BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Natick Center Cultural District - ECPv6.15.19//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Natick Center Cultural District 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:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T110000 DTSTAMP:20260407T180349 CREATED:20231219T173357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T173357Z UID:10005985-1706349600-1706353200@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Art Across the Globe DESCRIPTION:The first in a 5-Part Series is a Kalighat Patachitra Workshop. Sign up HERE! \nWatch Avijit Majumder\, an artist in India\, create artwork  – LIVE!! \n\nMeet the Artist\nQ&A session with the Artist\nAccess the workshop video for 3-weeks and complete your artwork\nShare your artwork with fellow participants and the organizers\n\nSign up for the EVENT here. \n  \nAdditional Workshops! \n\n\n\nOdisha Patachitra – Feb. 24\, 10 am EST\, 8:30 pm IST \nTikuli Art\, Mar. 23\, 10 am EST\, 7:30 pm IST \nMidnapur Patachitra – April 20\, 10 am EST\, 7:30 pm IST \nGond art\, May 11\, 10 am EST\, 7:30 pm IST \n  \n\n\n\nSponsored by NCCD and facilitated by Artsy Way Of Life URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/art-across-the-globe-2/ CATEGORIES:Arts Classes and Education,Cultural Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Art-Across-the-Globe-2023.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T163000 DTSTAMP:20260407T180349 CREATED:20231219T175353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T180255Z UID:10005987-1706344200-1706373000@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Two-day Winter Book\, Bake\, and Music Sale DESCRIPTION:It’s cold outside! Want to curl up with a good book? \nThe Friends of the Morse Institute Library is hosting its winter two-day book and music sale on Saturday\, January 27 (8:30-4:30) and Sunday\, January 28 (12:00-3:00). You’ll find a wide range of well-sorted good condition used books on the lower level\, our legendary bake sale in the main lobby\, and CDs and vinyl on sale on the first floor in the Morse Room. Adult books are $1\, and books for children\, tweens\, and teens are $0.50\, \nSale tables are restocked throughout the weekend and credit cards are accepted for purchases of $5 or more. Proceeds from all sales go to support the Morse Institute Library. Visit us at www.morsefriends.org. \nCan’t make the January sale? Shop the selection at the Book Nook\, the Friends’ little book store in the library lobby whenever the library is open. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/two-day-winter-book-bake-and-music-sale/2024-01-27/ LOCATION:Morse Institute Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Book-sale-flyer-2024-01-two-day_11x17.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T130000 DTSTAMP:20260407T180349 CREATED:20240109T142435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T142435Z UID:10006641-1706097600-1706101200@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Intro to AI for Job Search - Virtual DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT for job exploration? During this session\, you will see how this cutting edge technology can “partner” with you on your journey. From identifying possible career paths to crafting a standout resume and preparing for interviews\, AI tools can be a career companion. \nUse this link to register for the virtual seminar: bit.ly/aibracksearch URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/intro-to-ai-for-job-search-virtual/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:FREE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2023-Intro-to-AI-for-Job-Search-e1704809509794.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T150000 DTSTAMP:20260407T180349 CREATED:20231227T144033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231227T144033Z UID:10005990-1705575600-1705590000@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Brack Career Center Walk In Hours DESCRIPTION:The Brack Career Center is open to all Natick residents\, free of charge\, for job search support. Drop in during our monthly Walk In hours to meet with a mentor to talk about your resume and job search. Whether you’re just starting to think about a change or you’ve been searching for some time we have professionals to help you discuss your employment goals. If you have a resume make sure to bring that along. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/brack-career-center-walk-in-hours/ LOCATION:Natick Service Council\, 2 Webster St.\, Natick\, MA\, 01760 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Brack-Career-Center-Walk-In.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T183000 DTSTAMP:20260407T180349 CREATED:20231205T194355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T194355Z UID:10005981-1705426200-1705429800@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Mass Audubon’s The Nature of Winter with Doug Lowry (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:The nature of Massachusetts is filled with seasonal mysteries waiting to be uncovered. Have you ever wondered which animal left tracks in the snow? What happens to pond animals under a layer of ice? Or what trees are lining the trails on your winter walks? This online program hosted by the Bacon Free Library will introduce the seasonal dynamics of nature in winter\, and provide ideas and resources for observing\, appreciating\, and supporting wildlife near home this winter. \nDoug Lowry is the Senior Teacher/Naturalist for Mass Audubon’s South East Region\, Senior Field Instructor for the National Outdoor Leadership School\, and a Master Educator for the Leave No Trace program. He has spent over 3\,000 days on wilderness expeditions and is a grateful student of life-long bird study.\n\nThis program will be held over Zoom. Please register on the Bacon Free Library website to receive the program link. \nImage by Jörg Vieli from Pixabay URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflaudwinter124/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/snowtrees.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240115T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240115T230000 DTSTAMP:20260407T180349 CREATED:20231221T193019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231227T172819Z UID:10005989-1705312800-1705359600@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Martin Luther King Jr.\, Community Celebration DESCRIPTION:Natick’s 19th Annual MLK Day Community Celebration \nMonday\, January 15th from 10am-12pm at Natick High School\, 15 West Street\, Natick \nFor community members of all ages! In person\, with options to view the program virtually! Celebrate 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 and High School MLK Day Creative Contest winners\, community leaders and partners\, Interfaith Clergy representatives\, a moving keynote\, and more! We hope you will join us immediately following the program (at 11:00am) for a Community Connection Event\, including special MLK Day activities for all ages\, and time to meet student groups\, community organizations\, neighbors and friends. \nYou can live stream the program through Natick Pegasus – www.natickpegasus.org/ or watch through Natick Community Television channels: RCN 3\, Comcast 99\, and Verizon 29. Visit www.tinyurl.com/NatickMLKDay2024 for more information about this special community event. \nHelp us Fill the Van! Donate a non-perishable pantry item to the Natick Service Council on MLK Day. We encourage community members and event attendees to bring donations to help Fill the Van! Items can be dropped off on Monday\, Jan. 15th from 9:30am-Noon at Natick High School. \nAlt text:  The top half is a light grey rectangle with black outline style portrait of Martin Luther King\, Jr. on the left third of the frame. On the right is the text: Natick’s 19th Annual\, Martin Luther King\, Jr. Community Celebration. Under is a white rectangle with black text: Natick High School 10am\, Livestream via Natick Pegasus. To the right is a blue box containing black text: January 15\, 2024 The middle is a light blue rectangle background with the black text: Celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. and his legacy that inspires and empowers us all in this program featuring student performances\, community leaders\, and more! Visit tinyurl.com/NatickMLKDay2024 for updates and details! Below that on a white background is: Special Thanks to Our Event Partners! and logos for the Greater Natick Interfaith Leaders Association\, SPARK Kindness\, METCO\, Natick for Black Lives Matter\, the Natick Board of Health\, Natick Pegasus\, Natick 180\, the Natick Center Cultural District\, the Natick Public Schools\, Natick Is United\, the Town of Natick\, and the Walnut Hill School for the Arts. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/martin-luther-king-jr-community-celebration/ LOCATION:Natick High School CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/MLK-2024-Sponsor-Block.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240112T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240112T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T180349 CREATED:20231231T143254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240107T163844Z UID:10006640-1705060800-1705078800@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Calling all artists! DESCRIPTION:The Town of Natick and Natick Center Cultural District (NCCD) announce a CALL FOR ARTISTS seeking proposals for Traffic Calming and Stormwater Education Public Art (TCSEPA) projects at several intersections in the NCCD\, along with designs for decals on sidewalks for a total stipend of $5\,000. Details of the Project – Traffic Calming Stormwater Education Public Art List and MAP of the project – TCSEPA Map \nSubmissions must be in by February 13th\, 2024. \nDo you still have questions? Applicants are encouraged to connect with Claire Rundelli\, Natick’s Conservation Agent\, who is responsible for overseeing the Town’s stormwater permits\, to ask questions about stormwater and its impact on Natick. \nYou can schedule 15 minutes on Zoom with Ms. Rundelli at https://shorturl.at/ilyU5. \nAn on-site meeting will occur during the Open Call for Artists on Tuesday\, January 16th from 11am to 12 pm. Please RSVP for this event no later than January 11th at 5 pm. RSVP here: https://shorturl.at/ktEK1 \nPlease submit any questions to info.natickcenter@gmail.com \nThis project is made possible by the Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Program and the Town of Natick. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/calling-all-artists/ CATEGORIES:Arts Classes and Education,Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Call-for-Artists-2024.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T173000 DTSTAMP:20260407T180349 CREATED:20231205T193205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T193205Z UID:10005979-1704817800-1704821400@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Sourdough Starter Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Bacon Free Library for a presentation by Sourdough Brandon on how to make\, maintain\, and store a sourdough starter! Each participant will leave with a piece of Brandon’s sourdough starter.\n\nPlease register in advance at the BFL website.  URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/sourdough124/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/sourdough.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR