BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Bacon Free Library - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Bacon Free Library 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: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;VALUE=DATE:20240328 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240515 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T103000 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20240329T211722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T145327Z UID:48437-1713866400-1713868200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Story Time DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Bacon Free Library lawn for stories\, songs\, and rhymes.   \nBring along a blanket to get comfy. We are looking forward to seeing you! \nNote:  if the weather is wet or below 55 degrees\, we’ll move this story time indoors.  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/stsummer23-2/2024-04-23/ 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/2023/05/animalsreading.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:20240423T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T193000 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20231027T181033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T182253Z UID:45119-1713897000-1713900600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Book Club DESCRIPTION:This month\, we will read and discuss The Perfect Nanny: A Novel by Leila Slimani 2018 (translated from French) \nJoin us at the library for the discussion.  \nCopies of the book are available at the library.  \nOrder your own copy HERE \nDigital Audiobook available on OVERDRIVE \nIf you are interested in attending\, please contact Graziella at glesellier@minlib.net URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/book-club-2024-april/ 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/2023/10/Perfect-Nanny.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:20240424T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T103000 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20230503T203618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T171141Z UID:47112-1713952800-1713954600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Lapsit Storytime DESCRIPTION:Stories\, bounces\, and songs for babies 0-24 months and their grownups! \nThe historic nature of our building limits accessibility. This program is also offered in an accessible location at the Morse Institute Library (click here for dates\, times\, and more information). URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/baby-time-2-2023-12-06/2024-04-24/ 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;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20221206T195935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231104T154036Z UID:40418-1714212000-1714215600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Nonfiction Book Club DESCRIPTION:This month\, we will discuss H is for Hawk by Helen MacDonald.   \nAccording to Grove Atlantic: \nWhen Helen Macdonald’s father died suddenly on a London street\, she was devastated. An experienced falconer—Helen had been captivated by hawks since childhood—she’d never before been tempted to train one of the most vicious predators\, the goshawk. But in her grief\, she saw that the goshawk’s fierce and feral temperament mirrored her own. Resolving to purchase and raise the deadly creature as a means to cope with her loss\, she adopted Mabel\, and turned to the guidance of The Once and Future King author T.H. White’s chronicle The Goshawk to begin her challenging endeavor. Projecting herself “in the hawk’s wild mind to tame her” tested the limits of Macdonald’s humanity and changed her life. \nHeart-wrenching and humorous\, this book is an unflinching account of bereavement and a unique look at the magnetism of an extraordinary beast\, with a parallel examination of a legendary writer’s eccentric falconry. Obsession\, madness\, memory\, myth\, and history combine to achieve a distinctive blend of nature writing and memoir from an outstanding literary innovator. \n  \nCopies of this book are available at the library.  \n  \nOur discussion will be held in a hybrid format.  The host will be in person at the BFL\, while some members will join over zoom.  You are welcome to join either way.  For zoom\, please register here to receive the meeting details: \n\n\n \n \n Nonfiction Book Club Registration - April 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/nfapril24/ 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:20240427T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20240214T200506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T153204Z UID:48004-1714212000-1714222800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Celebrate the Earth - Seedling Swap and Ask a Master Gardener Booth DESCRIPTION:The Bacon Free Library is hosting an outdoors Celebrate the Earth event. \nJoin us on Saturday\, April 27th from 10-1:00 outdoors on our lawn. Bring your homegrown seedlings (or store bought) to swap with others. Have 6 tomato plant seedlings and only need 2? Swap them for others that you need. 4 seedlings maximum to trade. Need seeds to sow in your garden? Our Seed Library will be available all day. \n  \nStop by our Ask a Master Gardener Booth to ask the experts all of your gardening questions. \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/seedlingswap/ 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/2024/02/earth.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:20240429T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240429T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20231027T213452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T221507Z UID:45138-1714406400-1714410000@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 April 29\nWe will be discussing:  \nLast Year at Marienbad by Alain Resnais\, France 1961. \nAvailable on DVD HERE\nAlso available on CRITERION \nIf you are interested in attending this Zoom discussion\, please contact Graziella at glesellier@minlib.net URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/cinephile-april/ 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:20240430T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T183000 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20240301T192949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T192949Z UID:48219-1714496400-1714501800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Rebecca McGee Tuck - Meet the Artist Event DESCRIPTION:The Bacon Free Library is hosting a meet the artist event with sculptor and social activist\, Rebecca McGee Tuck.  Come join us on Tuesday\, April 30th from 5-6:30pm. \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\,  NYC\, and the George Marshall Store Gallery in York\, Maine.   Her 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. \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/rebeccamcgeetuck/ 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T140000 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20240229T205458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T205458Z UID:48206-1714654800-1714658400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mystery Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of Mastering the Art of French Murder by Colleen Cambridge. Copies available at the library\, or borrow as an ebook or digital audiobook through Hoopla\, or an ebook or digital audiobook through Libby. Please email cstirling@minlib.net to register and receive the Zoom link. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/mastering-art-french-murder/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/81ZqLae1fOL._SL1500_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20230308T201343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T150028Z UID:42734-1714732200-1714734000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Jammin With You DESCRIPTION:Be prepared to laugh\, dance\, sing\, and jam your way through 30 minutes of non-stop family fun! This performance is geared toward kids ages 1 – 7\, but fun for the whole family. With modern takes on children’s classics and classic original tunes\, you’ll be humming and bopping all the way home. \nIf the weather is 55 degrees or warmer\, the program will be held outdoors behind the library\, so bring a blanket or towel for sitting on the grass. If it’s rainy or under 55 degrees\, we’ll meet indoors and space will be available on a first come\, first served basis. \nBring your own simple instruments if you can! We recommend shakers\, rhythm sticks\, and scarves\, or homemade equivalents like a container of rice\, a couple of wooden spoons\, and a dish towel. Jammin With You has more instrument suggestions here. \n \nSponsored by Middlesex Savings Bank URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/jammin-2023-4-5-2/2024-05-03/ 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:20240506T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T103000 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20230307T222121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230307T222121Z UID:48521-1714989600-1714991400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Dog Tales Story Time DESCRIPTION:Muri and her human Cheryl will be visiting the BFL for a fun and furry story time! Join us for dog-approved stories and a chance to pet this calm\, sweet\, and soft therapy dog. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/dogtales5-1-23-2023-11-13/2024-05-06/ 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/2023/03/muri-e1682108062468.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:20240507T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T183000 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20240408T183418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T152258Z UID:48571-1715101200-1715106600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Zentangle DESCRIPTION: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.\n \nNo artistic talent or experience is required. All supplies will be provided. \n \nRachel Slate-Ziman is a Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT)\, educated by the creators of Zentangle\, Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas. She has been learning and practicing the Zentangle Method for many years.\nRegistration required. \n  \nThis program is full. If you would like\, you may join the waiting list by filling out this form: \n\n \n \n Event Waiting List\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/zentangle/ 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/2024/04/zentangle.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:20240509T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20231027T214202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231228T195326Z UID:45153-1715252400-1715256000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:History Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual discussion of: The girl with seven names : a escape from North Korea by Hyeonseo Lee \nCopies of the book will be available at the Bacon Free Library. Call 508-653-6730 to arrange pick up. \nOrder your own copy HERE \nFor details on how to attend this virtual meeting via Zoom\, please contact mking@minlib.net \nThe Zoom link to the discussion will be sent at a later date.  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/history-book-club-may-24/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Girl-with.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20240425T190011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T190011Z UID:48633-1715421600-1715425200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Français à la bibliothèque DESCRIPTION:BONJOUR !\n\nVous parlez français ? \nun peu\, beaucoup\, pas de problèmes. \nVenez nous rejoindre pour parler ou pour écouter. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/francais-a-la-bibliotheque-2/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/parlez-vous.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20240226T155843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T161853Z UID:48117-1716026400-1716030000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Nonfiction Book Club DESCRIPTION:*Please note: this month we are meeting on the 3rd Saturday (the 4th Saturday is part of Memorial day weekend) \n\nThis month\, we will discuss Maid: hard work\, low pay\, and a mother’s will to survive by Stephanie Land.   \nStephanie Land is an author and activist whose writing focuses on social and economic justice\, as well as parenting under the poverty line. Her debut book\, Maid: Hard Work\, Low Pay\, and a Mother’s Will to Survive\, was a New York Times bestseller and was adapted into a limited series on Netflix. The book details Land’s personal experience with poverty\, relying on government assistance programs to support herself and her daughter. — From Stepville.com \n  \nCopies of this book are available at the library.  \nOur discussion will be held in a hybrid format.  The host will be in person at the BFL\, while some members will join over zoom.  You are welcome to join either way.  For zoom\, please register here to receive the meeting details: \n\n \n \n Nonfiction Book Club Registration - August 23\, 2025\n \n \n your nameemail*\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/nfmay24/ 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;VALUE=DATE:20240521 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240604 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20240501T171307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T175946Z UID:48786-1716249600-1717459199@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Great Blue Herons: A Study of Patience and Grace by Babsje DESCRIPTION:“Alas\, my days of photographing the magnificent Great Blue Herons from the cockpit of my kayak floating on the lake have come to an end.” Posted by Babsje on December 20\, 2023\, shortly before her death in January. babsjeheron.wordpress.com. \nBabsje was a local photographer who focused her lens on the Great Blue Herons in and around Lake Cochituate and on the Charles\, including at the dam in South Natick. She spent many very happy days floating in her kayak\, and the herons became so accustomed to her quiet presence that she was able to beautifully document their private grandeur for all to experience.  \nShe is greatly missed. \n\n \n \n \n\n \n Babsje_HappyBabsje Yoga Heron 3Babsje Yoga Heron 2Great blue heron preening Columbus Day weekend.Babsje great-blue-heron-fishing-near-reedsBabsje Yoga Heron 1 \n\n \n \n \n \n  \nVisit the BFL to enjoy Babsje’s stunning photography collection\, Great Blue Herons: A Study of Patience and Grace. \nPhotographs are available for purchase upon request \nAll proceeds from sales will be donated to Massachusetts Audubon Society \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/herons/ 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/2024/05/Babsje-Yoga-Heron-1-e1715015816680.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:20240521T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T183000 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20240325T152943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T153315Z UID:48356-1716310800-1716316200@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-3/ 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;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T200000 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20231027T174414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T193231Z UID:45097-1716318000-1716321600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Environmental Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion of Not Too Late: Changing the Climate Story from Despair to Possibility\nby Rebecca Solnit (Editor) and Thelma Young Lutunatabua (Editor) \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-2024-may-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/2023/10/Not-Too-Late.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:20240522T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T190000 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20240322T152246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T170413Z UID:48325-1716400800-1716404400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Decoding the Mysteries of Cats\, or Why Cats Do What They do DESCRIPTION: \n\nThe BFL is happy to host Certified Feline Training and Behavior Specialist Stephen Quandt for a virtual discussion of cat behavior.  Why does your kitty launch drive-by ankle biting attacks?  Does she really have to wake you up so early for food?  And what is with the overly aggressive play-fighting between the two tabbies? \nStephen Quandt\, behavior expert who has worked with the Animal Care Centers of NYC and the ASPCA\, will explain these common cat behaviors from the perspective of the evolutionary and adaptive forces that help shape their furry lives.  For example\, he’ll explain the influence of the mother/kitten relationship on the kittens’ innate needs for food\, attention\, and comfort. \nThis discussion will include a Q& A portion where you can seek guidance for your feline friends. \n\nThis program will be held over Zoom. Please register below to receive the program link.  \n  \n\n \n \n Decoding the Mysteries of Cats\, or Why Cats Do What They Do\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  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/mysteriesofcats/ 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/2024/03/stephen.blur_-e1712075560680.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:20240525T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240525T111500 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20240129T171157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T171157Z UID:47751-1716631200-1716635700@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 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-03-02-24-2/ 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;VALUE=DATE:20240527 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240528 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20220426T151530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T154718Z UID:37652-1716768000-1716854399@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Closed for Memorial Day DESCRIPTION:The BFL will be closed on Monday\, May 27th in honor of Memorial Day.  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/memday24/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Closings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/memorial-day.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:20240527T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240527T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20231027T213535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T231905Z UID:45140-1716825600-1716829200@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 May 27 \nWe will be discussing:  \nJeanne Dielman\, 23 Quai du Commerce\, 1080 Bruxelles by Chantal Akerman\, Belgium/France 1975.  \n\n \nDVD available on the Minuteman HERE\n \n\nIf you are interested in attending this Zoom discussion\, please contact Graziella at glesellier@minlib.net URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/cinephile-may/ 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:20240528T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240528T193000 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20231027T181117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T182335Z UID:45121-1716921000-1716924600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Book Club DESCRIPTION:This month\, we will read and discuss H is for hawk  by Helen Macdonald 2014 \nJoin us at the library for the discussion.  \nCopies of the book are available at the library.  \nOrder your own copy HERE \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-2024-may/ 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/2023/10/H-Is-for-Hawk.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:20240601T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20240425T190105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T195015Z UID:48635-1717236000-1717239600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Français à la bibliothèque DESCRIPTION:BONJOUR !\n\nVous parlez français ? \nun peu\, beaucoup\, pas de problèmes. \nVenez nous rejoindre pour parler ou pour écouter. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/francais-a-la-bibliotheque-2-2/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/parlez-vous.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240604 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240627 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20240604T135000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T164731Z UID:48964-1717459200-1719446399@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Native American Reflections – We Are Still Here DESCRIPTION:For the month of June\, the BFL is honored to host a multisensory exhibit entitled Native American Reflections – We Are Still Here.  Come to the library to enjoy paintings\, poetry\, baskets\, and other works of art created by members of Natick Nipmuc Tribe\, Abenaki Nation\, Algonquin Nation\, Inuk Nation\, and Wampanoag Nation.  Printing services donated by ICL Imaging. \n \nSeveral of the artists are profiled here \nClick here to learn about the artists of the Natick Nipmuc \n  \n\n \nWhite Feather\nfeatured art work: Waterfalls and Tranquility\n  \n \nWhite Feather is a member of the Wampanoag Nation who lives on traditional Wampanoag homelands with his wife of nearly 50 years and two dogs near old growth pines and two beautiful ponds. Proud of his mixed heritage with Cape Verde\, he walks in a traditional way with the Pipe and Sweat Lodges and honors the Original Instructions to embrace all nations on the Medicine Wheel. His name in language is Wampi-mequim/White Feather. \n  \n  \n \nHear White Feather read his poem The Silent Storm: \nhttps://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/The-Silent-Storm-White-Feather.wav\n\n \nBen Mitsuk\nfeatured art work: Fade and Night Sky\n  \n \nBenjamin Mitsuk (they/them) is a Two-Spirit\, Inuk artist based on Ottawa\, Ontario. Their creative practice is heavily informed by their lived experiences as a queer\, trans\, and mixed-race person. When they are not working or creating art\, they enjoy traveling\, spending time in nature/on the land\, and curling up on the couch with a good book.   \n  \n  \n \nHear Ben’s poem Two Worlds: \nhttps://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Two-Worlds-Ben-Mitsuk.wav\n\n \nLinden Limoges\nfeatured art work: Star Girl and Tolba\n  \n \nLinden\, born Linda\, has a mixed heritage including Ukrainian\, Russian\, and Algonquin.  She holds the intentions of Peace\, Gratitude\, Love\, and Kindness with Wonderment for All Beings.  She lives with “her” cat Nibezun and spends much of her time rambling outdoors in the meadows\, the woods\, or by the rivers in Vermont.  \n  \n  \nHear Linden’s poem Dawn Awakening: \nhttps://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Dawn-Awakening-Linden-2.wav\n\n  \nNebi Mstaka\nfeatured art work: Roots and Hawks\n  \n  An enrolled citizen of the Abenaki Nation\, Nebi Mstaka (Water Lily Root) is a painter in watercolors and writer of poetry\, fiction\, and nonfiction. Family\, friends\, and the animal\, plant\, and rock beings are Nebi’s heart. Nebi lives near the Kwenitekw (Long/Connecticut River) and on the lands of the Pocumtuck\, Nipmuc\, and Abenaki people. \n  \n  \n \nHear Nebi read her poem Roots: \nhttps://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Roots-Nebi-Mstaka.wav\n\n \nRoaming Buffalo Wabanaki\nfeatured art work: Wabanaki Light Warrior\n  \n \nCitizen of the Abenaki Nation\, Roaming Buffalo of the Wabanaki is an advocate\, budding indigenous poet\, and artist. Their heart is filled with gratitude and humility to be part of this amazing Painting Poetry Circle and to have this creative and powerful time\, Môwiwi/together. Roaming lives in the cross roads of many amazing traditional homelands including those of their Abenaki\, Pawtucket\, Pennacook\, Agawam\, Massachusett\, Nipmuc\, and Wampanoag relations. \n  \n  \n \nHear Roaming read his poem Without Your Voice: \nhttps://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Without-Your-Voice-There-Is-Only-Silence-Roaming-Buffalo-Wabanaki.wav\n\n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/narjune24/ 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:20240606T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T140000 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20240321T143742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T143742Z UID:48316-1717678800-1717682400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mystery Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of Cover Her Face by P.D. James. Copies available at the library\, or borrow as an ebook through Libby. Please email cstirling@minlib.net to register and receive the Zoom link. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/cover-her-face/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Cover-Her-Face.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T123000 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20240508T165647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T204627Z UID:48820-1717844400-1717849800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Native American Reflections - We Are Still Here DESCRIPTION:The Bacon Free Library is hosting an exhibit on Native American Art entitled Native American Reflections – We Are Still Here\, throughout the month of June. Artists include members of the Natick Nipmuc tribe\, Abenaki Nation\, Algonquin\, Inuk  and Wampanoag tribe. Paintings\, poetry\, baskets and other works of art will be on display throughout the month. \n  \nA community gathering where you can meet the artists and hear their stories will take place outside on the grounds of the library on Saturday\, June 8th from 11-12:30pm. The art will be on display from June 4 – June 26th. \n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/wearestillhere/ 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/2024/05/Native-American-Reflections-We-Are-Still-Here5.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:20240613T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20231027T214259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231228T195610Z UID:45155-1718276400-1718280000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:History Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual discussion of: My life in France by Julia Child \nCopies of the book will be available at the Bacon Free Library. Call 508-653-6730 to arrange pick up. \nOrder your own copy HERE \nFor details on how to attend this virtual meeting via Zoom\, please contact mking@minlib.net \nThe Zoom link to the discussion will be sent at a later date.  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/history-book-club-june-24/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/life-in.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T190000 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20240523T200659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T201750Z UID:48935-1718301600-1718305200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:The Dogs of Chernobyl: a Story of Hope and Resilience DESCRIPTION:Animal welfare expert Stephen Quandt was part of a group that traveled to Chernobyl\, 35 years after the nuclear accident\, to participate in a spay/neuter and research campaign for the dogs that were descended from the pets left behind after the nuclear plant disaster of 1986.  \nIn this presentation\, Stephen chronicles his experiences in the Exclusion Zone around the Chernobyl nuclear power plant.  Through photos and videos\, Stephen tells his story of meeting the inhabitants of the mostly abandoned town of Chernobyl City (you will meet 2 squatters\, one a hero of the disaster)\, the totally abandoned city of Pripyat\, and the dogs (and some cats!) that his group encountered. He will discuss the presence of radiation in this environment as well as its effects on the dogs’ lives.  You will also meet some inhabitants of the town of Slavutych\, which was built in the year following the accident to house the inhabitants of Pripyat after they were belatedly evacuated. \nThe Dogs of Chernobyl is a story of resilience\, hope\, life\, and even heroism.  Stephen will answer your questions at the end of the presentation.  \n  \nStephen Quandt\, Feline Behaviorist\, FFCP\, most recently with the Animal Care Centers of NYC (nycacc.org) and also of the ASPCA.org\, has worked in animal welfare for more than 20 years.  \n\nThis program will be held over Zoom. Please register below to receive the program link.  \n  \n\n \n \n The Dogs of Chernobyl\, A Story of Hope and Resilience\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  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/dogsofchernobyl-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/2024/03/dogs2.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:20240614T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T113000 DTSTAMP:20260414T205757 CREATED:20240226T171121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T171324Z UID:48131-1718361000-1718364600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Baby Sign Language DESCRIPTION:Sheryl White of Baby Kneads will introduce caregivers and babies to sign language. Learn how sign language can reduce frustration and help give your baby the ability to communicate before being able to speak! Participants will learn and practice several signs during the class. \nGeared toward pre-verbal babies with an adult caregiver. Registration is required. \n\n \n \n Baby Sign\n \n \n Adult's Name*Baby's 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/baby-sign-language/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/baby-kneads.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR