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CANCELED-Acton COA Invites You to Comedy Scene Study with Poornima Kirby

Acton Senior Center 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton

Open to out-of-towners 60+ starting April 6th for $20/series Come tickle your funny bone through an exploration of the art, science and silliness of comedy! Whether you are the class clown or worry you haven’t a funny bone in your body, this class is a perfect place to express (or discover) your inner comedian. In early weeks, we’ll learn the principles of comedy scenes through improvisational games. After the first week, students will each be assigned a comedic monologue and scene from a classic comedic writer from Shakespeare to Moliere to Noel Coward to Neil Simon and more. Over the

Acton Woman’s Club: Storytelling program

Acton Woman's Club 504 Main St, Acton

On Wednesday, April 8, David Gerratt of Fugitive Productions will guide a few courageous members of the Acton Woman's Club in a riveting storytelling experience for the enjoyment of all.  You will probably laugh....maybe shed a tear.  For sure, your heart will be opened, memories will resurface, and connections will be realized. The 1pm program is open to all. If you'd like to join Club members for 11:30 lunch at the Acton Center clubhouse, please call 978-263-5275 to let us know you are coming. The Woman's Club is collecting for  the Acton Food Pantry Collection. Members are asked to bring

Library: Virtual – Get the Most Out of Social Security with Mary Beth Franklin

Zoom

Register for the Zoom link here! Deciding when and how to claim your maximum Social Security benefits is one of the most important decisions one can make before retirement. Join Mary Beth Franklin, one of the true experts in the field, for a deep dive on Social Security, including strategies for deciding when to claim benefits and considerations of your overall retirement plan. This program is in partner with the Cary Library.

Free

Acton COA presents: Revolutions and Banana Wars with Paolo Di Gregorio

Acton Senior Center 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton

Acton Council on Aging presents Revolutions and Banana Wars: US Intervention in Latin America from the Monroe Doctrine to the Cold War with Paolo Di Gregorio For the last 200 years, the United States has had a complex, often controversial, relationship with our southern neighbors. Recent events in South America and the Caribbean illustrate that the story of this relationship is still unfolding. This illustrated talk examines the history of US involvement in the Americas, and the politics, economics, and ideologies that shaped the story. Rescheduled from February cancellation. Paolo Di Gregorio is a historian, archaeologist and educator. He is

Free – $5

Acton COA Invites You to Golden Rainbow & Friends Social Hour

Acton Senior Center 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton

People in the LGBTQ+ community and friends/allies are warmly welcome to this social hour facilitated by Rainbow Coordinator Rosie Latto. This month’s topic is the life and legacy of Miss Major Griffin Gracy, a transgender icon and activist. Please reach out to Chris Chirokas at the COA with any questions: cchirokas@actonma.gov or 978-929-6652. Open to all age 60+/free   

Free

West Acton Citizens’ Library Book Discussion Group

West Acton Citizens' Library 21 Windsor Avenue, Acton

Sign up on the program page on our website here!  Limited copies of the book in multiple formats will be available at the West Acton branch. First come, first serve. All are welcome! This month's book is: Heartwood by Amity Gaige

Free

LWV Candidate Forum

Acton Town Hall, Room 204 472 Main Street, Acton, MA

The League of Women Voters of Acton Area presents their annual candidate's forum for all of the candidates running for Acton town offices. The forum will be in person at Town Hall and live on ActonTV. This year, there are contested races for: Select Board (two openings with three candidates) School Committee (three openings with six candidates) Water District Commissioner (one opening with two candidates) Hear what these and the uncontested candidates have to say at a moderated forum so you can be a prepared voter for the town election on April 28! If you have questions for candidates, you

Free

CANCELED-Acton COA Invites You to Comedy Scene Study with Poornima Kirby

Acton Senior Center 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton

Open to out-of-towners 60+ starting April 6th for $20/series Come tickle your funny bone through an exploration of the art, science and silliness of comedy! Whether you are the class clown or worry you haven’t a funny bone in your body, this class is a perfect place to express (or discover) your inner comedian. In early weeks, we’ll learn the principles of comedy scenes through improvisational games. After the first week, students will each be assigned a comedic monologue and scene from a classic comedic writer from Shakespeare to Moliere to Noel Coward to Neil Simon and more. Over the

CANCELED-Acton COA Invites You to Comedy Scene Study with Poornima Kirby

Acton Senior Center 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton

Open to out-of-towners 60+ starting April 6th for $20/series Come tickle your funny bone through an exploration of the art, science and silliness of comedy! Whether you are the class clown or worry you haven’t a funny bone in your body, this class is a perfect place to express (or discover) your inner comedian. In early weeks, we’ll learn the principles of comedy scenes through improvisational games. After the first week, students will each be assigned a comedic monologue and scene from a classic comedic writer from Shakespeare to Moliere to Noel Coward to Neil Simon and more. Over the

CANCELED-Acton COA Invites You to Comedy Scene Study with Poornima Kirby

Acton Senior Center 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton

Open to out-of-towners 60+ starting April 6th for $20/series Come tickle your funny bone through an exploration of the art, science and silliness of comedy! Whether you are the class clown or worry you haven’t a funny bone in your body, this class is a perfect place to express (or discover) your inner comedian. In early weeks, we’ll learn the principles of comedy scenes through improvisational games. After the first week, students will each be assigned a comedic monologue and scene from a classic comedic writer from Shakespeare to Moliere to Noel Coward to Neil Simon and more. Over the

CANCELED-Acton COA Invites You to Comedy Scene Study with Poornima Kirby

Acton Senior Center 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton

Open to out-of-towners 60+ starting April 6th for $20/series Come tickle your funny bone through an exploration of the art, science and silliness of comedy! Whether you are the class clown or worry you haven’t a funny bone in your body, this class is a perfect place to express (or discover) your inner comedian. In early weeks, we’ll learn the principles of comedy scenes through improvisational games. After the first week, students will each be assigned a comedic monologue and scene from a classic comedic writer from Shakespeare to Moliere to Noel Coward to Neil Simon and more. Over the

CANCELED-Acton COA Invites You to Comedy Scene Study with Poornima Kirby

Acton Senior Center 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton

Open to out-of-towners 60+ starting April 6th for $20/series Come tickle your funny bone through an exploration of the art, science and silliness of comedy! Whether you are the class clown or worry you haven’t a funny bone in your body, this class is a perfect place to express (or discover) your inner comedian. In early weeks, we’ll learn the principles of comedy scenes through improvisational games. After the first week, students will each be assigned a comedic monologue and scene from a classic comedic writer from Shakespeare to Moliere to Noel Coward to Neil Simon and more. Over the