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SUMMARY:I Hiked Acton’s Trails!
DESCRIPTION:Walk the trails in Acton’s conservation areas with the goal of earning a sticker and a sew-on patch! These weekly walks are a joint effort between Acton Conservation Trust and Acton Conservation Division. We’ll walk a different conservation area weekly\, on Wednesdays from April 9 to June 11. The location of each hike will be sent out each Sunday before the walk. Once registered\, you can join us whenever it suits you.\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/i-hiked-actons-trails/2025-04-09/
LOCATION:MA
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Conservation Trust":MAILTO:jharris.actonconservationtrust@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T133000
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SUMMARY:Library: Tech Help at West Acton Citizens’ Library
DESCRIPTION:West Acton Citizens’ Library\, 21 Windsor Avenue\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\n\nSign up for a 15-minute 1:1 tech help session. \nPlease bring your device and any questions you might have! \nRegistration is required! \n\n1:30 slot: https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/tech-help-at-west-acton-citizens-library-1-30pm-slot-35/ \n1:45 slot: https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/tech-help-at-west-acton-citizens-library-1-45pm-slot-47/ \n2:00 slot: https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/tech-help-at-west-acton-citizens-library-2-00pm-slot-11/ \n2:15 slot: https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/tech-help-at-west-acton-citizens-library-2-15pm-slot-47/
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-tech-help-at-west-acton-citizens-library/
LOCATION:West Acton Citizens’ Library\, 21 Windsor Avenue\, Acton\, 01720
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132914
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SUMMARY:Acton Woman's Club: Between Us Sisters
DESCRIPTION:Join the Acton Woman’s Club on April 9 for a light lunch and original living history piece presented by Amy Cole and Stefanie Cloutier of the Concord Visitors Center. The two women will present an intimate conversation between Louisa May Alcott and her youngest sister May Alcott.\n\nThis event is open to all\, but to reserve a place\, leave a voice message at 978-263-5275 or email the Acton Woman’s Club at awc01720@gmail.com. Someone will get back to you with details.\n\nThe presentation will be preceded by a short business meeting.\n\nFor more information about the Acton Woman ‘s Club\, go to https://theactonwomansclub.org/.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-womans-club-between-us-sisters/
LOCATION:Acton Woman’s Club\, 504 Main St\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Woman's Club":MAILTO:awc01720@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T132914
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T185228Z
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SUMMARY:Green Acton monthly meeting
DESCRIPTION: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/ \nTo get the agenda and zoom link for the upcoming monthly meeting\, email info@greenacton.org \nIn 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/
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/green-acton-monthly-meeting/2025-04-08/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Green Acton":MAILTO:info@greenacton.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132914
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SUMMARY:COA: The Senior Prom!
DESCRIPTION:The Council on Aging (COA) presents The Senior Prom for Acton residents ages 60 and up! \nSwing into Spring at The Senior Prom on April 8th\, 5-7:00pm at the Acton Senior Center. There will be music courtesy of the Acton Boxborough high school jazz quartet\, dancing\, and light refreshments! \nEach guest will receive a boutonniere or corsage crafted by d’Vine Floral Design. Special thanks to Danny’s Place who is providing a grant to make this event possible! We hope to see you there! Sign up is required.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/coa-the-senior-prom/
LOCATION:Acton Senior Center\, 30 Sudbury Road Rear\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Council on Aging":MAILTO:seniorcenter@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132914
CREATED:20250110T143035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T143035Z
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SUMMARY:Housing Legal Clinics
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nHousing 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. \nBefore you attend a session\, you must complete the following registration form\, which can be found here. \nThe program\, which is funded by the American Rescue Plan Act\, will run until Dec. 31\, 2026.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/housing-legal-clinics/2025-04-08/
LOCATION:Acton Community Services office\, 30 Sudbury Road Rear\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T150000
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CREATED:20250322T220927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251227T143238Z
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SUMMARY:Library: Yarn & Needle Club
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-yarn-needle-club-2/2025-04-08/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor)\, 486 Main Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T200000
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CREATED:20250326T135000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T135000Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual - Behind The Headlines - Understanding Bird Flu
DESCRIPTION:Zoom\nVirtual program\, sign up here for zoom link: https://tinyurl.com/u5pst9yu \nIn partner with the Tewksbury Public Library. \nDr. Catherine (“Katie”) Brown is the Massachusetts State Epidemiologist and Public Health Veterinarian\, and current President of the Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists. She plays a key role at the state and national level in monitoring and responding to infectious disease threats\, and has been involved with avian influenza for over 20 years. She will give a clear and authoritative overview of the nation’s current situation and the risk that avian influenza presents.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/virtual-behind-the-headlines-understanding-bird-flu/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library\, 486 Main St.\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132914
CREATED:20250401T132654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T132654Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Month: Poetry Walk at Acton Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Beginning April 7 and continuing through April 30\, come for a self-guided Poetry Walk in the Woods at Acton Arboretum’s Orchard Loop – Click Here for Map. \nThe Orchard Loop is a 0.2 mile part of the Wildflower Loop. It is handicapped-accessible and includes benches and picnic tables. \n 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/earth-month-poetry-walk-at-acton-arboretum/2025-04-07/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132914
CREATED:20250330T171333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250330T171505Z
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SUMMARY:Vision of a Graduate workshop (for community members)
DESCRIPTION:Community members and business leaders!  \nJoin us to finalize the Vision of a Graduate! What are the most important skills and experiences our students need to prepare them for success in learning and life? \nSign up  here by April 7. \nWe gathered almost 3\,000 thoughts that received over 58\,000 ratings. Now\, let’s finalize this list into our official ABRSD Vision of a Graduate. This Vision will guide student experiences and future planning and will be an anchor for our re-organization study and next strategic plan. \nWe are seeking community members and business leaders to join one of the two workshops on Tuesday\, April 15. \n\nTime Slots: 4:30-6:00 p.m. OR  6:30-8:00 p.m.\nReception: 6:00-6:30 p.m. with refreshments\n\nInterested? Complete this form by April 7.  As an incentive\, community members who participate will be entered into a drawing for $150 AB Bucks supply gift cards to be awarded to an educator of choice.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/vision-of-a-graduate-workshop-for-community-members/2025-04-07/
LOCATION:ABRSD Administration Building\, 15 Charter Road\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T193000
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CREATED:20250404T133601Z
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SUMMARY:ABUW: NOURISH panel + potluck
DESCRIPTION:Acton-Boxborough United Way’s (ABUW) Mental Wellness Team invites you to their NOURISH – Panel + Potluck. \nWhat’s better than good food and great conversation? Join the AB United Way’s Mental Wellness Team for a panel discussion over shared appetizers and desserts —because nourishment is about more than just food! \nWe’ll start with a community potluck\, sharing dishes made with love. Then\, we’ll dive into an engaging discussion on the impact of food on mind\, body\, and community. \nBring an appetizer or dessert to share! \nThis event is free and open to all! \nSee our community’s ABUW website here.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/abuw-nourish-panel-potluck/
LOCATION:Acton-Boxborough Resource Center\, 15 Charter Road\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T173000
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CREATED:20250316T213940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250316T213940Z
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SUMMARY:Acton Democratic Party Town Caucus
DESCRIPTION:Each year political parties in Massachusetts hold caucuses throughout the Commonwealth to elect delegates to their annual conventions. For Democrats in Acton\, the Caucus will be held on Sunday\, April 6th at Congregation Beth Elohim Social Hall. The doors will open at 3:30PM and the caucus will begin at 4PM. We can elect up to 15 delegates and 4 alternates to the annual Massachusetts Democratic State Convention\, which will be held this year on Saturday\, September 13th in Springfield.  The meeting is open to the public\, but only registered Democrats in Acton may vote or be delegate candidates. \nYou can learn more by checking out the method for selecting delegates.  For questions or to express an interest in becoming a delegate\, please email actonDTC@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-democratic-party-town-caucus/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Elohim\, 133 Prospect Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132914
CREATED:20250329T131440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T143606Z
UID:10002038-1743881400-1743888600@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Emma's Revolution Concert at Stow’s New Revival Coffeehouse
DESCRIPTION:The award-winning activist duo of Pat Humphries & Sandy O has a national presence among communities\, organizations and venues that share the duo’s vision of valuing people over profit\, choosing compassion over violence\, demanding accountability\, and building a more just and sustainable world. \nTickets are $20 in advance at tiny.cc/EmmasRev and $25 at the door. \nDoors open at 7pm. and the concert begins at 7:30pm. For questions\, call 978-274-2593 or email coffeehouse@fpc-stow-acton.org. The New Revival Coffeehouse is wheelchair accessible and there’s plenty of free parking.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/emmas-revolution-concert-at-stows-new-revival-coffeehouse/
LOCATION:First Parish Church of Stow and Acton\, 353 Great Road\, Stow\, MA\, 01775
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T143000
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CREATED:20250306T185334Z
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SUMMARY:Acton 250: South Acton Tour with Amy Cole
DESCRIPTION:Join tour guide Amy Cole to visit the Iron Work Farm sites and walk South Acton’s historic Mill Corner. You will learn about Acton’s earliest colonial settlement. Important Details: Registration is required. Details on parking and where to meet will be sent via email closer to the walk date. Register at tinyurl.com/Acton250-April5 \nTour leader Amy Cole is an accomplished professional tour leader. She grew up near Acton Center and knows the town well. She has a wide- ranging interest in Acton’s unique history. This tour is sponsored by the Acton 250 Committee and the Iron Work Farm.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-250-south-acton-tour-with-amy-cole/
LOCATION:Faulkner House\, 5 High Street\, Acton\, 01720
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132914
CREATED:20250322T220637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250322T220637Z
UID:10001759-1743703200-1743706800@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Library: Adult Writing Group
DESCRIPTION:Location: Meeting Room\, Acton Memorial Library | 486 Main Street\, Acton MA 01720 \n \nWriting Club is a free group for prose\, poetry and non-fiction writers to come together\, connect\, share and create in a welcoming environment. Join the conversation\, work on optional weekly prompts or use the time to work on an existing project that your passionate about. Feel free to join in person or on Zoom\, all writing levels welcome! \nOptional Prompt: Write or start a short piece based on a mystery in your life that you’ve never quite solved \nZoom Link: https://actonma.zoom.us/j/82305069042 \nZoom Meeting ID: 823 0506 9042
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-adult-writing-group-2/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library\, 486 Main St.\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T174500
DTSTAMP:20260403T132914
CREATED:20250330T161408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250330T161408Z
UID:10002046-1743611400-1743615900@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton Community Supper: April
DESCRIPTION:Welcome the warmth and beautiful colors of Spring as the flowers and buds begin to pop around us.   We look forward to sharing a meal and friendship with you every Wednesday. \nApril 2025 menu:\nApril 2 — Happy 13th Birthday to Community Supper! 🎉🎂🎉 \nUkranian Chicken \nSponsored by Chaves Heating and Air Conditioning \nApril 9 — BBQ Chicken and Baked Beans \nSponsored by Friends of Mike Tobia \nApril 16 –Fish Cakes and Mashed Potatoes \nSponsored by Boston Metro West Bible Church of Littleton \nApril 23— Spaghetti and Meatballs \nSponsored by Mt Calvary Lutheran Church \nApril 30 — Tuna and Egg Salad Finger Sandwiches \nSponsored by Congregation Beth Elohim \n** Please note that the meals we serve may contain gluten\, nuts\, seeds\, or dairy. \nDoors open at 4:15pm. Please\, do not enter prior so our volunteers can prepare your Supper.\nParking: Park your car in the back parking lot and enter from the walkway to the church door.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-community-supper-april/2025-04-02/
LOCATION:Mt Cavalry Lutheran Church\, 472 Massachusetts Ave.\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132914
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250330T164557Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Month: AB STEAM Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:The Acton-Boxborough Science Technology Engineering Art Math (AB STEAM) team invites you to celebrate spring       on Wednesday\, April 2\, 2025\, 2:30-4pm (AB elementary school half-day)  to explore local nature at the Acton Arboretum! This guided nature walk will be led by Acton’s own naturalist\, Ian Bergemann\, from the Acton Conservation Division. \nFREE Family-friendly event (Age 5+ children + adults). Join AB STEAM at the entrance to Acton Arboretum (10 Taylor Road Acton). Rain or shine. \nFor more information\, see Nature Walk — AB STEAM. \nActon Nature Guides will be available during the Acton nature walk for $10 (proceeds benefit AB STEAM non-profit activities) or from local retailers: Kitchen Outfitters\, Pedal Power Bike & Ski\, and Silver Unicorn Bookstore.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/ab-steam-nature-walk/
LOCATION:Acton Arboretum\, 2 Taylor Road\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132914
CREATED:20250330T164428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250330T164428Z
UID:10002051-1743521400-1743525000@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Earth Month: Teen Haiku Workshop
DESCRIPTION:FOR TEENS!!! \n\nNeed to earn some volunteer hours? You can do it easily by stopping by to write a haiku or two for the Acton Sustainability Office! These haikus will be printed and put up along a nature walk trail in town\, so you will have the opportunity to see your haiku out in the wild! Register now to receive volunteer hours. \nReasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request. Please reach out to library@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. \nSign up from the Acton Memorial Library calendar.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/earth-month-teen-haiku-workshop/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library\, 486 Main St.\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Conservation Commission":MAILTO:ibergemann@acton-ma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132914
CREATED:20250224T151048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T151112Z
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SUMMARY:NAMI: “College and Your Mental Health” Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Making plans for college while living with a mental health condition\nOur annual College and Your Mental Health program prepares students and parents for transition and success in a college environment for those living with a mental health condition. Our panel includes a student currently balancing college life and mental health challenges and administrators from Middlesex Community College\, UMass Lowell\, and Boston University. \nStudents\, parents/caregivers\, and high school counselors are invited to join our webinar—where your identity is private—on Monday\, March 31st\, 2025\, 7:00–8:30 pm. \nFor more information and to register: \nhttps://www.namicentralmiddlesex.org/newsletter/mar-2025/college-panel
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/nami-college-and-your-mental-health-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132914
CREATED:20250206T212323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T174414Z
UID:10001170-1743447600-1743453000@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton 250: Spies and Military Intelligence
DESCRIPTION:Noted author and historian John L. Bell will discuss the key role of military intelligence and spies before the momentous battle at Concord and how the colonials also effectively disseminated news of the outcome. Besides his writing\, John maintains boston1775.blogspot.com/ \, the Boston 1775 blog which offers daily helpings of history\, analysis\, and “unabashed gossip about Revolutionary New England”.  This talk is the 14th in the series sponsored by the Acton 250 Committee leading up to April 19\, 2025. All are welcome in Room 204 of Acton Town Hall. For recordings of prior Acton 250 lectures\, see https://www.actonma.gov/803/Acton-250th-Events.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-250-spies-and-military-intelligence/
LOCATION:Acton Town Hall\, 472 Main St\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132914
CREATED:20250322T220423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250322T220423Z
UID:10001757-1743447600-1743451200@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Library: Virtual - A History of Guinness Beer with Guinness Brewery Ambassador\, Mike Reardon
DESCRIPTION:Zoom\n\n\nThis program is virtual. To register to go: https://tinyurl.com/kdhcm5sh \nWe’re so excited to chat with Mike Reardon\, a Guinness Ambassador – a highly trained beer expert and storyteller who captivates Guinness lovers and audiences with the beer\, culinary\, and cultural history of this fantastic beer. So\, sit back\, relax\, grab a pint (if you’re over 21)\, and join us for this wonderful discussion to close out St. Paddy’s Day month!
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-virtual-a-history-of-guinness-beer-with-guinness-brewery-ambassador-mike-reardon/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library\, 486 Main St.\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250330T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250330T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132914
CREATED:20250324T234606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T234606Z
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SUMMARY:YV Art Museum Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:This celebration will feature: \n\nA solo stone sculpture exhibition by David Adilman in the Gallery.\n“Giant Baby” – a sculpture and painting by Yin Peet in the main hall.\nA plaster painting installation by Chou Yu-Chen in the newly created Art Alley\, located behind the ContainerMan Stage.\nA large projection screen in the main hall showcasing Bohan Chen’s ongoing film project—a collection of one-minute-a-day films created daily since July 2024.\n\nAdditionally\, the event will include an artists’ talk to engage you in the discussions. \nDrinks and refreshments will be served. \n\nAdmission: $15/ages 14-64\, $10/under 14 & over 65
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/yv-art-museum-opening-reception/
LOCATION:YV Art Museum\, 68 Quarry Road\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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SUMMARY:Open Door Theater is going to The Prom!
DESCRIPTION:Four eccentric Broadway stars are in desperate need of a new stage. So when they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town prom\, they know that it’s time to put a spotlight on the issue…and themselves. The town’s parents want to keep the high school dance on the straight and narrow—but when one student just wants to bring her girlfriend to prom\, the entire town has a date with destiny. On a mission to transform lives\, Broadway’s brassiest join forces with a courageous girl and the town’s citizens and the result is love that brings them all together. Winner of the Drama Desk Award for Best Musical\, The Prom: School Edition expertly captures all the humor and heart of a classic musical comedy with a message that resonates with audiences now more than ever. Presented by arrangement with Theatrical Rights Worldwide. \nAll performances are ASL\, open-captioned\, and sensory-friendly.\nPerformances on Friday Mar 28 through Sun Mar 30 are also audio described. \nTickets are $20 for adults and $15 for children 0-12 and seniors. Discounted tickets for EBT\, WIC and ConnectorCare Cardholders. \nOver its 45-year history\, Open Door has provided accessible opportunities for all including underserved audiences and participants to enjoy live theater. \nTickets and information at www.OpenDoorTheater.org.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/open-door-theater-is-going-to-the-prom/2025-03-30/
LOCATION:Dragonfly Theater (RJ Grey Jr HS)\, 16 Charter Road\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Open Door Theater":MAILTO:info@opendoortheater.org
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SUMMARY:Open Door Theater is going to The Prom!
DESCRIPTION:Four eccentric Broadway stars are in desperate need of a new stage. So when they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town prom\, they know that it’s time to put a spotlight on the issue…and themselves. The town’s parents want to keep the high school dance on the straight and narrow—but when one student just wants to bring her girlfriend to prom\, the entire town has a date with destiny. On a mission to transform lives\, Broadway’s brassiest join forces with a courageous girl and the town’s citizens and the result is love that brings them all together. Winner of the Drama Desk Award for Best Musical\, The Prom: School Edition expertly captures all the humor and heart of a classic musical comedy with a message that resonates with audiences now more than ever. Presented by arrangement with Theatrical Rights Worldwide. \nAll performances are ASL\, open-captioned\, and sensory-friendly.\nPerformances on Friday Mar 28 through Sun Mar 30 are also audio described. \nTickets are $20 for adults and $15 for children 0-12 and seniors. Discounted tickets for EBT\, WIC and ConnectorCare Cardholders. \nOver its 45-year history\, Open Door has provided accessible opportunities for all including underserved audiences and participants to enjoy live theater. \nTickets and information at www.OpenDoorTheater.org.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/open-door-theater-is-going-to-the-prom/2025-03-29/
LOCATION:Dragonfly Theater (RJ Grey Jr HS)\, 16 Charter Road\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Open Door Theater":MAILTO:info@opendoortheater.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132914
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SUMMARY:Open Door Theater is going to The Prom!
DESCRIPTION:Four eccentric Broadway stars are in desperate need of a new stage. So when they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town prom\, they know that it’s time to put a spotlight on the issue…and themselves. The town’s parents want to keep the high school dance on the straight and narrow—but when one student just wants to bring her girlfriend to prom\, the entire town has a date with destiny. On a mission to transform lives\, Broadway’s brassiest join forces with a courageous girl and the town’s citizens and the result is love that brings them all together. Winner of the Drama Desk Award for Best Musical\, The Prom: School Edition expertly captures all the humor and heart of a classic musical comedy with a message that resonates with audiences now more than ever. Presented by arrangement with Theatrical Rights Worldwide. \nAll performances are ASL\, open-captioned\, and sensory-friendly.\nPerformances on Friday Mar 28 through Sun Mar 30 are also audio described. \nTickets are $20 for adults and $15 for children 0-12 and seniors. Discounted tickets for EBT\, WIC and ConnectorCare Cardholders. \nOver its 45-year history\, Open Door has provided accessible opportunities for all including underserved audiences and participants to enjoy live theater. \nTickets and information at www.OpenDoorTheater.org.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/open-door-theater-is-going-to-the-prom/2025-03-28/
LOCATION:Dragonfly Theater (RJ Grey Jr HS)\, 16 Charter Road\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Open Door Theater":MAILTO:info@opendoortheater.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132914
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SUMMARY:Library: Basics of Creating a Family Archive
DESCRIPTION:Location: Meeting Room\, Acton Memorial Library | 486 Main Street\, Acton MA 01720 \nLearn how to create your own family archive and the basics of how to leave a digital legacy for future generations. Topics covered include the basics of archival storage\, digital preservation\, organizing your materials\, and storytelling. \nAbout the presenter: Rhonda Chadwick is the author of the book Secrets from the Stacks\, which reveals how to store\, digitize and preserve documents to create a family archive and leave a personal legacy.  As a trained archivist\, she has worked at numerous libraries\, archives\, and museums throughout southern New England\, including the Rhode Island Historical Society\, the John Hay Library at Brown University\, the Sophia Smith Collection at Smith College\, the Rhode Island School of Design\, and the American Textile History Museum in Lowell.  She has a dual MLIS/Archives Management and MA History degree. She is the owner of a personal history business named after her grandmother and great-grandmother called LenaSalina Legacy Preservation.  The mission of LenaSalina is to teach people about long-term preservation and archival storage.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-basics-of-creating-a-family-archive/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library\, 486 Main St.\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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