November 2023

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Wednesday, November 19:30—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, November 12:00—3:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Early Release -- Pokémon Card Game

Pokémon Card Game Bring your Pokémon Cards and learn how to play the game, or play other opponents. Grades 2-5.…Learn More

Wednesday, November 17:00—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
Zoom

Reading Between the Lines: Contextualizing New England’s Indigenous Rock Art

READING BETWEEN THE LINES: CONTEXTUALIZING NEW ENGLAND’S INDIGENOUS ROCK ART New England’s rock art, imagery carved or painted on stone, provides a tantalizing, if often opaque, window into the region’s deep indigenous history. Drawing primarily from examples in Maine, Peter Anick, vice president of ARARA (American Rock Art Research Association), reviews various attempts to date, contextualize, and interpret figures using geology, ethnography, and comparisons with other sites.…Learn More
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Thursday, November 210:00—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, November 23:00—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, November 24:00—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. First grade and up only, please.   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 310:00—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.
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Saturday, November 410:00 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

Saturday, November 412:00—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

Acton Latino Family Network Gathering

Acton Latino Family Network GatheringAn opportunity to connect, exchange information, meet our neighbors and learn about our communityBring your favorite dish and drink to shareRSVP: Zoila Ricciardi 978-590-2912-----------Uma oportunidade de se conectar, trocar informações, conhecer…Learn More

Saturday, November 41:00—2:30 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Chess Club

Chess ClubMisha 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.
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Monday, November 61:00—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, November 65:30—8:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Jefferson Farms Condominium Association Annual Meeting

Jefferson Farms Condominium Association Annual MeetingAnnual meeting of members and Trustees of Jefferson Farms Condominium with the Condominium Management Company.

Monday, November 66:30—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, November 79:30—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

Tuesday, November 74:30—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, November 74:40—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, November 74:50—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, November 89:30—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, November 81:00—2:00 PMWest Acton Citizens' LibraryWest Acton Citizens' Library21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720

Drop In Tech Help at West Acton Citizens' Library

Do you have a technology problem on your smartphone or laptop? Drop in to our 1 hour Tech Help session at West Acton Citizens' Library in the programming room from 1pm-2pm. We will do our best to answer your questions or connect you with the right resources…Learn More

Wednesday, November 82:00—2:45 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Early Release -- Moon Adventure Game at 2pm

Players will work together to solve a series of challenges grounded in real science about living and doing research on the Moon. The premise of the game is a fictional story grounded in actual NASA science and research about what people might need in the future to live and work on the Moon.…Learn More

Wednesday, November 83:00—3:45 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 -- Moon Adventure Game at 3pm

Players will work together to solve a series of challenges grounded in real science about living and doing research on the Moon. The premise of the game is a fictional story grounded in actual NASA science and research about what people might need in the future to live and work on the Moon.…Learn More
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Thursday, November 99:30—11:30 AMSolariumActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Coffee with a Cop

Coffee with a CopEnjoy a coffee while chatting with Acton MA officers and meet Officer Zane, one of Acton’s first certified service dogs on the police force! Parents, Storytime With An Officer will be at 10am this same day in the Meeting Room!

Thursday, November 910:00—11:00 AMOffsite

Drop-In Technology Help at the Senior Center

Drop-In Technology Help at the Senior CenterNeed 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, November 93:00—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, November 94:00—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. First grade and up only, please.   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 10Closed

Acton Memorial Library

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Saturday, November 1110:00—11:15 AMChildren's 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 111:00—2:30 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Chess Club

Chess ClubMisha 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.
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Sunday, November 122:30—3:30 PMZoom

(Virtual) Asian Art Series: Japanese Aesthetics: Exploring Japan’s Artistic Sensibilities

(Virtual) Asian Art Series: Japanese Aesthetics: Exploring Japan’s Artistic SensibilitiesRegister 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 More
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Monday, November 131:00—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, November 135:15—6:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

ABRSD Destination Imagination 3rd grade

ABRSD Destination Imagination 3rd gradeD-I is an ABRSD-recognized extracurricular activity in which students, over the course of 3-4 months, ideate, plan, and design a solution to a challenge.

Monday, November 136:30—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, November 149:30—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

Tuesday, November 143:00—4:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Yarn & Needle Club

Yarn & Needle ClubKnitters, crocheters, embroiderers, and sewers, join the library to work on your project and socialize!

Tuesday, November 144:00—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, November 144:00—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, November 144:15—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, November 144:15—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, November 144:30—4:30 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, November 144:30—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, November 144:45—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

Tuesday, November 144:45—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
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Wednesday, November 159:30—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, November 152:00—2:45 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Early Release -- Moon Adventure Game at 2pm

Players will work together to solve a series of challenges grounded in real science about living and doing research on the Moon. The premise of the game is a fictional story grounded in actual NASA science and research about what people might need in the future to live and work on the Moon.…Learn More

Wednesday, November 153:00—3:45 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 -- Moon Adventure Game at 3pm

Players will work together to solve a series of challenges grounded in real science about living and doing research on the Moon. The premise of the game is a fictional story grounded in actual NASA science and research about what people might need in the future to live and work on the Moon.…Learn More

Wednesday, November 155:45—8:00 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

"The Drive To Sing" Documentary Screening plus Q&A with Filmmakers/Cast

"The Drive To Sing" Documentary Screening  plus Q&A with Filmmakers/CastJoin director and producer, Bryce and Kathryn Denney for a screening followed by Q&A. The Drive to Sing is a new documentary about choirs during the pandemic and the importance of making music together. It is full of beautiful choral music recorded in very unusual places.…Learn More
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Thursday, November 1610:00—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, November 163:00—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, November 164:00—4:30 PMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Children's Crafting for First Grade and Up

Children's Crafting for First Grade and UpPlease 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 1710:00—11:00 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

CANCELED - Breathe For Change

Breathe For ChangeNovember 17th session canceled, please join us on December 8th and December 22nd for our December sessions!…Learn More

Friday, November 1711:00 AM—12:30 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! Pick up a copy of the book at Acton Memorial Library!Our next meeting of the I Hiked Acton's Trails Book Club will be Friday, November 17th, we will be discussing To Be A Water Protector: The Rise of the Wiindigoo Slayers by Winona LaDuke while hiking the Jenks .…Learn More
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Saturday, November 1810:00 AM—12:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

CANCELED - 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

Saturday, November 181:00—2:30 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Chess Club

Chess ClubMisha 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, November 182:00—3:00 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

Staged Reading of "Under Milk Wood" with WordsMove Theater

under milk wood The Welsh poet Dylan Thomas is known as one of the greatest lyric voices of the 20th century. Celebrated for his poetry, he also wrote a play for voices “Under Milk Wood”, comissioned by the BBC and aired on the radio in 1954, shortly after Thomas’ death.…Learn More
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Sunday, November 192:00—4:00 PMMeeting Room AActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

CANCELED - Neal Rantoul Gallery Talk - RESCHEDULED TO DEC. 10TH

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED FOR NOVEMBER 19.   NEW DATE: DECEMBER 10TH, 2PM-4PMNeal Rantoul's show will be hanging in the Library's meeting room during November and December.
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Monday, November 201:00—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, November 206:30—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, November 219:30—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

Tuesday, November 214:30—4:40 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
OutdoorsActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

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

Read to a Dog - Zora - 4:30p slotYoung 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, November 214:40—4:50 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
OutdoorsActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

CANCELED - 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, November 214:50—5:00 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
OutdoorsActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

CANCELED - 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, November 216:30—8:00 PMConference RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Acton Memorial Library Book Discussion Group

Acton Memorial Library Book Discussion GroupActon Memorial Library Book Discussion Group.   This month's book is The Revolutionary Samuel Adams by Stacy Schiff.
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Wednesday, November 229:30—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
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Thursday, November 23Closed

Acton Memorial Library

West Acton Citizens' Library

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Friday, November 24Closed

Acton Memorial Library

West Acton Citizens' Library

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Saturday, November 2510:00 AM—1:00 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

Fix It Clinic

Fix It Clinic Join the folks from Fixit Clinic to learn and (with luck) repair! We provide the space, tools, and expert coaches to help you tinker, troubleshoot, and perhaps fix your small appliances, toys, devices, clothing, electronics, or other items.

Saturday, November 2510:00 AM—12:00 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

CANCELED - Dungeons & Dragons for 5th and 6th graders

Dungeons & Dragons for 5th and 6th gradersFor 5th and 6th graders only. Beginners welcome!  Registration is required in advance to play. Please register for each session.

Saturday, November 251:00—2:30 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Chess Club

Chess ClubMisha 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.
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Monday, November 271:00—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, November 275:00—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

Cultural Curators

Cultural CuratorsAt Culture Curators, we love preserving the stories, cultures, and heritage of ancient tribes. It's like being a detective, but instead of solving mysteries, we explore and research these amazing tribes! We use books, technology, and live interviews of tribal leaders to bring all these elements together.…Learn More

Monday, November 276:30—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, November 289:30—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Baby/Toddler Storytime

Baby/Toddler StorytimeJoin 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 More

Tuesday, November 283:00—4:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Yarn & Needle Club

Yarn & Needle ClubKnitters, crocheters, embroiderers, and sewers, join the library to work on your project and socialize!…Learn More
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Wednesday, November 299:30—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, November 292:00—2:45 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 -- Moon Adventure Game at 2pm

Players will work together to solve a series of challenges grounded in real science about living and doing research on the Moon. The premise of the game is a fictional story grounded in actual NASA science and research about what people might need in the future to live and work on the Moon.…Learn More

Wednesday, November 293:00—4:00 PMConference RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Teen Advisory Board

TABTeens: 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!

Wednesday, November 293:00—3:45 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 -- Moon Adventure Game at 3pm

Players will work together to solve a series of challenges grounded in real science about living and doing research on the Moon. The premise of the game is a fictional story grounded in actual NASA science and research about what people might need in the future to live and work on the Moon.…Learn More

Wednesday, November 296:00—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

Veteran and surviving spouse Benefits Discussion

Veteran and surviving spouse Benefits DiscussionVeteran and surviving spouse Benefits Discussion - Open to all Veterans’ Service Officer (VSO), James MacRae, will lead a discussion on various Veteran benefits. Learn about an array of federal, state, and local benefits to which you may be entitled.
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Thursday, November 3010:00—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, November 303:00—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, November 304:00—4:30 PMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Children's Crafting for First Grade and Up

Children's Crafting for First Grade and UpPlease 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 307:30—8:45 PMZoom

Memorial Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting

Memorial Library Board of Trustees monthly meeting. To 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: 950-4015-6244Memorial…Learn More