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  • Boston International Asian Music Festival

    NARA Park Amphitheater 71 Quarry Road, Acton, MA, United States

    The New Moon International and the Acton Chinese American Civic Society invite you to the Boston International Asian Music Festival! Join us for an evening of culture, music, and fun for free! Don’t miss out! Attendees will be welcomed with outstanding folkloric performances by various performers, including the Boston Mongolian Artsong Ensemble. Guests may also participate in activities such as tasting traditional Asian dishes and snacks. All are welcome! We hope to see you there!

    Free

  • AB Farmer’s Market

    AB Farmer’s Market
    Elm Street Playground Elm Street, Acton, MA, United States

    Come visit the Farmer's Market for fresh food, art, music, and community tables! The 2026 season runs from Sunday June 14 to Sunday October 11.  There's always something fun at the Farmer's Market!  

  • Child’s Play at Theatre III: The Great Race: The Story of the Chinese Zodiac

    Child’s Play at Theatre III: The Great Race: The Story of the Chinese Zodiac
    Theatre III 250 Central St., Acton

     Join our characters, Po Po and Kung Kung, as they celebrate Chinese New Year by making dumplings and sharing the story of The Great Race with their grandkids, Freddie and Ivy. The show weaves a family celebration with a re-telling of one of the most beloved tales in Chinese folklore—the origin story of the Chinese Zodiac.   This program is funded in part by grants from the Acton-Boxborough, Concord, Harvard, Littleton, and Westford local cultural councils, local agencies which are supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

    $5 – $12

  • Boxborough Museum open house

    Boxborough Museum open house
    Boxborough Museum 575 Middle Road, Boxborough, MA

    The Boxborough Museum at 575 Middle Road is open on second Sundays from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.  Come see Boxborough’s historic treasures including the 1850’s scale which is sensitive enough to weigh a penny and strong enough to calibrate a 50 pound weight, the “new” hearse built in 1881, and the “old” hearse (come and see how old is old).  Admission is free and all are welcome. For more information or to arrange a private tour for a small group, please contact John Fallon through the Boxborough Historical Society.

    Free

  • Acton 250: Declaring Independence Then & Now

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

    Join the Acton 250 Committee and Freedom's Way National Heritage Area for a play recounting when the Acton Town Meeting put its support behind the proposed Declaration of Independence that took place on June 14th, 1776. Based on historical research, Acton, along with several communities, will take part in this series commemorating the momentum behind the Declaration of Independence. Visit Acton-MA.gov/250 and https://freedomsway.org/ for more information. Light Refreshments Will Be Served. Parking can be found at the Church, behind the Fire Station, and behind Town Hall.

    Free

  • Acton COA presents: Shredding Event

    Acton Senior Center 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton, MA

    A1 shredding company will be on site at 30 Sudbury Rd. to destroy personal documents. Limit of 6 grocery-sized bags per person. Any questions please contact us at 978-929-6652. Sponsored by the Friends of the Acton Council on Aging. A $1 donation per bag is requested. Please do not arrive early. Acton seniors only

  • Library: Gentle Yoga with Revolution Yoga

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

    This class is all levels and beginner friendly. Bring your own yoga mat! Sign up here!

  • Time Travel Theatrical: My Dearest Friend

    Time Travel Theatrical: My Dearest Friend
    Great Road Church 257 Great Road, Acton, MA

    My Dearest Friend, both a civics lesson and love story, is about the American Revolution and the founding of the United States revealed through the rich, witty and passionate correspondence between Abigail and John Adams. They spent years apart, sometimes on separate continents, but stayed intensely in love for more than half a century. The Adams’ are remembered today as two key architects of America’s enduring legacy: democracy, freedom, the rule of law and government by the people, responsible to the needs of the people. Their love story changed the world. 

    Free

  • Library: Virtual – Big Asian Energy with Author John Wang

    Zoom

    In his groundbreaking leadership book, John Wang, author of Big Asian Energy, offers research-backed guidance for Asian Americans to embody their most confident selves in business, relationships, and their everyday lives. It's time to embrace your inner brilliance, and let it be recognized. Join John for a talk about his book. A Q&A will follow. Sign up for the Zoom link here!

    Free

  • Acton COA presents: Investing 101 Seminar with Ron Grasso

    Acton Senior Center 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton, MA

    Join this user-friendly workshop designed to help retirees better understand the basics of investing. Certified Financial Planner Ron Grasso will cover how investments work, how to generate income in retirement and how to think about risk in a changing market – all explained in a simple, easy–to–follow way. No prior financial experience or knowledge needed to attend! After 26 years at Morgan Stanley, Certified Financial Planner Ron Grasso now heads The Grasso Wealth Management Group at USB Financial where the team specializes in helping retirees make informed, confident decisions about their finances. Open to all age 60+/free

    Free