• Mon, Jul 15, 2024 -- Learn & Play Playgroup - Summer Session at 10:30 AM

    The Summer Session will run from July 8 - August 12. 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. Location: Grady Thomas Room

  • Tue, Jul 16, 2024 -- Bilingual Storytime - Summer Session at 10:30 AM

    The Summer Session will run from July 9 - August 13. Story time for all! Children and a caregiver are welcome to join Miss Emily and Señora Diane for stories, songs and fun! Free and open to all. Registration is suggested. ¡Hora de cuentos para todos! ¡Los niños y un cuidador pueden unirse a Miss Emily y Señora Diane para escuchar historias, canciones y divertirse! Gratuito y abierto a todos. Se sugiere registrarse. Sponsored by Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services, Old Saybrook Early Childhood Council and Acton Public Library. Location: Grady Thomas Room

  • Tue, Jul 16, 2024 -- Lunch Bunch Summer Food Program at 11:30 AM

    Free bagged lunch provided by Old Saybrook restaurants! Starting on July 9, drop by the library on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM for a free bagged lunch prepared and donated by local area restaurants. Free and open to children under the age of 18. Lunches are available on a first come, first served basis.  Sponsored by Old Saybrook Public Health Nursing Board and Acton Public Library THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR RESTAURANT PARTNERS! The Estuary Mindy K's Parthenon Diner Old Saybrook  Pasta Vita Old Saybrook  Pizza Works  TJ's Restaurant and Pizzeria Walt's Market Old Saybrook  Location: Gallery

  • Wed, Jul 17, 2024 -- Grab & Go Activity Kit -DIY Compost at 10:00 AM

    Become an Earth Agent this summer! Sign up each week for a very special STEM themed activity kit. Kits are limited and registration is required.  CREATE YOUR OWN COMPOST - This week master the art of composting as you learn how organic matter decomposes. Explore how animal and insect agents help to break down waste and return nutrients to th earth.  Pick up your reserved kit anytime during library hours starting on Wednesday each week. Made possible by the Friends of Acton Library     Location: Children's Room

  • Wed, Jul 17, 2024 -- Lunch Bunch Summer Food Program at 11:30 AM

    Free bagged lunch provided by Old Saybrook restaurants! Starting on July 9, drop by the library on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM for a free bagged lunch prepared and donated by local area restaurants. Free and open to children under the age of 18. Lunches are available on a first come, first served basis.  Sponsored by Old Saybrook Public Health Nursing Board and Acton Public Library THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR RESTAURANT PARTNERS! The Estuary Mindy K's Parthenon Diner Old Saybrook  Pasta Vita Old Saybrook  Pizza Works  TJ's Restaurant and Pizzeria Walt's Market Old Saybrook  Location: Gallery

Book Bundles

Book Bundles

Book Bundles are back! We're excited to bundle books for your child about things they love!
Baby Bundles

Baby Bundles

Have a new baby? Pick up a Baby Bundle!
Sparkler

Sparkler

Children’s brains grow rapidly in their earliest years, laying the foundation for the rest of their lives — with learning fueled by play and interactions between children and their parents and caregivers.

Libby

eBooks, audiobooks and magazines

Starfall

Teaching children reading and mathematics

Funbrain

Online educational games for kids of all ages