BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Bacon Free Library - ECPv6.17.5//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: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;VALUE=DATE:20240627 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240808 DTSTAMP:20240701T164141Z CREATED:20240613T140619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T164141Z UID:10003636-1719446400-1723075199@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Marie Picard Craig Art Exhibit DESCRIPTION: \nMarie Craig uses cyanotype photography to explore the overlap between concrete bodies\, or still moments\, and the life instilled in them. Her photographs capture places of formative choice\, incorporating both intention and chance.  \nCyanotype photographs (sometimes called sunprints) are made without a camera by placing objects on paper or fabric that is coated with a solution of iron salts before exposing it in the sun and rinsing with water to produce deep blue images. Marie loves the beautiful blue color of the images\, which she sometimes embellishes with other bright colors or beads. \n  \n\n \n \n \n\n \n _2drFUgS6i8AqUhib7IoNv-XEBKgdU1khC3JdREYLmufmXsjx8_FM2CwYUVMoogP \n\n \n \n \n \n  \nMarie began her career as a medical photographer and illustrator after graduating from Clark University in Worcester with a master’s degree in biology. She later shifted her role to become a teacher\, curator\, photographer\, and gallerist\, all in the fine art community. Marie has shown her work in numerous solo and group exhibitions in the US and Australia. In 2011 she co-founded Fountain Street Gallery in Boston and serves as its director. She lives and works in Natick. \nTo learn more about Marie and her work:  \nhttps://mariecraigart.com/ \nhttps://www.instagram.com/mariecraigphoto \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/mariepicardcraig/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,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:20240701T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240701T103000 DTSTAMP:20240806T145325Z CREATED:20240329T211722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T145325Z UID:10002872-1719828000-1719829800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Story Time DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Bacon Free Library lawn for stories\, songs\, and rhymes.   \nBring along a blanket to get comfy. We are looking forward to seeing you! \nNote:  if the weather is wet or below 55 degrees\, we’ll move this story time indoors.  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/stsummer23-2/2024-07-01/ 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/2023/05/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:20240702T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240702T103000 DTSTAMP:20240806T145325Z CREATED:20240329T211722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T145325Z UID:10002873-1719914400-1719916200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Story Time DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Bacon Free Library lawn for stories\, songs\, and rhymes.   \nBring along a blanket to get comfy. We are looking forward to seeing you! \nNote:  if the weather is wet or below 55 degrees\, we’ll move this story time indoors.  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/stsummer23-2/2024-07-02/ 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/2023/05/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:20240702T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240702T183000 DTSTAMP:20240610T205934Z CREATED:20240531T173834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T205934Z UID:10003632-1719940500-1719945000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Zentangle DESCRIPTION:The Zentangle® Method is an easy-to-learn\, relaxing\, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns (called tangles). In this workshop\, learn the history of Zentangle\, the basic steps of the method\, and the tools used. Through step-by-step instructions\, you will be immersed in creating an original Zentangle tile.\n \nNo artistic talent or experience is required. All supplies will be provided. \n \nRachel Slate-Ziman is a Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT)\, educated by the creators of Zentangle\, Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas. She has been learning and practicing the Zentangle Method for many years.\nRegistration required. \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/zentangle-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/2024/04/zentangle.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:20240704 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240705 DTSTAMP:20240425T194341Z CREATED:20220516T171207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T194341Z UID:10002688-1720051200-1720137599@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Closed for Independence Day DESCRIPTION:The BFL will be closed on Thursday\, July 4th in honor of Independence day.  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/closed-for-july-4th/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Closings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Happy-4th-of-July-e1448655259415.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:20240706 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240707 DTSTAMP:20240425T203335Z CREATED:20240425T195129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T203335Z UID:10003618-1720224000-1720310399@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Closed: the BFL will be closed on Saturdays from June 22 to August 31. DESCRIPTION: URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/closed-for-july-4th-2-2/2024-07-06/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Closings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/summer-still-life-.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:20240708T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240708T103000 DTSTAMP:20240806T145325Z CREATED:20240329T211722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T145325Z UID:10002874-1720432800-1720434600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Story Time DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Bacon Free Library lawn for stories\, songs\, and rhymes.   \nBring along a blanket to get comfy. We are looking forward to seeing you! \nNote:  if the weather is wet or below 55 degrees\, we’ll move this story time indoors.  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/stsummer23-2/2024-07-08/ 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:20240708T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240708T163000 DTSTAMP:20240326T223300Z CREATED:20240326T223147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T223300Z UID:10002839-1720452600-1720456200@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-2/2024-07-08/ 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/2023/03/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:20240709T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T103000 DTSTAMP:20240806T145325Z CREATED:20240329T211722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T145325Z UID:10002875-1720519200-1720521000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Story Time DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Bacon Free Library lawn for stories\, songs\, and rhymes.   \nBring along a blanket to get comfy. We are looking forward to seeing you! \nNote:  if the weather is wet or below 55 degrees\, we’ll move this story time indoors.  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/stsummer23-2/2024-07-09/ 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:20240709T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T180000 DTSTAMP:20240709T160018Z CREATED:20240227T163637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T160018Z UID:10003555-1720544400-1720548000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Ed the Wizard's Reading Is Magic - INDOORS DESCRIPTION:**This program will be held INDOORS due to the heat. Space will be available on a first come\, first served basis. We recommend arriving a little early to get a spot.** \nEnjoy this family-friendly\, interactive magic show full of comedy and suspense! Ed the Wizard‘s performance will celebrate the importance of reading and entertain an audience of all ages. \nThis program is supported in part by a grant from the Natick Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council\, a state agency. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/ed-the-wizards-reading-is-magic/ 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/2024/02/ed-the-wizard.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:20240709T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T190000 DTSTAMP:20240625T162909Z CREATED:20240621T184051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T162909Z UID:10003638-1720551600-1720551600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:VIRTUAL: Bestselling Author Dawn Tripp Discusses "Jackie" (A Novel About Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis) DESCRIPTION:The Bacon Free Library is partnering with the Tewksbury Public Library to bring you bestselling author Dawn Tripp. Dawn will discuss her new novel about Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis\, Jackie. Jackie is the story of a woman—deeply private with a nuanced\, formidable intellect—who forged a legacy out of grief and shaped history even as she was living it. It is the story of a love affair\, a complicated marriage\, and the fracturing of identity that comes in the wake of unthinkable violence. Tripp is also the author of the novel Georgia\, which was a national bestseller\, a finalist for the New England Book Award\, and the winner of the Mary Lynn Kotz Award for Art in Literature. She is the author of three previous novels: Game of Secrets\, Moon Tide\, and The Season of Open Water\, which won the Massachusetts Book Award for Fiction. Her poems and essays have appeared in the Virginia Quarterly Review\, Harvard Review\, AGNI\, Conjunctions\, and NPR\, among others. \nRECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. \nPlease register HERE for the Zoom link. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/dawntripp/ 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/2024/06/jackie-canva_2776_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:20240710T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T103000 DTSTAMP:20250310T171126Z CREATED:20230503T203618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T171126Z UID:10003231-1720605600-1720607400@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-2-2023-12-06/2024-07-10/ 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:20240710T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T170000 DTSTAMP:20240422T175310Z CREATED:20230808T180724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T175310Z UID:10003382-1720625400-1720630800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Kids' Poetry Workshop DESCRIPTION:Use your imagination and express yourself in some fun and creative activities with local author and educator Marcie Schwartz. In each session (July 10th\, 17th\, and 24th)\, participants will create poems and craft projects to bring home. \nGeared toward children entering grades 1-5. Registration is required. If you would like to attend all three sessions\, please sign up for each session individually. \nTHIS WEEK: Heart Mapping. What’s inside your heart? Heart maps help us discover who and what we love. We will create beautiful heart maps and write poems from what we discover inside. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/kids-poetry/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/poetry.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:20240711T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T120000 DTSTAMP:20240428T125133Z CREATED:20240425T192502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240428T125133Z UID:10003604-1720695600-1720699200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:History Book Club will not meet in July DESCRIPTION:The History Book Club will not meet in July. \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/history-book-club-july-2/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T140000 DTSTAMP:20240509T144632Z CREATED:20240509T142458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T144632Z UID:10002951-1720702800-1720706400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Mystery Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of The Devotion of Suspect X by Keigo Higashino. Copies available at the library\, or borrow as a Libby ebook; or digital audiobook through Libby or Hoopla. Please email cstirling@minlib.net to register and receive the Zoom link. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/devotion-suspect/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/devotion-of-suspect-x.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T110000 DTSTAMP:20250311T210611Z CREATED:20240223T221700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T210611Z UID:10002816-1720780200-1720782000@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. \nThis program will be held outdoors.  In case of rainy or cold weather (under 45 degrees)\, it will be rescheduled. \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-2024-04-12-2/2024-07-12/ 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:20240712T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T161500 DTSTAMP:20240528T162840Z CREATED:20240528T162840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T162840Z UID:10002963-1720796400-1720800900@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 for each child attending. \n\n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/read-to-a-dog-07-12-24/ 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;VALUE=DATE:20240713 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240714 DTSTAMP:20240425T203335Z CREATED:20240425T195129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T203335Z UID:10003619-1720828800-1720915199@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Closed: the BFL will be closed on Saturdays from June 22 to August 31. DESCRIPTION: URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/closed-for-july-4th-2-2/2024-07-13/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Closings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/summer-still-life-.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:20240715T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240715T103000 DTSTAMP:20240806T145325Z CREATED:20240329T211722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T145325Z UID:10002876-1721037600-1721039400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Story Time DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Bacon Free Library lawn for stories\, songs\, and rhymes.   \nBring along a blanket to get comfy. We are looking forward to seeing you! \nNote:  if the weather is wet or below 55 degrees\, we’ll move this story time indoors.  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/stsummer23-2/2024-07-15/ 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:20240715T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240715T190000 DTSTAMP:20240624T180910Z CREATED:20240523T194545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T180910Z UID:10002957-1721066400-1721070000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:From Just a Snapshot to Art - Creating Beautiful Photographs DESCRIPTION:In this virtual program\, landscape photographer Joanne Pearson will guide you through the art of seeing as a professional photographer does. You will learn about framing and creating dramatic compositions; balance and movement; leading lines and paths; depth of field; and the nuances of natural light. This program teaches you about what the pros call “getting it right in-camera”. \nJoanne Pearson of Fair Haven Photographs has been a professional photographer for over 25 years. Prior to her career in photography\, she was a registered landscape architect in the state of Massachusetts where she practiced for 12 years. Her photographs of gardens and landscapes have been featured in magazines and calendars that have included Yankee\, Northshore Magazine\, Vermont Life\, Offshore\, BrownTrout Publishers Inc. and Willow Creek Press. She is the solo photographer for four calendars produced by Mahoney Publishing including Flowers and Gardens of New England. \n\nThis program will be held over Zoom. Please register below to receive the program link.  \n  \n\n  \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/justasnapshot-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/2024/05/Garden_6487_pearson.JP_.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:20240716T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T103000 DTSTAMP:20240806T145325Z CREATED:20240329T211722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T145325Z UID:10002877-1721124000-1721125800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Story Time DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Bacon Free Library lawn for stories\, songs\, and rhymes.   \nBring along a blanket to get comfy. We are looking forward to seeing you! \nNote:  if the weather is wet or below 55 degrees\, we’ll move this story time indoors.  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/stsummer23-2/2024-07-16/ 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:20240716T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T150000 DTSTAMP:20240712T163818Z CREATED:20240226T220347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T163818Z UID:10003552-1721138400-1721142000@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Hula Hooping with Wildkat Hoops DESCRIPTION:It’s time to put on your dancing shoes and grab those dazzling hoops for an unforgettable workshop of hula hoop magic with Wildkat Hoops. Hooping promotes exercise\, exploration\, expression\, movement\, dance\, and FUN! \nThis intergenerational workshop is open to both kids and adults and is best for ages 5 and up. Hoops are provided. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/hula-hooping/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Featured,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/unnamed-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:20240716T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T180000 DTSTAMP:20240624T185305Z CREATED:20240612T183437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T185305Z UID:10003635-1721149200-1721152800@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Pure and Simple Flower Design - July DESCRIPTION:For adults who want to learn about floral design\, this class will cover the basics of design as well as sustainable mechanics and floral conditioning.  We will provide you with a supermarket bouquet and mason jar vase. Then\, you can select and share items from the flower table for greens\, filler flowers\, focal flowers\, and branches. Feel free to bring favorite flowers or greens from your garden if you want to include them in your design (this is optional as there will be enough flowers for the class.)  You will take home your finished arrangement in a box.\n \n\nWe will have a variety of scissors and hand clippers for your use. If you have a favorite pair of floral scissors please bring them.\n\n \nThe instructor\, Monica Foley\, has been learning and practicing floral design for the past 10 years through classes\, lectures\, and local Art in Bloom events.\n\n \nThis is event is geared towards ages 16 years and up. Please register in advance. If you are registering more than one person\, please fill out a form for each one. Our supplies are limited to 10 people in total.\n\n \n\n \n  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/flowerdesign-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/2024/06/IMG_3105-1-scaled-e1719252945555.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:20240716T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T190000 DTSTAMP:20240625T162959Z CREATED:20240621T185347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T162959Z UID:10003639-1721156400-1721156400@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:VIRTUAL: World War II & Massachusetts DESCRIPTION:The Bacon Free Library is partnering with the Tewksbury Public Library to bring you author James L. Parr\, who will discuss his new book\, World War II Massachusetts. Over 500\,000 Massachusetts residents answered the call to military duty in the Second World War\, while the rest of the state’s citizens fought the war on the home front. Everyone in the family\, including pets\, found creative and essential ways to contribute. Thousands worked in factories\, volunteered for Civil Defense\, watched for enemy aircraft\, and took part in salvage collections and bond drives\, all while dealing with rationing\, blackouts\, rumors and a host of other wartime inconveniences. And while thousands of service members left to fight overseas\, the Bay State also welcomed thousands more to serve on its military bases that were such an important part of our nation’s defense. Learn some of the stories of these brave and dedicated citizens — from the famous to the ordinary — as they faced wartime challenges. James L. Parr taught elementary school for 34 years before retiring in 2022. A longtime volunteer at several local historical organizations\, Parr is the author of three additional books for The History Press.  \nRECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. \nPlease register HERE for the Zoom link. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/wwii/ 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/2024/06/james-l-parr_2844_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:20240717T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T103000 DTSTAMP:20250310T171126Z CREATED:20230503T203618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T171126Z UID:10003232-1721210400-1721212200@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-2-2023-12-06/2024-07-17/ 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:20240717T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T170000 DTSTAMP:20240422T175443Z CREATED:20240226T212718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T175443Z UID:10003548-1721230200-1721235600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Kids' Poetry Workshop DESCRIPTION:Use your imagination and express yourself in some fun and creative activities with local author and educator Marcie Schwartz. In each session (July 10th\, 17th\, and 24th)\, participants will create poems and craft projects to bring home. \nGeared toward children entering grades 1-5. Registration is required. If you would like to attend all three sessions\, please sign up for each session individually. \nTHIS WEEK: My Earth–Myself. Create a Nature Collage and experience the fun of Word Bowl Poems. Using all our senses\, we will explore how you fit into this great planet earth. We will explore our imaginations of what the future world will look like. URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/kids-poetry-2/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/poetry.png GEO:42.285064;-71.346109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street Natick MA 01760 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Eliot Street:geo:-71.346109,42.285064 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240720 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240721 DTSTAMP:20240425T203335Z CREATED:20240425T195129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T203335Z UID:10003620-1721433600-1721519999@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Closed: the BFL will be closed on Saturdays from June 22 to August 31. DESCRIPTION: URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/closed-for-july-4th-2-2/2024-07-20/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library\, 58 Eliot Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Closings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baconfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/summer-still-life-.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:20240722T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240722T103000 DTSTAMP:20240806T145325Z CREATED:20240329T211722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T145325Z UID:10002878-1721642400-1721644200@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Story Time DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Bacon Free Library lawn for stories\, songs\, and rhymes.   \nBring along a blanket to get comfy. We are looking forward to seeing you! \nNote:  if the weather is wet or below 55 degrees\, we’ll move this story time indoors.  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/stsummer23-2/2024-07-22/ 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:20240722T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240722T163000 DTSTAMP:20240326T223300Z CREATED:20240326T223147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T223300Z UID:10002840-1721662200-1721665800@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-2/2024-07-22/ 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/2023/03/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:20240723T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240723T103000 DTSTAMP:20240806T145325Z CREATED:20240329T211722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T145325Z UID:10002879-1721728800-1721730600@baconfreelibrary.org SUMMARY:Story Time DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Bacon Free Library lawn for stories\, songs\, and rhymes.   \nBring along a blanket to get comfy. We are looking forward to seeing you! \nNote:  if the weather is wet or below 55 degrees\, we’ll move this story time indoors.  URL:https://baconfreelibrary.org/event/stsummer23-2/2024-07-23/ 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 END:VCALENDAR