The ARMS Chorus will perform at the 40th Annual Merry Maple Celebration on the Town Common on December 4, 2015 beginning at 4:30 pm.  The Celebration begins at 3:00 pm with a chance to see emergency response vehicles at the Fire Station.  Hayrides will be offered from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. Crafts from 4:00 to 5:30 pm at Town Hall.  The tree lighting will be held at 4:45 pm. The UMass Minuteman Marching Band will arrive at 5:30 pm.  The event concludes with a chance to visit with Santa at 6 pm at the Strong House (next to the Jones Library).  For further information contact Carrie Carbone at the Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce, 253-0700 or carrie@amherstarea.org.