BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Bacon Free Library - ECPv6.15.20//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:20230321T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230321T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20221029T161001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T183331Z UID:39833-1679425200-1679428800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Environmental Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Zoom discussion of Diary of a Young Naturalist by Dara McAnulty \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-march/ 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/diary-of.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:20230322T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230322T110000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20230123T165126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T165126Z UID:41351-1679481000-1679482800@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 \n Jammin With You 2/6/26 @ 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\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-2023-3-22/ 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:20230322T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230322T130000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20230208T152537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T202402Z UID:41688-1679486400-1679490000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:National Park Service - New Bedford Whaling National Historic Park Presents "Stories From the Whaling Port" DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL: New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Presents ‘Stories From The Whaling Port’\nWednesday\, March 2212:00—1:00 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.**   \nEnjoy a virtual lunchtime lecture from the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park\, entitled “Stories from the Whaling Port.” Discover the origins and historical significance of New Bedford’s whaling port. When Quaker merchants moved their whaling businesses from Nantucket to New Bedford\, they started a 100-year industry that forever shaped New Bedford’s maritime culture. Learn about a daring artic rescue in 1897\, when ice closed in around 275 whalemen and left them stranded with limited supplies. An earlier version of the U.S. Coast Guard traveled 1\,500 miles overland to bring the men food. Time permitting\, hear stories about New Bedford’s roles in the Civil War (54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry) and the Underground Railroad. Led by National Park Guide Rufai Shardow. \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/nationalparks-2023-03-22/ 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/new-bedford-whaling_1840_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:20230325T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T123000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20230131T191421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T154250Z UID:41510-1679743800-1679747400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:St. Patrick's Day Trivia Challenge DESCRIPTION:(Image by Plume Ploume from Pixabay) \nJoin us for a trivia challenge that covers all things Irish — authors\, musicians\, culture\, and more!  You can play on your own or with a team. Each person/team will record their own answers\, so no need to race to buzz in before others.  At the end of each round\, we’ll review the answers and track scores.    \nPrizes will be awarded to the first and second place teams.  May the luck of the Irish be with you! \nPlease register in advance — and be sure to come with a team name.  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/stpats323/ 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/2023/01/Irishimage.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:20230327T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230327T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20221129T224523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230227T223149Z UID:40465-1679932800-1679936400@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 March 27\nBamako directed by Abderrahmane Sissako\, Mali 2006\nAvailable on Kanopy 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-march-3/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/CAMS2-small-e1590854043239.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230328T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230328T193000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20221029T152024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230126T180257Z UID:39809-1680028200-1680031800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Tuesday Night Book Club DESCRIPTION:This month\, we will read and discuss: The librarian spy : a novel of World War II / Madeline Martin. \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. The library is open for browsing.  Or call the library to arrange curbside pickup. 508-653-6730.   \nOrder your own copy HERE. \nAvailable in Large Print and Spoken CD \nAvailable on OVERDRIVE & 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-march/ 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/lib-spy.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:20230329T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230329T130000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20230208T152537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T202752Z UID:41689-1680091200-1680094800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:National Park Service - John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site Presents "From Beals St. to the White House" DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL: John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site Presents ‘From Beals St. To The White House’\nWednesday\, March 29 12:00—1:00 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.**   \nEnjoy a virtual lunchtime lecture from the John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site\, entitled “From Beals Street to the White House.” Receive a virtual tour of John F. Kennedy’s birthplace home on 83 Beals Street\, as well as an exploration of his boyhood neighborhood\, including the second home in which the Kennedys lived\, their family church\, and the school where a young John F. Kennedy received some of his earliest education. Learn how his mother — Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy — managed a large family\, discover collection items such as John F. Kennedy’s favorite childhood books\, and explore the influences that shaped him as a child. Led by Lead Park Ranger Gabriella Hornbeck. \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  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/nationalparks-2023-03-29/ 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/john-f-kennedy_1841_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:20230405T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230405T110000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20230123T165219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T172422Z UID:41353-1680690600-1680692400@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. \nThe program will be held indoors on 4/5\, as the weather will be cooler than 55 degrees. Space will be available on a first come\, first served basis\, so we recommend arriving a little early. Hopefully next time we can jam outside! \n \nSponsored by the Friends of the Bacon Free Library URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/jammin-2023-4-5/ 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:20230406T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230406T140000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20230126T215901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230126T215901Z UID:41429-1680786000-1680789600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mystery Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of Anywhere You Run by Wanda M. Morris. 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-anywhere-you-run/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/anywhere-you-run.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230408T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230408T123000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20230202T184750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T202124Z UID:41539-1680951600-1680957000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Container Gardening with Farmer Emma DESCRIPTION:Join Farmer Emma from The Natick Community Organic Farm to learn about container gardening. This event may be held outdoors weather permitting. It is geared towards ages 10+. Please register in advance. \nRegistration is required; this workshop is limited to 8 participants. \n\nSponsored by the Friends of the Bacon Free Library. \n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/containergardening/ 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/emma-and-izzy-nov22-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:20230411T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230411T183000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20230213T213655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T163028Z UID:41762-1681232400-1681237800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Felting with Farmer Emma (rescheduled from March 14th) DESCRIPTION:Join Farmer Emma from The Natick Community Organic Farm and learn about how to felt with wool from the farm. \nWe will include all materials needed for this workshop\, and it is recommended for learners aged 10 and up. \nSponsored by the Friends of the Bacon Free Library. \nRegistration is required; this workshop is limited to 8 participants. \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 \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/felting/ 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/felting.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:20230413T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T120000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20221029T155030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T222544Z UID:39823-1681383600-1681387200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:History Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual discussion of: The other Madisons : the lost history of a president’s Black family / Bettye Kearse. \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-april/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Other-Madisons.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T111500 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20230217T200644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T140552Z UID:41817-1681552800-1681557300@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 \n \n Read to a Dog Aug. 15\n \n \n Child's Name*Child's Age*Email*\n \n Choose a time slot*3:00-3:154:00-4:15\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/read-to-a-dog-26-2/ 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;VALUE=DATE:20230417 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230418 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20221213T154203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T154203Z UID:40851-1681689600-1681775999@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Closed for Patriots Day DESCRIPTION:The library will be closed today\, Monday\, April 17th\, in honor of Patriots day. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/patsday23/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Closings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/patriotsday.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230418T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230418T160000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20221129T194920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T155458Z UID:40413-1681830000-1681833600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Professor Bugman's Arthropod Petting Zoo DESCRIPTION:Amazing creatures have amazing adaptations! And what better way to discover these concepts than through hands-on experiences with a whole zoo of exotic invertebrates? Professor Bugman will introduce you to some real arthropods\, then you can create and draw your own creature with its own special adaptations. Recommended for ages 5-11. Registration is required. \nThis program and the waiting list are full. \nSponsored by the Friends of the Bacon Free Library URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/professor-bugmans-arthropod-petting-zoo/ 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/2022/11/Logo_HD_TEST-1-e1669751311282.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:20230418T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230418T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20221029T161158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T183714Z UID:39835-1681844400-1681848000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Environmental Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Zoom discussion of Beloved Beasts: fighting for life in an age of extinction by Michelle Nijhuis \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-april/ 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/2021/04/Beloved-Beasts.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:20230419T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230419T120000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20230221T190259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230221T190259Z UID:41865-1681898400-1681905600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Drop-in Craft: Paper Flower Wreaths DESCRIPTION:Stop by anytime between 10:00 and 12:00 to make a simple spring wreath with paper flowers. This craft program is geared toward children of all ages with their grown-ups. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/drop-in-craft-paper-flower-wreaths/ 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/IMG_1684-e1680015890383.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:20230419T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230419T130000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20230403T165637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T160339Z UID:42376-1681905600-1681909200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Explore the Blackstone River Valley National Historic Park DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL: Explore the Blackstone River Valley National Historic Park\nWednesday\, April 19th: 12:00—1:00 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.**   \nAlong the Blackstone River\, a number of enterprising colonists and their descendants started businesses that would change the course of history. Discover how large corporations grew out of small mill villages in the 19th century. While focusing on a few case studies in labor history\, examine the beginnings of industry in the United States. Learn about this National Historical Park with Park Ranger Allison Horrocks. \nRegister directly on Zoom HERE.\n \nNOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 24 hours of the program. \n\n  \n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/nationalparks-2023-04-19/ 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/2023/04/national-park-service_1919_md.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:20230423T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230423T160000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20230331T170206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T175618Z UID:42301-1682262000-1682265600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:In Concert: Klezmer Trio DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the Morse Institute Library\, we are co-sponsoring the music group\, the Klezmer Trio. \nJoin us for an afternoon of Klezmer music\, featuring artists from the internationally-acclaimed Ezekiel’s Wheels Klezmer Band! \nIncluding:\nKristen Lamb (double bassist and vocalist)\nMichael McLaughlin (accordion & composer)\nNat Seelen (clarinetist) \nThe concert will be held in the Lebowitz Room at the Morse Institute Library. Please register here. \nThis program is supported in part by a grant from the Natick Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency\, the Bacon Free Library and the Friends of the Morse Institute Library.\n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/klezmertrio/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,All Ages ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/KLEZMER_TRIO_FLYER_1644B1CD.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:20230424T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230424T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20221129T224605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230327T220148Z UID:40467-1682352000-1682355600@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 April 24\nwe will be discussing:  \nThe World by Jia Zhang-ke\, China 2004 \nDVD available in 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-april-3/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/CAMS2-small-e1590854043239.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T193000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20221029T152049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T191805Z UID:39811-1682447400-1682451000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Tuesday Book Club DESCRIPTION:This month\, we will read and discuss The many daughters of Afong Moy : a novel / Jamie Ford.   \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 \nAvailable on OVERDRIVE  \nIf you are interested in attending this Zoom discussion\, please contact Graziella at glesellier@minlib.net URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/book-club-2023-april/ 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/many-dau.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:20230426T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T130000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20230403T171231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T182105Z UID:42383-1682510400-1682514000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Explore the Salem Maritime National Historic Park DESCRIPTION:The Bacon Free Library invites you to a lunchtime excursion\, without needing to leave your home or office.  Each Wednesday through the end of May\, enjoy a virtual talk given by the National Park Service about a local historic site. \n\n**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Please register to receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email.** \nEstablished on March 17\, 1938 as the first National Historic Site in the United States\, Salem Maritime National Historic Site consists of nine acres of land and 12 historic structures along the Salem waterfront\, as well as a downtown visitor center. Located in the urban setting of Salem\, the park preserves and interprets more than 600 years of New England’s maritime history and global connections. Learn about this National Historic Site with Supervisory Park Ranger Andrew Donovan. \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. \nThis National Park Service series is presented by the Bacon Free Library in collaboration with the Tewksbury Public Library. \n\n  \n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/nationalparks-2023-04-26/ 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/2023/04/national-park-service_1919_md.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:20230429T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T120000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20230228T224942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230410T151655Z UID:41969-1682762400-1682769600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Drop-in Craft and StoryWalk DESCRIPTION:Join us for an eco-friendly craft (repurposed book garlands)\, then stroll through the beautiful library grounds and enjoy our new StoryWalk®. All ages welcome! \nThis program is part of EcoNatick’s Earth Day All Around Natick. \n \nThe StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier\, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Storywalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/drop-in-craft-and-storywalk/ 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/IMG_1726-e1677624498614.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:20230501T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230501T110000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20230307T222121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T180014Z UID:42052-1682935200-1682938800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Dog Tales Storytime DESCRIPTION:Muri and her human Cheryl will be visiting the BFL for a fun and furry storytime! Join us for dog-approved stories and a chance to pet this calm\, sweet\, and soft therapy dog. \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. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/dogtales5-1-23/2023-05-01/ 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/muri-e1682108062468.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:20230503T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230503T130000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20230403T154858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T181743Z UID:42334-1683115200-1683118800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:(Virtually) Explore the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site DESCRIPTION:The Bacon Free Library invites you to a lunchtime excursion\, without needing to leave your home or office.  Each Wednesday through the end of May\, enjoy a virtual talk given by the National Park Service about a local historic site. \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.**   \nIn the 1600’s\, on the banks of the Saugus River\, something extraordinary happened — the birth of the American Iron and Steel Industry! Explore the place where European iron makers brought their special skills to a young Massachusetts colony. Saugus Iron Works is a twelve-acre National Historic Site that includes working waterwheels\, forges\, mills\, a historic 17th century home\, and a lush river basin. Learn about this National Historic Site with Supervisory Park Ranger Andrew Donovan. \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. \nThis National Park Service series is presented by the Bacon Free Library in collaboration with the Tewksbury Public Library. \n\n  \n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/nationalparks-2023-05-03/ 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/2023/04/national-park-service_1919_md.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:20230504T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230504T140000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20230309T154434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T154434Z UID:42112-1683205200-1683208800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mystery Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson. 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-everyone-in-my-family/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/41sX2sMgjHL.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230508T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230508T103000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20221122T164318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T172905Z UID:40281-1683540000-1683541800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Story Time DESCRIPTION:Join us at the BFL for stories\, songs\, and rhymes.   We are looking forward to seeing you! \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 story time will be moved indoors. \n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/mon-stories/2023-05-08/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/animalsreading.jpg GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230510T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230510T110000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20230308T201343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T150006Z UID:42090-1683714600-1683716400@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 or under 55 degrees\, we’ll meet indoors and space will be available on a first come\, first served basis. \nBring your own simple instruments if you can! We recommend shakers\, rhythm sticks\, and scarves\, or homemade equivalents like a container of rice\, a couple of wooden spoons\, and a dish towel. Jammin With You has more instrument suggestions here. \n \nSponsored by Middlesex Savings Bank URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/jammin-2023-4-5-2/2023-05-10/ 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:20230510T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230510T130000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20230403T171506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T181711Z UID:42385-1683720000-1683723600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:(Virtually) Explore the Adams National Historic Park DESCRIPTION:The Bacon Free Library invites you to a lunchtime excursion\, without needing to leave your home or office.  Each Wednesday through the end of May\, enjoy a virtual talk given by the National Park Service about a local historic site. \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.**   \nFrom the sweet little farm at the foot of Penn’s Hill to the gentleman’s country estate at Peace field\, Adams National Historical Park is the story of “heroes\, statesman\, philosophers … and learned women” whose ideas and actions helped to transform thirteen disparate colonies into one united nation. Learn about this National Historical Park with Supervisory Park Ranger Jessica Pilkington. \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. \nThis National Park Service series is presented by the Bacon Free Library in collaboration with the Tewksbury Public Library. \n\n  \n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/nationalparks-2023-05-10/ 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/2023/04/national-park-service_1919_md.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:20230511T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T120000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092837 CREATED:20221029T155113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T222826Z UID:39825-1683802800-1683806400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:History Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual discussion of: Seabiscuit : an American legend / Laura Hillenbrand. \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-may/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Seabiscuit.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR