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SUMMARY:Library: Virtual - JOB SEARCH HELP -- Beware Of Job Scams
DESCRIPTION:Sign up for the Zoom link on the program page on our website here! \nThese days there are so many ‘fake’ jobs being sent to job seekers that aren’t real. But they seem like it. Learn some of the tell tale signs and how you can best protect yourself from them.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-virtual-job-search-help-beware-of-job-scams/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:Green Acton monthly meeting
DESCRIPTION:Green Acton works to protect and enhance Acton’s natural environment and resources for present and future generations\, and to help resolve the urgent environmental issues that transcend Acton’s boundaries.  The group meets monthly (except for August) on the second Tuesday of the month\, usually by zoom but occasionally in person.  To learn more about Green Acton’s mission\, accomplishments\, and ongoing work\, visit https://greenacton.org/ \nTo get the agenda and zoom link for the upcoming monthly meeting\, email info@greenacton.org \nIn addition to the all-topics monthly meeting\, the individual committees hold more specialized meetings;  topical committees are Biodiversity\, Energy\, Materials (e.g plastics\, toxics\, recycling)\, Land Use (e.g. zoning)\, and Water.  To find the dates for committee meetings visit the Green Acton Upcoming Events page at: https://greenacton.org/calendar/
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/green-acton-monthly-meeting/2026-05-12/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Green Acton":MAILTO:info@greenacton.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T103000
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DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T232930Z
UID:10004048-1778322600-1778326200@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Library: Virtual - Ticks & Tick-Borne Threats
DESCRIPTION:Sign up for the Zoom link here! \nExplore the biology of ticks and the growing threat of tick-borne diseases.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-virtual-ticks-tick-borne-threats/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20260407T154636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T154636Z
UID:10003954-1777489200-1777492800@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:EnergizeActon: Why Climate Goals Matter
DESCRIPTION:As the state legislature considers cutting back on clean energy incentives\, do climate goals still matter? Is a renewable future too challenging and\, as some claim\, too expensive? Join Amanda Barker of the Green Energy Consumers Alliance as she looks at Massachusetts climate goals\, where we stand at reaching targets (looking at heating and cooling goals in particular)\, and why renewable energy is not only doable but necessary for a reliable\, independent\, healthy energy future. \nRegister for Zoom link at: https://energizeacton.org/event/why-climate-goals-matter/
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/energizeacton-why-climate-goals-matter/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20260407T154235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T154235Z
UID:10003953-1776884400-1776888000@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Energize Acton: Heat Pumps 101
DESCRIPTION:Bob Zogg\, co-founder of the HeatSmart Alliance\, and Kit Wu\, of the Laminar Collective\, share their great knowledge of home heat pumps and pricing. Find out about air source and ground source heat pumps for improved heating/cooling energy efficiency\, air quality\, home comfort\, and low emissions. Plus\, learn about significant Mass Save incentives. \nRegister for Zoom link at: https://energizeacton.org/event/heat-pumps-101/ \n 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/energize-acton-heat-pumps-101/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20251229T193918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T193918Z
UID:10003348-1776367800-1776369600@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Library: Virtual – Inclusive and Diverse Book Recs with Bookstagrammer @sometimesleelynnreads
DESCRIPTION:Sign up here for the Zoom link! \nLooking for the best books with BIPOC/LGBTQ+/Neurodivergent/Disabled etc. characters or by representative authors but not sure what to read next? Join bookstagrammer\, Leelynn Brady (aka @sometimesleelynnreads)\, quarterly for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations – any genre as well as YA and Middle Grade books\, as long as they are by diverse authors or have inclusive storylines! We’re sure you’ll find something to like from Leelyn’s many enthusiastic reviews. \nThis program is in partnership with the Ashland Public Library.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-virtual-inclusive-and-diverse-book-recs-with-bookstagrammer-sometimesleelynnreads/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20260413T192539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T192539Z
UID:10004042-1776364200-1776375000@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Public Forum for Articles 6 & 7: Town Hall HVAC and DPW Building Design
DESCRIPTION:In preparation for Town Meeting on May 4\, there will be a public forum on Article 6 (Authorize Borrowing for Town Hall HVAC and Emergency Power Replacement Project) and Article 7 (Authorize Borrowing for Design of a New Public Works Facility\nat 14 Forest Road). \nIn person at Town Hall\, Room 204 or remote: \nFrom a computer\, use the link to join the public meeting: https://link.edgepilot.com/s/520a2595/6TQId7lfY0eHZfCu0Dq1ag?u=https://actonma.zoom.us/s/86920329549 \nFrom a telephone\, dial (646) 876-9923 and enter Webinar ID: 869-2032-9549. Telephone users may dial *9 to request to speak.   Computer and app users may use the “raise hand” feature to request to speak.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/public-forum-for-articles-6-7-town-hall-hvac-and-dpw-building-design/
LOCATION:Acton Town Hall\, Room 204\, 472 Main Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T204500
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20250209T155517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T185228Z
UID:10001188-1776193200-1776199500@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Green Acton monthly meeting
DESCRIPTION:Green Acton works to protect and enhance Acton’s natural environment and resources for present and future generations\, and to help resolve the urgent environmental issues that transcend Acton’s boundaries.  The group meets monthly (except for August) on the second Tuesday of the month\, usually by zoom but occasionally in person.  To learn more about Green Acton’s mission\, accomplishments\, and ongoing work\, visit https://greenacton.org/ \nTo get the agenda and zoom link for the upcoming monthly meeting\, email info@greenacton.org \nIn addition to the all-topics monthly meeting\, the individual committees hold more specialized meetings;  topical committees are Biodiversity\, Energy\, Materials (e.g plastics\, toxics\, recycling)\, Land Use (e.g. zoning)\, and Water.  To find the dates for committee meetings visit the Green Acton Upcoming Events page at: https://greenacton.org/calendar/
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/green-acton-monthly-meeting/2026-04-14/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Green Acton":MAILTO:info@greenacton.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20260323T232054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T232116Z
UID:10003751-1775653200-1775656800@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Library: Virtual - Get the Most Out of Social Security with Mary Beth Franklin
DESCRIPTION:Register for the Zoom link here! \nDeciding when and how to claim your maximum Social Security benefits is one of the most important decisions one can make before retirement. Join Mary Beth Franklin\, one of the true experts in the field\, for a deep dive on Social Security\, including strategies for deciding when to claim benefits and considerations of your overall retirement plan. \n\nThis program is in partner with the Cary Library.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-virtual-get-the-most-out-of-social-security-with-mary-beth-franklin/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20260323T231955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T024848Z
UID:10003750-1775588400-1775592000@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Library: Virtual - The Asteroid Hunter: A Scientist’s Journey to the Dawn of Our Solar System
DESCRIPTION:Sign up for the Zoom link here! \nIn his new memoir\, The Asteroid Hunter: A Scientist’s Journey to the Dawn of Our Solar System\, planetary scientist Dr. Dante Lauretta\, principal investigator of NASA’s OSIRIS-REx mission\, pulls back the curtain on the daring\, high-stakes effort to rendezvous with Bennu and return a sample to Earth. \nThis program is in partner with the Cary Library
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-virtual-the-asteroid-hunter-a-scientists-journey-to-the-dawn-of-our-solar-system/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T173000
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20260323T130516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T130516Z
UID:10003760-1774542600-1774546200@www.actonexchange.org
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:20260325T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T201500
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20260321T160215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T160302Z
UID:10003756-1774465200-1774469700@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Biosphere Book Club: Abundance by Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson
DESCRIPTION:Of all the books that Energize Acton volunteers display at community events\, this book–Abundance\, by Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson–has generated the most enthusiasm and interest. \nThe blurb that went out with the book calls it a “once-in-a-generation\, paradigm-shifting call to renew a politics of plenty\, face up to the failures of liberal governance\, and abandon the chosen scarcities that have deformed American life.”  Katherine Sypher\, of NPR\, writes\, “The woes of the world can be paralyzing. It was refreshing\, therefore\, to be called to action by Abundance. Well-known journalists and podcast hosts Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson argue that\, yes\, we really can build and invent our way to the better future that we want and need.” \nJoin the folks at Energize Acton on Zoom to discuss Abundance. \nRegister here for Zoom link.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/biosphere-book-club-abundance-by-ezra-klein-and-derek-thompson/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20260319T133511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T133511Z
UID:10003733-1774188000-1774195200@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:LWV of Concord-Carlisle: Challenges facing the free press; who safeguards the truth?
DESCRIPTION:The League of Woman Voters of Concord-Carlisle present a discussion with Danielle Allen\, Harvard professor of political philosophy and democracy scholar\, and Scot Lehigh\, longtime political columnist at The Boston Globe\,  about the challenges facing a free press today. Together\, they will explore how journalism\, public trust\, and democratic institutions are evolving in an era of polarization\, misinformation\, and political pressure. \nJoin the discussion via Zoom.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/lwv-of-concord-carlisle-challenges-facing-the-free-press-who-safeguards-the-truth/
LOCATION:Concord Free Public Library\, 129 Main Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742
ORGANIZER;CN="League of Women Voters":MAILTO:steering-lwv-actonarea@googlegroups.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20251229T193918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T193918Z
UID:10003479-1773948600-1773950400@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Library: Virtual – Inclusive and Diverse Book Recs with Bookstagrammer @sometimesleelynnreads
DESCRIPTION:Sign up here for the Zoom link! \nLooking for the best books with BIPOC/LGBTQ+/Neurodivergent/Disabled etc. characters or by representative authors but not sure what to read next? Join bookstagrammer\, Leelynn Brady (aka @sometimesleelynnreads)\, quarterly for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations – any genre as well as YA and Middle Grade books\, as long as they are by diverse authors or have inclusive storylines! We’re sure you’ll find something to like from Leelyn’s many enthusiastic reviews. \nThis program is in partnership with the Ashland Public Library.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-virtual-inclusive-and-diverse-book-recs-with-bookstagrammer-sometimesleelynnreads/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20260301T132632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T132632Z
UID:10003707-1773946800-1773950400@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:LWV: Making Town Meeting Accessible to All (Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:The Acton Area League of Women Voters (LWV) is  proud to announce our second Marge Kennedy Social Justice Initiative event. It focuses on ways to improve barriers to people being able to come to Town Meeting. \nYou will walk away equipped with the knowledge and tools to help increase participation which will strengthen your community’s democratic process. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the change. \nRegister for the Zoom link at Barriers to participation in TM webinar.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/lwv-making-town-meeting-accessible-to-all-zoom/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="League of Women Voters":MAILTO:steering-lwv-actonarea@googlegroups.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T190500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20260316T184640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T184640Z
UID:10003723-1773774300-1773781200@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton Planning Board Public Hearing
DESCRIPTION:An Acton Planning Board Public Hearing will be held on 03/17/2026 at 7:05 PM at Acton Town Hall\, Room 204 & virtually via zoom (https://zoom.us/j/96275905703) to discuss the following proposed zoning bylaw change: \n(1) creation of a Nagog Park Innovation Overlay District; and \n(2) amendments to the Accessory Dwelling Unit bylaw. To view the proposed zoning bylaw\nchanges: https://doc.actonma.gov/dsweb/View/Collection-19970 or contact\nplanning@actonma.gov.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-planning-board-public-hearing/
LOCATION:Acton Town Hall\, Room 204\, 472 Main Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Planning Board":MAILTO:planning@actonma.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T095500
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20260131T175725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T200927Z
UID:10003549-1773306000-1773309300@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton Council on Aging Invites You to Words Galore via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Val Walker’s winter session of Words Galore will meet for four weeks via Zoom for fun and lively word play and brain twisters—a logophile’s paradise! Learn new words\, explore the history of old words and delve into the origins of words. Enjoy limericks\, riddles\, famous quotes\, puns\, and fascinating trivia about trendy words. Play guessing games with the dictionary and words-within-word games. Contact the COA at seniorcenter@actonma.gov to receive the Zoom link. Val Walker\, MS\, is an educator\, blogger and author. She offers her wordplay and poetry classes at many Senior Centers and enjoys sparking our wits and encouraging lighthearted banter—and fun! \nOpen to all age 60+/free \nPreregistration required. Please call 978-929-6652 to register.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-council-on-aging-invites-you-to-words-galore-via-zoom/2026-03-12/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Council on Aging":MAILTO:seniorcenter@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20250119T142429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T230529Z
UID:10001635-1773255600-1773261000@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton Exchange All-Hands Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Acton Exchange team holds monthly meetings that are open to our active volunteers and anyone who might want to become a volunteer. If you have an Acton connection and want to contribute to independent community journalism in our town\, it is likely that the AE has a role for you\, whatever your skill sets and interests might be. Each meeting begins with an opportunity to learn what has been going on at the Acton Exchange\, followed by an opportunity to improve our journalism skills. Meetings are either  hybrid (in-person or zoom) or zoom-only.   For this month’s venue and topic\, email info@actonexchange.org. \nUse this link to join by Zoom:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/86431644688?pwd=RXNReWE5N2Rzdkc1QjUzQnF5d0NKdz09\nThe password\, if needed\, is newspaper.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-exchange-all-hands-meeting/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:ActonTV offices\, 16a Craig Road\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Exchange":MAILTO:info@actonexchange.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T103000
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20260207T155921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T155939Z
UID:10003645-1773221400-1773225000@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Library: Virtual - JOB SEARCH HELP — AMA (Ask Me Anything) with Resume & LinkedIn Coach Virginia Franco
DESCRIPTION:Virginia Franco\, founder of Virginia Franco Resumes\, will hold an AMA (“Ask Me Anything”) for job seekers. She welcomes any questions about resumes and LinkedIn writing. \nSign up for the Zoom link here.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-virtual-job-search-help-ama-ask-me-anything-with-resume-linkedin-coach-virginia-franco/
LOCATION:Zoom
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T204500
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20250209T155517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T185228Z
UID:10001187-1773169200-1773175500@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Green Acton monthly meeting
DESCRIPTION:Green Acton works to protect and enhance Acton’s natural environment and resources for present and future generations\, and to help resolve the urgent environmental issues that transcend Acton’s boundaries.  The group meets monthly (except for August) on the second Tuesday of the month\, usually by zoom but occasionally in person.  To learn more about Green Acton’s mission\, accomplishments\, and ongoing work\, visit https://greenacton.org/ \nTo get the agenda and zoom link for the upcoming monthly meeting\, email info@greenacton.org \nIn addition to the all-topics monthly meeting\, the individual committees hold more specialized meetings;  topical committees are Biodiversity\, Energy\, Materials (e.g plastics\, toxics\, recycling)\, Land Use (e.g. zoning)\, and Water.  To find the dates for committee meetings visit the Green Acton Upcoming Events page at: https://greenacton.org/calendar/
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/green-acton-monthly-meeting/2026-03-10/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Green Acton":MAILTO:info@greenacton.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T193000
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20251219T150545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T150545Z
UID:10003320-1772820000-1772825400@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Community Focus Groups: Help shape a healthier and more connected Acton
DESCRIPTION:The Town of Acton wants to hear people’s stories\, ideas\, and hopes for making our community stronger and fair for everyone. These small group talks are part of a big project to learn what people need and to help everyone feel healthy\, included\, and supported. \nFor any questions or accessibility accommodations\, send an email to actonforproaction@3×3.co. \nSee a list of the available focus groups and register here: \ntinyurl.com/2sjvdu7b \nAll focus groups are online – Zoom link sent after registration. \nSign Up Today! \nEach session lasts from 60 to 90 minutes and centers on a particular perspective\, but all Town of Acton community members are welcome at any session. Everyone who lives or works in Acton is welcome to join and share their perspective!
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/community-focus-groups-help-shape-a-healthier-and-more-connected-acton/2026-03-06/
LOCATION:Zoom
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T095500
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20260131T175725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T200927Z
UID:10003548-1772701200-1772704500@www.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton Council on Aging Invites You to Words Galore via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Val Walker’s winter session of Words Galore will meet for four weeks via Zoom for fun and lively word play and brain twisters—a logophile’s paradise! Learn new words\, explore the history of old words and delve into the origins of words. Enjoy limericks\, riddles\, famous quotes\, puns\, and fascinating trivia about trendy words. Play guessing games with the dictionary and words-within-word games. Contact the COA at seniorcenter@actonma.gov to receive the Zoom link. Val Walker\, MS\, is an educator\, blogger and author. She offers her wordplay and poetry classes at many Senior Centers and enjoys sparking our wits and encouraging lighthearted banter—and fun! \nOpen to all age 60+/free \nPreregistration required. Please call 978-929-6652 to register.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-council-on-aging-invites-you-to-words-galore-via-zoom/2026-03-05/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Council on Aging":MAILTO:seniorcenter@actonma.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T153000
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20260206T212854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T213123Z
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SUMMARY:LWV presents: Restoring the Promise: Immigration policy and the path forward
DESCRIPTION:Join the League of Women Voters – Acton Area for the first event made possible by the newly launched Marge Kennedy Social Justice Initiative Fund. \nRestoring the Promise: Immigration policy and the path forward with immigration attorney Antonio Massa Viana. \nLive at Acton Town Hall or on Zoom.  Register for a Zoom link.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/lwv-presents-restoring-the-promise-immigration-policy-and-the-path-forward/
LOCATION:Acton Town Hall\, 472 Main St\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="League of Women Voters":MAILTO:steering-lwv-actonarea@googlegroups.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T095500
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20260131T175725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T200927Z
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SUMMARY:Acton Council on Aging Invites You to Words Galore via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Val Walker’s winter session of Words Galore will meet for four weeks via Zoom for fun and lively word play and brain twisters—a logophile’s paradise! Learn new words\, explore the history of old words and delve into the origins of words. Enjoy limericks\, riddles\, famous quotes\, puns\, and fascinating trivia about trendy words. Play guessing games with the dictionary and words-within-word games. Contact the COA at seniorcenter@actonma.gov to receive the Zoom link. Val Walker\, MS\, is an educator\, blogger and author. She offers her wordplay and poetry classes at many Senior Centers and enjoys sparking our wits and encouraging lighthearted banter—and fun! \nOpen to all age 60+/free \nPreregistration required. Please call 978-929-6652 to register.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-council-on-aging-invites-you-to-words-galore-via-zoom/2026-02-26/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Council on Aging":MAILTO:seniorcenter@actonma.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20260207T153458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T153458Z
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SUMMARY:Library: Virtual - Burglary At The Louvre -- How Can Writers Top This?
DESCRIPTION:The world is fascinated by the recent jewel robbery at the Louvre\, and so are the Curators of Crime\, mystery authors Connie Berry\, Lane Stone\, Nina Wachsman\, and M. A. Monnin. In this presentation\, the Curators of Crime will examine the public’s fascination with the recent burglary of Napoleonic jewels at the Louvre and discuss how as authors they have used the same elements in their books. \nRegister for the Zoom link here.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-virtual-burglary-at-the-louvre-how-can-writers-top-this/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20260207T132011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T132011Z
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SUMMARY:Library: Virtual - (how to avoid) "Death in Glacier National Park" with Author Randi Minetor
DESCRIPTION:We love chatting with Randi Minetor! Join us to discuss the 10th anniversary (and rerelease) of her book\, “Death in Glacier National Park: Stories of Accidents and Foolhardiness in the Crown of the Continent”. \nSign up here for the Zoom link!
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-virtual-how-to-avoid-death-in-glacier-national-park-with-author-randi-minetor/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20251229T193918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T193918Z
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SUMMARY:Library: Virtual – Inclusive and Diverse Book Recs with Bookstagrammer @sometimesleelynnreads
DESCRIPTION:Sign up here for the Zoom link! \nLooking for the best books with BIPOC/LGBTQ+/Neurodivergent/Disabled etc. characters or by representative authors but not sure what to read next? Join bookstagrammer\, Leelynn Brady (aka @sometimesleelynnreads)\, quarterly for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations – any genre as well as YA and Middle Grade books\, as long as they are by diverse authors or have inclusive storylines! We’re sure you’ll find something to like from Leelyn’s many enthusiastic reviews. \nThis program is in partnership with the Ashland Public Library.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-virtual-inclusive-and-diverse-book-recs-with-bookstagrammer-sometimesleelynnreads/2026-02-19/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T095500
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20260131T175725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T200927Z
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SUMMARY:Acton Council on Aging Invites You to Words Galore via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Val Walker’s winter session of Words Galore will meet for four weeks via Zoom for fun and lively word play and brain twisters—a logophile’s paradise! Learn new words\, explore the history of old words and delve into the origins of words. Enjoy limericks\, riddles\, famous quotes\, puns\, and fascinating trivia about trendy words. Play guessing games with the dictionary and words-within-word games. Contact the COA at seniorcenter@actonma.gov to receive the Zoom link. Val Walker\, MS\, is an educator\, blogger and author. She offers her wordplay and poetry classes at many Senior Centers and enjoys sparking our wits and encouraging lighthearted banter—and fun! \nOpen to all age 60+/free \nPreregistration required. Please call 978-929-6652 to register.
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/acton-council-on-aging-invites-you-to-words-galore-via-zoom/2026-02-19/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Council on Aging":MAILTO:seniorcenter@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20260207T125547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T125547Z
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SUMMARY:Library: Virtual - Sally Snowman\, the last USCG Keeper of Boston Light and Husband Jay Thomson
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSign up here. 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/library-virtual-sally-snowman-the-last-uscg-keeper-of-boston-light-and-husband-jay-thomson/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T163254
CREATED:20260127T164218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T164237Z
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SUMMARY:First Connections: Threenagers presentation
DESCRIPTION:Ellie Springer\, M.Ed.\, will present a live webinar through First Connections in Acton about “Threenagers.”  \nAround age 2 1/2-3\, children’s behavior becomes newly challenging and parents may wonder\, “Who is this child?” Three year olds begin to fiercely assert their independence\, while at other times cling to adults and want help with tasks they have been able to do on their own for months. They can have BIG emotions that change all the time\, shifting from gleeful to devastated to furious within minutes.  \nIf you have a child in this stage\, or about to enter it\, join us to learn what is typical at this stage\, how to support your child through it\, and how to make life a little smoother for your family. To receive the Zoom link for this program\, email Linda at lmatthews@jri.org.   \nThis free program is funded by the Mass. Dept. of Early Education and Care. \n 
URL:https://www.actonexchange.org/event/first-connections-threenagers-presentation/
LOCATION:Zoom
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