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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T153000
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SUMMARY:Scratch Art Animal Masks
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Bacon Free Library to make a colorful animal mask and let your imagination run wild! \nRecommended for ages 3 and up. \nRegistration is required\, as supplies are limited. Please register separately for each child attending. \n  \nImage is from iREAD
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflscratchart/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,FREE,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T160000
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
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SUMMARY:Instrument Petting Zoo
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPlease stop by to try out an instrument\, or two\, that you’re curious about. No registration required.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflinstrument/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural Events,Family Friendly,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T164500
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T182503Z
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SUMMARY:Big Bubbles with Mr. Vinny the Bubble Guy
DESCRIPTION: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! \nThis program will be held outdoors. If it rains\, the fun will move inside and Mr. Vinny will share his shadow puppet show instead. \nSponsored by the Charles River School
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflvinny/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Family Friendly,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T113000
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
CREATED:20240507T182154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T182154Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Sign Language
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis program is geared toward pre-verbal babies with an adult caregiver. Registration is required. \n 
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflbabysign/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Family Friendly,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T190000
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
CREATED:20240507T181818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T181818Z
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SUMMARY:The Dogs of Chernobyl\, a Story of Hope and Resilience
DESCRIPTION: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. \nIn this presentation\, Stephen chronicles his experiences in the Exclusion Zone around the Chernobyl nuclear power plant.  Through photos and videos\, Stephen tells his story of meeting the inhabitants of the mostly abandoned town of Chernobyl City (you will meet 2 squatters\, one a hero of the disaster)\, the totally abandoned city of Pripyat\, and the dogs (and some cats!) that his group encountered. He will discuss the presence of radiation in this environment as well as its effects on the dogs’ lives.  You will also meet some inhabitants of the town of Slavutych\, which was built in the year following the accident to house the inhabitants of Pripyat after they were belatedly evacuated. \nThe Dogs of Chernobyl is a story of resilience\, hope\, life\, and even heroism.  Stephen will answer your questions at the end of the presentation. \nStephen Quandt\, Feline Behaviorist\, FFCP\, most recently with the Animal Care Centers of NYC (nycacc.org) and also of the ASPCA.org\, has worked in animal welfare for more than 20 years. \n\nThis virtual program is hosted by the Bacon Free Library.  It will be held over Zoom. Please register to receive the program link.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bfldogschern/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:FREE,History,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T123000
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
CREATED:20240514T152615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T152615Z
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SUMMARY:Native American Reflections: We Are Still Here -- Community Gathering
DESCRIPTION: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. \nOn June 8th the Native American artists will gather on the grounds of the BFL to share the stories that have inspired their artwork.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflnaart/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural Events,Family Friendly,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T170000
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
CREATED:20240507T181016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T175555Z
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SUMMARY:Great Blue Herons: A Study of Patience and Grace
DESCRIPTION: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. \nBabsje 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. She spent many very happy days floating in her kayak\, and the herons became so accustomed to her quiet presence that she was able to beautifully document their private grandeur for all to experience. \n“Alas\, my days of photographing the magnificent Great Blue Herons from the cockpit of my kayak floating on the lake have come to an end.” – Posted by Babsje on December 20\, 2023\, shortly before her death in January. babsjeheron.wordpress.com. \nShe is greatly missed. \n  \nPhotographs are available for purchase upon request. All proceeds from sales will be donated to Massachusetts Audubon Society.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflherons/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Arts Classes and Education,Cultural Events,Family Friendly,FREE,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T190000
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
CREATED:20240402T170238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T170238Z
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SUMMARY:Decoding the Mysteries of Cats
DESCRIPTION: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 tabbies? \nStephen Quandt\, behavior expert who has worked with the Animal Care Centers of NYC and the ASPCA\, will explain these common cat behaviors from the perspective of the evolutionary and adaptive forces that help shape their furry lives.  For example\, he’ll explain the influence of the mother/kitten relationship on the kittens’ innate needs for food\, attention\, and comfort. \nThis discussion will include a Q& A portion where you can seek guidance for your feline friends. \n\nThis program will be held over Zoom. Please register to receive the program link.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/cats524bfl/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:FREE,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T183000
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
CREATED:20240227T164009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T171847Z
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SUMMARY:Slow Stitching
DESCRIPTION:Fabric artist Helen Bellomo is back by popular demand for another Slow Stitching class at the Bacon Free Library. \nIn a busy and chaotic world\, sometimes we just need to slow down and not worry about creating a product; instead we can enjoy the process. Slow stitching is a mindful needlework process that focuses on intention and the joy of being in the present moment. Join us to learn about slow stitching. A kit (includes base fabric\, patchwork fabric pieces\, lace\, trims\, buttons\, needle\, and thread) will be provided to all registered participants. \nThis program is geared towards all ages. Children under 10 must be accompanied by a caregiver. \nThis workshop is limited to 10 participants. Registration is required.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/slow-stitching52124/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Arts Classes and Education,Family Friendly,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T183000
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
CREATED:20240409T152019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T152659Z
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SUMMARY:Zentangle
DESCRIPTION: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 tile.\n \nNo artistic talent or experience is required. All supplies will be provided.\n \nRachel Slate-Ziman is a Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT)\, educated by the creators of Zentangle\, Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas. She has been learning and practicing the Zentangle Method for many years.\n  \nRegistration is required.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/zentangle/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Arts Classes and Education,FREE,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T183000
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
CREATED:20240311T180034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T180034Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Artist - Rebecca McGee Tuck
DESCRIPTION:Drop in at the Bacon Free Library to meet sculptor and social activist\, Rebecca McGee Tuck\, and enjoy a viewing of her display “Along the Wrack Line.” \nRebecca is a sculptor and an ocean activist.  Her current display\, “Along the Wrack Line\,” deals with the overwhelming amount of debris and plastic trash that contaminate our local New England beaches.  Rebecca’s unique\, thought-provoking work will be on display at the Bacon Free Library from March 28th to May 15th. \n 
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/tuckreception424/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Arts Classes and Education,Family Friendly,FREE,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T130000
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
CREATED:20240311T175423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T153800Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrate the Earth – Seedling Swap and Ask a Master Gardener Table
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate all things gardening\, stop by the Bacon Free Library on Saturday\, April 27th. \nBring your homegrown (or store bought) seedlings to swap with others: have 6 tomato plant seedlings but only need 2? Swap them for others that you need. The maximum seedlings to trade is 4. \nOur Seed Library will also be available all day if you’d like to pick up some seeds to sow in your garden. \n  \nAnd be sure to stop by our Ask a Master Gardener table to ask the experts all of your gardening questions. \n  \nThis program will be held on the library lawn.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/earth24bfl/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Family Friendly,FREE,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T113000
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
CREATED:20240311T174444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T174444Z
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SUMMARY:Drop-In Craft: Storybook Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Bacon Free Library to make a colorful flower with recycled book pages! \nAll ages are welcome.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/craftflowers41924/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Arts Classes and Education,Family Friendly,FREE,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T190000
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
CREATED:20240311T174033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T174033Z
UID:10006012-1713463200-1713466800@natickcenter.org
SUMMARY:Sustainable Gardening - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:The Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardens presents a virtual program on Sustainable Gardening. Become a more efficient gardener by learning how to elongate your growing season and maximize your output\, all while preserving resources.  This program is hosted by the Bacon Free Library.\n\nThis program will be held over Zoom. Please register to receive the program link.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/sustgarden424/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Education,FREE,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T150000
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
CREATED:20240311T173549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T173549Z
UID:10006010-1713276000-1713279600@natickcenter.org
SUMMARY:Ecosystem Explorers with the MHS Plantmobile
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Bacon Free Library for a hands-on\, science-based program courtesy of the Massachusetts Horticultural Society’s Plantmobile. Dive into the intricate web of ecosystems and learn how plants play a vital role in our environment. \nThis program will be outdoors\, weather permitting. \nThe Plantmobile program is geared toward kids in grades pre-K to 5. Registration is required. \n 
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/plantmobile424/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,FREE,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T123000
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
CREATED:20240402T171326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T171326Z
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SUMMARY:Crankie Music Program
DESCRIPTION:The Magid Ensemble presents Shterna and the Lost Voice\, a musical crankie Yiddish folktale. This new folktale by A.C. Weaver is inspired by mythical stories of Elyahu Hanovi and traditional Yiddish folklore. Shterna and the Lost Voice follows a young woman’s quest from the realms of the dead to the celestial gardens of the immortal – all to restore her friend’s lost voice. Shterna’s epic adventure is accompanied by live original klezmer music while the narrative unfolds through a papercut crankie. This dynamic performance is geared towards audiences of all ages! \n\n\n\nWhat is a crankie? A crankie is a long scroll wound onto two spools that illustrates a story as it unwinds. Kiah Raymond’s original crankie incorporates shadow puppetry inspired by Jewish papercut art. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nShterna and the Lost Voice is presented by The Magid Ensemble (magid\, meaning “storyteller” in Yiddish) –\na new collaboration featuring award-winning klezmer musicians and composers Mattias Kaufmann\, Raffi\nBoden\, and Rachel Leader\, Yiddishist storyteller A. C. Weaver\, and visual artist Kiah Raymond. \n\nProduction by member of Mamaliga Klezmer Band. (Mamaligaband.com)\nThis event is generously sponsored by Combined Jewish Philanthropies\, and the Natick Local Cultural\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/crankiebfl424/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,FREE,Library,Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T113000
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
CREATED:20240227T190259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T190259Z
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SUMMARY:Meet an Alpaca!
DESCRIPTION:Meet an alpaca at the Bacon Free Library! Harvard Alpaca Ranch will bring one of their alpacas to the library for a visit. After listening to a presentation all about alpacas\, you’ll have the chance to meet the alpaca up close. All ages are welcome. The program will be held outdoors on the library lawn\, weather permitting. \nRegistration is required to ensure that everyone gets a chance to visit with the alpaca. Please register for each child attending. \nRegistration will open one month before the program.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/alpaca424/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,FREE,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240329T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240329T113000
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
CREATED:20240227T184716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T184716Z
UID:10006007-1711708200-1711711800@natickcenter.org
SUMMARY:Movement & Music with Walnut Hill
DESCRIPTION: Join Miss Katie from the Community Academy at Walnut Hill School for the Arts for a fun program that emphasizes the bond between children and their caregivers\, while simultaneously enriching their musical\, cognitive\, and physical development. Caregivers are led in enjoyable yet 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\, held at the Bacon Free Library\, is geared toward kids of ages 6 months to 4 years. \nRegistration is required.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/walnut324/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,FREE,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T190000
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
CREATED:20240227T184146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T184146Z
UID:10006005-1711044000-1711047600@natickcenter.org
SUMMARY:Raised Bed Gardening
DESCRIPTION:The Bacon Free Library has invited the experts at Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardens to teach us the nuts and bolts of raised bed gardening\, including how to build\, fill\, site\, and plant raised beds.   This program will be held on Zoom. \nRegister to receive the Zoom link for this virtual program.  \n  \n  \nImage by congerdesign from Pixabay
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/raised-bed-gardening/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Family Friendly,FREE,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T190000
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
CREATED:20240227T182520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T182653Z
UID:10006003-1710957600-1710961200@natickcenter.org
SUMMARY:Exciting Discoveries in Art History with Mallory Mortillaro (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Art historian Mallory Mortillaro will entertain us with stories of several important and valuable works of art that have been rediscovered in unexpected places. \nWho doesn’t love learning about a priceless painting found in an attic? Or a sculpture sitting for decades in a public garden\, only to be found out as an Italian treasure?  Mallory will provide a brief background of each piece and its artist\, as well as how the piece got lost and then found. \nThis program is sponsored by the Bacon Free Library.  It will be held over Zoom. \nPlease register to receive the Zoom meeting link.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/artmm324/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Arts Classes and Education,FREE,Library
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240311T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240311T170000
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
CREATED:20240227T185546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T185850Z
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SUMMARY:Ongoing Art Display at the BFL – Carol Keefe & Bobby Reeve
DESCRIPTION:Visit the BFL to enjoy the current\, nature-themed exhibit created by two local artists. This exhibit pairs the lush ocean landscapes of Carol Keefe with the true-to-life bird sculptures of Bobby Reeve.  This art will be displayed through March 27th. \n  \nCarol Keefe\nCarol Keefe is a long-term artist member of the Artist Association of Nantucket (AAN)\, and is represented at their gallery.  She has had several Featured Artist shows there and won Best of Show in the AAN Gallery in 2007.  In 2014\, Carol was honored with the 2014 Painting Award from the AAN.  Carol has studied at both the Decordova and Danforth Museum Schools\, as well as with Sherre Wilson Ray and Sandra Flavin.   Carol’s work is displayed at Brown Basket Gallery on South Wharf\, the Nantucket Looms\, The Sherborn Inn\, Natick Artist Open Studios\, and numerous private collections\, as well as in her home studio near Cisco Beach and South Natick. \nCarol’s art\, in her own words: \nI am inspired by the ever-changing light and color at the horizon. My medium of choice is oil on board or canvas. My paintings are often large\, horizontal pieces emphasizing the meeting of sky and sea on Nantucket Island. My goal is to capture the feelings of summer on our coast. \n  \nBobby Reeve\nFor over 50 years\, Bobby Reeve has been a woodworker in New Hampshire and Massachusetts doing house carpentry and running a one-man shop for furniture making and bird carvings. Both his parents were watercolorists and he started painting with their mentor\, Harold Stevenson\, many years ago. \nBobby’s art\, in his own words: \nI always wanted to fly\, and I don’t mean in a plane! Somehow this explains my love of birds — their flight\, colors\, shapes\, songs\, and behaviors. I love the idea of a “bird’s eye view” and carving and sculpting almost get me there.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/artckbr24/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Arts Classes and Education,Family Friendly,FREE,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T111500
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
CREATED:20230912T165817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T163351Z
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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. Children 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. \nPlease register on the Bacon Free Library website.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/rtad324/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T190000
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
CREATED:20240123T173430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T173430Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Sowing with Milk Jugs (virtual program)
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to get your seeds started earlier this year?  Winter sowing might be the answer for you. \nThe Bacon Free Library has recruited the Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardens for a workshop on using milk jugs as mini-greenhouses.  Join us for a Zoom presentation about this easy\, effective method of planting seedlings without indoor lighting or a greenhouse. \nThis program will be held over Zoom. Please register to receive the meeting link.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/wintersow22224/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,FREE,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T140000
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
CREATED:20240123T172617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T172617Z
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SUMMARY:Buildwave Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Build and have fun at the Bacon Free Library in this creative\, hands-on workshop that encourages play and collaboration. Participants will be given wave after wave of kits filled with different building materials to explore. Watch this video to learn more! \nThis program is geared toward kids in grades K to 6. Registration is required.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/build22024/
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:20240217T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T120000
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
CREATED:20240123T172142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T172142Z
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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 be bringing a variety of musical instruments to the Bacon 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. No registration required. \n \n 
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/b2r21724/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural Events,Family Friendly,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T183000
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
CREATED:20240123T171306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T171349Z
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SUMMARY:Art Opening Reception: Carol Keefe and Bobby Reeve
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an art opening reception for artists Carol Keefe and Bobby Reeve\, whose art will be featured at the Bacon Free Library from February 8 – March 27.  Meet the artists and enjoy their art. \nCarol Keefe’s Artist Statement \nI am inspired by the ever changing light and color at the horizon. My medium of choice is oil on board or canvas. My paintings are often large\, horizontal pieces emphasizing the meeting of sky and sea on Nantucket Island. My goal is to capture the feelings of summer on our coast. \nwww.carolkeefe.com \nBobby Reeve’s Artist Statement \nI always wanted to fly\, and I don’t mean a plane! Somehow this explains my love of birds\, their flight\, colors\, shapes\, songs\, and behaviors. I love the idea of a ‘bird’s eye view’ and carving and sculpting almost get me there. The gallery on my webpage is filled with examples of my work. \nwww.robertreeve.com
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflart21324/
LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street  Natick\, MA 01760 United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural Events,Library
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/CarolKeefe.jpeg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T183000
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
CREATED:20231205T194355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T194355Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T173000
DTSTAMP:20260518T104152
CREATED:20231205T193205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T193205Z
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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
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