Acton Memorial Library
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Friday July 11 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Pre-K to 1st grade Crafting
A craft program especially for Pre-Kindergarten to 1st grade children. Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities can be made upon request by emailing library@actonma.gov. https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/pre-k-to-1st-......More
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Friday July 11 11:00am - 7:00pm EDT
Nature Play Festival at the Discovery Museum
Nature Play Festival - free! Friday, July 11, 2025, 11am to 7pm — Drop in Cost: Free! Have fun, explore, and learn outdoors and inside at the Discovery Museum’s free Nature Play Festival! Join the Acton Memorial Library and other community and local businesses who ......More
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Saturday July 12 10:00am - 11:15am EDT
Hero Kids role-playing game
Hero Kids is a role-playing game like Dungeons & Dragons, but the rules have been simplified and the violence has been toned down for children ages 6+. It has a simple combat and adventuring system which avoids the complex math of full-blown systems. The combat and a......More
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Saturday July 12 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Chess Club
Michael Sidorov, a high school student at Acton-Boxborough, will help you to improve your game in this chess workshop. You'll also have the chance to play against other students. Grades 1-6. Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities can be made upo......More
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Saturday July 12 11:30am - 11:45am EDT
Read to Samantha 11:30-11:45 slot
Practice your reading skills by reading to Samantha, a certified therapy golden retriever. One child per 15 minute slot, please. Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities can be made upon request by emailing library@actonma.gov. https://actonmem......More
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Saturday July 12 11:45am - 12:00pm EDT
Read to Samantha, 11:45-12:00pm slot
Practice your reading skills by reading to Samantha, a certified therapy golden retriever. One child per 15 minute slot, please. https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/read-to-samantha-1-45-2-00pm-slot-9/
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Saturday July 12 12:00pm - 12:15pm EDT
Read to Samantha, 12:00-12:15pm slot
Practice your reading skills by reading to Samantha, a certified therapy golden retriever. One child per 15 minute slot, please. Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities can be made upon request by emailing library@actonma.gov. https://actonme......More
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Saturday July 12 12:15pm - 12:30pm EDT
Read to Samantha, 12:15-12:30pm slot
Practice your reading skills by reading to Samantha, a certified therapy golden retriever. One child per 15 minute slot, please. https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/read-to-samantha-2-15-2-30pm-slot-9/
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Monday July 14 9:30am - 11:00am EDT
Tummy Time and Socialize
This free-flow, drop-in program offers a safe and cozy space with foam mats, developmentally appropriate toys, and books. Connect with other new parents while your little ones enjoy some quality playtime. Designed for babies who aren't yet walking, but all are welcome......More
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Monday July 14 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Crafternoon -- Sun Prints (Cyanotypes)
Come make a sun print bandana! Sun prints, also known as cyanotypes, are made with a historic photographic printing process that uses a simple chemical reaction and the sun to produce blue images. We'll gather materials from nature for our prints and then design and d......More
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Monday July 14 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Teen Finance Club
FOR TEENS!! Learn about investing at the library! Led by ABRHS Student Chirag Katragadda, you will use a free, real-time simulator to invest funds into various stocks and watch how they grow over the summer. This club will meet over four sessions, beginning on July ......More
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Tuesday July 15 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Baby/Toddler Storytime with Ms. Amy!
Join Ms. Amy and her friends for Baby/Toddler Storytime! We'll read stories, sing songs, and move around. Come ready to participate with your little one! There will be time after the program for caregivers and children to play and socialize. Registration is not requi......More
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Tuesday July 15 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
English At Large: Conversation Class
Looking to practice your English speaking skills this summer? Join a free conversation group with English At Large to build your skills and confidence speaking English in a group setting with the support of trained facilitators. Feel free to email info@englishatlarge.......More
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Tuesday July 15 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Origami Club - 4th/5th grade
Misha Kapil, a rising sixth-grader at Acton-Boxborough schools, will show you how to fold your own paper masterpieces. Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities can be made upon request by emailing library@actonma.gov. https://actonmemoriallibrar......More
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Tuesday July 15 1:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Teen Summer Reading - Escape from Pompeii 1:00 PM slot
FOR TEENS!!! Work with your team to escape from Pompeii before the volcano explodes! Teams of 2-6 can sign up for a thirty minute slot. Suitable for rising 7th through 12th graders. Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities can be made upon request by e......More
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Tuesday July 15 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Teen Summer Reading - Escape from Pompeii 1:30 PM slot
FOR TEENS!!! Work with your team to escape from Pompeii before the volcano explodes! Teams of 2-6 can sign up for a thirty minute slot. Suitable for rising 7th through 12th graders. Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities can be made upon request by e......More
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Tuesday July 15 2:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Teen Summer Reading - Escape from Pompeii 2:00 PM slot
FOR TEENS!!! Work with your team to escape from Pompeii before the volcano explodes! Teams of 2-6 can sign up for a thirty minute slot. Suitable for rising 7th through 12th graders. Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities can be made upon request by e......More
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Tuesday July 15 2:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
Teen Summer Reading - Escape from Pompeii 2:30 PM slot
FOR TEENS!!! Work with your team to escape from Pompeii before the volcano explodes! Teams of 2-6 can sign up for a thirty minute slot. Suitable for rising 7th through 12th graders. Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities can be made upon request by e......More
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Tuesday July 15 4:30pm - 6:00pm EDT
Summer Sewing Series - How to Read a Pattern
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! Reasonable ......More
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Wednesday July 16 9:30am - 10:00am EDT
Read with Ms. Rachel!
Join Ms. Rachel for a morning full of stories, singing, shakers, and scarves! Geared towards ages 3-6, but all are welcome! Registration is not required, but appreciated. Questions? Email actchildrens@minlib.net Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabi......More
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Wednesday July 16 10:15am - 11:20am EDT
Beginner English Learners
This informal meeting with instructors will help bridge gap between ending of formal classes in spring and beginning of classes in fall. https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/meeting-and-study-rooms/beginner-english-learners-7/
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Wednesday July 16 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
The Hunger Games Book Club for Teens
FOR TEENS!!! Join Teen Librarian, Chris, for a deep dive into the Hunger Games!! We'll read 2 chapters each week and talk about the nuance and foreshadowing for the rest of the book and the series beyond!! You do not have to have read the book already to join in and......More
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Wednesday July 16 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Summer STEAM--Fairy Houses
Summer STEAM Fairy Houses Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities can be made upon request by emailing library@actonma.gov. https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/summer-steam-4/
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Wednesday July 16 3:15pm - 5:15pm EDT
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Wednesday July 16 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
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Wednesday July 16 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Line Dancing
Grab your boots and get ready to kick up your heels at Line Dancing! Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just starting out, this fun and energetic program is perfect for all experience levels. A local instructor will guide participants through classic and modern line ......More
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Thursday July 17 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Ants on a Log Family Concert!
Ants on a Log plays music for children and other childlike people. Their award-winning music centers positivity, social justice, and silliness. Full of humor and harmony, Ants concerts are energetic, interactive, and a delight for children and adults. Visit https://li......More
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Thursday July 17 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Preschool Storytime at the West Acton Citizens' Library!
Preschool Storytime at the West Acton Citizens' Library. All are welcome! 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, includi......More
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Thursday July 17 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Thursday Game Day for Teens
FOR TEENS!!! Spend Thursday afternoons playing board games and Switch games with your friends. You can bring your own games or play using ours! Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request. Please reach out to library@actonma.g......More
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Thursday July 17 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Children's Crafting for First Grade +
Please join us at the library for Children's Crafting! All material provided. Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s Children’s Department at rcarter@actonma.gov Sponsored by the Acton Memorial Library Foundation. https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive......More
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Thursday July 17 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Town of Acton Conservation
Come by and learn about all the wonderful places to go hiking in Acton and the best way to find parking, stay safe, and map out your hike! https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/meeting-and-study-rooms/town-of-acton-conservation/
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Thursday July 17 5:30pm - 7:00pm EDT
Summer Concert Series: Squeezebox Stompers
For over 25 years, The Squeezebox Stompers have brought the vibrant sounds of Cajun, zydeco, blues, folk, and original music to New England, earning Boston Music Awards and songwriting accolades along the way. With a rich blend of instruments—including accordion, fidd......More
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Friday July 18 9:45am - 12:20pm EDT
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Friday July 18 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Pre-K to 1st grade Crafting
A craft program especially for Pre-Kindergarten to 1st grade children. Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities can be made upon request by emailing library@actonma.gov. https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/pre-k-to-1st-......More
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Friday July 18 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Virtual - "Artificial Stupelligence: The Hilarious Truth About AI" with Author Lynn Raebsamen
We are so excited to chat with author Lynn Raebsamen, a finance expert and tech enthusiast, who shines a light on the Artificial Intelligence that just knocks the fear out of us. She'll be chatting about her book, "Artificial Stupelligence: The Hilarious Truth About ......More
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Friday July 18 11:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Sensory Storytime
A storytime featuring quiet books, activities, and tactile toys. Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities can be made upon request by emailing library@actonma.gov. https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/sensory-storytime-73......More
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Friday July 18 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Children's Gaming Fridays-- Magic the Gathering
Magic the Gathering is a fun trading card of great depth. We will be playing the standard format and can teach you if you have never played before. Bring your own cards or borrow one of our decks! Grades 3+ Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities......More
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Saturday July 19 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens, grades 7+
Teens in grades 7 and up (also open to adults with teens!). We meet the first and third Saturday of every month. Registration is required in advance to play. Please register for each session you are coming to. All participants will be going through the campaign Hoard......More
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Saturday July 19 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Chess Club
Michael Sidorov, a high school student at Acton-Boxborough, will help you to improve your game in this chess workshop. You'll also have the chance to play against other students. Grades 1-6. Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities can be made upo......More
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Monday July 21 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
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Monday July 21 9:30am - 11:00am EDT
Tummy Time and Socialize
This free-flow, drop-in program offers a safe and cozy space with foam mats, developmentally appropriate toys, and books. Connect with other new parents while your little ones enjoy some quality playtime. Designed for babies who aren't yet walking, but all are welcome......More
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Monday July 21 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
LEGO Free Play
Come build something wonderful with our big collection of LEGO bricks. https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/lego-free-play-6/