Saturday, July 18, 2026 2:00—3:00 PMGrady RoomPatioThomas 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 5/20/2026 10:00 AM and 8/14/2026 8:00 PM.

Monday, July 20, 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 6. 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 6/20/2026 10:00 AM and 8/15/2026 8:00 PM.

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 10:30—11:30 AMGrady RoomThomas Room During the month 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 6/20/2026 10:00 AM and 7/20/2026 8:00 PM.

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 11:30 AM—12:30 PMGrady RoomLobbyStaff LoungeThomas RoomFree Lunches for Kids (Ages 2–18) Tuesdays & Wednesdays, July 7th - 29th, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Join us at the Acton Public Library in Old Saybrook for the "LUNCH BUNCH" Summer Food Program! This free lunch program provides nutritious meals to children and teens (ages 2–18) in the community. Come enjoy a delicious, free lunch and meet new friends this summer. No registration required – just stop by and enjoy! This program was made possible by the Old Saybrook Public Health Nursing Board, with meals donated by local restaurants. 

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 12:00—1:00 PMChildren's RoomCome cool off this summer and read your favorite book with Izzy, our friendly certified reading dog! Sign up at the Children's Desk for 10-minute reading spots. Izzy is a 2-year-old Golden Retriever that loves belly rubs and snuggles. Izzy greets new friends with a gentle sniff and is a great listener! She can't wait to hear all the stories that library kids and their grown-ups will read to her!  Izzy's human grown-ups, Liz & Jody Moss, are excited to sit with Izzy and listen to stories too!