Acton Town Hall, Room 204

Invasive plants range from a minor nuisance to a dire threat to endangered species and entire forests.  How to tell the difference?  And what are the best ways to identify and remove the plants that can do the greatest harm? This presentation by Lisey Good will help gardeners identify common invasive plants in Massachusetts and will teach them how to deal with the very worst offenders.  She includes new techniques developed abroad-- and even some "passive” methods that use native plants to fight the battle. Lisey Good is the founder of Massachusetts-based environmental group Wild Cohasset, which works to support

In the aftermath of the Battles of Lexington and Concord in 1775, numerous civilians found themselves trapped within Boston, encircled by the newly formed Massachusetts Grand Army. The constant fear of an American assault, coupled with outbreaks of disease and the erosion of civil liberties under martial rule fostered an atmosphere of desperation. The experiences of those trapped behind enemy lines unveil another dimension of the Revolution: the quiet endurance of ordinary men, women, and children who faced hunger, fear, and hardship in their struggle to survive.  Author and Historian Alexander Cain will explain this difficult period on history. Remote Participation:

The Town of Acton has engaged a traffic engineering consulting firm to study feasible Complete Streets accommodations for the Stow Street corridor from the Stow town line to the Martin Street/ Stow Street/ Liberty Street intersection, including the Jones Field Playground. The purpose of this meeting is to gather public feedback on travel conditions for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians through the corridor. All feedback and input regarding the public’s experience living and working along the corridor will be recorded and used to inform the design concepts. Engineers will be available to answer questions.

Join this engaging presentation to learn about black bear biology and behavior and get tips on how communities can take proactive steps to prevent conflict with bears. The program will be presented by Meghan Crawford, Community Engagement Biologist at the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MassWildlife). Hosted by Acton Conservation, Littleton Conservation, Westford Conservation, and the Littleton Conservation Trust. A hybrid attendance option via zoom is also available. To attend in person, please register at Co-existing with black bears in Massachusetts. Zoom link: https://bit.ly/BlackBearsinMA

Farmer Elizabeth, founder of Fat Moon Farm in Westford will share her mycological expertise with us. In this program, we will learn more about this fascinating food and the important role it plays in our diet, our environment, and the economy.   Elizabeth Almeida grew up on a cattle farm in Ohio, where her family grew, canned, and preserved their own food. She combines this traditional farming foundation with scientific practices learned in food science research labs to supply exceptional organic mushrooms to New England chefs and community for over 10 years. Her dedication to food justice and sustainable agriculture

In 2023, Professor Bob Allison inaugurated the Acton 250 Lectures Series with an account of the Boston Tea Party of 1773 and the pivotal events that sparked the American Revolution. He returned to explain the critical changes occurring in the year 1774 when the Crown’s response solidified the colonial opposition.  We are thrilled to have Bob for his third visit to discuss the events after the start of the Revolution. Professor Allison is renowned for his expertise in American colonial history, and the political, social, and economic factors that converged in the 18th century, leading to Massachusetts’ significant role in

A call to rethink our relationship with forests. The Trees Are Speaking: Dispatches from the Salmon Forests, with Lynda Mapes of the Seattle Times. This work focuses on the critical role of forests everywhere, but especially on both coasts of the US, and the role of indigenous voices in advocating for ecosystem integrity. Lynda will be speaking in Acton on Sept. 25 ! In person or online. To register or for more information: https://www.energizeacton.org/events/2011. Save the date for this Book Talk, sponsored by Energize Acton, Acton Conservation Trust, the Acton Garden Club, and the Silver Unicorn Bookstore.  

Mass Department of Transportation (MassDOT) will hold an information meeting about changes to the Route 2 and Route 111 intersection at Piper and Taylor Road. MassDOT will discuss proposed new traffic signals, turning lanes, pavement markings and signs as well as bicycle and pedestrian accommodations. View the Public Notice

Are you a business here in town? Are you thinking of starting a business?  Please join us for a special networking brunch featuring three guest speakers.  Click here to see the complete flyer and/or to register.  Registration is required.

State Senator Jamie Eldridge invites you to attend an informative presentation on energy costs featuring Carrie Katan, the Massachusetts Policy Advocate for the Green Energy Consumers Alliance. Topics include: How gas and electric rates are set Why energy costs have gone up in recent years How energy costs may change in the years ahead How people can respond Questions? Email Sen. Eldridge's Environmental Policy Advisor at Meghan.Cerino@masenate.gov.

The Water Resources Advisory Committee (WRAC) invites you to hear a brief presentation about Acton’s stormwater management program, and a review of the funding mechanisms that could be used to maintain and improve Acton's stormwater infrastructure.  Following the presentation there will be a Question and Answer session, as well as interactive exhibits that will solicit your thoughts on stormwater management and the identified funding mechanisms. Information about the status of the stormwater system and funding options can be found in this summary.   For more information contact wrac@acton-ma.gov