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Week of Events
Sunday, February 8, 2026
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February 8, 2026 -Boxborough Museum open house
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February 8, 2026 -Community Focus Groups: Help shape a healthier and more connected Acton
Boxborough Museum open house
The Boxborough Museum at 575 Middle Road is open on second Sundays from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Come see Boxborough’s historic treasures including the 1850’s scale which is sensitive enough to weigh a penny and strong enough to calibrate a 50 pound weight, the “new” hearse built in 1881, and the “old” hearse (come and see how old is old). Admission is free and all are welcome. For more information or to arrange a private tour for a small group, please contact John Fallon through the Boxborough Historical Society.
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Community Focus Groups: Help shape a healthier and more connected Acton
The Town of Acton wants to hear people's stories, ideas, and hopes for making our community stronger and fair for everyone. These small group talks are part of a big project to learn what people need and to help everyone feel healthy, included, and supported. For any questions or accessibility accommodations, send an email to actonforproaction@3x3.co. See a list of the available focus groups and register here: tinyurl.com/2sjvdu7b All focus groups are online - Zoom link sent after registration. Sign Up Today! Each session lasts from 60 to 90 minutes and centers on a particular perspective, but all Town of
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Monday, February 9, 2026
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February 9, 2026 -Library: Gentle Yoga with Revolution Yoga
Library: Gentle Yoga with Revolution Yoga
Sign up here for Gentle Yoga with Jenny from Acton's Revolution Community Yoga Experience harmony and balance through this mindful practice designed to reduce stress, release tension and promote relaxation. Emphasis on self-awareness, breath, and honoring the body. This class is all levels and beginner friendly.
Free
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
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February 10, 2026 -Acton Senior Center Presents: Introduction to the Alexander Technique with Hannah Greene
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February 10, 2026 -Library: Yarn & Needle Club
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February 10, 2026 -Housing Legal Clinics
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February 10, 2026 -Acton Sustainability Webinars: Energy Savings, Upgrades, and Efficiency
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February 10, 2026 -Green Acton monthly meeting
Acton Senior Center Presents: Introduction to the Alexander Technique with Hannah Greene
Balancing on two feet is a beautifully complex process! As life unfolds, many of us experience changes in how we balance and stabilize ourselves. In this interactive workshop, we will explore tools from the Alexander Technique, a scientifically supported mind-body awareness practice. Come learn how fine-tuning your sensory awareness, redistributing muscular effort, and cooperating with your system’s innate design can help you stand, walk, and move with more ease. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle. Acton resident Hannah Greene is a Certified Alexander Technique teacher, parent, musician, and writer. Open to all age 60+/free
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Library: Yarn & Needle Club
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.
Housing Legal Clinics
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.
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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
Green Acton monthly meeting
Green Acton works to protect and enhance Acton’s natural environment and resources for present and future generations, and to help resolve the urgent environmental issues that transcend Acton’s boundaries. The group meets monthly (except for August) on the second Tuesday of the month, usually by zoom but occasionally in person. To learn more about Green Acton's mission, accomplishments, and ongoing work, visit https://greenacton.org/ To get the agenda and zoom link for the upcoming monthly meeting, email info@greenacton.org In addition to the all-topics monthly meeting, the individual committees hold more specialized meetings; topical committees are Biodiversity, Energy, Materials (e.g plastics, toxics,
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
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February 11, 2026 -Acton Sustainability Webinars: Energy Savings, Upgrades, and Efficiency
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February 11, 2026 -Library: Tech Help at West Acton Citizens’ Library
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February 11, 2026 -Acton Council on Aging Invites You to Mindfulness Meditation via Zoom
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February 11, 2026 -Library: West Acton Citizens’ Library Book Discussion Group
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February 11, 2026 -Acton Community Supper – February
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February 11, 2026 -Hidden History of Black Boston with AB alum Joel Mackall
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February 11, 2026 -Acton Exchange All-Hands Meeting
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
Library: Tech Help at West Acton Citizens’ Library
Sign up for a 15-minute 1:1 tech help session. Please bring your device and any questions you might have! Registration is required! 1:30pm Slot 1:45pm Slot 2:00pm Slot 2:15pm Slot
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Acton Council on Aging Invites You to Mindfulness Meditation via Zoom
In this four-week program, delivered via Zoom, we will explore both sitting meditation and mindful movement practices. The movement patterns are gentle and can be easily adapted for those with limited mobility. How are sitting and movement practices different, and how are they the same? How can they help us develop mindfulness skills, be present, and reduce stress? Each week, we will practice together and have ample time to discuss our experience. This class is suitable for beginners as well as anyone wishing to practice in community or to deepen or re-establish their practice. Please plan to attend all four
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Library: West Acton Citizens’ Library Book Discussion Group
Sign up here 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! This month's book is: Transcendent Kingdom by Yaa Gyasi
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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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Hidden History of Black Boston with AB alum Joel Mackall
Join us to learn Boston's 400-year African-American history! We will delve into the rich narratives of neighborhoods and pivotal sites, events, and figures from the eras of Faneuil Hall and Long Wharf, which marked Boston's connection to the Atlantic world, all the way to the vibrant Black communities that flourished in Beacon Hill in the early republic, and the South End and Roxbury in the early 20th century. Our presentation is built on engagement and responsiveness - moving at a pace that allows for in-depth exploration and encourages participant interaction. We cover themes of Black organization and community formation across
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Acton Exchange All-Hands Meeting
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
Thursday, February 12, 2026
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February 12, 2026 -Acton Council on Aging Invites You to: McManus Manor Senior Housing Lottery Information Session
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February 12, 2026 -Acton Council on Aging Presents: Reminiscing Round Table: Famous US Landmarks with Dawn Gomez
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February 12, 2026 -Library: RMV – Real ID Info Session
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February 12, 2026 -First Connections: Threenagers presentation
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February 12, 2026 -Library: Virtual – Sally Snowman, the last USCG Keeper of Boston Light and Husband Jay Thomson
Acton Council on Aging Invites You to: McManus Manor Senior Housing Lottery Information Session
Come learn more about a new affordable housing opportunity for older adults in Acton! The Acton Housing Authority’s McManus Manor Project consists of 41 units in a building pod style connected by a central spine with comfortable lounge spaces for residents throughout. The unit mix is 39 one-bedroom units and 2 two-bedroom units. This information session will detail the lottery process and is offered by the Chelmsford Housing Authority, the monitoring agent for the upcoming project lottery. Applications will be available. Open to all age 60+/free
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Acton Council on Aging Presents: Reminiscing Round Table: Famous US Landmarks with Dawn Gomez
Buckle up and come join the fun as we take a journey to some famous landmarks in the United States. See how many you have been to and recall past adventures or learn about others that you never got to experience first-hand. Each landmark, whether natural or manmade, contributes to our country’s history and culture. We’ll start with some clues to pinpoint our destination and then delve into the background of each stop of our travels. Crisscrossing around the country, we’ll explore some of the biggest tourist destinations our 50 states have to offer, each revealing a different chapter of the American story. Dawn Gomez,
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Library: RMV – Real ID Info Session
Sign up here. Planning on Traveling soon? Attend this Information session on the new federal and state requirements concerning driver’s license and ID card renewals with Michele Ellicks, the Community Outreach Coordinator for the Registry of Motor Vehicles.
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First Connections: Threenagers presentation
Ellie Springer, M.Ed., will present a live webinar through First Connections in Acton about "Threenagers." Around age 2 1/2-3, children's behavior becomes newly challenging and parents may wonder, "Who is this child?" Three year olds begin to fiercely assert their independence, while at other times cling to adults and want help with tasks they have been able to do on their own for months. They can have BIG emotions that change all the time, shifting from gleeful to devastated to furious within minutes. If you have a child in this stage, or about to enter it, join us to learn
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Library: Virtual – Sally Snowman, the last USCG Keeper of Boston Light and Husband Jay Thomson
The first established Light Station in colonial America situated on Little Brewster Island at the entrance to Boston Harbor continues as an active Coast Guard maintained aid-to-navigation, today. However, its notoriety in the maritime community as the “the last manned Coast Guard Light Station” in the country has come to closure with the retirement of Sally Snowman, its 70th keeper. A power-point presentation provide photos of Boston Light’s 307 years of history and few photo anecdotes of Sally’s experiences as a 21st Century Keeper. Sign up here.
Free
Friday, February 13, 2026
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February 13, 2026 -Carlisle Potluck and Contradance
Carlisle Potluck and Contradance
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
$6 – $10
Saturday, February 14, 2026
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