• In the Newsroom with NBC10 Boston/NECN’s Susan Tran

    Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States
    Adult Events

    Meet Susan Tran, on-air reporter for NBC10Boston/NECN! We'll be discussing how Susan got to where she is, her experiences in TV media, esp as an Asian American woman, and how […]

  • Art Opening Reception: Shannon Slattery

    Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States
    All Ages

    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 […]

  • Environmental Book Club

    Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States
    Adult Events

    Join us for a Zoom discussion of Fen, bog & swamp: a short history of peatland destruction and its role in the climate crisis by Annie Proulx Copies of the […]

  • (Virtually) Explore the Springfield Armory National Historic Park

    Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States
    Adult Events

    The Bacon Free Library invites you to a lunchtime excursion, without needing to leave your home or office.  Each Wednesday through the end of May, enjoy a virtual talk given […]

  • Nonfiction Book Club

    Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States
    Adult Events

        *Please note: this month we are meeting on the 3rd Saturday (the 4th Saturday is on Memorial day weekend and the library is closed) This month, we will […]

  • Tuesday Book Club

    Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States
    Adult Events

    This month, we will read and discuss Fresh Water for Flowers by Valérie Perrin.   We meet in hybrid format. Join us live at the library or on Zoom for […]

  • (Virtually) Explore the Lowell National Historic Park

    Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States
    Adult Events

    The Bacon Free Library invites you to a lunchtime excursion, without needing to leave your home or office.  Each Wednesday through the end of May, enjoy a virtual talk given […]

  • Cinéphile Mondays

    Adult Events

    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 […]

  • Author Talk: Dick Lehr

    Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot St, Natick, MA, United States
    Adult Events

    We are happy to welcome author, journalist, and professor Dick Lehr back to the BFL to talk about his latest book, White Hot Hate.  This book details the gripping true […]

  • Mystery Book Club

    Adult Events

    Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of The Last Detective by Peter Lovesey. Copies available at the library, or borrow as an ebook on Libby or digital audiobook on Hoopla. […]

  • History Book Club

    Adult Events

    Join us for a virtual discussion of:  The Island of sea women / by Lisa See. Copies of the book will be available at the Bacon Free Library. Call 508-653-6730 […]

  • Story Time

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    Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States
    Kids Events

    Join us on the Bacon Free Library lawn for stories, songs, and rhymes.   Bring along a blanket to get comfy.  We are looking forward to seeing you!   Note:  if […]

  • Pure and Simple Flower Design

    Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States
    Adult Events

    The class is open to adults who want to learn more about floral design. The class will include, ideas on basic floral designs, sustainable mechanics, and floral conditioning. We will […]

  • Environmental Book Club

    Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States
    Adult Events

    For our last meeting before the summer we will meet in person on Saturday June 17 at the Bacon free library. Join us for a discussion of The End of […]

  • Big Bubbles with Mr. Vinny the Bubble Guy

    Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States
    Kids Special Events

    Kick off Summer Reading with some running, jumping, and bubble-popping fun! With his giant, homemade bubble wands, Mr. Vinny gets kids and adults involved in bubble chasing games. Silly, interactive […]

  • How to Steal a Masterpiece

    Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States
    Adult Events

    How to Steal a Masterpiece Join us for another great talk with art historian and educator, Mallory Mortillaro. Enter the underworld of stolen art as we examine the little known […]

  • Read to a Dog

    Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States
    Kids Events

    Build confidence and practice your reading skills by reading out loud to a registered therapy dog! Children ages 5 and up can sign up for a 15 minute reading session […]

  • Nonfiction Book Club

    Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States
    Adult Events

        This month, we will discuss West with the Night by Beryl Markham.  Although born in England, Markham & her father moved to Africa, where she would spend most […]

  • Cinéphile Mondays

    Adult Events

    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 […]

  • Family Trivia – Share your Patriotism!

    Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States
    All Ages

    In anticipation of July 4th, join us for a star-spangled trivia event on the BFL lawn!  From 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.  […]

  • Book Club

    Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States
    Adult Events

    This month, we will read and discuss The Woman in the Library by Sulari Gentill.   We meet in hybrid format. Join us live at the library or on Zoom […]

  • Nancy Horan in Conversation with Therese Fowler (Virtual)

    Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States
    Adult Events

    Nancy Horan, author of the million-copy New York Times bestseller Loving Frank, returns with her new book The House of Lincoln, a sweeping historical novel, which tells the story of Abraham Lincoln's […]

  • Chickens in the Garden with Gretel Anspach (Virtual)

    Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States
    Adult Events

    Chickens are a wonderful addition to any garden because they provide eggs, wonderful fertilizer, and lots of company! Learn the ins and outs of housing, feeding, and tending chickens, and […]

  • Mystery Book Club

    Adult Events

    Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of The Midcoast by Adam White. Copies available at the library, or borrow as an ebook or digital audiobook on Libby. Please email cstirling@minlib.net […]

  • Mindfulness for Kids

    Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States
    Kids Events

    Families will create mindful moments together in this outdoor workshop with Traci McCubbin from The Mindful Squirrel. Traci shares, "At The Mindful Squirrel we believe that mindfulness is for everyone […]

  • An Evening with Bestselling Author Lisa See (virtual)

    Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States
    Adult Events

    Join New York Times bestselling author Lisa See as she talks about her new book Lady Tan’s Circle of Women, a captivating story of women helping other women. See’s latest […]

  • Trevor the Games Man!

    Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States
    Kids Events

    Join Trevor the Games Man for an uproarious, participatory show featuring stilt-walking and cooperative games! All ages welcome. This program will take place outdoors, weather permitting, so bring a blanket […]

  • Learn Ukulele (for Kids)

    Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States
    Kids Events

    Want to try an instrument that is fun and easy to play? Join Julie Stepanek as she shows the fundamentals of ukulele playing. No experience necessary. Ukuleles provided for use […]

  • Learn Ukulele (for Adults)

    Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States
    Adult Events

    Want to try an instrument that is fun and easy to play? Join Julie Stepanek as she shows the fundamentals of ukulele playing. No experience necessary. Ukuleles provided for use […]