Acton Memorial Library

Register for the Zoom link here. Author Elyse Graham will discuss her new book, Book and Dagger: How Scholars and Librarians Became the Unlikely Spies of World War II, the true untold story of the academics who became OSS spies, invented modern spycraft, and helped turn the tide of the war to defeat the Nazis. RECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. This program is in partner with the The Tewksbury Public Library

This 90-minute class for complete beginners meets twice a week from January to April. You will learn basic English speaking skills to talk about yourself, daily routines, food, clothing, and more. This is part two, a continuation of the fall Beginner English class. The class is free, but registration is required. Sign up to receive information about the Acton class on the English At Large here. You will receive an email in January with the class schedule and the registration form.

Register Here 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 for all levels and beginner friendly.

Register for the Zoom link here. Author Christina Hillsberg will discuss her new bestselling book, Agents of Change: The Women Who Transformed the CIA. Explore the pioneering women who changed the insulated world of international espionage — from the barrier-crashing challenges of the 1960s to the present-day reckoning — told through the eyes of a former intelligence operative herself. RECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. This program is in partner with the Tewksbury Public Library

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.

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

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.

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. 

Lunar New Year Celebration - Silk Road Zodiac Art & Leather Workshop Children under 10 are welcome, but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Each family participating together, sharing one materials kit counts as one registration. Sign up here.