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SUMMARY:Spring Book Sale: Friends of the Acton Libraries
DESCRIPTION:Time to stock up on your summer reading! \nPlease join us at the spring book sale at Acton Memorial Library! \nThe Friends of the Acton Libraries is a 100% volunteer organization that has a unique purpose; we donate funds to Acton’s 8 elementary middle-school and high-school libraries\, as well as the 2 town libraries. Our book sales and other activities raise money which we then distribute to these 10 entities. The funds we give to the elementary school libraries represent almost 50% of their book buying budget. \nMost books are $2.00 each (except kids softcover\, which are $1.00).  Everything is half-price on Sunday! \nFor more information\, contact The Friends at friendsofactonlibraries@gmail.com. \nJoin us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/friendsactonlib. Follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/friendsactonlib or Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/friendsactonlib.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/spring-book-sale-friends-of-the-acton-libraries/2025-06-01/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library\, 486 Main St.\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Acton Libraries":MAILTO:friendsofactonlibraries@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T160000
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SUMMARY:House Concert and Jam: Framed Ophelia
DESCRIPTION:Four unique and local improvisers weaving spontaneous compositions in unstructured time:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n— Experimental Funky-Noise Jams…\n— Psycho/Punk-Bluegrass…\n— Varèse-style Percussive Cacophony…\n— Bordering on Jazz…\nWith Framed Ophelia it’s never the same sonic-experience twice!\nWalter Horn: keys\, Michael Badolato: zendrum\,\nTsuyoshi Honjo: saxes\, Peter J. Evans: mandolin-clarinet-cassettes\n\n  \nPLEASE BRING AN INSTRUMENT and we’ll open up the proceedings to jam!\n\n  \nDonations accepted.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/house-concert-and-jam-framed-ophelia/
LOCATION:24 Windsor\, 24 Windsor Ave.\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250602T090000
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SUMMARY:Library: Sign Up for Adult Summer Reading!
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFor more information and to sign up click this link: https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/sign-up-for-adult-summer-reading/
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-sign-up-for-adult-summer-reading/
LOCATION:West Acton Citizens’ Library\, 21 Windsor Avenue\, Acton\, 01720
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250602T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250602T110000
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SUMMARY:COA presents: Exploring Improvisation with Poornima Kirby
DESCRIPTION:Open to out-of-town seniors for $20\, free for Acton seniors. \nCome unlock your sense of humor\, play and discovery with this 8-week class on the art and fun of improvisation at the Acton Council on Aging (COA)!  We’ll play simple improv games\, explore short-form and long-form scenarios\, and gain tools for building characters on the fly. We’ll also sharpen our listening skills\, use our imaginations\, and learn how to say “yes\, and . . .!” to our fellow improvisors. We’ll even learn how to apply improvisation skills in everyday life to solve problems\, increase confidence\, and gain insights into human relationships.  People with any level of experience are welcome to join! Her classes at the Senior Center are educational and great fun! \nNo class May 26th
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/the-acton-coa-invites-you-exploring-improvisation-with-poornima-kirby/2025-06-02/
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:20250602T130000
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SUMMARY:Acton Lions Club: Community Golf Classic
DESCRIPTION:Play a round of golf and support the Acton Lions Club! \nCommunity Golf Classic 2025\, Monday\, June 2 at Quail Ridge Golf Club in Acton \nNine Holes with Cart | Best Ball | Shotgun Start \nPost-Golf Social by Rapscallion (one beer included with registration)\nFood and Drink | Prizes | Raffles \n$100 Player / $400 Foursome \nSingle player registrations will be formed into teams \nTo register or inquire about hole sponsorships ($100):\nDavid Christmas – 978-560-7101 or\nDan Busse – dbusse1@verizon.net \nChecks payable to Acton Lions Club | All proceeds go to those in need. \nCutoff is 72 players so register early!
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-lions-club-community-golf-classic/
LOCATION:Quail Ridge Country Club\, 49 Skyline Drive\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Lions Club":MAILTO:acton_lions@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T150000
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SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents: Live Folk Music Hootenanny!-CANCELED!
DESCRIPTION:Musicians Howie Rashba and Mel Green will perform familiar and favorite folk music and folk-rock classics. Whether you are a seasoned Hootenanny fan or experiencing one for the first time\, this is your opportunity to share in a spirited tradition! Songs such as This Land is Your Land\, If I Had a Hammer\, Blowin’ in the Wind\, and Mr.Tambourine Man are often included. Hootenanny is a term with Scotch-Irish roots that found its way to Appalachia before being popularized in the 1940s by folk legends like Woody Guthrie and Pete Seeger. Come sing along\, clap your hands\, stomp your feet\, and brighten your day! Howie Rashba and Mel Green have delighted local audiences with their warmth and music including at the New England Folk Festival. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-live-folk-music-hootenanny/
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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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T190000
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SUMMARY:Library: Celebrating the Stories & History of the LGBTQ+ Community with SpeakOUT Boston
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Room\, Acton Memorial Library\, 486 Main Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\n\nJoin 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! \nSpeakOUT Boston’ Mission Statement: \nSpeakOUT is a community of speakers and volunteers working to create a world free of bias and prejudice by telling the truths of LGBTQ+ lives. \nWe do so by: \n– conducting educational programs about LGBTQ+* lives and issues; \n– training individuals and organizations to use public speaking as a means of creating positive cultural change; \n– sharing our lives and experiences publicly in order to support those struggling with sexuality and gender identity; and \n– educating within the communities we represent about issues that divide us. \nWe engage audiences in honest dialogue\, and in keeping with our motto “Ask Us Anything\,” invite any questions that may challenge harmful stereotypes and misconceptions. \nReasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by emailing library@actonma.gov.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-celebrating-the-stories-history-of-the-lgbtq-community-with-speakout-boston/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library\, 486 Main St.\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153137
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T160244Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Economic Development Plan Presentation
DESCRIPTION:The Town of Acton seeks feedback on the final draft of the Strategic Economic Development Action Plan (SEPAC).\nPlease send feedback to planning@actonma.gov by June 3rd 12:00 PM. \nLink to Plan: https://doc.actonma.gov/dsweb/View/Collection-19241 \nThe Economic Development Committee will host RKG Associates who will present a final plan release. \nFor virtual access via Zoom: \nhttps://actonma.zoom.us/j/96275905703 \nPhone one-tap:\n+16468769923\,\,96275905703# US (New York)\n+13017158592\,\,96275905703# US (Washington DC) \nJoin via audio:\n+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)\n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\nWebinar ID: 962 7590 5703\nInternational numbers 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/workshop-economic-development-plan-presentation/
LOCATION:Acton Recreation Center\, 50 Audubon Hill\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153138
CREATED:20250608T140639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250608T140639Z
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SUMMARY:Public Meeting: Strategic Plan for Economic Development
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the EDC (Economic Development Committee)\, Planning Division and RKG Associates. \nFinal Strategic Plan Presentation.  What are the benefits of Economic Development?
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/public-meeting-strategic-plan-for-economic-development/
LOCATION:Acton Recreation Center\, 50 Audubon Hill\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T160000
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SUMMARY:I Hiked Acton’s Trails!
DESCRIPTION: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\, on Wednesdays from April 9 to June 11. The location of each hike will be sent out each Sunday before the walk. Once registered\, you can join us whenever it suits you.\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/i-hiked-actons-trails/2025-06-04/
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Conservation Trust":MAILTO:jharris.actonconservationtrust@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T173000
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SUMMARY:Acton Community Supper: June
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our All Sit Down Supper! We welcome all our guests inside to join neighbors and friends at the tables in Fellowship Hall. Welcome Summer! We look forward to sharing a meal and friendship with you. \nJune 4 — Mediterranean Chicken with Rice Pilaf\nSponsored by West Acton Baptist Church \nJune 11 — BBQ Night: Pork Chops with Roasted Veggies\nSponsored by Chaves Heating and Air Conditioning \nJune 18  — Ballpark Night! Hot Dogs with all the Fixin’s\nSponsored by Boston Metro West Bible Church of Littleton \nJune 25 — Italian Summer Supper: Antipasto Salad and Meatball Subs\nSponsored by Friends of Community Supper \n** Please note that the meals we serve may contain gluten\, nuts\, seeds\, or dairy. \nDoors 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. \n 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-community-supper-may-2/2025-06-04/
LOCATION:Mt Cavalry Lutheran Church\, 472 Massachusetts Ave.\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153138
CREATED:20250509T150829Z
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SUMMARY:Acton COA presents: PRIDE Pizza & Improvisation Games for the LGBTQ+ Community
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Julie Nowak (she/any)\, LGBTQIA+ Initiative Coordinator\, Springwell Elder Services  \nEnjoy 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: \nPoetry for Neanderthals – Get creative communicating your historic discoveries using only the smallest words! \nOn a Scale of One to T-Rex – Unleash your inner dinosaur\, tree\, or wacky waver in this zany\, expressive game! \nPlease sign up so we have enough pizza either with the Council on Aging at seniorcenter@actonma.gov\, 978-929-6652 or directly to Chris Chirokas at cchirokas@actonma.gov and same phone number.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-pride-pizza-improvisation-games-for-the-lgbtq-community/
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:20250605T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T200000
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CREATED:20250515T132337Z
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SUMMARY:Danny’s Place Spring Showcase
DESCRIPTION: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. \n✨ Hands-on activity stations✨ Youth-led project exhibits✨ Silent auction with local prizes✨ Free food provided by 110 Grill & Evviva Trattoria \nWhether 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. \nAttendance is free — all ages welcome. \nRSVP at dannys-place.org/celebration
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/dannys-place-spring-showcase/
LOCATION:Danny’s Place\, 543 Mass Ave.\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T080000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153138
CREATED:20250602T125555Z
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SUMMARY:ABRHS Project Graduation Volunteers Needed!
DESCRIPTION:For over 34 years\, we’ve hosted a substance-free Project Graduation Grad Night for ABRHS seniors\, thanks to dedicated volunteers and generous donors. Join us in our mission to provide a safe celebration\, free from alcohol and drugs\, exclusively for the graduating seniors of Acton-Boxborough Regional High School. \nFor more info\, go here. \nThere are still many tasks that need helpers\, from food prep to running games to chaperoning\, to Saturday morning cleanup (after you get a full nights sleep!). \nVolunteer for a shift here.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/abrhs-project-graduation-volunteers-needed/
LOCATION:Acton Boxborough Regional High School\, 36 Charter Road\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153138
CREATED:20250526T130449Z
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SUMMARY:Library: Discover Magical Totems: Silk Road Origami Fun
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Room\, Acton Memorial Library\, 486 Main Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\n\nPaper\, 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. \nSign up on our website: Silk Road origami workshop. \nInfo Concept: Ancient East Asian Lunar Year\, Astronomy\, Silk Road Zodiac signs. \nMaterials will be provided: origami paper\, decorative pattern prints. \nEnd result: Origami art pieces with Chinese zodiac sings of 2025. \nConcept: Silk Road Zodiac signs art\, unfolds blessings and joy with the Origami. \nReasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by emailing library@actonma.gov.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-discover-magical-totems-silk-road-origami-fun/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library\, 486 Main St.\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153138
CREATED:20250526T124622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T143504Z
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SUMMARY:Library: Mindful Silk Road Calligraphy Workshop: Write your story in every stroke
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Room\, Acton Memorial Library\, 486 Main Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\n\nA 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. \nSign up on our website: https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/mindful-silk-road-calligraphy-workshop-write-your-story-in-every-stroke/ \nInfo Concept: How humans communicate on the Silk Road\, how people tried to cross language barriers. \nMaterials will be provided: calligraphy brush\, ink\, rice paper\, artist-designed patterned seal\, and pad. \nEnd result: Use a unique but easy-to-understand writing system to write your own core-value. \nConcept: Mindfulness. Integration and coworker of culture\, language\, information. \nReasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by emailing library@actonma.gov.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-mindful-silk-road-calligraphy-workshop-write-your-story-in-every-stroke/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library\, 486 Main St.\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153138
CREATED:20250526T145402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T145402Z
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SUMMARY:Acton Community Chorus: Celebrating Female Icons
DESCRIPTION:The Acton Community Chorus proudly presents their spring concert celebrating legendary female icons on Saturday\, June 7th at 7:00 PM and Sunday\, June 8th at 4:00 PM. Now in their 41st season\, the chorus will perform beloved hits from a diverse range of powerhouse artists including Aretha Franklin\, Lady Gaga\, Bonnie Raitt\, Dolly Parton\, Chappell Roan\, and many more. This musical tribute promises to showcase the extraordinary contributions women have made across various musical genres. \nJoin the celebration at Great Road Church in Acton. Tickets are available now on the chorus’s website at www.ActonCommunityChorus.org. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience these timeless classics. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-community-chorus-celebrating-female-icons/2025-06-07/
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Community Chorus":MAILTO:accinformation9@gmail.com
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