BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Bacon Free Library - ECPv6.17.2//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:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260730 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260909 DTSTAMP:20260723T203032Z CREATED:20260723T203032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T203032Z UID:55364-1785369600-1788911999@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Lynda Goldberg: Monotypes Inspired by Nature DESCRIPTION:Lynda Goldberg’s art exhibit Monotypes Inspired by Nature will be on display from July 30th\, 2026 – September 8th\, 2026 \nLynda Goldberg’s Artist Statement: \n\nMy work is informed by nature.  To capture a moment\, scene or feeling and to express it through my artwork.  \nMy monotypes (one-of-a-kind works on paper) are inspired by nature. I start with an idea or feeling which I express in textures and colors using natural and manmade found objects. I am a tactile person\, always touching things and feeling their texture. Because I am a printmaker I see an item’s potential by how it might appear after color and pressure have been applied. One can also paint directly on the plate using printing inks with brushes\, palette knives\, and other tools/implements. I employ monotype\, collagraph\, chine colle\, stencil\, stamping\, and other techniques to create my work.   \nIn my pieces I use leaves\, grasses\, ferns\, seaweed\, eggshells\, small flat metal objects\, meshes\, string\, and other items. These objects are inked and placed on an inked plexi-glass plate\, then a damp piece of paper is placed on top and it is run through an etching press. \nAfter pulling the original print one can continue to use the ”ghosted” plate as is\, or add/subtract/rearrange items and pull another print\, or one can remove the objects and use that “ghosted” image. Also as the plate is being prepared\, one can use what is on the brayer and roll that on a plate\, or use the reverse side of an object that was already printed. It is the unlimited possibilities and uncertainty of what exactly will appear (in addition to the image being the reverse of what one worked on) that makes the monotype process so exciting. Each print is unique and the result of an adventure. My goal is to transmit my enthusiasm for the printmaking process and its creativeness to others. \n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Goldberg_Lynda_Autumn Day at Crane's BeachGoldberg_Lynda_EnchantmentGoldberg_Lynda_Seed PodsGoldberg_Lynda_Mixed Emotions \n\n \n \n \n \n\n  \nArt has always been an important part of Lynda’s life. It allows her to share her love and wonder of nature and life with others.  \nShe has exhibited in New England in both solo and group shows\, and have received numerous awards.  Her work is in many corporate\, private\, and non-profit collections in the U.S. and abroad.   \nShe is a member of the: Monotype Guild of New England (MGNE);  Nature Printing Society (NPS); New England Experimental Art Group (NEEAG); Newton Art Association (NAA)\, North Shore Art Association (NSAA)\, and Rockport Art Association & Museum (RAA&M). She splits her time between Newton and Rockport\, MA. \nFor more information about her work – please visit her website www.lyndagoldberg.com\, or email her at lynda@lyndagoldberg.com. She also teaches “Monotype Printing With a Press” at the New Art Center in Newtonville\, MA and Eliot School in Jamaica Plain\, MA. \nLynda’s art will be on display in an accessible location at TCAN in November & December. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/lgoldberg/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages 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:20260803 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260804 DTSTAMP:20260727T174415Z CREATED:20260720T210336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T174415Z UID:55345-1785715200-1785801599@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:MLN Library Crawl DESCRIPTION:It’s Library Crawl week in the Minuteman Library Network. Each library offers a unique stamp to collect! \nHow many libraries can you explore? Check out all of the libraries participating in the crawl for a chance to win the grand prize! \nThe BFL’s featured days are Monday\, Aug 3rd & Tuesday\, Aug 4th. \n\n\n \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/mln-library-crawl/2026-08-03/ CATEGORIES:All Ages END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T103000 DTSTAMP:20260803T175229Z CREATED:20260203T192355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T175229Z UID:54971-1785751200-1785753000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:All Together: Preschool Storytime DESCRIPTION:Join us on Mondays and Tuesdays for stories and songs! Outdoors\, weather permitting. Bring along a blanket to get comfy. \nNote: if the weather is wet or below 55 degrees\, we’ll move this storytime indoors. \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/stspring26/2026-08-03/ 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:20260804T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T183000 DTSTAMP:20260727T163718Z CREATED:20260727T163718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T163718Z UID:55382-1785864600-1785868200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Stacey Peasley Concert DESCRIPTION:Join us on the lawn for a summer concert! URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/stacey-peasley-concert/ CATEGORIES:Kids Events,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Bacon-Free-library-presents.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260805 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260806 DTSTAMP:20260805T133912Z CREATED:20260805T133804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T133912Z UID:55464-1785888000-1785974399@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:CLOSED due to sidewalk construction DESCRIPTION: URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/closed-due-to-sidewalk-construction/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/We-will-reopen-tomorrow-e1785937143615.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T103000 DTSTAMP:20260804T204523Z CREATED:20250324T204946Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T204523Z UID:55026-1785924000-1785925800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Lapsit Storytime DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED 8/5/26 due to sidewalk work URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/lapsit625-2026-08-05/ 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:20260806T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T140000 DTSTAMP:20260618T195111Z CREATED:20260618T195111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T195111Z UID:55184-1786021200-1786024800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mystery Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of Thus Was Adonis Murdered by Sarah Caudwell. Copies available at the library\, or borrow through Libby. Please email cstirling@minlib.net to register and receive the Zoom link. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/mystery-thus-was/ CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/thus-was.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T110000 DTSTAMP:20260817T185314Z CREATED:20250730T170432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T185314Z UID:54442-1786098600-1786100400@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. \nThis program will be held outdoors\, so bring a blanket or chairs.  In case of rainy or cold weather (under 45 degrees)\, it will be rescheduled. \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/jammin-fall2025-spring2026/2026-08-07/ 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;VALUE=DATE:20260808 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260809 DTSTAMP:20260630T154632Z CREATED:20260630T154632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T154632Z UID:55274-1786147200-1786233599@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Closed: Summer Hours DESCRIPTION: URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/closed-summer-hours/2026-08-08/ CATEGORIES:Closings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T103000 DTSTAMP:20260806T153239Z CREATED:20260806T153059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T153239Z UID:55474-1786528800-1786530600@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). \n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/lapsit-storytime/2026-08-12/ CATEGORIES:Kids Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Baby-Time-for-website-e1670943351162.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T120000 DTSTAMP:20260629T145235Z CREATED:20260629T145235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T145235Z UID:54782-1786618800-1786622400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:History Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual discussion of The Worst Hard Time: the untold story of those who survived the Great American Dust Bowl by Timothy Egan.  \nCopies of the book will be available at the Bacon Free Library\, or if you’d like to pick up the book at another location\, you may request your own copy. \n  \nFor details on how to attend this virtual meeting via Zoom\, please contact director@natickhistoricalsociety.org \nThe Zoom link to the discussion will be sent at a later date.  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/histbcaug26/ CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T103000 DTSTAMP:20260817T132559Z CREATED:20260203T192355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T132559Z UID:54976-1786960800-1786962600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Postponed: Firehouse Storytime DESCRIPTION:Postponed until Monday\, Aug. 31st due to rain. \nJoin us for a Firehouse Storytime with firedog\, Louie\, and local firefighter\, Chris. We’ll be outside on the lawn! URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/stspring26-2026-08-17/ 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/2026/02/Firehouse-Storytime-e1786369030866.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:20260818T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T170000 DTSTAMP:20260727T173212Z CREATED:20260727T173212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T173212Z UID:55390-1787068800-1787072400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Picnic Picks: A Romance Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion of The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston.  \nIf the weather allows… we’ll meet outside at Shaw Park (across the street from the library).   Otherwise\, c’mon inside for a lively chat! \nCopies will be available to pick up at the library\, or you can borrow through the Libby app. \nEmail bflprogramming@minlib.net to register! URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/ppaug26/ CATEGORIES:Adult Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260824T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260824T103000 DTSTAMP:20260817T173116Z CREATED:20260203T192355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T173116Z UID:54978-1787565600-1787567400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Storytime Dance Party DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special Storytime Dance Party with Broadway Bound Dance Center. \nGeared towards ages 2-5\, but all ages welcome.  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/storytimedanceparty/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Storytime-DANCE-Party-2-e1786987859247.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:20260825T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T193000 DTSTAMP:20260616T174340Z CREATED:20260515T204118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T174340Z UID:54761-1787682600-1787686200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Book Discussion DESCRIPTION:Join us at the library for a discussion of: The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters \nCopies of the book are available at the library. \nOrder your own copy HERE \nIf you are interested in attending\, please contact us at bflprogramming@minlib.net. \nThe historic nature of our building limits accessibility. \nThis program is also offered in an accessible location at the Morse Institute Library. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/book-club-2026-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/2026/05/berry.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:20260826T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T160000 DTSTAMP:20260803T173726Z CREATED:20260727T175100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T173726Z UID:55380-1787756400-1787760000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Flower Arranging with the NCOF DESCRIPTION:Join Madison\, Flower Manager at the Natick Community Organic Farm\, for a flower arranging workshop! As long as the weather is nice\, we will be outside at the Bacon Free Library. \nSpace is limited so please make sure to register below. \n  \nThis program is currently at capacity. Contact the library to join the waitlist: bflprogramming@minlib.net URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/flower-arranging-with-the-ncof/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Flower-Arranging-e1785778564624.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:20260903T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T140000 DTSTAMP:20260709T211118Z CREATED:20260709T211118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T211118Z UID:55323-1788440400-1788444000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mystery Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of Who is Maud Dixon? by Alexandra Andrews. Copies available at the library\, or borrow through Libby. Please email cstirling@minlib.net to register and receive the Zoom link. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/mystery-who-is-maud/ CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/maud.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260907 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260908 DTSTAMP:20260630T154834Z CREATED:20260630T154834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T154834Z UID:55282-1788739200-1788825599@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Closed for Labor Day DESCRIPTION: URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/closed-for-labor-day-3/ CATEGORIES:Closings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T170000 DTSTAMP:20260608T161742Z CREATED:20260608T161742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T161742Z UID:54956-1788949800-1792602000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:David Parish: Thoughtful Animals DESCRIPTION:David Parish’s photography exhibit Thoughtful Animals will be on display in an accessible space at the Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary in Natick from June 29th – Sept 4th.  Then\, his exhibit comes to the BFL from Sept 9th – October 21st.  \n  \nDavid began his travels as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Turkey and\, when possible\, has continued to travel with his wife\, Shirley.  He enjoys observing and photographing animals in their natural settings\, and his wish is that the photos on display will appeal to children\, and perhaps even some adults. \n\n \n \n \n\n \n liongorillalemurchimp \n\n \n \n \n \n  \nDavid Parish is a long-term resident of Natick.  He has been involved with several organizations within the town\, most recently as Chair of the Bacon Free Library’s Board of Trustees.    \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/dparish/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages 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:20260910T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T120000 DTSTAMP:20260728T181141Z CREATED:20260728T181141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T181141Z UID:55408-1789038000-1789041600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:History Book Club DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for a virtual discussion of The Doctor’s Blackwell: How two pioneering sisters brought medicine to women and women to medicine by Janice Nimura.  \nCopies of the book will be available at the Bacon Free Library\, or if you’d like to pick up the book at another location\, you may request your own copy. \n  \nFor details on how to attend this virtual meeting via Zoom\, please contact director@natickhistoricalsociety.org \nThe Zoom link to the discussion will be sent at a later date.  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/histbcsept26/ CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T101500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T120000 DTSTAMP:20260819T163746Z CREATED:20260819T163746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T163746Z UID:55655-1789208100-1789214400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Hunnewell Estate Tour DESCRIPTION:Join us for a tour of the Hunnewell Estates with the Massachusetts Horticultural Society. Space is limited and registration is required. \nAttendees will meet at the Gardens of Elm Bank before being driven to the Hunnewell Estates. The tour of the estates is mainly through grass with slopes and stairs throughout the path\, bathroom access will also be limited to before and after the tour. Tour participants will receive complimentary access to the Gardens of Elm Bank after the tour. \nWhen registering\, please submit one registration per person to ensure that participants are accurately accounted for. If you are no longer able to make the tour\, please contact us at the library as soon as possible so we can open the space for another patron.  \n\n\n \n \n Hunnewell Estate Tour\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n \n Phone(Required)Confirm registration(Required)\n \n By registering for this event you understand that this is a 90 minute walking tour through grass with slopes and stairs\, and that bathroom access will be limited to before and after the tour.\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/hunnewell-estate-tour/ LOCATION:Hunnewell Estate Garden\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Hunnewell_Gardens_on_the_shore_of_Lake_Waban_Wellesley_MA_1909-e1787157402180.jpg GEO:37.09024;-95.712891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T200000 DTSTAMP:20260817T151717Z CREATED:20260817T151627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T151717Z UID:55545-1789412400-1789416000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Virtual - In Conversation with Author Heather B. Moore: "Her America" DESCRIPTION:**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.**   \nFrom award-winning\, starred-review author Heather B. Moore comes a powerful portrait of eight American women whose courage and conviction drove them to smash stereotypes and build a nation –  we’ll be discussing Her America\, released just a few weeks ago.   \nRegister directly on Zoom HERE. \nRECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program.  \nYou can buy signed books by Heather from Aesop’s Fable\, just make a note that you want the books signed when you check out. \n\nAbout the Book\nHer America recognizes eight remarkable women who refused to wait for permission to prove a woman’s worth in society. They fought for American independence\, the abolition of slavery\, women’s suffrage\, and civil rights with their pens and their voices\, empowered by their unwavering convictions and courage\, to challenge the status quo. Through vivid fictional vignettes and meticulously researched nonfiction accounts\, Her America immerses readers in these women’s crucial role in transforming this nation. \nMercy Otis Warren ignited a revolution with her politically impassioned plays and became the first published female historian of America. \nSojourner Truth electrified audiences with her “Ain’t I a Woman?” speech and turned her freedom into a crusade for abolition and equality. \nElizabeth Cady Stanton authored the Declaration of Sentiments\, launching the women’s suffrage movement. \nSusan B. Anthony built an unstoppable campaign for women’s voting rights that reshaped American democracy. \nHarriet Tubman rescued enslaved families through the Underground Railroad and later commanded Union troops to freedom. \nEleanor Roosevelt redefined the role of First Lady and shaped the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. \nJovita Idár founded schools\, organized resistance\, and wielded her pen to defend Mexican American civil rights. \nMarguerite Higgins broke barriers as a Pulitzer Prize-winning frontline war correspondent. \nHer America is an essential addition to any collection on women’s history\, social justice\, and the power of courage in action. It is perfect for classrooms\, book clubs\, and libraries\, as it invites discussion\, inspires leadership\, and connects past to present with clarity and mastery. \nAbout the Author\nHeather B. Moore is a USA Today bestseller and award-winning author of more than 90 publications. Heather writes primarily historical and #herstory fiction about the humanity and heroism of the everyday person. Publishing in a breadth of genres\, Heather dives into the hearts and souls of her characters\, meshing her love of research with her love of storytelling. \nHer historicals and thrillers are written under pen name H.B. Moore. She writes women’s fiction\, romance and inspirational non-fiction under Heather B. Moore\, and . . . speculative fiction under Jane Redd. This can all be confusing\, so her kids just call her Mom. Heather attended Cairo American College in Egypt and the Anglican School of Jerusalem in Israel. Despite failing her high school AP English exam\, Heather persevered and earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Brigham Young University in something other than English. \n\nThis program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library and we’re thrilled to be collaborating with a multitude of MA Libraries to bring this program to our communities. We are happy to be partnering with the Ashland Senior Center for this event. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/hbmoore926/ LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T201500 DTSTAMP:20260817T154417Z CREATED:20260817T154045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T154417Z UID:55550-1790017200-1790021700@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Virtual - Author Heather Wolf Discusses: Fall Bird Migration - Seas\, Skies\, and Land DESCRIPTION:**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.**   \nJoin Heather Wolf author of Find More Birds: 111 Surprising Ways to Spot Birds Wherever You Are and Birding at the Bridge: In Search of Every Bird on the Brooklyn Waterfront\, as she discusses what we can look for with fall migration happening right now! Come with your questions because\, as always\, Heather will share beautiful pictures but we’re also keeping plenty of time for Q&A. We hope you can join us for another great discussion!  \nRegister directly on Zoom HERE. \nNote: This program will be recorded and a link will be sent to all registrants soon after the program. \nYou can purchase signed books by Heather from Aesop’s Fable. Just note in the comments that you would like your book to come with a signed bookplate. \n\nAbout Heather\nHeather Wolf is the author of Find More Birds and Birding at the Bridge. A Brooklyn-based birder\, photographer\, and educator\, she works with the Cornell Lab of Ornithology as a web developer\, teaches birding classes at Brooklyn Botanic Garden\, and gives walks and talks for various organizations in New York City and beyond. \nPlease register for this event and you’ll receive the link in the confirmation and reminder emails – make sure to check your spam folder for them. The email will be coming from Zoom.  \n  \nThis program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library and in partnership with a multitude of MA Libraries.  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/hwolf926/ LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T193000 DTSTAMP:20260728T182335Z CREATED:20260518T190719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T182335Z UID:54828-1790101800-1790105400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Book Discussion DESCRIPTION:Join us at the library for a discussion of: The Lioness of Boston by Emily Franklin. \nCopies of the book are available at the library. \nOrder your own copy HERE \nIf you are interested in attending\, please contact us at bflprogramming@minlib.net \nThe historic nature of our building limits accessibility. \nThis program is also offered in an accessible location at the Morse Institute Library. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/book-club-2026-september/ 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/2026/05/TheLionessofBoston-e1785262927701.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:20260926T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T110000 DTSTAMP:20260627T165103Z CREATED:20260627T164805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260627T165103Z UID:55231-1790416800-1790420400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Nonfiction Book Club DESCRIPTION:  \nThis month\, we will discuss The Day the World Came to Town: 9/11 in Gander\, New Foundland by Jim DeFede.  \nFrom Goodreads.com: \nWhen 38 jetliners bound for the United States were forced to land at Gander International Airport in Canada by the closing of U.S. airspace on September 11\, the population of this small town on Newfoundland Island swelled from 10\,300 to nearly 17\,000. The citizens of Gander met the stranded passengers with an overwhelming display of friendship and goodwill. \nOver the course of four days\, many of the passengers developed friendships with Gander residents that they expect to last a lifetime. This book recounts the inspiring story of the residents of Gander\, Canada\, whose acts of kindness have touched the lives of thousands of people and been an example of humanity and goodwill. \n  \nCopies of this book are available at the library.  \n  \nOur discussion will be on Zoom.  Please register here to receive the meeting details: \n  \n\n \n \n Nonfiction Book Club Registration - September 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/nfsept26/ 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:20260929T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T180000 DTSTAMP:20260817T171603Z CREATED:20260817T164140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T171603Z UID:55566-1790701200-1790704800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Virtual: Understanding AI and Misinformation: A Conversation with Journalist Philip Eil DESCRIPTION: \n\nThe U.S. has long been plagued by misinformation. But with the widespread use of AI\, the problem has been supercharged: Deepfakes. AI-manipulated photos. AI-generated videos. Our info ecosystem is now inundated with inaccurate or misleading AI-generated content — and there’s no end in sight.\nJoin journalist Philip Eil for a session about AI\, the role it plays in creating and spreading misinformation\, and how you can stay vigilant against its ill effects.\n \nAmong the questions we will answer:\n\nWhat is AI?\nWhat is misinformation?\nHow is AI being used to create and spread misinformation?\nHow is this AI misinformation affecting our society?\nAre there laws being passed\, on the local or national level\, regulating AI?\nWhat can people do to spot AI-generated content?\n\nAnd\, more broadly\, how can we successfully navigate a world flooded with AI-generated misinformation?\n \nAbout the presenter\nPhil Eil is a freelance journalist based in his hometown\, Providence\, Rhode Island. His debut book\, Prescription for Pain: How A Once Promising Doctor Became the Pill Mill Killer\, was released in April 2024\, from Steerforth Press. He was the news editor and staff writer at the alt-weekly\, the Providence Phoenix\, until the paper closed in 2014. Since then\, he’s contributed to VICE\, The Atlantic\, Men’s Health\, The Nation\, Boston Magazine\, and Huffington Post\, among other outlets. For many years\, he taught in the Literary Arts + Studies department at the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD). He has also taught courses at UMass-Dartmouth\, Brown University\, and Columbia University’s graduate writing program.\n \n \nThis program will be held over Zoom.  Please sign up to receive the link:\n \n\n \n \n Understanding AI and Misinformation\n \n \n Name*Email*\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/peil926/ LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T140000 DTSTAMP:20260820T044512Z CREATED:20260820T044512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T044512Z UID:55660-1790859600-1790863200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mystery Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of The Golden Gate by Amy Chua. Copies available at the library\, or borrow through Libby. Please email cstirling@minlib.net to register and receive the Zoom link. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/mystery-golden/ CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/golden.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T110000 DTSTAMP:20260817T181910Z CREATED:20260817T181358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T181910Z UID:55614-1790937000-1790938800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Jammin With You @ CSSC DESCRIPTION:Please note that this event will be held at the Common Street Spiritual Center at 13 Common Street in Natick Center. \nBe 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. \n \nFor greater accessibility\, this program will be held at the Common Street Spiritual Center once each month from October 2026 through April 2027. \nCheck our event calendar for date and registration information. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/jammin26cssc/2026-10-02/ LOCATION:common street spiritual center\, 13 Common Street\, Natick\, 01760 CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/JamminWithYou.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T103000 DTSTAMP:20260803T174801Z CREATED:20260803T170532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T174801Z UID:55425-1791194400-1791196200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Firefighter Storytime DESCRIPTION:Join us at BFL for a special Firefighter Storytime with Fire Chief Jason Freschke of the Natick Fire Department! Meet Fire Chief Freschke and learn about fire safety. This family-friendly event helps children become comfortable with firefighters\, gives kids and families the opportunity to learn important fire safety tips\, and strengthens community connections. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/firefighterst1026/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Kids Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/firefighter-storytime-10052026-e1785776818427.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:20261005T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T200000 DTSTAMP:20260817T172910Z CREATED:20260817T172910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T172910Z UID:55577-1791226800-1791230400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Virtual - Cooking Demo with Heidi McIndoo: One-Pot BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese DESCRIPTION:**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.**  \nSomething warm and cozy as we head into Fall – join our favorite chef\, Heidi McIndoo\, as she shows us how to make One pot BBQ chicken mac and cheese – Yum!!  \nRecipes will be sent out prior to the program so you can cook along if you’d like.  \nRegister directly on Zoom HERE. \nRecording Note: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. \n\nHeidi Reichenberger McIndoo\, M.S.\, R.D.\, L.D.N. is a nutrition consultant\, spokesperson\, author and freelance writer with 25 years experience as a registered dietitian. She loves helping people realize that eating nutritiously doesn’t have to mean sacrificing flavor and pleasure. And\, that giving up favorite foods is not a must. \nShe currently works with Hannaford Supermarkets and in corporate wellness. She’s the author of When to Eat What and the co-author of The Complete Idiot’s Guide to 200-300-400 Calories Meals. In addition\, she has written for several magazines including\, All You\, Today’s Diet & Nutrition\, Parents\, Family Circle\, Self\, Prevention\, Fitness\, Shape and Woman’s Day; and newsletters such as Environmental Nutrition and Women’s Nutrition Connection. As a former national media spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association (now the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics) she’s been quoted as an expert in hundreds of magazines articles and television broadcasts. \n She is a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Ms. McIndoo lives in the metro Boston area with her husband\, and their daughter and son.  \n  \nPlease register for this event on Zoom and you’ll receive the link in the confirmation and reminder emails. \nThis program is brought to you in collaboration with a multitude of MA & NH libraries\, and is sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/hmcindoo1026/ LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR