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Amherst Recreation
Your Guide to Fall Recreation 2021

Stay Connected
AmherstMaRec.org
rec@amherstma.gov
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PrimeTime

                                              Afterschool
                                              Program

                                              State Licensed
                                              Experienced Directors &
                                              Staff
                                              CPR and First Aid Certified
                                              Staff
                                              Games and Activities
                                              Homework Help
                                              Field Trips

                                              At Crocker Farm Elementary School
                                              Begins Sept. 2nd | M - F, 2:40-5:30 PM
              Fee Subsidy                                 Monthly Fees:
               Available!
             *For income eligible
                                                        1 day/week - $68
              Amherst Residents                       2 days/week - $136
                                                      3 days/week - $204
                                                      4 days/week - $272
   Contact us for info today - 413-259-3065
rec@amherstma.gov | www.amherstmarec.org
                                                    Full week (5 days) - $306
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                                                                                                                               Amherst Recreation

                           Fall 2021 Recreation Guide
                                                           Amherst Recreation

                              Contents                                                                                    You can REGISTER...
PrimeTime Afterschool..........................                                                       We accept registrations on a first-come, first-serve basis
                                                                                                      until the maximum number of persons per program is
Message from our Director....................                                                         reached. We must receive complete payment (includ-
Special Events........................................                                                ing non-resident fees) at the time of registration. If
Cherry Hill Golf.....................................                                                 the program has filled, we will place your name on
                                                                                                      our waiting list. Early registration helps us reach the
Aquatics.................................................                                             minimum class numbers and ensures your space in a
Youth & Adult Enrichment ...................                                                          popular class.
Youth Sports..........................................                                                                                          Online
Adult Sports..........................................                                                                   www.AmherstMaRec.org
                                                                                                                        24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Policies & General Information.............                                                                        We accept VISA, Mastercard, and Discover
Fee Subsidy Application.......................
                                                                                                                                         By Phone
Registration Form..................................                                                                                   (413)259-3065
Town Facilities........................................                                                                   Call us during our office hours.
                                                                                                                         Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Facilities Map..........................................
                                                                                                                        By Mail
                                                                                                     170 Chestnut St. Suite #1, Amherst, MA 01002
                                                                                                    Send the registration form along with a check payable to the
                                                                                                    Town of Amherst. Upon receipt of your mail-in registration
      Amherst Recreation Commission                                                                   form and fee, you will be enrolled (space permitting).
                           Sanjay Arwade
                             Matt Cain
                           Youssef Fadel
                          Carolyn Mailler                                                           Sometimes additional programs are added to our lineup
                           Sarah Marshall                                                           after our program guide is printed. Look out for more
                         Victor Nunez-Ortiz
                                                                                                    Amherst Recreation programming beginning later this fall
                                                                                                    at www.amherstmarec.org

Cover Photo taken by Grace Marczuk

 Contact Us:
        GENERAL INFORMATION:
        Registration............................................................Diana Wheeler.......................... ....rec@amherstma.gov...........259-3065
        Cancellation Line......................................................................................................................................................259-3066
       ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF:
        Director...........................
        Operations Manager, Adult & Youth Ed..............Donna Woods...................woodsd@amherstma.gov....................259-3285
        Registration & Marketing Coordinator................Marion Jordan.................. jordanm@amherstma.gov...................259-3186

        PROGRAMMING STAFF:
        Afterschool Site Coordinator (Crocker Farm).....Grace Marczuk................. marczukg@amherstma.gov.................259-3177
        Aquatics . ...........................................................Katie Brown......................brownc@amherstma.gov.....................259-3230
        Adult Sports, Youth Sports, Cherry Hill Golf Course
        Sports Camps....................................................Noah Kramer.................... kramern@amherstma.gov...................259-3144
        Special Events, Camps, Outreach.....................Nicole Abelli...................... abellin@amherstma.gov......................259-3151
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                                               Message from our Director...
   Amherst Recreation

Dear Friends,
Thank you for your continued support of Amherst Recreation! It has been a wonderful summer filled with great
programs, camps and swimming at our outdoor pools. The new playground and spray pad at Groff Park have been
very popular and the new basketball courts at Mill River Recreation Area should be completed soon.
I am pleased to be serving in an interim capacity as the Town searches for a dynamic new leader for the depart-
ment. Look for updates on the search process on our website.

It is a challenging time for all of us as we work together to come through the pandemic. Our dedicated team of
staff, instructors, teachers, coaches and mentors are looking forward to serving you in the months ahead. I’d like to
again thank former Director Barb Bilz for her great leadership and vision during the past 20 years. Special thanks
also to our outgoing Commission Members, Meg Rosa, Becky Demling and Stephanie Jackson. I would also like
to welcome Sanjay Arwade and Matt Cain to the Commission. Thank you all for stepping up to serve the Amherst
community.

As the nights get cooler and the air a bit crisper we begin to think about the upcoming school year and our fall
program offerings. Look for details, updates and additions on our website at www.amherstmarec.org
I hope to see you out there using our parks, playgrounds and trails later this summer and into the fall.
Get out there and enjoy!

Sincerely,
Dave Ziomek
Interim Director

   Special Thanks
   A special thanks for the Amherst-Pelham Regional School District and to the excellent school
   department staff for their cooperation, which allows us to provide numerous activities in
   school facilities. We would also like to thank the Department of Public Works for maintain-
   ing the outdoor spaces we all share, the Health Department for keeping our community
   safe and informed during the pandemic, and to the Amherst Recreation Commission for
   their work and support.

   GIVE The Gift of Recreation
   We are now selling Amherst Recreation Gift Certificates. Our Gift
   Certificates are available for purchase online anytime or by sending
   a request to rec@amherstma.gov

   We believe that Recreation is for ALL
   Families who live in Amherst may qualify to receive financial assistance toward youth pro-
   gramming. Our fee subsidy program has helped many of our friends and neighbors par-
   ticipate in programs that truly enrich the lives of their children. To see if you qualify, please
   submit your fee subsidy application by visiting our website and completing the form. Sub-
   mit to rec@amherstma.gov
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Recreation Highlights and Updates
Stay Connected                          Stay Active                   Stay Social
Mad Science and Art Ventures            Amherst Recreation was        Here’s your chance to be in-
for Kids are bringing you all           recently voted Best Youth     volved in the community
things “Wild and Crazy!”                Sports leagues by Readers     through the Theater!
                                        Choice 2021!
Sometimes additional programs are                                     Auditions are being held
added to our lineup after our program   NEW 3 V 3 Lacrosse for boys   soon - Call to schedule yours
guide is printed. Look out for more     and girls.                    today! 413-259-3065
Amherst Recreation programming
                                        Don’t miss registration for
beginning later this fall at
                                        Amherst Youth Basketball
www.amherstmarec.org
                                        League.
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     Amherst Recreation

                                                               Memberships                      Resident/
                                                                                             Non-Resident
Located at 323 Montague Road, in Amherst, Cherry Hill           Adult Regular                    $609/$660
Golf Course is a 9-hole municipal facility set on some
                                                               Junior Under 17                   $168/$187
of the most beautiful land that the Connecticut River
Valley has to offer. The course features ponds, wetlands     Senior Membership                   $494/$545
and a wide variety of trees, birds and wildlife. From the    Couple Membership                 $1,103/$1,210
upper course tee boxes, fairways and greens, players            Senior Couple                   $935/$1,029
       enjoy a scenic view of the Berkshire Hills.
                                                               College Student                   $399/$399
                  Check our website
www.amherstma.gov/373/Cherry-Hill-Golf-Course               *The Town of Amherst Reserves the right to adjust member-
for information about Tournaments, Memberships,             ship rates each season. New rates may apply in Spring 2022.
Leagues, Clinics and book your next tee time!                         Clubhouse phone # 413-256-4071
Come play the Hill soon!                                                       Open to the Public
                                                                         9 holes - $16 Adult, $8 Youth
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Swim Lessons
 Check out our NEW Lesson Format!                                        Amherst Recreation

   We believe that swimming is a life skill. Our qualified instructors love teaching water safety and great
   technical swimming to our community.
   The first day of each session will consist of testing to ensure that each swimmer is placed in the ap-
   propriate group. Join us!

   Parent & Child - Ages 6 months - 3 years
   Guppies - Introduction to water with parent or guardian.
   Skills emphasized: Water comfort | Blowing bubbles | Socialization
   Ages 3-6 years
     Yellow Group- Entry Level class without parent
     Green Group - Swimmers with some experience
   Ages 7 - 14 years
     Red Group - Novice Swimmers
     Blue Group - Experienced Swimmers

  Fall Swim Lessons take place at the Indoor Pool at the Amherst Middle School
  170 Chestnut St. , Amherst MA 01002

  For questions or concerns relating to Aquatics, please contact Aquatics Coordinator, Katie
  Brown at brownc@amherstma.gov
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                                              Swim Lessons
 Amherst Recreation

                                     Fall Swim Sessions
                         Session 1: September 28 - October 21, 2021
                         Session 2: October 26 - November 18, 2021
                              $75 residents, $85 non-residents
Parent & Child Lessons
Ages 6 months - 3 years with parent
Introduction to water with parent or guardian.
Skills emphasized: Water comfort | Blowing bubbles | Socialization
142300 A Tuesday & Thursday 5:00-5:25 PM
142300 B Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-5:55 PM

Ages 3 - 6 Years

  Yellow Group- Entry Level class without parent
142300 C Tuesday & Thursday 5:00-5:25 PM
142300 D Tuesday & Thursday 6:00-6:25 PM

   Green Group - Swimmers with some experience
142300 E Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-5:55 PM
142300 F Tuesday & Thursday 6:30-6:55 PM

 Ages 7 - 14 Years

   Red Group - Novice Swimmers
 142300 G Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-5:55 PM
 142300 H Tuesday & Thursday 6:30-6:55 PM

   Blue Group - Experienced Swimmers
 142300 I Tuesday & Thursday 5:00-5:25 PM
 142300 J Tuesday & Thursday 6:00-6:25 PM

       Fall & Winter Lessons take place at the Indoor Pool at the Amherst Middle School
                             170 Chestnut St. , Amherst MA 01002

      Coming Winter 2022 we will be offering more lessons, including Adult Swim Instruction!
        For questions or concerns relating to Aquatics, please contact Aquatics Coordinator
                             Katie Brown at brownc@amherstma.gov

                              We require masks to be worn to ALL Indoor Programming
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141431 Qi Gong with Natalie Imbier (Adult Health & Wellness)
Gong (pronounced CHEE GONG) is a holistic system of cultivating and balancing the body’s internal energy, called Qi. This mind-body awareness exercise is
composed of gentle stretching and flowing exercises, rhythmic breathing and meditation. Enjoy greater flexibility, strength, balance, and vitality as well as
decreasing stress, tension, and stiffness.
Dates: Session A - 9/29/2021 - 11/3/2021, Session B - 11/10/2021 - 12/15/2021
When: Wednesdays 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Meeting at the Munson Library
Fee: $99 residents/$109 non-residents

ArtVentures for Kids and Mad Science (Youth Enrichment)
ArtVentures - “Where the Wild Things Art” - Grades K-5 - Art adventurers explore many whimsical and original art forms and techniques, discovering clay
and collage, painting and drawing, mask-making and decorating, just to name a few! Sculpt colorful monsters and clay pots, design ceramic robots, deco-
rate birdhouses and wooden guitars, create tape resist t-shirts and so much more. Plus, hear wonderful stories, such as “Where the Wild Things Are” and
“Nova the Robot,” each relating to a work of art.
Dates: 9/21/2021 - 11/23 (No Class 11/2/2021)
When: Tuesdays 4:00-5:00 PM
Meeting at the Bangs Community Center
Fee: $149 includes all materials - REGISTRATION LINK: www.ARTventuresforkids.com

Mad Science - “Crazy Contraptions” - Crazy Contraptions - Grades 2-6 - Rube Goldberg became famous for his drawings of complex machines that perform
very simple tasks. Children will learn about simple machines and de­vices to transfer energy, then design, build, and test their own wacky Rube Goldberg
machines using every-day material.
Dates: 9/23/2021 - 11/18/2021, 12/2/2021 (No Class 11/11, 11/25)
When: Thursdays 4:00-5:00 PM
Meeting at the Bangs Community Center
Fee: $170 includes all materials - REGISTRATION LINK: https://westnewengland.madscience.org/

Dance With Emily
142131 A - Dance Discovery for K-2nd grade (Youth Enrichment)
This is a creative movement class, with some yoga games. Energetic and engaging for younger kids to get a feel for movement and have fun at the same
time. We suggest dancers bring a yoga mat and water bottle.
Dates: 9/13/2021 - 10/18/2021
When: Mondays 4:00-4:45 PM
Meeting Outdoors at the Mill River Pavilion
Fee: $99 residents/ $109 non-residents

142131 B - Hip Hop for 3rd-5th grade (Youth Enrichment)
Move to fun music as we explore different rhythms and syncopated beats. It’s also great exercise! Bring a water bottle.
Dates: 9/15/2021 - 10/20/2021
When: Wednesdays 4:00-4:45 PM
Meeting Outdoors at the Mill River Pavilion
Fee: $99 residents/ $109 non-residents

142131 C - Dance and Yoga for Seniors (Adult Health & Wellness)
Stretch, move and gain balance and control. Join Emily in a joyful movement class which incorporates both yoga and dance. We suggest dancers bring a
yoga mat and water bottle.
Dates: 9/14/2021 - 10/19/2021
When: Tuesdays 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Meeting Outdoors at the Mill River Pavilion
Fee: $99 residents/ $109 non-residents

                           Red Cross Certification Courses coming late Fall 2021. Stay tuned!

                                    We require masks to be worn to ALL Indoor Programming
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                                                                                                                                            Come Play with Us!
                                                                         Fall Youth Sports
            DATES                         WHEN                            SPORT                     WHERE                INSTRUCTOR            AGES        FEES
                                                                                                                                                         $65 (add
          9/4 - 10/30                 Sat, 3-4:30PM                3 V 3 Boys Lacrosse        MS Tennis Courts Charlie Edwards 12--18                    on $35)
                                                                                                                                                         $65 (add
        9/5 - 10/31          Sun, 3-4:30PM                 3 V 3 Girls Lacrosse     Groff Park     Pat Schilling 12--18                                  on $35)
        9/6 - 10/21     Mon, Wed, Thu, 4-5:45PM                HS Ultimate          Fort River     Joe Costello 14--18                                      $69
        9/8 - 10/13       Wed, 4:30-5:30PM                      Ace Tennis       MS Tennis Courts Jamie Morrell 8--12                                       $99
    9/14 - October 2021           TBA                        Girls on the Run       Mill River        GOTR         7--14                                   $150
        9/20-11/11       Mon, Thu, 3:30-5:30PM                MS Ultimate           Fort River    Chris Cianfrani 10 -- 14                                  $69
                                                         Pre-Season Basketball
             10/23              Sat, 10a-12p & 1-3p                Clinic            HS Gym       ARHS Coaches 5--14                                         $5
                                                        Amherst Youth Basketball
     12/11-March 2022                    TBA                      (AYBL)               TBA              TBA        5--18                                    $189
       Tryouts 10/20,                                     Suburban Basketball
        10/21, 10/23           Wed, Thu, Sat, times TBA      League Tryouts          MS Gym          League       10--15                                    TBA

    142305 High School Ultimate with Joe Costello                                     142304 Middle School Ultimate with Jim
                                                                                      Pistrang & Chris Cianfrani
    For boys and girls in grades 9-12. This program will provide a fun and com-
    petitive venue for high school students to play Ultimate. Play two games          For boys and girls in grades 5-8. Jim Pistrang and Chris Cianfrani will run
    per week with skills and drills session on Mondays. Game days - Wednes-           the clinics, consisting of workshops and drills followed by scrimmags every
    days & Thursdays with makeups on Tuesdays.                                        session. The workshops and drills focus on basic skills and strategis, and are
                                                                                      designed to ensure maximum invlovement for all players. Novice and ex-
    Dates: 9/6/2021 - 10/21/2021                                                      periences players are welcome. Ultimate is an active sport - players should
    When: Mon., Wed., & Thu., 4:00-5:45 pm                                            expect to run hard every session.
    Meeting at the Fort River Fields
    Fee: $69 residents/$79 non-residents                                              Dates: 9/20/2021 - 11/11/2021
                                                                                      When: Mon. & Thu., 3:30-5:30 pm
                                                                                      Meeting at the Fort River Fields
                                                                                      Fee: $69 residents/ $79 non-residents

    142110 Ace Tennis with Jamie Morrell                                                 142104 3 V 3 Lacrosse for Boys & Girls
    For boys and girls ages 8-12. Participants will be grouped by age and skill          For all levels ages 12-18. Play quick scrimmages against teams of 3 on a
    level. Jamie is the Tennis Club Pro at Bay Road Tennis Club at Hampshire             smaller field. No goalies or checking. Great opportunity to learn the sport
    College. Morrell’s coaching achievements include Amherst College assis-              of refine skills. In addtion to games, there will be practice drills and instruc-
    tant men’s coach, head coach for the men and women’s tennis teams at                 tional time each week. *Optional add-on subscription to USA Lacrosse.
    Springfield College, and instructing at several other tennis camps includ-
                                                                                         • A - Boys with Charlie Edwards - 9/4/2021 - 10/30/2021
    ing Bollettieri Tennis Academy and the Nike tennis camps. Participants
                                                                                         When: Saturdays 3:00-5:30 pm
    should wear t-shirts, shorts, tennis shoes and bring their own rackets and
                                                                                         Meeting at the Middle School Tennis Court
    water bottles.
                                                                                         • B - Girls with Pat Schilling - 9/5/2021 - 10/31/2021
    Dates: 9/8/2021 - 10/13/2021                                                         When: Sundays 3:00-5:30 pm
    When: Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 pm                                                        Meeting at Groff Park
    Meeting at the Middle School Tennis Court                                            Fee: $65 residents/$75 non-residents (*Add-on Option - $35)
    Fee: $99 residents/$109 non-residents

                                   We require masks to be worn to ALL Indoor Programming
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                            Youth Sports
                                                                                  Amherst Recreation

                       Amherst Youth Basketball                                                AYBL
                           League (AYBL)                                              Pre-Season Players’ Clinic
                          Recreational Basketball League                                      Saturday, October 23
                           Jamboree on December 11, 2021                                Girls’ clinic K-8 10 AM - 12 PM
                        Games begin Saturday, January 8th, 2022                           Boys’ clinic K-8    1 - 2 PM

Coed League                                                                         The best opportunity to get ready for the
                                                                                                   season!
142300 A Instructional Division
                                                                                         Learn and review basic skills:
Grades K-2
Fort River and Wildwood Schools on                                                       Dribbling, Shooting, Passing, Rebounding,
Saturdays or Sundays                                                                    Defensive & Offensive footwork/strategies
The Coed Division does not play formal
                                                                                    Clinics led by ARHS Basketball coaching staff
games. NOTE: If your child is in 2nd grade
and ready for games, they are eligible to
                                                                                                    $5/child
play in the 2-3 Boys or 2-4 Girls division.
                                                                                    Amherst High School Gym, pay at door
                                                                                     All proceeds benefit ARHS basketball

Boys’ Divisions
142300 B		Grades 2-3		Sunday PM		Wildwood or Fort River            Fees per Division
142300 D 		Grades 4-6 		Saturday AM 		Middle School
                                                                   Grades K-2 (Coed) $95 ($20 late fee after 11/22
142300 F 		Grades 7-8 		Saturday PM		Middle School
                                                                   Grades 2-8 Division $125 ($20 late fee after 11/22)
142300 H		Grades 9-12		Saturday PM     High School
                                                                   Grades 9-12 Boys & Grades 8-12 Girls $135
Girls’ Divisions                                                   ($20 late fee after 11/22)
142300 C		Grades 2-4 Sunday PM Wildwood or Fort River
142300 E		Grades 5-7 Saturday AM Middle School
142300 G		Grades 8-12 Saturday PM Middle School or High School

                                                                          Coaches Wanted Share your love/knowledge
                                                                         of basketball, and have a fun & rewarding expe-
Team/Friend Requests
Players in grades K-6 may list ONE (1) friend. No guarantees              rience working with local children. No previous
for placement. Register prior to November 14th for preference.                        experience necessary!
Team Assignments
You will receive a call or email from your coach regarding prac-
tice times and game schedules.
                                                                        Referees Wanted A basic understanding of the
                                                                       rules of basketball is required.Training provided in
                                                                       Novemeber. Must be available to work Saturdays
                                                                            and/or Sundays throughout the season.
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                                                                        Contact Noah Kramer for Available Positions
                                                                                 kramern@amherstma.gov
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         Suburban Basketball League
 Tentative dates for suburban basketball team tryouts are set for the upcoming 2021-2022 season.
 Players are encouraged to attend BOTH sessions to maximize their chances of making the team.
                           Location: Amherst Reg. Middle School Gym
                                                                                                           Tryouts
Important Sign-Up Information
If your child is planning to try out for one of the Suburban                    Dates		               Times
Basketball teams, register them for the recreational                            Wed., Oct. 20          5/6th grade boys - 5:30-7:00 p.m.
league before the late date anyway – they will then be                                                 7/8th grade boys - 7:00-8:30 p.m.
guaranteed a spot on a recreational team if they do not                         Thur., Oct. 21         5/6th grade girls - 5:30-7:00 p.m.
make the Suburban team. If they DO make a team, the                                                    7/8th grade girls - 7:00-8:30 p.m.
recreational registration fee can then be applied toward
the Suburban fee.                                                               Sat., Oct. 23          5/6th grade girls -      10:00-11:30 a.m.
                                                                                		                     7/8th grade girls -      11:30-1:00 p.m.
                                                                                		                     5/6th grade boys -       1:00-2:30 p.m
                                                                                		                     7/8th grade boys -       2:30-4:00 p.m.
 General Information
 l Suburban Basketball is a travel team, so participants/parents should be prepared to commit to a full schedule
 of practices/games/tournaments from December through early March.
 l There is no cost to try out, BUT if a player does make the team, there will be a participation fee that will be
 based on the cost of uniforms, officials, travel, tournament entry fees, etc.
 l There will be at least one team chosen for each division (5th/6th & 7th/8th). If there is perceived to be sufficient
 interest/talent remaining, a second team (“B” Team) will be formed.
 l Only students who attend ARMS or are a resident of Amherst, Pelham, Shutesbury or Leverett are eligible.

Girls on the Run
Our fall programming season starts the week of September 14th, and right now, GOTR of Western MA is hard at work to ensure girls will continue to build
connectedness, strengthen their social-emotional health and engage in physical activity. Interested in running? Interested in coaching? Let us know!
To learn more and register visit: www.girlsontherunwesternma.org
Dates: Starting 9/14/2021
When: TBA
Meeting at the Mill River
Fee: $150 (sliding scale)

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                 Policies and General Information
 Personal Information Online, by Phone & by Mail
 Customers purchasing tickets and registering for programs and classes are added to our Amherst Recreation database
 automatically and will receive information by mail regarding our programs, classes, events and performances. Customers
 transacting business with us online will also be added to our email list and may receive emails about our programs,
 performances and classes. Please note you may opt out of the mail or email list if you contact our registration desk by phone
 (413) 259-3065 or by email. Once you have opted out of these lists you will permanently be removed from the email list
 but will be added to the mailing list whenever you purchase tickets or register for a program. Amherst Recreation does not
 sell, lease or rent its email list to third parties. Amherst Recreation is a municipal department within the Town of Amherst.
 In situations where personal or identifying information is submitted (i.e. email messages or forms), this information will
 not be released unless required to do so by the Massachusetts Public Record Law. With certain exceptions, emails and
 letters to Town officials and departments are public documents under State law.

 Fee Reduction Program
 Amherst Recreation and the Amherst Recreation Commission recognize that the charging of fees for programs may place
 such an economic hardship on some individuals that they are unable to participate. For that reason, Amherst Recreation
 ensures that all programs are available at a reduced rate to qualified Amherst residents (certain restrictions will apply). Visit
 our website to apply.

 Insurance/Liability
 Many recreation activities have inherent risks associated with participation. Amherst Recreation is not able to provide
 accident or hospitalization insurance ance for program participants. Therefore, all participants are strongly advised to have
 adequate personal coverage. Participation in all department programs shall be at the registrant’s own risk.

 No Smoking Policy
 Please be aware that smoking is prohibited in school buildings and on school grounds at all times. Smoking is also prohibited
 in town buildings.

 Nonresident Fee
 Some Amherst Recreation administrative and programmatic costs are covered by Amherst tax dollars. Therefore, those
 who are not residents of Amherst will be assessed a $10 surcharge for each program in which they register.

 Photographs of Activities
 Occasionally, Amherst Recreation will have a photographer take pictures of our programs for use in our program guide,
 website and other media. If you or any member of your family are a participant of a program and DO NOT wish to have
 your picture used by Amherst Recreation, please contact our office before the end of the program.

 Postponements and Cancellations
 In instances of bad weather during the day or on weekends, announcements regarding program cancellations will be available
 after 4:30 p.m. at the Amherst Recreation office, (413) 259-3066. If there is insufficient registration or other reasons to
 prevent an acceptable presentation of an activity, Amherst Recreation reserves the right to cancel a program.

 Refunds
 Ticket purchases are non-refundable. For Programs or class registrations: All refund/transfer requests MUST be made in
 writing. All cancellations/transfers are subject to a $10 processing fee. If Amherst Recreation makes the decision to cancel
 a class for any reason and we are unable to make up the class, we will issue partial account credit for cancelled class
 sessions.

 Inclusion & Accessibility
 Requests for special needs accommodations must be made in writing, email, or faxed three weeks prior to the start of a
 program. We will do our best to successfully accommodate your need. Questions? Contact us at 413-259-3065, email:
 rec@amherstma.gov
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                             Amherst Recreation
                          Fee Reduction Application
                     Amherst Recreation, 170 Chestnut St., Suite 1, Amherst, MA 01002
                                 phone: 413-259-3065, fax: 413-259-2407
                      website: www.AmherstMaRec.org, email: rec@amherstma.gov

                       Please contact us if you would like help completing this application.
                        All information provided on this application is strictly confidential.

Section A: Information About You and Your Family
Today's Date________________                     Your Title (Optional) Mr.____ Miss____ Ms.____ Mrs.____

Your Name: _________________________________________________
              (First)             (Last)              (M.I.)

Mailing Address: ________________________________________________________________________
                (Street, P.O. Box)              (Town)              (State)            (Zip)

Residential Address: ________________________________________________________________________
                       (Street)                   (Town)            State)              (Zip)

Phone Number: __________________            __________________ Email:_______________________________
              (Home)                               (Cell)

1. Do you have legal dependants who live with you more than half the year? Yes____ No____
Please list their names and dates of birth. If you need more space, please use the back of this form.

Name______________________________________                 DOB ___/___/_____               ___Male ___ Female

Name______________________________________                  DOB ___/___/_____              ___Male ___ Female

Name______________________________________                  DOB ___/___/_____              ___Male ___ Female

Name______________________________________                  DOB ___/___/_____              ___Male ___ Female

2. How many adults live in the household including yourself? ________________________________

3. Do you have another household member that contributes financially to the household? Yes___ No__

Name________________________________________________Relationship to you______________________

4. Are there other people contributing financially to your household? Yes____ No____

Name__________________________________Address______________________Phone__________________

5. Are you eligible for the Voucher Day Care Program? Yes____ No____ Unknown____
Please first utilize the Voucher Day Care Program when applying for day camp or after school program
assistance.
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    Section B: Information About Your Need for Assistance

    Directions: Choose ONE of the following three methods for us to verify your need for assistance:

    Method A
    Use previous year income tax figures from a completed or estimated IRS form 1040, 1040A or 1040EZ.

    1. Number Exemptions:______________                         2. Adjusted Gross Income: $______________________

    3. Please attach a copy of your most recent tax form to this application.

                                                             - OR -
    Method B:                                                    Method C:
    Answer the following and provide verification/documen- Answer the following and provide verification/documen-
    tation for each source of income.                     tation for each source of income.

    1. Income earned from employment (please                     1. Child Support Received for all Children
    provide at least 4 consecutive paystubs).                                                     $____________

            You                        $____________             2. Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC)
                                                                                                 $____________
            Spouse/Partner             $____________
                                                                 3. Social Security/Pension Benefits
    2. Annual Interest Income          $____________                                            $____________

    3. Dividend Income                 $____________             4. SSI (Supplemental Security Income)
                                                                                                 $____________
    4. Alimony                         $____________
                                                                 5. Food Stamp Benefits          $____________
    5. Unemployment Benefits            $____________
                                                                 6. Workers' Compensation       $____________
    6. Help from another               $____________
                                                                 7. Student Loans, Grants or Scholarships
    7. Self-Employed Income            $____________                                            $____________
     (please attach financial statement for past 12 months)
                                                                 8. Free or Reduced Lunch Free______ Reduced ____
    8. Other Income (please specify)
    _______________________         $____________                9. Veteran's Services (State or Federal)
                                                                                                  $____________
    TOTAL INCOME                       $____________
                                                                 10. Trust Funds, Annuities, or Settlements
                                                                                                  $____________

                                                                 TOTAL INCOME                   $____________

   I verify that all information contained in this application is accurate and true to the best of my
   knowledge and that this application reflects my household's true total income. I understand that
   I am required to notify Amherst Recreation immediately of any changes that increase my total
   household income.

                                                        Signature                                     Date
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Amherst Recreation            U.S. Postage
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  170 Chestnut St., Suite 1   Permit No. 15
    Amherst, MA 01002         Amherst, MA

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