The Acton Exchange

AB Farmer's Market
2026-07-05 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Elm Street Playground, Elm Street, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Come visit the Farmer’s Market for fresh food, art, music, and community tables! The 2026 season runs from Sunday June 14 to Sunday October 11. There’s always something fun at the Farmer’s Market!

Library: Line Dancing Social Hour
2026-07-06 18:30 - 19:30 | Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor), 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
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This is not a structured lesson, just an opportunity to dance socially with others.

Library: Tech Help at West Acton Citizens' Library
2026-07-08 13:30 - 14:30 | West Acton Citizens’ Library, 21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, 01720
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Sign up for a 15-minute 1:1 tech help session. Please bring your device and any questions you might have. Registration is required.

Library: Evening Movie - Wicked Sing Along!
2026-07-08 17:15 - 19:45 | Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor), 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Join us for this free afternoon showing of: Wicked
Singing along is allowed!
Arrive early, the movie starts at 5:15pm
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Acton Exchange All-Hands Meeting
2026-07-08 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.
Use this link to join by Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86431644688?pwd=[REDACTED]
The password, if needed, is newspaper.

Library: Financial Fraud and Scams Targeting Seniors with CFA Boston Society
2026-07-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor), 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Learn some of the financial fraud and scams that are targeting seniors today with members of the CFA Boston Society, most of whom are Chartered Financial Analysts.
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Discovery Museum: 2nd Annual Nature Play Festival
2026-07-10 10:00 - 16:00 | Discovery Museum, 177 Main St., Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Discovery Museum will host a Nature Play Festival on Friday, July 10, 2026, 10:00am to 4:00pm, with free admission for all. The Museum will also be open with free admission from 4:00pm to 8:00pm for Summer Friday Night Free.
At Nature Play Festival visitors can explore and learn outdoors throughout the campus and inside, with immersive nature-based activities including Invasive Plant Papermaking, Mud Kitchen, Bug Hunts, Treehouse Yoga, and more. Hands-on activities will be offered in the giant, wheels-accessible treehouse and Discovery Woods nature playscape, and visitors can take a guided Nature Walk on the Great Hill Conservation Land that abuts the campus. The fun will continue indoors with exhibit galleries exploring the properties of air, water, light and color, sound, math, building, making and tinkering, and more.
Local organizations will be on site with activities and information for kids and families, including: Farrington Nature Linc, 350 Mass MetroWest, Boston Area Gleaners, Lowell Parks and Conservation Trust, Acton Memorial Library, Kids Naturally, Rockland Trust, Natick Community Organic Farm, First Connections, Zhu Family Center for Global Cancer Prevention, Daisy Hill Farm, Owl Eyes Wilderness Survival, The Nature Connection, TimberNook Middlesex County, and the Town of Acton Sustainability Office.
There will be food, games, and fun as we connect with nature and appreciate the wonderful planet we all call home. State and local officials will be on hand to celebrate with the community. The Bees and Thank You and the Chicken on the Road food trucks will be onsite during the festival with food for purchase.

Free admission for all. Rain or shine. More information at https://www.discoveryacton.org/visit/nature-play-festival-2026-free

Library: Afternoon Movie - Wicked: For Good Sing Along!
2026-07-10 11:30 - 13:30 | Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor), 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Get out of the heat and join us for this free afternoon showing of: Wicked: For Good
Singing along is allowed!
Arrive early, the movie starts at 11:30 a.m.
Sign up here!

NARA: Animals - Maroon 5 Tribute
2026-07-10 20:00 - 22:30 | NARA Park Amphitheater, 71 Quarry Road, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Get ready for an unforgettable evening as Animals, a sensational Maroon 5 tribute band, takes the stage at NARA Park on Friday, July 10, at 8 p.m. This exciting event promises to deliver all the chart-topping hits and energetic performances that Maroon 5 fans love, making it a must-see for music enthusiasts of all ages. Join fellow fans for a night filled with great music, vibrant atmosphere, and the chance to celebrate the iconic sounds of one of pop music’s biggest bands.
Parking at NARA Park is free, but don’t count on finding a spot right next to the entrance—those are reserved for the early birds! Carpooling or is encouraged to minimize congestion. Parking will be located in the upper parking lots and overflow parking on the fields: 75 Quarry Road, Acton.
FAQ
Can I get tickets at the gate?
Tickets may be purchased at the gate by credit card only, no cash sales. Save time and buy online.
What time do the gates open for the concert?
The gates at NARA Park will open one hour before the concert starts, allowing attendees to find their seats and enjoy the atmosphere.
Are there age restrictions for the event?
This event is family-friendly and welcomes attendees of all ages. However, children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Children under the age of 12 are admitted for free with paying adult.
Will there be food and beverages available at the venue?
Yes, NARA Park will have various food and beverage vendors on-site for concertgoers to enjoy during the event.
What should I do if I have special accessibility needs?
NARA Park is committed to ensuring accessibility for all guests. If you have special needs, please contact the Acton Parks and Recreation Department in advance for assistance and accommodations.
All events are subject to change is necessary. End time is an approximate.

Library: Gallery Artist Series - Throughlines by Kat Desy
2026-07-11 11:00 - 12:30 | Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor), 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Join our next artist in our gallary artist talk series Kat Desy on their show “Throughlines” which will be on display in the AML Meeting Room in July and August.
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