BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Bacon Free Library - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Bacon Free Library REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230201T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230201T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20221130T205658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T211152Z UID:40480-1675247400-1675249200@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 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! \nPlease register below for each child attending: \nThis program is full. If you would like\, you may join the waiting list by filling out this form: \n\n\n \n \n Event Waiting List\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n \n \nSponsored by the Friends of the Bacon Free Library \nWith cold and flu season in full swing\, let’s share songs and not germs. Thank you for helping to keep our community healthy! URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/jamminoct1-2022-10-26-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Events,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/JamminWithYou.png GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T140000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20221222T162153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T162153Z UID:41089-1675342800-1675346400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mystery Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of The Late Show by Michael Connelly. 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-late-show/ CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/late-show.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230204T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230204T111500 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20230109T170850Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T162022Z UID:41216-1675504800-1675509300@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Read to a Dog DESCRIPTION:Build confidence and practice your reading skills by reading out loud to a registered therapy dog! Children ages 5 and up can sign up for a 15 minute reading session with Sophie\, a gentle golden retriever who loves belly rubs\, stories\, and cuddles. \nRegistration is required. Please register below for each child attending: \nThis program is full. If you would like\, you may join the waiting list by filling out this form: \n\n \n \n Event Waiting List\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/read-to-a-dog/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Events,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/IMG_7858-scaled-e1682700542191.jpg GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230207T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230207T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20221121T193909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T160350Z UID:40222-1675764000-1675767600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:ABC Storytime DESCRIPTION:While the bigger kiddos are in 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 V.  \nWith cold and flu season in full swing\, let’s share stories and not germs. Thank you for helping to keep our community healthy! \nImage by Alexandra_Koch from Pixabay \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/abc-storytimev/ 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:20230207T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230207T190000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20221220T185133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T191750Z UID:41061-1675792800-1675796400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Upcycled Magazine Bracelet Workshop DESCRIPTION:Learn how to turn discarded magazine pages into a unique woven bracelet! Open to adults and kids (ages 8 and up). All materials will be provided. Registration is required. \n\n \n \n Upcycled Magazine Bracelet Workshop\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/upcycled-magazine-bracelets/ 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/2022/12/IMG_1431-e1671562687962.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:20230209T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230209T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20221029T154815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T222403Z UID:39819-1675940400-1675944000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:History Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual discussion of: All that she carried : the journey of Ashley’s sack\, a Black family keepsake / Tiya Miles. \nCopies of the book will be available at the Bacon Free Library. Call 508-653-6730 to arrange pick up. \nOrder your own copy HERE \nAvailable on Overdrive HERE \nFor details on how to attend this virtual meeting via Zoom\, please contact mking@minlib.net \nThe Zoom link to the discussion will be sent at a later date.  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/history-book-club-2023-february/ CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/All-That-She-Carried.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T123000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20221024T172852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T163738Z UID:39661-1676113200-1676118600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Seed Swapping at the Bacon DESCRIPTION:Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardens will be at the Bacon for a seed swap on Saturday\, February 11th at 11:00am. Bring your favorite seeds to share. We will be providing some of our own seeds as well. Don’t forget to check out our Seed Library! \nSponsored by The Friends of the Bacon Free Library. \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/seedswapping/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/istockphoto-585608376-612x612-1.jpg GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230213T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230213T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20230123T211727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T211727Z UID:41377-1676300400-1676307600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Drop-in Valentine Making DESCRIPTION:Stop by anytime between 3:00 and 5:00pm to make some Valentine’s Day cards for your friends and family! We’ll provide an assortment of craft materials. All ages are welcome. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/drop-in-valentine-making/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Events,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/valentines-e1706300308797.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:20230214T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230214T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20221121T194038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T160443Z UID:40225-1676368800-1676372400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:ABC Storytime DESCRIPTION:While the bigger kiddos are in 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 W.  \nWith cold and flu season in full swing\, let’s share stories and not germs. Thank you for helping to keep our community healthy! \nImage by Alexandra_Koch from Pixabay \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/abc-storytimew/ 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:20230214T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230214T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20230127T180105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T180105Z UID:41432-1676386800-1676394000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:What's In Your Heart Natick - Public Art Project DESCRIPTION:A new public art project\, dubbed “What’s In Your Heart? NATICK ” has been launched\, with the goal of displaying 2\,023 red wooden hearts featuring words and drawings from anyone inspired. The hearts will cover the MBTA pedestrian bridge fencing in Natick Center come April. \nParticipants will be asked to dig deep and define what or who is most important to them and paint that feeling/idea/person/thing onto a     4” x 4” red wood heart.  All materials will be supplied. No registration required. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/whatsinyour-heart/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Whats-in-your-heart-natick.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:20230214T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230214T183000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20230112T212938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230513T141946Z UID:41289-1676394000-1676399400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Joyful Words with Beads DESCRIPTION:At this workshop you will learn to design and create your own stretch beaded bracelet with a focal bead and letters. Jewelry maker Monica Foley will teach you how to design and measure your bracelets\, as well as how to hide the knot inside the bracelet.  All the materials will be supplied and you will leave the program with two lovely bracelets made by your own hands! This is event is geared towards ages 16 years and up. Please register in advance.\n\n \n \nThis program is full\, if you would like you may join the waiting list by filling out this form: \n\n \n \n Event Waiting List\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/joyfulwords/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Joyful-Words-scaled.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:20230215T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230215T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20221130T205815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T211223Z UID:40482-1676457000-1676458800@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 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! \nPlease register below for each child attending: \nThis program is full. If you would like\, you may join the waiting list by filling out this form: \n\n \n \n Event Waiting List\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n \n \nSponsored by the Friends of the Bacon Free Library \nWith cold and flu season in full swing\, let’s share songs and not germs. Thank you for helping to keep our community healthy! URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/jamminoct1-2022-10-26-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ 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:20230220 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230221 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20221129T194937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T194937Z UID:40414-1676851200-1676937599@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Closed for President's Day DESCRIPTION:The BFL will be closed today in honor of President’s Day. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/pres23/ CATEGORIES:Closings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/presdient.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20221121T194208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T160552Z UID:40229-1676973600-1676977200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:ABC Storytime DESCRIPTION:While the bigger kiddos are in 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 X. (Psst… you can also bring in words that END with the letter X) \nWith cold and flu season in full swing\, let’s share stories and not germs. Thank you for helping to keep our community healthy! \nImage by Alexandra_Koch from Pixabay \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/abc-storytimex/ 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:20230221T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T200000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20221029T160822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T182941Z UID:39831-1677006000-1677009600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Environmental Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Zoom discussion of Life Between the Tides by Adam Nicolson \nCopies of the book will be available at the Bacon Free Library.  \nOrder your own copy HERE \nJoin environmental enthusiast\, Arthur Ensroth\, in discussing current\, historical and future environmental issues through books! We’re finding ways to become more engaged and participatory in the natural world\, educating ourselves on the climate challenges we face and looking at the history and philosophy of how the environment has been viewed through the ages.  \nThe BFL is collaborating with Broadmoor\, Mass Audubon with this book group. We thank them for sharing their mission with us. \nPlease email glesellier@minlib.net for the Zoom meeting details. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/environmental-2023-february/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/life-between.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:20230222T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230222T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20221122T213213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T213213Z UID:40314-1677078000-1677085200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Family Crafternoon: "Not a Box" DESCRIPTION:Calling children of all ages and their grown-ups: bring a cardboard box to the library and transform it into a robot\, a racecar\, or anything else you can imagine\, just like the rabbit in Not a Box by Antoinette Portis. Drop in anytime between 3:00 and 5:00 and please bring your own box! We’ll provide an assortment of craft supplies. \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/family-crafternoon-not-a-box/ 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/2022/11/Family-Crafternoon-for-website-e1669152616880.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:20230222T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230222T200000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20221118T163413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T164526Z UID:40183-1677092400-1677096000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:The Photography of Weegee DESCRIPTION:Art Historian\, Mallory Mortillaro is back with a new program. She’ll take us into the world of the photographer Weegee\, born Arthur Fellig\, who captured some of the grittiest scenes of New York City in the middle of the 20th century.  Much of Weegee’s work comes from his years trailing the city’s emergency service teams and documenting their crime scenes\, fires\, and day to day life.  He had success as a freelance news photographer\, yet was also taken seriously as an artist\, with his work being shown in the most prestigious museums of the time.  This lecture explores the mythology behind the photographer\, how a Ukrainian born man went on to be one of New York City’s most important artists. \nThis program is sponsored by The Friends of the Bacon Free Library. \nThis program will be held over Zoom. Please register to receive the meeting link.  \n\n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/weegee/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Mallory-Mortillaro.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:20230225T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20221129T192627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T192704Z UID:40400-1677319200-1677322800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Nonfiction Book Club DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThis month\, we will discuss I’m possible: a story of survival\, a tuba\, & a small miracle of a big dream by Richard Antoine White.  From the streets of Baltimore to the halls of the New Mexico Philharmonic\, a musician shares his remarkable story in this inspiring memoir of perseverance and possibility. \nCopies of this book are available at the library.  \n  \nOur discussion will be held in a hybrid format.  The host will be in person at the BFL\, while some members will join over zoom.  You are welcome to join either way.  For zoom\, please register here to receive the meeting details: \n\n \n \n Nonfiction Book Club Registration - August 23\, 2025\n \n \n your nameemail*\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/nffeb23/ 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:20230225T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20221121T165057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T191958Z UID:40197-1677322800-1677326400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Hands on Nature: Winter Hibernation DESCRIPTION:How do your favorite animals spend the winter? Come find out\, as we learn about hibernation and the amazing adaptations animals have for surviving through the harshest temperatures in New England. \nBring a small stuffed animal and create a cozy hibernation den to take home! \nThis program is presented by Hands on Nature and is for children of all ages with their grown-ups. Please register below. \nThis program is full. If you would like\, you may join the waiting list by filling out this form: \n\n \n \n Event Waiting List\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/hands-on-nature-winter-hibernation/ 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/2022/11/winter-hibernation-e1669049383781.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:20230227T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230227T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20221129T224438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T140334Z UID:40463-1677513600-1677517200@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 February 27\nwe will be discussing: \nHistorias Mínimas directed by Carlos Sorin\, Argentina 2002\, (US release 2005). \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-february-2/ 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:20230228T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230228T193000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20221029T151940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230126T215021Z UID:39806-1677609000-1677612600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Tuesday Night Book Club DESCRIPTION:This month\, we will read and discuss Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell.   \nWe meet in hybrid format. Join us live at the library or on Zoom for the discussion.  \nHamnet\, takes place… “In 1580’s England\, during the Black Plague where a young Latin tutor falls in love with an extraordinary\, eccentric young woman in this exceptional historical novel” ( The New Yorker )   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 your own copy HERE \nGet the ebook here. \nDownload the audiobook here. \nIf you are interested in attending this Zoom discussion\, please contact Graziella at glesellier@minlib.net URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/book-club-2023-01-2/ 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/2022/06/Hamnet.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:20230301T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230301T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20230208T152537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T173035Z UID:41683-1677672000-1677675600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:National Park Service - Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site Presents "Olmsted's Life & Legacy" DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL: Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site Presents ‘Olmsted’s Life & Legacy’\nWednesday\, March 1\, 12:00—1:00 PM\nOnline in collaboration with the Tewksbury Public Library\n\n**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email.**   \nEnjoy a virtual lunchtime lecture from the Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site in Brookline\, entitled “Olmsted’s Life and Legacy.” While the world knows him today as the foremost American landscape architect\, Frederick Law Olmsted would live a full life well before designing open green spaces. From a childhood in New England\, Olmsted went on to practice farming\, journalism\, administration\, and a number of other professions. Despite trying on many hats\, everything Olmsted did in his life prepared him to become a landscape architect. Examine Olmsted’s life from his early years up until his final days. Led by Community and Youth Engagement Coordinator Isabel Schulman. \nNOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 24 hours of the program. \n\nThis program will be held over Zoom. Please register here to receive the Zoom link. \n  \n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/nationalparks/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/frederick-law-olmsted_1837_md.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:20230301T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230301T200000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20221026T175702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T181222Z UID:39706-1677697200-1677700800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Hydroponics: An Overview DESCRIPTION:Join us on Zoom March 1st at 7:00pm for an overview on hydroponics. Have you ever been curious about this form of gardening? Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardens will be talking about the benefits of hydroponics and answering any questions you might have about this soil-less form of gardening. \n  \nThis program will be held over Zoom. Please register to receive the meeting link.  \n\n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/hydroponics/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/lettuce-hydroponics.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:20230302T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T140000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20221222T163713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T163819Z UID:41098-1677762000-1677765600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mystery Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of The Bangalore Detectives Club by Harini Nagendra. Copies available at the library\, or borrow as an ebook or digital audiobook through Hoopla\, or ebook or digital audiobook through Libby. Please email cstirling@minlib.net to register and receive the Zoom link. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/mystery-bangalore-detectives/ CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/bangalore-detectives.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230306T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230306T103000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20221122T164318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230201T162507Z UID:40273-1678096800-1678098600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Monday Morning Stories and Songs DESCRIPTION:Join us for a high-energy storytime! We’ll mix things up with a combination of stories for listening and songs for dancing. \nIf it is 55 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 55 degrees\, the storytime will be moved indoors. \nWith cold and flu season in full swing\, let’s share stories and not germs. Thank you for helping to keep our community healthy! \n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/monst-2022-11-14-2022-12-19-3/2023-03-06/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/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:20230307T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230307T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20221121T194417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T192358Z UID:40234-1678183200-1678186800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:ABC Storytime DESCRIPTION:While the bigger kiddos are in 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.  \n  \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 Y.  \nWith cold and flu season in full swing\, let’s share stories and not germs. Thank you for helping to keep our community healthy! \nImage by Alexandra_Koch from Pixabay \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/abc-storytimey/ 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:20230307T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230307T183000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20230215T162404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T144547Z UID:41775-1678208400-1678213800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Art Opening Reception: Lisa Hayden DESCRIPTION:Lisa Hayden\, a contemporary artist from Northboro\, will be exhibiting a collection of paintings from March 3rd to May 2nd at the BFL.  With an abstract take on the natural world and a deep love of the ocean\, Lisa brings the outdoors inside. \nJoin us for an opening reception\, free & open to the public\, to celebrate Lisa’s beautiful work. \nLisa is a Massachusetts native who studied painting at the University of Miami where the vibrant world of South Florida has combined with a life in New England to form a lasting influence on her art for 30 years. She exhibits her work at art fairs and gallery shows throughout New England and is active with ArtsWorcester. \n\nLisa paints in acrylic using a palette of greens and blues\, with works ranging from fully abstract to abstracted landscapes and seascapes. A creative force in her work is a love of the ocean and nature; paintings often explore the intersection of human feelings and the natural world. An expression of both abstract concepts and landscapes through color\, texture and motion is behind each piece of art. \n\nVisit her website www.MeltedTheory.com for more information. \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/haydenartopening/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/lisahaydenacrylicpainting2-scaled.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:20230308T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230308T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20230123T164745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T164959Z UID:41349-1678271400-1678273200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Jammin With You DESCRIPTION:Be prepared to laugh\, dance\, sing\, and jam your way through 30 minutes of non-stop family fun! This performance is geared toward kids ages 1 – 7\, but fun for the whole family. With modern takes on children’s classics and classic original tunes\, you’ll be humming and bopping all the way home. \nIf the weather is 55 degrees or warmer\, the program will be held outdoors behind the library\, so bring a blanket or towel for sitting on the grass. If it’s rainy\, snowy\, or under 55 degrees\, we’ll meet indoors. \n*Registration is required* \nPlease register below for each child attending: \n\n \n \n Jammin With You 3/6/26 @ BFL\n \n \n Child's Name*Email*\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n\n \nSponsored by the Friends of the Bacon Free Library \nWith cold and flu season in full swing\, let’s share songs and not germs. Thank you for helping to keep our community healthy! URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/jammin-2023-3-8/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Events,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/JamminWithYou.png GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230308T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230308T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20230208T152537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T203007Z UID:41686-1678276800-1678280400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:National Park Service - Longfellow House - Washington's HQ National Historic Site Presents "Past & Present Here Unite" DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL: Longfellow House-Washington’s HQ National Historic Site Present ‘Past & Present Here Unite’\nWednesday\, March 812:00—1:00 PM in collaboration with the Tewksbury Public Library\n\n**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email.**   \nEnjoy a virtual lunchtime lecture from the Longfellow House-Washington’s Headquarters National Historic Site in Cambridge\, entitled “Past and Present Here Unite: An Introduction to Longfellow House-Washington’s Headquarters NHS.” What does a home reveal about its occupants\, and about our shared history? The Vassall-Craigie-Longfellow House bears witness to the history of slavery in New England and the early free Black community of Cambridge\, and George Washington’s development as a leader. In the 19th century\, it became the home of famed poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow\, and a hub of literary and artistic life. More recently\, the house reveals a rich history of the historic preservation movement. Learn more about this unique public resource\, reopening for the season in May 2023. Led by Longfellow House Public Programs Manager Emily Levine. \n\nNOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 24 hours of the program. \n\nThis program will be held over Zoom. Please register HERE to receive the Zoom link. \n  \n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/nationalparks-2023-03-08/ 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/2023/02/longfellow-house_1838_md.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:20230309T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T104400 CREATED:20221029T154902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T222452Z UID:39821-1678359600-1678363200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:History Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual discussion of: Kon-Tiki: across the Pacific by raft / Heyerdahl\, Thor. \nCopies of the book will be available at the Bacon Free Library. Call 508-653-6730 to arrange pick up. \nOrder your own copy HERE  \nFor details on how to attend this virtual meeting via Zoom\, please contact mking@minlib.net \nThe Zoom link to the discussion will be sent at a later date.  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/history-book-club-2023-march/ CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Kon-Tiki.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR