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SUMMARY:Acton Recreation: Garden Therapy
DESCRIPTION:Garden Therapy with Cathy Fochtman\, Master Gardener \nHeirloom Chrysanthemum Growing Workshop \nTake a break from your busy day to relax\, unwind\, and create beautiful seasonal floral arrangements to brighten your home! Your instructor\, Cathy Fochtman\, has been teaching Acton Recreation classes since 2000 and loves sharing hands-on plant projects with participants. She is a member of the Acton Garden Club\, a Massachusetts Master Gardener (MMGA\, Inc.)\, holds a certificate in Horticultural Therapy from the Horticulture Therapy Institute\, and is an accredited Flower Show Judge with National Garden Clubs\, Inc. \nJoin Cathy for a creative\, calming\, and inspiring botanical workshop!
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-recreation-garden-therapy/
LOCATION:Acton Recreation Center\, 50 Audubon Hill\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Recreation Department":MAILTO:recreation@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
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SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents Big Band Swing Music Vol. 1 Presentation with John Clark
DESCRIPTION:The Big Band era officially started in the summer of 1935\, but the transition from hot jazz and Dixieland had begun much earlier in the decade. We’ll trace the roots of Big Band music\, including the back story of the King of Swing himself\, Benny Goodman. Then you’ll hear his hits like Goody\, Goody\, Taking a Chance on Love and the historic Carnegie Hall performance of Sing\, Sing\, Sing! You’ll also be treated to recordings of live performances of Goodman vocalists Martha Tilton and Peggy Lee. The last third of the program is devoted to the most popular bandleader of this period\, Glenn Miller with 22 chart-topping songs from 1939-1943. You’ll understand the origins of the unmistakable Glenn Miller sound heard clearly in his theme song\, Moonlight Serenade. You’ll see performances of two of his biggest hits\, Chattanooga Choo Choo and In the Mood. There’s even footage of Glenn leading the 50-piece Army Air Force Band in the summer of 1944\, just months before he boarded the flight to France that took his life. For ten years orchestral jazz became America’s popular music and you’re invited to wax nostalgic as you learn about two of its biggest stars. Prior to a career as a high school and adult education teacher\, John Clark worked in music publishing in Nashville. He enjoys sharing his passion for music with senior centers and senior residences. \nOpen to out-of-towners 60+ for $5
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-big-band-swing-music-vol-1-presentation-with-john-clark/
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:20260424T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20260326T011625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T011625Z
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SUMMARY:Library: Patron Appreciation Day - Library Scavenger Hunt!
DESCRIPTION:As a big thank you to our amazing patrons join us at Acton Memorial Library for a Library Scavenger Hunt! \nAre you up for the challenge? Find each book and complete each challenge in the library to win a prize! Check out the AML Solarium for some sweet treats throughout the day. \nAll ages can participate! 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-patron-appreciation-day-library-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library\, 486 Main St.\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20260221T125356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T192339Z
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SUMMARY:Acton Youth Film Festival Screening
DESCRIPTION:Films from teens in Acton and neighboring towns; all genres accepted. \nFilms must be submitted by April 10. \n 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-youth-film-festival-screening/
LOCATION:ActonTV\, 16a Craig Road\, Acton\, 01720
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20260316T185834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T185834Z
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SUMMARY:YV Art Museum Opening Reception: Fiber Art - THE COLLECTIVE
DESCRIPTION:THE COLLECTIVE is an immersive fiber-art installation created by Stacey Piwinski in\ncollaboration with her students and local arts community. The work incorporates\ncontributions from her elementary school students in Wayland\, Massachusetts\, her\ncollege students at Tufts University\, and fellow artists within her broader community.\nEspecially in our current times\, Piwinski emphasizes the importance of creating artworks\nthat embody healing\, foster a sense of safety\, and bring people together through shared\ncreative experience.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/yv-art-museum-opening-reception-fiber-art-the-collective/
LOCATION:YV Art Museum\, 68 Quarry Road\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemporary Arts International/YV Art":MAILTO:ypeet@verizon.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20260326T011742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T011742Z
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SUMMARY:Library: Harmonies of Nature - A concert-lecture about birdsong
DESCRIPTION:Sign up on the program page on our website here! \nPresented by SHE in conjunction with our art exhibit The World We Share – a concert-lecture that goes beyond music to showcase the beauty and complexities of birdsong. With composer Alexander Liebermann and musicians Sophia Szokolay (violin I)\, Hannah Goldstick (violin II)\, Maureen Sheehan (viola)\, and Alan Toda-Ambaras (violoncello).
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-harmonies-of-nature-a-concert-lecture-about-birdsong/
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:20260427T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20260326T011933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T011933Z
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SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents The Poetry & Stories of Langston Hughes Seminar with Stephen Collins
DESCRIPTION:Open to out-of-towners age 60+ starting April 6th for $20/series \nLangston 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. \nPreregistration is required. Please call 978-929-6652 to register.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-the-poetry-stories-of-langston-hughes-seminar-with-stephen-collins/2026-04-27/
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:20260427T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20260323T230810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T230810Z
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SUMMARY:Library: Line Dancing Social Hour
DESCRIPTION:Sign up on the program page on our website here! \nThis is not a structured lesson\, just an opportunity to dance socially with others.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-line-dancing-social-hour-6/2026-04-27/
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:20260428T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20260315T131543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T131543Z
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SUMMARY:VOTE for town candidates!
DESCRIPTION:Town elections are sometimes won by just a few votes. Your vote counts! \nFor information about voting and Town Meeting\, see the 2026 Annual Election Calendar. \nNote: The last day to register to vote for this election is April 18. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/vote-for-town-candidates/
LOCATION:RJ Grey Junior High\, 16 Charter Road\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20260325T234001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T234001Z
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SUMMARY:Library: Cookbook Club @ West
DESCRIPTION:Sign up on the program page on our website here! \nBring a dish from the cookbook to share—and come hungry! \nThis month’s book is: Half baked harvest every day: recipes for balanced\, flexible\, feel-good meals by Tieghan Gerard
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-cookbook-club-west-3/
LOCATION:West Acton Citizens’ Library\, 21 Windsor Avenue\, Acton\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="West Acton Citizens' Library":MAILTO:WACL@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20250320T183204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251227T235413Z
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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/2026-04-28/
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:20260428T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20260325T234225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T234225Z
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SUMMARY:Library: Cookbook Club @ AML
DESCRIPTION:Sign up on the program page on our website here! \nBring a dish from the cookbook to share—and come hungry! \nThis month’s book is: Half baked harvest every day: recipes for balanced\, flexible\, feel-good meals by Tieghan Gerard
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-cookbook-club-aml-4/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library Conference Room (2nd floor)\, 486 Main Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20260218T170934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T170934Z
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SUMMARY:AB Unified Games Day (with Special Olympics MA)
DESCRIPTION:As a unified Champion School\, Acton-Boxborough Schools partner with Special Olympics Massachusetts (SOMA) to participate in a one-day Track and Field event hosted by ABRHS. \nThis is Acton-Boxborough’s 7th time to participate in Unified School Day Games. Students from ABRHS\, RJ Grey JHS\, and Elementary Schools will participate as athletes and partners\, supported by staff members and High School student volunteers.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/ab-unified-games-day-with-special-olympics-ma/
LOCATION:Leary Field\, ABRHS\, 22 Charter Road\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20260326T003036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T150247Z
UID:10003856-1777479300-1777483800@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 2026 menu \nApril 1       Baked Ziti and Garlic Bread\nSponsored by Friends of Mike Tobia \nApril 8       Chicken Chili and Corn Bread\nSponsored by Friends of Community Supper \nApril 15      Chicken and Dumplings\nSponsored by Mt Calvary Lutheran Church \nApril 22     BBQ Chicken and Tater Tots\nSponsored by Boston Metro West Bible Church of Littleton \nApril 29      Hot Dogs with all the “Fixins”\nSponsored by Congregation Beth Elohim \nDinner is served 4:30pm – 5:30pm. Doors 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. \nhttp://www.mtcalvaryacton.org/Community-Supper \nhttp://www.facebook.com/CommunitySupperofActonMA
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-community-supper-april-2/2026-04-29/
LOCATION:Mt Cavalry Lutheran Church\, 472 Massachusetts Ave.\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20260323T231137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T231137Z
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SUMMARY:Library: Author Talk Series - "A Long Walk Down a Winding Road" by Sam Farmer
DESCRIPTION:Sign up on the program page on our website here! \nA Long Walk Down a Winding Road by Sam Farmer. \nJoin us at Acton Memorial Library for a discussion and questions from Sam Farmer. Stick around for a signed copy of the book! \nYou do not need to read the book ahead of time to attend.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-author-talk-series-a-long-walk-down-a-winding-road-by-sam-farmer/
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:20260430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20260326T012036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T012036Z
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SUMMARY:Library: How to Fight Climate Change\, One Garden at a Time
DESCRIPTION:Sign up on the program page on our website here!  \nCome hear what you can do in your own backyard (and front yard) to address climate change and make your landscape come alive. We will talk trees and shrubs and perennials with Demetra Tseckares the owner of Gardens by Demetra.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-how-to-fight-climate-change-one-garden-at-a-time/
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:20260501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T111500
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20260323T234147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T234147Z
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SUMMARY:Acton COA Invites You to Comedy Scene Study with Poornima Kirby
DESCRIPTION:Open to out-of-towners 60+ starting April 6th for $20/series \nCome 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 remaining classes\, students will rehearse and explore their scenes\, adding staging and character details. In the final class we will share our scenes and celebrate! Memorization and theatrical experience are not necessary; this class will be tailored to the interests and requests of participating students. Poornima Kirby is an experienced Shakespearean actress\, with numerous credits in film and theatre. She has performed at the Senior Center in King Lear\, A Christmas Carol\, and a compilation of Shakespeare scenes. She teaches public speaking\, poetry\, and theatre to students of all ages. She holds a Master’s degree in Arts and a B.A. in Drama and trained at Shakespeare & Co\, and the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts.  \nRegistration Required. Please call the COA at 978-929-6652 to register.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-invites-you-to-comedy-scene-study-with-poornima-kirby-2/
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:20260504T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20260326T011933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T011933Z
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SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents The Poetry & Stories of Langston Hughes Seminar with Stephen Collins
DESCRIPTION:Open to out-of-towners age 60+ starting April 6th for $20/series \nLangston 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. \nPreregistration is required. Please call 978-929-6652 to register.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-the-poetry-stories-of-langston-hughes-seminar-with-stephen-collins/2026-05-04/
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:20260505T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20251219T151716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T151716Z
UID:10003325-1777987800-1777998600@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Discovery Museum\, Especially for me inclusive afternoons
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAll 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.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/discovery-museum-especially-for-me-inclusive-afternoons/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Discovery Museum\, 177 Main St.\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Discovery Museum":MAILTO:fun@DiscoveryActon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T111500
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20260323T233931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T233931Z
UID:10003774-1778061600-1778066100@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton COA Invites You to Comedy Scene Study with Poornima Kirby
DESCRIPTION:Open to out-of-towners 60+ starting April 6th for $20/series \nCome 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 remaining classes\, students will rehearse and explore their scenes\, adding staging and character details. In the final class\, we will share our scenes and celebrate! Memorization and theatrical experience are not necessary; this class will be tailored to the interests and requests of participating students. Poornima Kirby is an experienced Shakespearean actress\, with numerous credits in film and theatre. She has performed at the Senior Center in King Lear\, A Christmas Carol\, and a compilation of Shakespeare scenes. She teaches public speaking\, poetry\, and theatre to students of all ages. She holds a Master’s degree in Arts and a B.A. in Drama and trained at Shakespeare & Co\, and the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts.  \nRegistration Required. Please call the COA at 978-929-6652 to register.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-invites-you-to-comedy-scene-study-with-poornima-kirby/2026-05-06/
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:20260508T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20250209T152450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T003200Z
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SUMMARY:Carlisle Potluck and Contradance
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAdmission is just $6-10 (self-determined sliding scale) for all ages\, along with your tasty and creative contribution for the meal. \nYou’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.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/carlisle-potluck-and-contradance/2026-05-08/
LOCATION:First Religious Society of Carlisle\, 27 School Street\, Carlisle\, 10741
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20260330T152425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T155545Z
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SUMMARY:Friends of Pine Hawk: Guided walk to Acton' oldest archeological site
DESCRIPTION:Join local archaeologist Kimberley Connors and Town of Acton\nConservation Staff Ian Bergemann on a guided walk along the\nAssabet River Blue & Green Trail focusing on why people have\nlived here for over 7\,000 years and the wildlife that call this place\nhome. This path is adjacent to the Pink Hawk site which is the\noldest known archeological site in Acton. \nThe trail is 1.0 mile long out-and-back starting from Old High\nStreet navigating marsh habitat\, streams\, and forests. The trail\nwill be muddy and slippery so please be prepared with proper\nfootwear and additional hiking tools like trekking poles. \nThere is a limit of 20 people\, all ages are\nwelcome but the path is not stroller friendly. \nRegistration required at https://tinyurl.com/pinehawk-may9.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/friends-of-pine-hawk-guided-walk-to-acton-oldest-archeological-site/
LOCATION:Provided after registration
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Pine Hawk":MAILTO:friends.of.pinehawk@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20250829T202858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251122T190454Z
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SUMMARY:Boxborough Museum open house
DESCRIPTION:The Boxborough Museum at 575 Middle Road is open on second Sundays from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.  \nCome see Boxborough’s historic treasures including the 1850’s scale which is sensitive enough to weigh a penny and strong enough to calibrate a 50 pound weight\, the “new” hearse built in 1881\, and the “old” hearse (come and see how old is old).   \nAdmission is free and all are welcome. For more information or to arrange a private tour for a small group\, please contact John Fallon through the Boxborough Historical Society.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/boxborough-museum-open-house/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:Boxborough Museum\, 575 Middle Road\, Boxborough\, MA\, 01719
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20260326T011933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T011933Z
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SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents The Poetry & Stories of Langston Hughes Seminar with Stephen Collins
DESCRIPTION:Open to out-of-towners age 60+ starting April 6th for $20/series \nLangston 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. \nPreregistration is required. Please call 978-929-6652 to register.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-the-poetry-stories-of-langston-hughes-seminar-with-stephen-collins/2026-05-11/
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:20260511T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T194500
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20260323T231002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T231002Z
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SUMMARY:Library: Great Decisions Group Discussion
DESCRIPTION:To see this month’s topic and more check out the program page on our website!
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-great-decisions-group-discussion-2/2026-05-11/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library Conference Room (2nd floor)\, 486 Main Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
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-2/2026-05-12/
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:20260512T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
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/2026-05-12/
LOCATION:Acton Community Services office\, 30 Sudbury Road Rear\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20250209T155517Z
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/2026-05-12/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Green Acton":MAILTO:info@greenacton.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T111500
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20260323T233931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T233931Z
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SUMMARY:Acton COA Invites You to Comedy Scene Study with Poornima Kirby
DESCRIPTION:Open to out-of-towners 60+ starting April 6th for $20/series \nCome 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 remaining classes\, students will rehearse and explore their scenes\, adding staging and character details. In the final class\, we will share our scenes and celebrate! Memorization and theatrical experience are not necessary; this class will be tailored to the interests and requests of participating students. Poornima Kirby is an experienced Shakespearean actress\, with numerous credits in film and theatre. She has performed at the Senior Center in King Lear\, A Christmas Carol\, and a compilation of Shakespeare scenes. She teaches public speaking\, poetry\, and theatre to students of all ages. She holds a Master’s degree in Arts and a B.A. in Drama and trained at Shakespeare & Co\, and the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts.  \nRegistration Required. Please call the COA at 978-929-6652 to register.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-invites-you-to-comedy-scene-study-with-poornima-kirby/2026-05-13/
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:20260513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184127
CREATED:20260331T204923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T205321Z
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SUMMARY:Acton Exchange All-Hands Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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. \nUse this link to join by Zoom:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/86431644688?pwd=RXNReWE5N2Rzdkc1QjUzQnF5d0NKdz09\nThe password\, if needed\, is newspaper.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-exchange-all-hands-meeting-3/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:ActonTV offices\, 16a Craig Road\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Exchange":MAILTO:info@actonexchange.org
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