Events

Central Middlesex Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) and the Acton Health and Human Services sponsored by Acton Fire/EMS/EMD proudly presents a workshop to be prepared for emergencies. In this two-hour workshop you will receive a Make a Plan template and learn about: Why you we need to be prepared Different types of disasters Sheltering in place Evacuation notices Pets Go-bags Presented by Lois Luniewicz, Registered Environmental Health Specialist and Coordinator, Central Middlesex Medical Reserve Corps. Lois has over twenty years experience with Medical Reserve Corps, Emergency Preparedness and Public Health.

Professional tour leader Amy Cole grew up near Acton Center and has a wide ranging-interest in Acton’s unique history. Walking Acton’s historic civic center, you will learn about the people, places and practices that shaped the town’s history and our nation’s as well. Topics include Native American history, the role of the church, the importance of Captain Isaac Davis and the Acton Minutemen, nearby historic buildings, memorials and more. The walk is free, but you must register as the walk is limited to 25 people. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/Apr11-Acton250 The walk starts at 1pm, but please meet Amy in the Acton

The Acton-Boxborough Community Compass  (AB Resource Center) Mental Wellness Team presents Dayna Altman’s “Bake It Till You Make It”  baking presentation and community potluck.   Using ingredients as metaphors, Dayna chronicles her struggles with major depression, OCD and an eating disorder through a presentation of honesty, hope and inspiration.  Bring your favorite appetizer or dessert (store bought is ok!) and stay for a scrumptious potluck with community-minded neighbors. Free.   Rsvp at abccompass.org/nourish

Standing Up For Our Communities: BYSTANDER TRAINING                                                                                                                                    Presented by the ACLU of Massachusetts All are welcome to attend. Doors will open at 6 pm. Attendees aged 15 or younger must be accompanied by a parent. Sponsored by FRS and Carlise Public Schools Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Community Advisory Council (DEICAC)

This unique performance blends stories from the beloved books by Laura Ingalls Wilder with live music to bring to life the music that was a vital part of the pioneers’ lives. There are 127 songs and tunes mentioned in the books, many played by Laura’s “Pa,” an expert fiddler. Many of the songs are well known, such as those by Stephen Foster, but some will be new to you. Performers are Patricia Sette, narrator, singer and author of the script; David Shnaider, narrator singer and guitar player; Ann Seigel, fiddler. The audience is invited to join in on many songs!

Join comedian Jimmy Tingle (as MC and auctioneer) along with chef's from The Barn at Gibbet Hill, Silver Girl, Woods Hill Table, and more. Sign up to be notified when ticket sales open: Let me know when tickets go on sale.