Diversity and inclusion are under attack. Yet we have evidence that these values are a strength and good for business. Come hear from those who have seen successes of inclusion, diversity and equity in our workplaces and communities. Colette Phillips, returns to Congregation Beth Elohim during Black History Month and will talk about her book, The Includers. She will be joined by author David DeLong, author of Hidden Talent. In The Includers: The 7 Traits of Culturally Savvy, Anti-Racist Leaders, Colette Phillips explores the core qualities that inclusive leaders share: character, cultural intelligence, connections, communications, collaboration, courage, and commitment. With humor and

What’s next for the Discovery Museum? You’re invited to find out! Join us at the Museum for an exclusive opportunity to find out what we learned from our community during a 6-month data collection period, and hear our vision for the future as we launch our 2025-2027 Strategic Plan.     Meet our CEO, Marie Beam     See the results from our community research     Dive into our 2025-2027 Strategic Plan     Mingle with other Museum enthusiasts     Enjoy light refreshments Wednesday, February 26, 11:30am – 12:30pm OR Sunday, March 2, 3:00pm – 4:00pm RSVP here with your preferred date! More info is here.

How have you been with all this cold weather? Please join us each week to keep warm. We look forward to sharing a meal and friendship with you every Wednesday. February 2025 Menu Feb 5 -- Spaghetti and Meatballs Sponsored by West Acton Baptist Church Feb 12 -- Chicken and Biscuits Sponsored by Mt Calavary Pre-School Feb 19 -- Amish Casserole Sponsored by Boston Metrowest Bible Church Feb 26 -- Chicken and Rice Casserole Sponsored by the Boxborough Minutemen ** Please note that the meals we serve may contain gluten, nuts, seeds, or dairy. Doors open at 4:15pm. Please, do

Please join local historians Bob Pion, Bill Klauer, and Anne Forbes discussing recent discoveries about Acton’s early Black residents. Black citizens were among the residents here when Acton first became a town in 1735 and several fought in the Revolution at the Concord Bridge and other important New England battles. This talk is the twelfth in the series sponsored by the Acton 250 Committee leading up to April 19, 2025. All welcome in Room 204 of Acton Town Hall. For recordings of prior Acton 250 lectures, see https://www.actonma.gov/803/Acton-250th-Events.

Join West Acton Baptist Church for Thrifty Thursdays every Thursday 3-6pm! . Pop Up Thrift Shop. In the WABC Coatroom - Entrance next to the mini Food Pantry. Vintage Clothing & Household Goods.

Think local! Despite huge federal cutbacks on environmental work and uncertainty about federal clean energy rebates, the Mass Save program still offers great incentives on home electrification in Massachusetts. Are you thinking about heat pumps? Join Acton Clean Energy Coach David Martin as he shares how he has electrified his home, from heating to the kitchen and the laundry room and beyond. Sponsored by EnergizeActon.org as part of its 2025 monthly clean energy home tour series. More info and registration HERE.Or go to “Events” on our website, EnergizeActon.org. Sign up for location. --

Think local! Despite huge federal cutbacks on environmental work and uncertainty about federal clean energy rebates, the Mass Save program still offers great incentives on home electrification in Massachusetts. Are you thinking about heat pumps? Join Acton Clean Energy Coach David Martin as he shares how he has electrified his home, from heating to the kitchen and the laundry room and beyond. Sponsored by EnergizeActon.org as part of its 2025 monthly clean energy home tour series. More info and registration HERE.Or go to “Events” on our website, EnergizeActon.org. Sign up for location. --