Gallery at Villageworks art opening event

Celebrate the life and work of renowned Dutch artist, Lucas Kuys (1942-2023). The exhibit, now on display in The Gallery at Villageworks, includes select pieces of the artist’s lifework, lovingly curated by his daughter, Nicole Magun.

danny’s place event

Visit Danny’s Place during the Holiday Stroll!

Cozy lights, winter crafts, and community spirit! Light up the season with us at the West Acton Holiday Stroll! Stop by Danny’s Place for festive fun with the Jazz Quartet, The Only Penguins Thrift Shop, and winter-like activities! We’ll be celebrating community spirit!

Fab Lab Pop-up event @ Illuminated Birth & Co

Drop into our pop-up Fab Lab to de-stress, have some fun, and make something fab.

We will be creating some hand-made seasonal pieces to keep or give as a gift, and have some awesome vibes, great music, and yummy snacks.

Hand-sewn projects on tap include:

• Embroidered Intentions

• Fabric Fortune Cookies

• Hand-Sewn Hand Warmers

• Make Your Own Buttons!

• Iron-On Felt Patches

• and more surprises...

Or (if you are not the making type, but probably will want to be!), just come by to check out our Fab Market, including gorgeous fabrics, cool tools, and one-of-a-kind gifts. 

More info here!

danny’s place youth services event

Join Danny’s Place for two days to create Art!

This Free workshop for 2nd - 6th graders 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 see all the creations!

Mon. Nov 10th, 12:30-3:30pm
Tues. Nov 11th, 12:30-3:30pm

Learn more and register here

True WEst brewing co event

Stop by True West anytime between 1 and 4 pm to create a beautiful work of art, that you can fill with your favorite True West Beer. The cost is $25 per mug and Inebri-Art will supply all the materials you'll need to customize your drinking vessel (beer sold separately.)

Limited number of mugs available, so don't wait and book your mugs today HERE! Cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance.

silver girl event

Bring your current project and some hot goss and chill with a fun group of stitchers at Silver Girl over cocktails and inspired small plates! All are welcome and no reservation needed.

true west brewing co event

Immerse yourself in an evening of creativity and indulgence as you craft a stunning work of art on your very own glass canvas. From 6 to 9 pm, join True West + Inebri Art for a unique opportunity to design and personalize your drinking vessel, while you enjoy your favorite True West Cocktail.

More info and tickets here

TRUE WEST BREWING CO EVENT

Join Bonsai Bar for a beginner workshops- perfect for you to grab your friends, grab a drink and come make tiny trees! Learn the fundamental skills and techniques behind the art of bonsai while enjoying a night out with friends! Bonsai Bar teachers will introduce core concepts and guide your experience as you pot, prune, and design your very own bonsai tree!

Learn more and reserve tickets here

danny’s Place summer programming

Not Your Average Summer Program

Looking for an unforgettable summer experience for your child? Welcome to Summer at Danny’s Place where rising 4th-6th graders get to play, explore, create, and grow and rising 7th graders get to play, explore, create, grow and LEAD! In the best way possible!

This isn’t just another summer program—it’s an immersive, fun-filled adventure where kids can make memories, build friendships, and enjoy a variety of exciting activities every day. Think:
✅ Creative arts & crafts
✅ Water activities & outdoor adventures
✅ Free play & team challenges
✅ Fun trips to Garner Field for games and exploration
✅ And so much more!

Learn more and register here

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Join True West and Pottery with a Purpose for this inclusive, beginner-friendly pottery class.

Each ticket includes:
-2 hour workshop on pottery basics, how to create pinch pots, coils, and how to transform them into a variety of unique handmade gifts, home décor and functional pottery.
- 1-3 pieces of pottery for you to take home.
-Pottery with a Purposes, 'Beginner Pottery Kit' which includes everything you need to make your pottery during class (and yours to take home to create more after class!!)
Note: You can let your piece of pottery air dry then paint it with the included paint. Or, to make your pottery waterproof + foodsafe, upgrade to ceramic pieces, which includes glazing and firing of your creations. Your pieces ship back to you in 6-8 weeks.
-Pottery trivia with prizes.

Learn more and purchase tickets here.

AB High School event in the gallery at villageworks

Stop in to view artwork by the AB High School graduating seniors.

REVOLUTION COMMUNITY YOGA + FITNESS WORKSHOP

Dot Mandala Painting
February Project: Heart-Shaped Coasters
w/ Lavanya Selvaraj
Saturday, Feb. 15th • 3 – 5pm downstairs in the Waterfall Room

Registration Options:
1) $50 for workshop & coasters (dotting tools available to use during workshop)
2) $70 for workshop, coasters, & dotting tools you can keep

LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

Mandala art is extremely therapeutic for the mind and body. Join us for a fun workshop of Heart-Themed Painting, Mandala Style! You get to design your own mandala on heart-shaped coasters and take home your creation. Learn the basics of dot art mandala painting! You will learn what kind of paint to use, and tips & tricks for the placement of the dots to get a symmetric design. All materials needed for this workshop will be provided. No experience necessary!

EVE & MURRAY’S FARM TO HOME EVENT

Come join us at Eve & Murray's Farm to Home for a fun and creative event where you can make your own embroidered Valentine's cards! Whether you're a seasoned crafter or a beginner, this event is perfect for anyone looking to add a personal touch to their Valentine's Day greetings. Resident artist and crafter extraordinaire Kat McKenna will guide you through the process, providing all the materials you need to create beautiful and unique cards for your loved ones. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn a new skill and spread some love this Valentine's Day! Plus, attendees will have the chance to shop Eve & Murray's after hours and receive 10% off your purchase! Purchase Tickets Here.

EVE & MURRAY’S FARM TO HOME EVENT

Looking for a special serving piece for the holidays, or a unique gift? Sue from Salt Air Pottery will be in Eve & Murray’s on Saturday, 12/14 from 10-2 showing her gorgeous nature-inspired handmade pottery. Sue takes inspiration from her gardens and beaches around her home in Marshfield, MA and her glazes and designs truly have a sense of place. Plus, Sue is a delight to speak with! Don’t miss it!

TRUE WEST BREWING CO. EVENT

Join Inibri-Art at True West Brewing Co. anytime between 6 and 9 PM to create a beautiful work of art, that you can fill with your favorite True West beer. The cost is $25 per mug and Inebri-Art will supply all the materials you'll need to customize your drinking vessel (beer sold separately.)

A limited number of glasses are available, so don't wait and book your tickets today!

true west brewing co event

Snag your spot at the Photo Embroidery Workshop led by Slow Craft. No experience necessary - just bring your holiday spirit and a 4x6" photo!

A Slow Craft instructor will help you design, colorize and add to your photograph first with simple stitches, then on a postcard, and finally you’ll get to enhance your photograph for that special someone.Slow Craft provides a picture frame to finish off the gift.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to make something special for your home or for a loved one. Learn new skills, meet new people, and craft the night away! Workshops will be help Monday November 25 and Wednesday December 18, learn more and purchase tickets here.

REVOLUTION COMMUNITY YOGA + FITNESS WORKSHOP

Dot Mandala Painting
November Project: Winter-Themed Wall Plate

w/ Lavanya Selvaraj at Revolution Community Yoga and Fitness in Acton, Massachusetts
Saturday, Nov. 23rd • 4 – 6pm downstairs in the Waterfall Room
{REGISTER}
Registration Options:
1) $45 for workshop & wall plate (dotting tools available to use during workshop)
2) $65 for workshop, wall plate & dotting tools you can keep

Mandala art is extremely therapeutic for the mind and body.

Join us for a fun workshop of Winter-Themed Painting, Mandala Style! You get to design your own mandala on a ceramic wall-plate and take home your creation. Learn the basics of dot art mandala painting! You will learn what kind of paint to use, and tips & tricks for the placement of the dots to get a symmetric design. All materials needed for this workshop will be provided.  Wall plate color will be black. No experience necessary!

eve & murray’s farm to home event

THIS SATURDAY - Swing by Eve & Murray’s for the Salt Air Pottery Pop Up 10-3! Sue of Salt Air Pottery will be here with new pieces to show and tell. Start your Acton Open Studios adventure at Eve & Murray’s - it’s a weekend to celebrate the arts and incredible artists and a perfect way to kick off gifting season!

HOME Event

Come join by for a haunted night at HOME! Enjoy a beverage and light snacks, shop if you will, and enjoy one of your local small businesses!

true west brewing co event

Dive into creativity at Inebri-Art’s Coastal Candle Making Workshop @ True West

All materials are provided, including high-quality gel wax, wicks, and an assortment of charming coastal embellishments. Each participant will craft their own masterpiece to take home, a keepsake of your coastal retreat.

More info and tickets HERE.

art opening event in The Gallery at villageworks

Join portrait photographer Tammy Davison for the opening reception of 40 Over 40 Portrait Experience, an art exhibit showcasing 40 remarkable women, each over the age of 40, who participated in a transformative photoshoot aimed at celebrating their beauty, their age and inspiring others. The event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments and cash bar by True West Brewing Co.

revolution community yoga + Fitness workshop

Dot Mandala Painting June Project: Coaster Set!
w/ Lavanya Selvaraj at Revolution Community Yoga and Fitness in Acton, Massachusetts
Saturday, June 8th • 4 – 6pm downstairs in the Waterfall Room
{REGISTER}
Registration Options:
1) $40 for workshop & coasters (dotting tools available to use during workshop)
2) $60 for workshop, coasters & dotting tools you can keep

Mandala art is extremely therapeutic for the mind and body.

Join us for a fun workshop of Wooden Coaster Painting, Mandala Style! You get to design your own mandala and take home your creation. Learn the basics of dot art mandala painting! You will learn what kind of paint to use on wooden surfaces, how to cure the painting, and also tips & tricks for the placement of the dots to get a symmetric design. All materials needed for this workshop will be provided.  Coaster color will be black. You will receive a set of 4 coasters, and you can complete the set at home!

revolution community yoga event

CALLING ALL ARTISTS & CREATIVES!
Submit your t-shirt design ideas & the RCY Community will VOTE for the winner!
The winning design will be used on the front side our next retail run & the creator will win a 20 Class Pass!

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:

• Please email initial design as a JPEG file no later than May 31st, 2024.

• One-color designs work best.

• Keep it simple – avoid intricate details as they get lost in the printing process.

• RCY may refuse designs for any reason.

RCY will post the designs to be voted on shortly after the submission deadline.
Email your designs to info@yogaacton.com – thank you!

true west brewing co event

Join True West + Inebri-Art to make your very own terrarium!

In this session you will learn the techniques to create a tiny world of plants, rocks, and moss, encapsulated in a glass terrarium. Each participant will get to make one terrarium to take home and will be able to use the skills they learn in the class to make more terrariums in the future. Included materials: medium glass vessel, plants, soil, stones, moss, charcoal, and more.

A limited number of tickets are available, so don't wait and book your tickets today! Cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance.

eve & murray’s farm to home event

Join Sue Ritchie, the potter behind Salt Air Pottery for a pop-up at Eve & Murray’s. Come by April 27th from 10am - 2pm to say hello and maybe pick up the perfect Mother’s Day gift!

trew west brewing co event

Calling all parents and little artists! Join the fun during Kids Week at True West - Friday, February 23rd, as they dive into the creative world of painting piggy banks! Hurry, the sign-up deadline is approaching on 2/13. Click HERE and scroll to ‘Kids Week’ on the top menu.
Sign ups available for 12pm slots + 3pm slots.

revolution community yoga workshop

Dot Mandala Mug Painting
w/ Lavanya Selvaraj at Revolution Community Yoga and Fitness in Acton, Massachusetts
Sunday, Feb. 4th • 2 – 4pm downstairs in the Waterfall Room
Registration Options:
• $40 for workshop & mug (dotting tools available to use during workshop)
OR
• $60 for workshop, mug & dotting tools you can keep
Info & Reg: https://yogaacton.com/dot-mandala-mug-painting/

Revolution community yoga + Fitness Workshop

Dot Mandala Mug Painting (In-studio)
w/ Lavanya Selvaraj at RCY
Saturday, Dec. 9th • 2 – 4pm downstairs in the Waterfall Room
Registration Options:
• $40 for workshop & mug (dotting tools available to use during workshop)
OR
• $60 for workshop, mug & dotting tools you can keep
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Learn more and register at https://yogaacton.com/dot-mandala-mug-painting/

danny’s place youth services + acton-Boxborough united way event

Building on three successful years of Chalk the Walk events to drive community conversations, this year Acton-Boxborough United Way’s Chalk the Walk will encourage neighbors to share what they’re grateful for.

“Chalk the Walk with Gratitude” is a community-wide event running Wednesday, November 15th through Saturday, November 18th. Participate from your home, encourage your co-workers to chalk at your business, or...

Join us for pop-up chalk opportunities at West Acton Villageworks, in partnership with Danny’s Place Youth Services:

- Wednesday, November 15th 1:30-3:30PM

- Saturday, November 18th 9:30-11:30AM

We’ll have chalk for you to share what you’re grateful for, and information about the science of gratitude!

Register for free here!

Danny’s place youth services + acton-boxborough united way event

Building on three successful years of Chalk the Walk events to drive community conversations, this year Acton-Boxborough United Way’s Chalk the Walk will encourage neighbors to share what they’re grateful for.

“Chalk the Walk with Gratitude” is a community-wide event running Wednesday, November 15th through Saturday, November 18th. Participate from your home, encourage your co-workers to chalk at your business, or...

Join us for pop-up chalk opportunities at West Acton Villageworks, in partnership with Danny’s Place Youth Services:

- Wednesday, November 15th 1:30-3:30PM

- Saturday, November 18th 9:30-11:30AM

We’ll have chalk for you to share what you’re grateful for, and information about the science of gratitude!