Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor)

Great Decisions is America's largest discussion program on world affairs. The program model involves reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book and meeting in a Discussion Group to discuss the most critical global issues facing America today. This months topic will be on South Africa, Mike DeMoor. A short article is available from the Great Decisions briefing book. Please read it ahead of the meeting. It is available in the library. The meeting will be led by Dr. Michael de Moor, MD. Mike grew up in South Africa where his Father was the Consul in Johannesburg for the Netherlands government. He will share

Want to learn how to make your own clothes but don't know where to start? Join our Summer Sewing Series! Find out the difference between weights of fabric. Learn which needles work best on what fabric. And leave with the know how to find the perfect fabric for your next project. Space is limited, sign up on the program page on our website: https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/summer-sewing-series-finding-your-fabric/ Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request by emailing library@actonma.gov.

Want to learn how to make your own clothes but don't know where to start? Join our Summer Sewing Series! We're diving into sewing patterns! Learn how to read the pattern envelope, what the symbols on the pattern pieces mean, and how it all comes together! Space is limited, sign up on the program page on our website: https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/summer-sewing-series-how-to-read-a-pattern/ Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request by emailing library@actonma.gov.

In these programs you will hear interpretations of Irish traditional songs and music from the British Isles, Acadian/French Canadian music, music of our Jewish communities, and songs from Africa, Central Asia, and the Far East. I feel the music is a representation of ourselves and the ever-changing population that calls our towns and cities home. Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request by emailing library@actonma.gov.  

Ready to learn more about your family history? Let’s discuss the basic forms and tenets of genealogical research. We’ll also review types of repositories, websites, and educational opportunities for your journey through personal history.

Want to learn how to make your own clothes but don't know where to start? Join our Summer Sewing Series! We're starting off with an Introduction to Sewing Machines! You'll learn the basics of how a machine works and the steps to sewing your very own Corner Bookmark!! Sewing machines are limited, so if possible, please bring your own!! Space is limited, sign up on the program page on our website: https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/summer-sewing-series/  Reasonable 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

This program explores various methods for financing higher education, including scholarships, grants, student loans, and work-study opportunities. It aims to help students and families make informed decisions by comparing the benefits and drawbacks of each option. Whether you're just starting to plan or already in school, this presentation will break things down in a way that's easy to understand.

Great Decisions is America's largest discussion program on world affairs. The program model involves reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book and meeting in a Discussion Group to discuss the most critical global issues facing America today. This months topic will be on U.S. Foreign Policy @ 100 Days. A short article is available from the Great Decisions briefing book. Please read it ahead of the meeting. It is available in the library.