Four unique and local improvisers weaving spontaneous compositions in unstructured time: — Experimental Funky-Noise Jams... — Psycho/Punk-Bluegrass... — Varèse-style Percussive Cacophony... — Bordering on Jazz... With Framed Ophelia it's never the same sonic-experience twice! Walter Horn: keys, Michael Badolato: zendrum, Tsuyoshi Honjo: saxes, Peter J. Evans: mandolin-clarinet-cassettes   PLEASE BRING AN INSTRUMENT and we'll open up the proceedings to jam!   Donations accepted.

Sign up for Adult Summer Reading beginning June 2nd through August 27th! Drop off your completed tickets at either Acton Library location and place them in the container for the prize you’d like to win! Earn raffle tickets by reading books, listening to audiobooks, attending adult library programs, and even for signing up. Winners of the prizes listed below will be announced Friday, August 29th. Please note: adult summer reading tickets can only be used for adult prizes. For more information and to sign up click this link: https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/sign-up-for-adult-summer-reading/

Meeting Room, Acton Memorial Library, 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720 Join SpeakOUT Boston as we take a look back at the development of the LGBTQ+ Rights Movement and share the personal stories of local LGBTQ+ people. SpeakOUT's motto is "Ask Us Anything" and its specialty is raising awareness and opening up a dialogue with their audiences. Come for the stories, the history, and the discussion! SpeakOUT Boston' Mission Statement: SpeakOUT is a community of speakers and volunteers working to create a world free of bias and prejudice by telling the truths of LGBTQ+ lives. We do so by: -

The Town of Acton seeks feedback on the final draft of the Strategic Economic Development Action Plan (SEPAC). Please send feedback to planning@actonma.gov by June 3rd 12:00 PM. Link to Plan: https://doc.actonma.gov/dsweb/View/Collection-19241 The Economic Development Committee will host RKG Associates who will present a final plan release. For virtual access via Zoom: https://actonma.zoom.us/j/96275905703 Phone one-tap: +16468769923,,96275905703# US (New York) +13017158592,,96275905703# US (Washington DC) Join via audio: +1 646 876 9923 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) Webinar ID: 962 7590 5703 International numbers 

Hosted by the EDC (Economic Development Committee), Planning Division and RKG Associates. Final Strategic Plan Presentation.  What are the benefits of Economic Development?

Hosted by Julie Nowak (she/any), LGBTQIA+ Initiative Coordinator, Springwell Elder Services Enjoy some delicious pizza and give your wits a good workout with some hilarious improv games! We play cooperatively, not competitively (and enjoy a LOT of laughs)! You’re always free to pass, choose another card, and/or get a little help! You don’t have to act and the games are fun and fast-moving! Rainbow elders and allies from Acton and beyond are warmly welcome to join the fun of playing these unusual, easy-to-learn games: Poetry for Neanderthals – Get creative communicating your historic discoveries using only the smallest words! On a

Get ready to be inspired! Join us at Danny’s Place for our Spring Showcase, a vibrant event where youth-led innovation takes center stage. Meet the incredible teens behind powerful community projects like a Senior Prom for adults, a model of our sister towns, rubik’s cube education, and so much more from the U-Project cohort. ✨ Hands-on activity stations✨ Youth-led project exhibits✨ Silent auction with local prizes✨ Free food provided by 110 Grill & Evviva Trattoria Whether you're a parent, community member, educator, or just curious, you’re invited! Come see what happens when young people are given the space and support to lead with purpose. Attendance is free —

Meeting Room, Acton Memorial Library, 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720 Paper, magic, and imagination — a fun, cross-cultural origami adventure for all ages! Participants will explore storytelling through the creation of symbolic totems inspired by the Silk Road. Sign up on our website: Silk Road origami workshop. Info Concept: Ancient East Asian Lunar Year, Astronomy, Silk Road Zodiac signs. Materials will be provided: origami paper, decorative pattern prints. End result: Origami art pieces with Chinese zodiac sings of 2025. Concept: Silk Road Zodiac signs art, unfolds blessings and joy with the Origami. Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon

Meeting Room, Acton Memorial Library, 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720 A creative calligraphy journey for all ages. Inspired by the timeless spirit of East and West, participants will learn to write their names and personal values in beautiful, expressive styles. This workshop has been very well received in many communities. Sign up on our website: https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/mindful-silk-road-calligraphy-workshop-write-your-story-in-every-stroke/ Info Concept: How humans communicate on the Silk Road, how people tried to cross language barriers. Materials will be provided: calligraphy brush, ink, rice paper, artist-designed patterned seal, and pad. End result: Use a unique but easy-to-understand writing system to write your own

Join the Acton Conservation Trust (ACT) for a walk with our favorite storyteller and naturalist, Roland “Boot” Boutwell. Boot will lead us on a walk of 1-2 miles, identifying plants and trees along the way. Listen to stories of the woods and view seasonal growth in a new light. Boot teaches nature programs and leads nature walks for Sudbury Valley Trustees and other local conservation trusts.  Parking and meeting location will be sent a few days before the event.This is a members only event. If you're not a member, please join here before registering. This event is free and children aged 5

State Senator Jamie Eldridge invites you to attend an informative presentation on energy costs featuring Carrie Katan, the Massachusetts Policy Advocate for the Green Energy Consumers Alliance. Topics include: How gas and electric rates are set Why energy costs have gone up in recent years How energy costs may change in the years ahead How people can respond Questions? Email Sen. Eldridge's Environmental Policy Advisor at Meghan.Cerino@masenate.gov.

Join us for an evening of music, camaraderie, and an upbeat, comfortable ambience with fabulous pop/rock a cappella group Five O’Clock Shadow Enjoy hearty hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar while perusing the silent auction that will run throughout the event. For more info and to purchase tickets, visit DVSN.org/Benefit2025

Transgender YA and now Adult author Edward Underhill will be joining the Acton Memorial Library, in partnership with other MA libraries. He will discuss his two newest books; The In Between Bookstore (Adult debut released in January 2025) and In Case You Read This (YA released in May 2025) with Boyden Library's Teen Librarian, Jennifir Huston. Register directly on Zoom HERE

Our Club Mission is to help members improve their public speaking and leadership skills in a friendly, supportive environment.  If you're looking to join a Toastmasters club in or near Acton, MA, the Isaac Davis Toastmasters Club is a well-established option. Serving the Acton area for over 52 years, this club welcomes members from surrounding towns including Boxborough, Littleton, Stow, Harvard, and Maynard. For more information, see  Isaac Davis Toastmasters Club. Our next hybrid meeting is on Monday June 9 at 7:15 PM at the Littleton Reuben Hoar Library. Please reach us through the Contact Us page for a Zoom link to join the

In an effort to support and empower renters in our community, the Town of Acton and Acton Council on Aging (COA) is proud to announce a new Tenant Rights Presentation by MetroWest Legal Services designed to educate residents on their legal protections, responsibilities, and available housing resources. The training is open to all renters, housing advocates, and community members who want to better understand tenant-landlord laws and strategies for housing stability. The training aims to equip tenants with the knowledge and tools needed to advocate for themselves and maintain safe, secure housing. Given rising housing costs and increasing risks of displacement,

Are you a business here in town? Are you thinking of starting a business?  Please join us for a special networking brunch featuring three guest speakers.  Click here to see the complete flyer and/or to register.  Registration is required.

Support  the Acton Food Pantry With A Scoop! Join us at West Side Creamery for our FUNdraiser! 20% of the proceeds from the event will be donated to support the Acton Food Pantry. Visit West Side Creamery during normal operating hours (12 - 9) and be sure to mention Acton Food Pantry when ordering.

West Acton Citizens' Library, 21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720 Sign up for a 15-minute 1:1 tech help session. Please bring your device and any questions you might have! Registration is required! 1:30 slot: https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/tech-help-at-west-acton-citizens-library-1-30pm-slot-37/ 1:45 slot: https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/tech-help-at-west-acton-citizens-library-1-45pm-slot-49/ 2:00 slot: https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/tech-help-at-west-acton-citizens-library-2-00pm-slot-13/ 2:15 slot: https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/tech-help-at-west-acton-citizens-library-2-15pm-slot-49/

Join in-person at the Senior Center (with refreshments) or from home via Zoom This team of community members explores how the Council on Aging/Senior Center can meet the programming needs of Acton LGBTQ+ residents age 60 and up. We welcome new members from the LGBTQ+ community, allies, or municipal employees. The goals of the team are for Acton’s LGBTQ+ older adults to have their voices heard about desired activities and that they find the Senior Center to be a welcoming place. For more information or for the meeting Zoom link, please contact Chris Chirokas (she/her), Acton Council on Aging Program

Enjoy a concert with singer and guitarist Rodney Mashia, featuring songs of jazz, gospel, soul, folk and pop made famous by African American singers, songwriters and composers. Born in New Orleans and raised in rural Louisiana, Mashia has spent decades using his inspirational music to touch hearts and make folks smile. His soulful interpretations of classic songs have entertained crowds of all kinds. With his music -- made by and from the heart -- he explores both the black and white American political system and musical cultures of the past five decades.   Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are

Please join Acton and nearby towns (Concord, Maynard, and Lincoln) for the launch of this summer's Minuteman Bike Share. Try out the new bikes for free, enter giveaways, and meet local businesses and organizations along the trails! The Minuteman Regional Bike Share offers a low-cost option for accessible recreation along local rail trails, alternative transportation to MBTA commuter stations, and a fun activity for locals and visitors looking to explore the area on wheels!  

Please join the Acton-Boxborough Family Network at the Goward Playground at the Acton Memorial Library for our Annual Kindergarten Social! This is free and open to all incoming kindergarteners! Come and meet some of the families and future classmates of your 2038 Kindergartener. There will be a school bus to explore, local organizations to meet, as well as color-coded name tags so that you can easily connect with students and families destined for the same school. Check the Acton-Boxborough Family Network Facebook Page for updates closer to the date. Please RSVP by registering on our website to let us know

All-Ages Community Dance Party hosted by Acton Boxborough United Way featuring MakesUWanna. Ice cream available for purchase from Juniper Farms Ice Cream truck. Donate-what-you-can admission

We had so much fun chatting with author and veterinarian, Philipp Schott a few years ago, we just had to bring him back to discuss his new book, "Heal the Beasts: A Jaunt Through the Curious History of the Veterinary Arts". This history of veterinary medicine provides an abundance of bizarre, funny, surprising, and heartwarming anecdotes. Heal the Beasts chronicles human efforts to treat animal illnesses from 14,000 BCE to today. Rgister for the Zoom link here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/3017460384553/WN_K6u3ApS0RByORHo2w6JFPw#/registration This is in partner with the Ashland Public Library

Lorelei will be chatting about the books she's looking forward to reading this summer - the best of romance beach reads! If your TBR pile isn't already groaning, it will be! Grab a cool drink and join us. If you know romance, you probably know Lorelei! Affectionately referred to as a passionate Romance Ambassador, Lorelei has been offering book recommendations, author spotlights, giveaways and connecting authors with readers through social media since 2010, providing a safe and friendly environment for book lovers around the globe. Register directly on Zoom here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/9517447448439/WN_apxcbZbuRvaWyYAFIqsjYw#/registration

Unplug, unwind, and unleash your competitive side! Join us for Adult Board Game Night at the library—a casual, fun-filled evening of strategy, laughter, and community. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just in it for the good company, there's a game for everyone. Choose from a variety of modern classics and hidden gems, or bring your own favorite to share!

Acton Republican Town Committee 6:30 PM Wednesday, June 18, 2025 Faulkner House (circa 1700), 5 High Street Friends of Acton RTC Welcome! please RSVP to Chair or ARTC Officer acton-repubs@pm.me

Would you like to attend a short and familiar worship service during the week?  Our Called to Care team will be hosting a dementia-friendly worship service on Thursday, June 19th at 10 am.  The service will be 30 minutes long, with familiar hymns, and familiar scriptures and prayers.  All are welcome to this service and fellowship after the service.  It is also a time to connect with others who are interested in dementia-friendly events and fellowship.

On June 19 at 2:00 pm, the Acton Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commission invites you to our commemoration of Juneteenth. We begin at the Acton Congregational Church with author Ray Anthony Shephard, who will present a history of Juneteenth and its relevance to other fights for freedom, followed by several musical selections. Around 3:00 pm, we will walk to the Acton Women’s Club where local tour guide Amy Cole will share Acton’s history about Emancipation and local abolitionists. We end with a presentation on how horse culture ties into the histories of Black freedom.

Join us for a ribbon cutting ceremony to recognize Handworks Gallery new store location in Acton!  They moved into the Great Woods Plaza at 340 Great Road, Acton.

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of entertainment! We have an incredible lineup of seven talented drag performers who are set to dazzle and delight you. This interactive event promises to engage the audience in a fun and lively atmosphere! Please note that this event is recommended for mature audiences. Tickets can be purchased at the gate or in advance online through EventBrite. Indulge your taste buds with delicious food, and enjoy a selection of beer and wine available for purchase. Seating is general admission on the lawn, so be sure to bring your own chairs or blankets for comfort.

Fifer’s Day is organized by the Boxborough District Minutemen Company in association with the Boxborough Public Celebrations Committee as well as many other town organizations. We are looking into several exciting new activities for the kids and will have our usual live music, bouncy castles, volleyball, road race, craft and vendor booths as well as delicious food and drink options. See website for schedule of events: https://boxboroughminutemen.org/fifers-day-2025

Get ready for an exhilarating afternoon packed with excitement for everyone to enjoy! Join us for a variety of engaging activities, connect with local community groups, and groove to the electrifying sounds of the band Femme as they take the stage. Delicious food and refreshing drinks will be available for purchase, ensuring you have everything you need for a fantastic day. Don’t miss out on the fun—mark your calendars and come celebrate with us!

Celebrate summer, local food and community at Boston Area Gleaners’ 6th annual June Food Day! This rain or shine celebration will be held on Saturday, June 21st from 4:30-8:30pm at our headquarters at Stonefield Farm in Acton. Our biggest community event of the season will feature farm fun for all ages: there will be hay rides, farm tours, a raffle, live music, catered food and complimentary festive beverages. Any proceeds from this event will help to support our programs and further our mission to create an equitable and sustainable food system for our community. We hope to see you there!

The Iron Work Farm continues its series of combined “4th Sunday” events with a museum open house at Jones Tavern (1 to 3 p.m.) and at the Jones-Faulkner Homestead (3 to 5 p.m.), as well as the first part of a two-part program for children on colonial ceramics, “Fire in the Hole.” For “Fire in the Hole,” part of our hands-on Colonial Life series for children and families, from 12 to 5 p.m. at the Faulkner Homestead we will dig and build a kiln pit, and learn how to process clay and make a vessel for the dining table. A

The Boston International Asian Music Festival, a beloved nonprofit event in the Greater Boston area, warmly invites you and your family to join us for an evening of vibrant cultural celebration with delicious Asian food! Event Details: Location: NARA Park Amphitheater, Acton, MA Admission: Free Discover a vibrant showcase of Asian music and dance, featuring Japanese, Chinese and Russian songs, dance and opera, and captivating performances by talented local artists, including the Annie Scherer Band, Utar Artun Band, and Berklee Chinese Traditional Music Club. Get a sneak peek of what’s in store with our preview video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DUR0bx4XY2o)

Please join the Acton 250 Committee for its next speaking event featuring historian and author Don N. Hagist. Don will share lesser-known narratives from the Revolutionary Era, including the lives of British soldiers who engaged the colonials on April 19, 1775 and maintained the Siege of Boston for the following year. Don is managing editor of Journal of the American Revolution (allthingsliberty.com). His historical studies focus on presenting an accurate picture of individual soldiers and their families, especially those of the British army who served in America. This research is done using exclusively primary sources, mostly from archives in North America

In June 1977, Renee Freer, nicknamed Giggles, went out to play with her friends. A few hours later, she was found bludgeoned to death with a rock. In a true crime book unlike most, E.C. Hanson stumbles upon an unsolved murder case that haunted his former stepfather. Unable to get specifics from the old and new guard of detectives, Hanson forges ahead, mining what he can from previously released articles and people who lived in the neighborhood at the time. An unusual yet passionate text, DEAD END ROAD honors Renee Freer's memory and asks its how will you help? Join

Join Dr. Jennifer Staples, Clinical Psychologist and Co-Founder of guts. for a 45-minute practical talk on how to ease worry & quiet racing thoughts. You will walk away with simple, science-backed tools to help you feel more present, calm, and in control. The non-profit guts. is dedicated to making mental health tools more accessible, actionable, and relatable — because it takes guts to talk about mental health.

Featured speaker, Dr. Kim Kastens. OARS is the watershed organization for the Sudbury, Assabet, and Concord Rivers (SuAsCo), a non-profit organization that does river science, advocacy, education, and public outreach towards a vision of “resilient streams and rivers that provide healthy wildlife habitat, water supplies, beauty, education, and recreational opportunities for all.” At the 2025 annual meeting, Dr. Kim Kastens, Chair of the Green Acton Water Committee  (and an Acton Exchange editor) will be the featured speaker, discussing Salt Pollution in the Waters of the SuAsCo Watershed.  Much of the data in Kim’s talk was collected in Nashoba Brook, Fort Pond Brook, and their tributaries,

Great Decisions is America's largest discussion program on world affairs. The program model involves reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book and meeting in a Discussion Group to discuss the most critical global issues facing America today. This months topic will be on U.S. Foreign Policy @ 100 Days. A short article is available from the Great Decisions briefing book. Please read it ahead of the meeting. It is available in the library.

We have reached a critical time as Supreme Court cases and some state laws have eroded civil and voting rights protections along with a resurgence of white supremacist activities across the country. This has contributed to increased discontent and polarization with no clear resolution and these challenges weaken the bonds of our communities. Unfortunately, racism and the struggle for civil rights and equity is not new to the American experience and to help us understand the historical context on where we find ourselves as a society, Dr. David Kalivas will offer an analysis of the history of racism and civil

Are you curious about what types of wetlands there are? Or which species are native to wetlands? Explore the wonderful world of wetlands with the Acton Conservation Division’s Community Conservation Specialist, Ian Bergemann. The presentation will take a deep dive into how to identify different wetland environments, why wetlands are often seen as bad places, and how wetlands are protected. Lastly, we will explore how wetlands protect us!

West Acton Citizens' Library, 21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, MA, 01720 Join your fellow community members at the West Acton Citizens' Library for a lively book discussion led by our Librarians. Limited copies of the book in multiple formats will be available at the West Acton branch. First come, first serve. All are welcome! Sign up on our website: Citizens' Library book group. This months book is: Endpapers By: Jennifer Savran Kelly It's 2003,and artist Dawn Levit is stuck. A bookbinder who works at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, she spends all day repairing old books but hasn’t created anything of her own

Join your fellow community members at Acton Memorial Library for a lively book discussion this Pride, led by Librarian Olivia. Limited copies of the book in multiple formats will be available at Acton Memorial Library. First come, first serve. All are welcome! Sign up on our website: Pride Book Group. The Book is: Endpapers By: Jennifer Savran Kelly A sharply written, page-turning, and evocative debut, Endpapers is an unforgettable story about the journey toward authenticity and the hard conversations we owe ourselves in pursuit of a world where no one has to hide. Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by

Mass Department of Transportation (MassDOT) will hold an information meeting about changes to the Route 2 and Route 111 intersection at Piper and Taylor Road. MassDOT will discuss proposed new traffic signals, turning lanes, pavement markings and signs as well as bicycle and pedestrian accommodations. View the Public Notice

Join us for a special ribbon cutting ceremony to welcome Wireless Zone Verizon to their newly remodeling store.  Not only will this ribbon cutting ceremony be held, but on Saturday the store is planning fun activities for all!

This program explores various methods for financing higher education, including scholarships, grants, student loans, and work-study opportunities. It aims to help students and families make informed decisions by comparing the benefits and drawbacks of each option. Whether you're just starting to plan or already in school, this presentation will break things down in a way that's easy to understand.

Want to learn how to make your own clothes but don't know where to start? Join our Summer Sewing Series! We're starting off with an Introduction to Sewing Machines! You'll learn the basics of how a machine works and the steps to sewing your very own Corner Bookmark!! Sewing machines are limited, so if possible, please bring your own!! Space is limited, sign up on the program page on our website: https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/summer-sewing-series/  Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request. Please reach out to library@actonma.gov and include a description of the accommodation you will need, including as much

Writing Club is a free group for prose, poetry and non-fiction writers to come together, connect, share and create in a welcoming environment. Join the conversation, work on optional weekly prompts or use the time to work on an existing project that your passionate about. Feel free to join in person or on Zoom, all writing levels welcome! Optional Prompt: Make a list of 25 "things" You love reading about (Topics, locations, literary devices, time periods, etc). Take five things from your list and write a one page or more story, scene or outline

Join us for an unforgettable July 4th celebration at NARA Park! We are thrilled to invite you to an event that promises to dazzle and delight with fantastic music and spectacular fireworks. Below, you’ll find all the exciting details you need to know. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! This year, NARA Park will not open until 5 p.m. as staff and vendors prepare for the event. Please visit actonma.gov for updates closer to the event. No rain date is planned. Click here to view the complete list of events all summer at the park! SHUTTLE BUSES AND PARKING: