Acton Town Hall, Room 204

The Town of Acton is studying Parker Street (between High Street and the MBTA Tracks) to better understand safety concerns and opportunities to improve conditions for people who drive, walk, and bike. We’re hosting an open house where community members can: Review existing conditions on Parker Street Share concerns about speeding and safety Talk about walking and biking needs Explore potential improvement ideas Ask questions and provide feedback How can the town improve the area around Parker Street? Take the survey!

In early 1776, the young Continental Army colonel Henry Knox moved dozens of heavy cannons and mortars from Lake Champlain to the siege lines around Boston; one of the most famous stories from the Revolutionary War. And like many famous stories, it embodies a fair amount of legend and lore. This talk sorts out what we know, what we only think we know, and what we should know about how Knox brought this “noble train of artillery” that helped to make all of Massachusetts independent. J. L. Bell maintains the Boston1775.net website, offering daily helpings of history, analysis, and unabashed

With award-winning documentary filmmaker Kim Smith. Experience the inspirational story of a magnificent species found in our own backyards!  Kim Smith will present her award-winning movie filmed along the shores of Cape Ann and in the heart of Mexico’s forested volcanic mountains. Every stage of the butterfly’s life cycle is experienced in vibrant close-up, from egg to caterpillar to adult and set to the background of sea and forest, sun and wind. Movie runtime is 56 minutes followed by Q&A. Kim Smith is a documentary filmmaker, wildlife conservationist, lecturer, photojournalist, author, illustrator, and an award-winning landscape designer.