The Bacon Free Library is happy to welcome author, journalist, and professor Dick Lehr to talk about his latest book, White Hot Hate. This book details the gripping true story of an averted domestic terrorist attack against a Kansas farming town’s immigrant Somali community. Crucial to this story is the FBI informant who exposed the […]
Sadly we have had to Cancel Natick Nights tonight due to the weather. See you next year! Every Thursday night during the summer, neighbors can find food, shopping, music, and family-friendly fun in the Natick Cultural District during Natick Nights. ** The Adams Street Art Alley will feature Beer, Wine, Food, and Music on June […]
Formed from the cream of Atlanta’s studio musicians, the Atlanta Rhythm Section (actually hailing from nearby Doraville, Georgia) came together in 1970 after working on a Roy Orbison recording session. Keyboardist Dean Daughtry and drummer Robert Nix had been members of Orbison's backing group, the Candymen, and Daughtry and guitarist J.R. Cobb had been members […]
Michael Petit is a national headlining comedian who has appeared on Comedy Central, E Entertainment, NESN Comedy All Stars, and is a regular in Las Vegas and New York. Petit performs at the Improv, Comedy Store, Laugh Factory in LA and top comedy rooms across the country. Paul Landwehr has opened for nationally touring comedians […]
NATIVE PLANTS PERENNIALS FROM MEMBER GARDENS RAFFLES FROM LOCAL MERCHANTS AND GARDEN CENTERS (need not be present to win) PLANT SALE www.natickgardenclub.org @natickgardenclub
Sadly we have had to Cancel Natick Nights tonight due to the weather. See you next year! Every Thursday night during the summer, neighbors can find food, shopping, music, and family-friendly fun in the Natick Cultural District during Natick Nights. ** The Adams Street Art Alley will feature Beer, Wine, Food, and Music on June […]
Duke Robillard has been defined as not merely a great artist, but also a true historian, scholar and curator who is adept at electric and acoustic blues, jazz, jump, swing, ballads and standards. He proves that with the fluency he demonstrates on this album that visits the music that defined what came to be called […]
Founded in 2004 by New York guitarist, Steph Paynes, the all-girl quartet, Lez Zeppelin, has since gained unanimous critical acclaim as one of the most exciting live acts around, becoming the first female rock act to pay homage to Led Zeppelin and to garner rave reviews across the board. Lez Zeppelin stays true to the musically audacious spirit […]
A thematic presentation through dance by Swati Biswas. This is a free event and is open to the public. Sponsored by the Mass Cultural Council.
The Natick Artists’ Association will host Art in the Park at Shaw Park (that nice green space across the street from the Bacon Free Library). Over two dozen local artists will enjoy the fresh air and offer their art for your enjoyment. Photo courtesy of the Natick Report
A FREE intergenerational musical collaboration featuring the Golden Tones chorus and the Natick High School concert choir Enjoy a free concert of Hollywood favorites! The ongoing collaboration between Golden Tones chorus and the Natick High School choral program continues, with our first public event since Jan 2020. Sing along to iconic numbers from the silver […]
The Eliot Church and The Bacon Free Library are teaming up to host Birt & Harley for an outdoor concert on the lawn of the Bacon Free Library (58 Eliot Street, Natick). Birt & Harley a guitar duo, stormed the scene in 2021 to bring hot jazz, serious swing, and crooned classics to your ears. […]
Sadly we have had to Cancel Natick Nights tonight due to the weather. See you next year! Every Thursday night during the summer, neighbors can find food, shopping, music, and family-friendly fun in the Natick Cultural District during Natick Nights. ** The Adams Street Art Alley will feature Beer, Wine, Food, and Music on June […]
Join us in celebrating our 150th Anniversary as we dedicate our new PEACE Banners. Refreshments served.
Wine Tastings: We always have wine tastings with Nadia De Lemeny every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 1-7 pm. Pop by to taste four new bottles each week!
On her 198th Birthday, we explore the legacy of Mary Ann Morse. Join Dr. Mariah Kupfner, Specialist Curator, as she provides historical context to the Mary Ann Morse sampler plus eight additional samplers from the Natick Historical Society collection. Dr. Kupfner will also discuss the importance of needlework in the 19th century, and the enduring […]
The TCAN Players return with Pride and Prejudice, a streamlined theatrical version of Jane Austen’s classic novel involving manners, courtship, and relationships. Finding a husband is hardly Elizabeth Bennet's most urgent priority. But with four sisters, an overzealous match-making mother, and a string of unsuitable suitors, it's difficult to escape the subject. When the independent-minded Elizabeth meets […]
Wine Tastings: We always have wine tastings with Nadia De Lemeny every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 1-7 pm. Pop by to taste four new bottles each week!
The TCAN Players return with Pride and Prejudice, a streamlined theatrical version of Jane Austen’s classic novel involving manners, courtship, and relationships. Finding a husband is hardly Elizabeth Bennet's most urgent priority. But with four sisters, an overzealous match-making mother, and a string of unsuitable suitors, it's difficult to escape the subject. When the independent-minded Elizabeth meets […]
The Tour de Natick is a family-friendly bike ride held each Father’s Day on the Natick Common by the Rotary Club of Natick. The route is a 6-mile loop leaving the Common at 11 AM and returning for a complimentary lunch immediately following. The Tour de Natick raises money for the Rotary Club of Natick’s […]
The TCAN Players return with Pride and Prejudice, a streamlined theatrical version of Jane Austen’s classic novel involving manners, courtship, and relationships. Finding a husband is hardly Elizabeth Bennet's most urgent priority. But with four sisters, an overzealous match-making mother, and a string of unsuitable suitors, it's difficult to escape the subject. When the independent-minded Elizabeth meets […]
- The Natick Historical Society and Natick for Black Lives Matter will host a reading of Frederick Douglass's "What to a Slave is the 4th of July" at 10:00 am on the steps of the Morse Institute Library - https://natickcenter.org/event/reading-frederick-douglass-3/ - The celebration continues with the Natick Center Cultural District's Juneteenth event on the Natick Common from 1:00 - […]
You know about Frederick Douglass, but are you familiar with his 1852 speech, “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?” On Juneteenth, come to the front lawn of the Morse Institute Library to hear this powerful speech read aloud by members of our community. Historian and Natick resident Brenna Greer will offer an […]
As part of Juneteenth, a screening of Natick filmmaker Zadi Zokou's film, Black N Black, will be shown. Antony Zokou Silvere (Zadi Zokou) has worked in movies for over 20 years. Black N Black, his latest documentary, examines the relationships between African Americans and African Immigrants to the US. The screening will be followed by a […]
The BFL is happy to display Visual Music, mixed media works by Kevin Baldwin. These works utilize musical elements and experiences, from notation to listening or performing, to offer a new way of experiencing what music can be. Visual Music will be displayed in the Bacon Free Library from June 16th through July 26th. Come in and […]
Come to the Bacon Free Library to kick off Summer Reading with some running, jumping, and bubble-popping fun! With his giant, homemade bubble wands, Mr. Vinny gets kids and adults involved in bubble chasing games. This is silly, interactive entertainment for all ages! This program will be held outdoors. If it rains, the fun will […]
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 is fun for the whole family. With modern takes on children’s classics and classic original tunes, you’ll be humming and bopping all […]
The Bacon Free Library is happy to present another great talk with art historian and educator, Mallory Mortillaro. Enter the underworld of stolen art as we examine the little known stories of some of history’s greatest art heists. This lecture will review some of the most significant art theft in the last century and a […]
Sadly we have had to Cancel Natick Nights tonight due to the weather. See you next year! Every Thursday night during the summer, neighbors can find food, shopping, music, and family-friendly fun in the Natick Cultural District during Natick Nights. ** The Adams Street Art Alley will feature Beer, Wine, Food, and Music on June […]
Wine Tastings: We always have wine tastings with Nadia De Lemeny every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 1-7 pm. Pop by to taste four new bottles each week!
The TCAN Players return with Pride and Prejudice, a streamlined theatrical version of Jane Austen’s classic novel involving manners, courtship, and relationships. Finding a husband is hardly Elizabeth Bennet's most urgent priority. But with four sisters, an overzealous match-making mother, and a string of unsuitable suitors, it's difficult to escape the subject. When the independent-minded Elizabeth meets […]
Wine Tastings: We always have wine tastings with Nadia De Lemeny every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 1-7 pm. Pop by to taste four new bottles each week!
All Ages Show featuring music from In Color On Sundays, Maya Saturn Band, Minimal Chaos, Young Latino, and Leira The Tranarchist. Tickets will be sold at the door. Sponsored by Music Go Round.
The TCAN Players return with Pride and Prejudice, a streamlined theatrical version of Jane Austen’s classic novel involving manners, courtship, and relationships. Finding a husband is hardly Elizabeth Bennet's most urgent priority. But with four sisters, an overzealous match-making mother, and a string of unsuitable suitors, it's difficult to escape the subject. When the independent-minded Elizabeth meets […]
Wine Tastings: We always have wine tastings with Nadia De Lemeny every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 1-7 pm. Pop by to taste four new bottles each week!
The TCAN Players return with Pride and Prejudice, a streamlined theatrical version of Jane Austen’s classic novel involving manners, courtship, and relationships. Finding a husband is hardly Elizabeth Bennet's most urgent priority. But with four sisters, an overzealous match-making mother, and a string of unsuitable suitors, it's difficult to escape the subject. When the independent-minded Elizabeth meets […]
The TCAN Players return with Pride and Prejudice, a streamlined theatrical version of Jane Austen’s classic novel involving manners, courtship, and relationships. Finding a husband is hardly Elizabeth Bennet's most urgent priority. But with four sisters, an overzealous match-making mother, and a string of unsuitable suitors, it's difficult to escape the subject. When the independent-minded Elizabeth meets […]
TCAN presents CARBON LEAF live and in concert, outdoors at Lookout Farm in South Natick, MA. DOORS at 4:30pm, CONCERT at 5:30pm Seating is available for groups of up to three patrons (small table) and groups of up to six (large tables). Limit ONE table. Premium tickets are a limited number of tables reserved closest to […]
Boston Red Sox History with Herb Crehan WHAT WAS TED WILLIAMS REALLY LIKE? How About Jim Lonborg? And Spaceman--Bill Lee? Tuesday, June 27, 1:30-2:30pm, free, call 508-647-6540 to register At Natick Community Senior Center, 117 East Central St, Natick Herb Crehan has been interviewing and writing feature articles on former Red Sox stars for the […]
In anticipation of July 4th, join us for a star-spangled trivia event on the Bacon Free Library lawn! From patriotic songs to famous Americans this trivia game has something for people of all ages, so gather your family and friends and join in the fun. Bring a blanket and some snacks and get comfy on […]
The Open Mic night at TCAN has been a tradition since its inception in 1997. Open Mic provides an intimate and supportive atmosphere for acoustic performers of all abilities to showcase their talents and partake in the area’s most vibrant folk/ acoustic music community around. All musicians and spoken word performers are invited to participate. […]
Play and cuddle with some curious and friendly baby goats outside on the Bacon Free Library lawn! The Farmer’s Helpers program from Chip-in Farm will be bringing their goats to the BFL for a visit. All ages are welcome. Please note that participants may be required to wait in line, as the number of people interacting […]
Nancy Horan, author of the million-copy New York Times bestseller Loving Frank, returns with her new book The House of Lincoln, a sweeping historical novel, which tells the story of Abraham Lincoln’s ascendance from rumpled lawyer to U.S. president to the Great Emancipator through the eyes of a young asylum-seeker who arrives in Lincoln’s home of Springfield […]
Sadly we have had to Cancel Natick Nights tonight due to the weather. See you next year! Every Thursday night during the summer, neighbors can find food, shopping, music, and family-friendly fun in the Natick Cultural District during Natick Nights. ** The Adams Street Art Alley will feature Beer, Wine, Food, and Music on June […]
Wine Tastings: We always have wine tastings with Nadia De Lemeny every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 1-7 pm. Pop by to taste four new bottles each week!
Walk Natick Center with local historian Terri Evans and learn how the arrival of the railroad and the rise of the shoe industry shaped 19th-century Natick. Discover the community’s response to the 1874 fire and how arts and culture have inspired the “heart of Natick” today. The tour is capped at 15 people. Advanced registration […]
Wine Tastings: We always have wine tastings with Nadia De Lemeny every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 1-7 pm. Pop by to taste four new bottles each week!
For fans of The Eagles who long for the LIVE re-creation of some of the greatest hits of a generation, the Dark Desert Eagles are the ULTIMATE Tribute to The Eagles! Songs from the best-selling Greatest Hits album of all time (Eagles Their Greatest Hits 1971-1975) along with hits from Hotel California, as well as […]
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