Amherst Youth & Community Coalition

09/12/2026

Another Free Family Fun program from Amherst Youth & Recreation. The Backyard Bonanza series starts Thur 9/17, 5:30pm-6:30pm. Secure your family’s spot today by calling: 716-631-7132 or signing-up online: amherstyouthandrec.org

🍂 It’s not too late to register! 🍂 Family Fun with our Backyard Bonanza series starts next week Thursday, and you won’t want to miss a single evening of it!
Check out our full fall lineup of park takeovers:
9/17 – Bassett Park (Near the bocce ball court) 🪩
9/24 – Billy Wilson Park (Soccer field) ⚽
10/1 – Clearfield Community Ctr. (Grass near Plaza Dr.) 🌳
10/8 – Harlem Road Community Ctr. (Backyard near pavilion) 🪾
10/15 – Williamsville Youth Center (Backyard near pavilion) 🍃
10/22 – Eggertsville Community Park (Near gazebo) 🍂
Program runs 5:30pm-6:30pm.
Secure your family’s spot today!
📞 Call us at: 716-631-7132 or sign-up online: amherstyouthandrec.org
See you in the backyard! 👋✨

07/26/2026

Check out this FREE Amherst Youth Leadership Experience for Teens ages 13-16 on Mon Aug 24 | 9AM – 5PM at Northwest Amherst Community Center , 220 Northpointe Pkwy, Amherst, NY 14228
🔗 Sign up online: amherstyouthandrec.org
📞 Questions? Call 716-631-7132 or email [email protected]

Calling all Teens ages 13-16 - are you looking for an incredible—and FREE—opportunity this summer? 🚀
The Town of Amherst Youth & Recreation Department is hosting the Youth Leadership Experience! This one-day event is packed with presentations and hands-on activities designed to build confidence, teamwork, and communication skills.

What you need to know:
TEEN LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Monday, August 24 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Northwest Amherst Community Center
220 Northpointe Parkway
Amherst, NY 14228
Cost: Completely FREE!

Highlights of the day include:
🎖️ New York State Citizen Preparedness Corps training
🐶 A special visit from Lyle the Therapy Dog 🐕 🖥️ Cybersecurity/Digital Safety presentation
🚚 Cheesy Chick Food Truck on-site ($10 optional lunch)
& more!

Don’t wait to secure your spot:
🔗 Sign up online: amherstyouthandrec.org
📞 Questions? Call 716-631-7132 or email [email protected]

07/22/2026

Sat July 25, Noon- 3PM, the Town of Amherst is partnering with Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village to host a free, family-friendly 250th Anniversary Celebration! Featuring live music by the Red Blazers Men's Chorus from Noon-1pm, crafts & games with Amherst YES, and more! Guided tours of BNHV's Historic Village will also be available at scheduled intervals.

Join as we celebrate America's 250th anniversary!
This Saturday, July 25, from 12:00PM to 3:00PM, the Town of Amherst is partnering with Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village to host a fun-filled 250th Anniversary Celebration.
This free, family-friendly event will feature live music by the Red Blazers Men's Chorus from Noon-1pm, crafts and games with Amherst YES, and more! Guided tours of BNHV's Historic Village will also be available at scheduled intervals.
We hope to see you there to celebrate with us!

07/04/2026

Fun, family-friendly 4th of July concert!

🇺🇸 Join the Town of Amherst Youth & Recreation Department tomorrow evening for a spectacular night of live music. Celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday with beautiful outdoor music in Bassett Park. Grab your favorite lawn chair or a cozy blanket, bring your family and friends, and enjoy the evening.
✨ Event Details:
🗓️ Date: Saturday July 4
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Bassett Park
🎟️ Concert is FREE and all are welcome!

See you there for an unforgettable, patriotic evening! Happy 4th! 🇺🇸 🎺

06/26/2026

🎉 Shoutout to the Amherst Youth Consortium (AYC) honorees who contributed 25+ Volunteer & Leadership Hours in 2025-26! 🎉 All AYC students are visible role models for healthy living and pledge to be ni****ne, alcohol, and drug-free! We look forward to our joint meeting with AYC members later this summer!

Congratulations to the 36 Amherst Youth Consortium Outstanding members who were honored at a ceremony on Sunday, June 14th. Your dedication, service and commitment have made a positive impact throughout our community. We are so very proud of these young leaders.

06/26/2026

FREE SUMMER CONCERTS AT BASSETT PARK! ☀️🎸
Grab your blankets, pack your lawn chairs, and bring the whole family down for a relaxing evening of live music at beautiful Bassett Park.
🧺✨ All shows start at 7:00 PM. Concerts are FREE and all are welcome!

🎵 FREE SUMMER CONCERTS AT BASSETT PARK! ☀️🎸
Grab your blankets, pack your lawn chairs, and bring the whole family down for a relaxing evening of live music at beautiful Bassett Park.
🧺✨ All shows start at 7:00 PM. Concerts are FREE and all are welcome!

🗓️ JULY SHOWS
Saturday, July 4th: 4th of July Concert featuring the Erie County Wind Ensemble
Wednesday, July 8th: Friends of Harmony 🎶
Wednesday, July 15th: Ladies First Jazz Ensemble 🎷
Wednesday, July 22nd: American Legion Band of the Tonawandas 🎺
Wednesday, July 29th: Celtic Spirit ☘️

🗓️ AUGUST SHOWS
Wednesday, August 5th: Pirate Dreams 🏴‍☠️
Wednesday, August 12th: The Nite Tones 🎵
Monday, August 17th: Shakespeare in the Park Touring presents Fools and Foes 🎭
Wednesday, August 19th: Hot Club Buffalo 🔥

See you at Bassett Park!

04/24/2026

Clear out your cabinets and help keep our community safe 💊💙

Join us on Saturday, April 25 for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day—a simple, safe way to dispose of expired or unused medications.

🕙 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
📍 DeGraff Medical Park (across from the Wellness Center)
📍 Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital (parking lot)

Just drive up and drop off your medications—no questions asked.

Proper disposal helps protect our water systems and reduces the risk of misuse at home.

Find additional drop-off locations: https://takebackday.dea.gov/
Explore year-round options: https://medtakebacknewyork.org/

04/16/2026

This free upcoming Middle School night is on Fri Apr 17, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM at Northwest Amherst Community Center, 220 Northpointe Pkwy., Amherst, NY Please register by calling 716-631-7132 or visiting amherstyouthandrec.org

Middle School Rec Night is coming this Friday and the Northwest Amherst Community Center is the place to be! 🎨🏀 All middle school students in the town of Amherst with valid middle school ID are welcome to come and hang out with friends and participate in all the activities.
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🗓️ When
This Friday, April 17
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Where
Northwest Amherst Community Center
220 Northpointe Pkwy., Amherst, NY
✨ What’s Happening?
Large Group Games: Epic activities for everyone to join!
Gym Fun: Classic sports and high-energy games.
Creative Crafts: Get hands-on and make something cool.
📝 Important Details - program is free of charge!
Who: Ages 10–13
Required: Valid Middle School ID
Register: Call 716-631-7132 or visit amherstyouthandrec.org

02/28/2026

Check out the upcoming Middle School nights at Northwest Amherst Community Center, 220 Northpointe Pkwy. All middle schoolers in the town of Amherst with valid school ID are welcome! To register call 716-631-7132 or visit amherstyouthandrec.org. Program is free of charge!

Another edition of Middle School night is coming up next week Friday! All middle schoolers in the town of Amherst with valid school ID are welcome to come hangout with friends and have a blast at the NWACC! Program will be held Friday, March 6, 6:30pm-8:30pm at the Northwest Amherst Community Center, 220 Northpointe Pkwy. Sign-up online or give us a call - program is free of charge!

02/01/2026

A Family-friendly LIFE-SIZED GAME NIGHT! on Fri Feb 6 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM in Northwest Amherst Community Center 220 Northpointe Pkwy., (Enter Door B). Cost: $1/person with valid Resident ID | $2/person Non-Residents
FEATURED GAMES:
🎩 Amherst Monopoly: Buy up the town on a massive scale!
🚢 Battleship: Command the fleet in a jumbo naval battle.
🦛 Hungry Hungry Hippos: Become the hippo in this high-energy race!
🧩 Memory & Scrabble: Big tiles, big moves.
Pre-registration necessary. Sign up online or call 716-631-7132.

🎲LIFE-SIZED GAME NIGHT! 🎲
Get ready to step inside the board for February Game Night! We’re supersizing your favorite classics for an unforgettable evening of giant-scale competition.

When: Friday, February 6 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: Northwest Amherst Community Center 220 Northpointe Pkwy., (Enter Door B)
Cost: $1/person with valid Resident ID | $2/person Non-Residents

FEATURED GAMES:
🎩 Amherst Monopoly: Buy up the town on a massive scale!
🚢 Battleship: Command the fleet in a jumbo naval battle.
🦛 Hungry Hungry Hippos: Become the hippo in this high-energy race!
🧩 Memory & Scrabble: Big tiles, big moves.

Pre-registration necessary. Sign up online or call 716-631-7132.