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SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents: Life Chapters: Stories Worth Sharing with Matt (Life Stories in print copy)
DESCRIPTION:AB student Matt is excited to lead a special discussion group focused on sharing your life stories and wisdom with younger generations. Whether it’s a cherished memory\, a life lesson\, or a turning point in your journey\, your voice matters. Join Matt at the Council on Aging in a relaxed\, meaningful conversation about how you would like your story to be heard and remembered. Let’s connect generations one story at a time. \nOpen to all 60+.
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-life-chapters-stories-worth-sharing-with-matt-life-stories-in-print-copy/
LOCATION:Acton Senior Center\, 30 Sudbury Road Rear\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Council on Aging":MAILTO:seniorcenter@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250811T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250811T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T151236Z
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SUMMARY:Library: Mindfulness Workshop: Instruction and Discussion With A Guided Meditation and Q&A Session
DESCRIPTION:Location: Meeting Room\, Acton Memorial Library | 486 Main Street\, Acton MA 01720 \nMindfulness is a great way to alleviate stress\, develop more creativity\, and cultivate more peace in your life. The practice can be added to any lifestyle and can be done anywhere. No special equipment or skills needed! Come and learn how to use your breath\, mind\, and body as tools to help you be more present and peaceful in every area of your life. Laura has practiced mindfulness and meditation for over 25 years. She can testify to the amazing power of adding more Presence into your life!
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/library-mindfulness-workshop-instruction-and-discussion-with-a-guided-meditation-and-qa-session/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor)\, 486 Main Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250811T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250811T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250730T130010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T130010Z
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SUMMARY:Third Annual Boozy Book Fair
DESCRIPTION:Silver Unicorn Bookstore in partnership with our friends at True West\, invites you to our third annual Boozy Book Fair! \nThis year’s event will be better than ever with live music by Pete and Steve\, intuitive readings\, and a signing with author Nicole Treska! Nicole’s fascinating and touching Boston-based memoir Wonderland: A Tale of Hustling Hard and Breaking Even will be newly out in paperback and we can’t wait to celebrate with her.
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/third-annual-boozy-book-fair/
LOCATION:True West Brewery\, 525 Massachusetts Ave\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Silver Unicorn Bookstore":MAILTO:nfo@silverunicornbooks.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250811T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250811T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250716T131535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T131535Z
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SUMMARY:Library: Virtual - "The Invention of Charlotte Brontë" with Author Graham Watson
DESCRIPTION:Sign up for the Zoom link here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/3017460386647/WN_SJmkXueYQKGZsQYu8Pm4uA#/registration \nBased entirely on rarely seen private letters\, “The Invention of Charlotte Brontë: A New Life” by Graham Watson sheds new light on the dramatic events of Brontë’s turbulent last years of grief\, fulfillment\, and tragedy—and exposes the astonishing media scandal that followed her early death\, when her friends and family battled to control how history would remember her. Join us as Graham discusses Charlotte’s life\, writing\, and death as well as his own research and writing of this book!
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/library-virtual-the-invention-of-charlotte-bronte-with-author-graham-watson/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250615T141304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250615T141304Z
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SUMMARY:Acton-Boxborough Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Stock up on local produce and artisanal goods while you enjoy music\, artisan offerings\, our community table . . . and friends and neighbors. \nEvery Sunday\, 10AM – 1PM\, June 15  – October 12.
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/acton-boxborough-farmers-market/
LOCATION:Elm Street Playground\, Elm Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T223000
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SUMMARY:NARA: BonJourneyNY with opener Whitney Doucet
DESCRIPTION:This is going to be a fabulous night! \nGet ready for an unforgettable night of music! Whitney Doucet\, a talented singer-songwriter hailing from New England\, is set to take the stage. Whitney has shared the spotlight with country music superstar Keith Urban in a stunning duet and has opened for renowned artists such as Trace Adkins\, Billy Currington\, and the Little River Band. She has also performed alongside Kimberly Perry of The Band Perry and rocked the side stage before major acts like Luke Bryan\, Thomas Rhett\, and Dan + Shay. \nCatch Whitney’s electrifying performance from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. before the incredible BonJourney takes over at 9:00 p.m. and keeps the energy soaring until 10:30 p.m.! Get ready to rock out to the greatest hits\, from “Livin’ on a Prayer” and “It’s My Life” to “Don’t Stop Believin'” and “Wheel in the Sky.” This is a night you won’t want to miss! \nSee BonJourney here!
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/nara-bonjourneyny-with-opener-whitney-doucet/
LOCATION:NARA Park\, 25 Ledge Rock Way\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
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SUMMARY:Artist reception: Art of the Vessel at E. Drumm Designs
DESCRIPTION:Join E. Drumm Designs on Friday\, August 8th from 5:30 to 8:00 for an evening of creativity and craftsmanship as four artists explore the vessel as subject through their distinct mediums. Experience the featured artists’ works up close\, socialize\, sip\, and shop. \n\nCindy Kennelly – Fiber Artist\nBritt Jones – Painter\nDuke Stafford – Potter\nDevin Kish – Painter\n\nMeet the artists and preview their work here. \nThe show runs until October 5th.
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/artist-reception-art-of-the-vessel-at-e-drumm-designs/
LOCATION:E. Drumm Designs\, 21 A Spruce Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250515T213102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T213300Z
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SUMMARY:Discovery Museum Free Friday Nights
DESCRIPTION:Visitors can enjoy the Museum and the Discovery Woods outdoor nature playscape and Treehouse with free admission from 4:30pm to 8:00pm every Friday night from June 20 until Labor Day. Reservations are no longer required nor accepted. \nThe Museum will gratefully accept non-perishable food items for Open Table and Acton Food Pantry in lieu of admission\, though a food donation is not required for admission. \nThank you to the following local businesses that made this summer’s free admission Friday nights possible: \nJune 20 – Dube Construction Management \nJune 27 – Enterprise Bank \nJuly 4    ** Closed for Independence Day ** \nJuly 18  – Enterprise Bank \nJuly 25  – Enterprise Bank \nAugust 1 – Heffernan Build & Remodel\, Inc. \nAugust 8 – Not Your Average Joe’s \nAugust 15 – Swymfit \nAugust 29 – Sutherland Realty Group/Keller Williams Realty Boston NW \nFree admission on Friday nights—every Friday during the summer\, and the first Friday night of each month October through June—is part of the Discovery Museum’s Open Door Connections program to provide opportunities for those who face a variety of barriers to experience the Museum.
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/discovery-museum-free-friday-nights/
LOCATION:Discovery Museum\, 177 Main St.\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Discovery Museum":MAILTO:fun@DiscoveryActon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250801T132049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T132400Z
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SUMMARY:AB Community Band Summer Finale
DESCRIPTION:Bang a drum\, toot a flute or blow your horn… you are invited to the Acton-Boxborough Community Band Summer finale on Thursday\, August 7\, 2025 at 7pm.\n\nEvery summer we end with an open rehearsal\, where community members can participate in the culminating evening of our summer session.  We read through lots of fun\, familiar and fascinating literature\, and you are welcome to bring an instrument\, or just observe how we keep our fiddles flying and french horns functional.\n\nThe event is free and open to the public\, and held in the ABRHS band room. Park in the Hayward Road lot and enter by the gazebo.  For more information\, contact Dr. David Manuel Garcia\, director at drdavidmanuelgarcia@gmail.com or Kimberly O’Shaughnessy\, Program Director at koshaughnessy@abschools.org.
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/ab-community-band-summer-finale/
LOCATION:ABRHS Band Room\, 36 Charter Road\, Room 115N\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250708T151654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T172254Z
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SUMMARY:Library: Virtual – The Many Faces Of Grief
DESCRIPTION:Our views on grieving have a profound impact on how we navigate the losses in our lives. Many of us are grieving a range of losses: the passing of family or friends\, transitions in our community\, or major life changes Join this conversation moderated by Michele Bograd\, a certified end-of-life doula and psychologist\, to explore your thoughts and feelings about our own experiences of loss and to think creatively about how we can more deeply support one another as we grieve. \nRegister for the zoom link here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/2817515527689/WN_jABqB9F0S3ugAVCyh4p4Yg#/registration \nThis program is in partner with Memorial Hall Library \n 
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/virtual-the-many-faces-of-grief/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250723T212601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T192530Z
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SUMMARY:Library: Adult Writing Group
DESCRIPTION:Register here: https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/adult-writing-group-2/ \nWriting Club is a free group for prose\, poetry and non-fiction writers to come together\, connect\, share and create in a welcoming environment. Join the conversation\, work on optional weekly prompts or use the time to work on an existing project that your passionate about. All writing levels welcome! \nOptional Prompt: Write a one page or longer story\, scene or outline in the first-person. When you’ve finished\, write the passage again but from the third person. You can write it in the second-person as well.
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/library-adult-writing-group-3/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library Conference Room (2nd floor)\, 486 Main Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250723T212535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T212535Z
UID:13076-1754497800-1754501400@staging.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Library: Embroidery Summer Series: Teach a Piece @ AML
DESCRIPTION:Adult & Teen Program at Acton Memorial Library. \nJoin our summer series to gain more knowledge of this fun craft! All levels welcome. In this session the instructor will be talking the class through an embroidery piece. \nRegister on the program page on our website: https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/intro-to-embroidery-teach-a-peice/  \nReasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by emailing library@actonma.gov.
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/library-embroidery-summer-series-teach-a-piece-aml/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor)\, 486 Main Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250721T130033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T171636Z
UID:13011-1754497800-1754501400@staging.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton Community Supper: August
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our sit-down supper in the air-conditioned Parish Hall! We welcome all our guests inside to join neighbors and friends at the tables in Fellowship Hall. We look forward to sharing a meal and friendship with you. \n August 6 — Prince Spaghetti Night: Spaghetti & Meatballs\nSponsored by Friends of Mike Tobia \nAugust 13 — Southern BBQ Night: Pulled Pork Sandwiches\nSponsored by friends of Mt Calvary Lutheran Church of Acton \nAugust 20 — Southwestern Night: Chicken Fajita Subs\nSponsored by Boston Metro West Bible Church of Littleton \nAugust 27 — Homestyle Sandwich Night: Sloppy Joe Sandwiches\nSponsored by The Acton Boxborough Islamic Cultural Center \n** Please note that the meals we serve may contain gluten\, nuts\, seeds\, or dairy. \nDoors open at 4:15pm. Please\, do not enter earlier so our volunteers can prepare your Supper. \nParking: Park your car in the back parking lot and enter from the walkway to the church door. \nAs the heat continues to be with us\, be sure to drink plenty of water and stay cool inside. Check on your neighbors to ask if they need any support. \nFor more information\, see http://www.facebook.com/CommunitySupperofActonMA.
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/acton-community-supper-august/
LOCATION:Mt Cavalry Lutheran Church\, 472 Massachusetts Ave.\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250723T212437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T212437Z
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SUMMARY:Library: Embroidery Summer Series: Teach a Piece @ West Acton Citizens' Library
DESCRIPTION:Adult & Teen Program at West Acton Citizens’ Library. \nJoin our summer series to gain more knowledge of this fun craft! All levels welcome. In this session the instructor will be talking the class through an embroidery piece. \nRegister on the program page on our website: https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/embroidery-summer-series-teach-a-piece-west-acton-citizens-library/ \nReasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by emailing WACL@actonma.gov. Please note that the West Acton Citizens’ Library has limited accessibility. More accessible programs are offered at the Acton Memorial Library.
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/library-embroidery-summer-series-teach-a-piece-west-acton-citizens-library/
LOCATION:West Acton Citizens’ Library\, 21 Windsor Avenue\, Acton\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="West Acton Citizens' Library":MAILTO:WACL@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250716T122948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250720T204613Z
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SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents: Intro to Photography Using the iPhone with Sarah
DESCRIPTION:At the Senior Center: \nBecome an expert in iPhone photography by discovering new tricks and tips on how to make pictures come out looking great! Instruction will be given on how to use different settings on the camera app as well as varying feedback on taking photos such as framing and lighting. Our summer intern and long-time volunteer Sarah Willard is leading this class.
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-intro-to-photography-using-the-iphone-with-sarah/
LOCATION:Acton Senior Center\, 30 Sudbury Road Rear\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Council on Aging":MAILTO:seniorcenter@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250720T204734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250720T204734Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Library Crawl (Minuteman Library Network) – All Ages
DESCRIPTION:Join the Minuteman Library Crawl! \nVisit any service desk at either library to pick up your passport. \nWhat’s a Library Crawl? \nThink of it as a literary road trip! Travel from library to library\, meet the friendly staff\, and discover all the awesome things each one has to offer. \nPick up your 2025 Summer Library Crawl Passport at the library or print from the link. \nThe Challenge \nAt each library\, snap a selfie with a designated item — it’s like a 21st-century scavenger hunt! Then\, show a librarian your pictures to receive your prize. Post your pics and tag the libraries using #mlncrawl2025 to show off your journey. \nPerks Along the Way \nEach library will have: \n\nFree handouts\nFun giveaways and/or a special PRIZE when you show your\npicture to a librarian! (Collect as many as you can!)\n\nHow It Works \n\nStart wherever you want\nVisit as many libraries as you can\nEnd whenever you’re ready\nIt’s totally self-guided and all ages are welcome—kids\, families\,\nadults\, everyone!
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/summer-library-crawl-minuteman-library-network-all-ages/
LOCATION:West Acton Citizens’ Library\, 21 Windsor Avenue\, Acton\, 01720
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250720T204321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250720T204321Z
UID:12806-1754474400-1754478000@staging.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents: How to Add Widgets to Your Phone with Sarah
DESCRIPTION:Upgrade your iPhone home screen with widgets that will display pictures\, shortcuts into apps\, and make your iPhone more accessible. Instructions will be given on how to install widgets during each class and each individual will be able to personalize their iPhone with either pictures of friends\, family\, or bigger icons of various apps. Class is led by our summer intern and long-time volunteer Sarah Willard.\n Open to all 60+/free
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-how-to-add-widgets-to-your-phone-with-sarah-2/
LOCATION:Acton Senior Center\, 30 Sudbury Road Rear\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Council on Aging":MAILTO:seniorcenter@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250716T123154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T123154Z
UID:12802-1752660000-1752663600@staging.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents: How to Add Widgets to Your Phone with Sarah
DESCRIPTION:At the Senior Center: Upgrade your iPhone home screen with widgets that will display pictures\, shortcuts into apps\, and make your iPhone more accessible. Instructions will be given on how to install widgets during each class and each individual will be able to personalize their iPhone with either pictures of friends\, family\, or bigger icons of various apps. Class is led by our summer intern and long-time volunteer Sarah Willard.\nOpen to all 60+/free
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-how-to-add-widgets-to-your-phone-with-sarah/
LOCATION:Acton Senior Center\, 30 Sudbury Road Rear\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Council on Aging":MAILTO:seniorcenter@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250716T131413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T131413Z
UID:12965-1754416800-1754420400@staging.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Library - Summer Concert Series - The Rule of Two
DESCRIPTION:Join us on August 5th from 6–7 PM as we wrap up our Summer Reading Carnival with an unforgettable performance by The Rule of Two—our third and final band in the Summer Concert Series! \nAbout the band:  \nThe Rule of Two is made up of a married couple who met while attending Berklee College of Music. Over the past 10 years\, Emily Desmond and Aaron Wheeler have performed at various events and venues all over New England\, including Boston’s famous Hatch Shell. Together\, they make their living as full-time musicians – composing\, producing\, and teaching music in addition to performing. \nhttps://www.emilydesmond.com/ruleoftwo \nReasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by emailing library@actonma.gov.
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/library-summer-concert-series-the-rule-of-two/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library Back Lawn\, 486 Main Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250716T130521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T183840Z
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SUMMARY:ACTON COA Invites You to the Fire Department Cook-Out at the Senior Center
DESCRIPTION:The Fire Dept. will be barbecuing burgers on the grill with summer sides and an ice cream treat. Cost is $3.00. Please sign up prior to the event by calling the Senior Center @ 978-929-6652. \nActon residents 60+ only
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-invites-you-to-the-fire-department-cook-out-at-the-senior-center/
LOCATION:Acton Senior Center\, 30 Sudbury Road Rear\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Council on Aging":MAILTO:seniorcenter@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250726T224640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T174357Z
UID:13231-1754409600-1754420400@staging.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:National Night Out with Acton's Public Safety
DESCRIPTION:This family-friendly event is a great opportunity to connect with your local first responders and explore all that public safety has to offer. Take a guided tour of the facility\, meet officers\, our department clinician\, dispatchers\, members of the Acton Fire Department\, and more. Plus\, don’t miss the Touch-a-Truck experience\, featuring police cruisers\, fire trucks\, highway department vehicles\, and other exciting equipment for kids (and adults) to check out up close.
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/national-night-out/
LOCATION:Acton Public Safety Facility\, 371 Main Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250720T204551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250720T204551Z
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SUMMARY:Library - Summer Reading Carnival
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Acton Memorial Library Lawn for an evening of fun games\, face paint\, snow cones\, and live music! Food truck: The Twizted Pickle
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/library-summer-reading-carnival/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library Back Lawn\, 486 Main Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250716T122540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T183739Z
UID:12743-1754402400-1754406000@staging.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents Ice Cream!!! At the Senior Center
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy ice cream and a variety of toppings at the Council on Aging. Please sign up prior to the event by calling the Senior Center @ 978-929-6652. $1.00 per serving requested. \nOpen to all 60+
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-ice-cream-at-the-senior-center/
LOCATION:Acton Senior Center\, 30 Sudbury Road Rear\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Council on Aging":MAILTO:seniorcenter@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250716T131223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T131223Z
UID:12816-1754391600-1754395200@staging.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton COA Presents: Assistance Signing Up For COA Notifications with Sarah
DESCRIPTION:One of the major ways the Council on Aging gets the word out about program cancellations is through automated notifications. You can also choose to be notified when the monthly newsletter has been posted online. Drop by the Senior Center and our intern Sarah will walk you through the steps to receive notifications! Bring your smart phone\, laptop or tablet. You can also sign up directly at www.actoncoa.com/list.aspx and select which notifications you want and whether to be notified by email or text. \nOpen to all 60+/free
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/acton-coa-presents-assistance-signing-up-for-coa-notifications-with-sarah/
LOCATION:Acton Senior Center\, 30 Sudbury Road Rear\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
ORGANIZER;CN="Acton Council on Aging":MAILTO:seniorcenter@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250615T141304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250615T141304Z
UID:12318-1749981600-1749992400@staging.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton-Boxborough Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Stock up on local produce and artisanal goods while you enjoy music\, artisan offerings\, our community table . . . and friends and neighbors. \nEvery Sunday\, 10AM – 1PM\, June 15  – October 12.
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/acton-boxborough-farmers-market/
LOCATION:Elm Street Playground\, Elm Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T223000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250604T114310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T114610Z
UID:11817-1754074800-1754087400@staging.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:NARA: Acton Kicks Country featuring Houston Bernard & Linedancing!
DESCRIPTION:Acton Kicks Country with country music phenom Houston Bernard!  Be sure to wear your cowboy hats\, boots\, jeans and tees for a fun night at the Park!  Great BBQ\, Beer and Wine will be available for purchase. \nCome at 7 p.m. for a free hour on how to line dance with professional dance instructor.
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/nara-acton-kicks-country-featuring-houston-bernard-linedancing/
LOCATION:NARA Park\, 25 Ledge Rock Way\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250515T213102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T213300Z
UID:11346-1750437000-1750449600@staging.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Discovery Museum Free Friday Nights
DESCRIPTION:Visitors can enjoy the Museum and the Discovery Woods outdoor nature playscape and Treehouse with free admission from 4:30pm to 8:00pm every Friday night from June 20 until Labor Day. Reservations are no longer required nor accepted. \nThe Museum will gratefully accept non-perishable food items for Open Table and Acton Food Pantry in lieu of admission\, though a food donation is not required for admission. \nThank you to the following local businesses that made this summer’s free admission Friday nights possible: \nJune 20 – Dube Construction Management \nJune 27 – Enterprise Bank \nJuly 4    ** Closed for Independence Day ** \nJuly 18  – Enterprise Bank \nJuly 25  – Enterprise Bank \nAugust 1 – Heffernan Build & Remodel\, Inc. \nAugust 8 – Not Your Average Joe’s \nAugust 15 – Swymfit \nAugust 29 – Sutherland Realty Group/Keller Williams Realty Boston NW \nFree admission on Friday nights—every Friday during the summer\, and the first Friday night of each month October through June—is part of the Discovery Museum’s Open Door Connections program to provide opportunities for those who face a variety of barriers to experience the Museum.
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/discovery-museum-free-friday-nights/
LOCATION:Discovery Museum\, 177 Main St.\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Discovery Museum":MAILTO:fun@DiscoveryActon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250630T190607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T172216Z
UID:12530-1753900200-1753905600@staging.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Library: Great Decisions Group Discussion – South Africa\, Mike DeMoor
DESCRIPTION: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.\n \nThe 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 his experiences as a medical student and physician at the Red Cross Children’s Hospital in Cape Town.
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/library-great-decisions-group-discussion-south-africa-mike-demoor/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor)\, 486 Main Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250702T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250702T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250625T125715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T125715Z
UID:12443-1751473800-1751477400@staging.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Acton Community Supper: July
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our All Sit Down Supper! We welcome all our guests inside to join neighbors and friends at the tables in our air-conditioned Fellowship Hall. Welcome Summer! We look forward to sharing a meal and friendship with you. \n July 2 — Fireworks Fruit Salad and Cheeseburgers (HAPPY 4th OF JULY !! )\nSponsored by Friends of Mike Tobia \nJuly 9 — Summer Supper: Hot Open face Turkey Sandwiches\nSponsored by friends of Mt Calvary Lutheran Church of Acton \nJuly 16 — Fenway Night: Sausage and Pepper Subs\nSponsored by the Students of Paint for Progress \nJuly 23 — Mexican Night: Chicken Chili and Quesadillas\nIn Honor of Joan Appleton \nJuly 30 — Chef Salad with Deli Meats Dinner\nSponsored by Congregation Beth Elohim \n** Please note that the meals we serve may contain gluten\, nuts\, seeds\, or dairy. \nDoors open at 4:15pm. Please\, do not enter earlier so our volunteers can prepare your Supper. \nParking: Park your car in the back parking lot and enter from the walkway to the church door. \nFor more information\, see http://www.facebook.com/CommunitySupperofActonMA.
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/acton-community-supper-july/
LOCATION:Mt Cavalry Lutheran Church\, 472 Massachusetts Ave.\, Acton\, MA\, 01720
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180655
CREATED:20250630T190630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T190630Z
UID:12526-1753806600-1753812000@staging.actonexchange.org
SUMMARY:Library: Summer Sewing Series - Finding Your Fabric
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSpace is limited\, sign up on the program page on our website: https://actonmemoriallibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/summer-sewing-series-finding-your-fabric/ \nReasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request by emailing library@actonma.gov.
URL:https://staging.actonexchange.org/event/library-summer-sewing-series-finding-your-fabric/
LOCATION:Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor)\, 486 Main Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
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