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 […]
This month, we will read and discuss: The librarian spy : a novel of World War II / Madeline Martin. We meet in hybrid format. Join us live at the library or on Zoom for the discussion. Copies of the book are available at the library. The library is open for browsing. Or call the […]
VIRTUAL: John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site Presents 'From Beals St. To The White House' Wednesday, March 29 12:00—1:00 PM Online in Collaboration with the Tewksbury Public Library **PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email.** Enjoy a […]
Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of Anywhere You Run by Wanda M. Morris. Copies available at the library, or borrow as an ebook or digital audiobook through Libby. Please email cstirling@minlib.net to register and receive the Zoom link.
Join Farmer Emma from The Natick Community Organic Farm to learn about container gardening. This event may be held outdoors weather permitting. It is geared towards ages 10+. Please register in advance. Registration is required; this workshop is limited to 8 participants. Sponsored by the Friends of the Bacon Free Library.
Join Farmer Emma from The Natick Community Organic Farm and learn about how to felt with wool from the farm. We will include all materials needed for this workshop, and it is recommended for learners aged 10 and up. Sponsored by the Friends of the Bacon Free Library. Registration is required; this workshop is limited […]
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am, via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", […]
Join us for a virtual discussion of: The other Madisons : the lost history of a president's Black family / Bettye Kearse. Copies of the book will be available at the Bacon Free Library. Call 508-653-6730 to arrange pick up. Order your own copy HERE Available on Overdrive HERE For details on how to attend […]
Join us for a Zoom discussion of Beloved Beasts: fighting for life in an age of extinction by Michelle Nijhuis 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 […]
VIRTUAL: Explore the Blackstone River Valley National Historic Park Wednesday, April 19th: 12:00—1:00 PM Online in Collaboration with the Tewksbury Public Library **PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email.** Along the Blackstone River, a number of enterprising […]
In collaboration with the Morse Institute Library, we are co-sponsoring the music group, the Klezmer Trio. Join us for an afternoon of Klezmer music, featuring artists from the internationally-acclaimed Ezekiel's Wheels Klezmer Band! Including: Kristen Lamb (double bassist and vocalist) Michael McLaughlin (accordion & composer) Nat Seelen (clarinetist) The concert will be held in the […]
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 […]
This month, we will read and discuss The many daughters of Afong Moy : a novel / Jamie Ford. We meet in hybrid format. Join us live at the library or on Zoom for the discussion. Copies of the book are available at the library. Order your own copy HERE. Available in Large Print and Spoken CD Available on OVERDRIVE […]
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am, via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", […]
The Bacon Free Library invites you to a lunchtime excursion, without needing to leave your home or office. Each Wednesday through the end of May, enjoy a virtual talk given by the National Park Service about a local historic site. **PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Please register to […]
The Bacon Free Library invites you to a lunchtime excursion, without needing to leave your home or office. Each Wednesday through the end of May, enjoy a virtual talk given by the National Park Service about a local historic site. **PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will […]
Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson. Copies available at the library, or borrow as an ebook or digital audiobook through Libby. Please email cstirling@minlib.net to register and receive the Zoom link.
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