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Our traditional spring egg hunt on the old Faulkner farm--with both eggs and toys to find! Bring your own basket, ready to fill. All kids must be accompanied by an adult. $10 per child. Reservations required: email us at president@ironworkfarm.org. Faulkner House, 5 High Street; parking available in nearby public lots
Sign up on the program page on our website here! This is not a structured lesson, just an opportunity to dance socially with others.
Who dunnit? You decide! An exciting, live, comedic, interactive, spicy murder mystery performance set in Luigi’s Ristorante featuring Lynne Moulton, Joseph Zamparelli and Fran Baron of the Delvena Theatre Company in multiple roles. Come put your “super sleuth” on—and have a lot of fun along the way! Token prizes will be awarded. This program is supported by a grant from the Acton-Boxborough Cultural Council, a local agency, which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. Open to all age 60+/free
Who dunnit? You decide! An exciting, live, comedic, interactive, spicy murder mystery performance set in Luigi’s Ristorante featuring Lynne Moulton, Joseph Zamparelli and Fran Baron of the Delvena Theatre Company in multiple roles. Come put your “super sleuth” on—and have a lot of fun along the way! Token prizes will be awarded. This program is supported by a grant from the Acton-Boxborough Cultural Council, a local agency, which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
The Especially for Me series offers dedicated hours and free admission for families with disabilities. During these events, we offer accommodations that increase access to exhibits and provide an opportunity for families to network with one another in an understanding, ADA-compliant environment. All Especially for Me events are free to attend, but preregistration is required. More information, dates and registration links can be found online at http://bit.ly/EspeciallyforMe.
Sign up for the Zoom link here! In his new memoir, The Asteroid Hunter: A Scientist’s Journey to the Dawn of Our Solar System, planetary scientist Dr. Dante Lauretta, principal investigator of NASA’s OSIRIS-REx mission, pulls back the curtain on the daring, high-stakes effort to rendezvous with Bennu and return a sample to Earth. This program is in partner with the Cary Library
Open to out-of-towners 60+ starting April 6th for $20/series Come tickle your funny bone through an exploration of the art, science and silliness of comedy! Whether you are the class clown or worry you haven’t a funny bone in your body, this class is a perfect place to express (or discover) your inner comedian. In early weeks, we’ll learn the principles of comedy scenes through improvisational games. After the first week, students will each be assigned a comedic monologue and scene from a classic comedic writer from Shakespeare to Moliere to Noel Coward to Neil Simon and more. Over the
On Wednesday, April 8, David Gerratt of Fugitive Productions will guide a few courageous members of the Acton Woman's Club in a riveting storytelling experience for the enjoyment of all. You will probably laugh....maybe shed a tear. For sure, your heart will be opened, memories will resurface, and connections will be realized. The 1pm program is open to all. If you'd like to join Club members for 11:30 lunch at the Acton Center clubhouse, please call 978-263-5275 to let us know you are coming. The Woman's Club is collecting for the Acton Food Pantry Collection. Members are asked to bring
Register for the Zoom link here! Deciding when and how to claim your maximum Social Security benefits is one of the most important decisions one can make before retirement. Join Mary Beth Franklin, one of the true experts in the field, for a deep dive on Social Security, including strategies for deciding when to claim benefits and considerations of your overall retirement plan. This program is in partner with the Cary Library.
Acton Council on Aging presents Revolutions and Banana Wars: US Intervention in Latin America from the Monroe Doctrine to the Cold War with Paolo Di Gregorio For the last 200 years, the United States has had a complex, often controversial, relationship with our southern neighbors. Recent events in South America and the Caribbean illustrate that the story of this relationship is still unfolding. This illustrated talk examines the history of US involvement in the Americas, and the politics, economics, and ideologies that shaped the story. Rescheduled from February cancellation. Paolo Di Gregorio is a historian, archaeologist and educator. He is
People in the LGBTQ+ community and friends/allies are warmly welcome to this social hour facilitated by Rainbow Coordinator Rosie Latto. This month’s topic is the life and legacy of Miss Major Griffin Gracy, a transgender icon and activist. Please reach out to Chris Chirokas at the COA with any questions: cchirokas@actonma.gov or 978-929-6652. Open to all age 60+/free
Sign up on the program page on our website here! Limited copies of the book in multiple formats will be available at the West Acton branch. First come, first serve. All are welcome! This month's book is: Heartwood by Amity Gaige