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: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:20230720T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20221129T215239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T164516Z UID:40428-1689850800-1689854400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:History Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual discussion of: How the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across  America/ Clint Smith \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-july/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/How-the-Word.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230721T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230721T153000 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20230627T174235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T174457Z UID:43563-1689948000-1689953400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:(Virtual) A Look at the Life and Works of Agatha Christie DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL: Great Writers – A Look at the Life and Works of Agatha Christie\nFriday\, July 21st 2:00—3:30 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.**   \nAgatha Christie is the most famous mystery writer in the world. In fact\, the Guinness Book of World Records goes further and lists Christie as the best-selling novelist of all time. Her novels have sold roughly 2 billion copies\, and her estate claims that her works come third in the rankings of the world’s most-widely published books\, behind only Shakespeare’s works and the Bible. Who was this remarkable woman? How did she come to write her indelible works? Why is she still such a popular literary figure? These and other questions will be explored along with a real life mystery about Christie’s dramatic disappearance in 1926 that remains substantially unsolved to this day. Led by Dr. Bill Thierfelder\, a retired college professor who taught a variety of Arts and Humanities courses for 32 years at several New York universities and colleges\, including St. John’s University and Dowling College. He holds a Ph.D. in English\, with minors in theater\, art history and music history. \nRegister directly on Zoom HERE. \n  \n\n  \n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/agathachristie/ 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/2023/06/agatha-christie.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:20230722T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230722T110000 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20230404T172145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T172145Z UID:42458-1690020000-1690023600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Nonfiction Book Club DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThis month\, we will discuss Chasing the Thrill: Obsession\, Death\, and Glory in American’s Most Extraordinary Treasure Hunt by Daniel Barbarisi.   \nWhen Forrest Fenn was given a fatal cancer diagnosis\, he came up with a bold plan: He would hide a chest full of jewels and gold in the wilderness\, and publish a poem that would serve as a map leading to the treasure’s secret location. But he didn’t die\, and after hiding the treasure in 2010\, Fenn instead presided over a decade-long gold rush that saw many thousands of treasure hunters scrambling across the Rocky Mountains in pursuit of his fortune. \n \nIn 2017\, reporter Daniel Barbarisi began to document this hunt. Over the course of four chaotic years\, several searchers would die\, endless controversies would erupt\, and one hunter would ultimately find the chest.  But the mystery didn’t end there. \nCopies of this book are available at the library.  \nThe BFL is not open on summer Saturdays\, therefore our  discussion will be held on Zoom.  Please register here to receive the meeting details: \n\n\n \n \n Nonfiction Book Club Registration - July 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/nfjuly23/ 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:20230725T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 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:20230725T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20230601T175850Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230601T181333Z UID:43284-1690309800-1690313400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Book Club DESCRIPTION:This month\, we will read and discuss Afterlife by Julia Alvarez \nWe meet in hybrid format. Join us at the library or on Zoom for the discussion.  \nCopies of the book are available at the library.  \nOrder your own copy HERE. \nLarge Print Available in Large Print and Spoken CD \nEBOOK Available on OVERDRIVE  \nDigital audiobook  instantly available on HOOPLA \nIf you are interested in attending\, please contact Graziella at glesellier@minlib.net URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/book-club-2023-july/ 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/2023/06/Afterlife.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:20230726T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230726T111500 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20230127T205348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230322T135834Z UID:41438-1690367400-1690370100@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Rockabye Beats DESCRIPTION:Join us outdoors on the library lawn for some musical fun with Rockabye Beats! We’ll sing\, dance\, play instruments\, and learn a little Spanish. Geared toward ages 0-5. \nIf it rains\, the program will move indoors and space will be available on a first come\, first served basis until we reach our building capacity. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/rockabye-beats/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Events,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/rockabyebrainbowlogo.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:20230728T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230728T161500 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20230421T155527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T133750Z UID:42603-1690556400-1690560900@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Read to a Dog DESCRIPTION: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 with Sophie\, a gentle golden retriever who loves belly rubs\, stories\, and cuddles. \nRegistration is required. Please register for each child attending. \n\n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/read-to-a-dog-july28/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Events,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/IMG_7858-scaled-e1682700542191.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:20230731T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230731T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20230629T205128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T192747Z UID:43583-1690819200-1690822800@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 July 31 \nWe will be discussing: Vagabond (Sans toit ni loi) by Agnès Varda\, France 1985 \nAvailable on DVD in the Minuteman Network HERE \nIf you are interested in attending this Zoom discussion\, please contact Graziella at glesellier@minlib.net URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/cinephile-monday-july-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:20230801T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230801T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20230322T135642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230322T151116Z UID:42168-1690909200-1690912800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Science Heroes: Saving Earth Together! DESCRIPTION:Science and stories collide in this interactive STEM program presented by Talewise! Two unlikely heroes must learn to work together to stop a super-polluting mastermind. Throughout the story\, you’ll help the performer conduct amazing science experiments all about air pressure\, the laws of motion\, chemical reactions\, and much more! \nRecommended for ages 3-11. Weather permitting\, this program will take place outdoors on the library lawn\, so bring a blanket or chair (and a picnic if you’d like!). \nIf it rains\, the program will move indoors and space will be available on a first come\, first served basis until we reach our building capacity. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/science-heroes-saving-earth-together/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Events,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/1009163394MA_SR_science2ds-e1679493350113.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:20230802T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T113000 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20230322T184949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230322T184949Z UID:42233-1690972200-1690975800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Messy Play Time DESCRIPTION:Join us outdoors for some messy\, creative fun! Explore simple\, open-ended projects like making oobleck\, experimenting with baking soda and vinegar\, or fingerpainting with shaving cream. \nGeared toward ages 1-6 with adult supervision. Remember to wear clothes and shoes that can get messy! \nIf it rains\, we’ll offer a less-messy craft indoors and save the messy projects for another day. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/messy-play-time/2023-08-02/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/messy-e1679510137923.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:20230803T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230803T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20230717T203502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T203502Z UID:43790-1691064000-1691067600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:(Virtual) Seed Saving with Mass. Master Gardener\, Gretel Anspach DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL: Seed Saving with the Mass. Master Gardener Association\nThursday\, August 3\, 12:00—1:00 PM\nOnline in collaboration with the Tewksbury Public Library\n\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.**   \nDuring this presentation we will talk about the reasons for saving your own seeds and learn some of the basic techniques for ensuring genetic purity. We will include discussions about the home garden plants from which seeds can be easily saved and stored for future use. Led by Gretel Anspach\, a Trustee of the Massachusetts Horticultural Society\, a Lifetime Master Gardener with the Massachusetts Master Gardener Association. She won the MMGA Lifetime Achievement Award in 2016. Gretel established and maintains a 20\,000 square foot food production garden that has provided fresh produce to the Marlboro and Maynard Food Pantries for the last ten years. Her primary interest and focus is always in the science behind horticulture. \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/seedsaving/ 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:20230803T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230803T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20230511T161142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T161142Z UID:43033-1691067600-1691071200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mystery Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of The Perfect Couple by Elin Hilderbrand. Copies available at the library\, or borrow as an ebook or digital audiobook on Libby. Please email cstirling@minlib.net to register and receive the Zoom link. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/mystery-perfect-couple/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/perfect-couple.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20230421T171701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T152705Z UID:42611-1691510400-1691514000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mindfulness for Kids DESCRIPTION: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 at all times of day and in all environments. We support all ages in developing a mindful practice that evokes a sense of gratitude\, acceptance\, joy\, play\, and peace.” \nThis program is geared toward children ages 4-10 with a parent/caregiver. We will meet outside on the library lawn\, or inside if it rains. Registration is required. Please register for each child attending. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/mindfulness-for-kids-2/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Events,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/rsw_400h_533cg_true-e1682096972973.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:20230809T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230809T110000 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20230308T201343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T141607Z UID:42097-1691577000-1691578800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:CANCELED Jammin With You DESCRIPTION:We’re sad to say that this program has been canceled for 8/9 due to unforeseen circumstances. Sorry for the inconvenience! Jammin With You will be back on 8/23 for some musical fun. \n \nSponsored by Middlesex Savings Bank URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/jammin-2023-4-5-2-2023-08-09/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Events,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/JamminWithYou.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:20230810T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230810T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20221129T215557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T223237Z UID:40431-1691665200-1691668800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:History Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual discussion of: Beautiful country : a memoir / by Qian Julie Wang. \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-august/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Beautiful-Country.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T183000 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20230428T200231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230815T212208Z UID:42698-1692120600-1692124200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Award-Winning Music - Our Band DESCRIPTION:Join us indoors at the BFL for Our Band which will win your heart. Sasha Papernik and Justin Poindexter bring their award-winning songwriting and bold interpretations to a rich Americana soundscape. With their airtight harmonies\, irreverent humor\, and astounding instrumental virtuosity\, the pair’s restless creativity knows no bounds – both in concert and in their unique music videos. Together\, they have performed for audiences in some of the world’s greatest venues\, from Carnegie Hall to Lincoln Center to the Smithsonian Museum of American Art. In 2018-19 they toured Poland\, Germany and Estonia as ambassadors of American music for U.S. State Department. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/ourband/ 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/2023/04/NGalicheva-71121.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:20230822T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T183000 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 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;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20230601T180046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230601T183616Z UID:43289-1692729000-1692732600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Book Club DESCRIPTION:This month\, we will read and discuss Violeta by Isabel Allende \nWe meet in hybrid format. Join us live at the library or on Zoom for the discussion.  \nCopies of the book are available at the library.  \nOrder your own copy HERE. \nAvailable in Large Print and Spoken CD \nDigital audiobook Available on OVERDRIVE  \nEBOOK available on OVERDRIVE \nIf you are interested in attending\, please contact Graziella at glesellier@minlib.net URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/book-club-2023-august/ 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/2023/06/Violeta.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:20230825T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230825T161500 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20230421T155654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T140223Z UID:42605-1692975600-1692980100@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Read to a Dog DESCRIPTION: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 with Sophie\, a gentle golden retriever who loves belly rubs\, stories\, and cuddles. \nRegistration is required. Please register for each child attending. \n\n \n \n Read to a Dog Oct. 18\n \n \n Child's Name*Child's Age*Email*\n \n Choose a time slot*10:40-10:55\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/read-to-a-dog-aug25/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Events,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/IMG_7858-scaled-e1682700542191.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:20230826T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230826T110000 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20230522T182052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T182052Z UID:43143-1693044000-1693047600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Nonfiction Book Club DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThis month\, we will discuss The Address Book: what street addresses reveal about identity\, race\, wealth\, and power by Deirdre Mask.  \nKirkus Reviews describes this book as: “An impressive book-length answer to a question few of us consider: ‘Why do street addresses matter?’ “ \nCopies of this book are available at the library.  \nThe BFL is not open on summer Saturdays\, therefore our  discussion will be held on Zoom.  Please register here to receive the meeting details: \n\n \n \n Nonfiction Book Club Registration - February 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/nfaugust23/ 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:20230828T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230828T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20230731T221222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T221900Z UID:44021-1693238400-1693242000@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 August 28 \nWe will be discussing: Sweet Bean by Naomi Kawase\, Japan 2015 \nAvailable on Kanopy HERE \nIf you are interested in attending this Zoom discussion\, please contact Graziella at glesellier@minlib.net URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/cinephile-monday-august-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:20230829T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230829T113000 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20230717T204429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T204509Z UID:43792-1693305000-1693308600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:(Virtual)Take a Walk in Paris (Live Tour) DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL: Take A Walk In Paris (Live Tour)\nTuesday\, August 29 10:30—11:30 AM Online in collaboration with the Tewksbury Public Library\n\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.**   \nFrench tour guide Patrick Herpe will give viewers a live tour of Paris. He’ll be walking while ZOOMing with us to show live video of Notre Dame\, the Pont Neuf\, the river Seine\, Sainte-Chapelle\, and more. He’ll discuss the history of each Paris landmark he spotlights\, and offer tips for traveling to Paris. \nRegister directly on Zoom HERE. Sponsored by the Corning Foundation and the Friends of the Library. \nNOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 24 hours of the program. \n\n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/walkinparis/ 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/2023/07/Notre-Dame.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:20230906T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230906T103000 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20230503T203618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T205330Z UID:42805-1693994400-1693996200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Baby Time DESCRIPTION:Join us for a cozy storytime filled with lap bounces\, rhymes\, songs\, and simple stories. Geared toward infants and young toddlers with their grownups. \n**NEW DAY! Now on Wednesdays** URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/baby-time-2/2023-09-06/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Baby-Time-for-website-e1670943351162.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:20260406T111426 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:20230907T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230907T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20230713T202115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T202115Z UID:43745-1694091600-1694095200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mystery Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of The Truth About the Harry Quebert Affair by Joel Dicker. Copies available at the library\, or borrow as an ebook or digital audiobook on Libby. Please email cstirling@minlib.net to register and receive the Zoom link. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/mystery-harry-quebert/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Harry-Quebert.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T183000 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 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:20230914T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20221129T220439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T223450Z UID:40435-1694689200-1694692800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:History Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual discussion of: River of doubt : Theodore Roosevelt’s darkest journey / Candice Millard. \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-september-2/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/river-of-doubt.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T111500 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20230731T192032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T193129Z UID:44009-1694858400-1694862900@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Read to a Dog DESCRIPTION: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 with Sophie\, a gentle golden retriever who loves belly rubs\, stories\, and cuddles. \nRegistration is required and opens one month before the program. Please register for each child attending. \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/read-to-a-dog-sept16/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Events,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/IMG_7858-scaled-e1682700542191.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:20230919T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20230824T182041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T193529Z UID:44384-1695150000-1695153600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Environmental Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a ZOOM discussion of:\nSlow Birding : The Art and Science of Enjoying the Birds in Your Own Backyard by Joan E. Strassmann \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-sept/ 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/2023/08/Slow-Birding.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:20230921T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T111426 CREATED:20230817T183226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T141431Z UID:44297-1695322800-1695326400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:(Virtual) James Herriot: The Simple Life of the World's Most Famous Veterinarian DESCRIPTION:Join Anglophile and former UK resident Claire Evans as she recounts the life and times of Alf Wight\, an unassuming country veterinarian who practiced for 50 years in one of England’s most beautiful places\, the Yorkshire Dales. He rose to international fame later in life under the pen name James Herriot as he recounted the heartwarming animal stories and colorful characters of a bygone era\, inspiring films and multiple television series. Of the latest TV adaptation of All Creatures Great and Small\, shown on PBS’ Masterpiece\, The Guardian said\, “Switching it on was the television equivalent of taking your brain out and dunking it into a bucket of warm tea (Yorkshire\, obviously).” \nBask in the visual beauty of Claire’s recent Yorkshire Dales visit and learn the surprising story of the vet whose books still entertain millions. \nThis program will be held on Zoom.  Please register to receive the Zoom link via email.  \n\n \n\n \n \n James Herriot\n \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 \n \n\n \n  \n\n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/jamesherriot-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/2023/08/claire-craig-evans-scaled-e1692626905204.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