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Discovery Museums Offer ASD Friendly Hours Tuesday Afternoon

What you need to see, do and know on Jan. 7 in Acton.

1. ASD Friendly AfternoonsThe Discovery Museums in Acton will hold ASD (autism spectrum disorder) Friendly Hours beginning at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7. There will be special sensory based activities open to everyone, and a dedicated room available to welcome families with a child with an ASD. Get the details here. 

2. Today in Public Meetings: According to the town website, public meetings posted for Jan. 7 include  the Morrison Farm Committee at 7 p.m., the Planning Board at 7:30 p.m., the Recreation Commission at 7 p.m. and a Joint Acton Public and Acton-Boxborough Regional and Acton-Boxborough Transitional School Committee at 7:30 p.m. 

3. ICYMI: In case you missed it, earlier this week we shared the story of an upcoming Hearts for Heart Transplant Casino Night fundraiser to benefit a local family whose daughter has recently received a heart transplant. If you haven't yet, definitely check it out

4. Like Us on Facebook: Looking for even more news, information and conversation about the Acton community? Like Acton Patch on Facebook and join the fun. 

5. A Cold One, With Snow Possible: There's a chance of snow on Tuesday, with a high of just 16, according to the National Weather Service, which predicts a mostly clear evening and a low of 4. 


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