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SUMMARY:Drop-in Penguin Craft
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Bacon Free Library anytime between 10:00 and 12:00 to make a fun penguin craft. \nNo registration required. All ages are welcome.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/penguincraft125/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250127T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250127T200000
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SUMMARY:Encounters with Killers\, with True Crime Author & Professor of Forensic Psychology Katherine Ramsland (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:In this virtual program\, Dr. Katherine Ramsland will recount her most memorable interactions with serial killers\, and describe how these experiences have shaped her career in forensic psychology.  Notorious criminals A Pied Piper\, two Coed Killers\, a Candy Man’s handyman\, and BTK\, among others\, have left their marks on her research and writing\, both fiction and nonfiction. \nThis program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library and is in collaboration with the Bacon Free Library\, Chelmsford\, Groton\, and Tewksbury Libraries and is in partnership with a multitude of MA & NH libraries. \nPLEASE REGISTER HERE FOR THE ZOOM LINK \n\n\nAbout the Author:\nDr. Katherine Ramsland taught forensic psychology and criminology at DeSales University in Pennsylvania\, where she was the Assistant Provost.  She has appeared as an expert in criminal psychology on more than 250 crime documentaries and magazine shows\, is an executive producer of Murder House Flip\, and has consulted for CSI\, Bones\, and The Alienist.  Katherine has written more than 1\,800 articles and 73 books\, including The Forensic Science of CSI\, The Forensic Psychology of Criminal Minds\, How to Catch a Killer\, The Psychology of Death Investigations\, The Serial Killer’s Apprentice\, and Confession of a Serial Killer: The Untold Story of Dennis Rader\, The BTK Killer.  She was also co-executive producer for the Wolf Entertainment/A&E four-part documentary based on the years she spent talking with Rader.  Katherine consults on death investigations\, pens a blog for Psychology Today\, and is currently writing a fiction series based on a female forensic psychologist who manages a private investigation agency.  Dead-handed is book #3. \nAbout Dead-Handed:\nForensic psychologist Annie Hunter runs the Nut Crackers investigation agency. They accept unique\, twisted\, and complex cases\, including those with paranormal aspects. As an expert\, she performs psychological autopsies and court assessments\, but she can also evaluate a psychic\, exhume a body\, and connect with any forensic expert she might need for her cases. \n\nIf you’d like to purchase a signed copy of Katherine’s book\, you can do so through Aesop’s Fable.  In the comment section of checkout\, note that you would like your book to come with a signed bookplate.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/ramsland125/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T063154
CREATED:20240530T175812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T231407Z
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SUMMARY:Natick Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:The Natick Farmers Market is a year-round program of the Natick Center Cultural District and is open every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm. \n\nVisit natickfarmersmarket.org for current location and vendors. \nSpring and Summer\nNatick Town Common\nThe intersection of Routes 27 and 135\nNatick \n\nFall and Winter\nCommon Street Spiritual Center\n13 Common Street\nNatick
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/natick-farmers-market/2025-01-25/
LOCATION:Natick Common
CATEGORIES:Community Events,FREE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250124T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250124T111500
DTSTAMP:20260406T063154
CREATED:20241217T181554Z
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SUMMARY:Puppet Story Time
DESCRIPTION:Through Me To You Puppetry invites you to join Newton and the gang for some story time fun at the Bacon Free Library! Newton and his puppet friends take turns reading stories and singing songs with the kids. At the end of the show\, the kids are invited to say hi to Newton and even play with some of the puppets during a hands-on free play session. \nAll ages welcome. Registration is required. \n 
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/puppetst125/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T063154
CREATED:20241217T181226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T162059Z
UID:10007141-1737554400-1737558000@natickcenter.org
SUMMARY:In Conversation with Author and Historian Philippa Langley: Finding King Richard III and “The Princes in the Tower” (virtual)
DESCRIPTION: We are looking forward to chatting with author and historical sleuth\, Philippa Langley\, about her book The Princes in the Tower: Solving History’s Greatest Cold Case and her discovery of the grave of King Richard III in 2012. Join us as she discusses her research methods\, her team\, her findings\, and how solving this cold case affects our understanding of the royal monarchy (in the 1500s\, of course). \nThis program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library  and is held in collaboration with the Bacon Free Library\, the Ashland Public Library\, and a multitude of MA Libraries. \n\nPLEASE REGISTER HERE FOR THE ZOOM LINK \n  \n\n\nAbout the Author:\nPhilippa Langley\, MBE is an historian and award-winning producer\, best known for her discovery of Richard III in 2012. She is co-author of the bestselling The Lost King with Michael Jones (first published as The King’s Grave\, John Murray 2013)\, and Finding Richard III\, the official account of her Looking For Richard Project. On the ten-year anniversary of discovering Richard III\, her extraordinary story was released as the internationally acclaimed major feature film\, The Lost King\, directed by Sir Stephen Frears and starring Sally Hawkins. \nIn November 2023\, Philippa once again rewrote the history books in her new work The Princes in the Tower: Solving History’s Greatest Cold Case (The History Press\, UK; Pegasus\, USA). Based on her remarkable new research initiative\, The Missing Princes Project\, its now seven-year investigation revealed the Princes survived to challenge Henry VII\, the first Tudor monarch\, for the throne of England. It has been made into a feature-length Factual Special TV documentary by Channel 4\, PBS in America and SBS in Australia. \n  \nAbout The Missing Princes Project:\nFollowing years of intensive research by Langley and her international team\, she reveals the findings of The Missing Princes Project. Using investigative methodology\, it places the most enduring of mysteries about what happened to the Princes in the Tower under a forensic microscope\, unearthing an astonishing untold story of survival and uncovering remarkable new archival discoveries of proof of life. It is the first time that police cold case investigation analysis has been applied to a centuries-old historical mystery\, leaving no stone unturned\, and the results are extraordinary. \n\n  \nIf you’d like to purchase a signed copy of Philippa’s book\, you can do so through Aesop’s Fable.  In the comment section of checkout\, note that you would like your book to come with a signed bookplate.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/langley125/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:History,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T110000
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CREATED:20250102T154004Z
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SUMMARY:MLK Jr. Day Service Opportunity - Fill the Van!
DESCRIPTION:Help SPARK Kindness “Fill the Van” for the Natick Service Council on MLK Day! \nWe encourage community members and event attendees of Natick’s 20th Annual MLK Day Community Celebration to bring donations to help fill the van. Items can be dropped off on Monday\, Jan. 20th from 9:00-11:00am at Natick High School. \nItems needed include (unopened\, not expired): \n\npeanut butter & jelly\ncanned foods (tuna\, beans\, etc.)\npasta & sauce\nsoups\njuice\ncereal\nsoap (bars)\nand toothpaste\n\n 
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/mlk-jr-day-service-opportunity-fill-the-van/
LOCATION:Natick High School
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T110000
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CREATED:20250102T153131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T153131Z
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SUMMARY:Natick’s 20th Annual MLK Day Community Celebration
DESCRIPTION:For community members of all ages! In person\, with options to view the program virtually! \nCelebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. and his legacy that inspires and empowers us all. Our program will feature performances from student groups\, Middle School MLK Day Creative Contest winners\, community leaders and partners\, Interfaith Clergy representatives\, a moving and interactive keynote from Jamele and Amy Adams\, and more! \nJoin us immediately before the program at 9:00am for a Community Connection Event\, including special MLK Day activities for all ages\, and time to meet student groups\, community organizations\, neighbors and friends. Free refreshments for all guests will be provided by Starbucks! Our MLK Day program will begin promptly at 10am. \nCan’t join us in person? You can livestream the program through Natick Pegasus or watch through Natick Community Television channels: RCN 3\, Comcast 99\, and Verizon 29 beginning at 10am. Visit https://tinyurl.com/NatickMLKDay2025 for more information about this special community event.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/naticks-20th-annual-mlk-day-community-celebration/
LOCATION:Natick High School
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Family Friendly,FREE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T063154
CREATED:20240530T175812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T231407Z
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SUMMARY:Natick Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:The Natick Farmers Market is a year-round program of the Natick Center Cultural District and is open every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm. \n\nVisit natickfarmersmarket.org for current location and vendors. \nSpring and Summer\nNatick Town Common\nThe intersection of Routes 27 and 135\nNatick \n\nFall and Winter\nCommon Street Spiritual Center\n13 Common Street\nNatick
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/natick-farmers-market/2025-01-18/
LOCATION:Natick Common
CATEGORIES:Community Events,FREE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250117T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250117T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T063154
CREATED:20241217T175731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T175813Z
UID:10007140-1737109800-1737111600@natickcenter.org
SUMMARY:Jammin with You
DESCRIPTION:Be prepared to laugh\, dance\, sing\, and jam your way through 30 minutes of non-stop family fun at the Bacon Free Library! 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. \n  \nRegistration is required due to space limitations. \n  \n \nSponsored by Middlesex Savings Bank
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/jammin11725/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T063154
CREATED:20241217T175254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T195811Z
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SUMMARY:How Birds Created the World and other stories from “The Complete Language of Birds” with Author Randi Minetor (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:We’re very excited to chat with author and journalist Randi Minetor who\, with her photographer husband Nic\, has visited 354 (out of 429) National Parks! All of their travels have inspired one of Randi’s books\, The Complete Language Of Birds. In this program\, Randi will discuss her latest book\, birds and their evolution\, and (hopefully) some of her travels.\n\n\n\n\nThis program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library and held in collaboration with the Bacon Free Library\, the Ashland Public Library\, and several NH and MA libraries. \n\nPLEASE REGISTER HERE FOR THE ZOOM LINK. \n\n\n\n  \nAbout the Author:\n\nBorn and raised in Rochester\, NY\, Randi Minetor discovered the backcountry wonders of America’s national parks in 1992 with her husband\, photographer/lighting designer Nic Minetor. That first trip changed her life\, and by 2000\, the Minetors had pledged to see all 391 (now 429) national parks in their lifetimes. They found a way to subsidize this passion in 2006\, when they began writing and photographing books on the parks for The Globe Pequot Press (now Rowman & Littlefield). Today Randi has written more than 90 books\, including seven books in the nonfiction Death in the National Parks series\, ten hiking guides in New York State\, several bird-finding guides\, and even reference books on health topics. To date\, they have visited 354 national parks. In addition\, Nic’s photography appears in eight Quick Reference Guides to the Birds\, Trees\, and Wildflowers of New York City and New York State\, and The Trees and Wildflowers of the Mid-Atlantic States. The Minetors live in Rochester\, NY. \n  \nAbout The Complete Language of Birds:\n\nIf you’re a nature lover who thrives on bird videos and photography\, go beyond the scope of standard field guides with this comprehensive reference. Each entry of The Complete Language of Birds provides not only the bird’s name and physical qualities\, but also its history\, symbolic meanings\, and hidden properties from mythology\, legends\, and folklore. \n\n\nIf you’d like to purchase a signed copy of Randi’s book\, you can do so through Aesop’s Fable.  In the comment section of checkout\, note that you would like your book to come with a signed bookplate. \n 
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/minetor125/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T123000
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CREATED:20241217T174342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T174342Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Sowing
DESCRIPTION:Winter sowing is a simple way to start seeds outdoors during the wintertime. All you need is a milk jug\, potting soil\, seeds\, and a sunny\, protected location. Once you’ve sown your seeds\, you can practically forget about them until it is time to transplant the seedlings into your spring garden bed. \nAt this workshop\, hosted by the Bacon Free Library\, you’ll learn all about this process while creating your own winter sowing jug. \nAll supplies will be provided in the workshop.  Registration is required.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/winter-sowing125/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T063154
CREATED:20241217T173952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T195303Z
UID:10007137-1736589600-1736593200@natickcenter.org
SUMMARY:Français à la bibliothèque
DESCRIPTION:BONJOUR !\n\nVous parlez français ? \nun peu\, beaucoup\, pas de problèmes. \nVenez nous rejoindre pour parler ou pour écouter.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/french125/2025-01-11/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural Events,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T110000
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CREATED:20241217T164707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241231T230417Z
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SUMMARY:Art Across the Globe
DESCRIPTION:Watch & learn from Artist Dr. Avijit Majumder \nWhat to expect: \n\nTo get the best out of the demo\, we recommend that you listen and observe the instructions during the workshop and paint the artwork later.\nMeet the artist.\nQ&A session with the artists.\nAccess the workshop video for 3-weeks and complete your artwork.\nShare your artwork with fellow participants and the organizers.\n\nSponsored by Natick Center Cultural District and facilitated by Artsy Way of Life. \n  \nReserve your spot today!
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/art-across-the-globe/
CATEGORIES:Arts Classes and Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T063154
CREATED:20240530T175812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T231407Z
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SUMMARY:Natick Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:The Natick Farmers Market is a year-round program of the Natick Center Cultural District and is open every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm. \n\nVisit natickfarmersmarket.org for current location and vendors. \nSpring and Summer\nNatick Town Common\nThe intersection of Routes 27 and 135\nNatick \n\nFall and Winter\nCommon Street Spiritual Center\n13 Common Street\nNatick
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/natick-farmers-market/2025-01-11/
LOCATION:Natick Common
CATEGORIES:Community Events,FREE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T111500
DTSTAMP:20260406T063154
CREATED:20241217T172906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T172906Z
UID:10007136-1736505000-1736507700@natickcenter.org
SUMMARY:Music & Movement with Walnut Hill
DESCRIPTION:The Bacon Free Library is happy to welcome Miss Katie from the Community Theater Academy at Walnut Hill School for the Arts for some music and movement.  This program emphasizes the bond between children and their caregivers\, while enriching their musical\, cognitive\, and physical development.  Participants will enjoy simple rhythmic patterns\, dances\, and activities. Instruments like rhythm sticks\, bells\, shakers\, and drums are used\, as well as scarves\, balls\, bubbles\, and more. \nThis program is geared toward children ages 6 months to 4 years. Registration is required. \nSponsored by the Community Theater Academy at Walnut Hill School for the Arts
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/musicwh125/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T063154
CREATED:20241217T163222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T194636Z
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SUMMARY:Q&A with Author Erica Cirino: Healthy Plastic-Free Pregnancy and Parenting (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Erica Cirino\, author of Thicker Than Water: The Quest for Solutions to the Plastic Crisis\, joins us to help new parents (and all concerned!) with reducing plastic in their lives as they also welcome new life into their homes.  Plastic pollution is particularly harmful to unborn babies\, infants\, and children due to their rapidly growing bodies. Unfortunately\, plastic is almost everywhere and can feel particularly unavoidable when pregnant and parenting. Yet there are many simple steps you can take to minimize your family’s exposure to plastics.\n\nBy providing evidence-based solutions\, practical tips\, and resources to make change\, Erica will show us how to eliminate plastics from pregnancy and parenting.\n\n\n\n  \nThis program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library and in partnership with the Bacon Free Library and a multitude of MA & NH libraries. \n\nPLEASE REGISTER HERE FOR THE ZOOM LINK. \nThis program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. \n  \nAbout the Author:\nErica Cirino is a science writer and artist exploring the intersection of the human and nonhuman worlds. Her widely published photojournalistic works depict the numerous ways people connect to nature—wild creatures in particular—and shape planet earth. \n\n\n  \n\n\nAbout Thicker Than Water (according to Island Press):\nMuch of what you’ve heard about plastic pollution may be wrong. Instead of a great island of trash\, the infamous Great Pacific Garbage Patch is made up of manmade debris spread over hundreds of miles of sea—more like a soup than a floating garbage dump. Recycling is more complicated than we were taught: less than nine percent of the plastic we create is reused\, and the majority ends up in the ocean. And plastic pollution isn’t confined to the open ocean: it’s in much of the air we breathe and the food we eat. \nIn Thicker Than Water: The Quest for Solutions to the Plastic Crisis\, journalist Erica Cirino brings readers on a globe-hopping journey to meet the scientists and activists telling the real story of the plastic crisis. From the deck of a plastic-hunting sailboat with a disabled engine\, to the labs doing cutting-edge research on microplastics and the chemicals we ingest\, Cirino paints a full picture of how plastic pollution is threatening wildlife and human health. Thicker Than Water reveals that the plastic crisis is also a tale of environmental injustice\, as poorer nations take in a larger share of the world’s trash\, and manufacturing chemicals threaten predominantly Black and low-income communities. \nThere is some hope on the horizon\, with new laws banning single-use items and technological innovations to replace plastic in our lives. But Cirino shows that we can only fix the problem if we face its full scope and begin to repair our throwaway culture. Thicker Than Water is an eloquent call to reexamine the systems churning out waves of plastic waste. \n  \nIf you’d like to purchase a signed copy of Erica’s book\, you can do so through Aesop’s Fable. In the comment section of checkout\, note that you would like your book to come with a signed bookplate. \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/cirino125/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250104T111500
DTSTAMP:20260406T063154
CREATED:20241217T162229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T173117Z
UID:10007133-1735984800-1735989300@natickcenter.org
SUMMARY:Read to a Dog
DESCRIPTION:Kids can build confidence and practice their reading skills by reading out loud to a registered therapy dog at the Bacon Free Library. \nChildren 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. \nRegistration is required for each child attending.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/read-to-a-dog/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250104T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250104T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T063154
CREATED:20240530T175812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T231407Z
UID:10006742-1735981200-1735995600@natickcenter.org
SUMMARY:Natick Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:The Natick Farmers Market is a year-round program of the Natick Center Cultural District and is open every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm. \n\nVisit natickfarmersmarket.org for current location and vendors. \nSpring and Summer\nNatick Town Common\nThe intersection of Routes 27 and 135\nNatick \n\nFall and Winter\nCommon Street Spiritual Center\n13 Common Street\nNatick
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/natick-farmers-market/2025-01-04/
LOCATION:Natick Common
CATEGORIES:Community Events,FREE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250103T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250103T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T063154
CREATED:20241217T161949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T161949Z
UID:10007132-1735900200-1735902000@natickcenter.org
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. \nRegistration is required due to space limitations. \n  \n \nSponsored by Middlesex Savings Bank
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/jammin1325/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Library
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241230T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241230T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T063154
CREATED:20241105T180318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T180318Z
UID:10007126-1735567200-1735572600@natickcenter.org
SUMMARY:Clay Melted Snowman Craft
DESCRIPTION:Embrace the fun of winter with this class at the Bacon Free Library led by Pop Up Art School! Create a whimsical melted snowman using air-dry clay\, and bring your piece to life with vibrant acrylic paints—all in one session. You’ll leave the class with a completed\, playful winter decoration that’s ready to display. \nThis program is designed for kids and teens ages 8 and up. Registration is required for each participant. \n 
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/meltcraft1224/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Library
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241228T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241228T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T063154
CREATED:20241105T175751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T175855Z
UID:10007125-1735387200-1735390800@natickcenter.org
SUMMARY:Instrument Petting Zoo
DESCRIPTION:The Bacon Free Library is partnering with Bach to Rock (B2R) in Wellesley to bring you this instrument petting zoo. B2R will bring a variety of musical instruments to the BfL for 60 minutes of instrument exploration to give people of all ages a chance to learn about instruments and experience playing them. \nPlease stop by to try out an instrument\, or two\, that you’re curious about. \nNo registration required.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/ipz1224/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Library
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241228T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241228T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T063154
CREATED:20240530T175812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T231407Z
UID:10006741-1735376400-1735390800@natickcenter.org
SUMMARY:Natick Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:The Natick Farmers Market is a year-round program of the Natick Center Cultural District and is open every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm. \n\nVisit natickfarmersmarket.org for current location and vendors. \nSpring and Summer\nNatick Town Common\nThe intersection of Routes 27 and 135\nNatick \n\nFall and Winter\nCommon Street Spiritual Center\n13 Common Street\nNatick
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/natick-farmers-market/2024-12-28/
LOCATION:Natick Common
CATEGORIES:Community Events,FREE
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/NatickFarmersMarket.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241227T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241227T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T063154
CREATED:20241105T175542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T175542Z
UID:10007124-1735295400-1735299000@natickcenter.org
SUMMARY:Playful Engineers -- Chain Reactions & Creative Contraptions
DESCRIPTION:Bring your kiddo to the Bacon Free Library for hands-on\, play-based\, STEAM-powered learning with Playful Engineers! \nIn this program\, kids will design\, build\, test\, and play with chain reactions and creative contraptions\, like Rube Goldberg machines\, paper constructions\, domino towers\, and more. \nThis program is designed for kids ages 5 and up. Registration is required for each child attending. \n 
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/pe1224/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Library,STEM
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241225
DTSTAMP:20260406T063154
CREATED:20241016T154258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T125031Z
UID:10007117-1734825600-1735084799@natickcenter.org
SUMMARY:2024 Holiday Hustle
DESCRIPTION:December 20 to 24 \n  \nSHOP LOCAL! Enjoy holiday specials like these from participating member businesses downtown: \nFive Crows Gallery and Handcrafted Gifts   20% OFF framed wall art and quilts! Holiday Hours: Mon. – Fri 11 – 7:00 pm\, Sat. 10 – 5:00 pm Sun. 11 – 4:00 pm\, Christmas Eve 11 – 3 pm \nCalliope Paperie  40% off all Christmas items!  Christmas Eve from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm \n\n43 Main St. Studios  Unique designs make perfect gifts! \n\nTen Trees Books  No-cost gift wrapping! Extended Holiday Hours: 9 am – 8 pm \nBaylee Bee Surprise discounts every day! Mon-Saturday 10- 7:00\, Sunday 12-7:00 \nStucchi Jewelers NO APPOINTMENTS NECESSARY! Holiday Hours: 10-7pm. Christmas Eve 10-3:00pm \n\nMetro Pets   10% off Christmas and Hanukkah toys! Hours 10 – 6:00 pm daily!  \nVivilicious Chocolates  Sweet gifts\, artfully handcrafted in chocolate! Mon – Fri. 12-7pm; Sat 9-5pm\, Sun. 10-5pm\, and Christmas Eve – 9-2 \nBoston Body Pilates  Gift card sale – $25 for every $100 spent. \nPlanted Collective  Plant-inspired gifts!  December 20-24 open from 10 to 7 pm \nUni – T   Get 10% OFF any single item by mentioning this offer in store! \nVillari’s Martial Arts  Sign up in December for $20!
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/2024-holiday-hustle/
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,FREE,Shopping
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241221T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T063154
CREATED:20240530T175812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T231407Z
UID:10006740-1734771600-1734786000@natickcenter.org
SUMMARY:Natick Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:The Natick Farmers Market is a year-round program of the Natick Center Cultural District and is open every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm. \n\nVisit natickfarmersmarket.org for current location and vendors. \nSpring and Summer\nNatick Town Common\nThe intersection of Routes 27 and 135\nNatick \n\nFall and Winter\nCommon Street Spiritual Center\n13 Common Street\nNatick
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/natick-farmers-market/2024-12-21/
LOCATION:Natick Common
CATEGORIES:Community Events,FREE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T063154
CREATED:20241007T183409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T174544Z
UID:10007122-1734690600-1734692400@natickcenter.org
SUMMARY:Jammin with You
DESCRIPTION:Be prepared to laugh\, dance\, sing\, and jam your way through 30 minutes of non-stop family fun at the Bacon Free Library! 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. \nWith the cooler weather\, we have moved this program indoors. Registration is required due to space limitations. \n  \n \nSponsored by Middlesex Savings Bank
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/jamnov1524/2024-12-20/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Library
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/JamminWithYou.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T063154
CREATED:20240530T175812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T231407Z
UID:10006739-1734166800-1734181200@natickcenter.org
SUMMARY:Natick Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:The Natick Farmers Market is a year-round program of the Natick Center Cultural District and is open every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm. \n\nVisit natickfarmersmarket.org for current location and vendors. \nSpring and Summer\nNatick Town Common\nThe intersection of Routes 27 and 135\nNatick \n\nFall and Winter\nCommon Street Spiritual Center\n13 Common Street\nNatick
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/natick-farmers-market/2024-12-14/
LOCATION:Natick Common
CATEGORIES:Community Events,FREE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T063154
CREATED:20241007T204025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T204154Z
UID:10007113-1734001200-1734015600@natickcenter.org
SUMMARY:Brack Career Center Walk In Hours
DESCRIPTION:Drop in during our Walk In Hours and meet with a mentor to talk about your job search\, resume\, and general employment goals. \nWhether you are just starting to think about a change\, or you have been searching for some time\, we have professionals to help you discuss your employment goals. \nCome visit us at the Brack Career Develpment Center to get help on resume writing and review\, LinkedIn profiles\, job search advice\, interview tips\, and more. Open to all Natick residents at no cost! \nIf you have a resume make sure to bring that along. And do not stress if you don’t have one!
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/brack-career-center-walk-in-hours-8/2024-12-12/
LOCATION:Natick Service Council\, 2 Webster St.\, Natick\, MA\, 01760
CATEGORIES:FREE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T063154
CREATED:20241105T174956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T185729Z
UID:10007123-1733846400-1733850000@natickcenter.org
SUMMARY:Food Explorers -- Spring Rolls
DESCRIPTION:Join Food Explorers for a delicious cooking program at the Bacon Free Library! \nYou’ll be making spring rolls with a Registered Dietitian. Learn how to soak and wrap your spring rolls and fill with an assortment of fresh veggies\, rice noodles\, and soy sauce. The recipe is nut free but will contain soy. \nThis in-person cooking class is for ages 16 and older. Registration is required. \n 
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/foodexp1224/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Library
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/foodexplorer-e1730829058462.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T063154
CREATED:20241016T153114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T184827Z
UID:10007116-1733580000-1733594400@natickcenter.org
SUMMARY:2024 Holiday Stroll and Holiday Tree Lightning
DESCRIPTION:STROLL\, SHOP\, AND ENJOY THE LIGHTS IN NATICK CENTER! \nEvents on Natick Common: \nCome celebrate the season with Natick Recreation and Parks Department from  2-4:45pm! Enjoy a festive afternoon filled with holiday crafts\, fun games\, and special performances. Santa will be visiting Natick’s elementary schools on his fire truck from 2:45 to 4:45 and he’ll return to the Common at 4:45 to light the tree.  MORE DETAILS HERE \nBach to Rock  will be hosting an Instrument Petting Zoo from 2 to 3pm. \nEmpire Dance Company Join us on the Common from 3 to 3:30PM as we prepare for the holiday season with a festive performance! Offering free trials through January 31\, 2025. empiredancecompanyma@gmail.com (508) 397-2219 \n  \nMain Street and Beyond: \n SHOP LOCAL! Enjoy holiday specials like these from participating shops and restaurants downtown: \n\n\nBaylee Bee  Visit to find that perfect holiday outfit\, have your photo taken with Santa’s Elf\, and get 20% off all apparel! \n\nFive Crows Gallery & Handcrafted Gifts  20% OFF all Wall Art & Quilts over $30! \nDates and Olives  Dining inspired from Eastern Mediterranean cuisine\, keeping foods delicious fresh and nutritious in a vibrant ambience. \nPaper Fiesta  Shop for the holidays and enjoy Free Balloon Twisting from 2 to 5pm with Jonah’s Twisters! \nPlanted Collective  New store offering a curated selection of plant-inspired decor\, gifts\, and beautiful house plants. \n\nTen Trees Books will be giving away a canvas store tote with each purchase over $100. \nTCAN  Come see ELF on the big screen at 2pm! Free popcorn to anyone who mentions the Holiday Stroll!   \n\n\nUni – T Enjoy a 10% discount on any single item when you mention this promo. \nVivilicious Chocolates Truffles – turtles – hot chocolate – teas and coffees\, complimentary samples – perks and gift sets! \n\n\nFirst Congregational Church – Enjoy caroling with accompaniment from young musicians and a living crèche from 3 – 4:30 on the Front Porch of First Congregational Church of Natick. \n\n\n 
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/2024-holiday-stroll-and-holiday-tree-lightning/
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Shopping
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