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.
- Thu, Sep 19, 2024 -- Tech Time with Emily at 12:00 PM
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. Location: Public Space
- Thu, Sep 19, 2024 -- Foodie Fiction Book Club at 2:00 PM
This book club will feature fiction books that are centered around food & cooking. This month's book is Good Taste: a novel in search of great food by Caroline Scott. Free and open to all. Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event. Location: Friend's Conference Room
- Thu, Sep 19, 2024 -- Exploring the Benefits of Mindfulness at 6:00 PM
This presentation will include: What is Mindfulness? An introduction to the science and research supporting it. Engage in either a Mindful Movement practice or Mindful Eating Meditation. Be led in a seated mediation practice: Finding Your Anchor. Learn ways to incorporate mindfulness practices in your daily life. Benefits of a Mindfulness Practice include: Reduced stress Increased focus & attention Improved health & well being Improved pain management A greater sense of connection, aliveness, connection and joy This session will be presented by Jessica Williamson. Free and open to all. Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event. Location: Grady Thomas Room
- Mon, Sep 23, 2024 -- Tech Time with Brian at 10:30 AM
Need 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 Brian at bstory@actonlibrary.org. THIS SERVICE IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. WE CANNOT FIX YOUR DEVICE. Location: Public Space
- Mon, Sep 23, 2024 -- Meet-up Mondays at 1:30 PM
    Meet up with your friends or make new ones. Play one of our games (Rummikub, Mexican Train, Scrabble, Cribbage & more) or bring your own (Mahjong?). Coloring & puzzles too! Light refreshments will be served. Free and open to all. Registration suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event. Location: Grady Thomas Room
- Thu, Sep 19, 2024 -- YA : Drop-In Game Day- Pirate Day at 3:00 PM
  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.  Ahoy! It's Pirate day let's celebrrrrate Free and open to all, Ages 12-18. Location: Thomas Room
- Fri, Sep 20, 2024 -- YA Game Day: Dungeons and Dragons Club at 3:00 PM
Dungeons 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  Location: Thomas Room
- Tue, Sep 24, 2024 -- YA Y.A.L.L. Drop-In Sessions at 3:00 PM
Join Mr Story after school with the Youth Act(i)on Library League .. Drop- in Sessions can be shaped in many ways - Games, Crafts, Book Clubs, Service Projects YOU decide! Location: Teen Space
- Thu, Sep 26, 2024 -- YA Event: Teen Virtual Reality Tournament Against Madison & Guilford Free Library @ Madison at 4:00 PM
   Join us this afternoon as we join OneUp games and players from Guilford and Old Saybrook at the Madison Scranton Library for Competitive and Co-Op VR Gaming Free and open to all, Ages 12-18. Limited to first 7 signups  Please Register Today Location: Off-Site
- Fri, Sep 27, 2024 -- Rescheduled- YA Event: Screen Test Workshop with Lisa lelas at 3:00 PM
This event has been rescheduled for December 6th 2024 Location: CANCELLED
- Fri, Sep 20, 2024 -- Grab & Go Crafts at 10:00 AM
Stop by the library each week to pick up one of Miss Rebecca's Grab & Go craft kits. Free and open to all. Available while supplies last. No registration required. Location: Children's Room
- Fri, Sep 20, 2024 -- Sing & Stomp - Drop In at 10:30 AM
September 13 - September 27 A song and dance party for children of all ages and their grown up. 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. Location: Grady Thomas Room
- Sat, Sep 21, 2024 -- Harry Potter Party at 2:00 PM
Join us for a Harry Potter themed party in celebration of the Boy Who Lived! Get sorted into your house, customize your own wand, play a game of Quidditch, and much more! Suitable for Wizards, Witches, and Muggles ages 7 and older. Space is limited and registration is required.  Location: Grady Thomas Room
- Mon, Sep 23, 2024 -- Playgroup - Drop In at 10:30 AM
September 9 - September 30 This drop-in, child-focused playgroup is for young children and their caregivers. Participants will have the opportunity to interact with others, make new friends, and learn by playing in a literacy-enriched environment. Each session will include activities, sensory materials, and toys. Free and open to all, no registration required. Location: Grady Thomas Room
- Tue, Sep 24, 2024 -- Storytime - Registered at 10:30 AM
September 10 - September 24 Story 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. Space is limited and registration is required for each week. Location: Grady Thomas Room
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