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.
- American Trivia
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 6:00—7:30 PMGrady RoomThomas Room Each team will be asked 50 questions in 10 different categories, and the team with the most correct answers wins. Play as a team (4 max) or individual. Sponsored by the Friends of Acton Public Library. Register online between 5/9/2026 10:00 AM and 6/9/2026 6:00 PM.
- Acton Compassion-Knits
Wednesday, June 10, 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.
- Books on Tap Book Club
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 6:00—7:00 PMAdult Off-SiteMyrcene Ale Co.39 Ragged Rock Rd, Old Saybrook, CT, 06475Join Emily, Acton Library's Head of Circulation, to discuss Medicine River: A Story of Survival and the Legacy of Indian Boarding Schools by Mary Annette Pember. This group will meet at Myrcene Ale Co. Register online between 5/11/2026 10:00 AM and 6/10/2026 6:00 PM.
- Outdoor Walking Group
Thursday, June 11, 2026 10:30—11:30 AMAdult Off-SiteJoin Cindy for a 45-minute walk around the neighborhood. Register online between 3/16/2026 10:00 AM and 6/11/2026 10:30 AM.
- LV (VS)
Thursday, June 11, 2026 11:15 AM—1:00 PMStudy RoomLV
- YA : Library Advisory Board - Final Planning Meeting and Party
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 3:30—4:30 PMFriend's Conference RoomTeen SpaceDo you want to help at the library? Have a club you'd like to run ? help decide on games, displays, programs and collections Join us! Once a month- Service credit available for active participation Register online between 5/12/2026 10:00 AM and 6/9/2026 2:30 PM.
- Peace Crane Folding
Thursday, June 11, 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, June 11, 2026 3:00—4:30 PMThomas Room 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, June 12, 2026 3:00—4:45 PMFriend's Conference Roomtwice monthly gathering of young adventurers. D&D 5e . Ages 12+ Register online between 5/1/2026 10:00 AM and 6/12/2026 2:00 PM.
- World Wide Knit in Public Day
Saturday, June 13, 2026 10:30 AM—12:30 PMFriend's Conference RoomPatioPlease join us on the library patio for a drop-in knitting and crocheting event while enjoying some light refreshments. Share your passion for knitting in the company of others who knit and crochet! Bring along your own project or use our supplies to start a new project.
- America 250 Storytime - Reading is Revolutionary!
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 10:30—11:30 AMGrady RoomThomas Room Join us for our special guest reader, Firefighter Morrow! He will share stories about the important job firefighters do in our community. Plus, he may have a big truck to share with us! During 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. Registration now closed.
- Imaginary Tails with Izzy
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 3:30—4:30 PMChildren's RoomCome 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 Retirever 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!
- Goodwin Elementary Visit
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 9:15—10:15 AMChildren's RoomVisit to the library by Goodwin Elementary class.
- Goodwin Elementary Visit
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 10:30—11:30 AMChildren's RoomVisit to the library by Goodwin Elementary class.
- Peace Crane Folding
Thursday, June 11, 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.
Summer Reading 2026!
Summer Reading 2026 is here! Pick up your reading gameboard at the library, or register online to print from home. Register and you will automatically be entered in for a chance to win a Kobo Elipsa 2E eReader! Remember only one registration per person!
Why Hasn’t Construction Started?
While the funding is liquid and accounted for, the State Bond Commission must approve the release of the 2 million-dollar Connecticut State Library Construction Grant monies that was awarded in November 2023. Once their meeting convenes and the grant funds are released we can start contracting with architects and construction companies. The Acton Public Library Foundation is still currently fundraising for contingencies such as building construction cost increases and also for an endowment for future building projects. We appreciate all the supporters who have donated to get us to this point and hope the State Bonding Commission meets soon so that we can deliver an exciting new space for our community.
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