Give the gift of reading this holiday season by registering for a stack of 7 individually wrapped library books. Books can be opened each day leading up to the holidays. Reserve online at https://forms.gle/HUCfwKq4Y3MdwnsT8 or by calling the Library at 860-395-3184. Please note, the wrapped books are being borrowed from the library, and therefore will need to be returned at the end of the loan period. Participants must have an active library card. If you do not have a library card, but would like to apply for one, fill out a Library Card Application. Limit one per family.
This program is co-sponsored by Old Saybrook Early Childhood Council.
Give the gift of reading this holiday season by registering for a stack of 7 individually wrapped library books. Books can be opened each day leading up to the holidays. Reserve online at https://forms.gle/HUCfwKq4Y3MdwnsT8 or by calling the Library at 860-395-3184. Please note, the wrapped books are being borrowed from the library, and therefore will need to be returned at the end of the loan period. Participants must have an active library card. If you do not have a library card, but would like to apply for one, fill out a Library Card Application. Limit one per family.
This program is co-sponsored by Old Saybrook Early Childhood Council.
Learn how to play Wordle. Wordle is a New York Times game where you try to guess the 5 letter word in six tries.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Learn how to play Wordle. Wordle is a New York Times game where you try to guess the 5 letter word in six tries.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time!
Reserve a 20-minute one-on-one session with a tech savvy librarian to discuss your technology needs.*
Appointments are available on most Mondays between 12:00 P.M.- 2:00 P.M.
Free and open to all.
*Please note, this service is for educational purposes. We cannot fix your device.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time!
Reserve a 20-minute one-on-one session with a tech savvy librarian to discuss your technology needs.*
Appointments are available on most Mondays between 12:00 P.M.- 2:00 P.M.
Free and open to all.
*Please note, this service is for educational purposes. We cannot fix your device.
This is not a library sponsored program.
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*
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.
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, bstory@actonlibrary.org
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, bstory@actonlibrary.org
Take a walk at the library and enjoy a story!
A StoryWalk® is an innovative and delightful way for children--and adults--to enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time. This winter we are reading the book Waiting for Snow by Marsha Diane Arnold.
Read the story and take in the beautiful evergreen trees decorated by local businesses. Share pictures of your walk and tag us on social media with #APLstorywalk.
The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Storywalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.
Co-sponsored by Old Saybrook Garden Club and Friends of the Acton Library.
Take a walk at the library and enjoy a story!
A StoryWalk® is an innovative and delightful way for children--and adults--to enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time. This winter we are reading the book Waiting for Snow by Marsha Diane Arnold.
Read the story and take in the beautiful evergreen trees decorated by local businesses. Share pictures of your walk and tag us on social media with #APLstorywalk.
The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Storywalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.
Co-sponsored by Old Saybrook Garden Club and Friends of the Acton Library.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time! Reserve a 20-minute one-on-one session with a tech savvy librarian to discuss your technology needs.*
Appointments are available on Thursdays between 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Free and open to all.
*Please note, this service is for educational purposes. We cannot fix your device.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time! Reserve a 20-minute one-on-one session with a tech savvy librarian to discuss your technology needs.*
Appointments are available on Thursdays between 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Free and open to all.
*Please note, this service is for educational purposes. We cannot fix your device.
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
Ken Gloss, a rare book specialist and appraiser who is frequently seen on national TV, will talk in part about the history of his historic bookshop, which goes back to circa 1825. He is a second-generation owner. Ken will discuss growing up in the book business, show some of his favorite finds while enjoying “the thrill of the hunt,” and explain how he appraises books and manuscripts. He has many fascinating anecdotes to share about private and institutional collecting as well as guidelines for building and maintaining a significant collection. There will be a Q&A session at the conclusion of his talk and Ken will give some free verbal appraisals of books participants have on hand.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and will be available one month prior to the event.
Ken Gloss, a rare book specialist and appraiser who is frequently seen on national TV, will talk in part about the history of his historic bookshop, which goes back to circa 1825. He is a second-generation owner. Ken will discuss growing up in the book business, show some of his favorite finds while enjoying “the thrill of the hunt,” and explain how he appraises books and manuscripts. He has many fascinating anecdotes to share about private and institutional collecting as well as guidelines for building and maintaining a significant collection. There will be a Q&A session at the conclusion of his talk and Ken will give some free verbal appraisals of books participants have on hand.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and will be available one month prior to the event.
This is not a library sponsored program.
Do you love musicals? Here's your chance to burst into song in the library, watching movies featuring great songs that are fun to sing along to. Popcorn, drinks and on-screen lyrics will be provided. Free and open to all. No registration required.
October 7 - Sing (PG) - CANCELLED
December 2 - Mary Poppins (G)
January 6 - Frozen (PG)
February 3 - Greatest Showman (PG)
May 5 - Encanto (PG)
Do you love musicals? Here's your chance to burst into song in the library, watching movies featuring great songs that are fun to sing along to. Popcorn, drinks and on-screen lyrics will be provided. Free and open to all. No registration required.
October 7 - Sing (PG) - CANCELLED
December 2 - Mary Poppins (G)
January 6 - Frozen (PG)
February 3 - Greatest Showman (PG)
May 5 - Encanto (PG)
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 Acton Public Library's 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 Acton Public Library's 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.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time!
Reserve a 20-minute one-on-one session with a tech savvy librarian to discuss your technology needs.*
Appointments are available on most Mondays between 12:00 P.M.- 2:00 P.M.
Free and open to all.
*Please note, this service is for educational purposes. We cannot fix your device.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time!
Reserve a 20-minute one-on-one session with a tech savvy librarian to discuss your technology needs.*
Appointments are available on most Mondays between 12:00 P.M.- 2:00 P.M.
Free and open to all.
*Please note, this service is for educational purposes. We cannot fix your device.
We need wrappers! Lend a helping hand in wrapping up books for our Season of Books project.
Free and open to volunteers 13 and up. Registration is required.
We need wrappers! Lend a helping hand in wrapping up books for our Season of Books project.
Free and open to volunteers 13 and up. Registration is required.
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.
Please join us for Being Heumann: an unrepentant memoir of a disability rights activist by Judith Heumann. We will be joined by Elijah Manning from Inclusive Education LLC who will help facilitate a lively and thoughtful conversation. Copies of the book are 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.
Please join us for Being Heumann: an unrepentant memoir of a disability rights activist by Judith Heumann. We will be joined by Elijah Manning from Inclusive Education LLC who will help facilitate a lively and thoughtful conversation. Copies of the book are 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.
This is not a library sponsored program.
We need wrappers! Lend a helping hand in wrapping up books for our Season of Books project.
Free and open to volunteers 13 and up. Registration is required.
We need wrappers! Lend a helping hand in wrapping up books for our Season of Books project.
Free and open to volunteers 13 and up. Registration is required.
PLANNED CRAFT: SHARPIE MUGS
Join us after school for a drop in crafting session. Something different each time. Free and open to all, ages 12- 19.
Craft selection subject to change without notice*
PLANNED CRAFT: SHARPIE MUGS
Join us after school for a drop in crafting session. Something different each time. Free and open to all, ages 12- 19.
Craft selection subject to change without notice*
This is not a library sponsored program.
This group meets the first Tuesday of the month.
This month Dave Smith will discuss Why the Dramatic Difference between Union/Confederate- East and West.
Free and open to all.
This group meets the first Tuesday of the month.
This month Dave Smith will discuss Why the Dramatic Difference between Union/Confederate- East and West.
Free and open to all.
This group meets the first Wednesday of the month in the library.
This month's book is Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson.
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 Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson.
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? Hosted by YA librarian, performer and percussionist, Brian Story for an 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? Hosted by YA librarian, performer and percussionist, Brian Story for an 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.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time! Reserve a 20-minute one-on-one session with a tech savvy librarian to discuss your technology needs.*
Appointments are available on Thursdays between 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Free and open to all.
*Please note, this service is for educational purposes. We cannot fix your device.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time! Reserve a 20-minute one-on-one session with a tech savvy librarian to discuss your technology needs.*
Appointments are available on Thursdays between 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Free and open to all.
*Please note, this service is for educational purposes. We cannot fix your device.
We need wrappers! Lend a helping hand in wrapping up books for our Season of Books project.
Free and open to volunteers 13 and up. Registration is required.
We need wrappers! Lend a helping hand in wrapping up books for our Season of Books project.
Free and open to volunteers 13 and up. Registration is required.
It's National Brownie Day! Join us for a game and .. wait for it.. Brownies!
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
Please register for details.
Info: www.actonlibrary.org, 860-395-3184, bstory@actonlibrary.org
It's National Brownie Day! Join us for a game and .. wait for it.. Brownies!
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
Please register for details.
Info: www.actonlibrary.org, 860-395-3184, bstory@actonlibrary.org
Join Lisa, Acton Library's Head of Circulation, to discuss In Five Years by Rebecca Serle.
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 In Five Years by Rebecca Serle.
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.
We need wrappers! Lend a helping hand in wrapping up books for our Season of Books project.
Free and open to volunteers 13 and up. Registration is required.
We need wrappers! Lend a helping hand in wrapping up books for our Season of Books project.
Free and open to volunteers 13 and up. Registration is required.
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.
Would you like to play a game?!
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?!
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.
Cruella
2021, rated PG-13, 134 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.
Cruella
2021, rated PG-13, 134 min.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time!
Reserve a 20-minute one-on-one session with a tech savvy librarian to discuss your technology needs.*
Appointments are available on most Mondays between 12:00 P.M.- 2:00 P.M.
Free and open to all.
*Please note, this service is for educational purposes. We cannot fix your device.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time!
Reserve a 20-minute one-on-one session with a tech savvy librarian to discuss your technology needs.*
Appointments are available on most Mondays between 12:00 P.M.- 2:00 P.M.
Free and open to all.
*Please note, this service is for educational purposes. We cannot fix your device.
Sing along with the movie!
Sound of Music
1965, rated G, 145 min.
Light refreshments will be provided.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Sing along with the movie!
Sound of Music
1965, rated G, 145 min.
Light refreshments will be provided.
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 is not a library sponsored program.
It is National Cocoa Day! Come in for a cup of hot cocoa & make a marshmallow snowman.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
It is National Cocoa Day! Come in for a cup of hot cocoa & make a marshmallow snowman.
Free and open to all.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
PLANNED CRAFT: GLITTER DEER/RAM HEAD PAINTING
Join us after school for a drop in crafting session. Something different each time. Free and open to all, ages 12- 19.
Craft selection subject to change without notice*
PLANNED CRAFT: GLITTER DEER/RAM HEAD PAINTING
Join us after school for a drop in crafting session. Something different each time. Free and open to all, ages 12- 19.
Craft selection subject to change without notice*
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.
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, bstory@actonlibrary.org
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, bstory@actonlibrary.org
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time! Reserve a 20-minute one-on-one session with a tech savvy librarian to discuss your technology needs.*
Appointments are available on Thursdays between 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Free and open to all.
*Please note, this service is for educational purposes. We cannot fix your device.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time! Reserve a 20-minute one-on-one session with a tech savvy librarian to discuss your technology needs.*
Appointments are available on Thursdays between 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Free and open to all.
*Please note, this service is for educational purposes. We cannot fix your device.
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
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
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time!
Reserve a 20-minute one-on-one session with a tech savvy librarian to discuss your technology needs.*
Appointments are available on most Mondays between 12:00 P.M.- 2:00 P.M.
Free and open to all.
*Please note, this service is for educational purposes. We cannot fix your device.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time!
Reserve a 20-minute one-on-one session with a tech savvy librarian to discuss your technology needs.*
Appointments are available on most Mondays between 12:00 P.M.- 2:00 P.M.
Free and open to all.
*Please note, this service is for educational purposes. We cannot fix your device.
This book club will feature fiction books that are centered around food & cooking.
This month's book is The Little French Bistro by Nina George.
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 Little French Bistro by Nina George.
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 is not a library sponsored program.
PLANNED CRAFT: CANDY BOWL/ SLEIGH
Join us after school for a drop in crafting session. Something different each time. Free and open to all, ages 12- 19.
Craft selection subject to change without notice*
PLANNED CRAFT: CANDY BOWL/ SLEIGH
Join us after school for a drop in crafting session. Something different each time. Free and open to all, ages 12- 19.
Craft selection subject to change without notice*
Join Pam of Pam's Picassos to paint a winter scene.
Free and open to all ages 14+.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
Join Pam of Pam's Picassos to paint a winter scene.
Free and open to all ages 14+.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
This is not a library sponsored program.
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.
A Giving Tree: Ornament Exchange
Please Join Us on 12/21 at 6pm for a Winter Solstice celebration and ornament exchange reception.
This season we welcome you to reflect on what you might need this year, and what you may have to spare for someone else. This year’s tree exchange will allow you to craft or bring a used ornament of intention. Whether that intention be for someone’s increase of “peace”, “love”, “prosperity, “joy”, “laughter” or “mirth” … we have quite enough myrrh thanks. And in exchange you are welcome to remove one ornament (for each you’ve brought) symbolizing the changes you wish to manifest in your life and bring that ornament into your home. Let’s trim the tree with boughs of holly and happiness this holiday season. For details ask Brian at reference or at bstory@actonlibrary.org Free to participate, no registration required. While you can participate at any time while the tree is up (just ask for craft supplies or bring in your old ornaments)
A Giving Tree: Ornament Exchange
Please Join Us on 12/21 at 6pm for a Winter Solstice celebration and ornament exchange reception.
This season we welcome you to reflect on what you might need this year, and what you may have to spare for someone else. This year’s tree exchange will allow you to craft or bring a used ornament of intention. Whether that intention be for someone’s increase of “peace”, “love”, “prosperity, “joy”, “laughter” or “mirth” … we have quite enough myrrh thanks. And in exchange you are welcome to remove one ornament (for each you’ve brought) symbolizing the changes you wish to manifest in your life and bring that ornament into your home. Let’s trim the tree with boughs of holly and happiness this holiday season. For details ask Brian at reference or at bstory@actonlibrary.org Free to participate, no registration required. While you can participate at any time while the tree is up (just ask for craft supplies or bring in your old ornaments)
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! Reserve a 20-minute one-on-one session with a tech savvy librarian to discuss your technology needs.*
Appointments are available on Thursdays between 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Free and open to all.
*Please note, this service is for educational purposes. We cannot fix your device.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time! Reserve a 20-minute one-on-one session with a tech savvy librarian to discuss your technology needs.*
Appointments are available on Thursdays between 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Free and open to all.
*Please note, this service is for educational purposes. We cannot fix your device.
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.
This is not a library sponsored program.
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 Eat Better, Feel Better: My Recipes for Wellness and Healing, Inside and Out by Giada De Laurentiis.
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 Eat Better, Feel Better: My Recipes for Wellness and Healing, Inside and Out by Giada De Laurentiis.
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 fourth Wednesday of the month in the library.
This month's book is Over the Edge by Jonathan Kellerman.
This group meets the fourth Wednesday of the month in the library.
This month's book is Over the Edge by Jonathan Kellerman.
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, bstory@actonlibrary.org
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, bstory@actonlibrary.org
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time! Reserve a 20-minute one-on-one session with a tech savvy librarian to discuss your technology needs.*
Appointments are available on Thursdays between 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Free and open to all.
*Please note, this service is for educational purposes. We cannot fix your device.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time! Reserve a 20-minute one-on-one session with a tech savvy librarian to discuss your technology needs.*
Appointments are available on Thursdays between 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Free and open to all.
*Please note, this service is for educational purposes. We cannot fix your device.
Babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and the grownups who love them are invited to come together to play together musically. Little ones love playing along in class, and caregivers love being a part of their children’s growth into confident music-makers. And everyone loves our songs that’ll have you tapping along in no time. Music Together® is the perfect family activity!
Presented by Community Music School.
Babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and the grownups who love them are invited to come together to play together musically. Little ones love playing along in class, and caregivers love being a part of their children’s growth into confident music-makers. And everyone loves our songs that’ll have you tapping along in no time. Music Together® is the perfect family activity!
Presented by Community Music School.
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
Countdown to the “noon” year at this family friendly party designed for those too little to stay up until midnight. Enjoy crafts, snacks, music and of course, a balloon drop. Free and open to all. Space is limited, and registration is required.
Countdown to the “noon” year at this family friendly party designed for those too little to stay up until midnight. Enjoy crafts, snacks, music and of course, a balloon drop. Free and open to all. Space is limited, and registration is required.
This is not a library sponsored program.
This is not a library sponsored program.
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 George Noewatne will discuss famous and not-so-famous quotations by Civil War figures. Guess who said what and the story behind it.
Free and open to all.
This group meets the first Tuesday of the month.
This month George Noewatne will discuss famous and not-so-famous quotations by Civil War figures. Guess who said what and the story behind it.
Free and open to all.
This group meets the first Wednesday of the month in the library.
This month's book is Local Woman Missing by Mary Kubica.
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 Local Woman Missing by Mary Kubica.
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? Hosted by YA librarian, performer and percussionist, Brian Story for an 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? Hosted by YA librarian, performer and percussionist, Brian Story for an 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
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time! Reserve a 20-minute one-on-one session with a tech savvy librarian to discuss your technology needs.*
Appointments are available on Thursdays between 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Free and open to all.
*Please note, this service is for educational purposes. We cannot fix your device.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time! Reserve a 20-minute one-on-one session with a tech savvy librarian to discuss your technology needs.*
Appointments are available on Thursdays between 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Free and open to all.
*Please note, this service is for educational purposes. We cannot fix your device.
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.
Do you love musicals? Here's your chance to burst into song in the library, watching movies featuring great songs that are fun to sing along to. Popcorn, drinks and on-screen lyrics will be provided. Free and open to all. No registration required.
October 7 - Sing (PG) - CANCELLED
December 2 - Mary Poppins (G)
January 6 - Frozen (PG)
February 3 - Greatest Showman (PG)
May 5 - Encanto (PG)
Do you love musicals? Here's your chance to burst into song in the library, watching movies featuring great songs that are fun to sing along to. Popcorn, drinks and on-screen lyrics will be provided. Free and open to all. No registration required.
October 7 - Sing (PG) - CANCELLED
December 2 - Mary Poppins (G)
January 6 - Frozen (PG)
February 3 - Greatest Showman (PG)
May 5 - Encanto (PG)
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.
Would you like to play a game?!
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?!
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.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time!
Reserve a 20-minute one-on-one session with a tech savvy librarian to discuss your technology needs.*
Appointments are available on most Mondays between 12:00 P.M.- 2:00 P.M.
Free and open to all.
*Please note, this service is for educational purposes. We cannot fix your device.
Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time!
Reserve a 20-minute one-on-one session with a tech savvy librarian to discuss your technology needs.*
Appointments are available on most Mondays between 12:00 P.M.- 2:00 P.M.
Free and open to all.
*Please note, this service is for educational purposes. We cannot fix your device.
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. No registration is required; just drop-in!
(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. No registration is required; just drop-in!
(NO CLASS ON DAYS THAT OLD SAYBROOK PUBLIC SCHOOLS ARE CLOSED)
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.
