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Monday, May 13:30—4:30 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
Spring Floral Design Workshop
We’ll explore tips for arranging cut flowers and foliage in a low footed bowl, perfect for a spring table centerpiece.
Cathy Fochtman is a member of Acton Garden Club, (https://link. edgepilot. com/s/ab57b7fd/xGDvgWRPn0uDPruMkBrdFA?u=http://www. actongardenclub.…Learn More2
Tuesday, May 29:30—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Baby/Toddler Storytime at the library!
Join us for Baby/Toddler Storytime on Tuesdays at the library! Stories, songs, rhymes, and movement for infants and toddlers. Registration required. Please register for each storytime individuallyQuestions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s Children’s Department at acamp@minlib.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 24:30—4:45 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Read to a Dog -- 4:30 slot
Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud to Zora, a charming, very clever Golden Retriever. Zora has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener. Zora and her person are members of the Pets and People Foundation.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 24:30—6:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Club 678, Jewelry Workshop with Paper Beads
Calling all 6th, 7th, 8th Graders!Club 678: Jewelry Workshop with Paper BeadsTuesday, May 24:45—5:00 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Read to a Dog -- 4:45 slot
Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud to Zora, a charming, very clever Golden Retriever. Zora has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener. Zora and her person are members of the Pets and People Foundation.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 25:00—5:15 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Read to a Dog -- 5:00 slot
Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud to Zora, a charming, very clever Golden Retriever. Zora has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener. Zora and her person are members of the Pets and People Foundation.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 25:15—5:30 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Read to a Dog -- 5:15 slot
Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud to Zora, a charming, very clever Golden Retriever. Zora has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener. Zora and her person are members of the Pets and People Foundation.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 26:00—7:30 PMZoom
Flash Fiction Workshop
Authors Chandreyee Lahiri and Malavika Shetty will discuss their own writing journeys, give an introduction to flash fiction (very short stories), and provide a writing prompt. Then everyone will have a chance to write their own piece of flash fiction.…Learn More3
Wednesday, May 39:30—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, May 32:00—3:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Early Release -- May the Fourth craft
A different event every Wednesday at 2pm.
Wednesday, May 35:00—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
Pizza Party and Study Hall
Join the library during this special after hours event to get some studying in and to enjoy free pizza sponsored by a member of the Library Trustees. 4
Thursday, May 410:00—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
Star Wars Story Time
Star Wars themed, interactive storytime with Miss Zoey, geared toward preschoolers ages 3 and up. All are welcome!…Learn MoreThursday, May 44:00—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
Jedi Training
Learn the ways of the Force! During your Jedi Training you will learn how to be agile, how to focus, how to use a light saber, and how to be fair with others! Finally, have fun with other Jedi with your lightsabers during the program! 5
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Saturday, May 610:00 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, May 61:00—2:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Acton Boxborough Robotics Demo
The Acton Boxborough Robotics Team will give a demonstration of their competition robot and answer questions.
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Tuesday, May 99:30—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
CANCELED - Baby/Toddler Storytime at the library!
Join us for Baby/Toddler Storytime on Tuesdays at the library! Stories, songs, rhymes, and movement for infants and toddlers. Registration required. Please register for each storytime individuallyQuestions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s Children’s Department at acamp@minlib.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 93:00—4:00 PMActon Memorial LibraryActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Yarn & Needle Club
Knitters, 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 MoreTuesday, May 95:30—6:30 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
Skunk and Badger by Amy Tmberlake. Books available at the Circulation Desk. Book Discussion, Activity, Snack!10
Wednesday, May 109:30—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, May 102:00—3:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Early Release -- Tinkercad, Beginning 3D Design
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). We have 10 Chromebooks to use for the class, but you may bring your own laptop as well.…Learn More
Wednesday, May 107:00—8:30 PMZoom
Bake It Till You Make It
Join Dayna Altman from Bake It Till You Make You for a virtual home bake event in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month to help destigmatize mental health. Bake it Till You Make it LLC works to combat the isolation cycle by hosting events that combine…Learn More11
Thursday, May 1110:00—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Preschool Storytime at the Library with Ms. Elise
Interactive Storytime with Ms. Elise geared toward preschoolers ages 3 and up. All are welcome!Books, Music and Movement.Thursday, May 114:00—4:30 PMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Children's Crafting every Thursday at 4pm
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 More12
Friday, May 12Closed
Acton Memorial Library
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Saturday, May 1310:00—11:00 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, May 1311:00 AM—3:00 PMWest Acton Citizens' LibraryWest Acton Citizens' Library21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720
Citizens' Library - Spring Open House
Come to West Acton Citizens' Library for the Spring Open House. There will be crafts, coloring, and snacks for the whole family!14
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Tuesday, May 169:30—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Baby/Toddler Storytime at the library!
Join us for Baby/Toddler Storytime on Tuesdays at the library! Stories, songs, rhymes, and movement for infants and toddlers. Registration required. Please register for each storytime individuallyQuestions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s Children’s Department at acamp@minlib.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 166:45—7:45 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Book Club for 4th and 5th Grade with Ms Elise
May book is The List of Things that Will Not Change by Rebecca Stead. Books available at the Circulation Desk. Join us for a good book discussion and snack!17
Wednesday, May 179:30—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, May 172:00—3:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Early Release -- Chess Club
A different event every Wednesday at 2pm. We'll start by exploring some chess puzzles, then pair off into games. If you don't know how to play, we'll be happy to teach you.18
Thursday, May 1810:00—10:30 AMChildren's 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!Books, Music and MovementThursday, May 184:00—4:30 PMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Children's Crafting every Thursday at 4pm
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 More19
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Saturday, May 2010:00 AM—12:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
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 More21
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Tuesday, May 239:30—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Baby/Toddler Storytime at the library!
Join us for Baby/Toddler Storytime on Tuesdays at the library! Stories, songs, rhymes, and movement for infants and toddlers. Registration required. Please register for each storytime individuallyQuestions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s Children’s Department at acamp@minlib.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 233:00—4:00 PMActon Memorial LibraryActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Yarn & Needle Club
Knitters, 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 MoreTuesday, May 234:30—6:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Club 678 Food Workshop - Make Candy Sushi
Club 678, for 6th, 7th, and 8th GradersMake candy sushi, with Rice Krispie treats and penny candy!24
Wednesday, May 249:30—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, May 242:00—3:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Early Release - Whatever Floats Your Goat! (and other animals): Boat Building
A different event every Wednesday at 2pm. Can you help our animals float on the water? We'll provide many different materials for you to create your own boat. Whose will float the longest? Program will be located on the library lawn.25
Thursday, May 2510:00—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!Books, Music and Movement.Thursday, May 254:00—4:30 PMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Children's Crafting every Thursday at 4pm
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 More26
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Saturday, May 2710:00 AM—12:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Dungeons & Dragons for 5th and 6th graders
For 5th and 6th graders only. Beginners welcome! We play on the 4th Saturday of every month. Registration is required in advance to play. Please register for each session.28
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Monday, May 29Closed
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West Acton Citizens' Library
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Tuesday, May 309:30—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Baby/Toddler Storytime at the library!
Join us for Baby/Toddler Storytime on Tuesdays at the library! Stories, songs, rhymes, and movement for infants and toddlers. Registration required. Please register for each storytime individuallyQuestions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s Children’s Department at acamp@minlib.…Learn More31
Wednesday, May 319:30—10:00 AMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
OutdoorsActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
CANCELED - 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, May 3110:00—10:45 AMOffsite
Storytime at Liberty Tree Farm
Come to a special storytime at Acton's historic Liberty Tree Farm. This event is the start of a series of collaborations between the Acton Memorial Library and Liberty Tree Farm. Throughout the summer and into the fall, children will have the opportunity to visit the farm and read to a horse and 3 dwarf goats, Please subscribe to our social media and online calendar for future dates.…Learn MoreWednesday, May 312:00—3:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Early Release -- Build & Fly a Kite
Want to learn how to make your own kite out of a paper bag? We will provide all of the materials to build and decorate the kite before flying them on our lawn!