The Town of Acton is studying Parker Street (between High Street and the MBTA Tracks) to better understand safety concerns and opportunities to improve conditions for people who drive, walk, and bike. We’re hosting an open house where community members can: Review existing conditions on Parker Street Share concerns about speeding and safety Talk about walking and biking needs Explore potential improvement ideas Ask questions and provide feedback How can the town improve the area around Parker Street? Take the survey!

The world is fascinated by the recent jewel robbery at the Louvre, and so are the Curators of Crime, mystery authors Connie Berry, Lane Stone, Nina Wachsman, and M. A. Monnin. In this presentation, the Curators of Crime will examine the public’s fascination with the recent burglary of Napoleonic jewels at the Louvre and discuss how as authors they have used the same elements in their books. Register for the Zoom link here.

What if disagreement didn’t have to feel so hard? Join us on February 25th at 7:00pm for Skills for Disagreeing Better, a Braver Angels presentation with practical tools for listening, speaking up, and finding common ground. Come build better conversation skills with us!

Join John Clark to reminisce to the sound of these beloved romantic songs, from lighthearted twenties tunes like Side by Side and I Can’t Give You Anything but Love to more serious standards like All of Me and (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman. Hey, I’ll bet you a plug nickel that you remember slow dancing to these 1950s favorites: the doo-wop classic I Only Have Eyes for You and a familiar hit song Play Misty for Me. Or how about Rosemary Clooney’s sweet and lovely Tenderly that became a jazz standard and Old Black Magic that got

Whether you're a seasoned stitcher or a complete beginner, come learn new techniques, share ideas, and enjoy crafting in community. This month's craft will be: Felt Toy Horse Sign up here

In early 1776, the young Continental Army colonel Henry Knox moved dozens of heavy cannons and mortars from Lake Champlain to the siege lines around Boston; one of the most famous stories from the Revolutionary War. And like many famous stories, it embodies a fair amount of legend and lore. This talk sorts out what we know, what we only think we know, and what we should know about how Knox brought this “noble train of artillery” that helped to make all of Massachusetts independent. J. L. Bell maintains the Boston1775.net website, offering daily helpings of history, analysis, and unabashed

Join to celebrate the year of the horse! There will be music, dance, and costume performances. An intermission of light snacks and tea will be provided. Celebrate Lunar New Year at the Library! Sign up here. 

Join the League of Women Voters - Acton Area for the first event made possible by the newly launched Marge Kennedy Social Justice Initiative Fund. Restoring the Promise: Immigration policy and the path forward with immigration attorney Antonio Massa Viana. Live at Acton Town Hall or on Zoom.  Register for a Zoom link.