Acton Council on Aging/Senior Center

09/14/2026

Town of Acton Launches Ask Isaac, a 24/7 Digital Assistant

Meet Ask Isaac, the Town of Acton’s new digital assistant. Available 24/7 in more than 70 languages, Ask Isaac helps residents find information, navigate Town resources, and submit service requests.

The Town of Acton has launched Ask Isaac, an AI-powered digital assistant designed to make Town services and information easier to access.

Ask Isaac searches the Town’s websites to help answer questions about voting, recycling, permits, taxes, recreation programs, and other municipal services. Residents can access the service by clicking the chat icon in the bottom-right corner of the Town website.

Ask Isaac is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The platform can help residents:

Find information on the Town’s websites
Navigate Town services and resources
Identify the appropriate department for additional assistance
Access information in more than 70 languages

Ask Isaac is a virtual assistant, not a Town employee, and cannot directly transfer or escalate requests to Town staff. When personalized assistance is needed, it can provide contact information for the appropriate department. Residents may also call Town Hall at 978-929-6600 or use the Town of Acton Staff Directory to contact a department or staff member directly.

While Ask Isaac is designed to provide accurate, helpful, and timely information, residents are encouraged to confirm information with Town staff when they need specific or personalized assistance.

Acton is among the first municipalities in Massachusetts to implement Citibot’s digital communication platform.

Questions about Ask Isaac can be directed to [email protected].

09/09/2026

Watercolor Art Exhibit

For the fourth year, we are delighted to display an art exhibit featuring the work of students from Fran Hewitt’s Watercolor Classes throughout the past academic year.

Please stop by the Acton Senior Center to enjoy the beautiful work of our talented local artists. The exhibit will be on display through the end of October 2026.

You are also warmly invited to join us for the Opening Reception on Tuesday, September 15, from 4:00–5:30 p.m.

We hope you’ll come by, enjoy the artwork, and celebrate the creativity and accomplishments of our talented artists!

09/09/2026

Boston Women’s Memorial with Dawn Gomez
Thursday, September 10th, 1:00-2:00pm
Open to all age 60+/free

Of the millions of women whose life journeys connect them to Boston, why is it that Lucy Stone, Abigail Adams and Phillis Wheatley were the three chosen for the Memorial? We will discuss the Memorial’s 1992 conception and the long collaborative, public process that led to honoree and sculptor selections. A review of the design and ex*****on phases leading to the 2003 dedication on the Commonwealth Avenue Mall will be provided. The memorial celebrates these three women and their contributions to American history and women’s rights with the common denominator being how they used their voices to make their lasting impacts. A deep dive into Stone, Adams and Wheatley’s life stories will illustrate how they each used the power of language to reshape American thought and allow their legacies to continue to inspire civic courage today. Dawn Gomez, Reminiscing Round Table Founder, provides topic-based programs for seniors at assisted living and senior center communities.

09/08/2026

Golden Rainbow & Friends Social Hour:
Guest Speaker Val Walker on Poet Mary Oliver
Wednesday, September 9th, 2:00-3:00pm
Open to all age 60+/free
People in the LGBTQ+ community and friends/allies are warmly welcome to
celebrate the life & works of Mary Oliver and explore selected poems about the power of awe and wonder. Oliver boldly declares she is “willing to be dazzled” in her poem The Ponds and in the same spirit, we can enjoy more poems dedicated to her life-affirming attitude to living with openness and wonder. The Pulitzer Prize winning poet, who was openly le***an, lived in Provincetown. Val Walker, MS, is an author, educator, blogger for Psychology Today, and a frequent teacher/speaker at the Acton Senior Center. This program is an initiative of COA’s Senior Rainbow Connections. Please register to attend with the Council on Aging at [email protected] or 978-929-6652.

09/08/2026

Acton Historical Society Talk
Wednesday, September 9th, 11:30am-12noon
Open to all/free
Acton Historical Society president Bob Pion will present an overview of the society’s mission and a brief history of its founding. Bob and AHS board members, including Peggy Hebert, will also have visuals on hand of the Hosmer House, Jenks Library, and Barn, and will discuss volunteer opportunities, as well as answer your questions. Stay after the talk for lunch at Bistro 30!

09/07/2026

09/01/2026

Won't you join us for lunch on Wednesday?

08/30/2026

🚸 Back to School Reminder 🚸

Tomorrow marks the first day of school here in Acton! As students return, please remember to:

✅ Drive carefully in school zones
✅ Watch for students walking to and from school
✅ Allow extra travel time for the construction at Kelley’s Corner (Main St. & Mass Ave) which may cause delays during the first few weeks of school.

We will also be conducting extra traffic enforcement in school zones to help ensure the safety of students and families.

Your patience and caution help keep our community safe. Let’s make it a safe and smooth start to the school year for everyone!

08/28/2026

Paving Notice – Beginning Thursday, August 27th

The following roads are scheduled to be paved in the order listed:

Duggan Rd
Smart Rd
Townsend Rd
Gristmill Rd
Squirrel Hill Rd ( #420 Arlington St to #22 Squirrel Hill Rd)
Taylor Rd (Coughlin St to Route 2)
Huckleberry Ln
Powder Mill Rd (Sudbury Rd to High St)

This process will involve grinding, adjusting drainage structures, putting down a final course of pavement and driveway lips (as needed).

While the crew is working, there will be no on-street parking allowed within these areas. A police officer will be in the area to direct traffic and signs will be posted.

Please note, the duration and schedule can change depending on weather or other conditions that may arise. We appreciate your cooperation and patience during this time.

If you have any questions, you may call the DPW/Highway Division during business hours (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM) at 978-929-7740 or email [email protected]