Join families with young children for ABFN's annual Halloween Spooktacular event including a juggling magician and other fun activities provided by local preschools and businesses. Entertainment will be from 11:00-12:00.There will also be a Family costume contest, so come dressed for a chance to go home with cool prizes donated by local businesses. Attendance is free for ABFN families. Non-Member Families: $10 per family. Pre-registration REQUIRED for Non-Member Families. Pre-registration for Non-Member Families closes morning of on 10/25. See link below to register. Registration greatly appreciated and recommended for Member families. Only members may walk-in without registering. This is to ensure a safe event.

Walking in and around South Acton’s historic Mill Corner, you will learn about Acton’s earliest colonial settlement and its development into a hub of industry and commerce. You will learn about the people, places and practices that shaped the town’s history and our nation’s as well. Topics include Native American history, the use of natural resources, the importance of Colonel Francis Faulkner and Acton’s West Militia Company, the longtime role of the Jones and Faulkner families, the impact of the railroad, and visit nearby historic buildings, including those owned by the Iron Work Farm. Tour leader Amy Cole is an

Looking for friendship and good conversation with adults? The Nashoba Valley Neighbors Club would like to invite you to connect with our members on Saturday October 25th at our Halloween Potluck Fall Game Night in Acton. We will meet at the Village of Nagog Woods Clubhouse, 102 Nonset Path, Acton from 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM to enjoy friends, games, food, and beverages. Everyone is bringing a favorite appetizer, meal, or dessert to share. Costumes are encouraged. If you would like more information, or to join us, please RSVP to info@nashobavalleyneighbors.org. Our ongoing public events include Lunch Bunch, Movie Night,

The United Church of Christ in Boxborough will be hosting a Cuba Benefit Concert featuring Boston-based Pan-Latin Band, Sol y Canto, on Saturday, October 25th, at 7:30 PM. Tickets are $25 per person, ($30 at the door), $15 for students. To make a donation or to purchase tickets, go to: A Cuba Benefit Concert with Sol Y Canto. The COVID pandemic forced Cuba to close its doors to tourism for several years, which severely impacted the economy. In addition, the main power plant broke down last fall, resulting in widespread power outages across the island for several weeks. Since then,