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.
- CANCELED - Indoor Walking Group
Wednesday, February 25, 2026 12:15—1:00 PMAdult Off-SiteOld Saybrook Park & Rec308 Main St., Old Saybrook, CT, 06475WALKING GROUP WILL BE AT 12:15 TODAY! Join Cindy for an indoor walk at the OS Park & Rec. upstairs track.
- CANCELED - Mystery Book Club
Wednesday, February 25, 2026 1:00—2:00 PMGrady RoomDue to weather, this program is canceled. Please join us next month for Mystery Book Club! This group meets the fourth Wednesday of the month. This month's book is Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn.
- Acton Compassion-Knits
Wednesday, February 25, 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.
- Tech Time with Rebecca G. @Acton Library
Thursday, February 26, 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, February 26, 2026 1:00—2:00 PMThomas RoomJoin 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. Register online between 1/26/2026 10:00 AM and 5/14/2026 1:00 PM.
- YA : Drop-In Games Day
Thursday, February 26, 2026 3:00—4:30 PMTeen Space 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 : Drop-In Games Day
Thursday, March 5, 2026 3:00—4:30 PMTeen Space 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, March 6, 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 Register online between 2/11/2026 9:00 AM and 3/6/2026 2:00 PM.
- YA : Library Advisory Board - Planning Meeting
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 3:30—4:30 PMFriend's Conference 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- Service credit available for active participation Register online between 11/12/2025 10:00 AM and 3/10/2026 3:00 PM.
- YA : Drop-In Games Day
Thursday, March 12, 2026 3:00—4:30 PMTeen Space 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.
- CANCELED - Grub Club
Wednesday, February 25, 2026 3:30—4:30 PMGrady RoomThomas Room Winter Series - January 7th - February 25th. NO CLASS ON FEBRUARY 18TH. 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.
- Grab & Go Crafts
Friday, February 27, 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, February 27, 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
- Pokémon Club @ APL!
Saturday, February 28, 2026 2:00—3:00 PMGrady RoomThomas RoomCalling all Pokémon trainers ages 6-11! Join our once-a-month Pokémon club where you can learn the card game with other enthusiasts, do a Pokémon activity, or make friends and talk all things Pokémon! Cards will be available for all to use during the program; no purchase necessary. Children may bring their own cards to play and trade, but parents/caregivers should plan to stay in the room if they wish to supervise trades. Parents/caregivers must remain in the library for the duration of the program. The event is free and open to all. Registration is preferred, but not required. Register online between 1/28/2026 10:00 AM and 2/27/2026 8:00 PM.
- Playgroup
Monday, March 2, 2026 10:30—11:30 AMGrady RoomThomas RoomThis drop-in, child-focused playgroup is for young children and their caregivers. Participants will be able 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. No Registration Required Free and open to children ages 0-5 and their caregivers What to expect: large, open room space, with windows room arranged with tables for craft and sensory play, mat spaces for playing with blocks and toys, a cart with a variety of books accessible to read quiet music played during the hour children moving freely from one activity to another Children's Room staff member available for questions, recommendations for books & activities, and general assistance Caregivers responsible for monitoring their children
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