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SUMMARY:Singing Back the Buffalo – a streaming documentary film
DESCRIPTION:Indigenous visionaries\, scientists and communities are rematriating the buffalo to the heart of the North American plains they once defined\, signaling a turning point for Indigenous nations\, the ecosystem\, and our collective survival. \nThis film is brought to you in collaboration with the Bacon Free Library and the Natick Historical Society. \nPlease register on the BFL website to view the film. You will receive the link to screen the film on November 17th. The link will be good through December 1st.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflbuffalofilm/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural Events,Library,Movie Screening
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL: A Charles Dickens Christmas with Bill Thierfelder
DESCRIPTION:Charles Dickens has famously been called “The Man Who Invented Christmas.” Inspired by the writings of Washington Irving earlier in the 19th century\, Dickens wrote five Christmas novellas between 1843 and 1848 and over a dozen short stories between 1852 and 1866. Each of these–including the perennial favorite A Christmas Carrol–helped to shape how the holiday season is celebrated in Britain and America. This program explores these wonderful flights of holiday fantasy and their lasting influence. \nThis program is offered in collaboration with the Bacon Free Library\, the Groton Public Library\, and the Natick Historical Society. \nPLEASE REGISTER HERE FOR THE ZOOM LINK. \n  \nAbout the Speaker\nDr. Bill Thierfelder is a retired professor of arts and humanities\, with a PhD in English literature\, an MA in theology\, and a BA in English with additional concentrations in music history and art. After teaching second grade for four years and high school seniors for six months as a replacement substitute\, Bill spent the next 32 years teaching a variety of arts and humanities courses at several New York and Long Island universities and colleges\, including St. John’s University\, Hofstra University\, and Dowling College. \nBill is currently docent emeritus at the American Museum of Natural History where he continues to give both Zoom and in-person presentations\, work on special editing projects\, and give tours. He also lectures regularly for libraries and educational organizations nationwide via Zoom. Bill’s classroom\, library\, and museum vocations have taught him that life is all about “making wings\,” hence\, the name of his website: Making Wings. Indeed\, Bill’s philosophy–rooted in years of practical study and life experience–is simple: “The most important thing you can do is to make wings for yourself and fly to places that fulfill your potential\, that allow you to develop your unique gifts\, and that open you up to a world of possibilities.” \n  \nRECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bfldickens1225/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library
CATEGORIES:Cultural Events,FREE,History,Library
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SUMMARY:Third Thursday Poetry at Ten Trees Books
DESCRIPTION:Join poet and artist\, Tom Gilligan\, at Ten Trees Books\, at 29 Main Street\, Natick\, on Thursday\, January 15\, 2026\, at 6:30 PM\, for Third Thursday Poetry. Tom Gilligan will present creative ways to play with poetry and art.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/third-thursday-poetry-at-ten-trees-books-2/
LOCATION:Ten Trees Books\, 29 Main Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Cultural Events,Family Friendly,FREE
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260301
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SUMMARY:Natick Center Story Walk
DESCRIPTION:In February\, enjoy a Story Walk around Natick Center. The book chosen by the Natick Martin Luther King\, Jr. Day event organizers\, “The ABCs of Black History\,” by Rio Cortez\, will be on display in single pages around Natick Center for Black History Month. \nThe locations are: \n\nBloom & Grow Creative\nDates & Olives\nFive Crows\nLe Belle Spa\nListen Up Music\nLola’s\nMetroPets\nNatick Center Cultural District\nNatick Police Department\nNatick Town Hall\nPaper Fiesta/Hedgehog Belly Designs\nPlanted Collective\nTen Trees Books\nThe Morse Institute Library\nVivilicious Chocolates\n\nIf you would like to view the Martin Luther King\, Jr. Day event\, including the group reading by children\, please click here.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/natick-center-story-walk/
LOCATION:Natick Center
CATEGORIES:Art,Children's Events,Community Events,Cultural Events,Education,Family Friendly,Featured,FREE,Library,Shopping
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T093000
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SUMMARY:W. E. Love Women
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, March 31\, 2026\, to celebrate International Day of the Women at W. E. (Women Entrepreneurs) Love Women! Thank you to The Center for Arts in Natick for hosting us at 8:00 AM. Attendance and breakfast is free\, RSVP is required. RSVP HERE. \n\nGina Gibbs Foster\n\nThe Power of You: Strategic Brand Building for Entrepreneurs \nIn this dynamic talk\, our featured speaker\, Gina Gibbs Foster\, VP of Corporate Communications\, shares practical\, high-impact strategies for building a powerful personal brand as an entrepreneur. Drawing on her executive experience shaping corporate narratives and reputations\, Gina outlines the essential steps to clarifying your value proposition\, defining your audience\, and communicating with consistency and credibility across platforms. She offers actionable tips on elevating your professional presence\, leveraging thought leadership\, and aligning your visual\, verbal\, and digital identity to build trust and influence. Attendees will leave with a clear framework for positioning themselves with confidence and standing out in competitive markets. \n\nLeah Parker-Moldover\n\n\nMeaningful Connections: Building Relationships That Move Your Work Forward\nIn a world that often encourages transactional networking\, purposeful connections can become one of the most powerful drivers of resilience\, opportunity\, and impact. Leah Parker-Moldover\, Executive Director of the MetroWest Nonprofit Network\, will explore how authentic\, values-aligned relationships help women leaders navigate challenges\, expand influence\, and sustain their work over time. Drawing on her experience supporting hundreds of nonprofit and community leaders\, she will share strategies for building networks rooted in generosity\, mutual support\, and shared purpose.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/w-e-love-women/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Cultural Events,Featured,FREE,Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Pieces de Violle: Music of Hume\, De Machy\, & Abel
DESCRIPTION:Come join for an exploration of solo repertoire for viola da gamba–starting with its polyphonic beginnings\, and the “poeticall musicke” of Tobias Hume; its zenith in France with the “pieces de violle” of le Sieur De Machy; and its twilight with the works of Carl Friedrich Abel. This concert will be held at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church\, 39 East Central St.\, Natick\, on April 11th\, at 2 pm. Thomas Conrad\, viol.\n\n$10 suggested donation. For more information\, please contact conrad_thomas@wheatoncollege.edu
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/pieces-de-violle-music-of-hume-de-machy-abel/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Church
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Cultural Events,Music,Performances
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T140000
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SUMMARY:Farm Fest
DESCRIPTION:One of Natick Community Organic Farm’s longstanding annual events (formerly Spring Spectacular)\, this event celebrates everything there is to love about the springtime. Bring your whole family and learn about wool processing or native plants\, enjoy live music and a delicious meal from one of our food trucks\, meet the sheep and play a round of chicken plop bingo! \nWhile you’re here\, visit our annual Seedling Sale\, happening the same day (there is no admission cost to attend the Seedling Sale).
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/farm-fest/
LOCATION:Natick Community Organic Farm
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Cultural Events,Education,Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:Holi Festival
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to celebrate the vibrant multi-cultural spirit of our town during the Holi Festival! Holi (pronounced /holi/; Sanskrit: हो ली Holi) is a delightful spring festival that is joyfully celebrated in the Indian subcontinent. It is popularly known as the “festival of colors” or “festival of love.” \nJoin us for an exciting lineup of activities! You can revel in the festivities with eco-friendly dry powdered colors\, while grooving to the lively Bollywood music that our fabulous DJ has in store for you. Enjoy a Bollywood dance lesson while you attend! \nThe best part? This event is free to attend! However\, if you desire more colors or food\, you can purchase them on-site. \nWe cannot wait to see you at the Holi Festival\, where we will create wonderful memories together! \nRain Date\, May 17 from 2- 4:00 pm. \nLocation: Middlesex Savings Bank Parking Lot along Rt. 135 & Washington St.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/holi-festival-2/
LOCATION:Middlesex Savings Bank Parking Lot\, 6 N Main St\, Natick\, MA\, 01760
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Cultural Events,Family Friendly,Featured,FREE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T130000
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Juneteenth in Natick on Natick Common from 11:00 AM– 1:00 PM. There will be delicious food by Mig’s Dogs\, fun activities\, and musical performances by Drum Nomads\, and more. All are welcome! \nApply to host a booth here. \nLearn more about Juneteenth from the National Museum of African American History & Culture.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/juneteenth/
LOCATION:Natick Common
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Cultural Events,Family Friendly,Featured,FREE,History
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