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:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220920T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220920T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20220804T183654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T185133Z UID:38818-1663700400-1663704000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Environmental Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Zoom discussion of Silent Earth : averting the insect apocalypse / Dave Goulson. \nCopies of the book will be available at the Bacon Free Library.  \nOr request 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-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/2022/08/silent.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:20220924T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20220111T174808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220919T185731Z UID:36510-1664013600-1664017200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Nonfiction Book Club DESCRIPTION:This month\, we will discuss The Boy who Harnessed the Wind: Creating Currents of Electricity and Hope by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer. \nAs a young boy in Malawai\, William Kamkwamba read about windmills and dreamed of building one that would bring electricity and water to his village. Despite famine and poverty\, William persevered to do just that.  In The Boy who Harnessed the Wind\, Kamkwamba and Mealer tell this remarkable story about human inventiveness and its power to overcome crippling adversity. \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 \n Nonfiction Book Club Registration - September 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/nfsep2022/ 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/2022/01/harnesswind.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:20220926T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220926T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20211028T194347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T222137Z UID:35344-1664208000-1664211600@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 September 26\nwe will be discussing: \nM  directed by Fritz Lang\, Germany 1931  \nAvailable on KANOPY \n\n\n\nIf you are interested in attending this Zoom discussion\, please contact Graziella at glesellier@minlib.net URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/cinephile-monday-september-4/ 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:20220927T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20220823T143241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T132948Z UID:39013-1664272800-1664276400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:ABC Storytime DESCRIPTION:As the bigger kiddos head off to school\, here’s a chance for the little ones to learn their A-B-C’s.  \nWe’ll start outside with stories and songs that feature our letter of the week.  Then we’ll head inside for some simple crafts with the special letter – tracing\, stamping\, cutting\, gluing\, and coloring.  \nFeel free to join for part or all of the story time.  Be sure to bring a blanket or chair for outside.  \nAlso\, each child can bring something with them that starts with the letter of the week – we’ll do a mini show & tell along with stories.  This week’s letter is D.  \nImage by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/abc-storytimed/ 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/2019/08/alphabet-storytime-e1565031096925.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:20220927T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20211228T225514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211228T225947Z UID:35981-1664305200-1664308800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Book Club DESCRIPTION:This month\, we will read and discuss The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zavin.   \nWe meet in hybrid format.  Come to the library with your mask or join over Zoom.  Fill out the form below to receive the link. \nThe Storied Life of A.J. Fikry   “When his most prized possession\, a rare collection of Poe poems\, is stolen\, bookstore owner A. J. Fikry begins isolating himself from his friends\, family and associates before receiving a mysterious package that compels him to remake his life. “.   Read more about this book here.  \nCopies of the book are available at the library. The library is open for browsing.  Or call the library to arrange curbside pickup. 508-653-6730.   \nGet the ebook here.  \nDownload the audiobook here.\nSee the October book here. \nJoin us live or on Zoom for the discussion.  \nRegister here and get the Zoom link in a return email. \n\n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/book-club-2022-09/ 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/2021/01/StoriedFikry.Zevin_.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:20220928T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220928T103000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20220914T144845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T144845Z UID:39281-1664359200-1664361000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Jammin With You DESCRIPTION:Jammin With You is thrilled to come to the Bacon Free Library! \nBe prepared to laugh\, dance\, sing\, and jam your way through 30 minutes of non-stop family fun! This performance is geared for 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 your way all the way home. See you soon! \nThis program will be held on the lawn; bring along a blanket or chair. \n \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/jammin-with-yousept2/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES: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:20220929 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220930 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20220912T181437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220912T182539Z UID:39240-1664409600-1664495999@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Art Exhibit: Samantha Eio DESCRIPTION:Starting today\, visit the Bacon to view the beautiful nature-inspired paintings of local artist and BFL patron Samantha Eio.  Samantha’s landscape series\, In Nature\, will be displayed until January 4th. An opening reception will be held on Saturday\, October 1st from 12:20-1:30 pm. It’s free and open to the public. \nSamantha Eio is a self-taught landscape artist who works in acrylic and watercolor paint. She enjoys the challenge of capturing the space or feeling of a place through drawing and painting. She is inspired by the natural world — forests\, trails\, the sky\, the ocean\, sunlight\, and shadows. Samantha is also moved by the dichotomy of the fast-paced world we live in and the struggle to find peace and stillness within. She works to portray this in creating a sense of movement with her brushstrokes and lines\, along with a sense of calm through her choice of subject\, paint colors\, and tones. Her paintings feature meaningful locations from throughout New England\, many from right here in Natick. She hopes artwork makes you\, the viewer or collector\, want to get outdoors and to explore. \nSamantha is originally from Northern New Jersey. She holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Syracuse University\, and draws on her architectural background often for her artwork. She is a member of the Natick Art Association\, the Dedham Art Association\, and the Wellesley Society of Artists. Her work has been exhibited locally\, and her painting “To Venture On” will soon be part of the permanent collection at PNC Bank at Dedham Legacy Place. Samantha resides in Natick with her family. She also enjoys trail running\, playing the piano\, and listening to way too many audiobooks. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/seio/ 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/2022/09/SEio-Still.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:20221001T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T133000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20220912T182453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220912T182453Z UID:39244-1664627400-1664631000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Art Opening Reception: Samantha Eio DESCRIPTION:Join us for an art opening reception in honor of local landscape artist Samantha Eio\, whose painting series\, In Nature\, will be featured at the BFL from September 28th – January 4th. \nSamantha Eio is a self-taught landscape artist who works in acrylic and watercolor paint. She enjoys the challenge of capturing the space or feeling of a place through drawing and painting. She is inspired by the natural world — forests\, trails\, the sky\, the ocean\, sunlight\, and shadows. Samantha is also moved by the dichotomy of the fast-paced world we live in and the struggle to find peace and stillness within. She works to portray this in creating a sense of movement with her brushstrokes and lines\, along with a sense of calm through her choice of subject\, paint colors\, and tones. Her paintings feature meaningful locations from throughout New England\, many from right here in Natick. She hopes artwork makes you\, the viewer or collector\, want to get outdoors and to explore. \nSamantha is originally from Northern New Jersey. She holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Syracuse University\, and draws on her architectural background often for her artwork. She is a member of the Natick Art Association\, the Dedham Art Association\, and the Wellesley Society of Artists. Her work has been exhibited locally\, and her painting “To Venture On” will soon be part of the permanent collection at PNC Bank at Dedham Legacy Place. Samantha resides in Natick with her family. She also enjoys trail running\, playing the piano\, and listening to way too many audiobooks. \nThis reception is free and open to the public. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/receptionseio/ 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/2022/09/SEio-South-Street.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:20221003T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221003T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20220912T165250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221107T163301Z UID:39201-1664791200-1664794800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Dog Tales Story Time DESCRIPTION:Lorcan and his human Cheryl are back for a fun and furry story time!  Join us for some dog-approved stories and a chance to pet this calm\, sweet\, and soft therapy dog. \nIf it is 50 degrees or warmer\, this program will be held outside on the library lawn\, so bring a blanket or chair.  Look for us around back! \nIf it is rainy or less than 50 degrees\, the story time will be moved indoors. \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/dogst1022/2022-10-03/ 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/2022/08/Lorcan_2215.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:20221004T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20220914T131657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221004T130340Z UID:39255-1664877600-1664881200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:ABC Storytime DESCRIPTION:**We’ll be inside for story time today\, as its a little chilly with a chance of rain. \nAs the bigger kiddos head off to school\, here’s a chance for the little ones to learn their A-B-C’s.  \nWe’ll start outside with stories and songs that feature our letter of the week.  Then we’ll head inside for some simple crafts with the special letter – tracing\, stamping\, cutting\, gluing\, and coloring.  \nFeel free to join for part or all of the story time.  Be sure to bring a blanket or chair for outside.  \nAlso\, each child can bring something with them that starts with the letter of the week – we’ll do a mini show & tell along with stories.  This week’s letter is E.  \nImage by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/abc-storytimee/ 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/2019/08/alphabet-storytime-e1565031096925.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:20221004T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20220923T144917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T173658Z UID:39377-1664899200-1664906400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Calling all Crafters DESCRIPTION:Helpers needed for the Bacon Free Library entry to the Festival of Trees at Mass Horticultural Society. This year’s theme is Caps for Sale by Esphyr Slobodkina. The idea is to make cap-like ornaments that will hang on the tree with monkeys from the Barrel of Monkeys game. A copy of the book will be one of the prizes underneath. We are also looking for donations of the game Barrel of Monkeys. If you have one that you do not use we’d be glad to have it. Thank you! \nWe need people who can trace\, cut\, assemble\, fold\, iron\, glue or use a needle. We’ll make an assembly line and hang out around the big table and chat while we work. Fran and the Friends of the Bacon Free Library thank you. Sorry\, this event is for adults only. No registration required. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/callingallcrafters/ 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:20221006T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221006T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20220811T192419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221003T012715Z UID:38878-1665061200-1665064800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mystery Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of The Violin Conspiracy by Brendan Slocumb. Copies available at the library\, or borrow as an ebook or digital audiobook through Libby. Please email cstirling@minlib.net to register and receive the Zoom link. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/mystery-violin/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/violin-conspiracy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221010 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221011 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20220920T165226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T165226Z UID:39362-1665360000-1665446399@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Closed for Indigenous Peoples Day DESCRIPTION:The BFL will be closed today in honor of Indigenous Peoples Day.  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/ipday/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Closings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/corn.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:20221011T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20220914T131901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221004T152924Z UID:39259-1665482400-1665486000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:ABC Storytime DESCRIPTION:As the bigger kiddos head off to school\, here’s a chance for the little ones to learn their A-B-C’s.  \n \nWe’ll start with stories and songs that feature our letter of the week.  Then we’ll do some simple crafts with the special letter – tracing\, stamping\, cutting\, gluing\, and coloring. \nAlso\, each child can bring something with them that starts with the letter of the week – we’ll do a mini show & tell along with stories. This week’s letter is F.  \n  \nImage by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/abc-storytimef/ 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/2019/08/alphabet-storytime-e1565031096925.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:20221012T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T103000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20220914T204857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221013T155654Z UID:39286-1665568800-1665570600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Jammin With You - POSTPONED DESCRIPTION:This event has been postponed to Wednesday\, October 19. \nJammin With You is thrilled to come to the Bacon Free Library! \nBe prepared to laugh\, dance\, sing\, and jam your way through 30 minutes of non-stop family fun! This performance is geared for 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 your way all the way home. See you soon! \nIf it is 60 degrees or warmer\, this program will be held outside on the library lawn so bring a blanket or chair.  Look for us around back! \nIf  it is rainy or less than 60 degrees\, the story time will be moved indoors. \n \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/jamminoct1/2022-10-12/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES: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:20221013T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20220806T171714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220806T171714Z UID:38850-1665658800-1665662400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:History Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual discussion of: On her own ground : the life and times of Madam C.J. Walker / A’Lelia Bundles. \nCopies of the book will be available at the Bacon Free Library. Call 508-653-6730 to arrange pick up. \nOr request 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-september-2/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/on-her-own.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20220930T173442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221001T154053Z UID:39445-1665831600-1665837000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Ask a Muslim Anything DESCRIPTION:Join us for coffee and one-on-one conversation with Robert Azzi. He has been traveling throughout the Northeast and beyond at the invitation of local communities to speak about his life and what it’s like to be Muslim in America\, how he came to convert to Islam and about the religion of Islam and it’s history – especially in America – and about the Middle East\, terrorism and associated political and social issues. Nothing is off the table except rudeness and disrespect.  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/askamuslimanything/ 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/2022/09/Robert-Azzi.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:20221018T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20220914T132037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221004T153025Z UID:39262-1666087200-1666090800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:ABC Storytime DESCRIPTION:As the bigger kiddos head off to school\, here’s a chance for the little ones to learn their A-B-C’s.  \n \nWe’ll start with stories and songs that feature our letter of the week.  Then we’ll do some simple crafts with the special letter – tracing\, stamping\, cutting\, gluing\, and coloring. \nAlso\, each child can bring something with them that starts with the letter of the week – we’ll do a mini show & tell along with stories. This week’s letter is G.  \n  \nImage by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/abc-storytimeg/ 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/2019/08/alphabet-storytime-e1565031096925.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:20221018T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20220804T184100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T184649Z UID:38822-1666119600-1666123200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Environmental Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Zoom discussion of The brilliant abyss : exploring the majestic hidden life of the deep ocean and the looming threat that imperils it / Helen Scales.  \nCopies of the book will be available at the Bacon Free Library.  \nOr request your own copy HERE \nAlso available on Overdrive \nInstantly available on Hoopla \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-october-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/2022/08/abyss.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:20221019T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T103000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20221013T155613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221013T155613Z UID:39534-1666173600-1666175400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Jammin With You DESCRIPTION:Jammin With You is thrilled to come to the Bacon Free Library! \nBe prepared to laugh\, dance\, sing\, and jam your way through 30 minutes of non-stop family fun! This performance is geared for 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 your way all the way home. See you soon! \nIf it is 60 degrees or warmer\, this program will be held outside on the library lawn so bring a blanket or chair.  Look for us around back! \nIf  it is rainy or less than 60 degrees\, the story time will be moved indoors. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/jammin-with-you-2/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/JamminWithYou.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20220111T180255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220919T185802Z UID:36514-1666432800-1666436400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Nonfiction Book Club DESCRIPTION:This month\, we will discuss Home Made: a story of grief\, groceries\, showing up – and what we make when we make dinner by Liz Hauck. \nAccording to Goodreads.com\, here’s what Home Made is about: \n Liz Hauck and her dad had a plan to start a weekly cooking program in a residential home for teenage boys in state care\, which was run by the human services agency he co-directed. When her father died unexpectedly\, Liz decided to attempt the cooking project without him. This is the story of what happened around the table\, and how one dinner became one hundred dinners.  Home Made is a powerful memoir about the small acts of showing up that transform our lives and how making food can make community.  \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 - October 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/nfoct2022/ 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/2022/01/homemade.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:20221024T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221024T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20221003T174742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221003T174742Z UID:39474-1666605600-1666609200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Puppet Story Time DESCRIPTION:Through Me To You Puppetry invites you to join Newton and the gang for some story time fun! Newton and his puppet friends take turns reading stories and singing songs with the kids.  At the end of the show\, the kids are invited to say hi to Newton & even play with some of his puppets! \nThrough Me To You Puppetry’s mission is to support anyone and everyone who believes in themselves and follows their dreams — and does not let doubt or fear stop them. We are committed to exploring themes of love\, courage\, and compassion through the wonderful and wonder-filled world of puppets. \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/puppet-story-time-2/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Puppetry_Newton.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:20221024T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221024T133000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20220616T152224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220616T152224Z UID:38385-1666614600-1666618200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Using E-Resources From the Library DESCRIPTION:Learn about all the e-resources offered to any library card holder including ebooks for your tablet\, kindle or phone\, magazines\, movies and more! Join librarians from the Bacon Free Library for a Zoom presentation on how to access library e-resources including Libby\, Hoopla\, and Kanopy\, and how to sign up for a Boston Public Library ecard.  \nThis free program is presented with the Natick Community Senior Center. To register and receive the Zoom link\, please email skirby@natickma.org at the Council on Aging. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/using-e-resources-2/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/laptop.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20220914T132158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221024T184430Z UID:39265-1666692000-1666695600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:ABC Storytime DESCRIPTION:As the bigger kiddos head off to school\, here’s a chance for the little ones to learn their A-B-C’s.  \n \nWe’ll start with stories and songs that feature our letter of the week.  Then we’ll do some simple crafts with the special letter – tracing\, stamping\, cutting\, gluing\, and coloring. \nAlso\, each child can bring something with them that starts with the letter of the week – we’ll do a mini show & tell along with stories. \nThis week’s letter is H.  \nIf it is 50 degrees or warmer\, we’ll do the stories & songs outside on the library lawn\, so bring a blanket or chair.  Look for us around back! \nIf it is rainy or less than 50 degrees\, the story time will be moved indoors. \n  \nImage by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/abc-storytimeh/ 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/2019/08/alphabet-storytime-e1565031096925.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:20221025T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20211228T232311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211228T232311Z UID:35988-1666724400-1666728000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Book Club DESCRIPTION:This month\, we will read and discuss The Paris Architect by Charles Belfoure. \nWe meet in hybrid format.  Come to the library with your mask or join over Zoom.  Fill out the form below to receive the link. \nThe Paris Architect: “A beautiful and elegant account of an ordinary man’s unexpected and reluctant descent into heroism during the second world war.”  Read more about this book here.  \nCopies of the book are available at the library. The library is open for browsing.  Or call the library to arrange curbside pickup. 508-653-6730.   \nGet the ebook here.  \nDownload the audiobook here.\nSee the November book here. \nJoin us live or on Zoom for the discussion.  \nRegister here and get the Zoom link in a return email. \n\n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/book-club-2022-10/ 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/2021/12/ParisArchitect.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:20221026T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221026T103000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20220914T204857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T190641Z UID:39288-1666778400-1666780200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Jammin With You DESCRIPTION:Jammin With You is thrilled to come to the Bacon Free Library! \nBe prepared to laugh\, dance\, sing\, and jam your way through 30 minutes of non-stop family fun! This performance is geared for 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 your way all the way home. See you soon! \n  \nIf it is 50 degrees or warmer\, this program will be held outside on the library lawn\, so bring a blanket or chair.  Look for us around back! \nIf  it is rainy or less than 50 degrees\, the program will be moved indoors. \n \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/jamminoct1-2022-10-26/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES: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:20221031T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221031T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20211028T194430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220926T220043Z UID:35346-1667232000-1667235600@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 October 31\nwe will be discussing: \nLe Mépris by Jean-Luc Godard\, France 1963 \nDVD available on the Minuteman Network HERE \n\n\n\nIf you are interested in attending this Zoom discussion\, please contact Graziella at glesellier@minlib.net URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/cinephile-monday-october/ 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:20221101T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221101T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20220914T134342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221024T185023Z UID:39278-1667296800-1667300400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:ABC Storytime DESCRIPTION:As the bigger kiddos head off to school\, here’s a chance for the little ones to learn their A-B-C’s.  \nWe’ll start with stories and songs that feature our letter of the week.  Then we’ll do some simple crafts with the special letter – tracing\, stamping\, cutting\, gluing\, and coloring.  \nAlso\, each child can bring something with them that starts with the letter of the week – we’ll do a mini show & tell along with stories.  This week’s letter is I.  \nIf it is 50 degrees or warmer\, we’ll do the stories & songs outside on the library lawn\, so bring a blanket or chair.  Look for us around back! \nIf it is rainy or less than 50 degrees\, the story time will be moved indoors. \nImage by Schmidsi from Pixabay URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/abc-storytimei/ 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/2019/08/alphabet-storytime-e1565031096925.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:20221103T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221103T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20220915T205812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T160604Z UID:39321-1667480400-1667484000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mystery Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead by Olga Tokarczuk. Copies available at the library\, or borrow as an ebook or digital audiobook through Libby. Please email cstirling@minlib.net to register and receive the Zoom link. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/mystery-drive-your-plow-2/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/plow-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221108T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221108T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T062405 CREATED:20221004T172724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221024T185734Z UID:39507-1667901600-1667905200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:ABC Storytime DESCRIPTION:As the bigger kiddos head off to school\, here’s a chance for the little ones to learn their A-B-C’s.  \nWe’ll start with stories and songs that feature our letter of the week.  Then we’ll do some simple crafts with the special letter – tracing\, stamping\, cutting\, gluing\, and coloring.  \nAlso\, each child can bring something with them that starts with the letter of the week – we’ll do a mini show & tell along with stories.  This week’s letter is J.  \nIf it is 50 degrees or warmer\, we’ll do the stories & songs outside on the library lawn\, so bring a blanket or chair.  Look for us around back! \nIf it is rainy or less than 50 degrees\, the story time will be moved indoors. \nImage by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/abc-storytimej/ 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/2019/08/alphabet-storytime-e1565031096925.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