Amherst Community Connections Will Host Open House October 11
The new home of Amherst Community Connections at 256 North Pleasant Street. Photo: Google Mapa
Source: Amherst Community Connections
Amherst Community Connections, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to providing social services to the Amherst community and the surrounding areas, is celebrating its Sweet 16 anniversary with a special Open House and Community Arts Showcase on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at its new office, located at 256 North Pleasant Street, Amherst, MA.
The event is free and open to all. Guests will enjoy:
- Talent show and an exhibit of arts and crafts created by community members, celebrating their creativity, tenacity, and talents.
- Interactive activities, including a community art wall and memory jar.
- Tour the new and greatly improved office space and meet the workers and volunteers.
- Light refreshments are generously provided by local businesses.
“This Open House is a chance to celebrate 16 years of free community services helping our neighbors to access affordable housing, prevent eviction, pay rent/utility arrears, and obtain public benefits, while also shining a spotlight on the creativity and resilience of our members,” said Hwei-Ling Greeney, the Founder and Executive Director of Amherst Community Connections. “We invite everyone to stop by, connect with neighbors and community members, and be inspired.”
For more information, contact Hwei-Ling Greeney at 413-345-2613 or email ACCinAmherst@gmail.com or visit the website https://www.amherstcommunityconnections.net.