Virtual: W.F.K. Travers’ Lincoln Portrait

Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States

At nine feet tall, Travers' Lincoln portrait is impressive. This portrait of the 16th president has been praised by those who knew him as more lifelike than any other. Exhibited at the US Capitol, the 1876 Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia, and the Union League Club in New York, among other important places, this portrait eventually […]

CANCELED Jammin With You

Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States

This event has been canceled due to weather. We hope you can join us next time, on 4/4 at 10:30am! Sponsored by Middlesex Savings Bank

Nonfiction Book Club

Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States

  This month, we will discuss Strength in What Remains: A journey of remembrance and forgiveness by Tracy Kidder. Tracy Kidder, author of BFL nonfiction book club favorites Mountains Beyond Mountains and Rough Sleepers, brings us the heart-wrenching story of Deo.  From Tracykidder.com: Deo grew up in the mountains of Burundi, and survived a civil […]

Virtual: Grow your Leafy Greens

Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States

Would you like to learn how to grow the most nutritionally dense food on the planet?  The experts at Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardens have you covered.  In this virtual program, they'll teach you how to successfully grow kale, spinach, chard, and lettuce using a variety of methods.   This program will be held over Zoom. […]

Tuesday Book Discussion

Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States

Join us at the library for a discussion of:  How to read a book: a novel  by Monica Wood Copies of the book are available at the library.  Order your own copy HERE If you are interested in attending, please contact Graziella at glesellier@minlib.net The historic nature of our building limits accessibility. A book discussion […]

Read to a Dog at the MORSE

Morse Institute Library 14 E Central St., Natick, MA, United States

Build confidence and practice your reading skills by reading out loud to a registered therapy dog! This program will be held at the Morse Institute Library this month. 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. […]

Recurring

All Together: Preschool Storytime

Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States

Join us on Mondays and Tuesdays for stories and songs! The 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).

Zentangle – NEW LOCATION

Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States

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.   No artistic talent […]

Jammin With You

Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States

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. This program will […]

Virtual: Local Farms (Metrowest) – Produce, Meats, & Dairy

Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA, United States

Join the growing number of people who are buying their produce, meats, and dairy products from local farms. Not only is local food fresher than many options in the supermarket, but supporting our local farms creates a more sustainable ecosystem. Sure, you might not get raspberries in December, but when you get them in August, […]

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