Acton Council on Aging

Join us to hear Sarah Boyer, author of Coming Out, Becoming Ourselves: Lesbian Stories from the Boston Daughters of Bilitis 1969–1999. While 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

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. Clark 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. Open to out-of-towners 60+ for $5

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. Register at seniorcenter@actonma.gov or call 987-929-6652.

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. Sign up once at seniorcenter@actonma.gov to attend this monthly series, but please let

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! Alice 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

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! Open to all age 60+/free