, and have evening classes for adults! After-School Ukulele for Grades 2-4Has your child wanted to learn an instrument, but you aren't sure you are ready to commit to the expense? Has the Ukulele craze caught their interest? Are you ready to see them spend time with something that does not have a glass screen??Classes are set up with a 5 week session. This class is for novice and continuing students, so students can "begin where they are". Robert has a great deal of experience identifying students' abilities and developing their skills to the next level.Students will work on chords and simple songs to play and sing. No prior knowledge is needed. All instructional materials will be provided, including ukuleles during instruction. If the students want to practice at home, they will need their own ukulele. Who: 2nd-4th Graders Where: After school at Wilkins Elementary, #13 the Music RoomWhen: Tuesday's, 2:45-3:45pm - Next Session Starting 1/14!Why: Because the Ukulele is Cool, Portable, Relatively Inexpensive, and FUN!Fee:$75R, $90NR We need a minimum of 5 students, with a maximum of 15*Thank you for respecting the 2nd grade cut off- we look forward to having your 1st grader join the program next year!Ukulele for Adults!Participants will learn the basic chords and receive sheet music with simple songs to begin playing. No prior knowledge is necessary, but if you have a beginning knowledge of ukulele, you are welcome to join us! Robert is very practiced in working with individual skills. We are happy to have anyone from age 18+ join us. Sign up with a friend or family member. Classes are set up with a 5 week session. All materials will be provided, including ukuleles. If you have one, bring it along, but if you do not, he has plenty to lend. If you wish to practice at home, you will need your own instrument.Our instructor is Robert Allwarden, Music Specialist at Wilkins Elementary and local performer. Who: Ages 18+Where: Wilkins Elementary, Room #13- the Music RoomWhen: Tuesday's 6-7pm - Next Session Starting 1/14!Why: What could make learning the Ukulele more fun than doing it with the ones you love!Fee:$75R, $90NR We need a minimum of 5 students, with a maximum of 15
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