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:20230626T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230626T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20221129T224721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230529T220233Z UID:40471-1687795200-1687798800@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 June 26 \nWe will be discussing: Citizen Kane by Orson Welles\, USA 1941 \nAvailable on DVD in the Minuteman Network HERE \nIf you are interested in attending this Zoom discussion\, please contact Graziella at glesellier@minlib.net URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/cinephile-monday-june-4/ 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:20230627T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230627T180000 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20230505T192147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T192657Z UID:42893-1687885200-1687888800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Family Trivia - Share your Patriotism! DESCRIPTION:In anticipation of July 4th\, join us for a star-spangled trivia event on the BFL lawn!  \nFrom patriotic songs to famous Americans this trivia game has something for people of all ages\, so gather your family and friends and join in the fun.  Bring a blanket and some snacks and get comfy on the lawn.  (If the weather is rainy\, we will move this program inside.) \nThe top two teams will receive prizes! \nPlease register (walk-ins are okay\, too): \n\nflag image by Chrystal Elizabeth from Pixabay \ngnome image by Mahamadou Oumarou from Pixabay URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/july4trivia/ 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/2023/05/american-flag.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:20230627T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230627T193000 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20221029T153240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T193229Z UID:39815-1687890600-1687894200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Book Club DESCRIPTION:This month\, we will read and discuss The Woman in the Library by Sulari Gentill.   \nWe meet in hybrid format. Join us live at the library or on Zoom for the discussion.  \nCopies of the book are available at the library.  \nOrder your own copy HERE. \nAvailable in Large Print and Spoken CD \nEBOOK Available on OVERDRIVE  \nDigital audiobook  instantly available on HOOPLA \nIf you are interested in attending this Zoom discussion\, please contact Graziella at glesellier@minlib.net URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/book-club-2023-june/ 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/woman-lib.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:20230628T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T200000 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20230508T202835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T151340Z UID:43011-1687978800-1687982400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Nancy Horan in Conversation with Therese Fowler (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:Nancy Horan\, author of the million-copy New York Times bestseller Loving Frank\, returns with her new book The House of Lincoln\, a sweeping historical novel\, which tells the story of Abraham Lincoln’s ascendance from rumpled lawyer to U.S. president to the Great Emancipator through the eyes of a young asylum-seeker who arrives in Lincoln’s home of Springfield from Madeira\, Portugal.  \nJoin Nancy Horan and Therese Fowler as they discuss The House of Lincoln\, which will be published June 6. \n \nNancy Horan’s previous books include Loving Frank (2007)\, which chronicles a little-known chapter in the life of legendary American architect Frank Lloyd Wright\, and his client\, Mamah Cheney; and Under the Wide and Starry Sky (2014)\, which explores the unlikely relationship of Robert Louis Stevenson and his spirited American wife\, Fanny Van de Grift Stevenson.  A native Midwesterner\, Nancy Horan was a Chicago journalist before turning to fiction writing. She now lives with her husband on an island in Puget Sound.                                            \nPhoto of Nancy Horan; Credit to Kevin Horan \nTherese Anne Fowler is the New York Times bestselling author of It All Comes Down To This (2022)\, A Good Neighborhood (2020)\, A Well-Behaved Woman (2018)\, and Z: A Novel of Zelda Fitzgerald (2013). Raised in the Midwest\, she migrated to North Carolina in 1995. She holds a B.A. in sociology/cultural anthropology and an MFA in creative writing from North Carolina State University.          \nThis program will be held over Zoom. Please register here to receive the meeting link.  \n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/nancyhoran/ 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/2023/05/unnamed-e1683644624169.jpg GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230704 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230705 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20221213T154905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T154923Z UID:40858-1688428800-1688515199@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Closed for Independence Day DESCRIPTION:The library will be closed today\, Tuesday\, July 4th\, in honor of independence day. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/july423/ CATEGORIES:Closings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/july-4-sparklers.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230706T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230706T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20230626T192821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T192821Z UID:43545-1688644800-1688648400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Chickens in the Garden with Gretel Anspach (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:Chickens are a wonderful addition to any garden because they provide eggs\, wonderful fertilizer\, and lots of company! Learn the ins and outs of housing\, feeding\, and tending chickens\, and meet a couple of the ladies (hens). Led by Gretel Anspach\, a Trustee of the Massachusetts Horticultural Society and a Lifetime Master Gardener with the Massachusetts Master Gardener Association. \nIn collaboration with the Tewksbury Public Library. \nThis program will be held over Zoom. Please register here to receive the meeting link.  \n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/chickensinthegarden/ 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/2023/06/chicken_2091_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:20230706T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230706T140000 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20230511T160737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T160737Z UID:43030-1688648400-1688652000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mystery Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of The Midcoast by Adam White. Copies available at the library\, or borrow as an ebook or digital audiobook on Libby. Please email cstirling@minlib.net to register and receive the Zoom link. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/mystery-midcoast/ CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Midcoast.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20230421T170949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T152632Z UID:42607-1689091200-1689094800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mindfulness for Kids DESCRIPTION:Families will create mindful moments together in this outdoor workshop with Traci McCubbin from The Mindful Squirrel. Traci shares\, “At The Mindful Squirrel we believe that mindfulness is for everyone at all times of day and in all environments. We support all ages in developing a mindful practice that evokes a sense of gratitude\, acceptance\, joy\, play\, and peace.” \nThis program is geared toward children ages 4-10 with a parent/caregiver. We will meet outside on the library lawn\, or inside if it rains. Registration is required. Please register for each child attending. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/mindfulness-for-kids/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Events,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/rsw_400h_533cg_true-e1682096972973.webp 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:20230712T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T200000 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20230607T210234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T172643Z UID:43411-1689188400-1689192000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:An Evening with Bestselling Author Lisa See (virtual) DESCRIPTION:Join New York Times bestselling author Lisa See as she talks about her new book Lady Tan’s Circle of Women\, a captivating story of women helping other women. See’s latest historical novel was inspired by the true story of a woman physician from 15th-century China and is a triumphant reimagining of the life of a woman who was remarkable in the Ming dynasty and would be considered remarkable today. \nThis program is hosted by the Burlington Public Library and 49 other area libraries – thanks for joining us! \nThis program will be held over Zoom. Please register here to receive the meeting link.  \n  \nIf you wish to purchase a book with a book plate signed by Lisa See\, or for more information\, please visit the Concord Bookshop website. \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/lisasee/ 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/2023/06/lady-tans-circle-of-friends_435_md1.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:20230714T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230714T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20230321T224730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T165829Z UID:42165-1689350400-1689354000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Trevor the Games Man! DESCRIPTION:Join Trevor the Games Man for an uproarious\, participatory show featuring stilt-walking and cooperative games! All ages welcome. \nThis program will take place outdoors\, weather permitting\, so bring a blanket or chair for sitting on the grass. If it rains\, the program will move indoors and space will be available on a first come\, first served basis until we reach our building capacity. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/trevor-the-games-man/ 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/2023/03/trevor-the-games-man-e1679438364913.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:20230718T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T171500 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20230217T211935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230715T143312Z UID:41821-1689697800-1689700500@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Learn Ukulele (for Kids) DESCRIPTION:Want to try an instrument that is fun and easy to play? Join Julie Stepanek as she shows the fundamentals of ukulele playing. No experience necessary. Ukuleles provided for use during the program! \nThis session is recommended for children ages 6 and up (click here if you’re looking for the adult ukulele class instead). Outdoors\, weather permitting. Registration is required. \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 URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/learn-ukulele-kids/ 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/2023/02/juliestepanek-scaled-e1676668736696.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:20230718T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T181500 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20230217T212308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T153208Z UID:41826-1689701400-1689704100@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Learn Ukulele (for Adults) DESCRIPTION:Want to try an instrument that is fun and easy to play? Join Julie Stepanek as she shows the fundamentals of ukulele playing. No experience necessary. Ukuleles provided for use during the program! \nThis session is geared toward adults (click here if you’re looking for the children’s ukulele class instead). Outdoors\, weather permitting. Registration is required. \n\n \n \n Learn Ukulele (Adults)\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/learn-ukulele-adults/ 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/juliestepanek-scaled-e1676668736696.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:20230720T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20221129T215239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T164516Z UID:40428-1689850800-1689854400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:History Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual discussion of: How the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across  America/ Clint Smith \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-july/ CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/How-the-Word.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230721T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230721T153000 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20230627T174235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T174457Z UID:43563-1689948000-1689953400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:(Virtual) A Look at the Life and Works of Agatha Christie DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL: Great Writers – A Look at the Life and Works of Agatha Christie\nFriday\, July 21st 2:00—3:30 PM Online 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.**   \nAgatha Christie is the most famous mystery writer in the world. In fact\, the Guinness Book of World Records goes further and lists Christie as the best-selling novelist of all time. Her novels have sold roughly 2 billion copies\, and her estate claims that her works come third in the rankings of the world’s most-widely published books\, behind only Shakespeare’s works and the Bible. Who was this remarkable woman? How did she come to write her indelible works? Why is she still such a popular literary figure? These and other questions will be explored along with a real life mystery about Christie’s dramatic disappearance in 1926 that remains substantially unsolved to this day. Led by Dr. Bill Thierfelder\, a retired college professor who taught a variety of Arts and Humanities courses for 32 years at several New York universities and colleges\, including St. John’s University and Dowling College. He holds a Ph.D. in English\, with minors in theater\, art history and music history. \nRegister directly on Zoom HERE. \n  \n\n  \n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/agathachristie/ 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/2023/06/agatha-christie.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:20230722T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230722T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20230404T172145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T172145Z UID:42458-1690020000-1690023600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Nonfiction Book Club DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThis month\, we will discuss Chasing the Thrill: Obsession\, Death\, and Glory in American’s Most Extraordinary Treasure Hunt by Daniel Barbarisi.   \nWhen Forrest Fenn was given a fatal cancer diagnosis\, he came up with a bold plan: He would hide a chest full of jewels and gold in the wilderness\, and publish a poem that would serve as a map leading to the treasure’s secret location. But he didn’t die\, and after hiding the treasure in 2010\, Fenn instead presided over a decade-long gold rush that saw many thousands of treasure hunters scrambling across the Rocky Mountains in pursuit of his fortune. \n \nIn 2017\, reporter Daniel Barbarisi began to document this hunt. Over the course of four chaotic years\, several searchers would die\, endless controversies would erupt\, and one hunter would ultimately find the chest.  But the mystery didn’t end there. \nCopies of this book are available at the library.  \nThe BFL is not open on summer Saturdays\, therefore our  discussion will be held on Zoom.  Please register here to receive the meeting details: \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/nfjuly23/ 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:20230725T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T180000 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20220523T154223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T192122Z UID:38195-1690304400-1690308000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:CANCELED Into the Woods DESCRIPTION:This program has been canceled due to rain. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/intothewoods/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Into-the-Woods.webp 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:20230725T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T193000 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20230601T175850Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230601T181333Z UID:43284-1690309800-1690313400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Book Club DESCRIPTION:This month\, we will read and discuss Afterlife by Julia Alvarez \nWe meet in hybrid format. Join us at the library or on Zoom for the discussion.  \nCopies of the book are available at the library.  \nOrder your own copy HERE. \nLarge Print Available in Large Print and Spoken CD \nEBOOK Available on OVERDRIVE  \nDigital audiobook  instantly available on HOOPLA \nIf you are interested in attending\, please contact Graziella at glesellier@minlib.net URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/book-club-2023-july/ 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/2023/06/Afterlife.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:20230726T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230726T111500 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20230127T205348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230322T135834Z UID:41438-1690367400-1690370100@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Rockabye Beats DESCRIPTION:Join us outdoors on the library lawn for some musical fun with Rockabye Beats! We’ll sing\, dance\, play instruments\, and learn a little Spanish. Geared toward ages 0-5. \nIf it rains\, the program will move indoors and space will be available on a first come\, first served basis until we reach our building capacity. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/rockabye-beats/ 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/rockabyebrainbowlogo.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:20230728T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230728T161500 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20230421T155527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T133750Z UID:42603-1690556400-1690560900@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 for each child attending. \n\n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/read-to-a-dog-july28/ 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:20230731T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230731T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20230629T205128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T192747Z UID:43583-1690819200-1690822800@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 31 \nWe will be discussing: Vagabond (Sans toit ni loi) by Agnès Varda\, France 1985 \nAvailable on DVD in the Minuteman Network HERE \nIf you are interested in attending this Zoom discussion\, please contact Graziella at glesellier@minlib.net URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/cinephile-monday-july-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:20230801T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230801T180000 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20230322T135642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230322T151116Z UID:42168-1690909200-1690912800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Science Heroes: Saving Earth Together! DESCRIPTION:Science and stories collide in this interactive STEM program presented by Talewise! Two unlikely heroes must learn to work together to stop a super-polluting mastermind. Throughout the story\, you’ll help the performer conduct amazing science experiments all about air pressure\, the laws of motion\, chemical reactions\, and much more! \nRecommended for ages 3-11. Weather permitting\, this program will take place outdoors on the library lawn\, so bring a blanket or chair (and a picnic if you’d like!). \nIf it rains\, the program will move indoors and space will be available on a first come\, first served basis until we reach our building capacity. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/science-heroes-saving-earth-together/ 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/2023/03/1009163394MA_SR_science2ds-e1679493350113.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:20230802T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T113000 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20230322T184949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230322T184949Z UID:42233-1690972200-1690975800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Messy Play Time DESCRIPTION:Join us outdoors for some messy\, creative fun! Explore simple\, open-ended projects like making oobleck\, experimenting with baking soda and vinegar\, or fingerpainting with shaving cream. \nGeared toward ages 1-6 with adult supervision. Remember to wear clothes and shoes that can get messy! \nIf it rains\, we’ll offer a less-messy craft indoors and save the messy projects for another day. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/messy-play-time/2023-08-02/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/messy-e1679510137923.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:20230803T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230803T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20230717T203502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T203502Z UID:43790-1691064000-1691067600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:(Virtual) Seed Saving with Mass. Master Gardener\, Gretel Anspach DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL: Seed Saving with the Mass. Master Gardener Association\nThursday\, August 3\, 12:00—1:00 PM\nOnline in collaboration with the Tewksbury Public Library\n\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.**   \nDuring this presentation we will talk about the reasons for saving your own seeds and learn some of the basic techniques for ensuring genetic purity. We will include discussions about the home garden plants from which seeds can be easily saved and stored for future use. Led by Gretel Anspach\, a Trustee of the Massachusetts Horticultural Society\, a Lifetime Master Gardener with the Massachusetts Master Gardener Association. She won the MMGA Lifetime Achievement Award in 2016. Gretel established and maintains a 20\,000 square foot food production garden that has provided fresh produce to the Marlboro and Maynard Food Pantries for the last ten years. Her primary interest and focus is always in the science behind horticulture. \nRegister directly on Zoom HERE. \nNOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 24 hours of the program. \n\n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/seedsaving/ 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:20230803T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230803T140000 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20230511T161142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T161142Z UID:43033-1691067600-1691071200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mystery Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of The Perfect Couple by Elin Hilderbrand. Copies available at the library\, or borrow as an ebook or digital audiobook on Libby. Please email cstirling@minlib.net to register and receive the Zoom link. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/mystery-perfect-couple/ CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/perfect-couple.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20230421T171701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T152705Z UID:42611-1691510400-1691514000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mindfulness for Kids DESCRIPTION:Families will create mindful moments together in this outdoor workshop with Traci McCubbin from The Mindful Squirrel. Traci shares\, “At The Mindful Squirrel we believe that mindfulness is for everyone at all times of day and in all environments. We support all ages in developing a mindful practice that evokes a sense of gratitude\, acceptance\, joy\, play\, and peace.” \nThis program is geared toward children ages 4-10 with a parent/caregiver. We will meet outside on the library lawn\, or inside if it rains. Registration is required. Please register for each child attending. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/mindfulness-for-kids-2/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Events,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/rsw_400h_533cg_true-e1682096972973.webp 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:20230809T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230809T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20230308T201343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T141607Z UID:42097-1691577000-1691578800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:CANCELED Jammin With You DESCRIPTION:We’re sad to say that this program has been canceled for 8/9 due to unforeseen circumstances. Sorry for the inconvenience! Jammin With You will be back on 8/23 for some musical fun. \n \nSponsored by Middlesex Savings Bank URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/jammin-2023-4-5-2-2023-08-09/ 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:20230810T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230810T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20221129T215557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T223237Z UID:40431-1691665200-1691668800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:History Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual discussion of: Beautiful country : a memoir / by Qian Julie Wang. \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-august/ CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Beautiful-Country.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T183000 DTSTAMP:20260414T221000 CREATED:20230428T200231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230815T212208Z UID:42698-1692120600-1692124200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Award-Winning Music - Our Band DESCRIPTION:Join us indoors at the BFL for Our Band which will win your heart. Sasha Papernik and Justin Poindexter bring their award-winning songwriting and bold interpretations to a rich Americana soundscape. With their airtight harmonies\, irreverent humor\, and astounding instrumental virtuosity\, the pair’s restless creativity knows no bounds – both in concert and in their unique music videos. Together\, they have performed for audiences in some of the world’s greatest venues\, from Carnegie Hall to Lincoln Center to the Smithsonian Museum of American Art. In 2018-19 they toured Poland\, Germany and Estonia as ambassadors of American music for U.S. State Department. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/ourband/ 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/2023/04/NGalicheva-71121.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:20230822T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T183000 DTSTAMP:20260414T221001 CREATED:20230322T174902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230322T181110Z UID:42219-1692725400-1692729000@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 outdoors on the BFL lawn\, so bring a blanket or chairs to get comfy.  Feel free to bring a picnic dinner as well! \nIf it rains\, the show will be indoors at the Morse Institute Library. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/stacey-peasley-concert-2022-2/ 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:20230822T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T193000 DTSTAMP:20260414T221001 CREATED:20230601T180046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230601T183616Z UID:43289-1692729000-1692732600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Book Club DESCRIPTION:This month\, we will read and discuss Violeta by Isabel Allende \nWe meet in hybrid format. Join us live at the library or on Zoom for the discussion.  \nCopies of the book are available at the library.  \nOrder your own copy HERE. \nAvailable in Large Print and Spoken CD \nDigital audiobook Available on OVERDRIVE  \nEBOOK available on OVERDRIVE \nIf you are interested in attending\, please contact Graziella at glesellier@minlib.net URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/book-club-2023-august/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Violeta.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