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Bacon Free Library

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Phone 508-653-6730
Website https://baconfreelibrary.org/

The Bacon Free Library was established in 1880 and continues to provide the community with library services and programs today. The library provides its users with a charming blend of today’s best-sellers, old fashioned friendliness, and modern technology in an historic neighborhood setting. Our riverside location offers the perfect spot to relax with a book or laptop computer. Through the Bacon Free Library, patrons have access to over five million items from the 40+ public & academic libraries of the Minuteman Library Network. The library also provides access to regional electronic databases and the internet. Ask us about obtaining any information or materials that you need.

The Bacon Free Library offers a variety of adult, child, and seasonal programs. Many of our library programs and collections are made possible by the generous support of the Friends of the Bacon Free Library. The building also houses the Natick Historical Society Museum in the lower level, which offers a rich collection of artifacts and memorabilia of local significance. Visit the museum website for hours.

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  • May 2024

  • Wed 22

    Decoding the Mysteries of Cats

    May 22, 2024@6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United States

    The Bacon Free Library is happy to host Certified Feline Training and Behavior Specialist Stephen Quandt for a virtual discussion of cat behavior.  Why does your kitty launch drive-by ankle biting attacks?  Does she really have to wake you up so early for food?  And what is with the overly aggressive play-fighting between the two […]

  • Thu 23

    Great Blue Herons: A Study of Patience and Grace

    May 23, 2024@8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United States

    Visit the Bacon Free Library from May 21st to June 3rd to enjoy Babsje’s stunning photography collection, Great Blue Herons: A Study of Patience and Grace. Babsje was a local photographer who focused her lens on the Great Blue Herons in and around Lake Cochituate and on the Charles, including at the dam in South Natick. […]

  • June 2024

  • Sat 8

    Native American Reflections: We Are Still Here — Community Gathering

    June 8, 2024@11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United States

    The art exhibit entitled Native American Reflections: We Are Still Here will be on display at the Bacon Free Library from June 4th-26th.  Artists include members of the Natick Nipmuc tribe, Abenaki Nation, Algonquin, Inuk and Wampanoag tribe. Paintings, poetry, baskets and other works of art will be on display throughout the month. On June 8th […]

  • Thu 13

    The Dogs of Chernobyl, a Story of Hope and Resilience

    June 13, 2024@6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United States

    Animal welfare expert Stephen Quandt was part of a group that traveled to Chernobyl, 35 years after the nuclear accident, to participate in a spay/neuter and research campaign for the dogs that were descended from the pets left behind after the nuclear plant disaster of 1986. In this presentation, Stephen chronicles his experiences in the […]

  • Fri 14

    Baby Sign Language

    June 14, 2024@10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
    Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United States

    Sheryl White of Baby Kneads will introduce caregivers and babies to sign language at the Bacon Free Library. Learn how sign language can reduce frustration and help give your baby the ability to communicate before being able to speak! Participants will learn and practice several signs during the class. This program is geared toward pre-verbal babies […]

  • Tue 25

    Big Bubbles with Mr. Vinny the Bubble Guy

    June 25, 2024@4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
    Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United States

    Kick off Summer Reading at the Bacon Free Library 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. Silly, interactive entertainment for all ages! This program will be held outdoors. If it rains, the fun will move inside and Mr. […]

  • Wed 26

    Instrument Petting Zoo

    June 26, 2024@3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United States

    The Bacon Free Library is partnering with Bach to Rock in Wellesley to bring you this instrument petting zoo. B2R will be bringing 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. Please stop by […]

  • Fri 28

    Scratch Art Animal Masks

    June 28, 2024@3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United States

    Come to the Bacon Free Library to make a colorful animal mask and let your imagination run wild! Recommended for ages 3 and up. Registration is required, as supplies are limited. Please register separately for each child attending.   Image is from iREAD

  • July 2024

  • Tue 2

    Zentangle

    July 2, 2024@5:15 PM - 6:30 PM
    Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United States

    The Zentangle® Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns (called tangles). In this workshop at the Bacon Free Library, learn the history of Zentangle, the basic steps of the method, and the tools used. Through step-by-step instructions, you will be immersed in creating an original Zentangle […]

  • Mon 8

    Messy Play Time

    July 8, 2024@3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Messy Play Time
    Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United States

    Join us outdoors for some messy, creative fun! Explore simple, open-ended projects like making oobleck, experimenting with baking soda and vinegar, or fingerpainting with shaving cream. Geared toward ages 1-6 with adult supervision. Remember to wear clothes and shoes that can get messy! If it rains, we’ll offer a less-messy craft indoors and save the […]

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