Cinephilia is an academic word literally meaning “love of cinema,” but it also contains hints of nostalgia and passion for a film art that was undoubtedly the defining media experience of the twentieth century. As such, cinema has a variegated and fascinating history which extends well beyond the Hollywood we are all familiar with. Meant […]
Join us on Zoom to learn about indoor seed starting. There are so many more varieties of vegetables than what the garden centers offer. Eric Bromberg from Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardens will show you everything you need to know. This program will be held over Zoom. Please register to receive the meeting link. […]
Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of Full Dark House by Christopher Fowler. Copies available at the library, or borrow through Libby. Please email cstirling@minlib.net to register and receive the Zoom link.
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Based on Jeremy's book, Boston Light: Three Centuries of History, this virtual talk focuses on Boston Light Station, the site of the first lighthouse on the North American continent. Jeremy will trace its history through three centuries of tragedy, rescues, and colorful human interest stories of keepers and their families. This program is sponsored by […]
Join us for a virtual discussion of: American Jezebel: the uncommon life of Anne Hutchinson, the woman who defied the Puritans by Eve LaPlante. Copies of the book will be available at the Bacon Free Library. Order your own copy HERE For details on how to attend this virtual meeting via Zoom, please contact director@natickhistoricalsociety.org […]
How perfect is this for St. Paddy's Day? Travis IRELAND of The Friskey Whiskey Podcast will join us to discuss the history of Irish whiskeys and the best he's encountered! This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library and in partnership with a multitude of MA & NH libraries. […]
Join us for a Zoom discussion of Eight Bears: Mythic Past and Imperiled Future by Gloria Dickie Copies of the book will be available at the Bacon Free Library. Order your own copy HERE Join environmental enthusiast, Arthur Ensroth, in discussing current, historical and future environmental issues through books! We’re finding ways to become more […]
At nine feet tall, Travers' Lincoln portrait is impressive. This portrait of the 16th president has been praised by those who knew him as more lifelike than any other. Exhibited at the US Capitol, the 1876 Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia, and the Union League Club in New York, among other important places, this portrait eventually […]
This month, we will discuss Strength in What Remains: A journey of remembrance and forgiveness by Tracy Kidder. Tracy Kidder, author of BFL nonfiction book club favorites Mountains Beyond Mountains and Rough Sleepers, brings us the heart-wrenching story of Deo. From Tracykidder.com: Deo grew up in the mountains of Burundi, and survived a civil […]
Would you like to learn how to grow the most nutritionally dense food on the planet? The experts at Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardens have you covered. In this virtual program, they'll teach you how to successfully grow kale, spinach, chard, and lettuce using a variety of methods. This program will be held over Zoom. […]
Join us at the library for a discussion of: How to read a book: a novel by Monica Wood Copies of the book are available at the library. Order your own copy HERE If you are interested in attending, please contact Graziella at glesellier@minlib.net The historic nature of our building limits accessibility. A book discussion […]
Cinephilia is an academic word literally meaning “love of cinema,” but it also contains hints of nostalgia and passion for a film art that was undoubtedly the defining media experience of the twentieth century. As such, cinema has a variegated and fascinating history which extends well beyond the Hollywood we are all familiar with. Meant […]
The Zentangle® Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns (called tangles). In this workshop, learn the history of Zentangle, the basic steps of the method, and the tools used. Through step-by-step instructions, you will be immersed in creating an original Zentangle tile. No artistic talent […]
Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of Mistress of the Art of Death by Ariana Franklin. Copies available at the library, or borrow through Libby. Please email cstirling@minlib.net to register and receive the Zoom link.
