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Monday, August 110:30—11:30 AMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Learn How to Play the Ukulele
Want to try an instrument that is fun and easy to play? Join Julie Stepanek as she shows the fundamentals of ukulele playing. No experience necessary. Bring your own ukulele or borrow one of hers. Ages 8+. This program will be held outside. If it's too hot or it rains, we will be moving the program inside the library.…Learn MoreMonday, August 13:00—4:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Lego Downhill Racing
Build your own vehicle with our Legos and race against other participants on our custom-made downhill track! Ages 5+
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Tuesday, August 29:30—10:00 AMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
CANCELED - Baby/Toddler Storytime at the library!
Join us for Baby/Toddler Storytime on Tuesdays at the library! Stories, songs, rhymes, and movement for infants and toddlers. If the weather is pleasant, we'll meet outside on the library lawn. Registration required. Please register for each storytime individuallyQuestions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s Children’s Department at rcarter@minlib.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 29:30—10:15 AMOffsite
Singalong Storytime at the Discovery Museum
Join Mr. Robert AND Ms. Amy -- Head of Children's Services at Goodnow Library in Sudbury -- for a special Singalong Storytime at the Discovery Museum. No need to register, but an admission fee to the museum may be required.
Discovery Museum
177 Main Street (Route 27)
Acton, Massachusetts 01720
Phone: 978-264-4200
fun@discoveryacton.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 24:00—4:15 PMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Read to a Dog
Note: This program will take place inside the Story/Crafts room. We will make every effort to maintain social distancing.
Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud to Zora, a charming, very clever Golden Retriever. Zora has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 24:15—4:30 PMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Read to a Dog
Note: This program will take place inside the Story/Crafts room. We will make every effort to maintain social distancing.
Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud to Zora, a charming, very clever Golden Retriever. Zora has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 24:30—4:45 PMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Read to a Dog
Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud to Zora, a charming, very clever Golden Retriever. Zora has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener. Zora and her person are members of the Pets and People Foundation.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 24:45—5:00 PMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Read to a Dog
Note: This program will take place inside the Story/Crafts room. We will make every effort to maintain social distancing.
Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud to Zora, a charming, very clever Golden Retriever. Zora has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener.…Learn More3
Wednesday, August 310:30—11:00 AMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Storytime with Miss Sammy
Join Miss Sammy for a fun storytime filled with great books and songs! Geared towards ages 3-6, but all are welcome! We'll meet on the library lawn in good weather, or in the Meeting Room in case of inclement weather. Questions? Email Sammy at sgradwohl@minlib.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 32:00—3:30 PMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Summer STEAM Workshop - Water Bottle Rockets
A different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) workshop every week during the summer. Ages 7+
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Thursday, August 410:00—10:45 AMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Preschool Storytime at the Library!
Interactive Storytime with Miss Elise geared toward preschoolers ages 3 and up. All are welcome!
Picture Books, singing and movement!
Registration Required! Thursday mornings 10 am - 10:45 am. Please register for each storytime individually.…Learn MoreThursday, August 43:00—3:30 PMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Children's Crafting at the Library!
Please join us at the library for Children's Crafting!
All material provided.
Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s Children’s Department at rcarter@minlib. net
Sponsored by the Acton Memorial Library Foundation.Thursday, August 47:00—8:00 PMActon Memorial LibraryActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Back Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Summer Concert on the Lawn: PanNeubean Steel DUO
PanNeubean Steel is a Steelpan lead Caribbean band that specializes in showcasing the beautiful sounds of the Islands. Music will include a soulful blend of Reggae, Soca and Calypso.
Raised on Cape Cod, Musician/Artist Jefferey Clayton(Music Director, Music Educator), founded PanNeubean Steel to share his passion for music.…Learn More5
Friday, August 52:30—3:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
CANCELED - Free Art Camp with local artist Nooriya (New time!)
Nooriya, a very talented 10th grader, is teaching a free sketching camp this summer at the library! Please register for each class individually. All materials provided. For children entering grades 2-6.6
Saturday, August 610:00 AM—12:00 PMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Dungeons & Dragons for grades 7+
Teens in grades 7 and up (also open to adults with teens!).
We meet the 1st and 3rd Staurday of every month. Registration is required in advance to play. Please register for each session you are coming to.
If the weather is good, we will meet on the library lawn.…Learn More7
Sunday, August 7Closed
Acton Memorial Library
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Tuesday, August 99:30—10:00 AMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Baby/Toddler Storytime at the library!
Join us for Baby/Toddler Storytime on Tuesdays at the library! Stories, songs, rhymes, and movement for infants and toddlers. If the weather is pleasant, we'll meet outside on the library lawn. Registration required. Please register for each storytime individuallyQuestions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s Children’s Department at rcarter@minlib.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 93:00—4:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Nautical Rope Bracelets - Craft
Have you been wanting to learn how to tie the popular sailor knot bracelet? This is the same bracelet you see on TV, and that is sold at seaside towns as your favorite souvenir. Bring back the nostalgia and tie one for yourself!Thanks to the Friends of…Learn MoreTuesday, August 97:00—8:30 PMConference RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Acton Lion's Club
Acton Lion's Club monthly meeting.10
Wednesday, August 1010:30—11:00 AMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Storytime with Miss Sammy
Join Miss Sammy for a fun storytime filled with great books and songs! Geared towards ages 3-6, but all are welcome! We'll meet on the library lawn in good weather, or in the Meeting Room in case of inclement weather. Questions? Email Sammy at sgradwohl@minlib.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 102:00—3:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Summer STEAM Workshop - R2D2 Night Lights
A different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) workshop every week during the summer. Ages 7+
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Thursday, August 1110:00—10:45 AMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Preschool Storytime at the Library!
Interactive Storytime with Miss Elise geared toward preschoolers ages 3 and up. All are welcome!
Picture Books, singing and movement!
Registration Required! Thursday mornings 10 am - 10:45 am. Please register for each storytime individually.…Learn MoreThursday, August 113:00—3:30 PMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Children's Crafting at the Library!
Please join us at the library for Children's Crafting!
All material provided.
Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s Children’s Department at rcarter@minlib. net
Sponsored by the Acton Memorial Library Foundation.Thursday, August 117:00—8:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Microadventures in Massachusetts
Join author Alison O'Leary as she helps us get out and explore with adventurous day trips to islands, waterfalls, and abandoned towns/settlements, tips to spot/track wildlife, and introductions to hiking/kayaking opportunities. Alison is a Massachusetts native, longtime journalist and author of several nonfiction history and outdoors books and an avid explorer.…Learn More12
Friday, August 1210:00—11:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Felted Art Demo
Join our artist in residence Magda Stilmant as she demonstrates the dry needle wool felting technique by working on a project. There will be a hands-on opportunity for attendees to experience the process and information about supplies will be provided.…Learn MoreFriday, August 122:30—3:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Free Art Camp with local artist Nooriya (New time!)
Nooriya, a very talented 10th grader, is teaching a free sketching camp this summer at the library! Please register for each class individually. All materials provided. For children entering grades 2-6.13
Saturday, August 1310:00—11:00 AMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Hero Kids role-playing game
Hero Kids is a role-playing game like Dungeons & Dragons, but the rules have been simplified and the violence has been toned down for children ages 6+.
It has a simple combat and adventuring system which avoids the complex math of full-blown systems.…Learn More14
Sunday, August 14Closed
Acton Memorial Library
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Monday, August 152:00—3:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Lego Challenge
Each participant will use an individual bin of assorted LEGOs to build a specific challenge.
Creations will then be on display in the Children's Room display case!
Registration required. Ages 5+.…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 169:30—10:00 AMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Baby/Toddler Storytime at the library!
Join us for Baby/Toddler Storytime on Tuesdays at the library! Stories, songs, rhymes, and movement for infants and toddlers. If the weather is pleasant, we'll meet outside on the library lawn. Registration required. Please register for each storytime individuallyQuestions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s Children’s Department at rcarter@minlib.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 164:00—4:15 PMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Read to a Dog
Note: This program will take place inside the Story/Crafts room. We will make every effort to maintain social distancing.
Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud to Zora, a charming, very clever Golden Retriever. Zora has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 164:15—4:30 PMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Read to a Dog
Note: This program will take place inside the Story/Crafts room. We will make every effort to maintain social distancing.
Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud to Zora, a charming, very clever Golden Retriever. Zora has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 164:30—4:45 PMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Read to a Dog
Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud to Zora, a charming, very clever Golden Retriever. Zora has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener. Zora and her person are members of the Pets and People Foundation.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 164:45—5:00 PMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Read to a Dog
Note: This program will take place inside the Story/Crafts room. We will make every effort to maintain social distancing.
Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud to Zora, a charming, very clever Golden Retriever. Zora has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 166:45—8:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
AML Book Discussion Group
This month, the Acton Memorial Library Book Group will discuss the book The Book of Eels by Patrick Svensson. All are invited to join in discussion. The group's future selections can be found here.
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Wednesday, August 1710:30—11:00 AMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Storytime with Miss Sammy
Join Miss Sammy for a fun storytime filled with great books and songs! Geared towards ages 3-6, but all are welcome! We'll meet on the library lawn in good weather, or in the Meeting Room in case of inclement weather. Questions? Email Sammy at sgradwohl@minlib.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 172:00—3:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Summer STEAM Workshop - 3D Design with Tinkercad
Tinkercad is a free-of-charge, online 3D modeling program that runs in a web browser, which mean that it will run on a Chromebook, as well as a PC or Mac. There's even an app so you can use it on an iPad (sorry, there's no app for Android tablets). You'll need to bring your own laptop, Chromebook, or iPad to the library.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 174:00—5:00 PMOffsite
Walking Tour of Heath Hen Meadow
Join Bettina Abe, Natural Resources Assistant with the Town of Acton, as she takes residents on a walking tour of Heath Hen Meadow. Learn more about this local watershed and all the conservation lands that come together at this site. On this tour we will learn about the meadow's history and ecology.…Learn More18
Thursday, August 1810:00—10:45 AMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Preschool Storytime at the Library!
Interactive Storytime with Miss Elise geared toward preschoolers ages 3 and up. All are welcome!
Picture Books, singing and movement!
Registration Required! Thursday mornings 10 am - 10:45 am. Please register for each storytime individually.…Learn MoreThursday, August 183:00—3:30 PMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Children's Crafting at the Library!
Please join us at the library for Children's Crafting!
All material provided.
Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s Children’s Department at rcarter@minlib. net
Sponsored by the Acton Memorial Library Foundation.Thursday, August 187:30—9:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
AML Board of Trustees Meeting
AML Board of Trustees monthly meeting.
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Friday, August 192:30—3:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Free Art Camp with local artist Nooriya (New time!)
Nooriya, a very talented 10th grader, is teaching a free sketching camp this summer at the library! Please register for each class individually. All materials provided. For children entering grades 2-6.20
Saturday, August 2010:00 AM—12:00 PMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Dungeons & Dragons for grades 7+
Teens in grades 7 and up (also open to adults with teens!).
We meet the first and third Saturday of every month. Registration is required in advance to play. Please register for each session you are coming to.
If the weather is good, we will meet on the library lawn.…Learn More21
Sunday, August 21Closed
Acton Memorial Library
Sunday, August 2111:00—11:30 AMOffsite
AML Storytime at the Acton-Boxborough Farmers Market
Singalong Storytime with Mr Robert at the Acton-Boxborough Farmers Market. We'll sing and dance, go on bear hunts, dive down to the bottom of the ocean, fly to the moon, and read the best books ever!The Market is located at 19 Elm Street, Acton. Parking is allowed on Elm Street, but only on the side of the street adjacent to the playground.…Learn More
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Monday, August 222:00—3:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Tween/Teen Craft: Friendship Bracelets!
We've been reading beyond the beaten path all summer, and nothing says "camp" quite like friendship bracelets! Come learn a few basic patterns and make your very own bracelet to take home. No prior experience necessary - all tweens and teens (grades 6 and up) are welcome! Registration required.…Learn MoreMonday, August 227:00—8:00 PMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
CANCELED - Bring Your Bike: Bicycle Anatomy, Fit and Checklist
Learn about your bike's components! Get a maintenance checklist and tips for proper maintenance! Instructors will also teach you how to properly fit your bike. Bike Questions? Bring them!
You are encouraged to bring your bike so that Joyce, bicycle expert and owner of Pedal Power in Acton, will be able to help you get to know YOUR bike better!Registration encouraged so that we can get a sense of the number of people and bikes to expect, but not required.…Learn More23
Tuesday, August 239:30—10:00 AMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Baby/Toddler Storytime at the library!
Join us for Baby/Toddler Storytime on Tuesdays at the library! Stories, songs, rhymes, and movement for infants and toddlers. If the weather is pleasant, we'll meet outside on the library lawn. Registration required. Please register for each storytime individuallyQuestions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s Children’s Department at rcarter@minlib.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 237:30—8:45 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Community Preservation Committee
Community Preservation Committee meeting
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Wednesday, August 2410:30—11:00 AMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Storytime with Miss Sammy
Join Miss Sammy for a fun storytime filled with great books and songs! Geared towards ages 3-6, but all are welcome! We'll meet on the library lawn in good weather, or in the Meeting Room in case of inclement weather. Questions? Email Sammy at sgradwohl@minlib.…Learn More
Games, Prizes, and More!25
Thursday, August 2510:00—10:45 AMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
CANCELED - Preschool Storytime at the Library!
Interactive Storytime with Miss Elise geared toward preschoolers ages 3 and up. All are welcome!
Picture Books, singing and movement!
Registration Required! Thursday mornings 10 am - 10:45 am. Please register for each storytime individually.…Learn MoreThursday, August 253:00—3:30 PMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
CANCELED - Children's Crafting at the Library!
Please join us at the library for Children's Crafting!
All material provided.
Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s Children’s Department at rcarter@minlib. net
Sponsored by the Acton Memorial Library Foundation.26
Friday, August 262:30—3:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Free Art Camp with local artist Nooriya (New time!)
Nooriya, a very talented 10th grader, is teaching a free sketching camp this summer at the library! Please register for each class individually. All materials provided. For children entering grades 2-6.27
Saturday, August 2710:00 AM—12:00 PMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Dungeons & Dragons for 5th and 6th graders
For 5th and 6th graders only. Beginners welcome!
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Sunday, August 28Closed
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Tuesday, August 309:30—10:00 AMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
CANCELED - Baby/Toddler Storytime at the library!
Join us for Baby/Toddler Storytime on Tuesdays at the library! Stories, songs, rhymes, and movement for infants and toddlers. If the weather is pleasant, we'll meet outside on the library lawn. Registration required. Please register for each storytime individuallyQuestions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s Children’s Department at rcarter@minlib.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 304:30—4:45 PMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Read to a Dog
Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud to Zora, a charming, very clever Golden Retriever. Zora has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener. Zora and her person are members of the Pets and People Foundation.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 304:45—5:00 PMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Read to a Dog
Note: This program will take place inside the Story/Crafts room. We will make every effort to maintain social distancing.
Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud to Zora, a charming, very clever Golden Retriever. Zora has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 305:00—5:15 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Read to a Dog (new time)
Note: This program will take place inside the Story/Crafts room. We will make every effort to maintain social distancing.
Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud to Zora, a charming, very clever Golden Retriever. Zora has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 305:15—5:30 PMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Read to a Dog (new time)
Note: This program will take place inside the Story/Crafts room. We will make every effort to maintain social distancing.
Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud to Zora, a charming, very clever Golden Retriever. Zora has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener.…Learn More31
Wednesday, August 3110:30—11:00 AMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Storytime with Miss Sammy
Join Miss Sammy for a fun storytime filled with great books and songs! Geared towards ages 3-6, but all are welcome! We'll meet on the library lawn in good weather, or in the Meeting Room in case of inclement weather. Questions? Email Sammy at sgradwohl@minlib.…Learn More