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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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- YA : Library Advisory Board - Planning Meeting #2
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 3:30—4:30 PMTeen SpaceThomas RoomDo 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 in the L.A.B. - Service credit available for active participation - First one of the School Year ! Register online between 9/1/2026 10:00 AM and 10/13/2026 2:30 PM.
- Peace Crane Folding
Thursday, October 15, 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, October 15, 2026 3:00—4:30 PMProjectorTeen SpaceTV 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: Stress, Out. Peace, In - a QUIET space by design
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 3:00—3:30 PMGrady RoomTVA quiet space by design - register in advance to reserve a personal zone for a lil while after school Guided individual or group meditation upon request, Or just a cool, calming spot with a book. Some spacy tunes or a bit of silence. We got ya. Contact Mr. Story for details. Register online between 9/1/2026 9:45 AM and 10/20/2026 2:30 PM.
- YA: Stress, Out. Peace, In - a QUIET space by design - Drop-In
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 3:30—4:00 PMGrady RoomTVA quiet space by design - register in advance to reserve a personal zone for a lil while after school Guided individual or group meditation upon request, Or just a cool, calming spot with a book. Some spacy tunes or a bit of silence. We got ya. Contact Mr. Story for details. Register online between 9/1/2026 9:45 AM and 10/20/2026 2:30 PM.
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