We’re thrilled to launch our new Days Off at Danny’s Place series with a celebration of the Lunar New Year! Thanks to the generous support of our community partner, Acton Chinese Language School, this special day will feature,   Chinese cultural stories, and engaging creative projects.  At Danny’s Place, we believe in spreading awareness and joy through learning about different cultures—straight from the people who know them best. Space is limited, so don’t wait—save your spot today! No school? No Problem! Ages: K-12 For more info, see here.

Joel Bohy will present a study of the arms and ammunition used by both British and provincial forces on April 19, 1775, as well as the battle damage that remains. Using modern shooting incident reconstruction, archaeology, live fire studies, and new research, we can shed new light on the heavy fighting along the route of the British retreat to Boston. The talk will be held at Town Hall, Room 204, or you can watch live at Acton TV.  

Open to all Acton residents. Select Board Vice-Chair Dean Charter, who chairs the Department of Public Works Building Committee, will present the justification, plans, and cost estimate for the proposed new Public Works Facility that will replace the existing building at 14 Forest Road. A debt exclusion override will be voted on at the April election and will be presented for a vote at the Annual Town Meeting in May. This discussion will be informal and interactive.

A moderated discussion with the Select Board and Finance Committee about the Department of Public Works building project.

The Acton Lions, the Acton Police and community members will be braving the freezing waters of NARA! Please consider joining our team and taking the plunge with us and / or making a donation. https://tinyurl.com/ActonLionsPolarPlunge2025 Special Olympics is an amazing organization that provides inclusive sports opportunities to over 19,000 athletes and 10,000+ volunteers across the state. Sports are more than just fun—they’re a powerful way to build confidence, friendships, and leadership skills in our communities. Every donation helps create opportunities for individuals to shine, both in sports and in life. Let's make a splash for a great cause! Sign up to donate or participate today! Let's make this Polar Plunge

High Tea is a Massachusetts-based "y'alternative" folk-punk duo with a unique blend of soulful harmonies and powerful guitar riffs. Praised by the Boston Globe for their ability to "delve into the intimacies and intricacies of growing up," High Tea's music resonates with audiences through its raw emotion and storytelling prowess. WBUR's Amelia Mason notes their distinct vocal styles that "momentarily melt into one" during their harmonies. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. Concert at 7:30. Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door. For more info and tickets see the New Revival Coffeehouse website.

As with our outdoor gardens, many things can go wrong when you grow plants indoors. Learn the factors that make for happy houseplants, including light, water, and soil…and how to provide them. Common houseplant pests and diseases are also on the agenda, as well as how to treat them. Bonnie Power has been a Massachusetts Master Gardener since 2016 (now a Lifetime MG) and member of the MMGA Speakers Bureau since 2018 and a serious outdoor/indoor gardener most of her life. Curious and research-oriented by nature, she has many horticultural interests and areas of expertise. Bonnie holds both a bachelor’s