Events
The Acton Library provides educational programs for all ages. Our events are free and open to the public. Some programs have age recommendations. Please look at the event calendar to see if you need to register for a seat.
- OUTREACH: Tech Time_ Estuary
Monday, September 28, 2026 10:15 AM—1:30 PMEstuaryOff Site Tech Assistance with Brian at the Estuary of Old Saybrook. Book him at yourestuary.org
- Meet-up Mondays
Monday, September 28, 2026 1:00—2:30 PMGrady RoomThomas RoomMeet up with your friends or make new ones. Play one of our games (Rummikub, Mexican Train, Scrabble, Cribbage & more) or bring your own (Mahjong?). Coloring & puzzles too! Light refreshments will be served. Register online between 8/28/2026 10:00 AM and 9/28/2026 1:00 PM.
- HYBRID - Social Justice Book Discussion
Monday, September 28, 2026 6:30—7:45 PMGrady RoomThomas RoomTVWe 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. This month we will discuss One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This by Omar El Akkad. Register online between 8/28/2026 10:00 AM and 9/28/2026 3:00 PM.
- Estate Planning
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 6:00—7:30 PMGrady RoomThomas RoomMany individuals delay planning simply because they feel overwhelmed or unsure where to start. This seminar will provide attendees with an understanding of: The difference between wills and trusts Powers of attorney and healthcare directives Planning for minor children Avoiding common probate issues Steps to protect assets and reduce stress for loved ones Attendees can ask general questions and leave feeling more informed and empowered to make thoughtful decisions for themselves and their families. Presented by Legacy Law Partners. Register online between 8/29/2026 10:00 AM and 9/29/2026 6:00 PM.
- Acton Compassion-Knits
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 3:30—4:30 PMFriend's Conference RoomThis 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.
- CANCELED - YA: Dungeons and Dragons Club Fall Sessions
Friday, September 25, 2026 3:00—4:45 PMThomas RoomTVLocal adventurers come join our twice-monthly gathering of young adventurers. D&D 5e+ . Ages 12+ Choose to host your own squad or play as an adventurer in Mr. Story's sandbox
- Peace Crane Folding
Thursday, October 1, 2026 1:00—2:00 PMSelf-directedJoin us each week to fold Origami Peace Cranes. The purpose is to bring people together and find inner peace while folding the cranes. Once we reach 1,000 cranes, the cranes will be donated to a charity of the group's choosing. Directions and materials provided. No experience needed.
- YA : Drop-In Games Day
Thursday, October 1, 2026 3:00—4:30 PMProjectorTeen SpaceThomas RoomTV YA : Open Game Day 3:00 p.m.- 4:30 p.m. Join us this afternoon for some new and favorite tabletop or video games. Free and open to all, Ages 12-18.
- Drop-in Craft: Woven Potholder
Tuesday, October 6, 2026 3:00—4:30 PMLobbyDrop-in to create a woven potholder. Materials provided.
- Peace Crane Folding
Thursday, October 8, 2026 1:00—2:00 PMSelf-directedJoin us each week to fold Origami Peace Cranes. The purpose is to bring people together and find inner peace while folding the cranes. Once we reach 1,000 cranes, the cranes will be donated to a charity of the group's choosing. Directions and materials provided. No experience needed.
- Grab & Go Crafts
Friday, September 25, 2026 12:00 AM—11:59 PMChildren's RoomStop by the library each week to pick up one of Ms. Aliza’s Grab & Go craft kits. Available while supplies last.
- Sing & Stomp
Friday, September 25, 2026 10:30—11:30 AMGrady RoomThomas RoomJoin us for a song and dance party for children of all ages and their grown-ups! Sing & Stomp is a noisy half hour of songs, dances, and fingerplays. Cool down afterwards with toys and music. Free and open to all, no registration required. What to expect: *large, open room space, with windows *large playmat is centered in the room *use of musical props throughout the program, including bells, tambourines, shaker eggs, and rhythm sticks *occasional use of dancing scarves and a large parachute *loud music is played *participants sing and dance *free play begins after the cool down and includes blocks and toys *quiet music is played during free play Free and open to all. No Registration Required
- Pokémon Club @ APL!
Saturday, September 26, 2026 2:00—3:00 PMGrady RoomThomas RoomCalling all Pokémon trainers ages 6-11! Join our once-a-month Pokémon club where you can learn the card game with other enthusiasts, do a Pokémon activity, or make friends and talk all things Pokémon! Cards will be available for all to use during the program; no purchase necessary. Children may bring their own cards to play and trade, but parents/caregivers should plan to stay in the room if they wish to supervise trades. Parents/caregivers must remain in the library for the duration of the program. The event is free and open to all. Registration is preferred, but not required. Register online between 8/26/2026 10:00 AM and 9/26/2026 5:00 PM.
- Playgroup
Monday, September 28, 2026 10:30—11:30 AMGrady RoomThomas RoomThis drop-in, child-focused playgroup is for young children and their caregivers. Participants will be able to interact with others, make new friends, and learn and explore through play. Each session will include activities, sensory materials, and toys. No Registration Required Free and open to children ages 0-5 and their caregivers What to expect: large, open room space, with windows room arranged with tables for craft and sensory play, mat spaces for playing with blocks and toys, a cart with a variety of books accessible to read quiet music played during the hour children moving freely from one activity to another Children's Room staff member available for questions, recommendations for books & activities, and general assistance Caregivers responsible for monitoring their children
- Tinker Lab
Monday, September 28, 2026 3:30—4:30 PMGrady RoomThomas RoomJoin us for Tinker Lab! We'll use problem-solving skills to imagine, explore, tinker, build, code, play, and design! Marble mazes, Rube Goldberg machines, cardboard construction, and dance party coding are just a few of the activities we will try out. September: All things "building!" Cardboard construction with our new "Chomp Saw!" October: Chain reaction time; marble runs, Rube Goldberg machines, and domino falls. November: Time to explore coding! Dance Party from code.org and Scratch. December: Code with robots! Let's get those Sphero robots rolling on the floor. For Grades 2-6. Registration required. Register online between 8/14/2026 10:00 AM and 12/19/2026 8:00 PM.
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