The Acton Exchange

Acton Community Chorus: “Movie Night” Concert
2026-06-12 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Dragonfly Theater (RJ Grey Jr HS), 16 Charter Road, Acton, MA, 01720
The Acton Community Chorus presents its Spring 2026 Concert “Movie Night” on June 12 at 7:00 p.m. and June 13 at 4:00 p.m. at the Dragonfly Theater of RJ Grey Junior High (16 Charter Road, Acton). The concert features iconic songs of iconic movies – from “Casa Blanca” to “Titanic” to “Barbie” and many familiar films in between. Tickets are available at $25 for adults and free for students up to 12th grade. They may be purchased at https://www.actoncommunitychorus.org/events.html.
The Acton Community Chorus is a nonprofit organization funded in part by grants from the Acton Boxborough, Concord, Littleton and Stow cultural councils which are supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.

Carlisle Potluck and Contradance
2026-06-12 18:30 - 22:00 | First Religious Society of Carlisle, 27 School Street, Carlisle, 10741
The Carlisle Dance, with its accompanying potluck dinner, is known as the most sociable dance in the area. Arrive at 6:30 for dinner and conversation, and then dance from 8 until 10. Live music by the Carlisle Band, who bring an eclectic collection of instruments. Outstanding local callers call mostly contradances, plus occasional square and circle dances.
Admission is just $6-10 (self-determined sliding scale) for all ages, along with your tasty and creative contribution for the meal.
You’ll find us at the lovely Unitarian Church in Carlisle Center on the Common. Navigate to 27 School St, Carlisle MA and look for a classic New England church with the town clock in the steeple.

Acton Garden Club: Flower Show, Theme: Arts & Crafts
2026-06-12 09:30 - 14:00, 2026-06-11 15:00 - 20:00 | Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor), 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Acton Garden Club presents an NGC standard flower show at the Acton Memorial Library.
See what your local garden club is doing!

Library: Virtual - Author Panel: A Journey of Discovery
2026-06-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
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For *Ages 12+. Author panel of three YA authors who will share their personal journey of discovery of identity and growing up LGBTQIA+! We welcome authors Matteo L. Cerilli (he/him), Josh Galarza, and Lin / L.T. Thompson (they/them) to our virtual stage.

Acton COA Presents: Famous US Landmarks II
2026-06-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Acton Senior Center, 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton, MA, 01720
Come join the Dawn Gomez and the Council on Aging as we take the next leg of our exploration of famous US landmarks! Each of these iconic places help shape our national identity. Be it the natural beauty of Carlsbad Caverns, the historical significance of Ford’s Theater or the reach for the unknown from Cape Canaveral, we will weave together how the geography, architecture and human stories of each have contributed to making it a popular tourist destination. As before, we’ll start with some clues to guess our destination and encourage participants to share their memories as well. Dawn Gomez, Reminiscing Round Table founder, provides topic-based programs for seniors at assisted living and senior center communities.
Open to all age 60+/free

Acton Exchange All-Hands Meeting
2026-06-10 19:00 - 20:30 | ActonTV offices, 16a Craig Road, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
The Acton Exchange team holds monthly meetings that are open to our active volunteers and anyone who might want to become a volunteer. If you have an Acton connection and want to contribute to independent community journalism in our town, it is likely that the AE has a role for you, whatever your skill sets and interests might be. Each meeting begins with an opportunity to learn what has been going on at the Acton Exchange, followed by an opportunity to improve our journalism skills. Meetings are either hybrid (in-person or zoom) or zoom-only. For this month’s venue and topic, email info@actonexchange.org.
Use this link to join by Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86431644688?pwd=[REDACTED]
The password, if needed, is newspaper.

Heat Pump Pizza Party
2026-06-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Acton Town Hall, 472 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Join us for a talk with heat pump specialists and Mass Save experts to learn about the latest heat pump incentives, pricing, and installation tips. Pizza will be provided! Bring your bills for an optional energy bill check-up with the Sustainability Office!

Acton Community Supper - June
2026-06-10 16:15 - 17:30 | Mt Cavalry Lutheran Church, 472 Massachusetts Ave., Acton, MA, 01720
Join us at our All Sit Down Supper! We welcome all our guests inside to join neighbors and friends at the tables in Fellowship Hall. Welcome Summer! We look forward to sharing a meal and friendship with you.
June 2026 Menu
June 3 Creamy Tuscan Chicken
Sponsored by Boston Metro West Bible Church of Littleton
June 10 Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes
Sponsored by Mt Calvary Luthern Church
June 17 Chicken Noodle Casserole
Sponsored by Friends of Mt Calvary Community Supper
June 24 Baked Pork Chops
Sponsored by The Densen Family – In Memory of Lynne’s Mother: Patricia Nicolaysen

** Please note that the meals we serve may contain gluten, nuts, seeds, or dairy **
Dinner is served 4:30pm – 5:30pm. Doors open at 4:15pm. Please, do not enter prior so our volunteers can prepare your Supper.
Parking: Park your car in the back parking lot and enter from the walkway to the church door.
http://www.mtcalvaryacton.org/Community-Supper
http://www.facebook.com/CommunitySupperofActonMA

Library: West Acton Citizens' Library Book Discussion Group
2026-06-10 15:30 - 16:30 | West Acton Citizens’ Library, 21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, 01720
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This month’s book is: Wild Thing: A Life of Paul Gauguin by Sue Prideaux

Acton COA Presents: The Times that Try Men’s Souls: The Road to Revolution 1763-1776
2026-06-10 14:00 - 15:00 | Acton Senior Center, 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton, MA, 01720
At the end of the French and Indian War, Britain and its colonies dominated Eastern North America. Yet within months of the end of the war, there began a growing rift between colonies and Mother Country. By the mid-1770s, the colonies were in open rebellion. This lecture with historian Paolo Di Gregorio will explore the chain of events that created the American Revolution. Paolo Di Gregorio is a historian, archaeologist, and educator. He is a Visiting Lecturer in the History Department at Bridgewater State University, and his passion for telling stories of our past is enthusiastically received by Acton’s older adults!
Open to out-of-towners 60+ for $5

Acton COA Invites You To: Pride Month! Golden Rainbow & Friends Social Hour
2026-06-10 14:00 - 15:00 | Acton Senior Center, 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton, MA, 01720
People in the LGBTQ+ community and friends/allies are warmly welcome to this social hour facilitated by Rainbow Coordinator Rosie Latto. This month’s discussion topic is understanding gender identity. Refreshments will be served. Please reach out to Chris Chirokas at the COA with any questions: cchirokas@actonma.gov or 978-929-6652.

Library: Tech Help at West Acton Citizens' Library
2026-06-10 13:30 - 14:30 | West Acton Citizens’ Library, 21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, 01720
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Sign up for a 15-minute 1:1 tech help session. Please bring your device and any questions you might have. Registration is required.

Acton COA Presents: Living Well, Staying Connected Series
2026-06-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Acton Senior Center, 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton, MA, 01720
Beginning on May 27: Join us for a five-week group designed to help you build practical tools for wellbeing while connecting with others. Each week, you’ll learn science-backed mental health skills in a supportive setting, including mindful awareness, stress management, and ideas for finding meaning and fulfillment in everyday life. The series is led by Jenn Staples, PhD, Clinical Psychologist and Founder of guts, a nonprofit dedicated to making evidence-based mental health tools accessible to the community. Participants will be asked to complete brief surveys during the series to help us understand what is most helpful and how we can continue improving the program. As a thank you, you will receive a $20 grocery gift card after completing the final survey. Please only sign up if you plan to attend all five sessions. This program is funded through Emerson Health’s Christine Gallery Community Benefit Grant Program.
Program begins on May 27 and continues for 5 weeks. Allow an extra 30 minutes for first meeting.
Open to out-of-towners age 60+/free

Green Acton monthly meeting
2026-06-09 19:00 - 20:45 | Zoom
Green Acton works to protect and enhance Acton’s natural environment and resources for present and future generations, and to help resolve the urgent environmental issues that transcend Acton’s boundaries. The group meets monthly (except for August) on the second Tuesday of the month, usually by zoom but occasionally in person. To learn more about Green Acton’s mission, accomplishments, and ongoing work, visit https://greenacton.org/
To get the agenda and zoom link for the upcoming monthly meeting, email info@greenacton.org
In addition to the all-topics monthly meeting, the individual committees hold more specialized meetings; topical committees are Biodiversity, Energy, Materials (e.g plastics, toxics, recycling), Land Use (e.g. zoning), and Water. To find the dates for committee meetings visit the Green Acton Upcoming Events page at: https://greenacton.org/calendar/

Library: Gemstone Beaded Flip Flops @ AML
2026-06-09 17:30 - 18:30 | Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor), 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
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Choose your gemstone beads to channel the energy, mood, and vibes you want to carry with you all summer long. Bring a pair of last years flip flops to upcycle! If you don’t have a pair then answer the questions and we can provide one for you. We can’t guarantee to get your exact size if you sign up within a week of the program.

Housing Legal Clinics
2026-06-09 16:00 - 18:00 | Acton Community Services office, 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton, MA, 01720
The Acton Community Services Office within the Department of Health and Human Services, in partnership with MetroWest Legal Services, will host a monthly housing legal clinic beginning in January.
Housing Legal Clinic appointments will begin on Jan. 14 and will be held on the second Tuesday of each month from 4-6 p.m. at the Human Service and Senior Center, 30 Sudbury Road Rear.
Before you attend a session, you must complete the following registration form, which can be found here.
The program, which is funded by the American Rescue Plan Act, will run until Dec. 31, 2026.

Acton COA Presents: Pride Month! Film: Will & Harper
2026-06-09 15:00 - 16:55 | Acton Senior Center, 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton, MA, 01720
Film about the friendship of actor/comedian Will Ferrell and his friend comedy writer Harper Steele, who go on a cross-country road trip to rediscover their relationship following Harper’s coming out as a trans woman. Rated R for language and mature themes.
Open to all/free

Library: Yarn & Needle Club
2026-06-09 15:00 - 16:00 | Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor), 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Knitters, crocheters, embroiderers, and sewers, join the library to work on your project and socialize! We meet every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month.

Acton COA Presents: Your Next Chapter: Buying & Selling After 55
2026-06-09 13:00 - 14:00 | Acton Senior Center, 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton, MA, 01720
Marie Cumming, Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES®), will host an educational seminar designed to help homeowners age 55+ navigate their next housing chapter with confidence. She will be joined by Matt Lazowski, Senior Mortgage Specialist, and Rafael Svelti, Certified Financial Planner™, who will share their expertise. Attendees will learn about downsizing and rightsizing options, current market conditions, mortgage solutions for seniors, and how financial planning will play a critical role in long-term financial security. The session will emphasize education, thoughtful planning, and the importance of assembling the right professional team. The goal of the seminar will be to empower seniors with clarity and practical guidance so they can move forward confidently—whether staying put, downsizing, or beginning an entirely new chapter.
Open to all/free

Library: Gemstone Beaded Flip Flops @ West
2026-06-09 11:00 - 12:00 | West Acton Citizens’ Library, 21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, 01720
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Choose your gemstone beads to channel the energy, mood, and vibes you want to carry with you all summer long. Bring a pair of last years flip flops! If you don’t have a pair then answer the questions and we can provide one for you. We can’t guarantee to get your exact size if you sign up within a week of the program.

CLOSED: Acton Human Services and Senior Center Building
2026-06-09 08:00 - 18:00 | Acton Senior Center, 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton, MA, 01720
Due to essential work being carried out by the Acton Water District which involves turning off our water supply, all meals, programs and classes are cancelled on June 9.

Library: Great Decisions Group Discussion
2026-06-08 18:30 - 19:45 | Acton Memorial Library Conference Room (2nd floor), 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
To see this month’s topic and more check out the program page on our website!

Library: Line Dancing Social Hour
2026-06-08 18:30 - 19:30 | Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor), 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
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This is not a structured lesson, just an opportunity to dance socially with others.

Acton COA Presents The Poetry & Stories of Langston Hughes Seminar with Stephen Collins
2026-06-08 11:30 - 12:30 | Acton Senior Center, 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton, MA, 01720
Open to out-of-towners age 60+ starting April 6th for $20/series
Langston Hughes (1901-1967) was a Harlem poet, playwright, novelist and short story writer. He was a leading member of The Harlem Renaissance and was greatly influenced by the poetry of Walt Whitman. His poems continually ask the question: What does it mean to be an American? We will study many of his iconic poems and read three of his short stories. Students should purchase Vintage Hughes, published by Vintage Books in paperback that retails for $14.
Preregistration is required. Please call 978-929-6652 to register.

Library: Summer Concert Series - Women in World Jazz
2026-06-07 14:00 - 15:00 | Acton Memorial Library, 486 Main St., Acton, MA, 01720, United States
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All ages, free concert on the library lawn!

Iron Work Farm: Colonial Whiskey Tasting
2026-06-06 16:30 - 19:30 | Jones Tavern, 128 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
The Iron Work Farm opens the old tavern taproom for a celebratory history lesson in Whiskey Production in Colonial Times.
Guests will sample authentic tavern drinks that were somewhat different from what’s available today and learn about early tavern culture before and after the Revolution.
GATHER YE at THE JONES TAVERN in ACTON, MA.
PARTAKE in a tasting of FINE WHISKEYS & SPIRITS.
Featuring a flight of traditional and regional drams.
Hors d’oeuvres of the period will be served.
PERIOD ATTIRE is ENCOURAGED.
Space is limited and registration is required.
Tickets $50 | RSVP https://ironworkfarm.org/

Household Goods Volunteer Drop In Day
2026-06-06 12:45 - 16:00 | Household Goods, 530 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Looking for a meaningful way to spend your Saturday afternoon? We are hosting a special drop-in volunteer event, and we would love to see you there.
Whether you are one of our active volunteers, someone who has helped us out in the past, or are completely new to Household Goods, this is an open opportunity to make a direct impact. For those thinking about getting involved for the first time, it is a perfect, low-pressure option to see what volunteering with us is all about.
What we will be doing: We need hands to help sort, organize, and process donated furniture and household items so they can go to individuals and families in need.
Important Details

Open to anyone ages 14 and up.
Closed-toe shoes required for safety.
The ability to lift furniture is always welcome but not required

Let us know if you can help us out by signing up on our website.

West Acton Baptist Church: Ring the Historic Bell
2026-06-06 12:00 - 15:00 | West Acton Baptist Church, 592 Mass Ave, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
The West Acton Baptist Church is offering another chance to Ring their Historic Bell! On Saturday, June 6th 12-3pm the doors will be open for a $5/Bag Pop-Up Thrift & Bell Ringing as a fundraiser for the Historic Steeple Project set to begin this month.
This 1854 Bronze Bell was cast by Henry Hooper in a forge once owned by Paul Revere. For a $20 donation one or two people may ring this extraordinary bell; for $30 up to 4 children or adults in a family may ring the bell. Donors will be given a sticker that proclaims, “I Rang the Bell” to create a buzz, as well as a card with photograph of our famous bell, and a record of their donation.

Bruce Freeman Adaptive Rail Trail ride, Sudbury
2026-06-06 11:00 - 15:00 | Broadacre Farm, 82 Morse Road, Sudbury, MA, 01776
The Sudbury Commission on Disability invites residents of Acton and surrounding communities to experience the joy of cycling along the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail at a free adaptive cycling event.
Hosted in partnership with the Sudbury Rail Trails Advisory Committee and All Out Adventures, one-hour riding sessions will be offered between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. at Broadacres Farm in Sudbury.
Participants of all ages and abilities can choose from a variety of adaptive cycles, including recumbent trikes, handcycles, and tandem bikes, with trained staff on-site to provide support in a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment. Helmets are provided.
Advance registration is required. To register, visit:All Out Adventures June 6 Adaptive Trail Ride.
For questions or phone registration, call 413-584-2052.
