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The Market at Bassett Park

Location: Bassett Park

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  • Bassett Park - Sunday, June 11, 2023 10:00AM-2:00PM -

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  • Bassett Park - Sunday, July 9, 2023 10:00AM-2:00PM -

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  • Bassett Park - Sunday, August 13, 2023 10:00AM-2:00PM -

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  • Bassett Park - Sunday, September 10, 2023 10:00AM-2:00PM -

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All Upcoming Events

  • Saturday, April 1, 2023 - Nibbles for Nature - Parks Trivia Crawl Fundraiser
    Location: Various locations
    Time: 1:00PM - 4:00PM

    Description:

    Nibbles for Nature - Parks Trivia Crawl Fundraiser

    Are you ready to take on some parks related trivia, along with some general trivia in the first-ever "Nibbles for Nature" Trivia Crawl? Join Amherst Town Parks and the Amherst Youth Foundation for a fun afternoon of trivia in some amazing Amherst restaurants.

    Participating restaurants will have specials at each location. One full round of trivia will be conducted at each restaurant. Some prizes may be provided, but who needs those when bragging rights are on the line?!

    Tickets must be pre-ordered using this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nibbles-for-nature-parks-trivia-crawl-tickets-514927671527?fbclid=IwAR2515BZCkcBQeTCamgUB0Uc-mups95iOQXIxFBcNHmALFBBxrMcE_YJqMI Map and schedule will be emailed to all ticket holders prior to the event. Ticket proceeds benefit the Amherst Youth Foundation, an organization dedicated to supporting a broad range of programs to benefit the youth of Amherst, New York.

    All participating restaurants are 2023 Amherst Town Parks Sponsors.

  • Saturday, April 22, 2023 - Earth Day Cleanup at Amherst State Park
    Location: 390 Mill St, Williamsville, NY 14221
    Time: 1:00PM - 4:00PM

    Description:

    Help celebrate Earth Day by lending a hand in cleaning up Amherst State Park. Join volunteers from the Parks team, as well as residents and friends of the parks as they make their way from Mill Street, through the orchard section, and on some secret trails throughout the park. Open to all ages, children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Appropriate footwear and warm apparel recommended. Some trails are rough and not paved. Interested participants may register individuals or groups by emailing: egraczyk@amherst.ny.us

    View the complete event listing on social media - Earth Day Cleanup at Amherst State Park

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  • Sunday, June 11, 2023 - The Market at Bassett Park - Market at Bassett Park
    Location: Bassett Park
    Time: 10:00AM - 2:00PM

    Description:

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  • Saturday, July 1, 2023 - Day of Play at Veterans Canal Park
    Location: Amherst Veterans Canal Park - 146 Brenon Road, Amherst, NY 14228
    Time: 12:00PM - 4:00PM

    Description:

    Join Amherst Town Parks for a day of fun at Veterans Canal Park.

    Bring a lunch, or support a local food/ice cream truck. Public grills are available for use. Free public boat and kayak launch, lawn games, and LIVE MUSIC!

    No tickets or registration required.

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  • Sunday, July 9, 2023 - The Market at Bassett Park - The Market at Bassett Park
    Location: Bassett Park
    Time: 10:00AM - 2:00PM

    Description:

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  • Sunday, August 13, 2023 - The Market at Bassett Park - Market at Bassett Park
    Location: Bassett Park
    Time: 10:00AM - 2:00PM

    Description:

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  • Sunday, September 10, 2023 - The Market at Bassett Park - Market at Bassett Park
    Location: Bassett Park
    Time: 10:00AM - 2:00PM

    Description:

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About Amherst

The Town of Amherst was established in 1818 and celebrated its 200th Anniversary in 2018. The town has a geographical area of 53.6 square miles and a population of greater than 122,000.

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