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SUMMARY:Acton Sustainability Office: Landlord Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:The Town of Acton Sustainability Office invites you to a Landlord Luncheon to discuss how you can increase energy efficiency and save money. Here are the details: \nWhat: Landlord Luncheon (free lunch!) \nWhen: Thursday\, April 9\, 2026\, 11:30am to 1:00pm (RSVP by Monday\, March 30) \nWhere: True West Brewery\, Acton\, MA \nRegister: bit.ly/landlordlunch \nAt the Landlord Luncheon\, a panel including representatives from utilities and large-building energy efficiency experts will present solutions and programs that can help cut both energy use and costs. After the brief panel\, you will have an opportunity to ask the panelists questions.  \nPlease register for the event using this link: bit.ly/landlordlunch. Registering also helps us to know what\, and how much\, food to order. We hope to see you there!  If you are unable to attend and want to learn more about making your building more energy efficient please submit a request for a FREE volunteer clean energy coach at: ActonEnergyCoach.com.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-sustainability-office-landlord-luncheon/
LOCATION:True West Brewery\, 525 Massachusetts Ave\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Sustainability Office":MAILTO:sustainability@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T163000
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SUMMARY:Info session for renters: Waste less\, save more!
DESCRIPTION:Do you rent in Acton and are curious about opportunities to reduce costs or live more sustainably? Join the Acton Sustainability Office  to learn about your renter-friendly options for recycling\, transportation\, energy cost-savings\, and more! \nYou can register for the webinar here: https://bit.ly/actonrenters \nQuestions? Contact sustainability@actonma.gov \n 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/info-session-for-renters-waste-less-save-more/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Sustainability Office":MAILTO:sustainability@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T005542
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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:20260211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T005542
CREATED:20260127T172407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T172407Z
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SUMMARY:Acton Sustainability Webinars: Energy Savings\, Upgrades\, and Efficiency
DESCRIPTION:Special Incentives for Residents: Income-Eligible & Moderate Income Programs\nTues. February 3rd\, 6:30PM\nRegister: bit.ly/rezincentives\nImproving the Bottom Line:Energy Efficiency for Small Businesses\nTues. February 10th\, 4PM\nRegister: bit.ly/smallbizs\nReducing Costs for You and Your Tenants: Efficiency for Multifamily Buildings\nWed. February 11th\, 1PM\nRegister: bit.ly/propmanage\n\nHosted by the Acton Sustainability Office
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-sustainability-webinars-energy-savings-upgrades-and-efficiency/2026-02-11/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Sustainability Office":MAILTO:sustainability@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T160000
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CREATED:20260127T172407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T172407Z
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SUMMARY:Acton Sustainability Webinars: Energy Savings\, Upgrades\, and Efficiency
DESCRIPTION:Special Incentives for Residents: Income-Eligible & Moderate Income Programs\nTues. February 3rd\, 6:30PM\nRegister: bit.ly/rezincentives\nImproving the Bottom Line:Energy Efficiency for Small Businesses\nTues. February 10th\, 4PM\nRegister: bit.ly/smallbizs\nReducing Costs for You and Your Tenants: Efficiency for Multifamily Buildings\nWed. February 11th\, 1PM\nRegister: bit.ly/propmanage\n\nHosted by the Acton Sustainability Office
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-sustainability-webinars-energy-savings-upgrades-and-efficiency/2026-02-10/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Sustainability Office":MAILTO:sustainability@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T005542
CREATED:20260131T174248Z
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SUMMARY:ABSTEAM: Hackathon Showcase & Open House
DESCRIPTION:AB STEAM partnered with the Town of Acton Conservation and Sustainability Office\, with grant support from the Integral Charitable Foundation\, to engage Acton-Boxborough middle and high school students in developing innovative solutions to local flooding challenges. The project focuses on flooding affecting Acton conservation lands\, roads\, and culverts. \nHere is your chance to see what AB students have come up with at the Hackathon presentations\, which begin at 5:30 pm. \nLight refreshments will be served. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/absteam-hackathon-showcase-open-house/
LOCATION:Danny’s Place\, 543 Mass Ave.\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Sustainability Office":MAILTO:sustainability@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T183000
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CREATED:20260127T172407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T172407Z
UID:10003526-1770143400-1770147000@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton Sustainability Webinars: Energy Savings\, Upgrades\, and Efficiency
DESCRIPTION:Special Incentives for Residents: Income-Eligible & Moderate Income Programs\nTues. February 3rd\, 6:30PM\nRegister: bit.ly/rezincentives\nImproving the Bottom Line:Energy Efficiency for Small Businesses\nTues. February 10th\, 4PM\nRegister: bit.ly/smallbizs\nReducing Costs for You and Your Tenants: Efficiency for Multifamily Buildings\nWed. February 11th\, 1PM\nRegister: bit.ly/propmanage\n\nHosted by the Acton Sustainability Office
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-sustainability-webinars-energy-savings-upgrades-and-efficiency/2026-02-03/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Sustainability Office":MAILTO:sustainability@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T130000
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CREATED:20260127T171625Z
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UID:10003525-1769688000-1769691600@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Winter Heating: Energy Crash Course
DESCRIPTION:Want to save money on your energy bills? \nLearn how to: \n\nGet a no-cost home energy assessment\nAccess incentives and rebates\nMonitor your energy bills\nAvoid scams from 3rd-party suppliers.\n\nPresented by a Mass Save specialist and the Acton Sustainability Office. \nRegister for this online event at bit.ly/encrashcourse. \n 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/winter-heating-energy-crash-course/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Sustainability Office":MAILTO:sustainability@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T123000
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CREATED:20260117T154235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T154235Z
UID:10003507-1768993200-1768998600@www.actonexchange.org
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:20251202T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T171500
DTSTAMP:20260420T005542
CREATED:20251201T221013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T203741Z
UID:10003292-1764691200-1764695700@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Winter Heating & Energy Efficiency Crash Course
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to keep your home warm and your energy bills low this winter. Talk to Mass Save\, enjoy some snacks\, and bring your bills. \nThe Town of Acton Sustainability Office\, in partnership with Mass Save\, will be hosting an Energy Efficiency and Winter Heating crash Course at the Acton Senior Center. \nThis presentation will provide insight into the energy and cost-saving resources available to Acton residents—both owners and renters—including no-cost energy assessments\, rebates on energy-saving devices and energy-efficient appliances\, incentivized and no-cost weatherization upgrades\, and more!  \nIf you are interested in attending this free presentation\, please register here: https://bit.ly/cozy468
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/winter-heating-energy-efficiency-crash-course/
LOCATION:Acton Senior Center\, 30 Sudbury Road Rear\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Sustainability Office":MAILTO:sustainability@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T005542
CREATED:20251017T175245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T175245Z
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SUMMARY:Acton Pumpkin Smash!
DESCRIPTION:The Pumpkin Smash is BACK! 💥🎃 \nDon’t toss your jack-o’-lanterns—SMASH them! Join us on Saturday\, Nov 8 at the NARA lower parking lot for some smashing fun! Bring your leftover pumpkins and help us turn them into compost\, not landfill waste. \nFor more information\, see actonma.gov/sustainability or contact sustainability@actonma.gov.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-pumpkin-smash/
LOCATION:NARA Park Bath House Pavilion\, 25 Ledge Rock Way\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Sustainability Office":MAILTO:sustainability@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T180000
DTSTAMP:20260420T005542
CREATED:20250819T215125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T215125Z
UID:10002558-1756227600-1756231200@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Zero Waste? The story of our trash
DESCRIPTION:Does Acton have a zero-waste goal? Where does our trash end up? \nJoin Lauren West\, Environmental Analyst for the Acton Sustainability Office\, as she outlines what happens to waste here in Acton. \nMunchies/beverages will be served in low-waste style!! Sponsored by EnergizeActon.org. Best to park at Town Hall. For more information and to register\, go to https://community.massenergize.org/ActonMA/events/2015.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/zero-waste-the-story-of-our-trash/
LOCATION:The Red House\, 468 Main Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Sustainability Office":MAILTO:sustainability@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T005542
CREATED:20250902T160412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T160412Z
UID:10002557-1755687600-1755694800@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Red House Pocket Park Launch
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating the launch of the new Climate Resilient Pocket Park located right next to Town Hall! Come explore the space\, participate in fun activities\, enjoy free snacks\, and see some live animals! Learn how you can improve climate resilience at home from the examples and educational resources on the property.\n\nParking available at Town Hall (472 Main St.\, Acton\, MA). Please click here to RSVP
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/red-house-pocket-park-launch/
LOCATION:The Red House\, 468 Main Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Sustainability Office":MAILTO:sustainability@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T005542
CREATED:20250806T144221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T144221Z
UID:10002552-1755277200-1755284400@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Energy Eco-Night with Acton Sustainability
DESCRIPTION:Energy Eco-Night is a celebration of Acton’s efforts to make energy efficiency accessible to all residents— regardless of renter status\, income\, or housing type.  \nOur goal is to share local and regional energy-efficiency and cost-saving resources with the public\, while also giving residents the opportunity to ask questions and connect directly with representatives from the Sustainability Office\, Mass Save\, Energize Acton\, and more!  \nThere will be free pizza\, raffle prizes\, speakers\, and a free wildlife presentation for kids and families from 5-7PM. \nPlease RSVP here so we can make sure there’s enough pizza! \n 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/energy-eco-night-with-acton-sustainability/
LOCATION:NARA Park\, 25 Ledge Rock Way\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Sustainability Office":MAILTO:sustainability@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T005542
CREATED:20250526T144333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T144333Z
UID:10002229-1749808800-1749812400@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Bike Share Launch Event
DESCRIPTION:Please join Acton and nearby towns (Concord\, Maynard\, and Lincoln) for the launch of this summer’s Minuteman Bike Share. \nTry out the new bikes for free\, enter giveaways\, and meet local businesses and organizations along the trails! \nThe Minuteman Regional Bike Share offers a low-cost option for accessible recreation along local rail trails\, alternative transportation to MBTA commuter stations\, and a fun activity for locals and visitors looking to explore the area on wheels! \n 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/bike-share-launch-event/
LOCATION:East Acton Village Green\, 129 Concord Road\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Sustainability Office":MAILTO:sustainability@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T005542
CREATED:20250423T162827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T163616Z
UID:10002139-1745503200-1745514000@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton Earth Week: Build a Birdhouse for Teens
DESCRIPTION:Help us usher in the Spring by building birdhouses for the town. Birdhouses built during this event will be painted the following week and then installed in areas around the library in order to provide homes for native songbirds. Earn volunteer hours for the event! \nReasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request. Please reach out to library@actonma.gov and include a description of the accommodation you will need\, including as much detail as you can and include a way we can contact you if we need more information \nThis program is made possible through partnership with the Acton Sustainability Office. \nSign up here!
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-earth-week-build-a-birdhouse-for-teens/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library\, 486 Main St.\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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