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Library: Tech Help at West Acton Citizens’ Library

West Acton Citizens' Library 21 Windsor Avenue, Acton

Sign up for a 15-minute 1:1 tech help session. Please bring your device and any questions you might have! Registration is required! Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request. Please reach out to WACL@actonma.gov and include a description of the accommodation you will need, including as much detail as you can and include a way we can contact you if we need more information 1:30 slot - https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/tech-help-at-west-acton-citizens-library-1-30pm-slot-39/ 1:45 slot - https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/tech-help-at-west-acton-citizens-library-1-45pm-slot-51/ 2:00 slot - https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/tech-help-at-west-acton-citizens-library-2-00pm-slot-15/ 2:15 slot - https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/tech-help-at-west-acton-citizens-library-2-15pm-slot-51/

West Acton Citizens’ Library Book Discussion Group

West Acton Citizens' Library 21 Windsor Avenue, Acton

Join your fellow community members at the West Acton Citizens' Library for a lively book discussion led by our Librarians. Limited copies of the book in multiple formats will be available at the West Acton branch. First come, first serve. All are welcome! This months book is: The Whistling Season by Ivan Doig Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by emailing WACL@actonma.gov. Please note that the West Acton Citizens’ Library has limited accessibility. More accessible programs are offered at the Acton Memorial Library.

Acton Community Supper: August

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

Join us at our sit-down supper in the air-conditioned Parish Hall! We welcome all our guests inside to join neighbors and friends at the tables in Fellowship Hall. We look forward to sharing a meal and friendship with you.  August 6 -- Prince Spaghetti Night: Spaghetti & Meatballs Sponsored by Friends of Mike Tobia August 13 -- Southern BBQ Night: Pulled Pork Sandwiches Sponsored by friends of Mt Calvary Lutheran Church of Acton August 20 -- Southwestern Night: Chicken Fajita Subs Sponsored by Boston Metro West Bible Church of Littleton August 27 -- Homestyle Sandwich Night: Sloppy Joe Sandwiches Sponsored

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

Energy Eco-Night with Acton Sustainability

NARA Park 25 Ledge Rock Way, Acton, MA, United States

Energy Eco-Night is a celebration of Acton’s efforts to make energy efficiency accessible to all residents— regardless of renter status, income, or housing type. Our goal is to share local and regional energy-efficiency and cost-saving resources with the public, while also giving residents the opportunity to ask questions and connect directly with representatives from the Sustainability Office, Mass Save, Energize Acton, and more! There will be free pizza, raffle prizes, speakers, and a free wildlife presentation for kids and families from 5-7PM. Please RSVP here so we can make sure there's enough pizza!  

Free

NARA: Into the Floyd – The International Pink Floyd Tribute with Laser Light Show

NARA Park 25 Ledge Rock Way, Acton, MA, United States

Tribute to 50th Anniversary of Wish You Were Here album! "Into The Floyd electrifies audiences by bringing the iconic music of Pink Floyd to life! With an authentic and diverse repertoire, this talented ensemble takes you on a captivating journey through the band's remarkable evolution, showcasing everything from their groundbreaking 1960s hits to their final masterpieces. Get ready to experience the magic of Pink Floyd like never before!"    

$20 – $25
FreeBee Market: Boxborough

FreeBee Market: Boxborough

Boxborough FreeBee Network 30 Middle Road, Boxborough, MA, United States

The FreeBee Network and Market was formed in the wake of the pandemic, and a large local apartment fire. These experiences emphasized the importance of a central, volunteer-driven team to connect neighbors to share access to food, resources, and services.  For more information, see Boxborough FreeBee Network and Market.

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.

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.