AMHERST — More than $57,000 is being awarded to organizations and institutions that help build community in Amherst through participatory activities, such as music, theater and other programs. William Murray and Cody Rooney, who co-chair the Amherst Cultural Council, recently announced 60 grants to applicants, with the largest, at $7,000, supporting the sixth annual Odenong Powwow, and $5,000 going to the Black Business Association of Amherst Area, Inc. to put on the Juneteenth Jubilee. Flag raising for Black History MonthA flag raising to honor Black History Month will take place on the front steps of Town Hall, immediately before the Town Council meets at 6:30 p.m. Monday. The council recently adopted a proclamation asking residents to observe the month through reflection, education and community engagement. “I think we can raise prices and be undebatably the most affordable golf course in Massachusetts, from a lot of standards,” Diplock said.