Nonfiction Book Club

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

This month, we will discuss The Feather Thief: beauty, obsession, and the natural history heist of the century by Kirk Wallace Johnson.   Praise for this book from Eva Holland of Outside: “The best compliment I can give a nonfiction writer is that they make me care deeply about an obscure topic I would otherwise never […]

Cinéphile Mondays

Cinephilia is an academic word literally meaning “love of cinema,” but it also contains hints of nostalgia and passion for a film art that was undoubtedly the defining media experience of the twentieth century. As such, cinema has a variegated and fascinating history which extends well beyond the Hollywood we are all familiar with.  Meant […]

Big Bubbles with Mr. Vinny the Bubble Guy

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

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 entertainment for all ages! This program will be held outdoors. If it rains, the fun will move inside and Mr. Vinny will share his shadow […]

Book Club

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

This month, we will read and discuss Inheritance : a memoir of genealogy, paternity, and love by Dani Shapiro Join us at the library for the discussion.  Copies of the book are available at the library.  Order your own copy HERE DIGITAL AUDIOBOOK available on OVERDRIVE If you are interested in attending, please contact Graziella […]

Marie Picard Craig Art Exhibit

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

  Marie Craig uses cyanotype photography to explore the overlap between concrete bodies, or still moments, and the life instilled in them. Her photographs capture places of formative choice, incorporating both intention and chance.  Cyanotype photographs (sometimes called sunprints) are made without a camera by placing objects on paper or fabric that is coated with […]

Scratch Art Animal Masks

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

Make a colorful animal mask and let your imagination run wild! Recommended for ages 3 and up. Registration is required, as supplies are limited. Please register separately for each child attending. Image is from iREAD

Zentangle

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

The Zentangle® Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns (called tangles). In this workshop, learn the history of Zentangle, the basic steps of the method, and the tools used. Through step-by-step instructions, you will be immersed in creating an original Zentangle tile.   No artistic talent […]

Ed the Wizard’s Reading Is Magic – INDOORS

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

**This program will be held INDOORS due to the heat. Space will be available on a first come, first served basis. We recommend arriving a little early to get a spot.** Enjoy this family-friendly, interactive magic show full of comedy and suspense! Ed the Wizard's performance will celebrate the importance of reading and entertain an audience of […]

VIRTUAL: Bestselling Author Dawn Tripp Discusses “Jackie” (A Novel About Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis)

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

The Bacon Free Library is partnering with the Tewksbury Public Library to bring you bestselling author Dawn Tripp. Dawn will discuss her new novel about Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Jackie. Jackie is the story of a woman—deeply private with a nuanced, formidable intellect—who forged a legacy out of grief and shaped history even as she was […]

Kids’ Poetry Workshop

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

Use your imagination and express yourself in some fun and creative activities with local author and educator Marcie Schwartz. In each session (July 10th, 17th, and 24th), participants will create poems and craft projects to bring home. Geared toward children entering grades 1-5. Registration is required. If you would like to attend all three sessions, […]

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