Thursday, July 9, 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.

Friday, July 10, 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. 

Friday, July 10, 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

Monday, July 13, 2026 10:30—11:15 AMGrady RoomThomas RoomTVNew program - Sensory Storytime! Join us for a welcoming, small-group Sensory Storytime ideal for any child who may benefit from a modified storytime experience (especially those on the autism spectrum, who have sensory processing difficulties, or who struggle in large groups). Includes softer lighting, reduced noise, additional visual aids, and sensory objects. After the storytime, families are welcome to stay for playtime at four different sensory stations! This program is designed for children ages 3-11 who are functioning at a preschool-to-early-elementary developmental level.  Registration is limited to 12. This program will be led by Shanon Stevens, an inclusive library programming consultant with over 20 years of leadership experience in public and school libraries. She holds both a Master of Library Science and a Master’s degree in Special Education. Contact Rebecca Graebner for more information - rgraebner@actonlibrary.org This event was made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation of Middlesex County. Register online between 6/13/2026 10:00 AM and 8/8/2026 8:00 PM.

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 10:30—11:30 AMGrady RoomThomas Room Director of Old Saybrook Youth & Family Services, Heather McNeil, will share a great story about the Statue of Liberty and how schoolchildren helped build the pedestal she stands on! During the months of June & July, join us for America 250 - Reading is Revolutionary! We'll read stories that highlight the bold and brave individuals who helped shape our nation, then and now. Story time for all! Children and caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, fingerplays, bounces, and so much more.  Enjoy free play after the stories and songs. What to expect: *large, open room space with windows *room is arranged with chairs around a large playmat, facing the reading chair, and tables are behind the reader that hold a felt board and covered boxes with items for free play *hour starts with music and movement activities, followed by sitting for the stories (typically 2-3), then ends with more music, singing, and movement activities, including bubbles *free play begins after the bubbles *quiet music is played during free play Free and open to all. Registration is preferred, but not required. Register online between 6/13/2026 10:00 AM and 7/13/2026 8:00 PM.