August 2023

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Tuesday, August 19:30—10:30 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 acamp@minlib.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 111:00 AM—12:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room AActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room BActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

English @ Large Conversation Group

English@Large Conversation Group series. This is a registration only group.   All registrations need to be made through English@Large.   Please contact them at 781-395-2374.   Memorial Library is not able to take any registrations for this series.

Tuesday, August 13:00—5:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
OutdoorsActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Club 678 Workshop - Make Solar Prints

Club 678 Workshop - Make Solar PrintsClub 678, for 6th, 7th, and 8th Graders  Make Solar PrintsUsing small flat objects and sun print paper,  create beautiful cyanotype prints!We will work inside to compose and layout our artwork, and then go outside to expose the sun print paper to the sun.

Tuesday, August 14:30—4:40 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
OutdoorsActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Read to a Dog - Zora - 4:30p slot

Young readers can make a 10 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, August 14:40—4:50 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
OutdoorsActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Read to a Dog - Zora - 4:40p slot

Young readers can make a 10 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, August 14:50—5:00 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
OutdoorsActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Read to a Dog - Zora - 4:50p slot

Young readers can make a 10 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
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Wednesday, August 29:30—10:00 AMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
OutdoorsActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Singalong Storytime

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 Children's room, or outside if the weather permits. Questions? Email actchildrens@minlib.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 21:30—3:00 PMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Summer STEAM Workshop - Tinkercad

A different STEAM workshop every Wednesday during the summer at 1:30pm. 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).…Learn More

Wednesday, August 25:00—6:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room AActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room BActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Climate Café with Energize Acton: State and Federal Incentives for Green Technology with Karen Watk

Climate Café with Energize Acton: State and Federal Incentives for Green Technology with Karen WatkThe Climate Café is a fun and informal gathering where Acton residents can discuss a fossil fuel free future. The idea is to provide a forum where people who have experience in certain areas can share their insights and where folks looking to make changes can ask questions about the process.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 310:00—10:30 AMMeeting 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!

Thursday, August 312:00—2:00 PMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Picnic at the Library

Picnic at the LibraryJoin the library on the front lawn for a fun summertime picnic! There will be lawn games and summer snacks. Be sure to bring a blanket and your lunch! 

Thursday, August 32:00—2:45 PMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Children's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Children's Crafting every Thursday

Children's Crafting every ThursdayPlease join us at the library for Children's Crafting! All material provided. Children under the age of 6 are welcomed, but should be accompanied by an adult, please. PLEASE NOTE THAT DURING THE SUMMER, THURSDAY CRAFTING WILL START AT 2 PM (until August 31).…Learn More

Thursday, August 33:00—3:30 PMWest Acton Citizens' LibraryWest Acton Citizens' Library21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720

Storytime at West Acton Citizen's Library

Storytime at West Acton Citizen's LibraryJoin us for storytimes at the West Acton Citizen's Library  at 21 Windsor Avenue! It will be geared towards preschoolers, but all ages are welcome.
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Friday, August 41:30—3:00 PMMeeting Room AActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room BActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Learn Python with FTC Technomaniacs Robotics Team

Get an introduction to Python, the one of the most popular programming languages in the world. This class will be taught by members of the high school robotics team, the FTC Technomaniacs. The class will meet over 3 Fridays and students are expected to attend every class.…Learn More
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Saturday, August 510:00—10:45 AMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room AActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room BActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Nueva Hora de Cuentos en Español

Nueva Hora de Cuentos en EspañolNueva Hora de Cuentos en Español, para niños de 2 a 6 añosBiblioteca Memorial de Acton, 10:00 -10:45 AMFechas: 8, 15, 22, 29 de julio y 5 & 12 de agostoLes invitamos a unirse a nosotros para seis sesiones de verano diseñadas para niños de 2 a 6 años, con cuentos, canciones, manualidades/actividades e interacción social.…Learn More

Saturday, August 510:00 AM—12:00 PMMeeting 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 Saturday of every month. Registration is required in advance to play. Please register for each session you are coming to. All participants will be going through the campaign Hoard of the Dragon Queen.…Learn More
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Sunday, August 6Closed

Acton Memorial Library

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Monday, August 710:00—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Bilingual Storytime in Mandarin and English

We are pleased to present a bilingual storytime this summer in Mandarin and English. Geared toward preschool children, but all ages are welcome.

Monday, August 71:00—2:00 PMOffsite

Transfer Station Field Trip

According to the Environmental Protection Agency website (epa. gov): "The total generation of municipal solid waste (MSW) in 2018 was 292. 4 million tons or 4. 9 pounds per person per day. "*Did you ever wonder what happens to all your trash and recycling? Here's your chance to find out! The Acton Transfer Station & Recycling Center has generously offered to host a field trip for kids.…Learn More

Monday, August 71:00—2:30 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Chess Club

Chess Clubimprove your game in this chess workshop. You'll also have the chance to play against other students. Grades 1-6.
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Tuesday, August 89:30—10:30 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 acamp@minlib.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 811:00 AM—12:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room AActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room BActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

English @ Large Conversation Group

English@Large Conversation Group series. This is a registration only group.   All registrations need to be made through English@Large.   Please contact them at 781-395-2374.   Memorial Library is not able to take any registrations for this series.

Tuesday, August 82:00—3:00 PMWest Acton Citizens' LibraryWest Acton Citizens' Library21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720

Lego Club at West Acton Library

Do you love to build with Legos®? We do too! This is a drop-in program. Caregivers stay in the room and younger kids are welcome as long as their grown-up is willing to build with them and no one eats the Legos®!

Tuesday, August 83:00—4:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Yarn & Needle Club

Yarn & Needle ClubKnitters, crocheters, embroiderists, and sewers, join the library to work on your project and socialize! The club will meet every other Tuesday at 3:00 p. m. in the meeting room!…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 99:30—10:00 AMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
OutdoorsActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Singalong Storytime

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 Children's room, or outside if the weather permits. Questions? Email actchildrens@minlib.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 95:00—6:00 PMNara Park25 Ledge Rock Way, Acton, MA, 01720

Climate Café with Energize Acton: A Celebration of Plant-Based Foods! Cookbook Club & Potluck Picni

Climate Café with Energize Acton: A Celebration of Plant-Based Foods! Cookbook Club & Potluck PicniThe Climate Café is a fun and informal gathering where Acton residents can discuss a fossil fuel free future. The idea is to provide a forum where people who have experience in certain areas can share their insights and where folks looking to make changes can ask questions about the process.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 1010:00—10:30 AMMeeting 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!

Thursday, August 102:00—2:45 PMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Children's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Children's Crafting every Thursday

Children's Crafting every ThursdayPlease join us at the library for Children's Crafting! All material provided. Children under the age of 6 are welcomed, but should be accompanied by an adult, please. PLEASE NOTE THAT DURING THE SUMMER, THURSDAY CRAFTING WILL START AT 2 PM (until August 31).…Learn More

Thursday, August 103:00—3:30 PMWest Acton Citizens' LibraryWest Acton Citizens' Library21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720

Storytime at West Acton Citizen's Library

Storytime at West Acton Citizen's LibraryJoin us for storytimes at the West Acton Citizen's Library  at 21 Windsor Avenue! It will be geared towards preschoolers, but all ages are welcome.
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Friday, August 111:30—3:00 PMMeeting Room AActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room BActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Learn Python with FTC Technomaniacs Robotics Team

Get an introduction to Python, the one of the most popular programming languages in the world. This class will be taught by members of the high school robotics team, the FTC Technomaniacs. The class will meet over 3 Fridays and students are expected to attend every class.…Learn More
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Saturday, August 1210:00—11:15 AMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

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, August 1210:00—10:45 AMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room AActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room BActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Nueva Hora de Cuentos en Español

Nueva Hora de Cuentos en EspañolNueva Hora de Cuentos en Español, para niños de 2 a 6 añosBiblioteca Memorial de Acton, 10:00 -10:45 AMFechas: 8, 15, 22, 29 de julio y 5 & 12 de agostoLes invitamos a unirse a nosotros para seis sesiones de verano diseñadas para niños de 2 a 6 años, con cuentos, canciones, manualidades/actividades e interacción social.…Learn More
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Sunday, August 13Closed

Acton Memorial Library

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Monday, August 141:00—2:30 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Chess Club

Chess Clubimprove your game in this chess workshop. You'll also have the chance to play against other students. Grades 1-6.
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Tuesday, August 159:30—10:30 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 acamp@minlib.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 1511:00 AM—12:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room AActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room BActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

English @ Large Conversation Group

English@Large Conversation Group series. This is a registration only group.   All registrations need to be made through English@Large.   Please contact them at 781-395-2374.   Memorial Library is not able to take any registrations for this series.

Tuesday, August 153:00—5:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
OutdoorsActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Club 678 Workshop - Marbleizing Paper with Shaving Cream

Club 678 Workshop - Marbleizing Paper with Shaving CreamClub 678, for 6th, 7th, and 8th Graders  Marbelizing Paper with Shaving Cream and Liquid WatercolorsMake marbled paper patterns, using liquid watercolors and shaving cream!Program will take place outdoors!

Tuesday, August 154:30—4:40 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
OutdoorsActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Read to a Dog - Zora - 4:30p slot

Young readers can make a 10 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, August 154:40—4:50 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
OutdoorsActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Read to a Dog - Zora - 4:40p slot

Young readers can make a 10 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, August 154:50—5:00 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
OutdoorsActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Read to a Dog - Zora - 4:50p slot

Young readers can make a 10 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
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Wednesday, August 1610:00—11:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Puppet Show with Leigh Balzer

Explore themes of love, friendship, courage, creativity & self-empowerment through the wonderful world of puppets.

Wednesday, August 166:00—7:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room AActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room BActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Sourdough Starter Workshop with Sourdough Brandon

Sourdough Starter Workshop with Sourdough BrandonLearn how to make, maintain, and store a sourdough starter from an expert sourdough baker and food blogger. You’ll leave with many tips and tricks on how to keep your sourdough starter active, what to make with your starter, and even leave with some…Learn More
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Thursday, August 1710:00—10:30 AMMeeting 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!

Thursday, August 172:00—2:45 PMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Children's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Children's Crafting every Thursday

Children's Crafting every ThursdayPlease join us at the library for Children's Crafting! All material provided. Children under the age of 6 are welcomed, but should be accompanied by an adult, please. PLEASE NOTE THAT DURING THE SUMMER, THURSDAY CRAFTING WILL START AT 2 PM (until August 31).…Learn More

Thursday, August 173:00—3:30 PMWest Acton Citizens' LibraryWest Acton Citizens' Library21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720

Storytime at West Acton Citizen's Library

Storytime at West Acton Citizen's LibraryJoin us for storytimes at the West Acton Citizen's Library  at 21 Windsor Avenue! It will be geared towards preschoolers, but all ages are welcome.

Thursday, August 176:00—8:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room AActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room BActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Stampin' Up

Join Jennifer Mabardy, Stampin' Up! demonstrator, and learn to make beautiful handmade cards personalized to your own sending needs! Class includes all materials and instructions for six cards, including envelopes, and an acetate box to take them home…Learn More
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Friday, August 1810:00—11:00 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room AActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room BActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Breathe for Change

Breathe for ChangeBrittany Nash, the Regional Community Health and Wellness Coordinator for the Northwest Coalition (Westford, Acton, Lowell, and Dracut Health Departments) will be offering a free bi-weekly mind and every body practice. She will lead you through a guided meditation practice.…Learn More

Friday, August 184:00—5:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room AActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room BActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
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Stories Connect Us: Author Visit with Leah Thomas

Join the library in welcoming Leah Thomas, author of The Intersectional Environmentalist: How to Dismantle Systems of Oppression To Protect People +Planet, for a discussion on the intersection between environmentalism, racism, and privilege, and how we cannot save the planet without protecting all of its people.…Learn More
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Saturday, August 1910:00 AM—12:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens, grades 7+

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens, 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. All participants will be going through the campaign Hoard of the Dragon Queen.…Learn More
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Sunday, August 20Closed

Acton Memorial Library

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Monday, August 2110:00—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

CANCELED - Bilingual Storytime in Mandarin and English

We are pleased to present a bilingual storytime this summer in Mandarin and English. Geared toward preschool children, but all ages are welcome.

Monday, August 211:00—2:30 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Chess Club

Chess Clubimprove your game in this chess workshop. You'll also have the chance to play against other students. Grades 1-6.
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Tuesday, August 229:30—10:30 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 acamp@minlib.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 222:00—3:00 PMWest Acton Citizens' LibraryWest Acton Citizens' Library21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720

Lego Club

Do you love to build with Legos®? We do too! This is a drop-in program. Caregivers stay in the room and younger kids are welcome as long as their grown-up is willing to build with them and no one eats the Legos®!

Tuesday, August 223:00—4:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Yarn & Needle Club

Yarn & Needle ClubKnitters, crocheters, embroiderists, and sewers, join the library to work on your project and socialize! The club will meet every other Tuesday at 3:00 p. m. in the meeting room!…Learn More

Tuesday, August 224:00—4:15 PMOffsite

Read to a Horse - 4:00 slot

Read to a Horse - 4:00 slotYoung readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud to a horse named Indy at the Liberty Tree Farm in Acton. Please register online. Please note that if you try to register 2 children for one 15-minute slot, you will automatically be placed on the Waiting List.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 224:00—4:15 PMOffsite

Read to Goats - 4:00 slot

Read to Goats - 4:00 slotYoung readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud to 3 goats, Dorothy, Sophia, and Rose at the Liberty Tree Farm in Acton Please register online. Please note that if you try to register 2 children for one 15-minute slot, you will automatically be placed on the Waiting List.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 224:15—4:30 PMOffsite

Read to a Horse - 4:15 slot

Read to a Horse - 4:15 slotYoung readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud to a horse named Indy at the Liberty Tree Farm in Acton. Please register online. Please note that if you try to register 2 children for one 15-minute slot, you will automatically be placed on the Waiting List.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 224:15—4:30 PMOffsite

Read to Goats - 4:15 slot

Read to Goats - 4:15 slotYoung readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud to 3 goats, Dorothy, Sophia, and Rose at the Liberty Tree Farm in Acton Please register online. Please note that if you try to register 2 children for one 15-minute slot, you will automatically be placed on the Waiting List.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 224:30—4:45 PMOffsite

Read to Goats - 4:30 slot

Read to Goats - 4:30 slotYoung readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud to 3 goats, Dorothy, Sophia, and Rose at the Liberty Tree Farm in Acton Please register online. Please note that if you try to register 2 children for one 15-minute slot, you will automatically be placed on the Waiting List.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 224:30—4:45 PMOffsite

Read to a Horse - 4:30 slot

Read to a Horse - 4:30 slotYoung readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud to a horse named Indy at the Liberty Tree Farm in Acton. Please register online. Please note that if you try to register 2 children for one 15-minute slot, you will automatically be placed on the Waiting List.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 224:45—5:00 PMOffsite

Read to a Horse - 4:45 slot

Read to a Horse - 4:45 slotYoung readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud to a horse named Indy at the Liberty Tree Farm in Acton. Please register online. Please note that if you try to register 2 children for one 15-minute slot, you will automatically be placed on the Waiting List.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 224:45—5:00 PMOffsite

Read to Goats - 4:45 slot

Read to Goats - 4:45 slotYoung readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud to 3 goats, Dorothy, Sophia, and Rose at the Liberty Tree Farm in Acton Please register online. Please note that if you try to register 2 children for one 15-minute slot, you will automatically be placed on the Waiting List.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 239:30—10:00 AMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
OutdoorsActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Singalong Storytime

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 Children's room, or outside if the weather permits. Questions? Email actchildrens@minlib.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 235:00—6:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room AActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room BActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Climate Café with Energize Acton: Showing Up! Elders Act on Climate

Climate Café with Energize Acton: Showing Up! Elders Act on ClimateThe Climate Café is a fun and informal gathering where Acton residents can discuss a fossil fuel free future. The idea is to provide a forum where people who have experience in certain areas can share their inswights and where flks looking to make changes can ask questions about the process.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 2410:00—10:30 AMMeeting 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!

Thursday, August 242:00—2:45 PMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Children's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Children's Crafting every Thursday

Children's Crafting every ThursdayPlease join us at the library for Children's Crafting! All material provided. Children under the age of 6 are welcomed, but should be accompanied by an adult, please. PLEASE NOTE THAT DURING THE SUMMER, THURSDAY CRAFTING WILL START AT 2 PM (until August 31).…Learn More

Thursday, August 243:00—3:30 PMWest Acton Citizens' LibraryWest Acton Citizens' Library21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720

Storytime at West Acton Citizen's Library

Storytime at West Acton Citizen's LibraryJoin us for storytimes at the West Acton Citizen's Library  at 21 Windsor Avenue! It will be geared towards preschoolers, but all ages are welcome.
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Friday, August 2510:00—11:00 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room AActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room BActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Breathe for Change

Breathe for ChangeBrittany Nash, the Regional Community Health and Wellness Coordinator for the Northwest Coalition (Westford, Acton, Lowell, and Dracut Health Departments) will be offering a free bi-weekly mind and every body practice. She will lead you through a guided meditation practice.…Learn More

Friday, August 2510:00—10:30 AMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Pre-K to 1st grade Crafting

A craft program especially for Pre-Kindergarten to 1st grade children. Program may take place outside or in the Children's Craft Room.

Friday, August 251:30—3:00 PMMeeting Room AActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room BActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Learn Python with FTC Technomaniacs Robotics Team

Get an introduction to Python, the one of the most popular programming languages in the world. This class will be taught by members of the high school robotics team, the FTC Technomaniacs. The class will meet over 3 Fridays and students are expected to attend every class.…Learn More
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Saturday, August 262:00—3:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room AActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room BActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Summer Concert Series: Two Women, Ten Flutes: An hour of Classical and Native American Flute Music

Summer Concert Series: Two Women, Ten Flutes: An hour of Classical and Native American Flute Music  Elke Jahns-Harms and Weronika Balewski, Flutes What makes a flute a flute? You may be surprised! Please join us for an afternoon concert full of melodious and sprightly duets, haunting Native American flute solos, and other gems from the Baroque era to today .…Learn More
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Sunday, August 27Closed

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Tuesday, August 299:30—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Baby/Toddler Storytime with Ms. Amy!

Baby/Toddler Storytime with Ms. Amy!Join Ms. Amy and her friends for Baby/Toddler Storytime! We'll read stories, sing songs, and move around. Come ready to participate with your little one! There will be time after the program for caregivers and children to play and socialize. Registration is not required, but appreciated!Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s Children’s Department at actchildrens@minlib.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 309:30—10:00 AMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
OutdoorsActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Singalong Storytime

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 Children's room, or outside if the weather permits. Questions? Email actchildrens@minlib.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 305:00—6:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room AActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting Room BActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Climate Café with Energize Acton: Winter Tips for Renters and All Residents

Climate Café with Energize Acton: Winter Tips for Renters and All ResidentsThe Climate Café is a fun and informal gathering where Acton residents can discuss a fossil fuel free future. The idea is to provide a forum where people who have experience in certain areas can share their inswights and where flks looking to make changes can ask questions about the process.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 3110:00—10:30 AMMeeting 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!

Thursday, August 311:00—3:00 PMOffsite

I Hiked Acton's Trails Book Club

I Hiked Acton's Trails Book Club Hike all of Acton's trails while discussing books about science and nature! For our third meeting of I Hiked Acton's Trails Book Club, we will be reading and discussing Finding the Mother Tree: Discovering the Wisdom of the Forest by Suzanne Simard while hiking the main loop of the Wetherbee trail.…Learn More

Thursday, August 313:00—3:30 PMWest Acton Citizens' LibraryWest Acton Citizens' Library21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720

Storytime at West Acton Citizen's Library

Storytime at West Acton Citizen's LibraryJoin us for storytimes at the West Acton Citizen's Library  at 21 Windsor Avenue! It will be geared towards preschoolers, but all ages are welcome.

Thursday, August 314:00—4:30 PMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Children's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Children's Crafting every Thursday

Please join us at the library for Children's Crafting! All material provided. Children under the age of 6 are welcomed, but should be accompanied by an adult, please. Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s Children’s Department at rcarter@minlib.…Learn More