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Wednesday, May 19:30—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, May 12:00—3:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Early Release -- Make Your Own Wind Chimes
Make your own customized wind chimes . All materials supplied. Grades 1+-- children should be able to tie a knot or have the assistance of an adult.…Learn More
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Thursday, May 210:00—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!
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Friday, May 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.
Friday, May 311:30 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.
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Saturday, May 410:00 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
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, May 410:00 AM—12:00 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Saturday Storytime Reading Buddies
Students from the Acton Boxborough United Way read picture books to young children at the library. No registration necessary. Just drop in any time between 10am and 12pm on the following Saturdays:March 9, 16, 23April 13, 20May 4, 18Storytimes are conducted in the round turret room at the back of the Children's Room.Saturday, May 41:00—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 1-6.5
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Monday, May 64:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
CANCELED - 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 More7
Tuesday, May 79:30—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, May 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, May 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, May 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, May 89:30—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, May 82:00—3:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Early Release --LEGO Free Play
Come build something wonderful with our big collection of LEGO bricks. All ages welcome.…Learn More9
Thursday, May 910:00—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!
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Friday, May 1010:00—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, May 1110:00—11:15 AMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
CANCELED - 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 1112:30—2:00 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
Music of New England’s Diasporas
May 11th and July 13th in the Library Meeting Room!As a musician, I’ve always been fascinated by the influence of the melting pot on our collective experience, whether it be through the food we eat, our shared traditions, film, or the music we’ve heard, shared and continue to experience in our communities.…Learn MoreSaturday, May 111:00—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, May 113:00—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
Bollywood Dance Class for Teens
This event has been rescheduled from our last class! We hope you can join!----------------------------------------------Learn how to dance Bollywood style for free with Shikha!Registration required on our online calendar. All teens are invited to sign up!Shikha is a trained Kathak Dancer and award winning Bollywood dance choreographer and dancer.…Learn More
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Tuesday, May 149:30—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 More15
Wednesday, May 159:30—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, May 152:00—3:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Early Release -- Make a Stabile
What is a "stabile?" A stabile is like a mobile, except instead of hanging from above, it is a kinetic sculpture supported from below on a fixed platform. The most well-known stabiles were made by the artist Alexander Calder. You can also read more about him at the Museum of Modern Art website.…Learn More16
Thursday, May 1610:00—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!
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Friday, May 1710:00—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, May 1810:00 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 MoreSaturday, May 1810:00 AM—12:00 PMChildren's RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Saturday Storytime Reading Buddies
Students from the Acton Boxborough United Way read picture books to young children at the library. No registration necessary. Just drop in any time between 10am and 12pm on the following Saturdays:March 9, 16, 23April 13, 20May 4, 18Storytimes are conducted in the round turret room at the back of the Children's Room.Saturday, May 181:00—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 1-6.19
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Monday, May 204:00—4:15 PMBack Library Lawn Acton Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Butterfly Release
If it's not raining, we will be releasing our newly metamorphized butterflies outside on the back library lawn at 4pm. No registration necessary.21
Tuesday, May 219:30—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, May 214:30—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, May 214:40—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, May 214:50—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, May 216:30—8:00 PMConference RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Acton Memorial Library Book Discussion Group
Acton Memorial Library Book Discussion Group. Pick up a copy at the circulation desk!Prequel by Rachel Maddow#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Rachel Maddow traces the fight to preserve American democracy back to World War II, when a handful of committed public servants and brave private citizens thwarted far-right plotters trying to steer our nation toward an alliance with the Nazis.…Learn More22
Wednesday, May 229:30—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, May 222:00—3:30 PMMeeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Early Release -- Beginning 3D Design with Tinkercad
Tinkercad is 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 MoreWednesday, May 226:00—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
Wetlands Lecture
Ever wondered how wetlands are created? Or what critters call wetlands home? Or how wetlands will be impacted by climate change? Join Ian Bergemann, Land Stewardship Coordinator, as he explains the formation of wetlands and the species that depend on this unique natural resource! He will also explore how climate change will impact wetlands and what protections exist for them!Open to adults and teens.…Learn More23
Thursday, May 2310:00—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, May 234:00—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
Repair and Renew Sewing Workshop
Announcing - Repair and Renew Sewing Workshop by Deepika PrakashLearn to extend the life of your clothes by simple mending techniques with Deepika. Hemming and mending are valuable skills that contribute to sustainable practices. Some knowledge of using a sewing machine may be required but not always necessary.…Learn More24
Friday, May 2410:00—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, May 241:50—3:45 PMOutdoorsActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Acton Center Walking Tour with Amy Cole sponsored by the Acton 250 Committee
Acton Center Walking Tour - Friday, May 24 (Rain date, May 25)
Meet Amy Cole at the Acton Memorial Library parking lot at 1:50 PM. The walk ends by 3:30 PM. The walk is free, but registration is required and capped at 20 attendees for each walk.
Tour leader Amy Cole grew up near Acton Center and knows the Town well.…Learn More25
Saturday, May 251:00—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 1-6.26
Sunday, May 26Closed
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Monday, May 27Closed
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Tuesday, May 289:30—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 More29
Wednesday, May 299:30—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, May 293:00—4:00 PMConference RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Teen Advisory Group
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!30
Thursday, May 3010:00—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, May 3011:00—11:30 AMOffsite
Storytime at the Discovery Museum
Join us for a special Storytime at the Discovery Museum.
No need to register, but an admission fee to the museum will be required.
Discovery Museum177 Main Street (Route 27)Acton, Massachusetts 01720Phone: 978-264-4200fun@discoveryacton. org …Learn More31
Friday, May 3110:00—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.