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Entries will be accepted from Saturday, April 1, 2023 through Saturday, April 22, 2023 at the library.
Entry forms are available at the library & on the library's website.
https://www.actonlibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/POETRY-COMPETITION-ENTRY-FORM-2023.pdf
Rules for all participants:
Open to all ages in the following divisions:
Grades 1-3, Grades 4-6, Grades 7-8, Grades 9-12, Adult
Winners will be notified by phone beginning May 15, 2023, and will be recognized during the library’s annual Poetry Presentation on Sunday, May 21 at 2:00 p.m.
Awards will be provided by the Friends of Acton Public Library.
Entries will be accepted from Saturday, April 1, 2023 through Saturday, April 22, 2023 at the library.
Entry forms are available at the library & on the library's website.
https://www.actonlibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/POETRY-COMPETITION-ENTRY-FORM-2023.pdf
Rules for all participants:
Open to all ages in the following divisions:
Grades 1-3, Grades 4-6, Grades 7-8, Grades 9-12, Adult
Winners will be notified by phone beginning May 15, 2023, and will be recognized during the library’s annual Poetry Presentation on Sunday, May 21 at 2:00 p.m.
Awards will be provided by the Friends of Acton Public Library.
This program will be held using Zoom.
Come explore your family roots! Meet with other patrons who are gathering information about their family trees and learn about the research databases that are available to you here at the library, including Ancestry Library Edition and FamilySearch.
This program will be held using Zoom.
Come explore your family roots! Meet with other patrons who are gathering information about their family trees and learn about the research databases that are available to you here at the library, including Ancestry Library Edition and FamilySearch.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time!
Meet with a tech savvy librarian for a 20-minute one-on-one session to discuss your technology needs. Appointments are available on Thursdays betweent 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM.
Free and open to all. Reserve your spot by calling the library at 860-395-3184 or by emailing Emily at esheehan@actonlibrary.org.
THIS SERVICE IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. WE CANNOT FIX YOUR DEVICE.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time!
Meet with a tech savvy librarian for a 20-minute one-on-one session to discuss your technology needs. Appointments are available on Thursdays betweent 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM.
Free and open to all. Reserve your spot by calling the library at 860-395-3184 or by emailing Emily at esheehan@actonlibrary.org.
THIS SERVICE IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. WE CANNOT FIX YOUR DEVICE.
Learn to play backgammon.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Learn to play backgammon.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
YA Game DAY: KAHOOT Teen Trivia
Join us for online Kahoot style trivia via ZOOM
@ Acton Public Library/ ZOOM. Free and open to all Ages 12-18
Please register for details.
Info: www.actonlibrary.org, 860-395-3184, bstory@actonlibrary.org
YA Game DAY: KAHOOT Teen Trivia
Join us for online Kahoot style trivia via ZOOM
@ Acton Public Library/ ZOOM. Free and open to all Ages 12-18
Please register for details.
Info: www.actonlibrary.org, 860-395-3184, bstory@actonlibrary.org
Drop by the library to get creative with Miss Rebecca. Crafts are designed for children ages 5 and up. Available while supplies last. Free and open to all. No registration required.
Drop by the library to get creative with Miss Rebecca. Crafts are designed for children ages 5 and up. Available while supplies last. Free and open to all. No registration required.
This course offers an introduction to vegetable gardening – the art and the science. It addresses what is needed to grow a bountiful vegetable garden. It explores the key factors to achieving and sustaining gardening success. The course includes three spring classroom meetings and a visit to Common Good Gardens, a ½ acre working vegetable garden in Old Saybrook, CT.
Suggested reading: The New Gardener's Handbook: Everything You Need to Know to Grow a Beautiful & Bountiful Garden by Daryl Beyers.
Part 2: How Plants Work
1. Roots and Shoots; Flowers and Fruits
2. Soil Texture, Structure and Fertility
3. Soil Tests and Recommendations
4. Compost: What is it? Why compost?
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
This course offers an introduction to vegetable gardening – the art and the science. It addresses what is needed to grow a bountiful vegetable garden. It explores the key factors to achieving and sustaining gardening success. The course includes three spring classroom meetings and a visit to Common Good Gardens, a ½ acre working vegetable garden in Old Saybrook, CT.
Suggested reading: The New Gardener's Handbook: Everything You Need to Know to Grow a Beautiful & Bountiful Garden by Daryl Beyers.
Part 2: How Plants Work
1. Roots and Shoots; Flowers and Fruits
2. Soil Texture, Structure and Fertility
3. Soil Tests and Recommendations
4. Compost: What is it? Why compost?
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Friday 10-4
Saturday 10-3
in Library Lobby
Trade, paperbacks, children's, CD's, Puzzle
Friday 10-4
Saturday 10-3
in Library Lobby
Trade, paperbacks, children's, CD's, Puzzle
A song and dance party for children of all ages and their grown up. Sing & Stomp is a noisy half hour of songs, dances and fingerplays. Cool down afterwards with toys and music. Free and open to all. Registration is suggested.
A song and dance party for children of all ages and their grown up. Sing & Stomp is a noisy half hour of songs, dances and fingerplays. Cool down afterwards with toys and music. Free and open to all. Registration is suggested.
This is not a library sponsored program.
Dungeons and Dragons - Join us each week for continuing adventures of long running homebrew campaign
New/Returning players welcome. Registration is suggested as space in the party is limited.
Register at actonlibrary.org for details and links
Dungeons and Dragons - Join us each week for continuing adventures of long running homebrew campaign
New/Returning players welcome. Registration is suggested as space in the party is limited.
Register at actonlibrary.org for details and links
Friday 10-4 Saturday 10-3 in Library Lobby Trade, paperbacks, children's, CD's, Puzzle
Friday 10-4 Saturday 10-3 in Library Lobby Trade, paperbacks, children's, CD's, Puzzle
Lend a helping hand at our Tiny Art Show event!
Assist with setup, decorating, clean up and more. Free and open to volunteers ages 13 and up. Registration is required.
Lend a helping hand at our Tiny Art Show event!
Assist with setup, decorating, clean up and more. Free and open to volunteers ages 13 and up. Registration is required.
Celebrate Youth Art Month by creating a tiny work of art on a 3″x3″ stretched canvas, using paints and your imagination. Your art will be part of a special display here at the library during the month of April! Open to all ages. Space is limited, and registration is required. Available while supplies last.
Want to create your work of art at home? Grab & Go kits will be available. Just remember to return your finished canvas to the library by April 3rd.
Sponsored by the Friends of Acton Library.
Celebrate Youth Art Month by creating a tiny work of art on a 3″x3″ stretched canvas, using paints and your imagination. Your art will be part of a special display here at the library during the month of April! Open to all ages. Space is limited, and registration is required. Available while supplies last.
Want to create your work of art at home? Grab & Go kits will be available. Just remember to return your finished canvas to the library by April 3rd.
Sponsored by the Friends of Acton Library.
This child-focused playgroup is for young children and their caregivers. Participants will have the opportunity to interact with others, make new friends, and learn by playing in a literacy-enriched environment. Each session will include activities, sensory materials, and toys.
Registration is suggested.
(NO CLASS ON DAYS THAT OLD SAYBROOK PUBLIC SCHOOLS ARE CLOSED)
This child-focused playgroup is for young children and their caregivers. Participants will have the opportunity to interact with others, make new friends, and learn by playing in a literacy-enriched environment. Each session will include activities, sensory materials, and toys.
Registration is suggested.
(NO CLASS ON DAYS THAT OLD SAYBROOK PUBLIC SCHOOLS ARE CLOSED)
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time!
Meet with a tech savvy librarian for a 20-minute one-on-one session to discuss your technology needs. Appointments are available on Most Mondays between 10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.
Free and open to all. Reserve your spot by calling the library at 860-395-3184 or by emailing Brian at bstory@actonlibrary.org.
THIS SERVICE IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. WE CANNOT FIX YOUR DEVICE.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time!
Meet with a tech savvy librarian for a 20-minute one-on-one session to discuss your technology needs. Appointments are available on Most Mondays between 10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.
Free and open to all. Reserve your spot by calling the library at 860-395-3184 or by emailing Brian at bstory@actonlibrary.org.
THIS SERVICE IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. WE CANNOT FIX YOUR DEVICE.
This course offers an introduction to vegetable gardening – the art and the science. It addresses what is needed to grow a bountiful vegetable garden. It explores the key factors to achieving and sustaining gardening success. The course includes three spring classroom meetings and a visit to Common Good Gardens, a ½ acre working vegetable garden in Old Saybrook, CT.
Suggested reading: The New Gardener's Handbook: Everything You Need to Know to Grow a Beautiful & Bountiful Garden by Daryl Beyers.
Part 3: Garden Operations
1. Planting and Mulching: Getting plants off to a good start
2. Watering and irrigation
3. Pests and Pathogens: Selecting Safe Solutions
4. Selecting Tools
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
This course offers an introduction to vegetable gardening – the art and the science. It addresses what is needed to grow a bountiful vegetable garden. It explores the key factors to achieving and sustaining gardening success. The course includes three spring classroom meetings and a visit to Common Good Gardens, a ½ acre working vegetable garden in Old Saybrook, CT.
Suggested reading: The New Gardener's Handbook: Everything You Need to Know to Grow a Beautiful & Bountiful Garden by Daryl Beyers.
Part 3: Garden Operations
1. Planting and Mulching: Getting plants off to a good start
2. Watering and irrigation
3. Pests and Pathogens: Selecting Safe Solutions
4. Selecting Tools
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Story time for all! Children and a caregiver are welcome to join Miss Emily for stories, fingerplays, bounces and so much more. Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested.
(NO CLASS ON DAYS THAT OLD SAYBROOK PUBLIC SCHOOLS ARE CLOSED)
Story time for all! Children and a caregiver are welcome to join Miss Emily for stories, fingerplays, bounces and so much more. Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested.
(NO CLASS ON DAYS THAT OLD SAYBROOK PUBLIC SCHOOLS ARE CLOSED)
Come Join Y.A.L.L. in this Once monthly session assisting the library with programs, collection development and philanthropy.
Credit given towards volunteer service hours*
Come Join Y.A.L.L. in this Once monthly session assisting the library with programs, collection development and philanthropy.
Credit given towards volunteer service hours*
Check out a copy of the chosen cookbook for the month, make a recipe within the cookbook & bring it to the meeting for members to sample. This is required to attend.
This month's cookbook is Together: Memorable Meals Made Easy by Jamie Oliver.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Check out a copy of the chosen cookbook for the month, make a recipe within the cookbook & bring it to the meeting for members to sample. This is required to attend.
This month's cookbook is Together: Memorable Meals Made Easy by Jamie Oliver.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
This is not a library sponsored program.
We will be playing Mexican Train, a game played with dominoes. The object of the game is for a player to play all the tiles from his or her hand onto one or more chains, or trains, emanating from a central hub or "station".
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
We will be playing Mexican Train, a game played with dominoes. The object of the game is for a player to play all the tiles from his or her hand onto one or more chains, or trains, emanating from a central hub or "station".
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Calling all Junior Chefs!
Grub Club is back by popular demand! Come to the library to learn new and delicious recipes.
Open to children ages 8 and up. Space is limited, and registration is required.
Funded by the Old Saybrook Public Health Nursing Board and presented by Kathy Cobb, MS, RDN,Public Health Nutritionist.
Calling all Junior Chefs!
Grub Club is back by popular demand! Come to the library to learn new and delicious recipes.
Open to children ages 8 and up. Space is limited, and registration is required.
Funded by the Old Saybrook Public Health Nursing Board and presented by Kathy Cobb, MS, RDN,Public Health Nutritionist.
This group, led by Acton Public Library staff members, will knit and/or crochet items to be donated to a cause. Needles, yarn & patterns will be provided for charity projects.
You may also bring your own supplies to work on a project of your own.
Free and open to all.
No registration necessary.
This group, led by Acton Public Library staff members, will knit and/or crochet items to be donated to a cause. Needles, yarn & patterns will be provided for charity projects.
You may also bring your own supplies to work on a project of your own.
Free and open to all.
No registration necessary.
This is not a library sponsored program.
Join YA Librarian and artist,
Brian Story for another fun evening of craft and conversation.
Celebrate our Art Month by creating a tiny work of art on a 3″x3″ stretched canvas, using paints and your imagination. Your art will be part of a special display here at the library during the month of April! Open to all ages. Families are especially welcome. Space is limited, and registration is required. Available while supplies last. Sponsored by the Friends of Acton Library.
Join YA Librarian and artist,
Brian Story for another fun evening of craft and conversation.
Celebrate our Art Month by creating a tiny work of art on a 3″x3″ stretched canvas, using paints and your imagination. Your art will be part of a special display here at the library during the month of April! Open to all ages. Families are especially welcome. Space is limited, and registration is required. Available while supplies last. Sponsored by the Friends of Acton Library.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time!
Meet with a tech savvy librarian for a 20-minute one-on-one session to discuss your technology needs. Appointments are available on Thursdays betweent 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM.
Free and open to all. Reserve your spot by calling the library at 860-395-3184 or by emailing Emily at esheehan@actonlibrary.org.
THIS SERVICE IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. WE CANNOT FIX YOUR DEVICE.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time!
Meet with a tech savvy librarian for a 20-minute one-on-one session to discuss your technology needs. Appointments are available on Thursdays betweent 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM.
Free and open to all. Reserve your spot by calling the library at 860-395-3184 or by emailing Emily at esheehan@actonlibrary.org.
THIS SERVICE IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. WE CANNOT FIX YOUR DEVICE.
Learn to play backgammon.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Learn to play backgammon.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
YA Game DAY: Open Game Day
3:00 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Join us this afternoon for some new and favorite tabletop games.
Free and open to all Ages 12-18.
YA Game DAY: Open Game Day
3:00 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Join us this afternoon for some new and favorite tabletop games.
Free and open to all Ages 12-18.
Drop by the library to get creative with Miss Rebecca. Crafts are designed for children ages 5 and up. Available while supplies last. Free and open to all. No registration required.
Drop by the library to get creative with Miss Rebecca. Crafts are designed for children ages 5 and up. Available while supplies last. Free and open to all. No registration required.
A song and dance party for children of all ages and their grown up. Sing & Stomp is a noisy half hour of songs, dances and fingerplays. Cool down afterwards with toys and music. Free and open to all. Registration is suggested.
A song and dance party for children of all ages and their grown up. Sing & Stomp is a noisy half hour of songs, dances and fingerplays. Cool down afterwards with toys and music. Free and open to all. Registration is suggested.
Dungeons and Dragons - Join us each week for continuing adventures of long running homebrew campaign
New/Returning players welcome. Registration is suggested as space in the party is limited.
Register at actonlibrary.org for details and links
Dungeons and Dragons - Join us each week for continuing adventures of long running homebrew campaign
New/Returning players welcome. Registration is suggested as space in the party is limited.
Register at actonlibrary.org for details and links
Stop by the library for a chance to read to our local therapy dog Henry, the Bernese Mountain Dog! Reading times are available on a first come, first served basis. Free and open to all. No registration required.
Stop by the library for a chance to read to our local therapy dog Henry, the Bernese Mountain Dog! Reading times are available on a first come, first served basis. Free and open to all. No registration required.
Gallery
Gwen Pond will share her collection of puppets.
Children's Room
Tiny Art from Children's program
Gallery
Gwen Pond will share her collection of puppets.
Children's Room
Tiny Art from Children's program
This is not a library sponsored event.
This is not a library sponsored program.
This child-focused playgroup is for young children and their caregivers. Participants will have the opportunity to interact with others, make new friends, and learn by playing in a literacy-enriched environment. Each session will include activities, sensory materials, and toys.
Registration is suggested.
(NO CLASS ON DAYS THAT OLD SAYBROOK PUBLIC SCHOOLS ARE CLOSED)
This child-focused playgroup is for young children and their caregivers. Participants will have the opportunity to interact with others, make new friends, and learn by playing in a literacy-enriched environment. Each session will include activities, sensory materials, and toys.
Registration is suggested.
(NO CLASS ON DAYS THAT OLD SAYBROOK PUBLIC SCHOOLS ARE CLOSED)
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time!
Meet with a tech savvy librarian for a 20-minute one-on-one session to discuss your technology needs. Appointments are available on Mondays between 10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.
Free and open to all. Reserve your spot by calling the library at 860-395-3184 or by emailing Brian at bstory@actonlibrary.org.
THIS SERVICE IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. WE CANNOT FIX YOUR DEVICE.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time!
Meet with a tech savvy librarian for a 20-minute one-on-one session to discuss your technology needs. Appointments are available on Mondays between 10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.
Free and open to all. Reserve your spot by calling the library at 860-395-3184 or by emailing Brian at bstory@actonlibrary.org.
THIS SERVICE IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. WE CANNOT FIX YOUR DEVICE.
This is not a library sponsored program.
Relax while coloring & chatting with others.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Relax while coloring & chatting with others.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
We will be discussing This Chair Rocks: A Manifesto Against Ageism by Ashton Applewhite.
We will be joined by Elijah Manning from Inclusive Education LLC who will help facilitate a lively and thoughtful conversation. Copies of the book will be available for checkout at the library! We will make a Zoom link if people want to participate that way.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
We will be discussing This Chair Rocks: A Manifesto Against Ageism by Ashton Applewhite.
We will be joined by Elijah Manning from Inclusive Education LLC who will help facilitate a lively and thoughtful conversation. Copies of the book will be available for checkout at the library! We will make a Zoom link if people want to participate that way.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Story time just for all! Children and a caregiver are welcome to join Miss Emily for stories, fingerplays, bounces and so much more. Free and open to all. No registration required.
(NO CLASS ON DAYS THAT OLD SAYBROOK PUBLIC SCHOOLS ARE CLOSED)
Story time just for all! Children and a caregiver are welcome to join Miss Emily for stories, fingerplays, bounces and so much more. Free and open to all. No registration required.
(NO CLASS ON DAYS THAT OLD SAYBROOK PUBLIC SCHOOLS ARE CLOSED)
Read any non-fiction book and share with the group.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Read any non-fiction book and share with the group.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Join Mr Story after school with the Youth Act(i)on Library League ..
Drop- in Sessions can be shaped in many ways - Games, Crafts, Book Club; YOU decide
Join Mr Story after school with the Youth Act(i)on Library League ..
Drop- in Sessions can be shaped in many ways - Games, Crafts, Book Club; YOU decide
This group meets the first Tuesday of the month.
This month Dan Hayden will discuss A Hazardous Undertaking - Gunpowder Makers During the Civil War.
Free and open to all.
This group meets the first Tuesday of the month.
This month Dan Hayden will discuss A Hazardous Undertaking - Gunpowder Makers During the Civil War.
Free and open to all.
This group meets the first Wednesday of the month in the library.
This month's book is The Elephant of Belfast by S. Kirk Walsh.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
This group meets the first Wednesday of the month in the library.
This month's book is The Elephant of Belfast by S. Kirk Walsh.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
This group, led by Acton Public Library staff members, will knit and/or crochet items to be donated to a cause. Needles, yarn & patterns will be provided for charity projects.
You may also bring your own supplies to work on a project of your own.
Free and open to all.
No registration necessary.
This group, led by Acton Public Library staff members, will knit and/or crochet items to be donated to a cause. Needles, yarn & patterns will be provided for charity projects.
You may also bring your own supplies to work on a project of your own.
Free and open to all.
No registration necessary.
This is not a library sponsored program.
YA Game DAY: D&D Adventures 2.0 Session B
This bi weekly session is for sword slingers 16+ years old.
@ Acton Public Library. Free and open to Ages 16+
Please register for details.
Info: www.actonlibrary.org, 860-395-3184
YA Game DAY: D&D Adventures 2.0 Session B
This bi weekly session is for sword slingers 16+ years old.
@ Acton Public Library. Free and open to Ages 16+
Please register for details.
Info: www.actonlibrary.org, 860-395-3184
Learn to play backgammon.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Learn to play backgammon.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
YA Game DAY: KAHOOT Teen Trivia
Join us for online Kahoot style trivia via ZOOM
@ Acton Public Library/ ZOOM. Free and open to all Ages 12-18
Please register for details.
Info: www.actonlibrary.org, 860-395-3184,
YA Game DAY: KAHOOT Teen Trivia
Join us for online Kahoot style trivia via ZOOM
@ Acton Public Library/ ZOOM. Free and open to all Ages 12-18
Please register for details.
Info: www.actonlibrary.org, 860-395-3184,
Drop by the library to get creative with Miss Rebecca. Crafts are designed for children ages 5 and up. Available while supplies last. Free and open to all. No registration required.
Drop by the library to get creative with Miss Rebecca. Crafts are designed for children ages 5 and up. Available while supplies last. Free and open to all. No registration required.
Patricia Horn O'Brien will read poetry from her new book, The Scatter & the Gap.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Patricia Horn O'Brien will read poetry from her new book, The Scatter & the Gap.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
This is not a library sponsored program.
Would you like to play a game?! Run One??!
Adventurers wanted for a One-Shot, DnD 5e Session.
We will determine choice of adventure and balance level setting based on the collective experience and interest
of the players in attendance, So it can be fun for everyone. Ages 12+ Please. Register to save your seat at the table
Free and open to all.
Would you like to play a game?! Run One??!
Adventurers wanted for a One-Shot, DnD 5e Session.
We will determine choice of adventure and balance level setting based on the collective experience and interest
of the players in attendance, So it can be fun for everyone. Ages 12+ Please. Register to save your seat at the table
Free and open to all.
Join us for a movie on our 9 foot screen.
Ticket to Paradise
2022, PG-13 104 min.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Join us for a movie on our 9 foot screen.
Ticket to Paradise
2022, PG-13 104 min.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
No children's programs from April 10 - 14 Please feel free to enjoy the toys and coloring pages in the Children's Room. See you next week!
No children's programs from April 10 - 14 Please feel free to enjoy the toys and coloring pages in the Children's Room. See you next week!
OneUp Games returns to Acton for April Break. Your choice of the top consoles and games or take your turn on one of the Quest 2 VR sets!
(Psssst!...Did you know a Quest 2 VR gaming set is going to be a big Summer Reading Prize this year?! - Come and try one out for a virtual spin)
Free and open to all, Ages 12-19. Ages 9-11 require adult caregiver to be present.
Please register at the link.
OneUp Games returns to Acton for April Break. Your choice of the top consoles and games or take your turn on one of the Quest 2 VR sets!
(Psssst!...Did you know a Quest 2 VR gaming set is going to be a big Summer Reading Prize this year?! - Come and try one out for a virtual spin)
Free and open to all, Ages 12-19. Ages 9-11 require adult caregiver to be present.
Please register at the link.
This book club will feature fiction books that are centered around food & cooking.
This month's book is The City Baker's Guide to Country Living by Louise Miller.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
This book club will feature fiction books that are centered around food & cooking.
This month's book is The City Baker's Guide to Country Living by Louise Miller.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
This group, led by Acton Public Library staff members, will knit and/or crochet items to be donated to a cause. Needles, yarn & patterns will be provided for charity projects.
You may also bring your own supplies to work on a project of your own.
Free and open to all.
No registration necessary.
This group, led by Acton Public Library staff members, will knit and/or crochet items to be donated to a cause. Needles, yarn & patterns will be provided for charity projects.
You may also bring your own supplies to work on a project of your own.
Free and open to all.
No registration necessary.
Open Mic
Join us for a strum and a song. A poem or rant. Some comedy or read alouds? Karaoke?
Have a unique item with family history with a story to share?
Hosted by YA librarian, performer and percussionist, Brian Story for this Open Mic.
@ Acton Public Library. Free and open to All Ages
Please register for details.
Info: www.actonlibrary.org, 860-395-3184, bstory@actonlibrary.org
Location: Grady Thomas Room or Acton Patio if weather permits
Open Mic
Join us for a strum and a song. A poem or rant. Some comedy or read alouds? Karaoke?
Have a unique item with family history with a story to share?
Hosted by YA librarian, performer and percussionist, Brian Story for this Open Mic.
@ Acton Public Library. Free and open to All Ages
Please register for details.
Info: www.actonlibrary.org, 860-395-3184, bstory@actonlibrary.org
Location: Grady Thomas Room or Acton Patio if weather permits
This program will be held using Zoom.
Come explore your family roots! Meet with other patrons who are gathering information about their family trees and learn about the research databases that are available to you here at the library, including Ancestry Library Edition and FamilySearch.
This program will be held using Zoom.
Come explore your family roots! Meet with other patrons who are gathering information about their family trees and learn about the research databases that are available to you here at the library, including Ancestry Library Edition and FamilySearch.
Join us for Tea, Toast and a live reading from Tolkien.
On this Day in Shire reckoning Frodo set forth.
Join us as we celebrate in Hobbit fashion with good food and a great book
Join us for Tea, Toast and a live reading from Tolkien.
On this Day in Shire reckoning Frodo set forth.
Join us as we celebrate in Hobbit fashion with good food and a great book
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time!
Meet with a tech savvy librarian for a 20-minute one-on-one session to discuss your technology needs. Appointments are available on Thursdays betweent 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM.
Free and open to all. Reserve your spot by calling the library at 860-395-3184 or by emailing Emily at esheehan@actonlibrary.org.
THIS SERVICE IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. WE CANNOT FIX YOUR DEVICE.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time!
Meet with a tech savvy librarian for a 20-minute one-on-one session to discuss your technology needs. Appointments are available on Thursdays betweent 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM.
Free and open to all. Reserve your spot by calling the library at 860-395-3184 or by emailing Emily at esheehan@actonlibrary.org.
THIS SERVICE IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. WE CANNOT FIX YOUR DEVICE.
Today is National Scrabble Day. Join us for a game!
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Today is National Scrabble Day. Join us for a game!
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Join Lisa, Acton Library's Head of Circulation, to discuss The Good Luck of Right Now by Matthew Quick.
This group will meet at Myrcene Ale Co.
Free and open to all ages 21+.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Join Lisa, Acton Library's Head of Circulation, to discuss The Good Luck of Right Now by Matthew Quick.
This group will meet at Myrcene Ale Co.
Free and open to all ages 21+.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Join Cindy for a 45 minute walk around the neighborhood.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as spaces are limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Join Cindy for a 45 minute walk around the neighborhood.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as spaces are limited and is available one month prior to the event.
As the warmer temperatures and longer days of spring unfold, many tender, young edible shoots, plants, flowers, and even a few fungi awaken a forager’s senses and delight. Learn how to identify, sustainably harvest, and prepare the wild foods of spring, from invasive bamboo shoots to the lemony tang of fresh wood sorrel, including some of the early edible fungi of the season. Join The 3 Foragers as they discuss the edible plants and fungi of spring, with their original photos and recipe ideas featured in an educational slideshow. A perusal of our library property if time and conditions allow. Stay for the Q &A
The 3 Foragers are a family from southeastern Connecticut who have been identifying, photographing, and cooking with the edible plants and fungi of New England for more than 10 years. Their blog, Facebook page, and newly published book all focus on family-friendly, environmentally sustainable harvest of both our native and invasive species of plants, and ways to incorporate these foods into your diet with original recipes.
Free and open to all ages. Please register online to reserve your spot
As the warmer temperatures and longer days of spring unfold, many tender, young edible shoots, plants, flowers, and even a few fungi awaken a forager’s senses and delight. Learn how to identify, sustainably harvest, and prepare the wild foods of spring, from invasive bamboo shoots to the lemony tang of fresh wood sorrel, including some of the early edible fungi of the season. Join The 3 Foragers as they discuss the edible plants and fungi of spring, with their original photos and recipe ideas featured in an educational slideshow. A perusal of our library property if time and conditions allow. Stay for the Q &A
The 3 Foragers are a family from southeastern Connecticut who have been identifying, photographing, and cooking with the edible plants and fungi of New England for more than 10 years. Their blog, Facebook page, and newly published book all focus on family-friendly, environmentally sustainable harvest of both our native and invasive species of plants, and ways to incorporate these foods into your diet with original recipes.
Free and open to all ages. Please register online to reserve your spot
Dungeons and Dragons - This week we take a break from the adventure and spend some fun time painting miniatures and or terrian.
Bring your own favorites and supplies if you have them ( limited supplies will be provided).
And Join us each week for continuing adventures of our long running homebrew campaign
Dungeons and Dragons - This week we take a break from the adventure and spend some fun time painting miniatures and or terrian.
Bring your own favorites and supplies if you have them ( limited supplies will be provided).
And Join us each week for continuing adventures of our long running homebrew campaign
This is not a library sponsored program.
This course offers an introduction to vegetable gardening – the art and the science. It addresses what is needed to grow a bountiful vegetable garden. It explores the key factors to achieving and sustaining gardening success. The course includes three spring classroom meetings and a visit to Common Good Gardens, a ½ acre working vegetable garden in Old Saybrook, CT.
Suggested reading: The New Gardener's Handbook: Everything You Need to Know to Grow a Beautiful & Bountiful Garden by Daryl Beyers.
Part 4: Garden Tour/ Demonstration
1. CGG: Mission, and Organization
2. CGG: Performance Results
3. CGG: Required Tasks and Talents
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
This course offers an introduction to vegetable gardening – the art and the science. It addresses what is needed to grow a bountiful vegetable garden. It explores the key factors to achieving and sustaining gardening success. The course includes three spring classroom meetings and a visit to Common Good Gardens, a ½ acre working vegetable garden in Old Saybrook, CT.
Suggested reading: The New Gardener's Handbook: Everything You Need to Know to Grow a Beautiful & Bountiful Garden by Daryl Beyers.
Part 4: Garden Tour/ Demonstration
1. CGG: Mission, and Organization
2. CGG: Performance Results
3. CGG: Required Tasks and Talents
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
This is not a library sponsored program.
This is not a library sponsored program.
This child-focused playgroup is for young children and their caregivers. Participants will have the opportunity to interact with others, make new friends, and learn by playing in a literacy-enriched environment. Each session will include activities, sensory materials, and toys.
Registration is suggested.
(NO CLASS ON DAYS THAT OLD SAYBROOK PUBLIC SCHOOLS ARE CLOSED)
This child-focused playgroup is for young children and their caregivers. Participants will have the opportunity to interact with others, make new friends, and learn by playing in a literacy-enriched environment. Each session will include activities, sensory materials, and toys.
Registration is suggested.
(NO CLASS ON DAYS THAT OLD SAYBROOK PUBLIC SCHOOLS ARE CLOSED)
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time!
Meet with a tech savvy librarian for a 20-minute one-on-one session to discuss your technology needs. Appointments are available on Mondays between 10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.
Free and open to all. Reserve your spot by calling the library at 860-395-3184 or by emailing Brian at bstory@actonlibrary.org.
THIS SERVICE IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. WE CANNOT FIX YOUR DEVICE.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time!
Meet with a tech savvy librarian for a 20-minute one-on-one session to discuss your technology needs. Appointments are available on Mondays between 10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.
Free and open to all. Reserve your spot by calling the library at 860-395-3184 or by emailing Brian at bstory@actonlibrary.org.
THIS SERVICE IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. WE CANNOT FIX YOUR DEVICE.
“Memories in Hine Sight” is the culmination of local Lyme resident Skip Hine’s 45 year career as an award winning NYC commercial photographer. Whether shooting in his studio or traveling the world for advertising and corporate clients, his recently published book of photographs and entertaining back stories gives the reader an insightful view of his career while working with famous athletes, celebrities, executives and politicians. His stories not only describe how many of these images were created, but also reflects on his journey of personal growth and determination to succeed despite early family tragedies. Several of these photographs are part of his presentation that describes both the creative and challenging logistical decisions he faced to make the images successful. Books will be available for purchase during the event.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
“Memories in Hine Sight” is the culmination of local Lyme resident Skip Hine’s 45 year career as an award winning NYC commercial photographer. Whether shooting in his studio or traveling the world for advertising and corporate clients, his recently published book of photographs and entertaining back stories gives the reader an insightful view of his career while working with famous athletes, celebrities, executives and politicians. His stories not only describe how many of these images were created, but also reflects on his journey of personal growth and determination to succeed despite early family tragedies. Several of these photographs are part of his presentation that describes both the creative and challenging logistical decisions he faced to make the images successful. Books will be available for purchase during the event.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Story time just for all! Children and a caregiver are welcome to join Miss Emily for stories, fingerplays, bounces and so much more. Free and open to all. No registration required.
(NO CLASS ON DAYS THAT OLD SAYBROOK PUBLIC SCHOOLS ARE CLOSED)
Story time just for all! Children and a caregiver are welcome to join Miss Emily for stories, fingerplays, bounces and so much more. Free and open to all. No registration required.
(NO CLASS ON DAYS THAT OLD SAYBROOK PUBLIC SCHOOLS ARE CLOSED)
Join Mr Story after school with the Youth Act(i)on Library League ..
Drop- in Sessions can be shaped in many ways - Games, Crafts, Book Club; YOU decide
Join Mr Story after school with the Youth Act(i)on Library League ..
Drop- in Sessions can be shaped in many ways - Games, Crafts, Book Club; YOU decide
Create folded book art. Materials provided.
Free and open to all ages 14+.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Create folded book art. Materials provided.
Free and open to all ages 14+.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Become a phone photography pro with this hands-on class. Bring your device and learn how to use filters, when to use the flash and how to share your photos. Free and open to all. Registration is required as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Become a phone photography pro with this hands-on class. Bring your device and learn how to use filters, when to use the flash and how to share your photos. Free and open to all. Registration is required as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Join Claudia on the 3rd Wednesday each month.
This month's book is Hollow Fires by Samira Ahmed.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Join Claudia on the 3rd Wednesday each month.
This month's book is Hollow Fires by Samira Ahmed.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
This group, led by Acton Public Library staff members, will knit and/or crochet items to be donated to a cause. Needles, yarn & patterns will be provided for charity projects.
You may also bring your own supplies to work on a project of your own.
Free and open to all.
No registration necessary.
This group, led by Acton Public Library staff members, will knit and/or crochet items to be donated to a cause. Needles, yarn & patterns will be provided for charity projects.
You may also bring your own supplies to work on a project of your own.
Free and open to all.
No registration necessary.
YA Game DAY: D&D Adventures 2.0 Session B
This bi weekly session is for sword slingers 16+ years old.
@ Acton Public Library. Free and open to Ages 16+
Please register for details.
Info: www.actonlibrary.org, 860-395-3184
YA Game DAY: D&D Adventures 2.0 Session B
This bi weekly session is for sword slingers 16+ years old.
@ Acton Public Library. Free and open to Ages 16+
Please register for details.
Info: www.actonlibrary.org, 860-395-3184
This is not a library sponsored program.
This is not a library sponsored program.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time!
Meet with a tech savvy librarian for a 20-minute one-on-one session to discuss your technology needs. Appointments are available on Thursdays betweent 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM.
Free and open to all. Reserve your spot by calling the library at 860-395-3184 or by emailing Emily at esheehan@actonlibrary.org.
THIS SERVICE IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. WE CANNOT FIX YOUR DEVICE.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time!
Meet with a tech savvy librarian for a 20-minute one-on-one session to discuss your technology needs. Appointments are available on Thursdays betweent 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM.
Free and open to all. Reserve your spot by calling the library at 860-395-3184 or by emailing Emily at esheehan@actonlibrary.org.
THIS SERVICE IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. WE CANNOT FIX YOUR DEVICE.
Learn to play backgammon.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Learn to play backgammon.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
YA Game DAY: KAHOOT Teen Trivia
Join us for online Kahoot style trivia via ZOOM
@ Acton Public Library/ ZOOM. Free and open to all Ages 12-18
Please register for details.
Info: www.actonlibrary.org, 860-395-3184,
YA Game DAY: KAHOOT Teen Trivia
Join us for online Kahoot style trivia via ZOOM
@ Acton Public Library/ ZOOM. Free and open to all Ages 12-18
Please register for details.
Info: www.actonlibrary.org, 860-395-3184,
Drop by the library to get creative with Miss Rebecca. Crafts are designed for children ages 5 and up. Available while supplies last. Free and open to all. No registration required.
Drop by the library to get creative with Miss Rebecca. Crafts are designed for children ages 5 and up. Available while supplies last. Free and open to all. No registration required.
Participants will be divided into 2 teams. 50 questions will be asked from 10 different catergories ( geography, state capitals, history, presidents, pop culture, movies & television, music & literature, sports, science & nature and business.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Participants will be divided into 2 teams. 50 questions will be asked from 10 different catergories ( geography, state capitals, history, presidents, pop culture, movies & television, music & literature, sports, science & nature and business.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
A song and dance party for children of all ages and their grown up. Sing & Stomp is a noisy half hour of songs, dances and fingerplays. Cool down afterwards with toys and music. Free and open to all. Registration is suggested.
A song and dance party for children of all ages and their grown up. Sing & Stomp is a noisy half hour of songs, dances and fingerplays. Cool down afterwards with toys and music. Free and open to all. Registration is suggested.
Join Cindy for a 45 minute walk around the neighborhood.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as spaces are limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Join Cindy for a 45 minute walk around the neighborhood.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as spaces are limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Dungeons and Dragons - Join us each week for continuing adventures of long running homebrew campaign
New/Returning players welcome. Registration is suggested as space in the party is limited.
Register at actonlibrary.org for details and links
Dungeons and Dragons - Join us each week for continuing adventures of long running homebrew campaign
New/Returning players welcome. Registration is suggested as space in the party is limited.
Register at actonlibrary.org for details and links
This is not a library sponsored program.
Lend a helping hand at our Superhero Party!
Assist with setup, crafts, activites, clean up and more. Free and open to volunteers ages 13 and up. Registration is required.
Lend a helping hand at our Superhero Party!
Assist with setup, crafts, activites, clean up and more. Free and open to volunteers ages 13 and up. Registration is required.
