Congregation Beth Elohim: Scholar in Residence
Congregation Beth Elohim 133 Prospect Street, Acton
Free – $36
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Week of Events
Sunday, February 1, 2026
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February 1, 2026 -Congregation Beth Elohim: Scholar in Residence
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February 1, 2026 -Concord Orchestra Concert: Far, Far Away
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February 1, 2026 -Theatre III presents Miss Holmes
Congregation Beth Elohim: Scholar in Residence
Learn with our 2026 Scholar in Residence, Rabbi Moshe Waldoks Friday, January 30th, Saturday, January 31st, and Sunday, February 1st Theme for the weekend: From the Big Book of Jewish Humor to meeting the Dalai Lama -- what do Faith and Belief mean? Reb Moshe is perhaps best known for co-authoring the Big Book of Jewish Humor. But he is also Rabbi Emeritus at Temple Beth Zion in Brookline, where he has served since 1998. At TBZ, Reb Moshe revitalized the community by embracing pluralism, humor, social justice and meditation. For more about Reb Moshe please visit: https://www.tbzbrookline.org/welcome/spiritual-leaders/reb-moshe-waldoks/. All are invited to the CBE
Free – $36
Concord Orchestra Concert: Far, Far Away
The Concord Orchestra presents “Far, Far, Away” at 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 31 and Sunday, Feb 1 at 2:30 p.m. at the Performing Arts Center at 51 Walden. This concert features several young performers who participated in The Concord Orchestra’s annual young artist competition. Preceding each concert, one of the young artist competition runners-up, both cellists, will present a pre-concert recital. On Saturday, Gabriel Jojatu performs a recital at 7:15 p.m. On Sunday, Philip Jeong performs a recital at 1:45 p.m. The orchestra, conducted by Music Director Zeke Fetrow, performs a program of W. A. Mozart’s Overture to Don
Free – $25
Theatre III presents Miss Holmes
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
Monday, February 2, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
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February 3, 2026 -Acton Garden Club presents: Invasive Plants: Techniques you don’t know + how to fight them with native plants
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February 3, 2026 -Discovery Museum, Especially for me inclusive afternoons
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February 3, 2026 -Acton Sustainability Webinars: Energy Savings, Upgrades, and Efficiency
Acton Garden Club presents: Invasive Plants: Techniques you don’t know + how to fight them with native plants
Invasive plants range from a minor nuisance to a dire threat to endangered species and entire forests. How to tell the difference? And what are the best ways to identify and remove the plants that can do the greatest harm? This presentation by Lisey Good will help gardeners identify common invasive plants in Massachusetts and will teach them how to deal with the very worst offenders. She includes new techniques developed abroad-- and even some "passive” methods that use native plants to fight the battle. Lisey Good is the founder of Massachusetts-based environmental group Wild Cohasset, which works to support
Free
Discovery Museum, Especially for me inclusive afternoons
The Especially for Me series offers dedicated hours and free admission for families with disabilities. During these events, we offer accommodations that increase access to exhibits and provide an opportunity for families to network with one another in an understanding, ADA-compliant environment. All Especially for Me events are free to attend, but preregistration is required. More information, dates and registration links can be found online at http://bit.ly/EspeciallyforMe.
Acton Sustainability Webinars: Energy Savings, Upgrades, and Efficiency
Special Incentives for Residents: Income-Eligible & Moderate Income Programs Tues. February 3rd, 6:30PM Register: bit.ly/rezincentives Improving the Bottom Line:Energy Efficiency for Small Businesses Tues. February 10th, 4PM Register: bit.ly/smallbizs Reducing Costs for You and Your Tenants: Efficiency for Multifamily Buildings Wed. February 11th, 1PM Register: bit.ly/propmanage Hosted by the Acton Sustainability Office
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
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February 4, 2026 -Acton Community Supper – February
Acton Community Supper – February
How have you been with all this cold weather? Please join us each week to keep warm. We look forward to sharing a meal and friendship with you every Wednesday. February 2026 Menu February 4 Ukrainian Chicken and Buttered Noodles Sponsored by Acton Boxborough Regional Islamic Center February 11 Chicken Casserole and Heart Shaped Biscuits - Our Valentines Day Sponsored by Friends of Mt Calvary Community Supper February 18 Ash Wednesday - Fish Sticks with Mac n’ Cheese Casserole Sponsored by Friends of Mike Tobia February 25 Braised Pork Chops and Mashed Potatoes Sponsored
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Thursday, February 5, 2026
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February 5, 2026 -ABSTEAM: Hackathon Showcase & Open House
ABSTEAM: Hackathon Showcase & Open House
AB STEAM partnered with the Town of Acton Conservation and Sustainability Office, with grant support from the Integral Charitable Foundation, to engage Acton-Boxborough middle and high school students in developing innovative solutions to local flooding challenges. The project focuses on flooding affecting Acton conservation lands, roads, and culverts. Here is your chance to see what AB students have come up with at the Hackathon presentations, which begin at 5:30 pm. Light refreshments will be served.
Free
Friday, February 6, 2026
No events on this day.
Saturday, February 7, 2026
No events on this day.