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  • Library: Teaching Tech @ West – Google Docs

    West Acton Citizens' Library 21 Windsor Avenue, Acton

    Register Here This month’s topic: Google Docs No experience necessary—just bring your questions and curiosity! Please bring your smartphone, tablet, or laptop if you have one. If you don't have a laptop, one can be supplied for you. Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by emailing WACL@actonma.gov. Please note that the West Acton Citizens’ Library has limited accessibility. More accessible programs are offered at the Acton Memorial Library.

    Free
  • Acton Community Supper – Januar

    Acton Community Supper – January

    Mt Cavalry Lutheran Church 472 Massachusetts Ave., Acton, MA

    Happy New Year to Everyone! Please join us to welcome in 2026. We look forward to sharing a meal and friendship with you every Wednesday. January 7: Chicken Chili with Cornbread Sponsored by Society of St. Vincent DePaul January 14: Turkey Tetrazzini Sponsored by Thrivent Financial January 21: Pork Chop Cacciatore      Sponsored by Friends of Mike Tobia January  28:  Spaghetti and Meatball      Sponsored by West Acton Baptist Church ** Please note that the meals we serve may contain gluten, nuts, seeds, or dairy. Doors open at 4:15 pm. Please, do not enter earlier so our volunteers

    Free
  • Library: Teaching Tech @ AML – Google Docs

    Acton Memorial Library Conference Room (2nd floor) 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, United States

    Register Here This month’s topic: Google Docs No experience necessary—just bring your questions and curiosity! Please bring your smartphone, tablet, or laptop if you have one. If you don't have a laptop, one can be supplied for you. Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by emailing library@actonma.gov.

    Free
  • Library: Virtual – How Librarians Became The Unlikely Spies Of World War II

    Zoom

    Register for the Zoom link here. Author Elyse Graham will discuss her new book, Book and Dagger: How Scholars and Librarians Became the Unlikely Spies of World War II, the true untold story of the academics who became OSS spies, invented modern spycraft, and helped turn the tide of the war to defeat the Nazis. RECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. This program is in partner with the The Tewksbury Public Library

    Free
  • Community Focus Groups: Help shape a healthier and more connected Acton

    Zoom

    The Town of Acton wants to hear people's stories, ideas, and hopes for making our community stronger and fair for everyone. These small group talks are part of a big project to learn what people need and to help everyone feel healthy, included, and supported. For any questions or accessibility accommodations, send an email to actonforproaction@3x3.co. See a list of the available focus groups and register here: tinyurl.com/2sjvdu7b All focus groups are online - Zoom link sent after registration. Sign Up Today! Each session lasts from 60 to 90 minutes and centers on a particular perspective, but all Town of

    Free
  • Friends of Acton Libraries Winter Book Sale

    Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor) 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, United States

    Winter is upon us! What a great time to stay inside and read! The Friends of the Acton Libraries will hold a live and in person used book sale the weekend of January 23 – 25. Friday  — Members of the Friends night — Be sure your membership is up to date before the Book Sale so you can have first crack at the great selection of used books at the sale preview. If you aren’t yet a member, you can join on Friday night. But why wait? Go to the Friends of the Acton Libraries website and pay online!

  • Friends of Acton Libraries Winter Book Sale

    Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor) 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, United States

    Winter is upon us! What a great time to stay inside and read! The Friends of the Acton Libraries will hold a live and in person used book sale the weekend of January 23 – 25. Friday  — Members of the Friends night — Be sure your membership is up to date before the Book Sale so you can have first crack at the great selection of used books at the sale preview. If you aren’t yet a member, you can join on Friday night. But why wait? Go to the Friends of the Acton Libraries website and pay online!

  • Theatre III presents Miss Holmes

    Theatre III presents Miss Holmes

    Theatre III 250 Central St., Acton

    A play by Christopher M. Walsh. When an anonymous note sends a newlywed wife looking for help, Miss Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Dorothy Watson work together to uncover the secrets surrounding a corrupt police inspector whose wives keep turning up dead. But this Holmes and Watson face far greater challenges than bringing the cunning criminal to justice. In an era where gender roles are rigidly defined, these women dare to challenge societal norms. Inspired by the works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, this theatrical fan fiction explores what added obstacles would be faced by these two iconic characters if they

    $10 – $27
  • Friends of Acton Libraries Winter Book Sale

    Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor) 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, United States

    Winter is upon us! What a great time to stay inside and read! The Friends of the Acton Libraries will hold a live and in person used book sale the weekend of January 23 – 25. Friday  — Members of the Friends night — Be sure your membership is up to date before the Book Sale so you can have first crack at the great selection of used books at the sale preview. If you aren’t yet a member, you can join on Friday night. But why wait? Go to the Friends of the Acton Libraries website and pay online!

  • Theatre III presents Miss Holmes

    Theatre III presents Miss Holmes

    Theatre III 250 Central St., Acton

    A play by Christopher M. Walsh. When an anonymous note sends a newlywed wife looking for help, Miss Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Dorothy Watson work together to uncover the secrets surrounding a corrupt police inspector whose wives keep turning up dead. But this Holmes and Watson face far greater challenges than bringing the cunning criminal to justice. In an era where gender roles are rigidly defined, these women dare to challenge societal norms. Inspired by the works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, this theatrical fan fiction explores what added obstacles would be faced by these two iconic characters if they

    $10 – $27
  • Library: English at Large – Spring Beginner English classes

    Acton Memorial Library Conference Room (2nd floor) 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, United States

    This 90-minute class for complete beginners meets twice a week from January to April. You will learn basic English speaking skills to talk about yourself, daily routines, food, clothing, and more. This is part two, a continuation of the fall Beginner English class. The class is free, but registration is required. Sign up to receive information about the Acton class on the English At Large here. You will receive an email in January with the class schedule and the registration form.

    Free