BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Natick Center Cultural District - ECPv6.16.2//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:20240730T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240730T183000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240625T164655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T173820Z UID:10007001-1722360600-1722364200@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Tell Me Again! with Diane Edgecomb DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the world’s most magical tales\, the favorites you always want to hear again and again\, exuberantly brought to life by Library favorite and Parent’s Choice award-winner Diane Edgecomb. \nThis storytelling program will take place on the Bacon Free Library lawn\, so bring a blanket or chairs for sitting on the grass. If it rains\, we’ll move indoors and space will be available on a first come\, first served basis. \n  \nThis program is supported in part by a grant from the Natick Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council\, a state agency. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bfldedge724/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Family Friendly,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/dianeEdge.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240726T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240726T113000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240625T164335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T173905Z UID:10007000-1721989800-1721993400@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Music & Movement with Julie Stepanek DESCRIPTION:Dance and sing along at the Bacon Free Library with Julie Stepanek as she plays her ukulele and leads us in some favorite tunes! \nGeared toward ages 0-5. This program will take place outdoors\, so bring a blanket or chairs for sitting on the grass. If it rains\, we’ll move indoors and space will be available on a first come\, first served basis. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflmusicjs/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Juliestep.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T170000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240625T163642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T173949Z UID:10006998-1721835000-1721840400@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Kids’ Poetry Workshop DESCRIPTION:Come to the Bacon Free Library to use your imagination and express yourself in some fun and creative activities with local author and educator Marcie Schwartz. In each session (July 10th\, 17th\, and 24th)\, participants will create poems and craft projects to bring home. \nGeared toward children entering grades 1-5. Registration is required. If you would like to attend all three sessions\, please sign up for each session individually. \n  \nTHIS WEEK: I Am Poems & Kaleidoscopes. There are lots of things that make up the one special you. Just like a kaleidoscope\, you are always changing\, growing\, and becoming something new. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflkidspoetry3/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Children's Events,FREE,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/kidspoetry.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240722T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240722T163000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20230711T153221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T171205Z UID:10006983-1721662200-1721665800@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Messy Play Time DESCRIPTION: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. \nGeared toward ages 1-6 with adult supervision. Remember to wear clothes and shoes that can get messy! \nIf it rains\, we’ll offer a less-messy craft indoors and save the messy projects for another day. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/messy-play-time/2024-07-22/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Children's Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/messy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240719T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240719T113000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240625T163944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T174112Z UID:10006999-1721385000-1721388600@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Science Story Time: Story Splash! DESCRIPTION:Cool off on the Bacon Free Library lawn with this special story time all about water!\n\nThis program is geared toward ages 3-6 and will include stories\, songs\, and hands-on science activities like a sink/float station. \nMeet us outdoors behind the library and be sure to wear clothes and shoes that can get wet. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflsplash/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Library,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/animalsreading.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T170000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240625T163443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T174154Z UID:10006997-1721230200-1721235600@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Kids’ Poetry Workshop DESCRIPTION:Come to the Bacon Free Library to use your imagination and express yourself in some fun and creative activities with local author and educator Marcie Schwartz. In each session (July 10th\, 17th\, and 24th)\, participants will create poems and craft projects to bring home. \nGeared toward children entering grades 1-5. Registration is required. If you would like to attend all three sessions\, please sign up for each session individually. \n  \nTHIS WEEK: My Earth–Myself. Create a nature collage and experience the fun of Word Bowl Poems. Using all our senses\, we will explore how you fit into this great planet earth. We will explore our imaginations of what the future world will look like. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflkidspoetry2/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Children's Events,FREE,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/kidspoetry.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T200000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240625T162434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T174244Z UID:10006996-1721156400-1721160000@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Author James L. Parr Discusses “World War II Massachusetts” (virtual event) DESCRIPTION:The Bacon Free Library is partnering with the Tewksbury Public Library to bring you author James L. Parr\, who will discuss his new book\, World War II Massachusetts. \nOver 500\,000 Massachusetts residents answered the call to military duty in the Second World War\, while the rest of the state’s citizens fought the war on the home front. Everyone in the family\, including pets\, found creative and essential ways to contribute. Thousands worked in factories\, volunteered for Civil Defense\, watched for enemy aircraft\, and took part in salvage collections and bond drives\, all while dealing with rationing\, blackouts\, rumors\, and a host of other wartime inconveniences. And while thousands of service members left to fight overseas\, the Bay State also welcomed thousands more to serve on its military bases that were such an important part of our nation’s defense. Learn some of the stories of these brave and dedicated citizens — from the famous to the ordinary — as they faced wartime challenges. \nJames L. Parr taught elementary school for 34 years before retiring in 2022. A longtime volunteer at several local historical organizations\, Parr is the author of three additional books for The History Press. \nThis program will be held over Zoom; please register for the Zoom link. \nRECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. \n  URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflauthorparr/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:History,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/james-l-parr.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T180000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240624T184528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T174319Z UID:10006994-1721149200-1721152800@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Pure and Simple Flower Design DESCRIPTION:For adults who want to learn about floral design\, this class at the Bacon Free Library will cover the basics of design as well as sustainable mechanics and floral conditioning.  We will provide you with a supermarket bouquet and mason jar vase. Then\, you can select and share items from the flower table for greens\, filler flowers\, focal flowers\, and branches. Feel free to bring favorite flowers or greens from your garden if you want to include them in your design (this is optional as there will be enough flowers for the class.)  You will take home your finished arrangement in a box.\n\n\nWe will have a variety of scissors and hand clippers for your use. If you have a favorite pair of floral scissors please bring them.\n\n\nThe instructor\, Monica Foley\, has been learning and practicing floral design for the past 10 years through classes\, lectures\, and local Art in Bloom events.\n\nThis is event is geared towards ages 16 years and up.\nPlease register in advance URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflflower/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Arts Classes and Education,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/flowerMonica.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T150000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240624T181409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T174401Z UID:10006993-1721138400-1721142000@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Hula Hooping with Wildkat Hoops DESCRIPTION:It’s time to put on your dancing shoes and grab those dazzling hoops for an unforgettable workshop of hula hoop magic with Wildkat Hoops. Hooping promotes exercise\, exploration\, expression\, movement\, dance\, and FUN! \nThis intergenerational workshop\, hosted by the Bacon Free Library\, is geared toward kids ages 5+ and adults. Hoops are provided. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflhula/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/hulahoop-e1719252820817.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240715T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240715T190000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240624T180638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T174439Z UID:10006992-1721066400-1721070000@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:From Just a Snapshot to Art – Creating Beautiful Photographs (virtual program) DESCRIPTION:In this virtual program hosted by the Bacon Free Library\, landscape photographer Joanne Pearson will guide you through the art of seeing as a professional photographer does. You will learn about framing and creating dramatic compositions; balance and movement; leading lines and paths; depth of field; and the nuances of natural light. This program teaches you about what the pros call “getting it right in-camera”. \nJoanne Pearson of Fair Haven Photographs has been a professional photographer for over 25 years. Prior to her career in photography\, she was a registered landscape architect in the state of Massachusetts where she practiced for 12 years. Her photographs of gardens and landscapes have been featured in magazines and calendars that have included Yankee\, Northshore Magazine\, Vermont Life\, Offshore\, BrownTrout Publishers Inc. and Willow Creek Press. She is the solo photographer for four calendars produced by Mahoney Publishing including Flowers and Gardens of New England. \n\nThis program will be held over Zoom. Please register to receive the Zoom link over email. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflphotoart/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Arts Classes and Education,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Garden_6487_pearson.JP_-e1719252373258.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T161500 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240624T173924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T174931Z UID:10006990-1720796400-1720800900@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Read to a Dog DESCRIPTION:Build confidence and practice your reading skills by reading out loud to a registered therapy dog at the Bacon Free Library! \nChildren 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. \nRegistration is required for each child attending. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflrtadjul24/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/SophieRTAD.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T110000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240624T173021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T200618Z UID:10006986-1720780200-1720782000@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Jammin with You DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Bacon Free Library and be prepared to laugh\, dance\, sing\, and jam your way through 30 minutes of non-stop family fun! This performance is geared toward kids ages 1 – 7\, but fun for the whole family. With modern takes on children’s classics and classic original tunes\, you’ll be humming and bopping all the way home. \nIf the weather is 55 degrees or warmer\, the program will be held outdoors behind the library\, so bring a blanket or towel for sitting on the grass. If it’s rainy or under 55 degrees\, we’ll meet indoors and space will be available on a first come\, first served basis. \nBring your own simple instruments if you can! We recommend shakers\, rhythm sticks\, and scarves\, or homemade equivalents like a container of rice\, a couple of wooden spoons\, and a dish towel. Jammin With You has more instrument suggestions here. \n \nSponsored by Middlesex Savings Bank URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bfljamjuly241/2024-07-12/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Children's Events,FREE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/JamminWithYou.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T170000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240624T172033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T175410Z UID:10006985-1720625400-1720630800@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Kids’ Poetry Workshop DESCRIPTION:Come to the Bacon Free Library to use your imagination and express yourself in some fun and creative activities with local author and educator Marcie Schwartz. In each session (July 10th\, 17th\, and 24th)\, participants will create poems and craft projects to bring home. \nGeared toward children entering grades 1-5. Registration is required. If you would like to attend all three sessions\, please sign up for each session individually. \n  \nTHIS WEEK: Heart Mapping. What’s inside your heart? Heart maps help us discover who and what we love. We will create beautiful heart maps and write poems from what we discover inside. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflkidspoetry1jul24/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Children's Events,FREE,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/kidspoetry.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T200000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240624T174531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T175145Z UID:10006991-1720551600-1720555200@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Author Dawn Tripp Discusses “Jackie: a Novel” (virtual event) DESCRIPTION:The Bacon Free Library is partnering with the Tewksbury Public Library to bring you bestselling author Dawn Tripp. Dawn will discuss her new novel\, Jackie\, about Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. Jackie is the story of a woman—deeply private with a nuanced\, formidable intellect—who forged a legacy out of grief and shaped history even as she was living it. It is the story of a love affair\, a complicated marriage\, and the fracturing of identity that comes in the wake of unthinkable violence. \nTripp is also the author of the novel Georgia\, which was a national bestseller\, a finalist for the New England Book Award\, and the winner of the Mary Lynn Kotz Award for Art in Literature. She is the author of three previous novels: Game of Secrets\, Moon Tide\, and The Season of Open Water\, which won the Massachusetts Book Award for Fiction. Her poems and essays have appeared in the Virginia Quarterly Review\, Harvard Review\, AGNI\, Conjunctions\, and NPR\, among others. \nThis program will be held over Zoom; please register for the Zoom link. \nRECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. \n  URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bfljackie/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:History,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/jackie.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T180000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240624T171536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T175233Z UID:10006984-1720544400-1720548000@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Ed the Wizard’s Reading Is Magic! DESCRIPTION:Enjoy this family-friendly\, interactive magic show full of comedy and suspense! Ed the Wizard‘s performance will celebrate the importance of reading and entertain an audience of all ages. \nThe show will take place outdoors at the Bacon Free Library\, so bring a blanket or chairs for sitting on the grass. If it rains\, we’ll move indoors and space will be available on a first come\, first served basis. \nThis program is supported in part by a grant from the Natick Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council\, a state agency. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflwizardjuly24/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Family Friendly,FREE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ed-the-wizard.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240708T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240708T163000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20230711T153221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T171205Z UID:10006981-1720452600-1720456200@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Messy Play Time DESCRIPTION: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. \nGeared toward ages 1-6 with adult supervision. Remember to wear clothes and shoes that can get messy! \nIf it rains\, we’ll offer a less-messy craft indoors and save the messy projects for another day. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/messy-play-time/2024-07-08/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Children's Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/messy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240702T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240702T183000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240624T170554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T170554Z UID:10006980-1719940500-1719945000@natickcenter.org 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/zentanglejuly/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Arts Classes and Education,FREE,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/zentangle.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T163000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240507T183119Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T183119Z UID:10006708-1719588600-1719592200@natickcenter.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/animal-masks.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T160000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240507T182819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T182819Z UID:10006707-1719414000-1719417600@natickcenter.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/instrument.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T164500 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240507T182503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T182503Z UID:10006706-1719331200-1719333900@natickcenter.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/bubbleguy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T113000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240507T182154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T182154Z UID:10006705-1718361000-1718364600@natickcenter.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/baby-kneads.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T190000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240507T181818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T181818Z UID:10006704-1718301600-1718305200@natickcenter.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/dogschernobyl-e1715105889385.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T123000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240514T152615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T152615Z UID:10006710-1717844400-1717849800@natickcenter.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/NAreflections-e1715700347592.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T170000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240507T181016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T175555Z UID:10006703-1716451200-1716483600@natickcenter.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Babsje-Yoga-Heron-1-e1715105499283.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T190000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240402T170238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T170238Z UID:10006693-1716400800-1716404400@natickcenter.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/catbehavior.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T183000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240227T164009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T171847Z UID:10006001-1716310800-1716316200@natickcenter.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/button-thread.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T183000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240409T152019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T152659Z UID:10006701-1715101200-1715106600@natickcenter.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/zentangle.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T183000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240311T180034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T180034Z UID:10006677-1714496400-1714501800@natickcenter.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/RMTuck.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T130000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240311T175423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T153800Z UID:10006676-1714212000-1714222800@natickcenter.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/earth_animated.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T113000 DTSTAMP:20260517T190224 CREATED:20240311T174444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T174444Z UID:10006014-1713522600-1713526200@natickcenter.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/bookflower.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR