LAPSIT - VIA ZOOM 

Children up to 36 months old and their grown-ups are invited to join Librarian Jane, via Zoom, to rhyme, bounce, and read with other little ones and their caregivers. We will share stories, songs, finger plays, and more to foster a love of books and early language development.

• To register for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form 

• REGISTER FOR UPCOMING LAPSIT  PROGRAMS BY 9:00 AM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

• Registrants will be emailed a zoom link to this program the morning of the program.  

• We ask that a caregiver be with child(ren) during these programs. 

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net 

Program dates: Tuesdays, 1/5, 1/12, 1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23

Time: 10:00-10:30

3RD/ 4TH GRADE BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP- VIA ZOOM

Join Librarian Clare for 3rd/ 4th Grade Book Discussion Group!

We will get together, via Zoom, to talk about the book The Hundred Dresses By Eleanor  Estes

This book is available via Hoopla. More information on how to access books from Hoopla below*

https://www.hoopladigital.com/title/12325472

Important information  3rd/ 4th Grade Book Discussion Group:

• Registration is limited. Please register only if you plan to check out and read the book before our scheduled meeting. 

• We will discuss a different book at each meeting. Sign up for one discussion or more.

• To register for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form. 

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net .

• We will e-mail you the Zoom link for 3rd/ 4th Grade Book Discussion Group the morning of the program.

• 3rd/ 4th Grade Book Discussion Group will meet via Zoom usually on a Wednesday, at 2pm, with one Tuesday meeting at 4:30. See program Dates/ Times below.

• REGISTER FOR UPCOMING PROGRAMS BY 9:00 AM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

*3rd/ 4th Grade Book Discussion Group books are available via Hoopla, an e-resource provided by Acton Memorial Library. Books checked out on Hoopla can be read on many digital devices (phones, kindle Fires, Ipads, Tablets, chromebooks, etc). Here is more information on Hoopla:

• Short Introduction to Hoopla video on AML YouTube channel: What is Hoopla?-from Read Watch Listen- a series on Free E-Resources at Acton Memorial Library

• Hoopla site
  On-demand ebooks, audiobooks, music, movies, and television shows available to Acton residents and residents of other subscribing communities.  Link to Hoopla: More info and Help

• Contact us if you have any questions on how to access Hoopla: Please email reference@actonma.gov,  or call 978-929-6543 and leave a message. A staff member will get back to you.

3RD/ 4TH GRADE BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP

Tuesdays Wednesdays,        1/13,     2/ 9 (4:30) 2/10 (2pm) ,     3/9 (4:30) 3/10 (2pm)

This program is for grades 7 and up. 

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS has moved online during the duration of our closure. Conect Megan at mwarren@minlib.net if you have questions or would like to join. 

3RD/ 4TH GRADE BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP- VIA ZOOM

Join Librarian Clare for 3rd/ 4th Grade Book Discussion Group!

We will get together, via Zoom, to talk about the book The Hundred Dresses By Eleanor  Estes

This book is available via Hoopla. More information on how to access books from Hoopla below*

https://www.hoopladigital.com/title/12325472

Important information  3rd/ 4th Grade Book Discussion Group:

• Registration is limited. Please register only if you plan to check out and read the book before our scheduled meeting. 

• We will discuss a different book at each meeting. Sign up for one discussion or more.

• To register for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form. 

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net .

• We will e-mail you the Zoom link for 3rd/ 4th Grade Book Discussion Group the morning of the program.

• 3rd/ 4th Grade Book Discussion Group will meet via Zoom usually on a Wednesday, at 2pm, with one Tuesday meeting at 4:30. See program Dates/ Times below.

• REGISTER FOR UPCOMING PROGRAMS BY 9:00 AM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

*3rd/ 4th Grade Book Discussion Group books are available via Hoopla, an e-resource provided by Acton Memorial Library. Books checked out on Hoopla can be read on many digital devices (phones, kindle Fires, Ipads, Tablets, chromebooks, etc). Here is more information on Hoopla:

• Short Introduction to Hoopla video on AML YouTube channel: What is Hoopla?-from Read Watch Listen- a series on Free E-Resources at Acton Memorial Library

• Hoopla site
  On-demand ebooks, audiobooks, music, movies, and television shows available to Acton residents and residents of other subscribing communities.  Link to Hoopla: More info and Help

• Contact us if you have any questions on how to access Hoopla: Please email reference@actonma.gov,  or call 978-929-6543 and leave a message. A staff member will get back to you.

3RD/ 4TH GRADE BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP

Tuesdays Wednesdays,        1/13,     2/ 9 (4:30) 2/10 (2pm) ,     3/9 (4:30) 3/10 (2pm)

READ TO MOLLY--VIA ZOOM

Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud (over Zoom) to Molly, a sweet Labradoodle. Molly has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener. Molly and her person are members of the Pets and People Foundation. 

To REGISTER for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form 

REGISTER FOR UPCOMING MOLLY PROGRAMS BY 9:00 AM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net .

• We will e-mail you the Zoom link for Read To Molly the morning of your appointment.

• Please register for a maximum of one appointment a day.

program dates: Wednesdays:  1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24

Appointments available at: 4:00, 4:15, 4:30, 4:45

READ TO MOLLY--VIA ZOOM

Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud (over Zoom) to Molly, a sweet Labradoodle. Molly has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener. Molly and her person are members of the Pets and People Foundation. 

To REGISTER for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form 

REGISTER FOR UPCOMING MOLLY PROGRAMS BY 9:00 AM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net .

• We will e-mail you the Zoom link for Read To Molly the morning of your appointment.

• Please register for a maximum of one appointment a day.

program dates: Wednesdays:  1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24

Appointments available at: 4:00, 4:15, 4:30, 4:45

READ TO MOLLY--VIA ZOOM

Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud (over Zoom) to Molly, a sweet Labradoodle. Molly has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener. Molly and her person are members of the Pets and People Foundation. 

To REGISTER for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form 

REGISTER FOR UPCOMING MOLLY PROGRAMS BY 9:00 AM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net .

• We will e-mail you the Zoom link for Read To Molly the morning of your appointment.

• Please register for a maximum of one appointment a day.

program dates: Wednesdays:  1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24

Appointments available at: 4:00, 4:15, 4:30, 4:45

READ TO MOLLY--VIA ZOOM

Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud (over Zoom) to Molly, a sweet Labradoodle. Molly has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener. Molly and her person are members of the Pets and People Foundation. 

To REGISTER for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form 

REGISTER FOR UPCOMING MOLLY PROGRAMS BY 9:00 AM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net .

• We will e-mail you the Zoom link for Read To Molly the morning of your appointment.

• Please register for a maximum of one appointment a day.

program dates: Wednesdays:  1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24

Appointments available at: 4:00, 4:15, 4:30, 4:45

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME-VIA ZOOM

Please join us on Zoom for Preschool Storytime, Thursdays at 10:00. Look for distinguished  picture books, lively singing, lots of movement, scavenger hunt ideas, sharing & more with Children’s librarian Elise.

• To register for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form (register  for upcoming programs by 9AM the morning of the program, at the latest) 

• REGISTER FOR UPCOMING PRESCHOOL STORYTIME PROGRAMS BY 9:00 AM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net .

• We will e-mail you the Zoom link for Zoom Family Storytime the morning the program will take place.

• Stay for as much of the program as you would like.

• This event series is a family program and all ages are welcome. 

program dates:  1/7, 1/14, 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25,

Program time: 10:00-10:45

CRAFT TOGETHER PROGRAM -VIA ZOOM

Join us on Zoom for Craft Together Program! Children's Librarian Lee will show you how to create a new craft Thursdays this Winter at 4:30 on Zoom. 

Bags with craft materials will be available outside the library Sunday, from 2:00-5:00 pm and the Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday,  from 10:30 am - 5:30 pm and Thursday before the program . Bags are first come first serve. Bags will be in our Curbside Pickup area. We ask that you practice social distancing when you get your bags. 

• To register for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form 

• REGISTER FOR UPCOMING CRAFT TOGETHER PROGRAMS BY 3:00 PM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

• Registrants will be emailed a zoom link to this program the morning of the program.  

• You don't need to attend the zoom program to grab a bag. 

• Didn't get a bag but still want to come to the program? You can use your own materials. 

• We ask that an adult be with child(ren) as a helper during these programs. 

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net 

This week we are making: 

Yin Yang Hanging Decoration

Provided in the bags are:    

     1 - page with instructions 

     1 - used CD or DVD

     1 - 6-inch length of ribbon

     1 - 3-inch strip of duct(heavy duty) tape

You will need (supplies from your home):

     Scissors, markers, crayons

Program dates: Thursdays:      1/7, 1/14, 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 

Program time: 4:30-5:00

This program is for grades 7 and up. 

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS has moved online during the duration of our closure. Conect Megan at mwarren@minlib.net if you have questions or would like to join. 

LAPSIT - VIA ZOOM 

Children up to 36 months old and their grown-ups are invited to join Librarian Jane, via Zoom, to rhyme, bounce, and read with other little ones and their caregivers. We will share stories, songs, finger plays, and more to foster a love of books and early language development.

• To register for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form 

• REGISTER FOR UPCOMING LAPSIT  PROGRAMS BY 9:00 AM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

• Registrants will be emailed a zoom link to this program the morning of the program.  

• We ask that a caregiver be with child(ren) during these programs. 

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net 

Program dates: Tuesdays, 1/5, 1/12, 1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23

Time: 10:00-10:30

5th/ 6th GRADE BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP-VIA ZOOM

Join Librarian Clare for 5th/ 6th Grade Book Discussion Group!

We will get together, via Zoom, to talk about the book  Dear. Mr. Henshaw  by  Beverly Cleary

This book is available via Hoopla. More information on how to access books from Hoopla below*

https://www.hoopladigital.com/search?page=1&q=dear+mr+henshaw&scope=everything&type=direct

Important information  5th/6th  Grade Book Discussion Group:

• Registration is limited. Please register only if you plan to check out and read the book before our scheduled meeting. 

• REGISTER FOR UPCOMING PROGRAMS BY 9:00 AM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

• We will discuss a different book at each meeting. Sign up for one discussion or more.

• To register for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form. 

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net .

• We will e-mail you the Zoom link for 3rd/ 4th Grade Book Discussion Group the morning of the program.

• 5th/6th Grade Book Discussion Group will meet via Zoom usually on a Wednesday, at 2pm, with one meeting at 4pm. See program Dates/ Times below.

*5th/6th Grade Book Discussion Group books are available via Hoopla, an e-resource provided by Acton Memorial Library. Books checked out on Hoopla can be read on many digital devices (phones, kindle Fires, Ipads, Tablets, chromebooks, etc). Here is more information on Hoopla:

• Short Introduction to Hoopla video on AML YouTube channel: What is Hoopla?-from Read Watch Listen- a series on Free E-Resources at Acton Memorial Library

• Hoopla site
  On-demand ebooks, audiobooks, music, movies, and television shows available to Acton residents and residents of other subscribing communities.  Link to Hoopla: More info and Help

• Contact us if you have any questions on how to access Hoopla: Please email reference@actonma.gov,  or call 978-929-6543 and leave a message. A staff member will get back to you.

5th/6th TH GRADE BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP DATES/ TIMES

Wednesdays,              1/20, (4pm-5pm)     2/16 (4:30) 2/17 (2:00pm),     3/16 (4:30) 3/17 (2:00pm)

This program is for grades 7 and up. 

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS has moved online during the duration of our closure. Conect Megan at mwarren@minlib.net if you have questions or would like to join. 

This month's selection is Deaths of Despair and the Future of Capitalism, by Anne Case and Angus Deaton.  

Registration is required.

5th/ 6th GRADE BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP-VIA ZOOM

Join Librarian Clare for 5th/ 6th Grade Book Discussion Group!

We will get together, via Zoom, to talk about the book  Dear. Mr. Henshaw  by  Beverly Cleary

This book is available via Hoopla. More information on how to access books from Hoopla below*

https://www.hoopladigital.com/search?page=1&q=dear+mr+henshaw&scope=everything&type=direct

Important information  5th/6th  Grade Book Discussion Group:

• Registration is limited. Please register only if you plan to check out and read the book before our scheduled meeting. 

• REGISTER FOR UPCOMING PROGRAMS BY 9:00 AM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

• We will discuss a different book at each meeting. Sign up for one discussion or more.

• To register for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form. 

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net .

• We will e-mail you the Zoom link for 3rd/ 4th Grade Book Discussion Group the morning of the program.

• 5th/6th Grade Book Discussion Group will meet via Zoom usually on a Wednesday, at 2pm, with one meeting at 4pm. See program Dates/ Times below.

*5th/6th Grade Book Discussion Group books are available via Hoopla, an e-resource provided by Acton Memorial Library. Books checked out on Hoopla can be read on many digital devices (phones, kindle Fires, Ipads, Tablets, chromebooks, etc). Here is more information on Hoopla:

• Short Introduction to Hoopla video on AML YouTube channel: What is Hoopla?-from Read Watch Listen- a series on Free E-Resources at Acton Memorial Library

• Hoopla site
  On-demand ebooks, audiobooks, music, movies, and television shows available to Acton residents and residents of other subscribing communities.  Link to Hoopla: More info and Help

• Contact us if you have any questions on how to access Hoopla: Please email reference@actonma.gov,  or call 978-929-6543 and leave a message. A staff member will get back to you.

5th/6th TH GRADE BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP DATES/ TIMES

Wednesdays,              1/20, (4pm-5pm)     2/16 (4:30) 2/17 (2:00pm),     3/16 (4:30) 3/17 (2:00pm)

READ TO MOLLY--VIA ZOOM

Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud (over Zoom) to Molly, a sweet Labradoodle. Molly has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener. Molly and her person are members of the Pets and People Foundation. 

To REGISTER for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form 

REGISTER FOR UPCOMING MOLLY PROGRAMS BY 9:00 AM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net .

• We will e-mail you the Zoom link for Read To Molly the morning of your appointment.

• Please register for a maximum of one appointment a day.

program dates: Wednesdays:  1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24

Appointments available at: 4:00, 4:15, 4:30, 4:45

READ TO MOLLY--VIA ZOOM

Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud (over Zoom) to Molly, a sweet Labradoodle. Molly has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener. Molly and her person are members of the Pets and People Foundation. 

To REGISTER for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form 

REGISTER FOR UPCOMING MOLLY PROGRAMS BY 9:00 AM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net .

• We will e-mail you the Zoom link for Read To Molly the morning of your appointment.

• Please register for a maximum of one appointment a day.

program dates: Wednesdays:  1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24

Appointments available at: 4:00, 4:15, 4:30, 4:45

READ TO MOLLY--VIA ZOOM

Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud (over Zoom) to Molly, a sweet Labradoodle. Molly has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener. Molly and her person are members of the Pets and People Foundation. 

To REGISTER for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form 

REGISTER FOR UPCOMING MOLLY PROGRAMS BY 9:00 AM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net .

• We will e-mail you the Zoom link for Read To Molly the morning of your appointment.

• Please register for a maximum of one appointment a day.

program dates: Wednesdays:  1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24

Appointments available at: 4:00, 4:15, 4:30, 4:45

READ TO MOLLY--VIA ZOOM

Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud (over Zoom) to Molly, a sweet Labradoodle. Molly has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener. Molly and her person are members of the Pets and People Foundation. 

To REGISTER for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form 

REGISTER FOR UPCOMING MOLLY PROGRAMS BY 9:00 AM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net .

• We will e-mail you the Zoom link for Read To Molly the morning of your appointment.

• Please register for a maximum of one appointment a day.

program dates: Wednesdays:  1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24

Appointments available at: 4:00, 4:15, 4:30, 4:45

Join naturalist, John Root,as he discusses "Organic Gardening for Everyone." He will offer practical advice and inspiration to gardeners of all ages and physical conditions on growing vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flowers organically. Topics include composting and mulching to promote healthy soil, using space efficiently, growing plants from seed, succession planting, inviting beneficial wildlife, controlling weeds and pests naturally, and preserving homegrown produce.

This program will be held virtually over Zoom. You must register to receive the link to the Zoom meeting. Click on the button to register below. The link will be sent out the morning of the event.

This program is supported in part by the Acton-Boxborough Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency. 

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME-VIA ZOOM

Please join us on Zoom for Preschool Storytime, Thursdays at 10:00. Look for distinguished  picture books, lively singing, lots of movement, scavenger hunt ideas, sharing & more with Children’s librarian Elise.

• To register for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form (register  for upcoming programs by 9AM the morning of the program, at the latest) 

• REGISTER FOR UPCOMING PRESCHOOL STORYTIME PROGRAMS BY 9:00 AM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net .

• We will e-mail you the Zoom link for Zoom Family Storytime the morning the program will take place.

• Stay for as much of the program as you would like.

• This event series is a family program and all ages are welcome. 

program dates:  1/7, 1/14, 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25,

Program time: 10:00-10:45

CRAFT TOGETHER PROGRAM -VIA ZOOM

Join us on Zoom for Craft Together Program! Children's Librarian Lee will show you how to create a new craft Thursdays this Winter at 4:30 on Zoom. 

Bags with craft materials will be available outside the library Sunday, from 2:00-5:00 pm and the Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday,  from 10:30 am - 5:30 pm and Thursday before the program . Bags are first come first serve. Bags will be in our Curbside Pickup area. We ask that you practice social distancing when you get your bags. 

• To register for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form 

• REGISTER FOR UPCOMING CRAFT TOGETHER PROGRAMS BY 3:00 PM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

• Registrants will be emailed a zoom link to this program the morning of the program.  

• You don't need to attend the zoom program to grab a bag. 

• Didn't get a bag but still want to come to the program? You can use your own materials. 

• We ask that an adult be with child(ren) as a helper during these programs. 

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net 

This week we are making: 

TBA

Provided in the bags are:    

You will need (supplies from your home):

TBA

Program dates: Thursdays:      1/7, 1/14, 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 

Program time: 4:30-5:00

This program is for grades 7 and up. 

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS has moved online during the duration of our closure. Conect Megan at mwarren@minlib.net if you have questions or would like to join. 

Join Zentangle artist, Alissa Nicol, for an introduction to this easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. These patterns are called tangles.You create tangles with combinations of dots, lines, simple curves, S-curves and orbs.

The program is designed for kids ages 8-12

• Registration is limited. 

• To register for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form. 

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net .

• We will e-mail you the Zoom link the morning of the program.

• The library will contact those registered with instructions on how to pickup a set of paper and a gel pen at the library to use in the program.

LAPSIT - VIA ZOOM 

Children up to 36 months old and their grown-ups are invited to join Librarian Jane, via Zoom, to rhyme, bounce, and read with other little ones and their caregivers. We will share stories, songs, finger plays, and more to foster a love of books and early language development.

• To register for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form 

• REGISTER FOR UPCOMING LAPSIT  PROGRAMS BY 9:00 AM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

• Registrants will be emailed a zoom link to this program the morning of the program.  

• We ask that a caregiver be with child(ren) during these programs. 

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net 

Program dates: Tuesdays, 1/5, 1/12, 1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23

Time: 10:00-10:30

This program is for grades 7 and up. 

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS has moved online during the duration of our closure. Conect Megan at mwarren@minlib.net if you have questions or would like to join. 

READ TO MOLLY--VIA ZOOM

Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud (over Zoom) to Molly, a sweet Labradoodle. Molly has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener. Molly and her person are members of the Pets and People Foundation. 

To REGISTER for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form 

REGISTER FOR UPCOMING MOLLY PROGRAMS BY 9:00 AM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net .

• We will e-mail you the Zoom link for Read To Molly the morning of your appointment.

• Please register for a maximum of one appointment a day.

program dates: Wednesdays:  1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24

Appointments available at: 4:00, 4:15, 4:30, 4:45

READ TO MOLLY--VIA ZOOM

Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud (over Zoom) to Molly, a sweet Labradoodle. Molly has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener. Molly and her person are members of the Pets and People Foundation. 

To REGISTER for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form 

REGISTER FOR UPCOMING MOLLY PROGRAMS BY 9:00 AM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net .

• We will e-mail you the Zoom link for Read To Molly the morning of your appointment.

• Please register for a maximum of one appointment a day.

program dates: Wednesdays:  1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24

Appointments available at: 4:00, 4:15, 4:30, 4:45

READ TO MOLLY--VIA ZOOM

Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud (over Zoom) to Molly, a sweet Labradoodle. Molly has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener. Molly and her person are members of the Pets and People Foundation. 

To REGISTER for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form 

REGISTER FOR UPCOMING MOLLY PROGRAMS BY 9:00 AM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net .

• We will e-mail you the Zoom link for Read To Molly the morning of your appointment.

• Please register for a maximum of one appointment a day.

program dates: Wednesdays:  1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24

Appointments available at: 4:00, 4:15, 4:30, 4:45

READ TO MOLLY--VIA ZOOM

Young readers can make a 15 minute appointment to read aloud (over Zoom) to Molly, a sweet Labradoodle. Molly has gone to school to be a therapy dog, so she's the perfect listener. Molly and her person are members of the Pets and People Foundation. 

To REGISTER for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form 

REGISTER FOR UPCOMING MOLLY PROGRAMS BY 9:00 AM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net .

• We will e-mail you the Zoom link for Read To Molly the morning of your appointment.

• Please register for a maximum of one appointment a day.

program dates: Wednesdays:  1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24

Appointments available at: 4:00, 4:15, 4:30, 4:45

7th/ 8th GRADE BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP-VIA ZOOM

Join Librarian Lee for 7th/ 8th Grade Book Discussion Group!

We will get together, via Zoom, to talk about the book Improbable Theory of Ana and Zak  by Brian Katcher

 7th/ 8th Grade Book Discussion Group books available via Hoopla.   https://www.hoopladigital.com/title/12374777

More information on how to access books from Hoopla below*

Important information about the 7th/ 8th Grade Book Discussion Group:

• Registration is limited. Please register only if you plan to check out and read the book before our scheduled meeting. 

• We will discuss a different book at each meeting. Sign up for one discussion or more.

• To register for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form. 

• REGISTER FOR UPCOMING PROGRAMS BY 9:00 AM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net .

• We will e-mail you the Zoom link for 7th/ 8th Grade Book Discussion Group the morning of the program.

• 7th/ 8th Grade Book Discussion Group will meet via Zoom at 7:00. See program Dates below.

*7th/ 8th Grade Book Discussion Group books are available via Hoopla, an e-resource provided by Acton Memorial Library. Books checked out on Hoopla can be read on many digital devices (phones, kindle Fires, Ipads, Tablets, chromebooks, etc). Here is more information on Hoopla:

• Short Introduction to Hoopla video on AML YouTube channel: What is Hoopla?-from Read Watch Listen- a series on Free E-Resources at Acton Memorial Library

• Hoopla site
  On-demand ebooks, audiobooks, music, movies, and television shows available to Acton residents and residents of other subscribing communities.  Link to Hoopla: More info and Help

• Contact us if you have any questions on how to access Hoopla: Please email reference@actonma.gov,  or call 978-929-6543 and leave a message. A staff member will get back to you.

Program Dates: -- Wednesdays: 1/27,              2/24,         3/24,

Program Time: 7:00pm

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME-VIA ZOOM

Please join us on Zoom for Preschool Storytime, Thursdays at 10:00. Look for distinguished  picture books, lively singing, lots of movement, scavenger hunt ideas, sharing & more with Children’s librarian Elise.

• To register for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form (register  for upcoming programs by 9AM the morning of the program, at the latest) 

• REGISTER FOR UPCOMING PRESCHOOL STORYTIME PROGRAMS BY 9:00 AM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net .

• We will e-mail you the Zoom link for Zoom Family Storytime the morning the program will take place.

• Stay for as much of the program as you would like.

• This event series is a family program and all ages are welcome. 

program dates:  1/7, 1/14, 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25,

Program time: 10:00-10:45

CRAFT TOGETHER PROGRAM -VIA ZOOM

Join us on Zoom for Craft Together Program! Children's Librarian Lee will show you how to create a new craft Thursdays this Winter at 4:30 on Zoom. 

Bags with craft materials will be available outside the library Sunday, from 2:00-5:00 pm and the Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday,  from 10:30 am - 5:30 pm and Thursday before the program . Bags are first come first serve. Bags will be in our Curbside Pickup area. We ask that you practice social distancing when you get your bags. 

• To register for this program, click on the REGISTER button below and complete the registration form 

• REGISTER FOR UPCOMING CRAFT TOGETHER PROGRAMS BY 3:00 PM THE DAY OF THE PROGRAM, AT THE LATEST, PLEASE.

• Registrants will be emailed a zoom link to this program the morning of the program.  

• You don't need to attend the zoom program to grab a bag. 

• Didn't get a bag but still want to come to the program? You can use your own materials. 

• We ask that an adult be with child(ren) as a helper during these programs. 

• Questions? Email Acton Memorial Library’s children’s department at ACTChildrens@minlib.net 

This week we are making: 

TBA

Provided in the bags are:    

You will need (supplies from your home):

TBA

Program dates: Thursdays:      1/7, 1/14, 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 

Program time: 4:30-5:00

Zoom link for this meeting is available on the Agenda posted on the Town of Acton website.

This program is for grades 7 and up. 

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS has moved online during the duration of our closure. Conect Megan at mwarren@minlib.net if you have questions or would like to join. 

This program is for grades 7 and up. 

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS has moved online during the duration of our closure. Conect Megan at mwarren@minlib.net if you have questions or would like to join. 

This month's selection is Dark Tide, by Stephen Puleo.

Registration is required.

Zoom link for this meeting is available on the Agenda posted on the Town of Acton website.

This month's selection is Braiding Sweetgrass, by Robin Wall Kimmerer.

Registration is required.

Zoom link for this meeting is available on the Agenda posted on the Town of Acton website.

Zoom link for this meeting is available on the Agenda posted on the Town of Acton website.

Zoom link for this meeting is available on the Agenda posted on the Town of Acton website.

Zoom link for this meeting is available on the Agenda posted on the Town of Acton website.

Zoom link for this meeting is available on the Agenda posted on the Town of Acton website.

Zoom link for this meeting is available on the Agenda posted on the Town of Acton website.

Zoom link for this meeting is available on the Agenda posted on the Town of Acton website.

Zoom link for this meeting is available on the Agenda posted on the Town of Acton website.

Zoom link for this meeting is available on the Agenda posted on the Town of Acton website.