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The Summer Reading Program
starts on June 23rd!
The 2016 Summer Reading Program is for children and families who enjoy books and reading. The child reading independently and the family reading together are invited to join the program for a rich and rewarding summmer.
Pick up your reading logbook at the library.
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ECOLOGY OF SOUND 
Monday, July 18 at 2PM
Youngsters ages 5 to 10 are invited to join Ricardo Frota as he emphasizes musical expression as a form of self-expression. He introduces basic simple rhythms and call and response singing.The magical and mysterious rain forest sounds are presented and children are stimulated and excited about the animals of nature. Education about the importance of recycling and protecting our natural resources is included.
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Build a Fairy House
Saturday, July 23 at 10AM
Youngsters ages 8 to 12 years old are invited to build a fairy house in this program presented by the Acton Garden Club. Registration is required and begins July 1. 978-929-6655, x4
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Stuffed Animal Picnic
August 8 at 2PM
Bring your cuddliest, your most bedraggled, your best-loved STUFFED ANIMAL to the library for a special picnic in the library Meeting Room. We will have some treats, songs and a parade!
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Yoga for Young Ones
Breathe in summer and stretch for the sun as Julie McKay teaches children to flow through poses to build energy and cultivate calm.
3 to 5 Year Old Sessions:
August 9 and 23rd at 10:30-11AM
Parents may sign up their 3-5 year olds for the August 9 or August 23 session.
6 to 8 Year Olds Sessions:
August 16 and 30 at 10:30-11AM
Parents my sign up their 6-8 year olds for the August 16 or August 30 session.
Registration begins August 1. Contact the Children's Room at 978 929-6655 option 4
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Storytimes & Crafts
Tuesday PJ Storytime 7PM ages 3-7
June 28, July 5,12,19,26,
August 2,9,16
Friday Drop-In Storytime 10:30AM ages 3-7
June 24, July 1,8,15,22,29, August 5,12,19
Thursday Drop-In Craft 10AM-12:45PM ages 3-7
June 30, July 7,14,21,28,
August 4,11,18
Grade 1-3 Craft Time
June 30, July 14,28, August 11
Grade 4-6 Craft Time
July 7,21, August 4,18
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Ed Morgan
Live Music for Kids
June 20,
July 18, August 1, 15 at 10:30AM
Bring Your Kids to Dance and Sing Along
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The Friday Morning Players
9 - 11AM
June 24, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, August 5, 12, 19
Grades 5-8
Rehearse & perform a short play for Storytime audience.
Preregistration required. 978-929-6655, x4
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Mondays 4:15-5:15PM
July 11, 18, 25, August 1, 8 Make an appointment to read aloud for 15 minutes to Molly, a 4-year-old Labradoodle.
Preregistration required.
Call 978-929-6655, ext.4
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Friday Family Movie Nights
at 7 PM
July 15th - To Be Announced
August 19th - To Be Announced
One adult must remain at the library with each family group for the duration of the program. The library is not open for other services.
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| Acton's participation in the 2016 nationwide Summer Reading Program, is sponsored by your local library, the Massachusetts Library System, the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, the Friends of the Acton Libraries, the Acton Memorial Library Foundation, the Acton-Boxborough Cultural Council, the Massachusetts Cultural Council, and the Boston Bruins  |
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Summer Hours 
