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Theater III Musical “Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!”

Theatre III 250 Central St., Acton

Whatever you do, don't let the Pigeon star in his own musical production! With a script written by Mo Willems, the creator of the #1 New York Times best-selling, Caldecott Honor award-winning "Pigeon" picture books, and featuring music by Deborah Wicks La Puma (Elephant & Piggie's We Are in a Play!), Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical! is even more fun than staying up late and having a hot dog party! It's not easy being the Pigeon - you never get to do ANYTHING! But when the Bus Driver has a crisis that threatens to make her passengers (gasp!)

$10 – $12

Theater III Musical “Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!”

Theatre III 250 Central St., Acton

Whatever you do, don't let the Pigeon star in his own musical production! With a script written by Mo Willems, the creator of the #1 New York Times best-selling, Caldecott Honor award-winning "Pigeon" picture books, and featuring music by Deborah Wicks La Puma (Elephant & Piggie's We Are in a Play!), Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical! is even more fun than staying up late and having a hot dog party! It's not easy being the Pigeon - you never get to do ANYTHING! But when the Bus Driver has a crisis that threatens to make her passengers (gasp!)

$10 – $12

Library: Virtual – Summer Romance Beach Read Recommendations with Lorelei of Lorelei’s Lit Lair

Zoom

Lorelei will be chatting about the books she's looking forward to reading this summer - the best of romance beach reads! If your TBR pile isn't already groaning, it will be! Grab a cool drink and join us. If you know romance, you probably know Lorelei! Affectionately referred to as a passionate Romance Ambassador, Lorelei has been offering book recommendations, author spotlights, giveaways and connecting authors with readers through social media since 2010, providing a safe and friendly environment for book lovers around the globe. Register directly on Zoom here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/9517447448439/WN_apxcbZbuRvaWyYAFIqsjYw#/registration

Acton Community Supper: June

Mt Cavalry Lutheran Church 472 Massachusetts Ave., Acton, MA

Join us at our All Sit Down Supper! We welcome all our guests inside to join neighbors and friends at the tables in Fellowship Hall. Welcome Summer! We look forward to sharing a meal and friendship with you. June 4 -- Mediterranean Chicken with Rice Pilaf Sponsored by West Acton Baptist Church June 11 -- BBQ Night: Pork Chops with Roasted Veggies Sponsored by Chaves Heating and Air Conditioning June 18  -- Ballpark Night! Hot Dogs with all the Fixin’s Sponsored by Boston Metro West Bible Church of Littleton June 25 -- Italian Summer Supper: Antipasto Salad and Meatball Subs

Library: Adult Game Night

Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor) 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, United States

Unplug, unwind, and unleash your competitive side! Join us for Adult Board Game Night at the library—a casual, fun-filled evening of strategy, laughter, and community. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just in it for the good company, there's a game for everyone. Choose from a variety of modern classics and hidden gems, or bring your own favorite to share!

Acton Republican Town Committee

Faulkner House 5 High Street, Acton

Acton Republican Town Committee 6:30 PM Wednesday, June 18, 2025 Faulkner House (circa 1700), 5 High Street Friends of Acton RTC Welcome! please RSVP to Chair or ARTC Officer acton-repubs@pm.me

Dementia-friendly service at UCC Boxborough

UCC Boxborough 723 Massachusetts Ave, Boxborough, MA, United States

Would you like to attend a short and familiar worship service during the week?  Our Called to Care team will be hosting a dementia-friendly worship service on Thursday, June 19th at 10 am.  The service will be 30 minutes long, with familiar hymns, and familiar scriptures and prayers.  All are welcome to this service and fellowship after the service.  It is also a time to connect with others who are interested in dementia-friendly events and fellowship.

Free

Juneteenth Commemoration

Acton Congregational Church 12 Concord Road, Acton, MA, United States +1 more

On June 19 at 2:00 pm, the Acton Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commission invites you to our commemoration of Juneteenth. We begin at the Acton Congregational Church with author Ray Anthony Shephard, who will present a history of Juneteenth and its relevance to other fights for freedom, followed by several musical selections. Around 3:00 pm, we will walk to the Acton Women’s Club where local tour guide Amy Cole will share Acton’s history about Emancipation and local abolitionists. We end with a presentation on how horse culture ties into the histories of Black freedom.

Free

Acton Lion’s Club Town Fair

School Street Fields (corner of School St and Rt 2 eastbound) 343 School Street, Acton, MA

The annual Lion's Club fair has been a beloved local tradition since the 1970s and serves as our largest fundraiser. Join us in supporting the Massachusetts Lions Eye Research Fund to advance eye-related research and aid various local charities. Like us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ActonLionsClub Follow us at www.actonlions.org

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: Handworks Gallery

Great Woods Plaza: 340 Great Road, Acton 340 Great Road, Acton

Join us for a ribbon cutting ceremony to recognize Handworks Gallery new store location in Acton!  They moved into the Great Woods Plaza at 340 Great Road, Acton.

Free