For town and school calendars, see the Town and Other Calendars page.
Location: Meeting Room, Acton Memorial Library | 486 Main Street, Acton MA 01720 Ready to learn more about your family history? Let’s discuss the basic forms and tenets of genealogical research. We’ll also review types of repositories, websites, and educational opportunities for your journey through personal history.
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. Admission is just $6-10 (self-determined sliding scale) for all ages, along with your tasty and creative contribution for the meal. You'll find us at the lovely Unitarian Church in Carlisle Center on the Common. Navigate to 27 School St, Carlisle MA and look
Conference Room, Acton Memorial Library, 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720 Acton Memorial Library Book Discussion Group. Copies available at Acton Memorial Library. Click here for this month's book, future meeting's books, and more information about other book groups: https://tinyurl.com/3hd4pfyt .
Location: Back Library Lawn, Acton Memorial Library | 486 Main Street, Acton MA 01720 For over 25 years, The Squeezebox Stompers have brought the vibrant sounds of Cajun, zydeco, blues, folk, and original music to New England, earning Boston Music Awards and songwriting accolades along the way. With a rich blend of instruments—including accordion, fiddle, mandolin, saxophone, harmonica, guitar, bass, and drums—They create an unique live music experience. Their lively and eclectic performances are guaranteed to get you on your feet and having a blast!
On the third Saturday of every month (except June, which is 2nd Saturday), you can recycle your clean styrofoam containers. For details about the 2025 schedule, and what you can recycle, see https://actonma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/10278/Polystyrene-collection-days-and-guide-2025.
Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720 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.
Location: Meeting Room, Acton Memorial Library | 486 Main Street, Acton MA 01720 Presentation Description: Imagine a world where computers can think, learn, and even create. Welcome to the age of Artificial Intelligence (AI), the technology that's changing everything from how we shop to how we drive. In this presentation, we'll take a journey through the exciting world of AI, exploring its history, its amazing applications, and even the potential risks. We'll see how AI is making our lives easier, smarter, and sometimes even a little bit scary. And we'll peek into the future to see where AI might take
Location: Meeting Room, Acton Memorial Library | 486 Main Street, Acton MA 01720 New to sewing and want some help? Working on a project but struggling to find motivation? Just want to spend time with like minded people? Come to sewing club! If you have a machine, please bring it with you as we have a limited number on hand. Knowledge of a sewing machine is required. Supplies will not be provided. Register online: https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/sewing-club-13/
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. Admission is just $6-10 (self-determined sliding scale) for all ages, along with your tasty and creative contribution for the meal. You'll find us at the lovely Unitarian Church in Carlisle Center on the Common. Navigate to 27 School St, Carlisle MA and look
Location: Meeting Room, Acton Memorial Library | 486 Main Street, Acton MA 01720 Mindfulness is a great way to alleviate stress, develop more creativity, and cultivate more peace in your life. The practice can be added to any lifestyle and can be done anywhere. No special equipment or skills needed! Come and learn how to use your breath, mind, and body as tools to help you be more present and peaceful in every area of your life. Laura has practiced mindfulness and meditation for over 25 years. She can testify to the amazing power of adding more Presence into your
Location: Meeting Room, Acton Memorial Library | 486 Main Street, Acton MA 01720 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.
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. Housing 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. Before you attend a session, you must complete the following registration form, which can be found here. The program, which is funded by the American Rescue Plan Act, will run until Dec. 31, 2026.