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SUMMARY:Virtual: We Were Always Here: Uncovering queer history in every era
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Program – REGISTER HERE \nFrom the Friends of Dorothy to Boston marriages\, LGBTQIA+ people have been living as their authentic queer selves in every era\, in every culture. \nGenderqueer inclusion consultant\, Ali Kane (she/they) will share queer stories from the 1600s to the 1960s. From these accounts\, you will gain a glimpse into queer lives throughout history\, as well as explore how these truths were uncovered and strategies for preserving queer history today. Through case studies\, you will learn how historians continue to grapple with validating these experiences within 21st Century understanding of identity\, gender\, and family. \nThis Pride Month event is sponsored by the Friends of the Joshua Hyde Public Library and presented in collaboration with the Charlton Public Library\, the Jacob Edwards Library in Southbridge\, the Bacon Free Library\, and other Massachusetts libraries.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflalwayshere26/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T143000
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SUMMARY:Flying High Dogs
DESCRIPTION:The Bacon Free Library is happy to host the dynamic and thrilling Flying High Dogs! \nTrainer Mike and his four flying high Frisbee dogs are world record holders & multiple-time world finalists in K9 Frisbee.  Mike has appeared on Animal Planet\, ESPN\, commercials\, & magazines\, & has performed for the NFL\, NBA\, minor league baseball\, music festivals\, fairs\, camps\, schools\, libraries\, private events\, parties\, and more.  Their show is educational\, interactive\, dynamic\, family oriented\, & lots of fun.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflflydogs626/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T173000
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SUMMARY:MLN Library Crawl
DESCRIPTION:It’s Library Crawl week in the Minuteman Library Network. Each library offers a unique stamp to collect! \nHow many libraries can you explore? Check out all of the libraries participating in the crawl for a chance to win the grand prize!
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflcrawl26/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library
CATEGORIES:Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T183000
DTSTAMP:20260727T170627Z
CREATED:20260727T170627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T170627Z
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SUMMARY:Stacey Peasley Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the lawn of the BFL for a family-friendly summer concert! \nWith “energetic beats\, catchy melodies\, and soaring vocals\,” Stacey Peasley’s music and performances have been gathering accolades and fans for over a decade!
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflspeasley826/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Library,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T110000
DTSTAMP:20260727T181924Z
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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\, so bring a blanket or chairs.  In case of rainy or cold weather (under 45 degrees)\, it will be rescheduled. \n 
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bfljam8726/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T110000
DTSTAMP:20260727T181924Z
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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\, so bring a blanket or chairs.  In case of rainy or cold weather (under 45 degrees)\, it will be rescheduled. \n 
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bfljam8726/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T190000
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SUMMARY:Know Your Neighbor Community Cider Social
DESCRIPTION:Join your neighbors on the lawn of the Bacon Free Library for a cozy autumn afternoon at our Know You Neighbor: Community Cider Social. \n\n\nAre you new to the area\, or simply looking to connect with your neighbors? Over the past few weeks\, we have had many fresh faces stop by the library looking for ways to learn about our wonderful town and get to know the people who live here.\n\n\n\n\nAs your cozy neighborhood library\, we pride ourselves on being a warm\, welcoming space for everyone. This gathering is the perfect opportunity to tap into our close-knit community spirit and give a hearty welcome to our newest neighbors.\n\n\n\nNo registration is required.\n\n\n\n\n\nCome enjoy delicious cider\, share local tips\, and make new friends in a relaxed\, friendly setting. Whether you have lived here for decades or just moved in this month\, we cannot wait to see you there!
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflcider1026/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Family Friendly,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T190000
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SUMMARY:Virtual – Haunted Lighthouses of New England
DESCRIPTION:Lighthouses and ghost stories seem to go hand in hand.  Join us as Jeremy D’Entremont\, the president and historian of the American Lighthouse Foundation\, shares spine-tingling stories of things that go bump–or splash–in the night. \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.** \nPlease register on the Bacon Free Library website. 
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bfllighthouse1026/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:History,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T190000
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SUMMARY:Art Display: Faces in Color by Sharif Muhammad
DESCRIPTION:Faces in Color\, Sharif Muhammad’s vibrant exhibit of acrylics on canvas and canvas prints will be on display at the Bacon Free Library from October 22nd through December 8th.  This collection will also be on display in an accessible location at TCAN in May of 2027. \n  \nSharif Muhammad’s artistic purpose is to represent\, empower\, uplift\, glorify and convey the emotions of Black and Brown people living in America. He uses art as an instrument to highlight the beauty of Black and Brown people and to unpack the spectrum of feelings derived from their experiences. \n  \n 
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflsmuhammad1026/2026-10-27/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library
CATEGORIES:Art,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261102T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261102T200000
DTSTAMP:20261020T174740Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual – Shannon McKenna Schmidt Discusses “The First Lady of World War II”
DESCRIPTION:The First Lady of World War II: Eleanor Roosevelt’s Daring Journey to the Frontlines and Back  is the first book to tell the full story of Eleanor Roosevelt’s unprecedented and courageous trip to the Pacific Theater during World War II.  Join author Shannon McKenna Schmidt on Zoom as she discusses how Roosevelt’s trip impacted the war effort\, the world\, and Eleanor herself. It’s guaranteed to be a fascinating conversation. \n  \n**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Please register to receive a Zoom link**
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflsschmidt1126/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:History,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T173000
DTSTAMP:20261020T171433Z
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SUMMARY:Art Display: Faces in Color by Sharif Muhammad
DESCRIPTION:Faces in Color\, Sharif Muhammad’s vibrant exhibit of acrylics on canvas and canvas prints will be on display at the Bacon Free Library from October 22nd through December 8th.  This collection will also be on display in an accessible location at TCAN in May of 2027. \n  \nSharif Muhammad’s artistic purpose is to represent\, empower\, uplift\, glorify and convey the emotions of Black and Brown people living in America. He uses art as an instrument to highlight the beauty of Black and Brown people and to unpack the spectrum of feelings derived from their experiences. \n  \n 
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflsmuhammad1026/2026-11-12/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library
CATEGORIES:Art,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261205T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261205T133000
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SUMMARY:Art Display: Faces in Color by Sharif Muhammad
DESCRIPTION:Faces in Color\, Sharif Muhammad’s vibrant exhibit of acrylics on canvas and canvas prints will be on display at the Bacon Free Library from October 22nd through December 8th.  This collection will also be on display in an accessible location at TCAN in May of 2027. \n  \nSharif Muhammad’s artistic purpose is to represent\, empower\, uplift\, glorify and convey the emotions of Black and Brown people living in America. He uses art as an instrument to highlight the beauty of Black and Brown people and to unpack the spectrum of feelings derived from their experiences. \n  \n 
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflsmuhammad1026/2026-12-05/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library
CATEGORIES:Art,Library
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