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Friday, December 110:00—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.
Friday, December 111:30 AM—12:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Sensory Storytime
A storytime featuring quiet books, activities, and tactile toys.
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Saturday, December 210:00 AM—12:00 PMMeeting 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 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 MoreSaturday, December 210:00 AM—12:00 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
ABUW Students United storytime
Students from the Acton/Boxborough United Way will be conducting storytime. Drop in anytime between 10am and noon.
Saturday, December 21:00—2:30 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Chess Club
Misha Sidorov, a high school student at Acton-Boxborough, will help you to improve your game in this chess workshop. You'll also have the chance to play against other students. Grades 1-6.Saturday, December 21:00—4:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Outreach Club - holiday arrangement making
Saturday, December 23:00—4:30 PMConference RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
AB United Way Community Circle
AB United Way Community Conversation3
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Monday, December 41:00—2:30 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 At Large Conversation Group
English At Large fall conversation group. Contact English At Large to register: Call 781-395-2374 or email info@englishatlarge. org. For more information, visit: https://link. edgepilot. com/s/f14ee0d3/AlJWOEKj9UyEcff3UTkQPA?u=http://www. englishatlarge. org/conversation-groups/Registration link: https://docs.…Learn More
Monday, December 46:30—8:00 PMActon Memorial LibraryActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Conference RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
English At Large Conversation Group
English At Large fall conversation group. Registration is required through English At Large, registration cannot be completed through the Library. Contact English At Large to register: Call 781-395-2374 or email info@englishatlarge. org. For more information, visit: https://link.…Learn More
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Tuesday, December 59:30—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Baby/Toddler Storytime
Join us 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 MoreTuesday, December 54:00—5:00 PMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Children's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Book Club for 2nd and 3rd Grade with Ms Elise
book discussion, craft activity, snackTuesday, December 54:30—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, December 54:40—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, December 54:50—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
Tuesday, December 56:00—7:00 PMActon Memorial LibraryActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting 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
Plant Parenthood 101 Discussion
Calling all plant lovers! Learn how to take care of indoor houseplants with Emerald City Plant Shop's Founder & Chief Creative, Quontay "Q" Turner! Funded by the Acton Memorial Library Foundation.6
Wednesday, December 69:30—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, December 61:00—3:00 PMWest Acton Citizens' LibraryWest Acton Citizens' Library21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720
Book Page Wreath Craft for Adults at West Acton Citizens' Library
We are hosting Book Page Wreath Crafts for Adults at both of our Acton Libraries in December! Participants will get to create and take home their own wreath upcycled from an old book. Registration is required for this event.
This is the signup page for the book page wreath craft held on December 6th at West Acton Citizens' Library from 1pm-3pm.…Learn MoreWednesday, December 62:00—3:30 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
Early Release -- LEGO Robotics, grades 2 and 3 only
LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essential curriculum units are designed around playful problem-solving that can develop young students into independent STEAM thinkers. During each lesson, students brainstorm and develop creative solutions through trial and error while collaborating with their peers.…Learn More7
Thursday, December 710:00—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Birthday Party for K9 Officer Zane!
🎉🐾 Join us in celebrating Officer Zane's birthday paw-ty at Acton Memorial Library this Thursday, 12/7 at 10:00 a. m. ! 📚🎂Get ready for tail-wagging stories, playful games, and plenty of pets for the birthday pup! 🎈🐶Thursday, December 73:00—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
Book Page Wreath Craft for Adults at Acton Memorial Library
We are hosting Book Page Wreath Crafts for Adults at both of our Acton Libraries in December! Participants will get to create and take home their own wreath upcycled from an old book. Registration is required for this event. This is the signup page for the book page wreath craft at Acton Memorial Library at 486 Main St.…Learn MoreThursday, December 73:00—3:30 PMWest Acton Citizens' LibraryWest Acton Citizens' Library21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720
Storytime at West Acton Citizens' Library
Join us for storytime at the West Acton Citizens' Library at 21 Windsor Avenue! It will be geared towards preschoolers, but all ages are welcome.Thursday, December 74:00—4:30 PMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Children's Crafting for First Grade and Up
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.8
Friday, December 810:00—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
Brittany 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 MoreFriday, December 810:00—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.
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Saturday, December 910:00—11:15 AMChildren's 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 MoreSaturday, December 910:00 AM—12:00 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
ABUW Students United storytime
Students from the Acton/Boxborough United Way will be conducting storytime. Drop in anytime between 10am and noon.
Saturday, December 910:30 AM—1:15 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Outreach Club
To support our town's elderly citizens this holiday season, the High School Outreach club is selling handmade faux holiday decorations to benefit the Acton Council on Aging!
Sales will take place at the Acton Memorial Library Saturday, December 2nd, from 1 to 4 PM.…Learn MoreSaturday, December 91:00—2:30 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Chess Club
Misha Sidorov, a high school student at Acton-Boxborough, will help you to improve your game in this chess workshop. You'll also have the chance to play against other students. Grades 1-6.Saturday, December 92:00—3:30 PMActon Memorial LibraryActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting 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
Patriots and Potters: Trouble Brewing with Pied Potter Hamelin
Join Rick Hamelin, also known as Pied Potter Hamelin for a special pottery demonstration for teens & adults: "Patriots and Potters: Trouble Brewing". A pottery demonstration with stories told about the colonial potter and the teapot in Massachusetts before and during the Revolutionary War.…Learn More10
Sunday, December 102:00—4:00 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
Neal Rantoul Gallery Talk
Please join us for a gallery talk (rescheduled from November 19th) led by Neal Rantoul. Neal Rantoul's show will be hanging in the Library's meeting room during November and December.
Sunday, December 102:30—3:30 PMZoom
(Virtual) Asian Art Series: When the Tiger Smoked a Pipe: The Art of Korea with Ginny Meyer
Register for the Zoom Link hereSpend your Sunday afternoon learning about the arts of Asia from experts at the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco! Each month will focus on a unique topic from this vast, diverse, and ever evolving continent. A new webinar every month, October 2023 - June 2024.…Learn MoreSunday, December 102:30—4:20 PMConference RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Green Acton Water Committee
Water issues important to Acton residents11
Monday, December 111:00—2:30 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 At Large Conversation Group
English At Large fall conversation group. Contact English At Large to register: Call 781-395-2374 or email info@englishatlarge. org. For more information, visit: https://link. edgepilot. com/s/f14ee0d3/AlJWOEKj9UyEcff3UTkQPA?u=http://www. englishatlarge. org/conversation-groups/Registration link: https://docs.…Learn More
Monday, December 116:30—8:00 PMActon Memorial LibraryActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Conference RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
English At Large Conversation Group
English At Large fall conversation group. Registration is required through English At Large, registration cannot be completed through the Library. Contact English At Large to register: Call 781-395-2374 or email info@englishatlarge. org. For more information, visit: https://link.…Learn More
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Tuesday, December 129:30—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Baby/Toddler Storytime
Join us 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 MoreTuesday, December 123:00—4:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Yarn & Needle Club
Knitters, crocheters, embroiderers, and sewers, join the library to work on your project and socialize!
Tuesday, December 125:30—7:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
South Acton Vision and Action Plan Open House
Tuesday, December 126:00—7:30 PMConference RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Green Advisory Board
Green Advisory Board meeting
book discussion, craft activity, snack13
Wednesday, December 139:30—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, December 131:30—2:30 PMWest Acton Citizens' LibraryWest Acton Citizens' Library21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720
Drop-in Tech Help at Citizens' Library
Drop in between 1:00 p. m. and 2 p. m. for a quick, 10-minute 1:1 tech help session.
Please bring your device and any questions you might have!
Wednesday, December 132:00—3:30 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
Early Release -- LEGO Robotics, grades 4 and 5 only
LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Prime curriculum units are designed around playful problem-solving that can develop young students into independent STEAM thinkers. During each lesson, students brainstorm and develop creative solutions through trial and error while collaborating with their peers.…Learn More
Wednesday, December 136:25—7:35 PMConference RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Acton Lions Club
Acton Lions Club monthly board meetingWednesday, December 136:30—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
CANCELED - Art for Healing - Teen Workshop
FREE SNACKS to munch on while you draw and de-stress! Learn how art can help your brain become more focused and creative, and help you feel better. This workshop is open to teens only. Bring a friend and get creative!
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Thursday, December 1410:00—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Preschool Storytime
Interactive Storytime geared toward preschoolers ages 3 and up, but all ages are welcome!
Thursday, December 1410:00—11:00 AMOffsite
Drop-In Technology Help at the Senior Center
Need help with common smartphone (iPhone or Android), tablet or laptop functions? Join Rebecca Schmidt from Acton Memorial Library who will be at the Senior Center for one-on-one help with your device! Bring your device and your questions, and Rebecca will troubleshoot technology problems alongside you.…Learn More
Thursday, December 143:00—3:30 PMWest Acton Citizens' LibraryWest Acton Citizens' Library21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720
Storytime at West Acton Citizens' Library
Join us for storytime at the West Acton Citizens' Library at 21 Windsor Avenue! It will be geared towards preschoolers, but all ages are welcome.Thursday, December 144:00—4:30 PMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Children's Crafting for First Grade and Up
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, December 146:00—6:30 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
Ukulele Warmup for the Winter Solstice Singalong
Need to learn some ukulele chords? Maybe you're just a little rusty? Join us for a tune-up and a chord review before the Sing-Along at 6:30pm. Bring your own ukulele! All ages.Thursday, December 146:30—7:30 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
Winter Solstice Ukulele Sing-Along
Bring your own ukulele (if you have one) or just your voice, and join us for a secular celebration of the Winter Solstice! All ages welcome.Thursday, December 147:30—8:45 PMZoom
CANCELED - Memorial Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting
Memorial Library Board of Trustees monthly meetingTo Participate Remotely:*From a computer, please use the link below to join the public meeting webinar: https://zoom. us/j/95040156244OrFrom a telephone, dial (646) 876- 9923 and enter Webinar ID: 950-4…Learn More
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Friday, December 1510:00—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.
Friday, December 1510:00 AM—12:00 PMConference RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Acton 250 Historical Sub-Committee
Acton 250 Historical Sub-CommitteeFriday, December 1511:30 AM—12:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Sensory Storytime
A storytime featuring quiet books, activities, and tactile toys.
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Saturday, December 1610:00 AM—12:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
CANCELED - 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 MoreSaturday, December 1610:00 AM—12:00 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
ABUW Students United storytime
Students from the Acton/Boxborough United Way will be conducting storytime. Drop in anytime between 10am and noon.
Saturday, December 161:00—2:30 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Chess Club
Misha Sidorov, a high school student at Acton-Boxborough, will help you to improve your game in this chess workshop. You'll also have the chance to play against other students. Grades 1-6.Saturday, December 162:00—3:00 PMZoom
(VIRTUAL) Steeped In Secrecy: The Boston Tea Party, 250 Years Later
The story of tea has always been infused with intrigue, particularly when it became a flash point for tensions between England and Colonial America. On the 250th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party (December 16, 1773), learn about the brewing political problems tea presented in its history with Anglophile and former UK resident Claire Evans.17
Sunday, December 171:00—3:00 PMOutdoorsActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Acton Center Walking Tour - Rescheduled to 12/17
Due to rain on 12/10, this event has now been rescheduled to 12/17Acton Center Walking TourMeet at the Acton Memorial Library parking lot at 1pm. The event is free; registration is required and is capped at 20 attendees. Register here: https://actonma.…Learn MoreSunday, December 173:00—4:00 PM2nd Floor PianoActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Acton Memorial LibraryActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Winter Concert Series: ABRHS Madrigal Singers
The Acton-Boxborough Regional High School Madrigal Singers will perform traditional holiday melodies on the 2nd floor of the Acton Memorial Library on Saturday, December 16th at 3pm. Sunday, December 173:00—4:00 PMActon Memorial LibraryActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting 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
Quiet Study
The Meeting Room on the first floor of the library will be available to patrons looking for quiet study during the December 17th Madrigal Singers music performance on the 2nd floor. The music performance will begin at 3pm and conclude at 4pm.
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Monday, December 181:00—2:30 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 At Large Conversation Group
English At Large fall conversation group. Registration is required through English At Large, registration cannot be completed through the Library. Contact English At Large to register: Call 781-395-2374 or email info@englishatlarge. org. For more information, visit: www.…Learn More
Monday, December 186:30—8:00 PMActon Memorial LibraryActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Conference RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
English At Large Conversation Group
English At Large fall conversation group. Registration is required through English At Large, registration cannot be completed through the Library. Contact English At Large to register: Call 781-395-2374 or email info@englishatlarge. org. For more information, visit: https://link.…Learn More
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Tuesday, December 199:30—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Baby/Toddler Storytime
Join us 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 MoreTuesday, December 194:30—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 MoreTuesday, December 194:40—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, December 194:50—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
Tuesday, December 197:30—9:00 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
Community Preservation Committee
Community Preservation Committee
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Wednesday, December 209:30—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, December 202:00—3:30 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
Early Release -- Introduction to BlocksCad 3D
It is recommended that participants have some experience with Tinkercad before registering for this class. Tinkercad is probably the best, but it is definitely not the only free 3D design software on the web for beginners. In this workshop, we will take a look at BlocksCad, which has its own unique take on 3D design.…Learn More21
Thursday, December 2110:00—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Preschool Storytime
Interactive Storytime geared toward preschoolers ages 3 and up, but all ages are welcome!
Thursday, December 2110:30 AM—12:30 PMConference RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Asa Parlin House Meeting
Thursday, December 213:00—3:30 PMWest Acton Citizens' LibraryWest Acton Citizens' Library21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720
Storytime at West Acton Citizens' Library
Join us for storytime at the West Acton Citizens' Library at 21 Windsor Avenue! It will be geared towards preschoolers, but all ages are welcome.Thursday, December 214:00—4:30 PMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Children's Crafting for First Grade and Up
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.22
Friday, December 2210:00—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
Brittany 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 MoreFriday, December 2210:00—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.
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Saturday, December 2310:00 AM—12:00 PMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
CANCELED - Dungeons & Dragons for 5th and 6th graders
For 5th and 6th graders only. Beginners welcome!
Registration is required in advance to play. Please register for each session.Saturday, December 231:00—2:30 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
CANCELED - Chess Club
Misha Sidorov, a high school student at Acton-Boxborough, will help you to improve your game in this chess workshop. You'll also have the chance to play against other students. Grades 1-6.24
Sunday, December 24Closed
Acton Memorial Library
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Monday, December 25Closed
Acton Memorial Library
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Tuesday, December 263:00—4:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Yarn & Needle Club
Knitters, crocheters, embroiderers, and sewers, join the library to work on your project and socialize!…Learn More
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Wednesday, December 279:30—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, December 272:00—4:00 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
Family Board Games
Please join us to play some family board games. We will provide some games, but please feel free to bring your own favorites to share. This is a drop-in program. No need to register.
Wednesday, December 273:00—4:00 PMConference RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Teen Advisory Board
Teens: Come and join us to discuss teen events and services at the library. You can make a change!
Give us your feedback, earn volunteer hours, and meet other teens!28
Thursday, December 2810:00—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Preschool Storytime
Interactive Storytime geared toward preschoolers ages 3 and up, but all ages are welcome!
Thursday, December 283:00—3:30 PMWest Acton Citizens' LibraryWest Acton Citizens' Library21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720
Storytime at West Acton Citizens' Library
Join us for storytime at the West Acton Citizens' Library at 21 Windsor Avenue! It will be geared towards preschoolers, but all ages are welcome.Thursday, December 284:00—4:30 PMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Children's Crafting for First Grade and Up
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.29
Friday, December 2910:00 AM—12:00 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
Neal Rantoul Art down
Neal Rantoul will be taking his art exhibit down.
Friday, December 2910:00—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.
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Saturday, December 3010:00 AM—12:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Sol Hartman Art Installation
Saturday, December 301:00—2:30 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
CANCELED - Chess Club
Misha Sidorov, a high school student at Acton-Boxborough, will help you to improve your game in this chess workshop. You'll also have the chance to play against other students. Grades 1-6.31