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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T183000 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20230818T205220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T172931Z UID:44310-1701797400-1701801000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Create Fused Glass Key Rings DESCRIPTION:Join artist Deenie Pacik for this fun fused glass workshop. You will be working with fusible glass including dichroic glass and chopped glass\, as well as colorful paints. Create your key ring and Deenie will take it to her studio to fire it and send it back to you. Limited to 10 participants ages 12+. Registration required. \n  \n\n\n \n \n Fused Glass Key Rings\n \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Comments\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/fusedglasskeychains/ 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/2023/08/fusedglass5.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:20231206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T103000 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20230503T203618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T171126Z UID:42819-1701856800-1701858600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Lapsit Storytime DESCRIPTION:Stories\, bounces\, and songs for babies 0-24 months and their grownups! \nThe historic nature of our building limits accessibility. This program is also offered in an accessible location at the Morse Institute Library (click here for dates\, times\, and more information). URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/baby-time-2-2023-12-06/2023-12-06/ 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/2022/10/Baby-Time-for-website-e1670943351162.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:20231207T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T140000 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20230914T170148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T170148Z UID:44608-1701954000-1701957600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mystery Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of The Golden Spoon by Jessa Maxwell. 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-golden-spoon/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Golden-Spoon.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T110000 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20230926T204727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T204727Z UID:44762-1702029600-1702033200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Music Time with The Rashi School DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special music time with one of The Rashi School’s incredible teachers! Geared toward ages 2 and up\, but all are welcome. \nThis program is sponsored by The Rashi School. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/music-time-with-the-rashi-school/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Music-Time-1-1.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:20231214T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T120000 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20221129T221742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T221832Z UID:40445-1702551600-1702555200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:History Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual discussion of: West with giraffes : a novel / Lynda Rutledge. \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-december/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/west-with.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231215 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240208 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20231120T181459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T181535Z UID:47212-1702598400-1707350399@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Featured Artist - Ryan Black DESCRIPTION:Artist Ryan Black works out of his South Natick-based studio.  His art features representational oil paintings along with some printmaking and drawing. While Ryan’s work portrays a range of subjects\, recently he is most associated with his atmospheric cityscapes\, mainly featuring Boston.  Ryan’s work will be on display at the BFL from December 15th to February 7th. \n \n\n\nRyan’s art\, in his own words: \nI love talking about art. I love jargon\, references\, challenging viewpoints and deciphering meaning in other artist’s compositions. But artists shouldn’t talk about or attempt to explain their own work because\, to paraphrase Francis Bacon\, explanation doesn’t deepen the mystery. \nEverything to know about my paintings is either there on the canvas\, or it isn’t. Spelling it out will not make it better\, just like a joke isn’t funny if you have to explain it. \nI’m not saying my artwork has some deeper meaning. I’m saying all good art refers and reflects back\, creating its time and place in the world. Bringing something to the table\, as far as a basic understanding of aesthetics and art history\, will always make experiencing artwork more immersive and enjoyable. Its meaning isn’t hidden\, just very few people go looking for it. \nI try to make good art. Hopefully it’s there on the canvas. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/ryanblack/ 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/2023/11/RBlack.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:20231215T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231215T110000 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20230501T185616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T155408Z UID:42725-1702636200-1702638000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Jammin With You DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED! Due to illness\, Jammin With You is cancelled on Friday\, December 15. We apologize for the inconvenience. \nOur next Jammin With You will be on Friday\, January 5. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/jammin-2023-12-15/ 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:20231216T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231216T111500 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20231013T204031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T204031Z UID:44959-1702720800-1702725300@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 and opens one month before the program. Please register 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-12-16-23/ 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:20231216T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231216T130000 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20231208T160623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T191719Z UID:47314-1702720800-1702731600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Wintry Storytime with the Natick Historical Society DESCRIPTION:The Natick Historical Society and the Bacon Free Library are excited to invite you to create a snowflake ornament. Roll up your sleeves\, unleash your creativity\, and make an ornament using eclectic materials–from paints and brushes to glitter and ribbon. All ages are encouraged to drop in between 10am and 1pm to decorate a snowflake ornament. Bring the family! \nA Bacon Free Library librarian will lead a wintry storytime for all ages at 11:30am. \nThis event takes place in person at the Natick History Museum (downstairs from the Bacon Free Library). \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/wintrystorytime/ 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/2018/03/snowflakes-in-blizzard.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:20231216T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231216T150000 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20230828T195547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T182538Z UID:44458-1702735200-1702738800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:The Boston Tea Party -- 250 Years Later (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:The story of tea has always been infused with intrigue\, particularly when it became a flash point for tensions between England and Colonial America. On the 250th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party (December 16\, 1773)\, learn about the brewing political problems tea presented in its history with Anglophile and former UK resident Claire Evans. Then\, author\, genealogist\, librarian\, and former UK resident Debra Dudek examines the history of the Boston Tea Party’s most famous partiers (and phonies)\, as well as how to trace bona fide participants through lineage societies and historical groups. \nRegister directly on Zoom HERE \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.**   \n  \n\n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/bostonteaparty/ 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/2023/08/boston-tea-party_2292_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:20231218T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231218T170000 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20230901T203111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T235131Z UID:44515-1702915200-1702918800@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 December 18 \nWe will be discussing:  \nBeau Travail by Claire Denis\, France 1999 \nDVD available in the Minuteman Network HERE and HERE \nIf you are interested in attending this Zoom discussion\, please contact Graziella at glesellier@minlib.net URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/cinephile-monday-december/ 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:20231219T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231219T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20231125T200719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231125T200719Z UID:47227-1703012400-1703016000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Environmental Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion of:\nPlanta Sapiens: The New Science of Plant Intelligence by Paco Calvo \nCopies of the book will be available at the Bacon Free Library.  \nOrder your own copy HERE \nAlso instantly available on HOOPLA \nJoin environmental enthusiast\, Arthur Ensroth\, in discussing current\, historical and future environmental issues through books! We’re finding ways to become more engaged and participatory in the natural world\, educating ourselves on the climate challenges we face and looking at the history and philosophy of how the environment has been viewed through the ages.  \nThe BFL is collaborating with Broadmoor\, Mass Audubon with this book group. We thank them for sharing their mission with us. \nPlease email glesellier@minlib.net for the Zoom meeting details. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/environmental-2023-december/ 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/2023/08/Planta-Sapiens.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:20231225 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231226 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20221213T160548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T160548Z UID:40890-1703462400-1703548799@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Closed for Christmas Day DESCRIPTION:The library will be closed today\, Monday\, Dec 25th\, in honor of Christmas. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/christmas23/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Closings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/christmasbooks.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231226T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231226T120000 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20231025T202735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T184516Z UID:45081-1703588400-1703592000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Winter Drop-In Craft DESCRIPTION:Stop by to make a simple\, winter-themed craft with cotton balls\, foam stickers\, crayons\, and more. Geared toward ages 0-5\, but all are welcome. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/winter-drop-in-craft/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/drop-in-craft.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:20231226T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231226T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20231025T205407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T205407Z UID:45086-1703606400-1703613600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Button Making DESCRIPTION:Stop by anytime between 4:00 and 6:00 to create your own cool button using our button maker! You can draw your own design or use a page from a discarded book or magazine. Geared toward ages 5 and up\, but all are welcome. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/button-making/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/button-making.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:20231226T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231226T193000 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20230601T180411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T181447Z UID:43297-1703615400-1703619000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:NO Book Club DESCRIPTION:There will be no meeting in December. \nThank you for your patronage. \nHAPPY HOLIDAYS. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/book-club-2023-december/ 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:20231227T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231227T160000 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20231025T200921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T200921Z UID:45071-1703685600-1703692800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Build a Fort at the Library! DESCRIPTION:Bring a few blankets and pillows from home and combine them with our tables and chairs to build a cozy fort in the library! Then you can spend the afternoon reading in your fort and doing a fun scavenger hunt and other activities. All ages are welcome\, with adult supervision. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/build-a-fort-at-the-library/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/fort-building.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:20240101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240102 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20221213T160714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T160714Z UID:40892-1704067200-1704153599@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Closed for New Years Day DESCRIPTION:The library will be closed today\, Monday\, January 1st\, in honor of New Years day. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/nyd24/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Closings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Happynewyear.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240104T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240104T140000 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20231109T173347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T173347Z UID:47144-1704373200-1704376800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mystery Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of Open Season by C.J. Box. Copies available at the library\, or borrow as an ebook or digital audiobook on Libby\, or digital audiobook on Hoopla. Please email cstirling@minlib.net to register and receive the Zoom link. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/mystery-open-season/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Open-Season.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240105T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240105T110000 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20230501T185616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231216T162018Z UID:42726-1704450600-1704452400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Jammin With You - Pajama Party! 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. \nThis session will be a PAJAMA PARTY\, so feel free to wear some comfy jammies and bring a favorite stuffed animal! \nDuring the colder months\, this program is held indoors and registration is required due to space limitations. Please register below starting one month before the program. \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 Middlesex Savings Bank URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/jammin-2024-01-05/ 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:20240106T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240106T111500 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20231013T204217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T204217Z UID:44961-1704535200-1704539700@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 and opens one month before the program. Please register for each child attending. \n\n \n \n Read to a Dog July 18 at the Morse\n \n \n Child's Name*Child's Age*Email*\n \n Choose a time slot*3:20-3:353:40-3:55\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-01-06-24/ 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:20240109T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T173000 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20230807T151322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T191209Z UID:44182-1704817800-1704821400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Sourdough Starter Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Bacon Free Library for a presentation by Sourdough Brandon on how to make\, maintain\, and store a sourdough starter with this free sourdough starter workshop! Leave with a piece of Brandon’s sourdough starter.\n \nPlease register below to reserve your seat at this special presentation.\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/sourdoughworkshop/ 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/2023/08/How-to-Make-a-Sourdough-Starter.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:20240111T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T120000 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20231027T213850Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231125T202754Z UID:45145-1704970800-1704974400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:History Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual discussion of: Countdown 1945 by Chris Wallace \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-january-2/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/countdown.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240116 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20211221T183325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T175335Z UID:35851-1705276800-1705363199@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Library Closed for MLK\, Jr. Day DESCRIPTION:The BFL will be closed today\, Monday\, January 15th\, in observance of Martin Luther King\, Jr. Day. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/closedmlk/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Closings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/MLK.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:20240116T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T183000 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20230811T180625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T194708Z UID:44248-1705426200-1705429800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mass Audubon's The Nature of Winter with Doug Lowry (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:The nature of Massachusetts is filled with seasonal mysteries waiting to be uncovered. Have you ever wondered which animal left tracks in the snow? What happens to pond animals under a layer of ice? Or what trees are lining the trails on your winter walks? This online program will introduce the seasonal dynamics of nature in winter\, and provide ideas and resources for observing\, appreciating\, and supporting wildlife near home this winter. \nDoug Lowry is the Senior Teacher/Naturalist for Mass Audubon’s South East Region\, Senior Field Instructor for the National Outdoor Leadership School\, and a Master Educator for the Leave No Trace program. He has spent over 3\,000 days on wilderness expeditions and is a grateful student of life-long bird study. \n \nThis program will be held over Zoom. Please register below to receive the program link.  \n(Image by Jörg Vieli from Pixabay) \n\n \n \n Mass Audubon's The Nature of Winter with Doug Lowry\n \n \n 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  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/natureoffall-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/2023/08/snowtrees.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:20240116T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20231125T200527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T195352Z UID:47224-1705431600-1705435200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Environmental Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion of: \nThe Darkness Manifesto: On Light Pollution\, Night Ecology\, and the Ancient Rhythms That Sustain Life by Johan Eklöf \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-2024-january-3/ 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/2023/08/Darkness-Manifesto.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:20240123T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T193000 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20231027T180724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T214735Z UID:45111-1706034600-1706038200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Book Club DESCRIPTION:This month\, we will read and discuss The invisible life of Addie Larue (2020) by Victoria Schwab \nJoin 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 \nIf you are interested in attending\, please contact Graziella at glesellier@minlib.net URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/book-club-2024-january/ 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/2023/10/Invisible.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:20240126T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240126T110000 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20230501T185616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231117T184232Z UID:42727-1706265000-1706266800@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. \nDuring the colder months\, this program is held indoors and registration is required due to space limitations. Please register below starting one month before the program. \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 \nSponsored by Middlesex Savings Bank URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/jammin-2024-1-26/ 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:20240127T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T110000 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20231030T141320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T141320Z UID:45161-1706349600-1706353200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Nonfiction Book Club DESCRIPTION:  \nThis month\, we will discuss Boom Town: the fantastical saga of Oklahoma City\, its chaotic founding\, its apocalyptic weather\, its purloined basketball team\, and the dream of becoming a world-class metropolis\, by Sam Anderson. \n  \nCopies of this book are available at the library.  \nOur discussion will be held in a hybrid format.  The host will be in person at the BFL\, while some members will join over zoom.  You are welcome to join either way.  For zoom\, please register here to receive the meeting details: \n\n \n \n Nonfiction Book Club Registration - January 2026\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/nfjan2024/ 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:20240130T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T183000 DTSTAMP:20260408T081301 CREATED:20231031T173125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T191350Z UID:46925-1706634000-1706639400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Slow Stitching DESCRIPTION:In a busy and chaotic world\, sometimes we just need to slow down\, relax\, and take a few breaths and not worry about creating a product\, but enjoying the process. Slow stitching is a mindful needlework process that focuses on intention and the joy of being in the present moment. Join us to learn about slow stitching. A kit (includes base fabric\, patchwork fabric pieces\, lace\, trims\, buttons\, needle and thread) will be provided\, so please sign up in advance. \nJoin fabric artist\, Helen Bellomo\, to learn how to slow stitch. This program is geared towards all ages. Children under 10 must be accompanied by a caregiver. \nRegistration is required; this workshop is limited to 10 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  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/slowstitching/ 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/2023/10/sewing-needle-541737_640.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