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: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:20220711T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220711T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20220405T185130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220405T185425Z UID:37365-1657566000-1657569600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Fragrance in the Garden DESCRIPTION:Perhaps you have smelled the lovely fragrance of a peony and were immediately transported back to a time long ago in your grandmother’s garden. Have you ever wondered why that is? Joanne Pearson is back to enlighten us about the power of aroma and its importance in the garden. \nIn this program\, we’ll look at the amazing things that scent does for a plant (botanically\, that is\, the scent is not there for our pleasure!). We will discuss specific plants\, shrubs\, and trees with fragrant flowers and foliage that can be grown in New England and where to place them in the landscape to maximize our enjoyment of their fragrance throughout the garden. \nJoanne Pearson has been a professional photographer for over 25 years. Prior to her career as a photographer\, she was a registered landscape architect in the state of  Massachusetts where she practiced for 12 years.  Her photographs of gardens\, landscapes\, and people have been featured in numerous magazines\, books\, and calendars including Yankee magazine\, Farm and Ranch Living\, and BrownTrout Publishers\, Inc. She is also the solo photographer for Mahoney Publishing’s Flowers and Gardens of New England. \nThis program will be held over Zoom. Please register to receive the meeting link.  \n\n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/fragrance/ 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/2022/04/peony.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:20220713T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220713T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20220209T203007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220602T191541Z UID:36817-1657735200-1657738800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Elijah T. Grasshopper & Friends DESCRIPTION:Join us on the lawn of the library for a musical show!  \nElijah T. Grasshopper & Friends are a children’s music group featuring Emma “Go-Go Green” Bean and their puppet pals\, Willa the Worm and Weatherbee Frog.   \nThis program is best suited for children ages 2 through 8\, but can be enjoyed by all ages.  Elijah T. Grasshopper and Friends have received multiple grants through the Mass Cultural Council in the past few years and are excited to bring their music to local communities. Join Elijah & Friends for some super-duper interactive kids’ music and a hopping good time! \n \nYou can learn more about us at www.ElijahTGrasshopper.com  \nThis show is sponsored in part by a grant from the Natick Cultural Council and by the Friends of the Bacon Free Library. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/elijah-t-grasshopper-2022/ 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/2021/08/ElijahGrass_fall.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:20220715T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220715T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20220405T180822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220405T180822Z UID:37358-1657879200-1657882800@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. \nThis program will be held on the library lawn\, please bring a blanket or chair.  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/puppet-story-time/ 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:20220720T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220720T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20220214T180144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220607T184421Z UID:36875-1658311200-1658314800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Container Gardens DESCRIPTION:Attention kids in grades 1-5: would you like to start your own portable garden?   Join us on the grounds of the Bacon Free Library for this interactive program.  You’ll learn what plants need to survive\, decorate a terracotta pot\, plant a container garden crop\, and start a growing journal.  All materials are provided. \nThis program is presented by Tower Hill Botanic Gardens and sponsored by the Friends of the Bacon Free Library. \nSpace is limited and registration is required (registration will open 2 weeks before the program). \n\n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/towerhill220720/ CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/seedlingpots.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220721T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220721T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20220602T193809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220628T120933Z UID:38296-1658401200-1658404800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:History Book Club DESCRIPTION:Please note: this month the History Book Club will meet on Thursday\, July 21.  \nJoin us for a virtual discussion of: \nNarrative of the life of Frederick Douglass\, an American slave\, written by himself . \nNarrative of the life of Frederick Douglass : an American slave / written by himself. \nCopies of the book will be available at the Bacon Free Library. Call 508-653-6730 to arrange pick up. \nSeveral editions are available: 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-july/ CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Narrative.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220723T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220723T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20220111T160934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T160934Z UID:36502-1658570400-1658574000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Nonfiction Book Club DESCRIPTION:This month\, we will discuss The Year of Living Danishly: My Twelve Months Unearthing the Secrets of the World’s Happiest Country by Helen Russell. \nWhen journalist Helen Russell and her husband move to Denmark so her husband can work for Lego\, Russell begins a quest to determine why Denmark is often considered the happiest place on earth.  The result is this memoir: \nFrom childcare\, education\, food and interior design to SAD\, taxes\, sexism and an unfortunate predilection for burning witches\, The Year of Living Danishly is a funny\, poignant record of a journey that shows us where the Danes get it right\, where they get it wrong\, and how we might just benefit from living a little more Danishly ourselves. (www.helenrussell.co.uk) \nCopies of this book are available at the library.  \nOur discussion will be held over zoom. Please register to receive the meeting details. \n\n\n \n \n Nonfiction Book Club Registration - July 2025\n \n \n your nameemail*\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/nfjuly2022/ 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/Danish2.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:20220725T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220725T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20211028T194232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220629T164929Z UID:35340-1658764800-1658768400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Cinéphile Mondays DESCRIPTION:Cinephilia is an academic word literally meaning “love of cinema\,” but it also contains hints of nostalgia and passion for a film art that was undoubtedly the defining media experience of the twentieth century. \nAs such\, cinema has a variegated and fascinating history which extends well beyond the Hollywood we are all familiar with.  Meant as a tribute to the film art around the world\, from the days of silent cinema to the new waves and beyond\, our cinephile Mondays is a slow and tasteful appreciation of the First Century of Cinema.  The films will be selected on the basis of their relevance for the development of the film art.  On the last Monday of the month\, cinephiles of the world unite!  \nWatch a movie at home and then join Film history & Media studies Professor MV for a virtual discussion. \nFor Monday July 25\nWe will be discussing: \nLa Double Vie de Véronique by Krzysztof Kieślowski\, France 1991 \nDVD Available in 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-july/ 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:20220726T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220726T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20220411T190017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T184908Z UID:37628-1658829600-1658833200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Special Outdoor Story Time - Illustrator Visit DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for a special owl story time with local artist and children’s book illustrator Rob Dunlavey!  Rob will read his book\, Owl Sees Owl\, and Miss Fran will read a few more.  There will also be a craft for the kiddos to enjoy.  \nWe’ll be in our usual shady spot on the lawn behind the library.  Be sure to bring a blanket or chairs to get comfy. \nIf there is rainy weather\, the story time will be moved indoors. \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/outdoorstowl/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Events 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:20220726T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220726T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20220524T203805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220524T204204Z UID:38209-1658862000-1658865600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Book Club DESCRIPTION:This month\, we will read and discuss On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous  by Ocean Vuong. \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. \nVoung’s debut novel is a sweeping and shattering portrait of a family\, and a testament to the redemptive power of storytelling. — Provided by publisher.   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 August 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-2022-07/ 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/OnEarthWe.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:20220727T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220727T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20220214T170355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220602T191915Z UID:36856-1658944800-1658948400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Henry Lappen: Juggler DESCRIPTION:Henry the Juggler (alias Henry Lappen) is considered armed (and legged) and dangerous. \n \nHe is known to cause spontaneous outbursts of laughter. \nHe speaks little\, but says a great deal through his expression and body language (and road signs!). \nHe has in his possession BALLS\, CLUBS\, RINGS\, TORCHES and other apparatus of his trade. \n  \nHe is capable of walking on a thin wire high above the ground. He is known to change his height through the use of stilts. \n  \nWARNING:\nHenry involves innocent bystanders in his act. \nHenry the Juggler is a professional. He has been seen by tens of thousands up and down the East coast\, appearing at theaters\, schools\, libraries\, festivals\, scout troops\, and business districts. Henry has been performing and teaching juggling for over 30 years.  \n \nThis program is supported in part by a grant from the Natick Cultural Council\, a local agency that is supported by the Mass Cultural council\, a state agency and by the Friends of the Bacon Free Library. \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/henry-lappen/ 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/2022/02/HenryLappen4-e1644860584921.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:20220801T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220801T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20220208T223840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220602T192041Z UID:36815-1659376800-1659382200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Music for the Whole Family: Two of a Kind DESCRIPTION:Bring along a blanket\, some chairs\, and maybe a picnic dinner\, too\, and join us on the lawn for some fun family tunes! \nTwo of a Kind is a musical duo specializing in high-energy\, interactive performances for children and families. David and Jenny get audiences of all ages involved in the show through singing\, movement\, sign language\, lyrics-on-the-spot\, puppets\, and more.   \nTwo of a Kind has released 10 CDs and 1 DVD\, garnering over 20 national awards. David & Jenny have written an environmental musical for kids\, entitled “The World is Not Your Garbage Can”. \nVisit their website here.  \nThis program is sponsored by the Friends of the Bacon Free Library. \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/2ofakind2022/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured,Kids Events,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/twoKindJump-e1610554094645.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:20220803T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220803T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20180622T151759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220627T180138Z UID:18832-1659520800-1659524400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:ImagArena DESCRIPTION:ImagArena is a building workshop designed to awaken the imagination of every child! This hands-on program combines the spirit of an art program\, the materials of a building workshop\, and the framework of a video game to provide an experience that all will enjoy.  \nThis program will be held outside\, weather permitting\, so bring a blanket.  This program is best for children ages 6 and up. \nSee the ImagArena website here. \nWe are grateful to the Charles River School for sponsoring this program. \nThis program has a limit of 20 players.  Please register using the form below. \n\n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/imagarena/ CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/imagination-e1529680045121.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220803T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220803T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20220707T145440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220802T141437Z UID:38524-1659520800-1659546000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Minuteman Library Crawl DESCRIPTION:A “crawl” or tour\, is a fun way to visit multiple libraries in your area. Travel from library to library; meet the friendly staff\, and learn more about what the libraries around have to offer. \nThere are many libraries on the crawl. The challenge is to visit as many as you can and take a picture of yourself with a designated item in each library – it’s a 21st century scavenger hunt. Post your pics and tag the libraries #mlncrawl2022. Each library will have handouts and giveaways – show your pictures to a librarian and receive a prize. See how many you can collect. Start where you want and end where you want. It’s a self-guided crawl. \nParticipating libraries: \nArlington: Robbins Library\, 700 Massachusetts Ave.\, Arlington \nArlington: Fox Branch\, 175 Massachusetts Ave.\, Arlington \nAshland: 66 Front St.\, Ashland \nConcord: 151 Main St.\, Concord \nConcord: Fowler Branch\, 1322 Main Street\, Concord \nDedham: Main Library\, 43 Church St.\, Dedham \nDedham: Endicott Branch\, 257 Mt. Vernon St.\, Dedham \nFramingham: Main Library\, 49 Lexington St.\, Framingham \nFramingham: McAuliffe Branch\, 746 Water Street\, Framingham \nLexington: Cary Memorial Library\, 1874 Massachusetts Ave.\, Lexington \nLincoln: 3 Bedford Rd.\, Lincoln \nMaynard: 77 Nason St.\, Maynard \nNatick: Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot St.\, Natick \nNatick: Morse Institute Library\, 14 East Central Street\, Natick \nNeedham: 1139 Highland Ave.\, Needham \nNewton: 330 Homer St.\, Newton \nNorwood: Morrill Memorial\, 33 Walpole St.\, Norwood \nSudbury: Goodnow Library\, 21 Concord Rd.\, Sudbury \nWayland: 5 Concord Rd.\, Wayland \nWellesley: Main Library\, 530 Washington St.\, Wellesley \nWellesley: Wellesley Hills Branch\, 210 Washington St.\, Wellesley Hills \nWellesley: Wellesley Fells Branch\, 308 Weston Rd.\, Wellesley Hills \nWestwood: Main Library\, 660 High St.\, Westwood \nWestwood: Islington Branch\, 273 Washington St.\, Westwood \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/crawl22/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot St\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/library-love-e1529338608483.png GEO:42.2722016;-71.3161492 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot St Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot St:geo:-71.3161492,42.2722016 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220804T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220804T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20220609T173728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220623T154135Z UID:38358-1659618000-1659621600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mystery Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of The Maid by Nita Prose. 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-the-maid/ CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/the-maid.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20220214T154037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220718T183615Z UID:36842-1660068000-1660068000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Circus in a Suitcase DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fabulous performance by the One-Man Circus in-a-Suitcase. It’s everything you’d expect to see at the circus\, all out of one suitcase! \nKevin O’Keefe\, the One-Man Circus in-a-Suitcase gives everyone an opportunity to participate in an enthralling\, whimsical celebration of the imagination. \nFrom Kevin O’Keefe’s suitcase an entire circus emerges: tent\, band\, lights\, the boisterous ringmaster Steve Fitzpatrick\, the officious Mervin Merkle\, the incredible Bumbilini Family\, the Magician-to-the-Stars Clyde Zerbini\, and Keefer–an innocent trying to runaway and join the circus. \nHowever\, the most important performers emerge from the audience. Each performance becomes a dialogue between the characters and the audience–a light-hearted collaboration. \nThis show has been performed over 500 times around the globe\, for family theater audiences and school assemblies alike.  \nThis program is sponsored by the Friends of the Bacon Free Library. \nLearn more about Circus Minimus here. \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/circus-minumus-2022/ CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/CircusSuitcase-e1524239725205.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220811T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220811T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20220602T202314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T215301Z UID:38299-1660215600-1660219200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:History Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual discussion of: Dutch girl : Audrey Hepburn and World War II / Robert Matzen. \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 \nAlso available on Overdrive HERE \nInstantly available on Hoopla 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-august/ CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Dutch-Girl.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220815T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220815T103000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20210817T183013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T153530Z UID:37592-1660557600-1660559400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Story Time with Fire Chief Jason Ferschke DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special story time with Natick’s new fire chief Jason Ferschke.   \nThis program will be held outside on the library lawn\, so bring a blanket or chair.  Look for us around back! \nIf there is rainy weather\, the story time will be moved indoors. \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/monst-2022-08-15/ 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/2021/08/firemanhat.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:20220819T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220819T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20200108T185610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220718T184543Z UID:27320-1660903200-1660906800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Drumming with Cornell Coley DESCRIPTION:The Bacon Free Library welcomes musical artist Cornell Coley to perform his lively\, interactive show entitled Fascinating Rhythms. Mr. Coley combines drums\, dance\, instruments\, and story telling to engage his listeners in a thrilling cultural journey.  Check his website for more info. \nAudience members are encouraged to participate in a way that is comfortable for them. \nThis program will be held on the library lawn\, so please bring chairs or blankets.  \nThis program is sponsored by the Friends of the Bacon Free Library. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/drumming2020-08-19/ 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/2020/01/CornellColey.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:20220823T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220823T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20220524T205907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220524T210134Z UID:38215-1661281200-1661284800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Book Club DESCRIPTION:This month\, we will read and discuss Orphan Train  by Christina Baker Kline. \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. \n Orphan Train is a powerful novel of upheaval and resilience\, of second chances\, and unexpected friendship. Between 1854 and 1929\, so-called orphan trains ran regularly from the cities of the East Coast to the farmlands of the Midwest\, carrying thousands of abandoned children whose fates would be determined by pure luck. — Provided by publisher.   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. \nSee the September 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-2022-08/ 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/2016/03/orphantrain.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:20220824T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220824T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20220208T223218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220602T192514Z UID:36813-1661364000-1661367600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Stacey Peasley Concert DESCRIPTION:Let’s celebrate summer reading with BFL favorite\, Stacey Peasley!  With her creative lyrics\, fun rhythms\, and contagious energy\, Stacey will infuse pure joy into your evening.  \nThis concert will be on the BFL lawn so bring a blanket or chairs to get comfy.  Feel free to bring food and drinks as well. Treat yourselves to dinner and music alfresco! \nThis program is sponsored by the Friends of the Bacon Free Library. \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/stacey-peasley-concert-2022/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/SPband-e1754060040158.jpg GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220829T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220829T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20211028T194311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220729T154607Z UID:35342-1661788800-1661792400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Cinéphile Mondays DESCRIPTION:Cinephilia is an academic word literally meaning “love of cinema\,” but it also contains hints of nostalgia and passion for a film art that was undoubtedly the defining media experience of the twentieth century. \nAs such\, cinema has a variegated and fascinating history which extends well beyond the Hollywood we are all familiar with.  Meant as a tribute to the film art around the world\, from the days of silent cinema to the new waves and beyond\, our cinephile Mondays is a slow and tasteful appreciation of the First Century of Cinema.  The films will be selected on the basis of their relevance for the development of the film art.  On the last Monday of the month\, cinephiles of the world unite!  \nWatch a movie at home and then join Film history & Media studies Professor MV for a virtual discussion. \nFor Monday August 29\n \nThe Cabinet of Dr. Caligari by Robert Wiene\, Germany 1920 \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-august/ 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:20220901T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220901T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20220609T172824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220721T211959Z UID:38355-1662037200-1662040800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mystery Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of The Guest List by Lucy Foley. Copies available at the library\, or borrow as an ebook through Hoopla or Libby\, or digital audiobook through Hoopla or Libby. Please email cstirling@minlib.net to register and receive the Zoom link. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/mystery-guest-list/ CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/guest.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220905 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220906 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20220823T140355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T140440Z UID:38995-1662336000-1662422399@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Closed for Labor Day DESCRIPTION:The BFL will be closed today in observance of Labor Day.   URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/closed-for-labor-day-2/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Closings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/LaborDay.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:20220906T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220906T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20220823T141822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T132723Z UID:39002-1662458400-1662462000@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 A.  \nImage by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/abc-storytime/ 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:20220906T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220906T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20220826T152211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T184021Z UID:39148-1662480000-1662487200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Celebration for Fran DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate Fran for all of her wonderful years of service!  After 14 years at the Bacon Free Library\, our beloved children’s librarian is retiring.  The Friends of the BFL are hosting this reception to honor Fran and wish her well on her next brilliant adventure.  Cake and refreshments will be served. \nIf you can’t attend today\, please stop by another time before Fran’s last day\, which is Friday\, September 9th. \nWe have a memory book for Fran.  Please write a note or share a memory in this book for Fran to keep.  Kiddos are encouraged to draw a picture.  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/fran/ 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/2022/08/FranWindowAug22.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:20220908T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220908T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20220602T203633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220602T204246Z UID:38302-1662634800-1662638400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:History Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual discussion of: Hamnet : a novel of the plague / Maggie O’Farrell. \nCopies of the book will be available at the Bacon Free Library. Call 508-653-6730 to arrange pick up. \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/ CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Hamnet.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220909T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220909T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20220823T163725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T165249Z UID:39100-1662717600-1662721200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Dog Tales Story Time DESCRIPTION:Lorcan and his human Cheryl are back for a fun and furry story time!  Join us out on the lawn for some dog-approved stories and a chance to pet this calm\, sweet\, and soft therapy dog. \n \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/dogst9922/ 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:20220912T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220912T103000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20210817T183013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T191356Z UID:34655-1662976800-1662978600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Monday Morning Stories and Songs DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for a high-energy story time!  We’ll mix things up with a combination of stories for listening and songs for dancing.   \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/monst/2022-09-12/ 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/2022/09/KidDance22.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:20220913T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220913T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20220823T142957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T132747Z UID:39005-1663063200-1663066800@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 B.  \nImage by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/abc-storytimeb/ 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:20220914T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220914T103000 DTSTAMP:20260404T063912 CREATED:20220712T204808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T170028Z UID:38596-1663149600-1663151400@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-you/ 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 END:VCALENDAR