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Thursday, August 110:00—10:30 AMWest Acton Citizens' LibraryWest Acton Citizens' Library21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720
Preschool Storytime at the Library!
Interactive Storytime at the West Acton Citizens' Library geared towards preschoolers. All are welcome!
Thursday, August 12:00—3:00 PMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Children's Crafting
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…Learn More
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Friday, August 210:00—11:00 AMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Pre-K Drop-in Art
We will provide various art supplies for children to create with as they wish! There will not be a structured craft, but rather an opportunity for the child to explore their creativity with various mediums. Stop by the Children's Craft Room anytime between 10:00 a.…Learn More
Friday, August 211:30 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
Sensory Storytime
A storytime featuring quiet books, activities, and tactile toys.
Friday, August 22:00—3:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Charades
Act out a book, a movie, famous person, animal, or place without using words. We'll play in teams for a family-fun event!
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Saturday, August 310:00 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
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, August 310:00—11:15 AMConference RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
AB United Way Community Circle
Community conversation
Saturday, August 311:00 AM—12:30 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Chess Club
Michael 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, August 4Closed
Acton Memorial Library
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Monday, August 510:00—11:30 AMConference RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
English At Large Summer Conversation Group
English at Large Summer Conversation Group! Sign up is required through English at Large. Registration opens May 13th, sign up here: https://docs. google. com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScayF4PdcEDhr-NVIsxy7AGuU1Clk2YvOUNXr5JUb3HxXEDCQ/viewformThe semester runs from June through August (10).…Learn More
Monday, August 54:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Comic Book Club
Do you love to read or draw comic books and graphic novels? Join us for a monthly meeting of our Comic Book Club! Recommend your favorite stories to othersShow off your latest drawingsGive and get tips on improving your drawings from other membersFeel free to suggest more ideas! Comic Book Club is all about what the members want to do.…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 69:30—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
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, August 64:30—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 64:40—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 64:50—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, August 66:00—7:00 PMBack Library Lawn Acton 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
Climate Cafe: Travel with Climate Awareness
Many of us need or want to travel, but we are increasingly aware that some forms of travel have a significant climate impact. This Climate Café looks at three elements of this issue. 1) What are the climate costs of travel? 2. ) Can we reimagine or re-prioritize how we travel? And 3.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 79:30—10:00 AMChildren's RoomActon 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
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 710:00 AM—5:00 PMActon Memorial LibraryActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Minuteman Library Crawl
A “crawl,” or tour, is a fun way to visit multiple Libraries in your area. Travel from Library to Library; meet the friendly staff and learn more about what the libraries around have to offer!
We have many different Libraries on the crawl. The challenge is to visit as many as you can and take a picture of yourself with a designated item in each library – it’s a 21st century scavenger hunt! Show your pictures to a librarian and receive a PRIZE, see how many you can collect.…Learn More
Wednesday, August 73:00—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
The Poop Museum
Facts about the many different pooping habits of various species, presented in an absurd and engaging manner by poop expert, Susie Maguire. The program duration will be 60 minutes, very interactive and a little noisy!
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Thursday, August 810:00—10:30 AMWest Acton Citizens' LibraryWest Acton Citizens' Library21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720
Preschool Storytime at the Library!
Interactive Storytime at the West Acton Citizens' Library geared towards preschoolers. All are welcome!
Thursday, August 82:00—3:00 PMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Children's Crafting
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…Learn More
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Friday, August 910:00—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
Maria Ruggiero, Prevention Program Manager for the Town of Tewksbury, will lead you through a guided meditation practice!Come practice
1. Setting intentions
2. Light stretching
3. Breathing techniques
4. Relaxation and mindfulness…Learn More
Friday, August 910:00—11:00 AMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Pre-K Drop-in Art
We will provide various art supplies for children to create with as they wish! There will not be a structured craft, but rather an opportunity for the child to explore their creativity with various mediums. Stop by the Children's Craft Room anytime between 10:00 a.…Learn More
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Sunday, August 11Closed
Acton Memorial Library
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Monday, August 1210:00—11:30 AMConference RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
English At Large Summer Conversation Group
English at Large Summer Conversation Group! Sign up is required through English at Large. Registration opens May 13th, sign up here: https://docs. google. com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScayF4PdcEDhr-NVIsxy7AGuU1Clk2YvOUNXr5JUb3HxXEDCQ/viewformThe semester runs from June through August (10).…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 139:30—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
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, August 132:00—3:00 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Writing Club
Join us for a low-pressure writing club. We'll be writing very short stories inspired by pictures, random dice rolls, or suggestions from the group. If you would like to, you can read your story out loud to the group, but only if you volunteer. The emphasis will be on fun, rather than work, but that doesn't mean your stories need to be funny.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 133:00—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! We meet every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month.
Tuesday, August 136:00—7:45 PMConference RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Green Advisory Board
Green Advisory Board monthly meeting
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Wednesday, August 149:30—10:00 AMMeeting RoomActon 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 141:30—1:45 PMWest Acton Citizens' LibraryWest Acton Citizens' Library21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720
Tech Help at West Acton Citizens' Library 1:30pm slot
Sign up for a 15-minute 1:1 tech help session.
Please bring your device and any questions you might have!
Registration is required! …Learn More
Wednesday, August 141:45—2:00 PMWest Acton Citizens' LibraryWest Acton Citizens' Library21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720
Tech Help at West Acton Citizens' Library 1:45pm slot
Sign up for a 15-minute 1:1 tech help session.
Please bring your device and any questions you might have! Registration is required! …Learn More
Wednesday, August 142:00—3:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Summer STEAM - LEGO Downhill Racing
Build your own vehicle with our Legos and race against other participants on our custom-made downhill track! Grades 1+…Learn More
Wednesday, August 142:00—2:15 PMWest Acton Citizens' LibraryWest Acton Citizens' Library21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720
Tech Help at West Acton Citizens' Library 2pm slot
Sign up for a 15-minute 1:1 tech help session.
Please bring your device and any questions you might have! Registration is required! …Learn More
Wednesday, August 142:15—2:30 PMWest Acton Citizens' LibraryWest Acton Citizens' Library21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720
Tech Help at West Acton Citizens' Library 2:15pm slot
Sign up for a 15-minute 1:1 tech help session.
Please bring your device and any questions you might have! Registration is required! …Learn More
Wednesday, August 146:00—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
Make Silk Road Jewelry! Adult Workshop
Join Hudson and Qi for part two in their workshop series of art and history on the Silk Road. The August 14th workshop is Jewelry on the Silk Road - make silk road jewelry!Performer Bio:
Hudson Chen and Qi Chen, bestselling authors, artists, and Silk Road art experts, are now entrepreneurs launching the Museum Art Educational Program.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 1510:00—10:30 AMWest Acton Citizens' LibraryWest Acton Citizens' Library21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720
Preschool Storytime at the Library!
Interactive Storytime at the West Acton Citizens' Library geared towards preschoolers. All are welcome!
Thursday, August 152:00—3:00 PMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Children's Crafting
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…Learn More
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Friday, August 1610:00—11:00 AMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Pre-K Drop-in Art
We will provide various art supplies for children to create with as they wish! There will not be a structured craft, but rather an opportunity for the child to explore their creativity with various mediums. Stop by the Children's Craft Room anytime between 10:00 a.…Learn More
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Saturday, August 1710:00 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
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 18Closed
Acton Memorial Library
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Tuesday, August 209:30—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
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, August 2010:00—11:00 AMOffsite
Hands On Nature at The Minuteman Inn
Join us with Hands On Nature for a bug hunt at the Minuteman Inn. Discover some of our fascinating local bugs - such as beetles, worms, slugs, ladybugs and caterpillars! Through learning about them, we will gain a better understanding and appreciation of their importance to our lives, and their role in our ecosystem.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 204:30—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 204:40—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 204:50—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 219:30—10:00 AMMeeting RoomActon 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 212:00—3:30 PMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
End of Summer Reading Party
Join us to celebrate the end of the Children's Summer Reading Program 2024 with a party! We'll have games and popsicles. This event will take place on the Library Lawn if the weather permits, otherwise we'll gather in the Children's Room.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 2210:00—10:30 AMWest Acton Citizens' LibraryWest Acton Citizens' Library21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720
Preschool Storytime at the Library!
Interactive Storytime at the West Acton Citizens' Library geared towards preschoolers. All are welcome!
Thursday, August 222:00—3:00 PMChildren's Craft RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Children's Crafting
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…Learn More
Thursday, August 226:00—7:00 PMZoom
West Acton Citizens' Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Monthly meeting of the West Acton Citizens' Library Board of Trustees.
Thursday, August 227:30—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
Acton Memorial Library Board of Trustees
Monthly Board of Trustees meeting.
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Friday, August 23Closed
Acton Memorial Library
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Sunday, August 25Closed
Acton Memorial Library
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Tuesday, August 279:30—10:30 AMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
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, August 273:00—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! We meet every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month.
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Wednesday, August 289:30—10:00 AMMeeting RoomActon 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
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Thursday, August 2910:00—10:30 AMWest Acton Citizens' LibraryWest Acton Citizens' Library21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720
Preschool Storytime at the Library!
Interactive Storytime at the West Acton Citizens' Library geared towards preschoolers. All are welcome!
Thursday, August 296:00—7:00 PMConference RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Friends of Acton Libraries Annual Meeting
Thursday, August 297:00—8:00 PMBack Library Lawn Acton 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
Summer Concert Series: PanNeubean Steel
Join us for the last Summer Concert of the season at AML! Summer Concert Series: Music every month on the back library lawn! Bring a lawn chair, picnic blanket and snacks! If it rains, the concert will still take place inside. Jefferey Clayton returns to the library with his Steelpan and incredible Caribbean Music.…Learn More
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Friday, August 3010:00—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, August 3010:00—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 (Rescheduled from 8/23)
Maria Ruggiero, Prevention Program Manager for the Town of Tewksbury, will lead you through a guided meditation practice!Come practice
1. Setting intentions
2. Light stretching
3. Breathing techniques
4. Relaxation and mindfulness…Learn More
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Saturday, August 3111:00 AM—12:30 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Chess Club
Michael 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.