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SUMMARY:Library: Lunar New Year Celebration - Silk Road Zodiac Art & Leather Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Lunar New Year Celebration – Silk Road Zodiac Art & Leather Workshop \nChildren under 10 are welcome\, but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. \nEach family participating together\, sharing one materials kit counts as one registration. \nSign up here.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-lunar-new-year-celebration-silk-road-zodiac-art-leather-workshop/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor)\, 486 Main Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T140000
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SUMMARY:The Acton Council on Aging Invites You to: Solar\, Heat Pumps\, and Electric Bills\, Oh My!
DESCRIPTION:Join the Acton Sustainability Office to learn how to lower your short and long-term energy costs by investing in energy efficiency and clean energy. Explore different avenues for home energy system upgrades such as heat pumps and solar\, learn about available incentives\, and get a few easy tips on how to reduce your fossil fuel use with electric supply options like Acton Power Choice. We will also discuss how to protect yourself from common energy scams and ensure you’re paying the lowest cost for your electricity. Feel free to bring your bills and come with questions! Of course\, snacks will be provided. \nRegister here: https://forms.gle/g1gDypgKq3Uggoaw9 or with the Council on Aging. Questions? Email Sustainability@actonma.gov \nOpen to all/free
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/the-acton-council-on-aging-invites-you-to-solar-heat-pumps-and-electric-bills-oh-my/
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:20260217T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T085407
CREATED:20260207T124224Z
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SUMMARY:Acton Congregational Church: Mardi Gras pancake supper
DESCRIPTION: Bring the whole family for a fun and festive evening on February 17th from 5:30–7:30pm! Enjoy a free\, family-friendly event filled with games\, crafts\, music\, and more.\n\nEveryone is welcome\, and there’s something for all ages. We’d love for you to join us!\n\nFor more information and to RSVP\, please visit https://www.actonc.org/post/mardi-gras-pancake-supper\n\nPlease RSVP to let us know you’re coming.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-congregational-church-mardi-gras-pancake-supper/
LOCATION:Acton Congregational Church\, 12 Concord Road\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Congregational Church":MAILTO:office@actonc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T085407
CREATED:20251229T194016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T194016Z
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SUMMARY:Library: AML Book Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Acton Memorial Library Book Discussion Group. Check this link to see this month’s and upcoming month’s books: \nhttps://www.actonmemoriallibrary.org/kids-teens-and-adults/just-for-adults/book-groups/ \nReasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request by emailing library@actonma.gov.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-aml-book-discussion-group/2026-02-17/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor)\, 486 Main Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T085407
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SUMMARY:Acton Council on Aging Invites You to Our Golden Rainbow & Friends Social Hour
DESCRIPTION:People in the LGBTQ+ community and friends/allies are warmly welcome to this social hour facilitated by Rainbow Coordinator Rosie Latto. This month’s topic is projected to be a presentation of Boston’s queer history. Refreshments served. Please reach out to Chris Chirokas at the COA with any questions: cchirokas@actonma.gov or 978-929-6652. \nOpen to all age 60+/free
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-council-on-aging-invites-you-to-our-golden-rainbow-friends-social-hour/
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:20260218T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T085407
CREATED:20260207T125909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T125909Z
UID:10003611-1771423200-1771426800@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Library: Teaching Tech @ West – Google Sheets
DESCRIPTION:This month’s topic: Google Sheets \nNo experience necessary—just bring your questions and curiosity! \nPlease bring your smartphone\, tablet\, or laptop if you have one. If you don’t have a laptop\, one can be supplied for you. \nSign up here.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-teaching-tech-west-google-sheets/
LOCATION:West Acton Citizens’ Library\, 21 Windsor Avenue\, Acton\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="West Acton Citizens' Library":MAILTO:WACL@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T153000
DTSTAMP:20260408T085407
CREATED:20260131T173534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T132439Z
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SUMMARY:Acton Council on Aging Invites You to Mindfulness Meditation via Zoom
DESCRIPTION: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? \nEach 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 classes. \nHeidrun Dickson trained as a mindfulness teacher at Brown University. She is a Qualified Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Teacher and loves sharing her learnings with others.  \nOpen to all age 60+/free \nPreregistration required. Please call 978-929-6652 to register.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-council-on-aging-invites-you-to-mindfulness-meditation-via-zoom/2026-02-18/
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:20260218T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T173000
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SUMMARY:Acton Community Supper - February
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFebruary 2026 Menu \nFebruary 4      Ukrainian Chicken and Buttered Noodles\nSponsored by Acton Boxborough Regional Islamic Center \nFebruary 11     Chicken Casserole and Heart Shaped Biscuits  – Our Valentines Day\nSponsored by Friends of Mt Calvary Community Supper \nFebruary 18    Ash Wednesday – Fish Sticks with Mac n’ Cheese Casserole   \nSponsored by Friends of Mike Tobia \nFebruary 25    Braised Pork Chops and Mashed Potatoes\nSponsored by The Boxborough Minutemen \n** Please note that the meals we serve may contain gluten\, nuts\, seeds\, or dairy. \nDinner is served 4:30pm – 5:30pm Doors 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. \nAs we have been experiencing much snow and cold weather\, please\, take care to safely keep warm. Check on your neighbor\, too\, as they may need help. Looking forward to seeing you all for laughter and friendship. \nRemember\, if the schools are closed due to snow\, there will be no Supper. \nhttp://www.mtcalvaryacton.org/Community-Supper \nhttp://www.facebook.com/CommunitySupperofActonMA
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-community-supper-february/2026-02-18/
LOCATION:Mt Cavalry Lutheran Church\, 472 Massachusetts Ave.\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T085407
CREATED:20260207T125959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T125959Z
UID:10003612-1771437600-1771441200@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Library: Teaching Tech @ AML - Google Sheets
DESCRIPTION:This month’s topic: Google Sheets \nNo experience necessary—just bring your questions and curiosity! \nPlease bring your smartphone\, tablet\, or laptop if you have one. If you don’t have a laptop\, one can be supplied for you. \nSign up here. 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-teaching-tech-aml-google-sheets/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library Conference Room (2nd floor)\, 486 Main Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T085407
CREATED:20260128T015721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T015721Z
UID:10003535-1771437600-1771444800@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton Republicans Caucus
DESCRIPTION:The Acton Republican Town Committee (RTC) invites you to their Caucus to elect delegates to the Republican State Convention\, on February 18\, 2026. The meeting will start at 6:00 pm at the Acton Memorial Library\, 486 Main St\, Acton MA. Any Actonian Republican as of December 31st\, 2025 is eligible to be nominated as a delegate. If you are interested in being a delegate please attend the Acton RTC Caucus on February 18\, 2026 at the library or contact Dave at 781-775-9922 or email davelunger@pm.me. \n  \nIf you cannot attend the Caucus\, but would like to be a delegate\, you must make your intentions known to a committee member in advance\, so we can nominate you. Otherwise\, please attend the meeting.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-republicans-caucus/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library\, 486 Main St.\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T095500
DTSTAMP:20260408T085408
CREATED:20260131T175725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T200927Z
UID:10003546-1771491600-1771494900@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton Council on Aging Invites You to Words Galore via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Val Walker’s winter session of Words Galore will meet for four weeks via Zoom for fun and lively word play and brain twisters—a logophile’s paradise! Learn new words\, explore the history of old words and delve into the origins of words. Enjoy limericks\, riddles\, famous quotes\, puns\, and fascinating trivia about trendy words. Play guessing games with the dictionary and words-within-word games. Contact the COA at seniorcenter@actonma.gov to receive the Zoom link. Val Walker\, MS\, is an educator\, blogger and author. She offers her wordplay and poetry classes at many Senior Centers and enjoys sparking our wits and encouraging lighthearted banter—and fun! \nOpen to all age 60+/free \nPreregistration required. Please call 978-929-6652 to register.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-council-on-aging-invites-you-to-words-galore-via-zoom/2026-02-19/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Council on Aging":MAILTO:seniorcenter@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T085408
CREATED:20260207T130220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T130220Z
UID:10003613-1771511400-1771516800@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Library: Lunar New Year Watercolor Workshop
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, local artist\, Hongbing Tang\, will teach you how to make your own watercolor painting to celebrate the Year of the Horse! Supplies will be provided and registration is required. Suitable for ages 10 and up. \nSign up here. 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-lunar-new-year-watercolor-workshop/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor)\, 486 Main Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T194500
DTSTAMP:20260408T085408
CREATED:20260207T131118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T131118Z
UID:10003614-1771523100-1771530300@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Library: Movie Night - Hidden Figures
DESCRIPTION:Hidden Figures (2016)\, starring Taraji P. Henson\, Olivia Spencer\, and Janelle Monáe. \nAll Ages \nMovie Starts at 5:45pm  \nRunning time: 2h 7m \nMPAA rating: PG \nSign up here.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-movie-night-hidden-figures/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor)\, 486 Main Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T085408
CREATED:20251229T193918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T193918Z
UID:10003478-1771529400-1771531200@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Library: Virtual – Inclusive and Diverse Book Recs with Bookstagrammer @sometimesleelynnreads
DESCRIPTION:Sign up here for the Zoom link! \nLooking for the best books with BIPOC/LGBTQ+/Neurodivergent/Disabled etc. characters or by representative authors but not sure what to read next? Join bookstagrammer\, Leelynn Brady (aka @sometimesleelynnreads)\, quarterly for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations – any genre as well as YA and Middle Grade books\, as long as they are by diverse authors or have inclusive storylines! We’re sure you’ll find something to like from Leelyn’s many enthusiastic reviews. \nThis program is in partnership with the Ashland Public Library.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-virtual-inclusive-and-diverse-book-recs-with-bookstagrammer-sometimesleelynnreads/2026-02-19/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T085408
CREATED:20260207T131526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T011304Z
UID:10003615-1771529400-1771531200@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Library: Virtual - Inclusive and Diverse Book Recs with Bookstagrammer @sometimesleelynnreads
DESCRIPTION:Looking for the best books with BIPOC/LGBTQ+/Neurodivergent/Disabled etc. characters or by representative authors but not sure what to read next? Join bookstagrammer\, Leelynn Brady (aka @sometimesleelynnreads)\, monthly for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations – any genre as well as YA and Middle Grade books\, as long as they are by diverse authors or have inclusive story lines! We’re sure you’ll find something to like from Leelyn’s many enthusiastic reviews. \nSign up here for the Zoom link!
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-virtual-inclusive-and-diverse-book-recs-with-bookstagrammer-sometimesleelynnreads-2/2026-02-19/
LOCATION:Provided after registration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T085408
CREATED:20250213T150040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T182746Z
UID:10001384-1771668000-1771678800@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton DPW polystyrene (styrofoam) collection
DESCRIPTION:On the third Saturday of every month (except June\, which is 2nd Saturday)\, you can recycle your clean styrofoam containers. \nFor details about the 2025 schedule\, and what you can recycle\, see https://actonma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/10278/Polystyrene-collection-days-and-guide-2025. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-dpw-polystyrene-styrofoam-collection-days/2026-02-21/
LOCATION:DPW\, 14 Forest Rd\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T085408
CREATED:20260207T131636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T131636Z
UID:10003627-1771671600-1771678800@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Library: Sewing and Embroidery Club @ AML
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re a seasoned stitcher or a complete beginner\, come learn new techniques\, share ideas\, and enjoy crafting in community. \nThis month’s craft will be:  Felt Toy Horse \nSign up here. 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-sewing-and-embroidery-club-aml-5/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor)\, 486 Main Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T085408
CREATED:20260207T131749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T131749Z
UID:10003628-1771682400-1771686000@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Library: Winter Concert Series - Piano Recital
DESCRIPTION:An afternoon of music with Liana Paniyeva. \nHailed by the New York Concert Review as “a wonderful pianist”\, and one with “tender regard for the music\, a captivating inwardness” by Fanfare Magazine\, Liana Paniyeva has won prizes in numerous competitions internationally and has performed at festivals in Norway\, Hungary\, Austria\, Canada\, England\, Italy\, Syria\, South Africa\, Spain and Israel. Her recitals have taken her to Carnegie Hall\, Worcester’s Mechanics Hall\, the Myra Hess Concert Series in Chicago\, Merkin Hall in NYC to note highlights. \nSign up here. 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-winter-concert-series-piano-recital/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library\, 486 Main St.\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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