Celebrate artwork by the Acton Boxborough Regional High School graduating seniors, currently on display in The Gallery at Villageworks.
Meet up at Silver Girl and enjoy music by Rivers Between, the Indie Folk duo comprised of singer-songwriter Greg Kane and vocalist Kat Brooks. Admission is free. Snag a reservation to hold your a spot!
WEST ACTON VILLAGE MERCHANTS ASSOCIATION EVENT
The West Acton Village Merchants Association’s West Acton Village Spring Fling is packed with activities for the whole family. Learn more at: westactonvillage.org/new-events
The West Acton 5K & Kids Fun Run has quickly become a local tradition — bringing hundreds of neighbors together to move, celebrate spring, and support our community.
Whether you run, walk, cheer, or volunteer, it’s a joyful morning filled with energy, connection, and community spirit. Register today
Rob Schneider’s blend of vintage jazz and Great American Songbook standards will have you humming along and your toes tapping. Snag a reservation for this night of outstanding musicianship!
TRUE WEST PONDER PUB TRIVIA
EVERY TUESDAY: 7-9PM IN THE TAPROOM
True West Ponder Pub Trivia is a live hosted knowledge-based event played in bars and restaurants all over the country. Get your team, (up to 6 max) to True West to test your skill at an assortment of trivia questions, from Anatomy to Literature, Movies to History, Sports to Science.
Step into the speakeasy for an unforgettable night of mystery, dinner, and bestselling authors.
Join us on Friday, May 15th at 6 PM for a Murder Author Dinner Party in collaboration with the The Silver Unicorn Bookstore. This intimate, one-night-only event pairs a three-course spring dinner with lively conversation and readings from three acclaimed guest authors.
For $82 per person, your ticket includes:
A three-course dinner
An interactive author experience
Your choice of one featured book to take home at the end of the night
Meet the Authors:
Jenna Blum — Murder Your Darlings
Ava Roberts — The Summer House Murder
Laura Zigman — The Author Weekend
Seats are limited for this intimate speakeasy experience. Reserve yours now and spend the evening immersed in suspense, great conversation, and exceptional food.
Wish is a tini weenie bit older and they can’t wait to celebrate with you!!! 9 years of fun, friendship and style! Open house Saturday May 16th from 10-5. They’ll have treats & prizes!
Silver Girl is so excited to be able to bring the incredibly talented Gil Silva to their restaurant. Gil’s classical guitar work will steal your heart. He plays a mix of contemporary songs, traditional Brazilian music, classical, and jazz that is the perfect accompaniment to your evening at Silver Girl. As always, there is no cover but reservation are recommended for the dining room and lounge.
Join the School Days Off at Danny's Place! Kids in grades K–5 can attend from 9 AM–12 PM and enjoy a day of themed activities, games, and creative fun. Whether the day’s focus is tied to a holiday or simply a special seasonal activity, it’s always a great time to connect, learn, and play. Enroll Here.
Giovanna is a first call jazz singer in the greater Boston area known for emotion packed renditions and original interpretations of jazz standards. Gerry is an award winning 7-String jazz guitarist who has toured the USA and Canada, been the recipient of national awards and appeared on over fifty recordings.
Their collaboration, reminiscent of the pioneering work in this genre by jazz vocal icon Ella Fitzgerald and jazz guitar legend Joe Pass, reflects their combined years of experience learning their craft as well as a mutual respect for each other’s artistry.
Come enjoy some great cocktails, and tap your feet, all right here in West Acton! Admission is free. Go to silvergirl.us to book your table or just walk in!
Upcycle with Botanical Embroidery
w/ Deepika Prakash at Revolution Community Yoga
Friday, June 5th @ 5:30 – 7:30pm in the Waterfall Room
$40 early registration • $50 day of workshop
In this workshop, you’ll learn how to revive and personalize your garments using simple, approachable hand embroidery. The focus is on slow, meditative stitching — taking time to work with your hands and enjoy the process of making something beautiful.
No sewing experience is required. If you can thread a needle, you can do this.
Learn more and register here
Check out Open Mic Night at Silver Girl with Joe Armanetti. Joe is providing a state of the art PA system, a Yamaha keyboard, and use of his acoustic guitar for anyone who needs it. So come on down to Silver Girl to participate or just enjoy some local music! Reservations recommended.
Get ready for Karaoke night at True West! Starting May 6th, every Wednesday in True West Speakeasy. Entry is Free!
Half-priced bar snacks and $9 Tiny ‘Tinis at Silver Girl from 4 - 5:30 every Wednesday through June. All are welcome!
Illuminated Birth and Jen Vohra are thrilled to announce their next networking brunch for perinatal professionals and small business owners who who work with families! After two years of bringing so many awesome people together at our networking events, we’re taking this one to the next level with a sound bath with @thesoundbathqueen!
Good Vibrations: Networking Brunch & Sound Bath is happening Friday, May 1st from 10am-Noon at Illuminated Birth & Company in Acton.
Build your referral list, foster collaborations, and feel inspired going into the rest of the year!
Enjoy brunch goodies and a creativity-boosting sound bath with time for reflection and connection afterwards.
Art Workshop over the April Break! 🖌️🎨 Kids in grades 2-5. Registration is open now! Register today!
Come over to Silver Girl on Friday to catch the Irish duo, Whiskey Cherry Bomb! Make your plans now and snag reservations while you still can! Use the widget at silvergirl.us
This Saturday, April 18, the stage is set and the sound check is done.
South Commons returns to Danny’s Place with a night of live music you don’t want to miss. Opening the show: Lilah Lenz (solo artist) and Jacob ‘N Friends.
Cover: $10 at the door · Cash, card, Apple Pay accepted
All ages. All welcome. Just show up..
Join Haven as they celebrate their Grand Opening. Food. Drinks. Live Music. Raffle Prizes ALL Day!
Twenty years ago, Danny's Place opened its doors in the old Merriam building, and thousands of young people walked through them.
This spring, we're bringing it all back together.
Two Decades of Alumni is a homecoming celebration for everyone who was part of Danny's Place from 2006 to 2026, alumni, staff, volunteers, families, and the people who made this place what it is.
Live music from Sons of Businessmen, familiar faces, and 20 years of memories under one roof.
Saturday, April 11, 2026
5:00–7:30 PM
Danny's Place · 543 Mass Ave, Acton
This isn't a gala. It's a homecoming.
Grab your tickets or become an Alumni Captain to help spread the word!
Mindful Stitching: Create Fabric Art by Hand w/ Deepika Prakash
Slow down and experience the calming rhythm of hand stitching while creating a small piece of fabric art. In this workshop you’ll learn a simple method for sewing together small fabric squares to create a classic nine-patch block. This timeless design becomes a beautiful and versatile piece you can use in many ways.
For many people, stitching becomes a form of active meditation—especially if sitting still in traditional meditation is difficult. You’ll leave with a finished fabric square and the skills to continue stitching anytime you want a moment of calm. No prior sewing experience is needed, and all supplies will be provided. Learn more and register here
On April 8 at 7 PM, Danny's Place is partnering with Concord Self-Defense Academy for a hands-on self-defense workshop for ages 13+. Learn more and register here.
Join Wish in store for a fun filled customer appreciation day! They'll have prizes, new arrivals, a limited quantity of amazing goodie bags, treats and drinks! A giant THANK YOU party for being the most wonderful customers and friends!!!
West Acton Villageworks is one of the sponsors of this year’s Chef Challenge, a fundraiser supporting Acton Food Pantry.
The event takes place in The Barn at Gibbet Hill and features comedian Jimmy Tingle and a chef challenge made up of talented local chefs including Dawn Aguiar of Silver Girl!
On-line auction begins April 1st: chefchallenge.org
A new look for Acton Coffee is arriving soon, and to make way we are having a Sidewalk Sale with several items including furniture, mugs, and decor at must-go-now prices.
It’s a great time to take a moment to enjoy a drink in the old space before our renovation begins! We’ll see you soon
Sidewalk Sale: Friday, 3/27 from 10-4pm (Open from 7am-4:30pm)
Closed for Renovations: 3/23 - 3/27
Take Out Only: 3/38 - 4/13 from 7-2pm (Full menu will still be available)
Escape winter, one tiki book at a time.
This season, Silver Girl is turning Wednesday nights into a cozy, tropical book club for cocktail lovers. Each selected Wednesday, we’ll feature a different classic or modern tiki cocktail book, mix drinks from its pages, and serve them in our tiki mug collection.
No reading required—just show up ready to sip.
Week 5 – March 25, 2026
Book: Tropical Standard: Cocktail Techniques & Reinvented Classics – Garrett Richard & Ben Schaffer (Sunken Harbor Club)
Advanced tropical technique and inventive twists on the canon.
Info: sunkenharbor.club/store/product/tropical-standard/
IT’S TRUE! Your favorite hangout and dinner spot is now open on Tuesdays, starting with St. Patrick’s Day! It’s going to be soooo easy to snag a reservation or just drop in at the bar. Why not come see us for a cocktail and app after work or a mocktail and snack while you wait to pick the kids up from practice? We open at 4:30 and those early evenings are super chill and friendly at Silver Girl. See you at the bar!
Join True West Brewing Company as they celebrate Massachusetts Beer Week with a fundraising Event Thu 3/12 – Fundraiser night with raffle items, live music from Pete and Steve, plus a cask tapping of Brown Bess with Hallertau hops
Soft Opening this Wednesday, with a Grand Opening celebration planned for April. Stop by to see all the new merchandise!
Haven is an interior decor store with gifts, home décor, furniture, area rugs, and services such as upholstery, window treatments, stair runners, custom tables, unique pillows, tailored bench cushions, and more.
Book Club Meets the Mat • “Buddha’s Brain”
Sunday, Feb. 22nd, 2026
w/ Amy Yapp at Revolution Community Yoga in Acton, MA
@ 2 – 4pm in the RCY Loft
$40 Early registration / $50 day of workshop
Just like yoga, a good book is always better when shared with a group.
Amy invites you to “pull up a bolster” and join her for a heart-opening gathering that blends meaningful conversation with mindful movement and plenty of time for rest and reflection. We’ll begin by diving into an inspiring book discussion and follow it up with a nourishing yoga practice designed to embody and integrate the ideas and themes generated by our conversation. No need to be an expert reader or yoga practitioner ~ just come as you are, ready to connect, move, and be inspired. Reading the book is encouraged but never required!!
Parents!. Treat yourself to a stress-free Valentine’s Day while your kids enjoy an evening of fun at Danny’s Place!
Expect:
🎨 Creative Valentine’s crafts
🎲 Group games & activities
🎬 A fun movie (TBD)
🥨 Feel free to send a light refreshments (peanut/tree-nut-free)
Sign up is open for this FREE art workshop run by high school students.
Who’s elegible?: Students 2nd - 5th grade
Dates: 3 classes: Wed, Thu, Fri Feb 18, 2026 - Feb 20, 2026
Time: 12:30pm - 3:30pm EST
This workshop is led by high schoolers who previously hosted a summer camp in Flera field. This time, they are bringing their experience and fun activities to Danny's Place! This Workshop will end with a Gallery Walk, where participants will get to see all the creations!
Register HERE
Join the designers from HOME | Stamm & Black for signature cocktails, snacks, and chats about interior design. Come get to know them and learn more about what they do!
It’s the sweetest day of the year! Start your weekend off with ice cream for breakfast
West Side Creamery will be opening early at 8AM, and will be offering their full menu as well as limited edition specials and flavors.
Come in your pajamas and be entered in their Raffle!
Since August, Students in grades 7-12 have worked in teams to answer the question: What are long-term, sustainable solutions to mitigate the impacts of flooding within the Town of Acton?
On February 5th, Danny’s Place will host the Hackathon Solutions Presentation where groups will showcase their ideas. Learn more here.
Meditative Hand Sewing ~ Stitch Your Way to Calm
w/ Deepika Prakash
@ Revolution Community Yoga in Acton, MA
Saturday, Jan. 31st • 5 - 7pm
in the Waterfall Room
$40 early reg. • $50 day of workshop
This session invites participants to slowly stitch small squares of fabric together in a rhythmic, mindful way. Once you learn this simple method of creating a nine-patch square—free from decision fatigue—you can simply sew. These squares can later be made into a quilt, sewn on to existing clothes or other projects, mounted as artwork, or simply exist as they are. The act of hand sewing is scientifically shown to lower stress hormones, calm the nervous system, and promote focus and relaxation—especially for those who find it difficult to sit still in traditional meditation. Hand sewing engages both creativity and concentration, helping participants enter a natural state of flow. No prior sewing experience is needed, and all supplies will be provided.
Learn more and register here
🎶 AFTER THE BELL 🎶
When the school day ends, the music starts.
Join Danny’s Place for a live, loud, student-driven music night featuring high school musicians from Acton-Boxborough Regional High School. Tickets available here.
Join the ladies at Wish for an all day celebration! January is ending, woohoo!!!! Bring on February, hearts, love, friendship & being one month closer to spring!
They’ll have beverages and treats, new arrivals, a raffle for a red light therapy mask, and gift cards to Acton Coffee, True West, Silver Girl, Silver Unicorn & Wish!
They’re working on a few other activities throughout the day so check back for more details!
Tickets are now on sale for Silver Girl’s New Year’s Eve bash at Silver Girl! Caviar, champagne from Piper Heidsieck, live jazz from Betty’s Bounce, a five course dinner with optional wine pairings, and dancing until midnight. We’ll be wearing our 1920s Gatsby finery and jitterbugging all night. It’s the New Year’s Eve party of our dreams and it won’t be the same without you! We only have 50 seats so get yours soon. Reserve your spot here!
Ring in the New Year early with the whole family! 🎉
Join True West for a Family-Friendly New Year’s Eve Early Ball Drop at 6PM—perfect for kids and parents alike. Celebrate with great food, festive drinks, and a fun countdown so everyone can enjoy the excitement without staying up past bedtime.
Cheers to a safe, fun, and memorable start to the New Year!
Make your reservations today!
To help enhance the New Year’s Eve experience, there will be a $10 per reservation fee, which includes festive party gear and a complimentary non-alcoholic sparkling fruit juice toast for kids. Adults may add on a champagne toast. The fee will appear on your bill, along with the deposit credit applied.
