from the ARPS web site
All families, staff and community members are invited to the annual First Day Celebration on
Tuesday, September 1 from 5:00-6:30 p.m. on the Amherst town common.
Enjoy FREE pony rides, magic shows, disc golf, hula hoops, games, arts
and crafts, music, dance and more! Visit the community partner tables to
learn about local education, health and safety organizations. UMASS and
Amherst College mascots, athletes and cheerleaders will make
appearances. School bus tours and bus routes will be available. Local
police and fire departments will demonstrate safety equipment, and the
Amherst Lions Club will conduct vision screenings. Free parking is
available in the large lot at Amherst Regional High School, and the BID
Trolley will bring guests to/from the Town Common from 4:45-6:45pm.
Bring a picnic dinner from home or a local restaurant and visit with
friends, teachers, town officials and school staff. If inclement
weather is forecasted, the event will be held in the ARHS Cafeteria (21
Mattoon Street). For more information, view the PSA about this much-anticipated community event here.
