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  • Acton Historical Society: Hosmer House Museum Open House

    Jonathan Hosmer House 300 Main St, Acton, MA, United States

    A new Revolutionary War exhibit will be on display in the original part of the house that was standing on April 19, 1775. We will revisit Acton's fateful participation in the events of that day and in the years of war that followed. We will also explore the ways that later generations have kept that history alive.

  • Acton COA presents: A Journey Through the Roots of American Popular Music Live Performance

    Acton Senior Center 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton, MA

    This Council on Aging (COA) program blends live performance, storytelling and visuals about the origins of blues, rock and country music presented by singer and songwriter Jon Waterman. In the show, Jon is joined by Li Waterman on bass. Fascinating characters and events that are part of the history and the role of music in our lives will be explored. Jon and Li’s programs are enthusiastically received in Acton. This program is supported by a grant from the Acton-Boxborough Cultural Council, a local agency, which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. Open to all seniors/free

    Free
  • Earth Month: Teen Invasive Plant Brigade

    Acton Memorial Library 486 Main St., Acton, MA, United States

    See all events for Earth Month (and Invasive Species Month) here: April is invasive species and earth month! FOR TEENS!!! Along with the Acton Libraries Teen Advisory Group, spend an afternoon with the Acton Sustainability Office to remove invasive plants from our parks around town. Earn volunteer hours and help eradicate invasive species from Acton's parks and roadways. Sign up at the Acton Libraries website.  

    Free
  • Library: Yarn & Needle Club

    Acton Memorial Library 486 Main St., Acton, MA, United States

    Meeting RoomActon Memorial Library486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720 Knitters, crocheters, embroiderers, and sewers, join the library to work on your project and socialize! We meet every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month.

  • I Hiked Acton’s Trails!

    Walk the trails in Acton’s conservation areas with the goal of earning a sticker and a sew-on patch! These weekly walks are a joint effort between Acton Conservation Trust and Acton Conservation Division. We’ll walk a different conservation area weekly, on Wednesdays from April 9 to June 11. The location of each hike will be sent out each Sunday before the walk. Once registered, you can join us whenever it suits you. REGISTER HERE

    Free
  • Acton Community Supper: April

    Mt Cavalry Lutheran Church 472 Massachusetts Ave., Acton, MA

    Welcome the warmth and beautiful colors of Spring as the flowers and buds begin to pop around us.   We look forward to sharing a meal and friendship with you every Wednesday. April 2025 menu: April 2 -- Happy 13th Birthday to Community Supper! 🎉🎂🎉 Ukranian Chicken Sponsored by Chaves Heating and Air Conditioning April 9 -- BBQ Chicken and Baked Beans Sponsored by Friends of Mike Tobia April 16 --Fish Cakes and Mashed Potatoes Sponsored by Boston Metro West Bible Church of Littleton April 23-- Spaghetti and Meatballs Sponsored by Mt Calvary Lutheran Church April 30 -- Tuna and Egg

    Free
  • 44th Annual Senior Conference

    Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School 215 Fitchburg St, Marlborough, MA, United States

    Every year, area senior citizens are welcomed to a special conference hosted by our district’s State Senator. The 44th Senior Conference will include entertainment, food and raffle prizes. The Senior Conference is intended to provide seniors with a day of useful information, entertainment and educational workshops from expert guest speakers on topics including aging well, planning for your future, and resources for caregivers and family members. Senator Eldridge also provides free breakfast, and a delicious free lunch made by the culinary students of Assabet Valley. “I look forward to hearing the concerns of seniors, discussing state initiatives to better support

    Free
  • Earth Month: North Acton Community Garden Clean Up

    North Acton Community Garden 845 Main Street, Acton, MA

    Help get the North Acton Community Garden ready for summer! We will be removing invasive plants and trash. Some plants range from easily being pulled from the ground to removing with tools like shovels and pruners. Please review what to bring below! Any children must be supervised by an adult!  Please sign up and see what you need to bring at North Acton Community Garden Clean Up Day.

  • Clean Energy Home Tour: Focus on Home Solar Panels

    Provided after registration

    Saturday, April 26th, 11am and 1pm, Address sent with registration. Installing solar panels is one of the most straight-forward, satisfying clean energy projects for homeowners. This tour features a traditional rooftop solar system (with older ground mount panels) where the homeowners are connected to the grid and receive net metering credits from Eversource. Learn about the costs, payback, solar generation, and the latest on national and state incentives. Help green the grid AND save money on electricity! Sponsored by EnergizeActon.org. More information and registration at https://community.massenergize.org/ActonMA/events/1877.

    Free
  • Clean Energy Home Tour: Focus on Home Solar Panels

    Provided after registration

    Saturday, April 26th, 11am and 1pm, Address sent with registration. Installing solar panels is one of the most straight-forward, satisfying clean energy projects for homeowners. This tour features a traditional rooftop solar system (with older ground mount panels) where the homeowners are connected to the grid and receive net metering credits from Eversource. Learn about the costs, payback, solar generation, and the latest on national and state incentives. Help green the grid AND save money on electricity! Sponsored by EnergizeActon.org. More information and registration at https://community.massenergize.org/ActonMA/events/1877.

    Free
  • Library: Holi Celebration

    Acton Memorial Library 486 Main St., Acton, MA, United States

    Location: Back Lawn, Acton Memorial Library | 486 Main Street, Acton MA 01720 Join us for our 3rd annual Holi Celebration! With food, Bollywood music, color throwing, & more! Color will be provided, first come first serve. Savory food for purchase by Holi Indian Restaurant and desserts by West Side Creamery. Dances choreographed by Shikha. All ages welcome!  Parking Information: Behind the Acton Fire Station, Fire Department, 7 Concord Rd, Acton, MA 01720. This is the closest option to us and is an easy walk away. Please be safe and use the crosswalks. Conant Elementary School, 80 Taylor Rd, Acton,

  • South Acton Tour with Amy Cole

    Faulkner House 5 High Street, Acton

    Join tour guide Amy Cole to visit the Iron Work Farm sites and walk South Acton's historic Mill Corner. You will learn about Acton's earliest colonial settlement. Important Details: Registration is required. Details on parking and where to meet will be sent via email closer to the walk date. Register for the April 26th tour HERE. Register for the May 10th tour at https://tinyurl.com/Acton250-April26. Tour leader Amy Cole is an accomplished professional tour leader. She grew up near Acton Center and knows the town well. She has a wide- ranging interest in Acton’s unique history. This tour is sponsored by