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.

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.

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.

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of entertainment! We have an incredible lineup of seven talented drag performers who are set to dazzle and delight you. This interactive event promises to engage the audience in a fun and lively atmosphere! Please note that this event is recommended for mature audiences. Tickets can be purchased at the gate or in advance online through EventBrite. Indulge your taste buds with delicious food, and enjoy a selection of beer and wine available for purchase. Seating is general admission on the lawn, so be sure to bring your own chairs or blankets for comfort.

Fifer’s Day is organized by the Boxborough District Minutemen Company in association with the Boxborough Public Celebrations Committee as well as many other town organizations. We are looking into several exciting new activities for the kids and will have our usual live music, bouncy castles, volleyball, road race, craft and vendor booths as well as delicious food and drink options. See website for schedule of events: https://boxboroughminutemen.org/fifers-day-2025

Get ready for an exhilarating afternoon packed with excitement for everyone to enjoy! Join us for a variety of engaging activities, connect with local community groups, and groove to the electrifying sounds of the band Femme as they take the stage. Delicious food and refreshing drinks will be available for purchase, ensuring you have everything you need for a fantastic day. Don’t miss out on the fun—mark your calendars and come celebrate with us!

Celebrate summer, local food and community at Boston Area Gleaners’ 6th annual June Food Day! This rain or shine celebration will be held on Saturday, June 21st from 4:30-8:30pm at our headquarters at Stonefield Farm in Acton. Our biggest community event of the season will feature farm fun for all ages: there will be hay rides, farm tours, a raffle, live music, catered food and complimentary festive beverages. Any proceeds from this event will help to support our programs and further our mission to create an equitable and sustainable food system for our community. We hope to see you there!