Acton Public Library

Patriotic Jigsaw Puzzle

Change in Sunday Hours

Fortnite Tournament

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Outdoor Walking April 16

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

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

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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.

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Adult Events

Acton Compassion-Knits
Wednesday, April 29, 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.
Outdoor Walking Group
Thursday, April 30, 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.
Tech Time with Rebecca G. @Acton Library
Thursday, April 30, 2026 1:00—4:00 PMTech Time TableNeed assistance using your laptop, iPad, Kindle, or other device? Take advantage of Tech Time! Meet with a tech-savvy librarian for a 20-minute one-on-one session to discuss your technology needs. Free and open to all. Reserve your spot by calling the library at 860-395-3184 or by emailing Rebecca G. at rgraebner@actonlibrary.org. THIS SERVICE IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. WE CANNOT FIX YOUR DEVICE. Categories Adult
Peace Crane Folding
Thursday, April 30, 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.
Evening Tech Support and Exploration!
Thursday, April 30, 2026 6:00—7:00 PMFriend's Conference RoomNeed Tech support, but can't make one of our daytime support times? Try our Thursday Evening Tech class! Join us for a series of workshops to help support your technology and digital needs. Each class will cover a specific topic, with ample time for hands-on practice and support! No registration required. Free and open to all Questions? Contact Rebecca at rgraebner@actonlibrary.org April 30th - Getting strange text messages saying you owe an EZPass fine? Learn some tips and tricks to avoid scams! May 7th - Parents & Caregivers - summer is coming! Learn about parental controls and strategies to manage your children's screen time. May 14th - Wondering about AI? Worried about how long your device will last? Join us and discuss trending digital and technology issues.

Teen Events

YA : Tri-Town Fortnite Tournament- vs Guilford vs Madison
Wednesday, April 29, 2026 3:30—6:30 PMGrady RoomThomas RoomTri town tourney returns with One up games Hosting another Fortnite tournament Home town Old Saybrook is now the location ( was scheduled for Guilford). Limited to 6 team spots available. Please register today Food, Fun, Prizes Register online between 4/1/2026 10:00 AM and 4/30/2026 2:00 PM.
Peace Crane Folding
Thursday, April 30, 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.
CANCELED - YA: Dungeons and Dragons Club
Friday, May 1, 2026 2:45—4:45 PMThomas RoomD&D club returns! Dungeons and Dragons - Our campaign is back. (now twice a month) Our regular adventurers took some side quests. ...we need some new ones Come join us for all things D&D. Want to make a new character? Discuss Best Tips for DMing? Join or 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
Rescheduled! ALL AGES: Patriotic Jigsaw Puzzle Competition
Saturday, May 2, 2026 1:00—4:00 PMSelf-directedJoin us for an ALL AGES Patriotic Jigsaw Puzzle Competition. You may join as a team (4 max.) or as an individual (to be added to a team with less than 4). Each team will receive the same 500-piece puzzle. This event was rescheduled to Sat. May 9. Sponsored by the Friends of Acton Public Library.
Peace Crane Folding
Thursday, May 7, 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.

Children's Events

CANCELED - Grub Club
Wednesday, April 29, 2026 3:30—4:30 PMGrady RoomThomas Room Spring Series - March 4th - April 29th. NO CLASS ON MARCH 18TH & APRIL 15TH. 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.
Peace Crane Folding
Thursday, April 30, 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.
Grab & Go Crafts
Friday, May 1, 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.
Sing & Stomp
Friday, May 1, 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
Rescheduled! ALL AGES: Patriotic Jigsaw Puzzle Competition
Saturday, May 2, 2026 1:00—4:00 PMSelf-directedJoin us for an ALL AGES Patriotic Jigsaw Puzzle Competition. You may join as a team (4 max.) or as an individual (to be added to a team with less than 4). Each team will receive the same 500-piece puzzle. This event was rescheduled to Sat. May 9. Sponsored by the Friends of Acton Public Library.

Why Hasn’t Construction Started?

April 23, 2026

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.