BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Bacon Free Library - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Bacon Free Library REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221227T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221227T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20220819T181742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T234506Z UID:38968-1672165800-1672169400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Tuesday Book Club DESCRIPTION:There will be NO meeting for December. \nHAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/book-club-2022-12/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230104T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230104T113000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20221219T151841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T184504Z UID:40836-1672824600-1672831800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:50+ Job Seekers Networking Group - Morning Meetings DESCRIPTION: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”\, this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember\, 85% of jobs are found through networking!\n \nJoin us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition. Each meeting features a new topic. Meetings include a presentation and hands-on workshop on topics relevant to career transition\, guest speakers\, access to hiring managers\, small group breakout rooms to network\, and 1-on-1 coaching guidance. Participating on a regular basis will give job seekers the many tools and strategies needed for a successful job search.\n \nBelow is a list of meetings and the topic that will be discussed at each one. Click on a topic below to register for one or more session.\n \nNote: If you are unable to attend morning meetings\, there will also be meetings in the evening from 6:00pm-8:00pm. \n \n\n\nWednesday\, January 4\, 9:30am-11:30am — Self-Assessment & Transferrable Skills\nWednesday\, January 18\, 9:30am-11:30am — Create Your “Career Story” Pitch\nWednesday\, February 1\, 9:30am-11:30am — Create A Marketing Plan & Marketing Brief\nWednesday\, February 15\, 9:30am-11:30am — Applications\, Cover Letters & Negotiation\nWednesday\, March 1\, 9:30am-11:30am — Develop Your Resume (Pt. 1)\nWednesday\, March 15\, 9:30am-11:30am — Develop Your Resume (Pt. 2)\nWednesday\, April 5\, 9:30am-11:30am — Create A LinkedIn Profile\nWednesday\, April 19\, 9:30am-11:30am — LinkedIn and Personal Branding\nWednesday\, May 3\, 9:30am-11:30am — Interview Preparation & Strategy\nWednesday\, May 17\, 9:30am-11:30am — Interview Practice\nWednesday\, June 7\, 9:30am-11:30am — Meet Hiring Employers\nWednesday\, June 21\, 9:30am-11:30am — Networking 2.0\n\n\n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/50jobseekers-2/2023-01-04/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/debbi-hope-outside-photo-4-_1386_md.jpeg GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20221103T194007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T194007Z UID:39927-1672923600-1672927200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mystery Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of Marple: Twelve New Mysteries. 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. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/mystery-marple/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/marple.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230107T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230107T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20221118T155824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T162551Z UID:40179-1673089200-1673092800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Weaving Natural Fibers with Farmer Emma DESCRIPTION:Join Farmer Emma from The Natick Community Organic Farm and learn about how to identify\, collect\, and weave with natural fibers. Emma will talk about which grasses\, stalks\, and leaves are found in the area that are best to dry and weave.  \nAlso\, you will start a weaving project of your own! We will include all materials needed for this workshop\, and it is recommended for learners aged 10 and up. \nSponsored by the Friends of the Bacon Free Library. \nRegistration is required; this workshop is limited to 8 participants. \nThis program is full\, if you would like you may join the waiting list by filling out this form: \n\n\n \n \n Event Waiting List\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/weavingnaturalfibers/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/weaving-with-natural-fibers-scaled-e1669749075874.jpg GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230109T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230109T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20221201T211711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T162655Z UID:40510-1673278200-1673283600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Drop-in Craft: Paper Bag Snowflake DESCRIPTION:Drop-in at the Bacon any time between 3:30-5:00pm to make a paper bag snowflake to take home with you. \nPaula will guide you through the process of creating beautiful paper snowflakes. \nThis craft is for all ages and all materials will be provided. \nSponsored by The Friends of the Bacon Free Library. \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/paperbagsnowflakes/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/papersnowflake.jpg GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230112T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230112T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20221029T154607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T222235Z UID:39817-1673521200-1673524800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:History Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual discussion of: Hotel on the corner of bitter and sweet : a novel / Jamie Ford. \nCopies of the book will be available at the Bacon Free Library. Call 508-653-6730 to arrange pick up. \nOrder your own copy HERE  \nAvailable on Overdrive HERE \nFor details on how to attend this virtual meeting via Zoom\, please contact mking@minlib.net \nThe Zoom link to the discussion will be sent at a later date.  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/history-book-club-2023-january/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Hotel-on.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230117T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230117T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20221029T160743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T182155Z UID:39829-1673982000-1673985600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Environmental Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Zoom discussion of Our Beloved Kin: A New History of King Philip’s War by Lisa Brooks \nCopies of the book will be available at the Bacon Free Library.  \nOrder your own copy HERE \nJoin environmental enthusiast\, Arthur Ensroth\, in discussing current\, historical and future environmental issues through books! We’re finding ways to become more engaged and participatory in the natural world\, educating ourselves on the climate challenges we face and looking at the history and philosophy of how the environment has been viewed through the ages.  \nThe BFL is collaborating with Broadmoor\, Mass Audubon with this book group. We thank them for sharing their mission with us. \nPlease email glesellier@minlib.net for the Zoom meeting details. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/environmental-2023-january/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/beloved-kin.jpg GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20221212T191823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T183536Z UID:39705-1674068400-1674072000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Indoor Mushroom Growing DESCRIPTION:Indoor mushroom farmer\, Isaiah Chavez from Mighty Mountain Mushrooms in Colorado\, will teach us about growing mushrooms indoors.  From choosing the ideal location and proper soil to nurturing and harvesting your edible fungi\, Mr. Chavez will cover all the basics.   \nThis program will be held over Zoom. Please register to receive the Zoom link. \n  \nPlease register here: URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/mushroomgrowing-2/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/images.jpg GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230124T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230124T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20220819T181853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T185406Z UID:38972-1674585000-1674588600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Tuesday Book Club DESCRIPTION:This month\, we will read and discuss Lady Clementine by Marie Benedict.   \nWe meet in hybrid format. Join us live at the library or on Zoom for the discussion.  \nLady Clementine\, ” Lady Clementine is the ferocious story of the ambitious woman beside Winston Churchill\, the story of a partner who did not flinch through the sweeping darkness of war\, and who would not surrender either to expectations or to enemies” — Publisher’s website.”  Read more about this book here.  \nCopies of the book are available at the library. The library is open for browsing.  Or call the library to arrange curbside pickup. 508-653-6730.   \nGet the ebook here.  \nIf you are interested in attending this Zoom discussion\, please contact Graziella at glesellier@minlib.net URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/book-club-2023-01/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Lady-Clementine.jpg GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230128T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230128T110000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20221108T192537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T192537Z UID:40002-1674900000-1674903600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Nonfiction Book Club DESCRIPTION:This month\, we will discuss The White Darkness by David Grann. \nDavid Grann tells the remarkable story of Henry Worsley\, a devoted husband and father and a decorated British special forces officer who believed in honor and sacrifice. Worsley was fascinated with Ernest Shackleton\, the 19th-century polar explorer\, who never completed his journeys\, but repeatedly rescued his men from certain death\, and emerged as one of the greatest leaders in history. \nIn 2008\, Worsley set out across Antarctica with two other descendants of Shackleton’s crew\, battling the freezing\, desolate landscape\, life-threatening physical exhaustion\, and hidden crevasses. Yet when he returned home he felt compelled to go back. On November 2015\, at age 55\, Worsley embarked on his most perilous quest: to walk across Antarctica alone.  In The White Darkness\, David Grann chronicles Worsley’s incredible journey.  \nCopies of this book are available at the library.  \nOur discussion will be held in a hybrid format.  The host will be in person at the BFL\, while some members will join over zoom.  You are welcome to join either way.  For zoom\, please register here to receive the meeting details: \n\n \n \n Nonfiction Book Club Registration - January 2026\n \n \n your nameemail*\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/nfjan2023/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/WhiteDarkness_cover.jpg GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230130T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230130T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20221129T224346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221227T210347Z UID:40461-1675094400-1675098000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Cinéphile Mondays DESCRIPTION: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. \nAs such\, cinema has a variegated and fascinating history which extends well beyond the Hollywood we are all familiar with.  Meant as a tribute to the film art around the world\, from the days of silent cinema to the new waves and beyond\, our cinephile Mondays is a slow and tasteful appreciation of the First Century of Cinema.  The films will be selected on the basis of their relevance for the development of the film art.  On the last Monday of the month\, cinephiles of the world unite!  \nWatch a movie at home and then join Film history & Media studies Professor MV for a virtual discussion. \nFor Monday January 30\nwe will be discussing: Dead Man directed by Jim Jarmusch\, USA 1996. \nDVD available on the Minuteman Network HERE and Criterion HERE \nAlso available on the Criterion Channel.\n \n\n\n\nIf you are interested in attending this Zoom discussion\, please contact Graziella at glesellier@minlib.net URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/cinephile-monday-january-2/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/CAMS2-small-e1590854043239.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230131T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230131T183000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20221205T210100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T163153Z UID:40514-1675184400-1675189800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Cozy Night In Crafts DESCRIPTION:We’ll be embracing Hygge\, the Norwegian word for “cozy” this evening at the Bacon Free Library. Please register to join us for this adult craft program. We will be making decoupaged glass cylinder candles with paper napkins that look like birch bark. And\, while they are drying\, we will be doing a second activity – filling muslin bags with “simmering spices” which can be used for mulled cider\, mulled wine or stove top simmering. This class is limited to 8 adults (ages 16+). All materials will be provided. Please register in advance below. \nSponsored by the Friends of the Bacon Free Library.\n\n \n \n Learn to Play the Ukulele for Adults\n \n \n Name*Email\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n\n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/cozynightincrafts/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/candles-ga06e84888_640.jpg GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20221222T162153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T162153Z UID:41089-1675342800-1675346400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mystery Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of The Late Show by Michael Connelly. 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. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/mystery-late-show/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/late-show.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230209T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230209T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20221029T154815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T222403Z UID:39819-1675940400-1675944000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:History Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual discussion of: All that she carried : the journey of Ashley’s sack\, a Black family keepsake / Tiya Miles. \nCopies of the book will be available at the Bacon Free Library. Call 508-653-6730 to arrange pick up. \nOrder your own copy HERE \nAvailable on Overdrive HERE \nFor details on how to attend this virtual meeting via Zoom\, please contact mking@minlib.net \nThe Zoom link to the discussion will be sent at a later date.  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/history-book-club-2023-february/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/All-That-She-Carried.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T123000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20221024T172852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T163738Z UID:39661-1676113200-1676118600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Seed Swapping at the Bacon DESCRIPTION:Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardens will be at the Bacon for a seed swap on Saturday\, February 11th at 11:00am. Bring your favorite seeds to share. We will be providing some of our own seeds as well. Don’t forget to check out our Seed Library! \nSponsored by The Friends of the Bacon Free Library. \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/seedswapping/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/istockphoto-585608376-612x612-1.jpg GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230214T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230214T183000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20230112T212938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230513T141946Z UID:41289-1676394000-1676399400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Joyful Words with Beads DESCRIPTION:At this workshop you will learn to design and create your own stretch beaded bracelet with a focal bead and letters. Jewelry maker Monica Foley will teach you how to design and measure your bracelets\, as well as how to hide the knot inside the bracelet.  All the materials will be supplied and you will leave the program with two lovely bracelets made by your own hands! This is event is geared towards ages 16 years and up. Please register in advance.\n\n \n \nThis program is full\, if you would like you may join the waiting list by filling out this form: \n\n \n \n Event Waiting List\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/joyfulwords/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Joyful-Words-scaled.jpg GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20221029T160822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T182941Z UID:39831-1677006000-1677009600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Environmental Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Zoom discussion of Life Between the Tides by Adam Nicolson \nCopies of the book will be available at the Bacon Free Library.  \nOrder your own copy HERE \nJoin environmental enthusiast\, Arthur Ensroth\, in discussing current\, historical and future environmental issues through books! We’re finding ways to become more engaged and participatory in the natural world\, educating ourselves on the climate challenges we face and looking at the history and philosophy of how the environment has been viewed through the ages.  \nThe BFL is collaborating with Broadmoor\, Mass Audubon with this book group. We thank them for sharing their mission with us. \nPlease email glesellier@minlib.net for the Zoom meeting details. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/environmental-2023-february/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/life-between.jpg GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230222T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230222T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20221118T163413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T164526Z UID:40183-1677092400-1677096000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:The Photography of Weegee DESCRIPTION:Art Historian\, Mallory Mortillaro is back with a new program. She’ll take us into the world of the photographer Weegee\, born Arthur Fellig\, who captured some of the grittiest scenes of New York City in the middle of the 20th century.  Much of Weegee’s work comes from his years trailing the city’s emergency service teams and documenting their crime scenes\, fires\, and day to day life.  He had success as a freelance news photographer\, yet was also taken seriously as an artist\, with his work being shown in the most prestigious museums of the time.  This lecture explores the mythology behind the photographer\, how a Ukrainian born man went on to be one of New York City’s most important artists. \nThis program is sponsored by The Friends of the Bacon Free Library. \nThis program will be held over Zoom. Please register to receive the meeting link.  \n\n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/weegee/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Mallory-Mortillaro.png GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T110000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20221129T192627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T192704Z UID:40400-1677319200-1677322800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Nonfiction Book Club DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThis month\, we will discuss I’m possible: a story of survival\, a tuba\, & a small miracle of a big dream by Richard Antoine White.  From the streets of Baltimore to the halls of the New Mexico Philharmonic\, a musician shares his remarkable story in this inspiring memoir of perseverance and possibility. \nCopies of this book are available at the library.  \n  \nOur discussion will be held in a hybrid format.  The host will be in person at the BFL\, while some members will join over zoom.  You are welcome to join either way.  For zoom\, please register here to receive the meeting details: \n\n \n \n Nonfiction Book Club Registration - August 23\, 2025\n \n \n your nameemail*\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/nffeb23/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230227T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230227T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20221129T224438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T140334Z UID:40463-1677513600-1677517200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Cinéphile Mondays DESCRIPTION: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. \nAs such\, cinema has a variegated and fascinating history which extends well beyond the Hollywood we are all familiar with.  Meant as a tribute to the film art around the world\, from the days of silent cinema to the new waves and beyond\, our cinephile Mondays is a slow and tasteful appreciation of the First Century of Cinema.  The films will be selected on the basis of their relevance for the development of the film art.  On the last Monday of the month\, cinephiles of the world unite!  \nWatch a movie at home and then join Film history & Media studies Professor MV for a virtual discussion. \nFor Monday February 27\nwe will be discussing: \nHistorias Mínimas directed by Carlos Sorin\, Argentina 2002\, (US release 2005). \nDVD available on the Minuteman Network HERE \n\n\n\nIf you are interested in attending this Zoom discussion\, please contact Graziella at glesellier@minlib.net URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/cinephile-monday-february-2/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/CAMS2-small-e1590854043239.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230228T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230228T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20221029T151940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230126T215021Z UID:39806-1677609000-1677612600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Tuesday Night Book Club DESCRIPTION:This month\, we will read and discuss Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell.   \nWe meet in hybrid format. Join us live at the library or on Zoom for the discussion.  \nHamnet\, takes place… “In 1580’s England\, during the Black Plague where a young Latin tutor falls in love with an extraordinary\, eccentric young woman in this exceptional historical novel” ( The New Yorker )   Read more about this book here.  \nCopies of the book are available at the library. The library is open for browsing.  Or call the library to arrange curbside pickup. 508-653-6730.   \nGet your own copy HERE \nGet the ebook here. \nDownload the audiobook here. \nIf you are interested in attending this Zoom discussion\, please contact Graziella at glesellier@minlib.net URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/book-club-2023-01-2/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Hamnet.jpg GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230301T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230301T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20230208T152537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T173035Z UID:41683-1677672000-1677675600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:National Park Service - Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site Presents "Olmsted's Life & Legacy" DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL: Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site Presents ‘Olmsted’s Life & Legacy’\nWednesday\, March 1\, 12:00—1:00 PM\nOnline in collaboration with the Tewksbury Public Library\n\n**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.**   \nEnjoy a virtual lunchtime lecture from the Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site in Brookline\, entitled “Olmsted’s Life and Legacy.” While the world knows him today as the foremost American landscape architect\, Frederick Law Olmsted would live a full life well before designing open green spaces. From a childhood in New England\, Olmsted went on to practice farming\, journalism\, administration\, and a number of other professions. Despite trying on many hats\, everything Olmsted did in his life prepared him to become a landscape architect. Examine Olmsted’s life from his early years up until his final days. Led by Community and Youth Engagement Coordinator Isabel Schulman. \nNOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 24 hours of the program. \n\nThis program will be held over Zoom. Please register here to receive the Zoom link. \n  \n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/nationalparks/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/frederick-law-olmsted_1837_md.jpg GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230301T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230301T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20221026T175702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T181222Z UID:39706-1677697200-1677700800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Hydroponics: An Overview DESCRIPTION:Join us on Zoom March 1st at 7:00pm for an overview on hydroponics. Have you ever been curious about this form of gardening? Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardens will be talking about the benefits of hydroponics and answering any questions you might have about this soil-less form of gardening. \n  \nThis program will be held over Zoom. Please register to receive the meeting link.  \n\n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/hydroponics/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/lettuce-hydroponics.jpg GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20221222T163713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T163819Z UID:41098-1677762000-1677765600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mystery Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of The Bangalore Detectives Club by Harini Nagendra. Copies available at the library\, or borrow as an ebook or digital audiobook through Hoopla\, or ebook or digital audiobook through Libby. Please email cstirling@minlib.net to register and receive the Zoom link. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/mystery-bangalore-detectives/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/bangalore-detectives.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230308T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230308T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20230208T152537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T203007Z UID:41686-1678276800-1678280400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:National Park Service - Longfellow House - Washington's HQ National Historic Site Presents "Past & Present Here Unite" DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL: Longfellow House-Washington’s HQ National Historic Site Present ‘Past & Present Here Unite’\nWednesday\, March 812:00—1:00 PM in collaboration with the Tewksbury Public Library\n\n**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email.**   \nEnjoy a virtual lunchtime lecture from the Longfellow House-Washington’s Headquarters National Historic Site in Cambridge\, entitled “Past and Present Here Unite: An Introduction to Longfellow House-Washington’s Headquarters NHS.” What does a home reveal about its occupants\, and about our shared history? The Vassall-Craigie-Longfellow House bears witness to the history of slavery in New England and the early free Black community of Cambridge\, and George Washington’s development as a leader. In the 19th century\, it became the home of famed poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow\, and a hub of literary and artistic life. More recently\, the house reveals a rich history of the historic preservation movement. Learn more about this unique public resource\, reopening for the season in May 2023. Led by Longfellow House Public Programs Manager Emily Levine. \n\nNOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 24 hours of the program. \n\nThis program will be held over Zoom. Please register HERE to receive the Zoom link. \n  \n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/nationalparks-2023-03-08/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/longfellow-house_1838_md.jpg GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20221029T154902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T222452Z UID:39821-1678359600-1678363200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:History Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual discussion of: Kon-Tiki: across the Pacific by raft / Heyerdahl\, Thor. \nCopies of the book will be available at the Bacon Free Library. Call 508-653-6730 to arrange pick up. \nOrder your own copy HERE  \nFor details on how to attend this virtual meeting via Zoom\, please contact mking@minlib.net \nThe Zoom link to the discussion will be sent at a later date.  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/history-book-club-2023-march/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Kon-Tiki.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T123000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20221014T193110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230227T160935Z UID:39557-1678532400-1678537800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Korean Lotus Lantern Making Craft - ages 12+ DESCRIPTION:Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project will be hosting a Lotus Lantern Making craft project. Pick up you kit prior to the program and then join us via Zoom to make your beautiful lantern. Registration is required since we have a limited number of kits. One per family please. \nPlease register here: \n\n \n \n Korean Lotus Lantern Making\n Thank you for registering for Korean Lotus Lantern Making. Please pick up your kit prior to the event and then join us in person or via Zoom to make your craft. Limit 1 kit per family. \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Comments\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/lotuslanterns/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Lotus-Lanterns.png GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20230208T152537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T201842Z UID:41687-1678881600-1678885200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:National Park Service - Boston African American National Historic Site Presents "Explore the Black Heritage Trail" DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL: Boston African American National Historic Site Presents ‘Explore The Black Heritage Trail’\nWednesday\, March 15 12:00—1:00 PM Online in collaboration with the Tewksbury Public Library\n\n**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email.**   \nEnjoy a virtual lunchtime lecture from the Boston African American National Historic Site\, entitled “Explore the Black Heritage Trail.” The Black Heritage Trail showcases residences and community buildings associated with a Black community that thrived on\, and near\, the north slope of Beacon Hill before\, during\, and after the American Civil War. Throughout that time\, this community struggled and organized for equal rights and access to equal education. Community members championed the movement to abolish slavery and even housed freedom seekers on their journey along the Underground Railroad. Led by National Park Ranger Shawn Quigley.  \nRegister directly on Zoom HERE. \nNOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 24 hours of the program. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/nationalparks-2023-03-15/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/black-heritage-trail_1839_md.jpg GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230321T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230321T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20221029T161001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T183331Z UID:39833-1679425200-1679428800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Environmental Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Zoom discussion of Diary of a Young Naturalist by Dara McAnulty \nCopies of the book will be available at the Bacon Free Library.  \nOrder your own copy HERE \nJoin environmental enthusiast\, Arthur Ensroth\, in discussing current\, historical and future environmental issues through books! We’re finding ways to become more engaged and participatory in the natural world\, educating ourselves on the climate challenges we face and looking at the history and philosophy of how the environment has been viewed through the ages.  \nThe BFL is collaborating with Broadmoor\, Mass Audubon with this book group. We thank them for sharing their mission with us. \nPlease email glesellier@minlib.net for the Zoom meeting details. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/environmental-2023-march/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/diary-of.jpg GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230322T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230322T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T150301 CREATED:20230208T152537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T202402Z UID:41688-1679486400-1679490000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:National Park Service - New Bedford Whaling National Historic Park Presents "Stories From the Whaling Port" DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL: New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Presents ‘Stories From The Whaling Port’\nWednesday\, March 2212:00—1:00 PM Online in Collaboration with the Tewksbury Public Library\n\n**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.**   \nEnjoy a virtual lunchtime lecture from the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park\, entitled “Stories from the Whaling Port.” Discover the origins and historical significance of New Bedford’s whaling port. When Quaker merchants moved their whaling businesses from Nantucket to New Bedford\, they started a 100-year industry that forever shaped New Bedford’s maritime culture. Learn about a daring artic rescue in 1897\, when ice closed in around 275 whalemen and left them stranded with limited supplies. An earlier version of the U.S. Coast Guard traveled 1\,500 miles overland to bring the men food. Time permitting\, hear stories about New Bedford’s roles in the Civil War (54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry) and the Underground Railroad. Led by National Park Guide Rufai Shardow. \nRegister directly on Zoom HERE. \nNOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 24 hours of the program. \n\n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/nationalparks-2023-03-22/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/new-bedford-whaling_1840_md.jpg GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR