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  • August 2025

  • Wed 13
    August 13@7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

    VIRTUAL: The History of Contagious Disease Hospitals in Massachusetts

    Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United States

    Often located near poorhouses, asylums, and prisons, contagious disease hospitals reveal how fear of contagion intersected with social reform, nativism, and evolving ideas about poverty and public responsibility.  Historian and author Dr. Katherine M. (Anderson) Benson, MFA, EdD, will take us on a virtual exploration of the complex history of contagious disease hospitals in Massachusetts […]

  • Thu 14
    August 14@7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

    Virtual: Q&A with Author Erica Ridley

    Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United States

        We are excited to chat with fantastic historical romance author, Erica Ridley.  Since it’s right before her new book, A Waltz on the Wild Side, comes out, we can celebrate early!  In addition to her clever, heartwarming novels, like The Perks of Loving a Wallflower, Erica also writes young adult horror and thrillers. What can’t […]

  • Fri 15
    August 15@10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

    Read-a-Story, Dance-a-Story

    Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United States

    Join us on the lawn of the Bacon Free Library for an outdoor dance class. Perfect for young movers and curious minds, this class blends storytelling, dance, and music for a joyful and expressive experience. Recommended for ages 3-8. No dance experience needed – just bring your imagination! This class will be taught by Ms. Ashlie […]

  • Fri 15
    August 15@3:00 PM - 4:15 PM

    Read to a Dog

    Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United States

    New readers can build confidence and practice their reading skills by reading out loud to a registered therapy dog at the Bacon Free Library. Children ages 5 and older can sign up for a 15-minute reading session with Sophie, a gentle golden retriever who loves belly rubs, stories, and cuddles. Registration is required for each […]

  • Mon 18
    August 18@1:30 PM - 4:00 PM Drop-In Plein Air Art Studio

    Drop-In Plein Air Art Studio

    Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United States

    Join Natick landscape artist Barbara Levine this summer for drop-in plein air (outdoors in natural light) painting on the grounds of the Bacon Free Library. All levels of painters, and all mediums are welcome. Supplies will not be provided, so please bring your own equipment including: easels, paints, brushes, any solvents or mediums used, painting […]

  • Tue 19
    August 19@5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

    Juggling Class for Adults

    Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United States

    Come to the Bacon Free Library to learn some basic juggling skills in this fun outdoor class from our neighbors at Eastern Acrobatics! This session is for adults. Registration is required. In case of inclement weather, the program will be held at Eastern Acrobatics (28 Eliot St.).

  • Wed 20
    August 20@7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

    VIRTUAL: George Boutwell – The Most Consequential American Political Figure You’ve Never Heard Of

    Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United States

    Listen in as historian Jeffrey S. Boutwell discusses his new biography, Boutwell: Radical Republican and Champion of Democracy. George S. Boutwell is the most consequential American political figure you’ve probably never heard of.  For seven decades, George Boutwell sought to “redeem America’s promise” through racial equality, economic equity, and the humane use of American power abroad.  […]

  • Fri 22
    August 22@10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Jammin With You

    Jammin With You

    Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 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 […]

  • Mon 25
    August 25@1:30 PM - 4:00 PM Drop-In Plein Air Art Studio

    Drop-In Plein Air Art Studio

    Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United States

    Join Natick landscape artist Barbara Levine this summer for drop-in plein air (outdoors in natural light) painting on the grounds of the Bacon Free Library. All levels of painters, and all mediums are welcome. Supplies will not be provided, so please bring your own equipment including: easels, paints, brushes, any solvents or mediums used, painting […]

  • September 2025

  • Thu 4
    September 4@8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Robin Baratz Oil Paintings

    Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United States

    Robin Baratz creates oil paintings that depict her instinctive connection to natural land and water and to the people. She motors and sails to reach and capture countrysides, harbors, and cityscapes of the United States, Ireland, Scotland, Europe, and Canada on her canvas.  But, no matter what the actual locales, the scenes have broad appeal, […]

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