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SUMMARY:Acton Senior Center Presents: Introduction to the Alexander Technique with Hannah Greene
DESCRIPTION: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. \nOpen to all age 60+/free
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-senior-center-presents-introduction-to-the-alexander-technique-with-hannah-greene/
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:20260128T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
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SUMMARY:Technology Assistance Clinic
DESCRIPTION:All seniors are welcome to participate in this drop-in Technology Clinic whenever the need arises.  Bring your technology questions\, problems\, and issues related to your computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nIf possible\, bring the problem hardware (phone\, iPad\, computer) with you to the session.  Several regular attendees are willing to share their experiences\, and work with you\, one-on-one\, to address technology issues\, from Windows system difficulties\, email setups/usage\, networking issues\, upgrades\, and assistance with “how do I” frustrations. \nMAC and Chrome/Android users are welcome.  If you are unable to attend in person and would like to talk with a Clinic member via Zoom or phone\, please contact the COA and we will forward your information to a Clinic member. \nOpen to all/60 + free
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/technology-assistance-clinic/
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:20260121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20260116T212335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T212335Z
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SUMMARY:Flu and COVID catch-up clinic
DESCRIPTION:D9d you forget to get your flu shot this fall? It’s not too late! \nThe Acton Nursing Service and Council on Aging are hosting a flu and COVID-19 clinic\, with the help of the West Acton Pharmacy. \n\nFlu vaccines are available  for individuals ages 9+\nCOVID-19 vaccines  are available for individuals ages 12+\n\nTo register for a flu or COVID vaccine\, fill out the Vaccine Consent Form. \nViruses don’t care about your status;  if you have any questions about eligibility or problems with the online form\, phone the Acton Nursing Service at 978-929-6650. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/flu-and-covid-catch-up-clinic/
LOCATION:Acton Senior Center\, 30 Sudbury Road Rear\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Nursing Service":MAILTO:nursing@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T123000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20260117T154235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T154235Z
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SUMMARY:Visit with Sophia Darsch from Acton’s Sustainability Office
DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions about home energy updates; Mass Save incentives & rebates; heat pumps\, weatherization\, and energy-saving devices; cost-savings\, and energy bills? \nStop by the Senior Center for drop-in office hours with Sophia from the town of Acton Sustainability Office. \nBring your questions\, your utility bills or just come to learn more about your energy- and cost-saving options. All are welcome! If you have any questions\, please contact sdarsch@acton-ma.gov. \nOpen to all.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/visit-with-sophia-darsch-from-actons-sustainability-office/
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:20260120T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T133000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20260117T154405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T154405Z
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SUMMARY:Acton Songsters Concert of Songs by The Beatles
DESCRIPTION:The Acton Songsters\, the Senior Center’s singing group of folks age 60+\, led by Dr. Ed Knights\, will perform some of The Beatles most beloved songs. You are welcome to sing along! New members are always welcome to join the Songsters group! If you’re attending the luncheon beforehand\, make sure to sign up for that with the Council on Aging. \nOpen to all. \n 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-songsters-concert-of-songs-by-the-beatles/
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:20251218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20251129T125411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T125411Z
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SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents: The Hapsburgs: Royal Family of Europe with Historian and Archaeologist Paolo Di Gregorio
DESCRIPTION:The Hapsburgs were one of the most significant European royal families. At the height of their power\, the Hapsburg dominions stretched across the globe from South America\, through Europe\, to the Philippines. Yet despite this extended realm\, and the vast wealth and power that accompanied it\, the family suffered tragedy\, illness and\, eventually\, collapse. This illustrated lecture will examine the long\, tangled story of this royal family. Paolo Di Gregorio is a historian\, archaeologist and educator. He is a Visiting Lecturer in the History Department at Bridgewater State University\, and his passion for telling stories of our past is always appreciated by Acton’s older adults!
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-the-hapsburgs-royal-family-of-europe-with-historian-and-archaeologist-paolo-di-gregorio/
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:20251217T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T153000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20251129T125508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T125508Z
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SUMMARY:Acton COA Invites You to Holiday Line Dancing with Paul
DESCRIPTION:Our line dancing instructor Paul Hughes is offering a special holiday line dancing class! No experience or partner necessary. Wear something festive to celebrate the season! Paul will teach the steps to dance to Silver Bells\, Christmas Wishes\, Mr. Santa\, Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer\, Stretchy Pants\, Christmas Cookies\, Let It Snow\, Winter Wonderland\, Jingle Bells\, and Bringing in a Brand New Year. \nOpen to all age 60+ /free
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-invites-you-to-holiday-line-dancing-with-paul/
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:20251216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20251129T125748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T125748Z
UID:10003277-1765890000-1765893600@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents: Holiday Music Performance by New England Musician Matt York
DESCRIPTION:Longtime New England musician Matt York will be performing a selection of music with a holiday theme. The songs will run the gamut from those that have been around for hundreds of years to more modern Christmas and holiday classics. Singing along is encouraged! Matt’s program combines guitar/vocal performance and interesting stories about the origins of the songs. Matt York was twice been nominated for the Boston Music Award for Best Country Artist and his album Gently Used was named one of the top albums by Worcester Magazine. His programs on the songs of Willie Nelson and Johnny Cash at the Senior Center were big hits! \nOpen to out-of-towners 60+ for $5 \n 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-holiday-music-performance-by-new-england-musician-matt-york/
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:20251211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20251129T125637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T125637Z
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SUMMARY:Acton COA: Holiday Music Presentation with Music Historian John Clark
DESCRIPTION:Get into the spirit of the season with this presentation featuring classic holiday songs from the 50s and 60s! You’ll hear the stories behind It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas by Broadway composer Meredith Willson (of Music Man fame) and country star Willie Nelson’s Pretty Paper. Did you know that songwriter Johnny Marks had written three big hits during these years? Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree (Brenda Lee)\, A Holly Jolly Christmas (Burl Ives) and Run Rudolph Run (Chuck Berry)? And in the 1950s there were novelty songs galore like The Chipmunk Song\, I’m Getting’ Nuttin’ for Christmas and I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus (which was used for a Saks Fifth Avenue advertising campaign). You’ll also see performance clips for This Time of the Year (Brook Benton)\, There’s No Place Like Home for the Holidays (Perry Como)\, The Most Wonderful Time of the Year (Andy Williams) and Feliz Navidad (Jose Feliciano). \nOpen to out-of-towners 60+ for $5
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-holiday-music-presentation-with-music-historian-john-clark/
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:20251210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T151500
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20251129T125827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T125827Z
UID:10003278-1765375200-1765379700@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents Deep Ocean Life with Harvard University Professor Peter Girguis
DESCRIPTION:Eighty percent of our planet’s habitable living space is in the deep sea\, the ocean realm that is beyond the reach of sunlight. In this presentation Dr. Peter Girguis will take you on a trip through the deep sea\, learning about the extraordinary animals and microbes that thrive therein and about their adaptations to this environment. He will also touch upon humankind’s relationship with the ocean\, the birth of deep-sea biology and the technological innovations that first took humans into the deep\, humankind’s impact on the ocean\, and how we still have time to turn the tide. This program is possible because of the generosity of Lynne Osborn. Peter Girguis is a Professor at Harvard University. He received his B.Sc. from UCLA and his Ph.D. from the UC Santa Barbara. He has authored or co-authored over 150 publications. His honors include the 2007 and 2011 Lindbergh Foundation Award for Science & Sustainability\, the 2018 Lowell Thomas Award for groundbreaking advances in Marine Technology\, the 2020 Petra Shattuck Award for Distinguished Teaching\, and the 2024 Captain Don Walsh Award for Ocean Science and Exploration.  \n Open to all age 60+/free \n 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-deep-ocean-life-with-harvard-university-professor-peter-girguis/
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:20251210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20251129T125315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T125315Z
UID:10003273-1765375200-1765378800@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton COA: Golden Rainbow & Friends Social Hour: Winter Wonderland Party
DESCRIPTION:Open to all LGBTQ people age 60+ & allies/free \nJoin Rainbow Coordinator Rosie Latto for a Winter Wonderland Party! There will be a hot cocoa bar\, cookie decorating\, holiday bingo\, and conversation. People in the LGBTQ+ community and allies are warmly welcome. Please RSVP to the Council on Aging at 978-929-6652 or to Chris Chirokas at the same number or cchirokas@actonma.gov.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-golden-rainbow-friends-social-hour-winter-wonderland-party/
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:20251209T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T114500
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20251129T125920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T125920Z
UID:10003279-1765278000-1765280700@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents: Truth About Seed Oils: Facts\, Myths & Smart Use
DESCRIPTION:Join Minuteman Senior Services nutrition intern Zahraa Pyriadi\, a student at University of Massachusetts-Lowell\, for a quick\, evidence-based look at what seed oils are\, what the science says\, and how to use them smartly. \nOpen to all age 60+/free
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-truth-about-seed-oils-facts-myths-smart-use/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20251103T164207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T164207Z
UID:10003227-1764770400-1764774000@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents: When Life (and the Holidays) Feel Overwhelming: Simple Skills for Challenging Days
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Jennifer Staples\, Clinical Psychologist and co-founder of guts nonprofit\, to learn practical tools to cope with overwhelming moments. The holiday season can feel especially lonely and challenging; this session will help you find more peace\, calm\, and acceptance. You’ll leave with science-backed strategies you can use immediately and a take-home handout. guts makes mental health tools accessible\, actionable\, and relatable—because it takes guts to talk about mental health! \nOpen to all age 60+/free \n 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-when-life-and-the-holidays-feel-overwhelming-simple-skills-for-challenging-days/
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:20251203T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T153000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20251103T165752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T170424Z
UID:10003241-1764748800-1764775800@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents: Holiday Decoration Free Shop!
DESCRIPTION:Are you just starting over and need holiday decor? Do you need a little help with decorating your tree? \nCome to the Senior Center to pick up what you need to make the holidays cheery and bright for you and your family! \nWe will open our doors for folks of all ages so you can take what you can use Tuesday\, December 2nd\, 2:00-5:30 pm\, and Wednesday the 3rd from 8:00 am- 3:30 pm.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-holiday-decoration-give-away/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:Acton Senior Center\, 30 Sudbury Road Rear\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Council on Aging":MAILTO:seniorcenter@actonma.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20251103T165752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T170424Z
UID:10003240-1764684000-1764696600@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents: Holiday Decoration Free Shop!
DESCRIPTION:Are you just starting over and need holiday decor? Do you need a little help with decorating your tree? \nCome to the Senior Center to pick up what you need to make the holidays cheery and bright for you and your family! \nWe will open our doors for folks of all ages so you can take what you can use Tuesday\, December 2nd\, 2:00-5:30 pm\, and Wednesday the 3rd from 8:00 am- 3:30 pm.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-holiday-decoration-give-away/2025-12-02/
LOCATION:Acton Senior Center\, 30 Sudbury Road Rear\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Council on Aging":MAILTO:seniorcenter@actonma.gov
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20251103T170050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T170050Z
UID:10003238-1764662400-1764676800@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents: Holiday Decoration Clean Out Drop Off
DESCRIPTION:Trying to downsize the amount of decorations you have but aren’t sure what to do with them? Bring them to the Senior Center! We know of many people who are starting out or starting over that would enjoy having decorations. Please bring clean decorations that are still in good condition to the Senior Center Monday\, December 1st from 8:00 am- 3:30 pm and Tuesday\, December 2nd\, 8:00-12noon. We will open our doors for folks of all ages to take what they can use Tuesday\, December 2nd\, 2:00-5:30 pm\, and Wednesday the 3rd from 8:00 am- 3:30 pm. We will not be accepting any large items (i.e. trees\, outdoor decorations) or older lights.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-holiday-decoration-clean-out-drop-off/2025-12-02/
LOCATION:Acton Senior Center\, 30 Sudbury Road Rear\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Council on Aging":MAILTO:seniorcenter@actonma.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T153000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20251103T170050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T170050Z
UID:10003235-1764576000-1764603000@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents: Holiday Decoration Clean Out Drop Off
DESCRIPTION:Trying to downsize the amount of decorations you have but aren’t sure what to do with them? Bring them to the Senior Center! We know of many people who are starting out or starting over that would enjoy having decorations. Please bring clean decorations that are still in good condition to the Senior Center Monday\, December 1st from 8:00 am- 3:30 pm and Tuesday\, December 2nd\, 8:00-12noon. We will open our doors for folks of all ages to take what they can use Tuesday\, December 2nd\, 2:00-5:30 pm\, and Wednesday the 3rd from 8:00 am- 3:30 pm. We will not be accepting any large items (i.e. trees\, outdoor decorations) or older lights.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-holiday-decoration-clean-out-drop-off/2025-12-01/
LOCATION:Acton Senior Center\, 30 Sudbury Road Rear\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Council on Aging":MAILTO:seniorcenter@actonma.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251125T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251125T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20251103T164111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T164111Z
UID:10003226-1764075600-1764079200@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents: Protect Yourself from Fraud and Identity Theft with AARP
DESCRIPTION:Each year criminals steal billions from Americans using tactics including tech support and business impersonation\, AI\, cryptocurrency\, and social media. Join Alice Diamond of the AARP Speakers Bureau for an eye-opening session where she will delve into the strategies of scammers and how you can outsmart them. Learn the essential steps to safeguard your identity and finances. Don’t miss this crucial presentation—your security could depend on it! \nAlice Diamond formerly served as Associate Dean of Career and Community Service at Lesley University. She became interested in joining efforts to combat fraud when she encountered numerous fraudulent job postings in her work. Alice volunteers on the AARP Fraud Watch Network Helpline.  \nOpen to all age 60+/free
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-protect-yourself-from-fraud-and-identity-theft-with-aarp/
LOCATION:Acton Senior Center\, 30 Sudbury Road Rear\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Council on Aging":MAILTO:seniorcenter@actonma.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20251103T161507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T161507Z
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SUMMARY:ACTON COA Invites You to our Ukulele Play Along
DESCRIPTION:New monthly series! Have you learned the basics of ukulele from Julie Stepanek’s earlier classes and are ready for more? Join Julie for a monthly play along. After a short review and Q&A\, participants will play some fun and easy songs because one learns to play the ukulele by playing the ukulele! When you sign up\, please indicate whether you will bring your own ukulele or use one provided by Julie. Group will typically meet on the third Friday each month but watch the newsletter for dates. \nSign up once at seniorcenter@actonma.gov to attend this monthly series\, but please let the Council on Aging know if you are not continuing. \nOpen to out-of-towners age 60+ for $5/month
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-invites-you-to-our-ukulele-play-along/
LOCATION:Acton Senior Center\, 30 Sudbury Road Rear\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Council on Aging":MAILTO:seniorcenter@actonma.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20251106T195510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T195510Z
UID:10003248-1763632800-1763647200@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton COA Needle Arts Fair
DESCRIPTION:Handmade crocheted and knitted items will be available\, including scarves\, shawls\, toys\, and much more. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Acton Council on Aging.  Proceeds from sales will be used to fund programs and events at the Acton Senior Center.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-needle-arts-fair/2025-11-20/
LOCATION:Acton Senior Center\, 30 Sudbury Road Rear\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Council on Aging":MAILTO:seniorcenter@actonma.gov
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20251106T195510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T195510Z
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SUMMARY:Acton COA Needle Arts Fair
DESCRIPTION:Handmade crocheted and knitted items will be available\, including scarves\, shawls\, toys\, and much more. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Acton Council on Aging.  Proceeds from sales will be used to fund programs and events at the Acton Senior Center.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-needle-arts-fair/2025-11-19/
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:20251118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20251103T160957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T160957Z
UID:10003223-1763470800-1763474400@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:ACTON COA Invites You to the Cultivating Courage Workshop via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:If you had the courage to do anything\, what would you do? Life presents frequent chances to take risks\, have adventures\, and address obstacles. From trying a new activity to asking for help to going somewhere alone for the first time to coping with a crisis\, we can empower ourselves to act. Join Dr. Miriam Rosalyn Diamond to claim your strengths\, gain inspiration from brave role models\, and identify manageable steps to expand your experience. Participate via Zoom from home or at the Senior Center with a group watching on a large screen TV. \nRegister at seniorcenter@actonma.gov or call 987-929-6652.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-invites-you-to-the-cultivating-courage-workshop-via-zoom/
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:20251113T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20251103T163935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T164707Z
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SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents a History of the Music of the Beatles and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Join music historian John Clark for a discussion of the Beatles and how their music affected other bands in the 1960’s and ’70’s. \nClark will discuss how\, by guiding the group into experimental songs using orchestration\, electronics\, and exotic instrumentation\, Beatles producer George Martin\, helped change rock music. The Beatles opened the door for other bands to include Eastern and classical elements. \nOpen to out-of-towners 60+ for $5
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/coa-presents-a-history-of-the-music-of-the-beatles-and-beyond/
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:20251112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20251103T164736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T164736Z
UID:10003228-1762952400-1762956000@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents: Author Talk with Sarah Boyer
DESCRIPTION:Join us to hear Sarah Boyer\, author of Coming Out\, Becoming Ourselves: Lesbian Stories from the Boston Daughters of Bilitis 1969–1999. \nWhile Sarah Boyer worked as oral historian at the Cambridge Historical Commission\, she was invited to interview past members of the Boston Daughters of Bilitis\, a chapter of the earliest known lesbian organization in the US. She was inspired by the extraordinary stories of “ordinary” folks\, and her book is a result of ensuring the voices of the emerging gay liberation movement be heard and their lives celebrated. Learn more about these women and the Daughters of Bilitis with Sarah! Please sign up with the COA at 978-929-6652 or directly with COA staff member Chris Chirokas at the same number or cchirokas@actonma.gov. \nOpen to all/free
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-author-talk-with-sarah-boyer/
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:20251112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20251103T164852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T164852Z
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SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents: A Greeting Card Workshop with Nancy Dodge
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop suitable for all skill levels\, you will make one to two greeting cards. You may choose from several versatile designs of holiday cards based on your experience level and make your creation unique by selecting embellishments and a sentiment. All supplies provided by instructor. Registration required. Image of sample cards available to view at Reception. Nancy Dodge is an avid crafter and a Stampin’ Up distributor. \nOpen to out-of-towners 60+ for $5  \n 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-a-greeting-card-workshop-with-nancy-dodge/
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:20251106T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20251106T194517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T194517Z
UID:10003224-1762441200-1762444800@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:ACTON COA Navigating Grief Group via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Are you experiencing grief from the death of an older loved one and finding it hard to cope with everyday life? If so\, please join us in a new grief support group that will meet once a month for one hour via Zoom to discuss ways of coping with grief. Listening to others’ experiences can help you to better understand your own experience and may provide you with new insight in more constructive ways of dealing with this stage of life. This group will be led by Julie Norstrand\, PhD\, an experienced eldercare consultant who has worked with older adults and family caregivers for many years. Please sign up with the Council on Aging at seniorcenter@actonma.gov. Funded by an Executive Office of Aging & Independence grant. \nOpen to all/free
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-navigating-grief-group-via-zoom/
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:20251106T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20251103T161726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T161726Z
UID:10003221-1762434000-1762437600@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents: The Fall of the Roman Republic: Civil War\, Discord\, and the Birth of Empire with Paolo Di Gregorio
DESCRIPTION:With the end of the Punic Wars in the second century BCE\, Rome dominated the Western Mediterranean and was poised to expand eastward. Yet the tremendous growth of Roman power caused social turmoil in Rome itself. The result was civil war\, dictatorship\, and the eventual collapse of the Roman Republic. This illustrated lecture will look at the forces that caused the transformation from Roman Republic to Roman Empire. \nOpen to out-of-towners 60+ for $5
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-the-fall-of-the-roman-republic-civil-war-discord-and-the-birth-of-empire-with-paolo-di-gregorio/
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:20251028T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T143000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20251003T220500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T220500Z
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SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents: Becoming Janet: Finding Myself in the Holocaust with Author Janet Singer Applefield
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Acton Council on Aging proudly announce that the Honoring Excellence program will host Holocaust Survivor\, Author and Public Speaker Janet Singer Applefield. Janet wrote a memoir about her experience as a Jewish child in Poland\, surviving by taking on the identity of a deceased Catholic girl and hiding in plain sight with the aid of strangers. Her father\, weighing just 110 pounds\, survived the Theresienstadt camp-ghetto and reunited with his daughter. He transcribed Janet’s recollections of her years of survival\, which served as the basis for her memoir. \nRefreshments will be served following the program. At 89 years old\, Janet continues to write\, research\, and speak about her experience as a child survivor\, teaching students about human rights\, the ever-present specter of genocide and the importance of standing up to bigotry and hate. \nOpen to all age 60+/free.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-becoming-janet-finding-myself-in-the-holocaust-with-author-janet-singer-applefield/
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:20251028T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T114500
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20251006T140654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T141204Z
UID:10002718-1761643800-1761651900@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents: Hearing Screening Appointments with Audiologist Megan Ford
DESCRIPTION:Megan Ford Au.D.\, a licensed audiologist in practice since 1998\, will provide hearing screenings\, ear wax checks\, and basic hearing aid checks. Please allow 15 minutes for your appointment. \nDr. Ford has worked at several major medical centers in Boston\, Cleveland and Worcester. In 2013 she opened her private practice\, HearSmart Audiology\, in Littleton. There has been such a high demand for Dr. Ford’s appointments\, she will now be coming to the Center monthly! \nTo sign up for a slot\, contact the Council on Aging by phone (978-929-6652) or email (seniorcenter@actonma.gov). \nActon 60+ only.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-hearing-screening-appointments-with-audiologist-megan-ford/
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:20251021T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T055245
CREATED:20251003T215907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T215907Z
UID:10002721-1761055200-1761058800@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents:  Energy Bingo with Acton’s Sustainability Office
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at the Senior Center for Energy Bingo! It’s just like regular bingo—only a bit more electric (get it?). Learn how to save money with state and local energy efficiency programs\, while enjoying a fun afternoon of bingo hosted by the Acton Sustainability Office. Topics will include the Acton Clean Energy Coaching Program\, Home Energy Assessments\, heat pumps\, renewable energy\, weatherization\, subsidized appliances\, electric vehicles\, and more! No prior knowledge is needed—just come ready to learn and have fun. Members of the Sustainability Office will be available for questions after the game until 3:30 and take-home resources will also be provided. \nAnd of course\, there will be prizes! \nOpen to all age 60+/free
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-energy-bingo-with-actons-sustainability-office/
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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