BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Natick Center Cultural District - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://natickcenter.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Natick Center Cultural District 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:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T173000 DTSTAMP:20260607T081918 CREATED:20260209T181607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T183545Z UID:10007548-1772703000-1772731800@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Art Display: Walnut Hill School for the Arts DESCRIPTION:The Bacon Free Library is honored to host a variety of works from Walnut Hill’s students from January 29th through March 18th.  The students who have contributed art to this show are Ace Ellis\, Anisia Hanlin Cui\, Audrey Kriz\, Ava Thieme\, Cindy Chen\, Ella (YuFan) Zhou\, Elle Stanley\, Elliot Ellie Bible\, Emma Feng\, HuaYi Winnie Wei\, Iris Hamilton\, Jiaman Chloe Sun\, Katelina Viana\, Tsz Mang Lemon Ye\, Winter Aiyue Qiu\, and Yuan Jeong. \nWalnut Hill School for the Arts is an independent boarding and day high school in Natick offering an immersive and intensive educational experience designed for student artists in Grades 9–12\, with a postgraduate gap year also available. \nFor more information on this show\, including bios of the artists\, visit the BFL website. \n  URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflartwh/2026-03-05/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Art,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/WalnutHill-Art.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T120000 DTSTAMP:20260607T081918 CREATED:20260209T175823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T181748Z UID:10007547-1773313200-1773316800@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:History Book Club DESCRIPTION:If you enjoy reading and talking about history\, check out the history book club hosted by the Bacon Free Library and the Natick Historical Society.   Each discussion\, led by the director of the Natick Historical Society\, is held over Zoom\, so you can join from the comfort of your home. \nCopies of each book (regular print\, large print\, & audio) are available to check out from the Bacon Free Library.   Or you may order your own copy if you prefer to pick up at another library. \n  \nThis month\, join us for a virtual discussion of The Boston Massacre: a family history by Serena Zabin. \nAccording to Library Journal\, this book is “A compelling history of the Boston Massacre\, weaving personal stories together to present a comprehensive view of this turning point incident.“ \n  \nFor details on how to attend this virtual meeting via Zoom\, please contact  director@natickhistoricalsociety.org \nThe Zoom link to the discussion will be sent at a later date. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflhistbcmar26/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library CATEGORIES:History,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/HistoryBCMarch26.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T200000 DTSTAMP:20260607T081918 CREATED:20260316T184342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T185746Z UID:10007563-1773860400-1773864000@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:VIRTUAL: Amalia Kussner’s Paintings & The Characters Of The HBO Series "The Gilded Age" DESCRIPTION:Amalia Kussner was one of the preferred artists of Gilded Age New York\, especially in the 1890s when she painted miniature portraits of the elites. Fans of the critically acclaimed HBO series\, The Gilded Age\, will appreciate Kussner’s portraits of several key characters\, including Mrs. Astor\, the reigning matriarch of the social scene and her two daughters; famed actress Lillian Russell; English soprano Marie Tempest; and wealthy socialite Consuelo Vanderbilt.  Kussner even met Ward McAllister\, the arbiter of Gilded Age society. He advised her not to pursue her career as an artist and\, thankfully\, she ignored him. \nIn this program\, author and historical researcher Kathleen Langone will reveal how Kussner’s portraits and interactions with these famous people can provide more insights into their extravagant lives. \nKathleen Langone is the host of the podcast People Hidden In History and the author of the book Miniature Painter Revealed: Amalia Kussner’s Gilded Age Pursuit of Fame and Fortune. \nThis program is held in collaboration with the Bacon Free Library and the Tewksbury Public Library. \n  \nPlease register to receive the Zoom link. \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/akussner326/ CATEGORIES:Art,History,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/AKussner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T173000 DTSTAMP:20260607T081918 CREATED:20260317T172038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T172038Z UID:10007569-1774261800-1774287000@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Karin Rosenthal Photography: Reflections on the Human Journey DESCRIPTION:Photographer Karin Rosenthal’s exhibit Reflections on the Human Journey will be on display at the Bacon Free Library from March 19 to April 29. This exhibit draws from two of her series: In Reflection and Tide Pool.  You can also enjoy this exhibit (with even more of Karin’s photographs) at The Center for Arts in Natick (TCAN) in May. \nKarin’s abstract photographs of nudes in nature have been exhibited internationally\, collected widely\, and reside in 17 museum collections\, including Boston’s MFA\, the Brooklyn Museum\, the International Center of Photography (ICP)\, and the Yale University Art Gallery (YUAG). These photos have won numerous international awards and have been shown and sold at the prestigious Association of International Photography Art Dealers (AIPAD) exposition in NYC. \n  URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflartkr326/2026-03-23/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Art,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/KRosenthal.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T200000 DTSTAMP:20260607T081918 CREATED:20260316T191451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T191628Z UID:10007565-1774465200-1774468800@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:VIRTUAL: Johann Sebastian Bach — A Genius Revived DESCRIPTION:Johann Sebastian Bach is on the Mount Rushmore of the greatest composers who have ever lived. However\, he was not always seen as the musical giant that he is today. Follow the timeline of Bach’s misunderstood life and learn how future composer Felix Mendelssohn revived his reputation and reestablished the legacy of this extraordinary composer. \nIn this incredible music education program\, musician Dan Lupo will chronicle the life and achievements of one of music history’s greatest composers. You’ll be treated to live piano performances along with the discussion. \nDan Lupo is the creator of FiveMinuteMozart.com\, a music education platform with over 2 million views and 20k+ subscribers. \n  \nThis program is held in collaboration with the Bacon Free Library and the Tewksbury Public Library. \nRegister here to receive the Zoom link. \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/bflbach326/ CATEGORIES:Library,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Bach.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T200000 DTSTAMP:20260607T081918 CREATED:20260316T195648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T195801Z UID:10007566-1774551600-1774555200@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:VIRTUAL: Paintings of the American Revolution DESCRIPTION:In celebration of America’s Semiquincentennial\, Mallory Mortillaro presents Paintings of the American Revolution. \nWe all know the story of the Revolutionary War\, but how much of our understanding is colored by the way the war was depicted by artists? Paintings of the American Revolution have been essential in the way that the war was understood\, both at the time of the conflict and for generations after. This lecture will explore well-known paintings such as Emanuel Leutze’s Washington Crossing the Delaware\, John Trumbull’s Declaration of Independence\, and Asher Durand’s The Capture of Major André. \nMallory Mortillaro is an art historian and educator. She has ten years of teaching experience and has worked on various art research projects for museums and organizations in the New York metropolitan area. She studied at Drew University. \nThis program is presented by the Bacon Free Library and will be held over Zoom. Please register to receive the meeting link.  URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflarpaint326/ CATEGORIES:Art,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/PaintAmerRevMM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T201500 DTSTAMP:20260607T081918 CREATED:20260316T201558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T201558Z UID:10007568-1775070000-1775074500@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:VIRTUAL: Behind the Judicial Curtain — Secrets of a Trial Judge DESCRIPTION:Retired Massachusetts Superior Court Justice Dennis Curran will discuss the behind-the-scenes process by which judges make their decisions: how bail is set\, how sentencing decisions are made\, how a criminal trial works\, whether Massachusetts juries are “giving away the store\,” how judges are selected\, the difference between appointed versus elected judges\, how jurors are chosen\, specialty courts (such as drug and gun courts)\, and the challenges of being fair while also adhering to the law. \nDennis J. Curran served as a Massachusetts judge for 16 years\, including in the Superior Court from 2006 to 2018. Prior to his time on the bench\, Curran worked as an Assistant District Attorney and First Assistant Legal Counsel to the Governor\, in addition to work in private practice. A graduate of Boston Latin School\, the University of Pennsylvania\, and the University of Virginia School of Law\, Curran has taught law at Tufts University\, Roger Williams University School of Law\, and Brown University. \nThis program is held in collaboration with the Bacon Free Library and the Tewksbury Public Library. \n  \nRegister here for the Zoom link. \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/bflcurran426/ CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/TrialJudge.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T120000 DTSTAMP:20260607T081918 CREATED:20260330T211812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T211812Z UID:10007576-1775732400-1775736000@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:History Book Club DESCRIPTION:If you enjoy reading and talking about history\, check out the history book club hosted by the Bacon Free Library and the Natick Historical Society.   Each discussion\, led by the director of the Natick Historical Society\, is held over Zoom\, so you can join from the comfort of your home. \nCopies of each book (regular print\, large print\, & audio) are available to check out from the Bacon Free Library.   Or you may order your own copy if you prefer to pick up at another library. \n  \nThis month\, join us for a virtual discussion of A land so strange: the epic journey of Cabeza de Vaca: the extraordinary tale of a shipwrecked Spaniard who walked across America in the sixteenth century by Andrés Reséndez. \n  \n  \nFor details on how to attend this virtual meeting via Zoom\, please contact  director@natickhistoricalsociety.org \nThe Zoom link to the discussion will be sent at a later date. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflhistorybc426/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library CATEGORIES:History,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/historyApril26.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T170000 DTSTAMP:20260607T081918 CREATED:20260317T172038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T172038Z UID:10007571-1776076200-1776099600@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Karin Rosenthal Photography: Reflections on the Human Journey DESCRIPTION:Photographer Karin Rosenthal’s exhibit Reflections on the Human Journey will be on display at the Bacon Free Library from March 19 to April 29. This exhibit draws from two of her series: In Reflection and Tide Pool.  You can also enjoy this exhibit (with even more of Karin’s photographs) at The Center for Arts in Natick (TCAN) in May. \nKarin’s abstract photographs of nudes in nature have been exhibited internationally\, collected widely\, and reside in 17 museum collections\, including Boston’s MFA\, the Brooklyn Museum\, the International Center of Photography (ICP)\, and the Yale University Art Gallery (YUAG). These photos have won numerous international awards and have been shown and sold at the prestigious Association of International Photography Art Dealers (AIPAD) exposition in NYC. \n  URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflartkr326/2026-04-13/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Art,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/KRosenthal.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T200000 DTSTAMP:20260607T081918 CREATED:20260317T180326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T180408Z UID:10007572-1776366000-1776369600@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:VIRTUAL: Laughter Yoga with Robert Rivest DESCRIPTION:Free your laughter with Robert Rivest! Laughter yoga is a fun\, effective way to exercise and socialize while receiving the mind-body health benefits of laughing. Laughter yoga was created in 1995\, when a medical doctor\, Dr. Madan Kataria\, first combined breathing exercises from yoga with improvised laughter exercises. Laughter Yoga has turned into an international health movement that has quickly traveled around the world. \nRobert Rivest is the creator and founder of Wellbeing Laughter and The Rivest Method of Joyful Living. He is an internationally admired performer\, teacher\, and public speaker. Robert is a talented mindfulness & stress relief educator\, an engaging corporate wellness presenter\, a comic mime artist and a gifted laughter yoga master trainer. Since 1990 Robert Rivest has given over 8\,000 presentations in Europe\, Asia\, Africa\, and across the United States. His mission is to use mindfulness\, laughter\, and the performing arts to bring greater health\, happiness\, and joy to individuals and organizations around the world. \nThis program will be held over Zoom. Please register to receive the meeting link. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bfllaughyoga426/ CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/laughteryoga.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T200000 DTSTAMP:20260607T081918 CREATED:20260528T172450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T172450Z UID:10007585-1781118000-1781121600@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Revolutionary War Research Roundtable DESCRIPTION:Have you seen Natick’s Revolutionary War Traveling Memorial? Want to learn more about Natick’s contributions to the Revolutionary War? \nMeet the Research Team behind Natick’s Revolutionary War Traveling Memorial. Hear stories about the 249 men with ties to Natick who enlisted in the war. Did you know that 44 of the soldiers were Indigenous/Black? Learn the tips\, tricks\, and challenges of Revolutionary War Research. \nBring your questions! \nOur Research Team includes: Pam Ellis\, Mia Kheyfetz\, Sean Osborne\, and Fran Weisse. Dr. Brenna Greer is the Project Advisor\, and Niki Lefebvre is the Project Director. \nSign up here. This event is FREE and open to the public. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/revolutionary-war-research-roundtable/ CATEGORIES:Cultural Events,FREE,History,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Original-Post-5-e1779988597912.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR