All craft great and small: A Acton artisan shares his life’s work
Stories, both fictional and factual, have stoked Mark Sutherland’s lifelong passion for building model boats.
Arts
Acton-inspired musical piece comes ‘home’ ahead of revolution’s 250th
Canadian pianist Louise Bessette will lecture on and perform the piece at the Performing Arts Center at 51 Walden on September 8.
Acton photographer follows two paths to reach a meaningful life
“Two roads diverged” in Barbara Aiello’s life. Unlike the poet who penned those words, she doesn’t regret the one “not taken.”
From screens to statuettes: Acton animator brings local history to life in pewter
Acton animator Todd Taylor’s handcrafted pewter figurines not only honor the past but create new traditions.
Acton Museum recognized as ‘one of the best’ in the country
The American Alliance of Museums called it the community’s “North Star.”
All the world’s a stage as Shakespeare visits the library lawn
The World’s A Stage Players are presenting an abridged version of the play on the lawn of the Main Library this month.
There’s no business like (senior) show business for Acton’s traveling troupe
“All of us are aging,” says Kate Blair. “So there’s a poignancy to what we are doing.”
Acton photographer aims to inspire viewers to appreciate nature
Gene Rork’s photographs are on display through July at the Harvey Wheeler Community Center in West Acton.
Reviews & Views: Summer’s the season for a reading renewal
It’s a perfect season to explore books that capture the timeless appeal of classic narratives and the thrill of new adventures.
Actors bring Emerson and Fuller’s friendship to life at Acton Museum
Had they lived today, we might call them “soulmates.”
Acton Band tunes up for summer concert series
Listen up! The Band will perform at the July 4 “Picnic in the Park” at Emerson Playground. Click through for a patriotic preview
‘A Boston Marriage’ celebrates an art center founder and her lifelong companion
Grace Keyes and Elizabeth Wentworth Roberts were faithful companions for 27 years. They lived extraordinary lives.