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The Acton Exchange is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation. Its mission is to
provide relevant and accurate news to the Acton community through its free subscription web based weekly newspaper, covering Acton community
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AFP is focused on providing the best experience, and care to our diverse clientele. 

 We provide milk, eggs, bread, fresh fruits and vegetables, frozen protein, baby food, and shelf-stable products, such as canned goods, cereal, and rice. Each household may choose from a long list of items.  Some items are the same every week (e.g., milk, eggs, juice), but many change weekly, enabling recipients to access a broad range of necessities over the month. 

https://www.actonfoodpantry.org/
https://www.facebook.com/ActonFoodPantry/about
info@actonfoodpantry.org
978-635-9295
235 Summer Road Building #1
Boxborough, MA, 01719

September 22

The Acton Agricultural Commission is a Town committee that represents and advocates for Acton’s agricultural community. They are tasked with promoting and developing the agricultural resources of the municipality, educating the public on agricultural issues and initiatives, supporting farmers, farm businesses and farm interests, assisting farmers in resolving municipal problems or conflicts related to farms, seeking to coordinate agricultural-related activities with government bodies or unofficial local groups or organizations that promote agriculture, and preparing a comprehensive local agricultural plan. 

ActonAgriculturalCommission

September 15, October 6

August 11th & October 6th

Found Source Known creates small batch sustainable natural skincare, bath products, and home goods.  All handmade with intention. Our labels and plastic packaging are compostable in a home compost pile.   We strive to create products that help support a healthy intentional lifestyle.

Marlborough, MA
sarah@foundsourceknown.com
www.foundsourceknown.com
https://www.instagram.com/found.source.known/

David and Mark are members of the local bluegrass community and have a delightful, fun repertoire! David accompanies himself on guitar and Mark will be backing him up on banjo and harmony vocals.

Piano “professor” J. Kerenaith Munro (Jean’s steampunk alter ego) enlivens the market with with sunny ragtime, music-hall, and dance tunes from the turn of the last century and before.

Save Nashoba Wildlife is a group of volunteers who are dedicated to inform the public about Second Generation Anti-Coagulant Rodenticides (SGARs) that can kill wildlife, pets, and contaminate our water supplies. Did you know? Since 2020, every red-tailed hawk or great horned owl autopsied by Tufts Veterinary Clinic proved to have poison in its system. Raptors (hawks, eagles, owls), bobcats, foxes, fishers, and coyotes, as well as domestic cats and dogs have all eaten poisoned rodents (dead or alive). There are almost 10,000 children poisoned annually by rodenticides. 

Don’t use Second-Generation Anticoagulant Rodenticides (SGARs) in your home, business or farm!  Learn non-toxic ways to control rodents. To learn more: https://www.massaudubon.org/take-action/advocate/rescue-raptors

August 4

7/21 & 8/18

Abby’s is a local (Rutland), women/VETERAN owned dog treat bakery. Our treats are baked then dehydrated to preserve freshness; we NEVER use preservatives or additives. We prepare nutritious treats for every age, breed, size, and those pups who are challenged with food allergies or other health problems. The ingredients used include: blueberries, bananas, sweet potato, pumpkin, carrots, lamb, beef, salmon, turkey, bacon, cheese, eggs, rice flour, oat flour, and whole wheat flour.

8 Newman Drive
Rutland Ma 01543
508 873 1543
dianeduratti@gmail.com
abbysfamousdogtreats@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/Abbysfamousdogtreats
https://www.instagram.com/abbysfamousdogtreats

The Stewardship Council (RSC) was established to coordinate the conservation of the 29-mile Wild and Scenic River segment of the Sudbury, Assabet and Concord Rivers. The Council functions as an official advisory committee to the National Park Service on federal permits affecting the rivers’ outstanding resources. The Council also raises awareness of the rivers through events and publications, including RiverFest, an annual celebration of the Sudbury, Assabet, and Concord Rivers, and facilitates efforts to preserve and improve river resources.

Sudbury-Assabet-Concord.org

June 23

Girl Scouts bring their dreams to life and work together to build a better world. Girl Scouts of all backgrounds and abilities can be unapologetically themselves as they discover their strengths and rise to meet new challenges—whether they want to climb to the top of a tree or the top of their class, lace up their boots for a hike or advocate for climate justice, or make their first best friends. Backed by trusted adult volunteers, Girl Scouts lead the way as they find their voices and make changes that affect the issues most important to them.

ABGirlScouts.org

June 16, September 1

The 94s are a Boston-based band led by the vocals of Nicole Cuff and the songwriting of James Cuff, with memorable songs and poetic, thought-provoking lyrics. They are artists and storytellers and have shared stages and compilations with artists such as The Ghost of Paul Revere, Aubrey Haddard, Beane, Dylan Dunlap, and Alisa Amador. Their two albums, Undiscovered Country and Somerland, single “Smooth Sailing” and brand new third album Mercy are now out on all platforms. You can check them out at the94s.com. Metronome Magazine calls Undiscovered Country “One of the best duo albums of the year.” 

www.the94s.com

The Potato Shakers play an eclectic mix of acoustic rock, folks, and classic country favorites.

www.facebook.com/PotatoShakers

The Simones met through the Folk Song Society of Greater Boston and have been performing traditional and contemporary folk music together for nearly 30 years. Don’t be surprised if they toss in an occasional show tune or other unexpected number to shake things up!

Acton-based acoustic rock duo, featuring Alexis (a Massachusetts native) and Justin (from Santa Catarina, Brazil). They play the songs you know and love, spanning genres, decades, and cultures, mainly focusing on pop and rock hits from the ’60s to now.

www.amcmusicma.com

Acton’s FREE Clean Energy Coaching program offers ongoing consultations with trained volunteers for Acton residents and building owners. Request a coach to learn about and plan for weatherization and insulation, heat pumps for heat + AC, solar, electricity sourcing, electric vehicles, and other clean energy upgrades! Visit ActonEnergyCoach.com to learn more.

ActonEnergyCoach.com

October 6

Improving the wellbeing of individuals and communities through the therapeutic use of nature

We bring the healing power of nature to those most vulnerable ~ those who cannot get out to experience it on their own.  We bring our programming to adults in memory care, people with disabilities, seniors, and at risk youth, servicing an area within a 40 mile radius of Acton/Concord.  In addition to bringing seasonal nature from the outdoors, we also bring small therapy animals. (rabbits, pygmy hedgehogs, guinea pigs, chickens, to name a few ~ even live snails and hermit crabs!)

Nature-Connection.org

Wax and Scent: The Art of Fragrance

July 14th, September 22nd and October 6th

Soy candles, tea lights, solid perfumes

www.waxandscent.com

September 17, October 15

A little shop of crocheted items

Etsy Shop

Instagram

The LIVE FOR LIV FOUNDATION honors the memory of Olivia Marchand by continuing the joy, love & dedication Olivia brought to every moment. She worked hard to always grow and to create positive change in her own life. We embrace that for ourselves & encourage the same for our world community. The Foundation’s funds are used to educate young people about domestic violence and any forms of bullying and non-compassion whether to others or themselves. We also support efforts to protect and help those affected by violence.

Live, Laugh, Love.

liveforliv.org

August 18th

Handcrafted soaps to get you into a groove

September 10 and October 8

Mix it up a bit during bath time with handmade soaps. You’ll smile at names like, “Funky Cold Verbena”, “When Suds Fly”, and “Gettin’ Figgy Wit’ It” and get clean with soap made the old fashioned way. Pick up several for a mix tape of musical memories and old school suds.

Maynard, MA
blaqstarsoaps.com

August 20 and September 24

Handmade CBD body care, MA hemp licensed producer and multi-award winner. All of our products are made with natural organic ingredients and are chemical free. Due to personal allergies all of our products are free from any peanuts, tree nuts, coconut, sesame and gluten.

instagram: Queenie_care_

Cait’s Canine Cookies is a pet treat bakery featuring all-natural, gluten and preservative-free biscuits, jerky, and food toppers. Our treats are made in small batches and have limited ingredients and no additives or chemicals, ensuring healthy and rewarding snacks for your best friend! All treats have been tested for nutritional values and registered with the MA Department of Agriculture.

7/23, 8/13, 10/8 & 10/15

Westford, MA
(586)918-8808
CaitsCanineCookies@gmail.com
CaitsCanineCookies.com
caits_canine_cookies (Instagram)
https://www.facebook.com/CaitsCanineCookies (Facebook)

Delicious Treats: Rediscover the Ayurvedic Wisdom for Modern Wellness in Turmeric and Ginger bites
Kuksifoods: Ancient Wisdom. Delicious Cookies. Treats for kids, elderly and adults
Kuksifoods is where ancient wisdom meets modern indulgence.

7/23, 7/30, 8/13 & 11/19

Kuksi Foods offers the centuries-old recipe of raw turmeric and ginger in the form of delectable cookies. These unique treats, rooted in Ayurvedic Medicine, offer anti-inflammatory and digestive benefits. Crafted with care, each cookie contains ONLY 5 organic ingredients: raw turmeric, raw ginger, coconut oil, coconut nectar/dates, and almond flour. Dr. Shweta Kumari, a seasoned nutritionist and food scientist, founded Kuksi Foods to blend ancient wisdom with modern indulgence.

145 Great Rd STE 6
Farm Hill Plaza #1034
Acton, MA 01720
Email address: hello@kuksifoods.com
Phone number: 978-254-0081
https://www.kuksifoods.com/
https://www.facebook.com/kuksifoods
https://www.instagram.com/kuksifood/

We lift voices of those who care for and nurture children so that we are heeded by those in power. We focus resources on communities suffering injustice from racism, fossil fuels and climate change.

MothersOutFront.org

June 16, September 8

June 18 and September 24

At Spellbound Candle Company, we are passionate about crafting high-quality candles that are both environmentally friendly and ethically sourced. Each candle is hand-poured using premium soy wax, ensuring a clean burn that is free from harmful toxins. Our scents are carefully curated to evoke the essence of magic and enchantment. We draw inspiration from nature, mythology, and the occult to create scents that are truly spellbinding. We invite you to explore our collection and discover the magic for yourself.

http://www.spellboundcandlecomp.com/

July 16 and 23, October 1

Cynthia Dorsey is a trained painter with a BA in studio art from Wesleyan University who does plein air painting and works out of her studio in Boxborough MA.  She uses mainly oils to capture New England landscape views on canvas.  Small original oil paintings of local scenes, stone coasters with images of the painted scenes, as well as hand-crafted ornaments/sun catchers made from vintage and antique glass drawer pulls and glass beads will be available at the market.  Later dates (7/23 and 10/1) will include hand-crocheted items such as hats, bags and whimsical animals crafted by Samantha Lukas of Stitches by Sammy.

6/25, 7/9, 7/23, 8/6, 8/20, 9/17 & 10/8

Cobalt Baking Company is a heritage-meets-modern bakery that specializes in small-batch bakes made with locally-sourced and seasonal ingredients. We offer everything from chocolate chip cookies to treasured family recipes with a modern touch. Our menu also includes many vegan options.

Location: Westford, MA
Email: amanda@cobaltbaking.com
Website: www.cobaltbakingcompany.com

Vocalist Maria Frattura shares her interpretations of sophisticated pop tunes accompanied by Keith Kirkpatrick on piano and vocal harmonies.