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  • Acton COA Presents: Holiday Decoration Clean Out Drop Off

    Acton COA Presents: Holiday Decoration Clean Out Drop Off

    Acton Senior Center 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton, MA

    Trying to downsize the amount of decorations you have but aren’t sure what to do with them? Bring them to the Senior Center! We know of many people who are starting out or starting over that would enjoy having decorations. Please bring clean decorations that are still in good condition to the Senior Center Monday, December 1st from 8:00 am- 3:30 pm and Tuesday, December 2nd, 8:00-12noon. We will open our doors for folks of all ages to take what they can use Tuesday, December 2nd, 2:00-5:30 pm, and Wednesday the 3rd from 8:00 am- 3:30 pm. We will not

    Free
  • Acton COA Presents: Holiday Decoration Give Away!

    Acton COA Presents: Holiday Decoration Free Shop!

    Acton Senior Center 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton, MA

    Are you just starting over and need holiday decor? Do you need a little help with decorating your tree? Come to the Senior Center to pick up what you need to make the holidays cheery and bright for you and your family! We will open our doors for folks of all ages so you can take what you can use Tuesday, December 2nd, 2:00-5:30 pm, and Wednesday the 3rd from 8:00 am- 3:30 pm.

    Free

  • Postponed Winter Heating & Energy Efficiency Crash Course

    Acton Senior Center 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton, MA

    Learn how to keep your home warm and your energy bills low this winter. Talk to Mass Save, enjoy some snacks, and bring your bills. The Town of Acton Sustainability Office, in partnership with Mass Save, will be hosting an Energy Efficiency and Winter Heating crash Course at the Acton Senior Center. This presentation will provide insight into the energy and cost-saving resources available to Acton residents—both owners and renters—including no-cost energy assessments, rebates on energy-saving devices and energy-efficient appliances, incentivized and no-cost weatherization upgrades, and more! If you are interested in attending this free presentation, please register here: https://bit.ly/cozy468

    Free
  • Acton COA Presents: Holiday Decoration Give Away!

    Acton COA Presents: Holiday Decoration Free Shop!

    Acton Senior Center 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton, MA

    Are you just starting over and need holiday decor? Do you need a little help with decorating your tree? Come to the Senior Center to pick up what you need to make the holidays cheery and bright for you and your family! We will open our doors for folks of all ages so you can take what you can use Tuesday, December 2nd, 2:00-5:30 pm, and Wednesday the 3rd from 8:00 am- 3:30 pm.

    Free

  • Acton COA Presents: When Life (and the Holidays) Feel Overwhelming: Simple Skills for Challenging Days

    Acton Senior Center 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton, MA

    Join Dr. Jennifer Staples, Clinical Psychologist and co-founder of guts nonprofit, to learn practical tools to cope with overwhelming moments. The holiday season can feel especially lonely and challenging; this session will help you find more peace, calm, and acceptance. You’ll leave with science-backed strategies you can use immediately and a take-home handout. guts makes mental health tools accessible, actionable, and relatable—because it takes guts to talk about mental health! Open to all age 60+/free  

    Free
  • Acton Community Supper – November

    Acton Community Supper – December

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

    Join us at our Sit-Down Supper! The month of Holiday Celebrations is here. Please, take time to join us for a dinner with new and familiar friends. Join us as we bring cheer into your lives. We look forward to sharing a meal and friendship with you! December 3:  Spaghetti and Meatballs Sponsored by The Acton Women’s Club December 10: Swedish Meatballs with Buttered Noodles Sponsored by Mt Calvary Lutheran Church December 17: Our Holiday Turkey Dinner with all the Fix’ns Sponsored by Boston Metro West Bible Church December 24th & 31st:  Closed – May this month of many Holidays

  • Acton Lions: Christmas Tree Sale

    Acton Lions: Christmas Tree Sale

    Acton Ace Hardware parking lot 210 Main Street, Acton, MA

    The holiday season is here, and so is one of Acton’s favorite traditions! The Acton Lions Club is once again proud to host our long-running Christmas Tree Sale—a cheerful community gathering that has brought families together for decades. Come join the fun, feel the Christmas spirit, and pick out the perfect tree to brighten your home this holiday season! All proceeds help support charitable and community needs locally, nationally, and even around the world.

  • St. Matthews Festival of Sharing

    St Matthew's United Methodist Church 435 Central Street, Acton, MA

     Here is your opportunity to do GOOD this Christmas by supporting charitable organizations that work locally, nationally, and across the globe. 100% of all donations go directly to these groups; Saint Matthew’s doesn’t keep any of the funds. There will be many organizations, as well as the famous Saint Matthew’s “cookie walk”  with live musical entertainment throughout the festival. Come and share your holiday generosity with these worthwhile organizations!

  • Acton Lions: Christmas Tree Sale

    Acton Lions: Christmas Tree Sale

    Acton Ace Hardware parking lot 210 Main Street, Acton, MA

    The holiday season is here, and so is one of Acton’s favorite traditions! The Acton Lions Club is once again proud to host our long-running Christmas Tree Sale—a cheerful community gathering that has brought families together for decades. Come join the fun, feel the Christmas spirit, and pick out the perfect tree to brighten your home this holiday season! All proceeds help support charitable and community needs locally, nationally, and even around the world.

  • Concert: Musical Storytelling with Schumann

    CCM Concert Hall West Concord Union Church, 1317 Main Street, Concord, MA, United States

     The Concord Conservatory of Music (CCM) invites families to a delightful and participatory concert, "Musical Storytelling with Schumann," a featured event in the CCM Family Series. The performance will take place on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 11:00 AM. CCM piano faculty member Kitty Cheung-Evans will perform Robert Schumann’s beloved Kinderszenen, or “Scenes from Childhood” (1838). Inspired by Clara Schumann’s reflection that these pieces "belong only to us," this unique concert prompts listeners—both children and adults—to create their own visual and emotional stories based on movement titles like “Dreaming” and “Of Distant Lands.” Admission is FREE for all students 18 and under ($10 for General Admission). For

    Free – $10

  • West Acton Village Holiday Stroll

    West Acton Village 588 Mass Ave, Acton, MA

    Highlights of Village Stroll Activities! Please explore the Village and have a great time supporting local! Pick up a Village Hunt game board at participating businesses. VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE WREATH Find wreaths at participating businesses throughout the Village. ABRHS MADRIGAL SINGERS 1:00 (starting at Silver Unicorn)  - 3:00. Caroling throughout the Village. SCAVENGER HUNT 12:30 pm - 4 pm Visit participating businesses.  Winners will be drawn at 4 pm. RAFFLE BASKETS AT WEST ACTON BAPTIST CHURCH 12:30 pm - 4 pm raffle baskets. Raffle baskets & Village Hunt winners drawn at 4 pm (592 Mass Ave). HAYRIDES 1 pm

    Free

  • 5th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting at Acton Congregational Church

    Acton Congregational Church 12 Concord Road, Acton, MA, United States

    Step back into an old-fashioned Christmas as we gather for a warm and welcoming tree lighting on the church lawn. Join us on Saturday, December 6th, at 4:00 pm as we bring some light to the holiday season. Enjoy cookies, cocoa, and the glow of candlelight as we sing beloved carols together. A cozy family-friendly evening to lift your spirits and warm your heart—join us as we usher in the season with light, music, and community. Bring friends and family! Everyone is welcome!

    Free