Musicians Howie Rashba and Mel Green will perform familiar and favorite folk music and folk-rock classics. Whether you are a seasoned Hootenanny fan or experiencing one for the first time, this is your opportunity to share in a spirited tradition! Songs such as This Land is Your Land, If I Had a Hammer, Blowin’ in the Wind, and Mr.Tambourine Man are often included. Hootenanny is a term with Scotch-Irish roots that found its way to Appalachia before being popularized in the 1940s by folk legends like Woody Guthrie and Pete Seeger. Come sing along, clap your hands, stomp your feet,

Space is limited, sign up on the program page on our website here.  Whether you're a seasoned stitcher or a complete beginner, come learn new techniques, share ideas, and enjoy crafting in community. This month's craft is: Fabric Teabag Bookmarks Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by emailing library@actonma.gov.

In 2023, Professor Bob Allison inaugurated the Acton 250 Lectures Series with an account of the Boston Tea Party of 1773 and the pivotal events that sparked the American Revolution. He returned to explain the critical changes occurring in the year 1774 when the Crown’s response solidified the colonial opposition.  We are thrilled to have Bob for his third visit to discuss the events after the start of the Revolution. Professor Allison is renowned for his expertise in American colonial history, and the political, social, and economic factors that converged in the 18th century, leading to Massachusetts’ significant role in

Feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or embarrassed just thinking about all the stuff in your home? You’re not the only one! Come learn 5 essential, practical ways to reduce your stress so you can stay motivated and make steady progress without the emotional roller coaster. Forget “attacking” your clutter or “revving up” to get rid of it asap. There’s a better way: a more respectful, sustainable approach. Clutter is just part of life—together, everything is figure-out-able! Let’s Start Now! Bring your clutter—clean towels, sheets or blankets, and Laura will donate them for you to Household Goods! Attendees have a chance to win a

Join Iron Work Farm for an evening of music, merriment, munchies, and minutemen!  Family-friendly! Enjoy lawn games and live music by Babylon. Dig into a tasty beef stew, apple crisp, or burrito take a “colonial” selfie at the photo booth Roast popcorn or marshmallows on our fire pits. Tickets $25.00 includes 3 drink/food tickets, kids under 18 are free! To purchase tickets, see https://www.ironworkfarm.org/.

Ride for Food 2025 to support the Acton Food Pantry Choose from a 25-mile, 50-mile, or 100-K bike ride, or a 5K walk Email Team Captain Andrew Gruskay gruskay@verizon.net to join AFP Ride for Food Team Register your profile on the AFP Team page. Share with family and friends Riders between 14-18 must be accompanied by an adult 5K walk open to all Entry fee: $85, Fundraising Minimum (supports Acton Food Pantry) Sign up to Ride/Walk Today! Here's the Anticipated Schedule: 7:30 - Attendees begin arriving for registration and check in 7:45 - Breakfast foods, coffee, snacks Bike mechanics available

Tour leader Amy Cole grew up near Acton Center and knows the Town well. She has a wide ranging-interest in Acton’s unique history. Walking Acton’s historic civic center, 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 role of the church, the importance of Captain Isaac Davis and the Acton Minutemen, nearby historic buildings, memorials and more. The mile walk will take about two hours. The tour is free but registration is required. Limit 25 people. Please register at https://tinyurl.com/Oct9-Acton250