Sign up on the program page on our website. Join us each month for Teaching Tech, a free, hands-on series where we explore a new technology topic in an approachable, beginner-friendly way. This month’s topic: Libby Please bring your smartphone, tablet, or laptop if you have one. If you don't have a laptop, one can be supplied for you. Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by emailing library@actonma.gov.

Doug Halley will be featured at the October 8 Acton Woman's Club meeting. Doug will share  the history and significance of the Pine Hawk archaeological site in South Acton.  Acton's most important archaeological discovery, the site was surveyed prior to the construction of  Acton's wastewater treatment plant on Adams Street while Halley was the Health Director of the town. More info on Pine Hawk: http://www.pinehawk.org For an invitation to a light luncheon before the program,  call 978 263-5275 or email us at awc01720@gmail.com.   The nonprofit Acton Woman's Club is a place for fun and companionship.  We host  monthly lunches, social/cultural events, and interest

Sign up for a 15-minute 1:1 tech help session. Please bring your device and any questions you might have! Registration is required! 1:30 Slot 1:45 Slot 2:00 Slot 2:15 Slot Reasonable accommodations for people 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 available at the Acton Memorial Library.

“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. Check out the “I Hiked Acton’s Trails” Challenge form HERE for more information about the challenge. Date: Wednesdays from September 3 to November 19. Once you register, the location of each hike will be sent out each Sunday before the walk. Time: 2:30-4:00 pm. Plan to arrive a few minutes early as we will start our hikes on time. Typical distance:

Sign up on the program page on our website. Join your fellow community members at the West Acton Citizens' Library for a lively book discussion led by our Librarians. Limited copies of the book in multiple formats will be available at the West Acton branch. First come, first serve. All are welcome! The Editor by Steven Rowley Reasonable 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.

Join us for our weekly community supper! We look forward to sharing a meal and friendship with you. October 1: GRAB & GO: Pasta and Meatballs Sponsored by St. John Lutheran Church of Sudbury October 8: GRAB & GO: Chili and Cornbread Sponsored by West Acton Baptist Church October 15: SIT DOWN: BBQ Chicken Dinner Sponsored by Boston Metro West Bible Church October 22: SIT DOWN: Middle Eastern Chicken Dinner Sponsored by Acton Boxborough Regional Islamic Cultural Center October 29: SIT DOWN: Halloween Goulash and Spooky Slides Sponsored by Congregation Beth Elohim ** Please note that the meals we serve

Sign up on the program page on our website.  New to investing? This beginner-friendly session offers a broad overview of how investing works and why it matters. Learn the difference between saving and investing, understand key terms, and explore the basics of stocks, bonds, and building a simple portfolio. Walk away with the knowledge you need to take your first steps toward smart investing.

Tour leader Amy Cole grew up near Acton Center and knows the Town well. She has a wide ranging-interest in Acton’s unique history. Walking Acton’s historic civic center, you will learn about the people, places and practices that shaped the town’s history and our nation’s as well. Topics include Native American history, the role of the church, the importance of Captain Isaac Davis and the Acton Minutemen, nearby historic buildings, memorials and more. The mile walk will take about two hours. The tour is free but registration is required. Limit 25 people. Please register at https://tinyurl.com/Oct9-Acton250

Join Cheryl Stedtler, founder and director of Project Mishoon, for an immersive journey into underwater archaeology, Indigenous heritage, and 1640s canoe discoveries that are reshaping New England’s historical narrative. History emerges from beneath the surface. Cheryl is an enrolled citizen of the Hassanamisco Nipmuc Band, where she serves on the Tribal Council. With a background in microbiology and clinical trials project management, Cheryl blends a systems-oriented approach with traditional knowledge. She is also an editor for Dawnland Voices: An Anthology of Writing from Indigenous New England. All Friends of Pine Hawk events are free but registration is appreciated at https://tinyurl.com/2025-Pinehawk

Looking for a fun fall outing the whole family will love? Join Verrill Farm for their annual Harvest Festival, a festive day full of kid-friendly activities — all in support of pediatric care at Emerson Health. Little ones will love the games and prizes, hayrides, face painting, pick-your-own pumpkins, and meeting the friendly farm animals. All ages will enjoy the New England views, browsing the raffle with great prizes, having a bite from the à la carte food selection, and relaxing to live music. It is the perfect way to welcome fall, make memories, and support a great cause. For more event

Bakers! Start your ovens! Oct 11th is the drop off date for our 2025 Apple Pie (neighborly) competition. Sign up at the link - Just 20 places in 2 age categories; Apple Pie Baker's Sign Up. For bakers only, on Saturday, October 11, pies must be delivered to the library between noon-2pm for judging. For bakers and the public, come to the library on Sunday, October 12 at 2pm to celebrate the winners and get a slice (or two) of delicious pie, a donut, or a glass of cider! After all, there's no such thing as a bad apple pie!

Stock up on local produce and artisanal goods while you enjoy music, artisan offerings, our community table . . . and friends and neighbors. Every Sunday, 10AM - 1PM, June 15  - October 12.