The Acton Exchange

AB Farmer's Market Winter Market
2025-11-23 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | West Acton Villageworks, 525 Mass Ave., Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Indoors at West Acton Villageworks.
Stock up on winter provisions, staples, and specialty foods for your celebrations!
Pies, greens, apples, mushrooms, eggs, bagels, beef, pork, chicken, fish, breads, wine, mead, beer, dumplings, chai, honey, granola, coffee, cranberry sauce, vegetables, houseplants, yarn, and more!
www.ABFarmersMarket.org

Savoyard Light Opera Company presents "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying"
2025-11-22 16:00 - 18:30, 2025-11-21 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-11-16 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-11-15 19:30 - 22:00 | Corey Auditorium (Carlisle Public School), 83 School Street (for GPS use Church St. Entrance), Carlisle, MA, 01741, United States
The Savoyard Light Opera Company is proud to present How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, the musical and comedic satire of corporate culture and the ruthless pursuit of success. Can the Voice of a Book tell you all you need to know about getting to the top of the executive ladder? A young window washer hopes so, in this rags-to-riches story, set in 1961. Memorable characters, a funny story line, and satisfying classic Broadway numbers will keep you wildly entertained, while you contemplate all that has changed – and not changed – about power dynamics and ambition.

Acton Lions Ski and Skate Sale
2025-11-22 11:00 - 16:00 | Luther Conant Elementary School, 80 Taylor Road,, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Sell or buy all your winter sporting gear (skis, boots, poles, skates, and more!)
Gear Drop-off

Friday November 21st; 6:30 – 8 pm
Saturday November 22nd; 8 – 10 am

Sale

Saturday November 22nd; 11 am – 4 pm
Sunday November 23rd; 10 am – 2 pm

All money raised goes to local charities.

Merrie Christmas Fair & Silent Auction
2025-11-22 09:00 - 13:00 | United Church of Christ Boxborough, 723 Massachusetts Avenue, Boxborough, MA, 01719
Boxborough’s beloved holiday tradition is back! This lively annual event is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season with community spirit, music, and merriment. Shoppers will find a treasure trove of handmade gifts, jewelry, crafts, knits, holiday greens, and baked goods — all lovingly created and curated by local artisans and volunteers.

Explore Attic Treasures for one-of-a-kind finds, visit the children’s craft and gift area, and enjoy a cozy break at the Sugar Plum Café, where the aroma of coffee and baked treats fills the air.

And don’t forget your camera — Santa Claus will be mingling ready for those photos! Throughout the morning, live holiday music will add to the joyful atmosphere.

This year’s Silent Auction is once again online, featuring an array of donations from generous local residents and businesses — from gift certificates to unique experiences and merchandise. Bidding opens November 12 at 8 a.m. and closes November 22 at 6 p.m. at https://auctria.events/UCCBSilentAuction2025.

In keeping with the church’s commitment to community giving, 10% of all fair proceeds will benefit the Acton Food Pantry Building Fund, helping the organization expand its space and services to meet record demand.

For more information, call the church office at (978) 263-7387. Come celebrate, shop, and share the joy of the season — the Merrie Christmas Fair is where holiday memories begin!

Acton Lions 45th Annual Ski and Skate Sale Drop Off
2025-11-22 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-11-21 18:30 - 20:00 | Luther Conant Elementary School, 80 Taylor Road,, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Sell or buy all your winter sporting gear (skis, boots, poles, skates, and more!)
Gear Drop-off

Friday November 21st; 6:30 – 8 pm
Saturday November 22nd; 8 – 10 am

Sale

Saturday November 22nd; 11 am – 4 pm
Sunday November 23rd; 10 am – 2 pm

Pay-out or Pick-up: Sunday November 23rd; 3 – 5 pm
Pick up unsold items and consignment payout Sunday, Nov. 23rd, 3 – 5 pm.
The Lions Club will pay consignment donors 70% of the sale price of each item
sold.
Any items not picked up by 5 p.m. on Nov. 23rd will be considered a donation.
All money raised goes to local charities.

Science Family Night
2025-11-21 18:30 - 20:30 | ABRHS Cafeterua, 36 Charter Rd, Acton, MA, 01720
Spark Curiosity. Ignite Discovery!
Where young spirits inspire younger spirits
Welcome all elementary school students and their families.

Codebuster: Crack the code. Control the message!
Circuit Lab: Discover how electricity and magnetism works!
Bungee Drop: Releåse a weighted elastic cord +measure the closest distance to the floor
Forensics: Find the facts. Follow the evidence!

Hosted by ABRHS STEM Clubs.
Join activities led by: Science Team, DNA Club, Envirothon, Girls in Science, Neuroscience Club,,and more!
$5 per family.

Pink Friday 2025 in West Acton
2025-11-21 10:00 - 19:00 | West Acton Village, 588 Mass Ave, Acton, MA, 01720
Pink Friday is a nationwide event dedicated to celebrating and supporting small and local businesses like ours, the weekend BEFORE Black Friday. The goal is to get you to remember all the small shops in your own neighborhoods, and to shop small first before going to the big box stores.

Participating stores:

HOME (home decor + unique gifts)
Wish (Clothing and accessories)
Smudge Ink (Greetings cards, stationary, wrapping paper)
Silver Unicorn (bookstore)
E. Drumm Designs (art + gifts)
Eve and Murray’s (gifts for foodies!)

And childcare too! Danny’s Place Youth Center will provide childcare for $30 from 5 – 7:30 PM so that you can drop ‘n shop!

ACTON COA Invites You to our Ukulele Play Along
2025-11-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Acton Senior Center, 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton, MA, 01720
New monthly series! Have you learned the basics of ukulele from Julie Stepanek’s earlier classes and are ready for more? Join Julie for a monthly play along. After a short review and Q&A, participants will play some fun and easy songs because one learns to play the ukulele by playing the ukulele! When you sign up, please indicate whether you will bring your own ukulele or use one provided by Julie. Group will typically meet on the third Friday each month but watch the newsletter for dates.
Sign up once at seniorcenter@actonma.gov to attend this monthly series, but please let the Council on Aging know if you are not continuing.
Open to out-of-towners age 60+ for $5/month

Talk: Can Bicycling Be a Normal Mode of Travel in Concord? Here's How.
2025-11-20 18:30 - 20:00 | Concord Free Public Library, 129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
The Concord Library has been working with Bike-to-School Concord, Mothers Out Front, and others to encourage folks to choose walking or biking whenever they can. It’s good for the planet and for our kids. However, we know that some people don’t feel safe biking or walking in certain areas of Concord.

Mothers Out Front has invited Dr. Peter Furth, Professor of Civil Engineering at Northeastern University and an expert on pedestrian and cycling safety, to speak about possible solutions to these issues. He gave up a Saturday afternoon to bike around Concord and look at trouble spots with a group of us ahead of his talk.

To register, or for more information, see Safe Cycling in Concord.

Library: Sewing and Embroidery Club @ AML
2025-11-20 17:30 - 18:30 | Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor), 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Register on the program page on our website.
For Adults!
Whether you’re a seasoned stitcher or a complete beginner, come learn new techniques, share ideas, and enjoy crafting in community.
This month’s craft will be: Felt Leaf Ornaments
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by emailing library@actonma.gov.

Library: Sewing and Embroidery Club @ West
2025-11-20 14:00 - 15:00 | West Acton Citizens’ Library, 21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, 01720
Register on the program page on our website.
For Adults!
Whether you’re a seasoned stitcher or a complete beginner, come learn new techniques, share ideas, and enjoy crafting in community.
This month’s craft will be: Felt Leaf Ornaments
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.

Acton COA Needle Arts Fair
2025-11-20 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-19 10:00 - 14:00 | Acton Senior Center, 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton, MA, 01720
Handmade crocheted and knitted items will be available, including scarves, shawls, toys, and much more. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Acton Council on Aging. Proceeds from sales will be used to fund programs and events at the Acton Senior Center.

Conversations Across Differences: A Braver Angels presentation
2025-11-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Acton Congregational Church, 12 Concord Road, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Just in time for those difficult discussions over Thanksgiving, join us to learn the basics in keeping the conversation amicable. Braver Angels have been active for almost a decade and have been effective in giving concerned participants the skills needed to converse without rancor.

The Social Justice Task Force of Acton Congregational Church invites you to a special 90-minute presentation by the Braver Angels organization. Braver Angels is a volunteer-led nonpartisan movement bringing Americans together to counter polarization and preserve what makes our nation strong. We are rooted in the belief that respect, and courage can heal our divides.

Conversations Across Differences offers an introduction to Braver Angels and its principles. All are invited to come and learn about having better conversations with those with whom you disagree.

Acton Exchange All-Hands Meeting
2025-11-19 19:00 - 20:30 | ActonTV offices, 16a Craig Road, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
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.

Library: Virtual - "Meet Me at Luke's" with The Gilmore Book Club Blogger, Kristine Eckart
2025-11-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Register for the Zoom link here.
Stars Hollow in the Fall is one of our favorite Seasons! If you are a Gilmore Girls fan, we hope you can join us for this rapid paced Q&A with The Gilmore Girl Club Blogger, Kristine Eckart. We’ll be chatting about her new book, “Meet Me at Luke’s: Lessons in Life and Love from Gilmore Girls”, Rory’s Reading Challenge, three generations of Gilmores (or, is it four with Trixie?), and all things Gilmore! We’re huge fans and can’t wait for this discussion!
This program is in partner with the Ashland Public Library.

Acton Community Supper - November
2025-11-19 16:30 - 17:30 | Mt Cavalry Lutheran Church, 472 Massachusetts Ave., Acton, MA, 01720
Welcome back!
We are finally finished with renovations and are returning to the main dinner hall for supper! So we welcome our guests inside to join neighbors and friends at the tables in Fellowship Hall.
We look forward to sharing a meal and friendship with you.
November 5: Roast Pork Tenderloin
Sponsored by Mt Calvary Lutheran Church Youth Group
November 12: American Chop Suey
Tonight’s supper is in memory of Mike Tonia
November 19: Our Thanksgiving Dinner
Sponsored by Friends of Mt Calvary Community Supper
November 26: Closed. May you all have a Wonderful Thanksgiving!

** Please note that the meals we serve may contain gluten, nuts, seeds, or dairy.
Doors open at 4:15pm. Please, do not enter earlier so our volunteers can prepare your Supper.
Parking: Park your car in the back parking lot and enter from the walkway to the church door.
For more information, see http://www.facebook.com/CommunitySupperofActonMA.

We are so grateful for the support and dedication of so many individuals, community
organizations, church members and the team of our Supper volunteers. Together we
hope that each meal we share will bring us closer together.

Acton'sTrails Challenge
2025-11-19 14:30 - 16:00 | Provided after registration
“I Hiked Acton’s Trails!”

Walk the trails in Acton’s conservation areas with the goal of earning a sticker and a sew-on patch! These weekly walks are a joint effort between Acton Conservation Trust and Acton Conservation Division. We’ll walk a different conservation area weekly. Check out the “I Hiked Acton’s Trails” Challenge form HERE for more information about the challenge.

Date: Wednesdays from September 3 to November 19. Once you register, the location of each hike will be sent out each Sunday before the walk.

Time: 2:30-4:00 pm. Plan to arrive a few minutes early as we will start our hikes on time.
Typical distance: 1-2 miles

REGISTER HERE

Library: Felt Leaf Garland @ West
2025-11-19 14:00 - 15:00 | West Acton Citizens’ Library, 21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, 01720
Register on the program page on our website.
For Adults!
Join for some chatting, music, and crafting! Make and take home a felt leaf garland of your own.
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.

Library: Acton Memorial Library Book Discussion Group
2025-11-18 17:00 - 19:00 | Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor), 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
The AML Book Group meets the third Tuesday of the month. All are welcome, no registration required. Copies of the books will be available at the circulation desk.
46 Pages by Scott Liell
Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request by emailing library@actonma.gov.

ACTON COA Invites You to the Cultivating Courage Workshop via Zoom
2025-11-18 13:00 - 14:00 | Acton Senior Center, 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton, MA, 01720
If you had the courage to do anything, what would you do? Life presents frequent chances to take risks, have adventures, and address obstacles. From trying a new activity to asking for help to going somewhere alone for the first time to coping with a crisis, we can empower ourselves to act. Join Dr. Miriam Rosalyn Diamond to claim your strengths, gain inspiration from brave role models, and identify manageable steps to expand your experience. Participate via Zoom from home or at the Senior Center with a group watching on a large screen TV.
Register at seniorcenter@actonma.gov or call 987-929-6652.

American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of MA: Discussion on Demonstrations
2025-11-17 18:30 - 20:30 | First Religious Society of Carlisle, 27 School Street, Carlisle, 10741
The First Religious Society of Carlisle (FRS) will host the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Massachusetts for a discussion on rights while demonstrating and standing up for our communities. Topics will include:

an overview of the current landscape
rights and best practices during demonstrations
rights and best practices related to immigration enforcement

All are welcome. Seating may be limited, so please arrive early if you want to attend.

Library: Felt Leaf Garland @ AML
2025-11-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor), 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Register on the program page on our website.
For Adults!
Join for some chatting, music, and crafting! Make and take home a felt leaf garland of your own.
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by emailing library@actonma.gov.

Library: Artist Gallery Series – Darrell Smith
2025-11-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor), 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Register on the program page on our website.
Join for a reception where Smith will discuss and show his work. Smith’s prints will be hanging in the AML Meeting Room Gallery from Nov-Dec.

Library: Murder at West Acton Citizens’ Library!
2025-11-15 14:00 - 16:00 | West Acton Citizens’ Library, 21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, 01720
Register on the program page on our website or call us at 978-929-6657
Join us for an afternoon of Mystery and Murder!
There’s been a murder at the Library, you and your team have 2 hours to solve the puzzles, get the clues, and find out who did it!
The West Acton Citizens’ Library program will not have a cash bar or snacks and is open to all ages.
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.

Friends of Pine Hawk: Boxborough Esker Walk
2025-11-15 13:00 - 15:00 | MA
The Boxborough Esker Walk in memory of George Krusen is sponsored by both the Boxborough Conservation Trust (BCTrust) and the Friends of Pinehawk. The landscape of Boxborough was sculpted over millions of years, but some of the most dramatic features formed “only” about 15,000 years ago. The Beaver Brook Valley Preserve protects a beautiful example of an esker – a long, sinuous ridge of sediment that was formed under the edge of an enormous glacier at the end of the last ice age. Tufts geologist Anne Gardulski will guide the walk along the crest of the Boxborough Esker and explain how it formed, looking at the evidence in the sediments. Rita Grossman, BCTrust’s president, will also note how the efforts of George Krusen were key in protecting this significant geological feature from being fully excavated for gravel to build I-495.
George also deeply appreciated the Native American imprints on the land in our region. Brian McClain from Friends of Pine Hawk will point out possible Indigenous stone structures including those as described in the book Manitou, which will be discussed at the Pinehawk event taking place on November 13th.
Note: Participation in this walk requires registration at https://tinyurl.com/2025-Pinehawk. This trail walk involves climbing steep terrain. Details, including preparation, will be emailed to registrants a few days in advance. For ages 13 and up and is limited to 40 participants.
