Bacon Free Library
Slow Stitching
Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United StatesFabric artist Helen Bellomo is back by popular demand for another Slow Stitching class at the Bacon Free Library. In 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 […]
Decoding the Mysteries of Cats
Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United StatesThe 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 […]
Great Blue Herons: A Study of Patience and Grace
Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United StatesVisit 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. […]
Native American Reflections: We Are Still Here — Community Gathering
Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United StatesThe 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 […]
The Dogs of Chernobyl, a Story of Hope and Resilience
Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United StatesAnimal 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 […]
Baby Sign Language
Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United StatesSheryl 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 […]
Big Bubbles with Mr. Vinny the Bubble Guy
Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United StatesKick 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. […]
Instrument Petting Zoo
Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United StatesThe 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 […]
Scratch Art Animal Masks
Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United StatesCome 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
Zentangle
Bacon Free Library - 58 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760 United StatesThe 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 […]