November 2022

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Tuesday, November 19:30—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!

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 More

Tuesday, November 16:00—7:00 PMActon Memorial LibraryActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

NaNoWriMo Come Write In

NaNoWriMo Come Write In Participating in NaNoWriMo? Join the library for a designated quiet space to work on your 50,000 words! Free snacks and ambient music will be provided.  Questions? Email Zoey Mills at zmills@acton-ma. gov.  
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Wednesday, November 210:00—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Singalong Storytime with Mr Robert

Singalong with Mr Robert and his guitar. 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! Geared towards ages 3-6, but all are welcome! We'll meet  in the Meeting Room. Questions? Email Robert at rcarter@minlib.…Learn More

Wednesday, November 22:00—3:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Beginning Python

Beginning PythonStart learning to code with Python. No need to bring a computer--we will provide you with a Chromebook. Because seats are limited, please do not register unless your child can attend all 5 classes.

Wednesday, November 25:00—6:00 PMActon Memorial LibraryActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Conference RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Excel Basics

Excel Basics Learn the basics of Excel in this 3-part program series. The series will be taught by Community Engagement Librarian, Zoey Mills.  
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Thursday, November 310:00—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!

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 More

Thursday, November 34:00—4:30 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!

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, November 37:00—8:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Zoom

Pine Hawk: Ceremonial Stone Landscape Movement: A Local Perspective

Pine Hawk: Ceremonial Stone Landscape Movement: A Local PerspectiveMany of the “mysterious” stone structures of New England, once thought to be by-products of colonial farming, are now understood as originating in pre-colonial ceremonial practices of Native Americans. Peter Waksman’s talk focuses on contributions to the new understanding made by people and locations in Acton and nearby towns.…Learn More
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Friday, November 44:00—4:45 PMActon Memorial LibraryActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

YA Book Club

YA Book Club A book group for teens between 14 and 18. For November, we will be reading and discussing One of Us is Lying by Karen M. McManus. Find One of Us is Lying on our shelves. Find One of Us is Lying on Libby.  
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Saturday, November 510:00 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+

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 More

Saturday, November 52:00—2:45 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Itsy Bitsy Yoga

Tykes Itsy Bitsy Yoga (R) presents a delightful flow of poses, songs, and games in a class where caregivers and kids can deepen their bond through a yoga class for 2-3 year-olds. This active class helps children discover and enhance their physical and social development while strengthening body confidence and coordination.…Learn More
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Sunday, November 6Closed

West Acton Citizens' Library

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Monday, November 7Closed

West Acton Citizens' Library

Monday, November 71:00—2:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

English @ Large Conversation Group

THIS CLASS IS FULL.   Please contact English@Large at 978-395-2374 for other available classes in your area. English @ Large conversation group for English learners to practice their verbal skills.
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Tuesday, November 89:30—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!

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 More

Tuesday, November 84:30—4:45 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Read to a Dog

Read to a DogYoung 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 More

Tuesday, November 84:45—5:00 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Read to a Dog

Read to a DogNote: 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 More

Tuesday, November 86:00—7:00 PMActon Memorial LibraryActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

NaNoWriMo Come Write In

NaNoWriMo Come Write In Participating in NaNoWriMo? Join the library for a designated quiet space to work on your 50,000 words! Free snacks and ambient music will be provided.  Questions? Email Zoey Mills at zmills@acton-ma. gov.  
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Wednesday, November 910:00—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

CANCELED - Singalong Storytime with Mr Robert

Singalong with Mr Robert and his guitar. 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! Geared towards ages 3-6, but all are welcome! We'll meet  in the Meeting Room. Questions? Email Robert at rcarter@minlib.…Learn More

Wednesday, November 95:00—6:00 PMActon Memorial LibraryActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Conference RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Excel Basics

Excel Basics Learn the basics of Excel in this 3-part program series. The series will be taught by Community Engagement Librarian, Zoey Mills.  

Wednesday, November 97:00—8:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

SAT Strategy Session

SAT Strategy Session Are you wondering if you should take the SAT? What are the tips and strategies to master it? Can these tests help you get a scholarship? What about test optional schools?Presented by Princeton Review. Register online at https://secure. princetonreview. com/event?PSOId=510117.…Learn More
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Thursday, November 1010:00—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!

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 More

Thursday, November 104:00—4:30 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!

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.
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Friday, November 11Closed

Acton Memorial Library

West Acton Citizens' Library

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Saturday, November 1210:00—11:00 AMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

CANCELED - Hero Kids role-playing game

Hero Kids role-playing gameHero 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 More

Saturday, November 122:00—2:45 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Itsy Bitsy Yoga

Tykes Itsy Bitsy Yoga (R) presents a delightful flow of poses, songs, and games in a class where caregivers and kids can deepen their bond through a yoga class for 2-3 year-olds. This active class helps children discover and enhance their physical and social development while strengthening body confidence and coordination.…Learn More
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Sunday, November 13Closed

West Acton Citizens' Library

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Monday, November 14Closed

West Acton Citizens' Library

Monday, November 141:00—2:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

English @ Large Conversation Group

THIS CLASS IS FULL.   Please contact English@Large at 978-395-2374 for other available classes in your area. English @ Large conversation group for English learners to practice their verbal skills.
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Tuesday, November 159:30—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!

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 More

Tuesday, November 156:00—7:00 PMActon Memorial LibraryActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

NaNoWriMo Come Write In

NaNoWriMo Come Write In Participating in NaNoWriMo? Join the library for a designated quiet space to work on your 50,000 words! Free snacks and ambient music will be provided.  Questions? Email Zoey Mills at zmills@acton-ma. gov.  

Tuesday, November 157:30—8:45 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Acton Memorial Library Book Discussion Group

Acton Memorial Library Book Discussion Group.   This month's book is "Fairest: A Memoir" by Meredith Talusan
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Wednesday, November 1610:00—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Singalong Storytime with Mr Robert

Singalong with Mr Robert and his guitar. 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! Geared towards ages 3-6, but all are welcome! We'll meet  in the Meeting Room. Questions? Email Robert at rcarter@minlib.…Learn More

Wednesday, November 162:00—3:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Early Release -- Pokémon Card Game

Early Release -- Pokémon Card GameA different event every Wednesday at 2pm. Bring your Pokémon Cards and learn how to play the game, or play other opponents. Grades 1-5.

Wednesday, November 165:00—6:00 PMActon Memorial LibraryActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Conference RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Excel Basics

Excel Basics Learn the basics of Excel in this 3-part program series. The series will be taught by Community Engagement Librarian, Zoey Mills.  

Wednesday, November 167:00—8:30 PMActon Memorial LibraryActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Plant Parenthood & Plant Swap

Plant Parenthood & Plant Swap So you bought a houseplant, now what? Learn the basics of household plant care and bring your plant care questions to Quontay "Q" Turner, Founder & CEO of Emerald City Plant Shop. Join us as we walk you through how to repot, water, and where to best place your plant so that it not only grows, but thrives!Questions? Email Zoey at zmills@acton-ma.…Learn More
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Thursday, November 1710:00—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!

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 More

Thursday, November 174:00—4:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Children's Crafting at the Library!

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, November 177:30—9:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

AML Board of Trustees Meeting via Zoom

AML Board of Trustees monthly meeting.   Moved to Zoom. Topic: Acton Memorial Library - Board of TrusteesPlease click the link below to join the webinar:https://actonma. zoom. us/j/95040156244Or One tap mobile :     US: +13017158592,,95040156244#  or +16468769923,,95040156244# Or Telephone:    Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):        US: +1 301 715 8592  or +1 646 876 9923 Webinar ID: 950 4015 6244    International numbers available: https://actonma.…Learn More
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Friday, November 182:00—3:30 PMActon Memorial LibraryActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Adult Crafter-Noon

Adult Crafter-Noon Join the library for another craft event! This month we’ll be making origami pumpkin garland to decorate with before Thanksgiving! Registration is required for crafting kits.  
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Saturday, November 1910:00 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+

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 More

Saturday, November 192:00—2:45 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Itsy Bitsy Yoga

Tykes Itsy Bitsy Yoga (R) presents a delightful flow of poses, songs, and games in a class where caregivers and kids can deepen their bond through a yoga class for 2-3 year-olds. This active class helps children discover and enhance their physical and social development while strengthening body confidence and coordination.…Learn More
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Sunday, November 20Closed

West Acton Citizens' Library

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Monday, November 21Closed

West Acton Citizens' Library

Monday, November 211:00—2:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

English @ Large Conversation Group

THIS CLASS IS FULL.   Please contact English@Large at 978-395-2374 for other available classes in your area. English @ Large conversation group for English learners to practice their verbal skills.
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Tuesday, November 229:30—10:00 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Baby/Toddler Storytime at the library!

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. Registration required. Please register for each storytime individuallyQuestions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s Children’s Department at rcarter@minlib.…Learn More

Tuesday, November 224:30—4:45 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Read to a Dog

Read to a DogYoung 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 More

Tuesday, November 224:45—5:00 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Read to a Dog

Read to a DogNote: 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 More

Tuesday, November 225:00—5:15 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Read to a Dog (new time)

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 More

Tuesday, November 225:15—5:30 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Read to a Dog (new time)

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 More

Tuesday, November 226:00—7:00 PMActon Memorial LibraryActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

NaNoWriMo Come Write In

NaNoWriMo Come Write In Participating in NaNoWriMo? Join the library for a designated quiet space to work on your 50,000 words! Free snacks and ambient music will be provided.  Questions? Email Zoey Mills at zmills@acton-ma. gov.  
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Wednesday, November 23Closed

West Acton Citizens' Library

Wednesday, November 2310:00—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Singalong Storytime with Mr Robert

Singalong with Mr Robert and his guitar. 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! Geared towards ages 3-6, but all are welcome! We'll meet  in the Meeting Room. Questions? Email Robert at rcarter@minlib.…Learn More
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Thursday, November 24Closed

Acton Memorial Library

West Acton Citizens' Library

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Friday, November 25Closed

Acton Memorial Library

West Acton Citizens' Library

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Sunday, November 27Closed

West Acton Citizens' Library

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Monday, November 28Closed

West Acton Citizens' Library

Monday, November 281:00—2:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

English @ Large Conversation Group

THIS CLASS IS FULL.   Please contact English@Large at 978-395-2374 for other available classes in your area. English @ Large conversation group for English learners to practice their verbal skills.

Monday, November 286:00—7:00 PMActon Memorial LibraryActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Archaeology: Then and Now with Jose Vilahomat

Archaeology: Then and Now with Jose Vilahomat Join the library with Jose Vilahomat to learn about the origins of archaeology and its importance to understanding human history. Discover archaeology concepts and how the discovery and excavation of artifacts has evolved over time.…Learn More
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Tuesday, November 299:30—10:00 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Baby/Toddler Storytime at the library!

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. Registration required. Please register for each storytime individuallyQuestions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s Children’s Department at rcarter@minlib.…Learn More

Tuesday, November 294:30—5:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Destination Imagination Early Learners #039; team practice

Destination Imagination Early Learners #039; team practice4 lower elementary school students, and 8 - 10 adults doing imaginative, low tech exercises stressing creativity and teamwork

Tuesday, November 296:00—7:00 PMActon Memorial LibraryActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

NaNoWriMo Come Write In

NaNoWriMo Come Write In Participating in NaNoWriMo? Join the library for a designated quiet space to work on your 50,000 words! Free snacks and ambient music will be provided.  Questions? Email Zoey Mills at zmills@acton-ma. gov.  
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Wednesday, November 3010:00—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Singalong Storytime with Mr Robert

Singalong with Mr Robert and his guitar. 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! Geared towards ages 3-6, but all are welcome! We'll meet  in the Meeting Room. Questions? Email Robert at rcarter@minlib.…Learn More

Wednesday, November 302:00—3:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Early Release -- LEGO bridge building

Early Release -- LEGO bridge buildingA different event every Wednesday at 2pm. Who can build the longest bridge across an ever widening chasm. Ages 5+