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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220611T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220611T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20220329T181759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220526T165947Z UID:37311-1654956000-1654959600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Create Your Own Kōlam DESCRIPTION:Join the Natick Historical Society and the BFL at 2:00 at Shaw Park (across the street from the BFL) for a free hands-on program on how to draw a Kōlam\, a traditional decorative floor art practiced by generations of Tamil Hindu women across South India. Supplies will be provided. \nTo know the history and cultural significance of Kōlams join our online talk with Swati Dave on June 1 at 7:00pm. The Zoom link for the online talk will be provided by registering in advance. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease register here for Create Your Own Kōlam on June 11th: URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/kolam/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Kolam.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;VALUE=DATE:20220616 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220617 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20220531T171310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220531T171541Z UID:38280-1655337600-1655423999@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Art Exhibit: Rob Dunlavey DESCRIPTION:Starting today\, visit the Bacon to view the beautiful work of local artist and children’s book illustrator Rob Dunlavey.  Rob’s landscape drawings and paintings will be displayed until September 28. An opening reception will be held on June 21st at 5:30 P.M. It’s free and open to the public. \n \nRob’s lyrical and expressionistic drawings of the South Natick dam capture the plant and animal life seen over the past dozen years of his daily artistic practice. Rob is also an award-winning children’s book illustrator. His published books can be found in many libraries. His next book\, Whale Fall\, written by Melissa Stewart\, will be published by Random House in Spring 2023. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/artdunlavey/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/RDunlavey_bench.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:20220622T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220622T173000 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20220531T170257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220628T120017Z UID:38275-1655890200-1655919000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:View the art of Rob Dunlavey - June 16 to September 28\, 2022 DESCRIPTION:June 16 – September 28\nYou are welcome to view the art of Natick artist and children’s book illustrator\, Rob Dunlavey.  His landscape drawings and paintings will grace the walls of the BFL from June 16 – September 28.   \n\nRob’s lyrical and expressionistic drawings of the South Natick dam capture the plant and animal life seen over the past dozen years of his daily artistic practice. Rob is also an award-winning children’s book illustrator. His published books can be found in many libraries. His next book\, Whale Fall\, written by Melissa Stewart\, will be published by Random House in Spring 2023.\n \nBooks illustrated by Rob Dunlavey\n\nIn the Woods by David Elliott\nOwl Sees Owl by Laura Godwin\nCounting Crows by Kathi Appelt\nOver in the Wetlands by Caroline Starr Rose\nThe Dandelion’s Tale by Kevin Sheehan\n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/receptiondunlavey/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/RDunlavey_cattails.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:20220801T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220801T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20220208T223840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220602T192041Z UID:36815-1659376800-1659382200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Music for the Whole Family: Two of a Kind DESCRIPTION:Bring along a blanket\, some chairs\, and maybe a picnic dinner\, too\, and join us on the lawn for some fun family tunes! \nTwo of a Kind is a musical duo specializing in high-energy\, interactive performances for children and families. David and Jenny get audiences of all ages involved in the show through singing\, movement\, sign language\, lyrics-on-the-spot\, puppets\, and more.   \nTwo of a Kind has released 10 CDs and 1 DVD\, garnering over 20 national awards. David & Jenny have written an environmental musical for kids\, entitled “The World is Not Your Garbage Can”. \nVisit their website here.  \nThis program is sponsored by the Friends of the Bacon Free Library. \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/2ofakind2022/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured,Kids Events,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/twoKindJump-e1610554094645.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:20220803T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220803T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20220707T145440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220802T141437Z UID:38524-1659520800-1659546000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Minuteman Library Crawl DESCRIPTION:A “crawl” or tour\, is a fun way to visit multiple libraries in your area. Travel from library to library; meet the friendly staff\, and learn more about what the libraries around have to offer. \nThere are many libraries on the crawl. The challenge is to visit as many as you can and take a picture of yourself with a designated item in each library – it’s a 21st century scavenger hunt. Post your pics and tag the libraries #mlncrawl2022. Each library will have handouts and giveaways – show your pictures to a librarian and receive a prize. See how many you can collect. Start where you want and end where you want. It’s a self-guided crawl. \nParticipating libraries: \nArlington: Robbins Library\, 700 Massachusetts Ave.\, Arlington \nArlington: Fox Branch\, 175 Massachusetts Ave.\, Arlington \nAshland: 66 Front St.\, Ashland \nConcord: 151 Main St.\, Concord \nConcord: Fowler Branch\, 1322 Main Street\, Concord \nDedham: Main Library\, 43 Church St.\, Dedham \nDedham: Endicott Branch\, 257 Mt. Vernon St.\, Dedham \nFramingham: Main Library\, 49 Lexington St.\, Framingham \nFramingham: McAuliffe Branch\, 746 Water Street\, Framingham \nLexington: Cary Memorial Library\, 1874 Massachusetts Ave.\, Lexington \nLincoln: 3 Bedford Rd.\, Lincoln \nMaynard: 77 Nason St.\, Maynard \nNatick: Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot St.\, Natick \nNatick: Morse Institute Library\, 14 East Central Street\, Natick \nNeedham: 1139 Highland Ave.\, Needham \nNewton: 330 Homer St.\, Newton \nNorwood: Morrill Memorial\, 33 Walpole St.\, Norwood \nSudbury: Goodnow Library\, 21 Concord Rd.\, Sudbury \nWayland: 5 Concord Rd.\, Wayland \nWellesley: Main Library\, 530 Washington St.\, Wellesley \nWellesley: Wellesley Hills Branch\, 210 Washington St.\, Wellesley Hills \nWellesley: Wellesley Fells Branch\, 308 Weston Rd.\, Wellesley Hills \nWestwood: Main Library\, 660 High St.\, Westwood \nWestwood: Islington Branch\, 273 Washington St.\, Westwood \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/crawl22/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot St\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/library-love-e1529338608483.png GEO:42.2722016;-71.3161492 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot St Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot St:geo:-71.3161492,42.2722016 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20220214T154037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220718T183615Z UID:36842-1660068000-1660068000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Circus in a Suitcase DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fabulous performance by the One-Man Circus in-a-Suitcase. It’s everything you’d expect to see at the circus\, all out of one suitcase! \nKevin O’Keefe\, the One-Man Circus in-a-Suitcase gives everyone an opportunity to participate in an enthralling\, whimsical celebration of the imagination. \nFrom Kevin O’Keefe’s suitcase an entire circus emerges: tent\, band\, lights\, the boisterous ringmaster Steve Fitzpatrick\, the officious Mervin Merkle\, the incredible Bumbilini Family\, the Magician-to-the-Stars Clyde Zerbini\, and Keefer–an innocent trying to runaway and join the circus. \nHowever\, the most important performers emerge from the audience. Each performance becomes a dialogue between the characters and the audience–a light-hearted collaboration. \nThis show has been performed over 500 times around the globe\, for family theater audiences and school assemblies alike.  \nThis program is sponsored by the Friends of the Bacon Free Library. \nLearn more about Circus Minimus here. \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/circus-minumus-2022/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/CircusSuitcase-e1524239725205.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220824T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220824T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20220208T223218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220602T192514Z UID:36813-1661364000-1661367600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Stacey Peasley Concert DESCRIPTION:Let’s celebrate summer reading with BFL favorite\, Stacey Peasley!  With her creative lyrics\, fun rhythms\, and contagious energy\, Stacey will infuse pure joy into your evening.  \nThis concert will be on the BFL lawn so bring a blanket or chairs to get comfy.  Feel free to bring food and drinks as well. Treat yourselves to dinner and music alfresco! \nThis program is sponsored by the Friends of the Bacon Free Library. \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/stacey-peasley-concert-2022/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/SPband-e1754060040158.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:20220906T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220906T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20220826T152211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T184021Z UID:39148-1662480000-1662487200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Celebration for Fran DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate Fran for all of her wonderful years of service!  After 14 years at the Bacon Free Library\, our beloved children’s librarian is retiring.  The Friends of the BFL are hosting this reception to honor Fran and wish her well on her next brilliant adventure.  Cake and refreshments will be served. \nIf you can’t attend today\, please stop by another time before Fran’s last day\, which is Friday\, September 9th. \nWe have a memory book for Fran.  Please write a note or share a memory in this book for Fran to keep.  Kiddos are encouraged to draw a picture.  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/fran/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/FranWindowAug22.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;VALUE=DATE:20220929 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220930 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20220912T181437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220912T182539Z UID:39240-1664409600-1664495999@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Art Exhibit: Samantha Eio DESCRIPTION:Starting today\, visit the Bacon to view the beautiful nature-inspired paintings of local artist and BFL patron Samantha Eio.  Samantha’s landscape series\, In Nature\, will be displayed until January 4th. An opening reception will be held on Saturday\, October 1st from 12:20-1:30 pm. It’s free and open to the public. \nSamantha Eio is a self-taught landscape artist who works in acrylic and watercolor paint. She enjoys the challenge of capturing the space or feeling of a place through drawing and painting. She is inspired by the natural world — forests\, trails\, the sky\, the ocean\, sunlight\, and shadows. Samantha is also moved by the dichotomy of the fast-paced world we live in and the struggle to find peace and stillness within. She works to portray this in creating a sense of movement with her brushstrokes and lines\, along with a sense of calm through her choice of subject\, paint colors\, and tones. Her paintings feature meaningful locations from throughout New England\, many from right here in Natick. She hopes artwork makes you\, the viewer or collector\, want to get outdoors and to explore. \nSamantha is originally from Northern New Jersey. She holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Syracuse University\, and draws on her architectural background often for her artwork. She is a member of the Natick Art Association\, the Dedham Art Association\, and the Wellesley Society of Artists. Her work has been exhibited locally\, and her painting “To Venture On” will soon be part of the permanent collection at PNC Bank at Dedham Legacy Place. Samantha resides in Natick with her family. She also enjoys trail running\, playing the piano\, and listening to way too many audiobooks. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/seio/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/SEio-Still.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:20221001T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T133000 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20220912T182453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220912T182453Z UID:39244-1664627400-1664631000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Art Opening Reception: Samantha Eio DESCRIPTION:Join us for an art opening reception in honor of local landscape artist Samantha Eio\, whose painting series\, In Nature\, will be featured at the BFL from September 28th – January 4th. \nSamantha Eio is a self-taught landscape artist who works in acrylic and watercolor paint. She enjoys the challenge of capturing the space or feeling of a place through drawing and painting. She is inspired by the natural world — forests\, trails\, the sky\, the ocean\, sunlight\, and shadows. Samantha is also moved by the dichotomy of the fast-paced world we live in and the struggle to find peace and stillness within. She works to portray this in creating a sense of movement with her brushstrokes and lines\, along with a sense of calm through her choice of subject\, paint colors\, and tones. Her paintings feature meaningful locations from throughout New England\, many from right here in Natick. She hopes artwork makes you\, the viewer or collector\, want to get outdoors and to explore. \nSamantha is originally from Northern New Jersey. She holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Syracuse University\, and draws on her architectural background often for her artwork. She is a member of the Natick Art Association\, the Dedham Art Association\, and the Wellesley Society of Artists. Her work has been exhibited locally\, and her painting “To Venture On” will soon be part of the permanent collection at PNC Bank at Dedham Legacy Place. Samantha resides in Natick with her family. She also enjoys trail running\, playing the piano\, and listening to way too many audiobooks. \nThis reception is free and open to the public. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/receptionseio/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/SEio-South-Street.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:20230207T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230207T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20221220T185133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T191750Z UID:41061-1675792800-1675796400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Upcycled Magazine Bracelet Workshop DESCRIPTION:Learn how to turn discarded magazine pages into a unique woven bracelet! Open to adults and kids (ages 8 and up). All materials will be provided. Registration is required. \n\n\n \n \n Upcycled Magazine Bracelet Workshop\n \n \n Name*Email*\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/upcycled-magazine-bracelets/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/IMG_1431-e1671562687962.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:20230214T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230214T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20230127T180105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T180105Z UID:41432-1676386800-1676394000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:What's In Your Heart Natick - Public Art Project DESCRIPTION:A new public art project\, dubbed “What’s In Your Heart? NATICK ” has been launched\, with the goal of displaying 2\,023 red wooden hearts featuring words and drawings from anyone inspired. The hearts will cover the MBTA pedestrian bridge fencing in Natick Center come April. \nParticipants will be asked to dig deep and define what or who is most important to them and paint that feeling/idea/person/thing onto a     4” x 4” red wood heart.  All materials will be supplied. No registration required. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/whatsinyour-heart/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Whats-in-your-heart-natick.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:20230307T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230307T183000 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20230215T162404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T144547Z UID:41775-1678208400-1678213800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Art Opening Reception: Lisa Hayden DESCRIPTION:Lisa Hayden\, a contemporary artist from Northboro\, will be exhibiting a collection of paintings from March 3rd to May 2nd at the BFL.  With an abstract take on the natural world and a deep love of the ocean\, Lisa brings the outdoors inside. \nJoin us for an opening reception\, free & open to the public\, to celebrate Lisa’s beautiful work. \nLisa is a Massachusetts native who studied painting at the University of Miami where the vibrant world of South Florida has combined with a life in New England to form a lasting influence on her art for 30 years. She exhibits her work at art fairs and gallery shows throughout New England and is active with ArtsWorcester. \n\nLisa paints in acrylic using a palette of greens and blues\, with works ranging from fully abstract to abstracted landscapes and seascapes. A creative force in her work is a love of the ocean and nature; paintings often explore the intersection of human feelings and the natural world. An expression of both abstract concepts and landscapes through color\, texture and motion is behind each piece of art. \n\nVisit her website www.MeltedTheory.com for more information. \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/haydenartopening/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/lisahaydenacrylicpainting2-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:20230423T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230423T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20230331T170206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T175618Z UID:42301-1682262000-1682265600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:In Concert: Klezmer Trio DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the Morse Institute Library\, we are co-sponsoring the music group\, the Klezmer Trio. \nJoin us for an afternoon of Klezmer music\, featuring artists from the internationally-acclaimed Ezekiel’s Wheels Klezmer Band! \nIncluding:\nKristen Lamb (double bassist and vocalist)\nMichael McLaughlin (accordion & composer)\nNat Seelen (clarinetist) \nThe concert will be held in the Lebowitz Room at the Morse Institute Library. Please register here. \nThis program is supported in part by a grant from the Natick Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency\, the Bacon Free Library and the Friends of the Morse Institute Library.\n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/klezmertrio/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,All Ages ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/KLEZMER_TRIO_FLYER_1644B1CD.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:20230516T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T183000 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20230414T183149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T174809Z UID:42548-1684258200-1684261800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Art Opening Reception: Shannon Slattery DESCRIPTION:Join us for a reception to welcome Shannon Slattery to the BFL and to view her stunning artwork.  Shannon Slattery will be exhibiting semi-abstract landscape paintings inspired by mid-coast Maine from May 4th through June 14th here at the BFL. These works are painted in acrylic paint on reclaimed masonite panels. Inspired by the woods and coastline of the mid coast\, they exist in the space between drawing and painting\, representation and abstraction. \n \nShannon reflects on her work and her process: “The trees are sentinels\, bell weathers and guardians\, if we protect them they will care for us. It is critical that we preserve and protect the natural world\, it is our home. More recently I have been drawn to the places where the rocks meet the sea. I continue to find inspiration in the shapes and textures of those rocks\, and how they have been shaped by the ocean waves. I am intrigued by the idea that the rocks have been there for so long and will continue to be long after we are gone. As a painter I am guided by process\, I apply paint by any and all means and will just as often wipe\, sand\, or scrape the board as paint with a brush. At the intersection of drawing and painting\, color\, line\, and texture are the means to describe what I see and how I connect to my environment.” \nShannon is an artist and a teacher. She has a Bachelor of Studio Art from Skidmore College and a Masters of Art Education from Massachusetts College of Art. She is on the Board of the Newton Art Association and has been teaching Fine Art at Newton North High School for the last 24 years. She is an avid birder\, hiker\, and enjoyer of the outdoors. \nTo learn more about Shannon and to see her work\, visit her website at https://sslattery.com/ \n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/slatteryartopening/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Slattery_IfThisisGoodbye-e1683049679571.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:20230627T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230627T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20230505T192147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T192657Z UID:42893-1687885200-1687888800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Family Trivia - Share your Patriotism! DESCRIPTION:In anticipation of July 4th\, join us for a star-spangled trivia event on the BFL lawn!  \nFrom patriotic songs to famous Americans this trivia game has something for people of all ages\, so gather your family and friends and join in the fun.  Bring a blanket and some snacks and get comfy on the lawn.  (If the weather is rainy\, we will move this program inside.) \nThe top two teams will receive prizes! \nPlease register (walk-ins are okay\, too): \n\nflag image by Chrystal Elizabeth from Pixabay \ngnome image by Mahamadou Oumarou from Pixabay URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/july4trivia/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/american-flag.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:20230725T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20220523T154223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T192122Z UID:38195-1690304400-1690308000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:CANCELED Into the Woods DESCRIPTION:This program has been canceled due to rain. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/intothewoods/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Into-the-Woods.webp 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:20230822T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T183000 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20230322T174902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230322T181110Z UID:42219-1692725400-1692729000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Stacey Peasley Concert DESCRIPTION:Let’s celebrate summer reading with BFL favorite\, Stacey Peasley!  With her creative lyrics\, fun rhythms\, and contagious energy\, Stacey will infuse pure joy into your evening. \nThis concert will be outdoors on the BFL lawn\, so bring a blanket or chairs to get comfy.  Feel free to bring a picnic dinner as well! \nIf it rains\, the show will be indoors at the Morse Institute Library. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/stacey-peasley-concert-2022-2/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/SPband-e1754060040158.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;VALUE=DATE:20230907 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231019 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20230816T202636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231008T235606Z UID:44284-1694044800-1697673599@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Featured Artist - Barbara Levine DESCRIPTION:Barbara paints in oils and in gouache. She loves the texture and fluidity of oil paints and the ease with which you can layer the paint. She says that although gouache is a water based paint and can be used in ways similar to watercolors\, it is more opaque and can be layered as well. She notes that these days both have an enormous variety of colors available to use and to mix.  \nBarbara learned to paint primarily “en plein air” in a New England impressionist tradition and she says that it has been a wonderful adventure for her. She comments that being outside trying to capture in paint the light at particular moments as it flows onto or around the forms one is looking at can be extremely exhilarating. \n  \nBarbara has a Masters Degree in Social Work and many\, many years of postgraduate trainings in the field of psychotherapy. She says that she is sometimes tempted to say her work is somewhat disconnected from painting but realizes that it has taught her to be especially observant and aware of subtle visual nuances which has helped in her painting. Her training in painting has been through years of local\, national and international workshops. Her teachers have included: Gloucester artist David Curtis\, Boston artists George Nick\, Charlotte Gibbs\, Robert Cormier\, and Michael Dowling\, Israeli artist Elie Shamir\, and nationally and internationally known artists Kelly Carmody\, Victor Butko\, Scott Christenson\, Ann Blair Brown\, Lori Putnam\, and Kevin Macpherson. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/barbaralevine-2-2/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbaralevine.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:20230912T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T183000 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20230816T194513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T202800Z UID:44279-1694539800-1694543400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Art Reception: Barbara Levine - Here and There DESCRIPTION:Join us for a reception to welcome Barbara Levine and her art show entitled “Here and There” at the Bacon Free Library. Barbara paints in oils and in gouache. She learned to paint primarily “en plein air” in a New England impressionist tradition and she says that it has been a wonderful adventure for her. She comments that being outside trying to capture in paint the light at particular moments as it flows onto or around the forms one is looking at can be extremely exhilarating. \nBarbara’s paintings will be on display at the Bacon Free Library from September 6th – October 18th. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/barbaralevine/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbaralevine.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:20231003T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231003T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20230830T191502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T191502Z UID:44477-1696345200-1696356000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Statewide Read-In: Let Freedom Read! DESCRIPTION:Libraries across the Commonwealth are celebrating the freedom to read with a Statewide Read-In. Come together on the BFL lawn and read anything you want! All ages – kids and adults – are welcome. Stop by anytime between 3:00 and 6:00pm and enjoy apple cider and doughnuts while you read. \nThis program will take place outdoors\, weather permitting. Bring a blanket or chair for sitting on the grass. \nThe Statewide Read-In is supported by the Joint Task Force for Intellectual Freedom with members from the Massachusetts Library Association (MLA)\, the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC)\, the Massachusetts Library System (MLS)\, and the Massachusetts School Library Association (MSLA). URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/statewide-read-in-let-freedom-read/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/ca71740b_let-freedom-read-social-media-graphic_preview.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;VALUE=DATE:20231020 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231214 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20230927T194711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T204254Z UID:44810-1697760000-1702511999@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Featured Artist - Elizabeth Cohen DESCRIPTION: \nElizabeth Cohen is an artist in the Boston area\, creating wheel-thrown and altered functional and sculptural work in porcelain\, as well as mixed media with natural material such as wasp nest\, mushroom spores and mulberry paper. Organic elements in nature\, such as flowers\, fruits\, seeds\, shells\, and plants\, inform her work. She explores cycles of birth\, life and death\, growth and decay\, rhythm and change. She also explores varied metaphorical nuances\, such as family\, security and comfort\, in nesting sets. She holds a B.A. in English from Tufts University and a M.A. T. from Simmons College.\n \n\n\nElizabeth’s statement on her exhibition at the Bacon: Long mulberry tree fibers of hanji paper allow me to sculpt with my hands and water (my version of the Korean traditional joomchi technique). I seek to capture “komorebi”\, the Japanese word for sunlight filtering through the trees\, as well as other feelings from the natural world. I layer and abrade the paper\, allowing for depth of color\, light and design. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/elizabethcohen/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Orange-Floral.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:20231107T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231107T183000 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20231012T203803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T203918Z UID:44943-1699378200-1699381800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Art Reception: Elizabeth Cohen DESCRIPTION:Join us for a reception to welcome Elizabeth Cohen and her new art exhibit at Bacon Free Library\, which will be on display from October 20 to December 13. \nElizabeth Cohen is an artist in the Boston area\, creating wheel-thrown and altered functional and sculptural work in porcelain\, as well as mixed media with natural material such as wasp nest\, mushroom spores and mulberry paper. Organic elements in nature\, such as flowers\, fruits\, seeds\, shells\, and plants\, inform her work. She explores cycles of birth\, life and death\, growth and decay\, rhythm and change. She also explores varied metaphorical nuances\, such as family\, security and comfort\, in nesting sets. She holds a B.A. in English from Tufts University and a M.A. T. from Simmons College.\n \n\n\nElizabeth’s statement on her exhibition at the Bacon: Long mulberry tree fibers of hanji paper allow me to sculpt with my hands and water (my version of the Korean traditional joomchi technique). I seek to capture “komorebi”\, the Japanese word for sunlight filtering through the trees\, as well as other feelings from the natural world. I layer and abrade the paper\, allowing for depth of color\, light and design. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/art-reception-elizabeth-cohen/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/September.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231215 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240208 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20231120T181459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T181535Z UID:47212-1702598400-1707350399@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Featured Artist - Ryan Black DESCRIPTION:Artist Ryan Black works out of his South Natick-based studio.  His art features representational oil paintings along with some printmaking and drawing. While Ryan’s work portrays a range of subjects\, recently he is most associated with his atmospheric cityscapes\, mainly featuring Boston.  Ryan’s work will be on display at the BFL from December 15th to February 7th. \n \n\n\nRyan’s art\, in his own words: \nI love talking about art. I love jargon\, references\, challenging viewpoints and deciphering meaning in other artist’s compositions. But artists shouldn’t talk about or attempt to explain their own work because\, to paraphrase Francis Bacon\, explanation doesn’t deepen the mystery. \nEverything to know about my paintings is either there on the canvas\, or it isn’t. Spelling it out will not make it better\, just like a joke isn’t funny if you have to explain it. \nI’m not saying my artwork has some deeper meaning. I’m saying all good art refers and reflects back\, creating its time and place in the world. Bringing something to the table\, as far as a basic understanding of aesthetics and art history\, will always make experiencing artwork more immersive and enjoyable. Its meaning isn’t hidden\, just very few people go looking for it. \nI try to make good art. Hopefully it’s there on the canvas. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/ryanblack/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/RBlack.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:20240130T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T183000 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20231031T173125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T191350Z UID:46925-1706634000-1706639400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Slow Stitching DESCRIPTION:In a busy and chaotic world\, sometimes we just need to slow down\, relax\, and take a few breaths and not worry about creating a product\, but enjoying the process. Slow stitching is a mindful needlework process that focuses on intention and the joy of being in the present moment. Join us to learn about slow stitching. A kit (includes base fabric\, patchwork fabric pieces\, lace\, trims\, buttons\, needle and thread) will be provided\, so please sign up in advance. \nJoin fabric artist\, Helen Bellomo\, to learn how to slow stitch. This program is geared towards all ages. Children under 10 must be accompanied by a caregiver. \nRegistration is required; this workshop is limited to 10 participants. \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/slowstitching/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/sewing-needle-541737_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;VALUE=DATE:20240208 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240328 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20230707T153344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T194734Z UID:43642-1707350400-1711583999@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Featured Artists - Carol Keefe & Bobby Reeve DESCRIPTION:This exhibit pairs the lush ocean landscapes of Carol Keefe with the true-to-life bird sculptures of Bobby Reeve.  Visit the BFL to enjoy this nature-themed exhibit\, and come to meet the artists during our opening reception on Tuesday\, February 13th at 5:30pm. \n  \nCarol Keefe\nCarol Keefe is a long-term artist member of the Artist Association of Nantucket (AAN)\, and is represented at their gallery.  She has had several Featured Artist shows there and won Best of Show in the AAN Gallery in 2007.  In 2014\, Carol was honored with the 2014 Painting Award from the AAN.  Carol has studied at both the Decordova and Danforth Museum Schools\, as well as with Sherre Wilson Ray and Sandra Flavin.   Carol’s work is displayed at Brown Basket Gallery on South Wharf\, the Nantucket Looms\, The Sherborn Inn\, Natick Artist Open Studios\, and numerous private collections\, as well as in her home studio near Cisco Beach and South Natick. \nCarol’s art\, in her own words: \nI am inspired by the ever-changing light and color at the horizon. My medium of choice is oil on board or canvas. My paintings are often large\, horizontal pieces emphasizing the meeting of sky and sea on Nantucket Island. My goal is to capture the feelings of summer on our coast. \n  \nBobby Reeve\nFor over 50 years\, Bobby Reeve has been a woodworker in New Hampshire and Massachusetts doing house carpentry and running a one-man shop for furniture making and bird carvings. Both his parents were watercolorists and he started painting with their mentor\, Harold Stevenson\, many years ago. \nBobby’s art\, in his own words: \nI always wanted to fly\, and I don’t mean in a plane! Somehow this explains my love of birds — their flight\, colors\, shapes\, songs\, and behaviors. I love the idea of a “bird’s eye view” and carving and sculpting almost get me there.  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/keefereed/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,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:20240213T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T183000 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20240113T153818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T194632Z UID:47580-1707845400-1707849000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Art Opening Reception: Carol Keefe and Bobby Reeve DESCRIPTION:Join us for an art opening reception for artists Carol Keefe and Bobby Reeve\, whose art will be featured at the BFL from February 8 – March 27.  This is your chance to meet the artists and to enjoy their art. This reception is free and open to the public. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\nCarol’s art\, in her own words:\nI am inspired by the ever-changing light and color at the horizon. My medium of choice is oil on board or canvas. My paintings are often large\, horizontal pieces emphasizing the meeting of sky and sea on Nantucket Island. My goal is to capture the feelings of summer on our coast. \n\n\nBobby’s art\, in his own words:\nI always wanted to fly\, and I don’t mean in a plane! Somehow this explains my love of birds — their flight\, colors\, shapes\, songs\, and behaviors. I love the idea of a “bird’s eye view” and carving and sculpting almost get me there.  \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nwww.carolkeefe.com\nwww.robertreeve.com\n\n\n\n  \n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/keefeandreeve/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,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:20240217T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20231220T172252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T171940Z UID:47448-1708167600-1708171200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Instrument Petting Zoo DESCRIPTION:The Bacon Free Library is partnering with Bach to Rock in Wellesley to bring you this instrument petting zoo. B2R will be bringing a variety of musical instruments to the Bacon for 60 minutes of instrument exploration to give people of all ages a chance to learn about instruments and experience playing them. Please stop by to try out an instrument\, or two\, that you’re curious about. No registration required. \n \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/instrumentpettingzoo/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/instrument-petting-zoo-e1706030345580.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:20240305T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T183000 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20240201T155433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T164230Z UID:47831-1709658000-1709663400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Slow Stitching DESCRIPTION:Fabric artist Helen Bellomo is back by popular demand for another Slow Stitching class. \nIn a busy and chaotic world\, sometimes we just need to slow down and not worry about creating a product; instead we can enjoy the process. Slow stitching is a mindful needlework process that focuses on intention and the joy of being in the present moment. Join us to learn about slow stitching. A kit (includes base fabric\, patchwork fabric pieces\, lace\, trims\, buttons\, needle\, and thread) will be provided to all registered participants. \nThis program is geared towards all ages. Children under 10 must be accompanied by a caregiver. \nThis workshop is limited to 10 participants. Registration is required. \n\n \n \n Slow Stitching - March\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/slowstitching-2/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/sewing-needle-541737_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;VALUE=DATE:20240328 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240515 DTSTAMP:20260404T112223 CREATED:20240301T191002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T154614Z UID:48211-1711584000-1715731199@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Featured Artist - Rebecca McGee Tuck DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nRebecca McGee Tuck is a sculptor and an ocean activist.  Her work is a visual narrative of what she accumulates from a throw away society and as a result she gives new life to what others discard. Tuck has shown her work in multiple juried shows throughout the Northeast including the Danforth and Fitchburg Art Museums\, Viridian Arts Gallery in NYC\, and the George Marshall Store Gallery in York\, Maine.   \nTuck’s series of work called  “Along the Wrack Line” deals with the overwhelming amount of debris and plastic trash that contaminate our local New England beaches.  Tuck works among her menagerie of debris from her studio at the Mill Contemporary Art Studios in Framingham. \n \n  \nJoin us for an artist’s reception: come to meet Rebecca McGee Tuck on Tuesday\, April 30th from 5:00-6:30PM.  \n\n \n \n \n\n \n wracklineseadebriserosiondogood \n\n \n \n \n \n \nRebecca’s art\, in her own words:\nWrack Line–  A trail of debris left on the beach by the high tide. \nI began walking the wrack line as a kid with my father—attracted to the sea glass and shells like a perpetual seaside treasure hunt.  I learned in time that the real treasures were not always as conspicuous.  The random debris that washed ashore after spending ages enduring the ocean’s churn and grasp held more mystery for me.  Foraging at the high tide water mark has metamorphosed into my passion and catalyst for my work.  \nFishing lines\, rope\, lobster cages and other marine debris are colorful\, full of texture and ready-made to be woven into my assemblage fiber sculpture.  But with each bag of jetsam collected\, I felt the precarious weight of the impact of marine debris on our ocean.  It has overwhelmed me and it became clear that I needed to take a more active role in the ocean’s protection.  \n“Along the Wrack-line” is the title I have given to my ongoing series of sculpture.  With this work I raise awareness to the constant misuse of the ocean’s ecosystem by transforming pieces of marine debris into works of art and symbols of hope calling attention to the consequences of polluting our oceans and encouraging a new commitment to action! \nInstagram: @Rebeccabombshellart /https://www.instagram.com/rebeccabombshellart/ \nFacebook: RebeccaMcGeeTuckArt https://www.facebook.com/rebeccamcgeetuckart/ \nwebsite: Rebeccamcgeetuck.com https://rebeccamcgeetuck.com/ URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/mcgeetuck/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/HeadShot_2022-e1712075436452.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