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Acton-Boxborough Farmers Market

Acton-Boxborough Farmers Market

Elm Street Playground Elm Street, Acton, MA, United States

Stock up on local produce and artisanal goods while you enjoy music, artisan offerings, our community table . . . and friends and neighbors. Every Sunday, 10AM - 1PM, June 15  - October 12.

AB STEAM: Ice cream fundraiser

West Side Creamery 537 Mass Ave., Acton, MA, United States

Support with a Scoop! Come grab an ice cream treat at West Side Creamery and mention AB STEAM. They will donate 20% of their proceeds to support AB STEAM outdoor activities! AB STEAM sponsors free science, technology, engineering art and math (STEAM) events for students (K - 12) and their adults in the Acton Boxborough community. For more information, see https://www.absteam.org/. If you're joining the hackathon for flooding solutions (https://www.actonexchange.org/event/ab-steam-student-hackathon-flood-solutions/), come to West Side Creamery before or after the walk to help support this and other AB STEAM events.

Acton COA Presents Tech Assistance with Matt

Acton Senior Center 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton, MA

AB student Matt will be here to assist you with any of your tech needs or questions. No appointment necessary just stop by and see him in the lounge. For all ages 60+

AB STEAM Student Hackathon: Flood solutions

Provided after registration

Calling all students (grades 7 - 12) and residents interested in acting locally to help reduce the local impacts of flooding. The issue: How can we reduce flooding and the impacts of flooding in Acton in a way that is economical, sustainable, and socially and environmentally friendly? Are you a problem solver? Interested in environmental science and sustainability? Join a team or create your own team to develop strategies to reduce flooding and earn community service hours in the process. The first step for this event is a tour of Acton's flood prone areas (exact location provided after you register).

Free
Acton Community Supper: August

Acton Community Supper: August

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

Join us at Community Supper! We welcome all our guests inside to join neighbors and friends at the tables in our air-conditioned Fellowship Hall. Welcome Summer! We look forward to sharing a meal and friendship with you.  August 6 -- Prince Spaghetti Night Sponsored by Friends of Mike Tobia August 13 -- Southern BBQ: Pulled Pork Sandwiches Sponsored by friends of Mt Calvary Lutheran Church of Acton August 20 -- Mexican Night: Chicken Fajita Subs Sponsored by Boston Metro West Bible Church of Littleton August 27 -- Mexican Night: Chicken Chili and Quesadillas Sponsored by The Acton Boxborough Islamic Cultural Center

Free

Library: Line Dancing!

Acton Memorial Library Back Lawn 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, United States

Grab your boots and get ready to kick up your heels at Line Dancing! Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just starting out, this fun and energetic program is perfect for all experience levels. A local instructor will guide participants through classic and modern line dances, step-by-step. No partner or experience needed—just come ready to move, laugh, and enjoy a great time with your community! In case of rain or a heatwave the class will be moved inside.  Comfortable shoes (or cowhand boots) recommended. Register on the program page on our website: https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/line-dancing-hold-2/ Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are

Library: Basics of Budgeting with CFA Society Boston

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

Learn how to take control of your finances with this beginner-friendly budgeting workshop run by members of the CFA Society Boston. We’ll cover how to read your paycheck, track expenses, set up a simple budget, and understand the benefits of financial planning. Walk away with the tools to start your own budget and make a plan that works for you—no experience needed! Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by emailing library@actonma.gov. Register on the program page on our website: https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/financial-lit-hold-3/  

Free
Discovery Museum Free Friday Nights

Discovery Museum Free Friday Nights

Discovery Museum 177 Main St., Acton, MA, United States

Visitors can enjoy the Museum and the Discovery Woods outdoor nature playscape and Treehouse with free admission from 4:30pm to 8:00pm every Friday night from June 20 until Labor Day. Reservations are no longer required nor accepted. The Museum will gratefully accept non-perishable food items for Open Table and Acton Food Pantry in lieu of admission, though a food donation is not required for admission. Thank you to the following local businesses that made this summer’s free admission Friday nights possible: June 20 - Dube Construction Management June 27 - Enterprise Bank July 4    ** Closed for Independence Day **

Free
Acton-Boxborough Farmers Market

Acton-Boxborough Farmers Market

Elm Street Playground Elm Street, Acton, MA, United States

Stock up on local produce and artisanal goods while you enjoy music, artisan offerings, our community table . . . and friends and neighbors. Every Sunday, 10AM - 1PM, June 15  - October 12.