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CLOSED: Monday, November 11, Veterans Day

Regular Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 10am to 8pm
Friday & Saturday:  10am to 5pm
                    Sunday:  1:00 pm to 5:00 pm

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Acton Public Library

60 Old Boston Post Road
Old Saybrook, CT 06475
Tel: 860-395-3184

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.

  • Shoreline Civil War Roundtable

    Tuesday, November 5, 2024 6:15—7:30 PMGrady RoomActon Public Library60 Old Boston Post Rd, OLD SAYBROOK, CT, 06475Thomas RoomActon Public Library60 Old Boston Post Rd, OLD SAYBROOK, CT, 06475This group meets the first Tuesday of the month. This month, Charles Fischer will discuss, "Political Generals."

  • Wednesday Book Discussion Group

    Wednesday, November 6, 2024 10:30 AM—12:00 PMGrady RoomActon Public Library60 Old Boston Post Rd, OLD SAYBROOK, CT, 06475This group meets the first Wednesday of the month in the library. This month's book is The Diamond Eye by Kate Quinn.

  • Acton Compassion-Knits

    Wednesday, November 6, 2024 4:00—5:00 PMFriend's Conference RoomActon Public Library60 Old Boston Post Rd, OLD SAYBROOK, CT, 06475This 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.

  • Tech Time with Emily

    Thursday, November 7, 2024 12:00—5:00 PMTech Time TableActon Public Library60 Old Boston Post Rd, OLD SAYBROOK, CT, 06475 Need assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time! Meet with a tech savvy librarian for a 30-minute one-on-one session to discuss your technology needs. Appointments are available on Thursdays betweent 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM. Free and open to all. Reserve your spot by calling the library at 860-395-3184 or by emailing Emily at esheehan@actonlibrary.org. THIS SERVICE IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. WE CANNOT FIX YOUR DEVICE.

  • Susan B. Anthony - Failure is Impossible

    Tuesday, November 12, 2024 6:30—7:30 PMGrady RoomActon Public Library60 Old Boston Post Rd, OLD SAYBROOK, CT, 06475Thomas RoomActon Public Library60 Old Boston Post Rd, OLD SAYBROOK, CT, 06475Susan B. Anthony was a women’s rights activist, and she devoted her life to racial, gender, and educational equality. She is one of the most famous women in American history, she played a prominent role in the women’s suffrage movement; the 19th Amendment, which gave women the right to vote and she also was in support of women’s labor organizations and for a woman’s right to own property.  Presented by Sheryl Faye. Register online between 10/12/2024 10:00 AM and 11/12/2024 6:30 PM.

  • YA Game DAY: D&D Adventures 2.0 Session B for older players

    Wednesday, November 6, 2024 6:00—7:45 PMThomas RoomActon Public Library60 Old Boston Post Rd, OLD SAYBROOK, CT, 06475 YA Game DAY: D&D Adventures 2.0 Session B This once monthly session (occasionally twice) is for sword slingers, spell casters and adventurers  16+ years old.  Register online between 11/1/2024 9:00 AM and 11/6/2024 5:30 PM.

  • YA : Drop-In Games Day

    Thursday, November 7, 2024 3:00—4:30 PMTeen SpaceActon Public Library60 Old Boston Post Rd, OLD SAYBROOK, CT, 06475 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.

  • All Ages: Open Mic

    Wednesday, November 13, 2024 6:00—7:45 PMGrady RoomActon Public Library60 Old Boston Post Rd, OLD SAYBROOK, CT, 06475Thomas RoomActon Public Library60 Old Boston Post Rd, OLD SAYBROOK, CT, 06475 Open Mic Join us for A poem or rant, a story...This month, slam it down, we'll pick it up. Got some original comedy or read alouds? Step up to the mic. It all goes. Location: Grady Thomas Room or Acton Patio if weather permits Register online between 10/29/2024 9:00 AM and 11/14/2024 6:00 PM.

  • YA : Drop-In Games Day

    Thursday, November 14, 2024 3:00—4:30 PMThomas RoomActon Public Library60 Old Boston Post Rd, OLD SAYBROOK, CT, 06475 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.

  • YA: Dungeons and Dragons Club

    Friday, November 15, 2024 3:00—4:45 PMThomas RoomActon Public Library60 Old Boston Post Rd, OLD SAYBROOK, CT, 06475Dungeons and Dragons - While our weekly campaign is on hold, Our regular adventurers took some side quests... Come join us for all things D&D. Want to make a new character? Discuss Best Tips for DMing? Run a One Shot? Learn about running your own homebrew campaign? Access our growing reference Library of texts and tomes? Drop ins of New/Returning players are always welcome. Ages 10 + Under 12 requires Adult supervision on site 

  • Storytime

    Tuesday, November 5, 2024 10:30—11:30 AMGrady RoomActon Public Library60 Old Boston Post Rd, OLD SAYBROOK, CT, 06475Thomas RoomActon Public Library60 Old Boston Post Rd, OLD SAYBROOK, CT, 06475Story time for all! Children and a caregiver are welcome to join Miss Emily for stories, fingerplays, bounces and so much more. Free and open to all. Register online between 10/28/2024 10:00 AM and 11/5/2024 10:30 AM.

  • Popcorn Palooza: Family Movie

    Tuesday, November 5, 2024 1:00—3:30 PMGrady RoomActon Public Library60 Old Boston Post Rd, OLD SAYBROOK, CT, 06475Thomas RoomActon Public Library60 Old Boston Post Rd, OLD SAYBROOK, CT, 06475Everyone is invited to enjoy popcorn and watch a newly released family movie on the big screen. Free and open to all. No registration required.

  • Grub Club

    Wednesday, November 6, 2024 3:30—4:30 PMGrady RoomActon Public Library60 Old Boston Post Rd, OLD SAYBROOK, CT, 06475Thomas RoomActon Public Library60 Old Boston Post Rd, OLD SAYBROOK, CT, 06475 October 30 - November 13 Calling all Junior Chefs! Grub Club is a popular after-school cooking club where young chefs can learn basic cooking skills and fun new recipes to make for the family. All supplies are provided. Please disclose any allergies upon registering.  Funded by the Old Saybrook Public Health Nursing Board and presented by Kathy Cobb, MS, RDN,Public Health Nutritionist.  Register online between 10/2/2024 10:00 AM and 11/13/2024 3:30 PM.

  • Grab & Go Crafts

    Friday, November 8, 2024 12:00 AM—11:59 PMChildren's RoomActon Public Library60 Old Boston Post Rd, OLD SAYBROOK, CT, 06475Stop by the library each week to pick up one of Miss Rebecca's Grab & Go craft kits. Available while supplies last. 

  • STEM Day

    Friday, November 8, 2024 3:30—4:30 PMGrady RoomActon Public Library60 Old Boston Post Rd, OLD SAYBROOK, CT, 06475Thomas RoomActon Public Library60 Old Boston Post Rd, OLD SAYBROOK, CT, 06475Celebrate National STEM Day! Drop-in for STEM related activities.

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Museum Passes

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