Little art, huge heart: Neighbors pitch in after mini-gallery heist
“What I found really surprising and uplifting was the incredible response that I got from people.”
Arts
A puzzle from the past: Revisiting Daniel Chester French
Researchers at Chesterwood — French’s former home and studio, now a museum — are reexamining the sculptor’s personal life.
Author explores Acton’s multilayered religious past
Jim Sherblom has a clear objective: “I’m trying to change the narrative of how we think about Acton’s history.”
Photos: Porchfest ’26 brings June into tune
Multiple music genres and community spirit filled the West Acton air at last Saturday’s event.
‘She belongs here’: Margaret Fuller statue unveiled in library garden
Its late-May installation at the library “marks the first outdoor sculpture of a woman in Acton.”
‘In Parallel’ draws distinction between twins’ artistic visions
Cici and Alisa Zou have turned their childhood instincts into a burgeoning artistic career.
Verdi’s rollicking ‘Falstaff’ headed to Opera51 stage
“Falstaff” details the comic misadventures of a greedy, self-impressed knight who seeks to improve his fortunes.
Color keys: Artists collaborate on painted piano project
“Pianos on the Town” is a monthlong public art and music installation organized by the Acton Conservatory of Music.
High-profile: ‘Freedom’s Silhouette’ goes on loan at Thoreau’s birthplace
The art piece, featuring sleek profiles of Thoreau and activist Ellen Garrison, went on display outside Thoreau Farm.
A portrait of the artist(s): Students honored at art show
Patriotic poesy: Call to Poets program announces awards
Harmonic convergence: Acton Chorus celebrating its 80th (and 75th) anniversary
A May 17 concert with the Masterworks Chorale and the Pro Arte Chamber Orchestra will mark the occasion.