is located at 30 Sudbury Rd, Rear. Telephone: 978-929-6652 Email:
seniorcenter@actonma.gov Website:
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Hours: Mon, Wed & Thurs: 8:00am-5:00pm, Tues 8:00am-7:30pm, and Fri 8:00am-12 noon
Monday MatineeTeacher’s Pet
Monday, September 9th, 1:00-3:00
(1958) A gruff misogynistic newspaperman (Clark Gable) despises journalism schools until he poses as a student and meets his match in the teacher (Doris Day). Comedy received Academy Award nominations for Best Supporting Actor (Gig Young) and Best Screenplay. This film is shown in collaboration with the Acton Memorial Library.
First Responder Appreciation LuncheonTuesday, September 10th, 12 noon
Acton seniors only
We will be hosting a lunch to honor Acton’s First Responders. Chef McGuire will be preparing shepherd's pie, salad, and dessert. Acton seniors are welcome to attend to show their appreciation to those who are there when we need them. Please sign up at the COA. Cost is $3.00.
Brain Healthy Cooking for One Tuesday, September 10th, 1:00pm
Open to out-of-town seniors/free
Concord Park is offering an educational program by Senior Living Residences’ chefs. Showing you how to prepare several Mediterranean style, cost-effective, brain-healthy meals. Eat nutritiously, reduce food waste & stretch your budget. Please sign up at
seniorcenter@actonma.gov or call 978-929-6652.
Genealogy Group Tuesday, September 10th and 24th, 1:00-2:30 pm
Open to out-of-town seniors/free
Discover your family history in a supportive environment. Novice, experienced, or simply the curious are welcome. Learn the basics, get advice, and share new discoveries and strategies. Emphasis is on research methods, presentation formats, and the meaningfulness of preserving the past for future generations. For the second monthly meeting, bring your portable computer (or at least a notebook) with the goal of expanding your family tree.
Caregiver Support Group via ZoomTuesdays, September 10th and 24th, 3:00-4:30 pm
Open to all caregivers of older adults/free
Caregivers of older adults, please join Julie Norstrand, PhD, MSW, for a group that meets via Zoom which offers practical and emotional support. New participants are always welcome! The challenging work of caregiving may leave you feeling stretched thin, which can cause feelings of exhaustion and isolation. Julie ensures safe, non-judgmental settings where members can share and learn from one another and witnesses the strong bonds that develop between members. If you are new to the group, please sign up with the Council on Aging at
seniorcenter@actonma.gov.
Acton Songsters with Ed KnightsWednesdays, September 11th and 25th, 1:00-1:45 pm
Open to all seniors/free
Join Ed Knights for this singing group where participants will sing along to familiar popular songs and learn the mechanics of singing. Don’t worry about your level of singing; this group meets twice a month and is open to anyone interested in singing. Lyrics provided. After his career as an internal medicine physician at Acton Medical Associates, Ed became an avid volunteer in the community. He has a love of music & singing that he enjoys sharing with everyone. He has studied voice at the Boston Conservatory and performs in musicals & operas.
Computer ClubWednesday, September 11th and 25th, 1:30-3:00 pm
Open to out-of-town seniors/free
All seniors are welcome to participate in Computer Club. Bring your computer and hardware questions, problems and related issues. If possible, bring the problem hardware to the meeting. This is a club with no formally planned instruction. Several regulars are there willing to share their experiences, and work one-on-one, to resolve any computer issues, from Windows system difficulties, email setups/usage, networking issues, upgrades and assistance with “how do I” frustrations. MAC and Chrome/Android users are welcome. If you are unable to attend in person and would like to talk with a club member via Zoom or phone, please contact the COA and we will forward your information.
The Partition of India in 1947:The Height of Ethnic Displacement
Thursday, September 12th, 1:00-2:00pm
Open to out-of-town seniors for $5
At midnight on August 14, 1947, the British colonial power —the Raj—partitioned the vast territory of India into two separate dominions—Hindu India and Muslim Pakistan. Horrific sectarian violence, religious cleansing, and massive refugee crises immediately ensued, as desperate Hindus fled Pakistan and desperate Muslims fled India. An estimated 1-2 million people died and an estimated 14-18 million people were displaced. The violent nature of the partition created an atmosphere of hostility and suspicion between India and Pakistan that persists today. Dr. Lawrence Lowenthal will explore the background, the violence, and the enduring impact of this monumental tragedy. Lawrence Lowenthal received his Ph.D. in English from New York University. He has taught at the college-level, served in the Israeli Army, writes about human rights issues, hosted a local radio show, and lectures on a variety of topics in the Greater Boston area.