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: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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T110000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072923 CREATED:20250609T182748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T184036Z UID:10007339-1753439400-1753441200@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Jammin With You DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis program will be held outdoors at the Bacon Free Library.  If it rains\, the program will be moved to the Morse Institute Library. \n  \n \nSponsored by Middlesex Savings Bank URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bfljam71825/2025-07-25/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/BFL-Jammin-With-You-Event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T200000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250609T183749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T171217Z UID:10007338-1753297200-1753300800@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:VIRTUAL: Q&A with author Camille Di Maio DESCRIPTION:  \nWe will be chatting with bestselling author Camille Di Maio.  Camille’s work\, including The Memory of Us and Until We Meet\, is described as “historical fiction with heart.”  Her most recent book\, Come Fly With Me\, is set in 1962 at the dawn of the jet-set era: hope takes flight for two Pan Am stewardesses navigating an adventurous new life in this novel about love\, friendship\, and escape. \nBring your questions as this is going to be a rapid fire\, AMA (ask me anything) Q&A! \nThis virtual program will be held in collaboration with the Bacon Free Library and the Ashland Public Library. \nPlease register here for the Zoom link. \n  \n  URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflcdimaio725/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Camillebanner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250721T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250721T200000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250609T183527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T165851Z UID:10007337-1753124400-1753128000@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:VIRTUAL: The Wisdom of Morrie with Author (and son) Rob Schwartz DESCRIPTION:For 30 years\, Morrie Schwartz’s wisdom has resonated with people around the world largely due to the beloved\, best-selling memoir\, Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom.  Now we have the opportunity to speak with Morrie’s son\, Rob Schwartz\, about the book The Wisdom of Morrie. \nWritten by Morrie himself and edited by Rob\, The Wisdom of Morrie: Living and Aging Creatively and Joyfully is a profound and beautiful book by Morrie from a previously unpublished manuscript.  Its theme is how to experience aging as a positive\, creative\, and connected experience.  Morrie taught people how to live fulfilling lives with love.  “It is by facing fears of death that we learn how to live.”  Rob has got some great stories about his dad and the profound impact Morrie had on his family and the world. \nThis virtual program will be held in collaboration with the Bacon Free Library and the Ashland Public Library. \nPlease register here for the Zoom link. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflrschwartz725/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/WisMorriebanner2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T110000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250609T182748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T184036Z UID:10007336-1752834600-1752836400@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Jammin With You DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis program will be held outdoors at the Bacon Free Library.  If it rains\, the program will be moved to the Morse Institute Library. \n  \n \nSponsored by Middlesex Savings Bank URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bfljam71825/2025-07-18/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/BFL-Jammin-With-You-Event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T190000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250609T182441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T182441Z UID:10007335-1752775200-1752778800@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Virtual: Gardening and Water Conservation DESCRIPTION:As the summer heats up\, how do you keep your garden well hydrated without wasting water?  The experts at Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardens are here to show you how.  In this virtual program\, hosted by the Bacon Free Library\, the BVVG pros will explain several techniques to hydrate your garden to manage droughts and/or dry\, summer conditions. \nPlease register to receive the Zoom link. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflgardenwater725/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/watering-can-e1749493468371.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250714T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250714T200000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250609T182046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T153812Z UID:10007334-1752519600-1752523200@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Virtual: “Captain Kidd: A True Story of Treasure and Betrayal” with author Samuel Marquis DESCRIPTION:  \nWe are excited to chat with author Samuel Marquis about his most recent book\, Captain Kidd: A True Story of Treasure and Betrayal\,  which is both thrilling and tragic.  Behind the legend is a real man woven into the tapestry of early America\, rendering him a unique colonial hero and scapegoat whose life story was fascinating\, exciting\, bizarre\, and heartrending.  Doesn’t that sound fascinating? We hope you can join us! \nThis virtual program will be held in collaboration with the Bacon Free Library and the Ashland Public Library. \nPlease register here for the Zoom link. \n  \n  URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflsmarquis725/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/CaptKiddbanner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250714T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250714T160000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250609T181508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T162953Z UID:10007333-1752499800-1752508800@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Drop-In Plein Air Art Studio DESCRIPTION:Join Natick landscape artist Barbara Levine this summer for drop-in plein air (outdoors in natural light) painting on the grounds of the Bacon Free Library. \nAll levels of painters\, and all mediums are welcome. Supplies will not be provided\, so please bring your own equipment including: easels\, paints\, brushes\, any solvents or mediums used\, painting surfaces\, paper towels\, drinking water\, hats\, garbage bags\, sunscreen and good humor. \nBarbara will be on hand to offer suggestions during this recurring 2-hour program. Come to as many sessions as you like and please arrive by 1:30pm in order to have time to set up. Please register for the sessions you will be attending\, so that we have an idea of how many artists to expect each week and so we may contact you if the program is canceled due to inclement weather. \nThis program is for adults only. \nPlease register in advance. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bfldropinart71425/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Art,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Barbara-Levine-cropped.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250714T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250714T120000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250609T180804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T152243Z UID:10007332-1752490800-1752494400@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Goats and Giggles! DESCRIPTION: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. \nAll ages are welcome.  Please note that participants may be required to wait in line\, as the number of people interacting with the goats at a time will be limited for the animals’ comfort and safety.  We’ll provide coloring pages and some farm-themed books to browse while waiting. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflgoats725/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/goatbanner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250711T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250711T113000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250609T180455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T162527Z UID:10007331-1752229800-1752233400@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:The Poop Museum! DESCRIPTION:Are you fascinated by all things relating to poop?  If so\, the Poop Museum is the place for you!  At the Poop Museum\, Susie Maguire will teach us many fantastic\, fabulous\, and fun facts about human\, animal\, and insect poop.  Just a few of the poopers that visitors to the Poop Museum will meet include: \n\nThe world’s messiest pooper\nThe animal that has poop attack powers\nThe animal that uses poop as protection\nThe rainbow pooper\nThe animal that has to hold its poop ALL winter long\n\nScience meets silliness in this program geared toward ages 5-10. \nThis program will be held outdoors at the Bacon Free Library.  If it rains\, the program will move indoors to the Morse Institute Library. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflpoomus725/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Poop-Museum-cropped.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T200000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250609T180117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T151234Z UID:10007330-1752087600-1752091200@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Virtual: In Conversation with Romance Author Rachel Reid DESCRIPTION:  \nDo you love sports romances?  Are you intrigued by the behind-the-scenes of this romance sub-genre?  Well then\, join us for a virtual conversation with Rachel Reid\, Canadian author and hockey fan who explains “I like to write cute smut about hockey players and other people.”  Rachel has been dubbed “the queen of M/M hockey romance” by Ashland Public Library’s romance book club (this is a dedicated crew who knows this genre well!).  Listen in on the conversation with Rachel that is bound to be revealing. \nThis virtual program will be held in collaboration with the Bacon Free Library and the Ashland Public Library. \nPlease register here for the Zoom link. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflrreid725/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/RachelReidbanner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250707T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250707T200000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250609T175756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T145803Z UID:10007329-1751914800-1751918400@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Virtual: “Heal the Beasts – A Jaunt through the Curious History of the Veterinary Arts” with Author Philipp Schott DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nAuthor and veterinarian\, Philipp Schott\, DVM will be on hand to discuss his new book\, Heal the Beasts: A Jaunt Through the Curious History of the Veterinary Arts.  This history of veterinary medicine provides an abundance of bizarre\, funny\, surprising\, and heartwarming anecdotes. Heal the Beasts chronicles human efforts to treat animal illnesses from 14\,000 BCE to today. \nThis virtual program will be held in collaboration with the Bacon Free Library and the Ashland Public Library. \nPlease register here for the Zoom link. \n  \n  URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflpschott725/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/healthebeastsTCAN.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250630T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250630T160000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250519T180435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T162838Z UID:10007317-1751290200-1751299200@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Drop-In Plein Air Art Studio DESCRIPTION:Join Natick landscape artist Barbara Levine this summer for drop-in plein air (outdoors in natural light) painting on the grounds of the Bacon Free Library. (Other locations may be considered as well.) \nAll levels of painters\, and all mediums are welcome. Supplies will not be provided\, so please bring your own equipment including: easels\, paints\, brushes\, any solvents or mediums used\, painting surfaces\, paper towels\, drinking water\, hats\, garbage bags\, sunscreen and good humor. \nBarbara will be on hand to offer suggestions during this recurring 2-hour program. Come to as many sessions as you like and please arrive by 1:30pm in order to have time to set up. Please register for the sessions you will be attending\, so that we have an idea of how many artists to expect each week and so we may contact you if the program is canceled due to inclement weather. \nThis program is for adults only. \nPlease register in advance. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/pleinairartbfl63025/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Art,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Barbara-Levine-cropped.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T160000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250519T175657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T171820Z UID:10007316-1751036400-1751040000@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Professor Bugman’s Insect Safari DESCRIPTION:Come to the Bacon Free Library to explore the arthropod biodiversity outside in your own community with a real entomologist! Professor Bugman will bring the equipment and expertise; you bring the curiosity! \nGeared toward ages 4-12. Registration is required. \nIf it rains\, this program will be held indoors at the Morse Institute Library. \nRegistration is required for each child attending. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/profbugmanbfl625/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Bugman-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T164500 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250519T175231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T171334Z UID:10007315-1750780800-1750783500@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Big Bubbles with Mr. Vinny the Bubble Guy DESCRIPTION: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. Silly\, interactive entertainment for all ages! \nThis program will be held outdoors at the Bacon Free Library. If it rains\, the fun will move to the Morse Institute Library and Mr. Vinny will share his shadow puppet show instead. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bubblesbfl625/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Bubbles.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T110000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250519T174054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T165643Z UID:10007312-1749810600-1749812400@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Read-a-Story\, Dance-a-Story DESCRIPTION:Join us on the lawn of the Bacon Free Library for an outdoor dance class inspired by the enchanting tale\, The Firebird. We’ll glide through spellbound forests\, flap like mystical birds\, and break a powerful curse with our dance. Perfect for young movers and curious minds\, this class blends storytelling\, dance\, and music for a joyful and expressive experience. Recommended for ages 3-8. No dance experience needed – just bring your imagination! \nThis class will be taught by Ms. Ashlie from the Community Dance Academy at Walnut Hill School for the Arts. \nRegistration is required. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/walhillballet625/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/WHS-Story.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T183000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250519T172031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T174150Z UID:10007310-1749576600-1749580200@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Juggling Class for Adults DESCRIPTION:Learn some basic juggling skills in this fun outdoor class from our neighbors at Eastern Acrobatics! \nThis session is for adults. \nRegistration is required. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/jugglingadults625/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Juggle-adults.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T173000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250519T171734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T173359Z UID:10007309-1749573000-1749576600@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Juggling Class for Kids DESCRIPTION:Kids will learn some basic juggling skills in this fun outdoor class from our neighbors at Eastern Acrobatics! \nGeared toward kids ages 7 and up. \nRegistration is required. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/jugglingkids625/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Juggle-kids.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250609T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250609T113000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250519T171515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T174805Z UID:10007308-1749466800-1749468600@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Circus Tots Class DESCRIPTION:Kids can take their first steps into the magical world of circus with this class from our neighbors at Eastern Acrobatics! Kids ages 3-6 will learn some simple and fun circus skills outdoors on the BFL lawn. \nRegistration is required for each child attending. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/circustots625/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Circus-Tots.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T170000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250527T171805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T141923Z UID:10007321-1749024000-1749056400@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Art Exhibit: Maps of Natick DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Bacon Free Library to view a selection of Natick Historical Society’s maps of Natick\, on display May 21st to June 30th.  These fascinating reproductions show the streets\, properties\, and bodies of water of Natick\, while some also display sketches of trees & buildings\, and in one case\, the handwritten names of property owners.  Among the historic gems are: \n\nan 1830 land survey of Bigelow Mills\nan 1887 map of Cochituate\nan 1887 rendering of South Natick including sketches of noteworthy buildings\na map of Felchville\, circa 1908\nan illustrated map reproduced in 1976 by Natick Five Cents Savings Bank for the Town of Natick Bicentennial Committee\n\nThese maps are available for viewing and for sale year round in the Natick History Museum.  For more information\, visit www.natickhistoricalsociety.org URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/natickmapsbfl25/ 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/2025/05/Bacon-Library-Map.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T120000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250415T181847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T155552Z UID:10007225-1748084400-1748088000@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 bring 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. This event will be held outdoors at our picnic table. \nPlease stop by to try out an instrument\, or two\, that you’re curious about. No registration required. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflinstzoomay/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Morse-Event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T183000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250415T181638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T173140Z UID:10007224-1747762200-1747765800@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:How to Create a Homegrown National Park DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and informative stroll around the lovely grounds of the Bacon Free Library.  Our gardening guru Monica Foley will point out and discuss the native plants in our gardens.  She will offer many practical ideas to help you encourage birds and other pollinators to your yard and to increase the biodiversity in your property.  You will learn how the BFL became a Certified Wildlife Habitat\, as well as the requirements to acquire a Homegrown National Park sign for your yard.  There will be time for questions. \nNo registration necessary. \nIn case of rain\, this event will be rescheduled to Tuesday\, May 27th at 5:30pm. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflnatlpark/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Homegrown-National-Park.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T190000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250211T184616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T184616Z UID:10007158-1742407200-1742410800@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Virtual: W.F.K. Travers’ Lincoln Portrait DESCRIPTION:At nine feet tall\, Travers’ Lincoln portrait is impressive. This portrait of the 16th president has been praised by those who knew him as more lifelike than any other. Exhibited at the US Capitol\, the 1876 Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia\, and the Union League Club in New York\, among other important places\, this portrait eventually found a home in the Hartley Dodge Memorial in Madison\, NJ. Mallory Mortillaro will share her first-hand account of researching this painting and the stories she uncovered as she leads the audience through this painting’s fascinating provenance. The portrait is currently on loan to the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery. \nMallory Mortillaro is an art historian and educator. She has ten years of teaching experience and has worked on various art research projects for museums and organizations in the New York metropolitan area. She studied at Drew University. Mallory resides in New Jersey with her husband and daughter. \nThis program will be held over Zoom. Please register to receive the meeting link.  URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bfllincoln25/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250317T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250317T200000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250211T184317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T184408Z UID:10007157-1742238000-1742241600@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Virtual: Irish Whiskey – History & Recommendations with Travis Ireland of the Friskey Whiskey Podcast DESCRIPTION:How perfect is this for St. Paddy’s Day? Travis IRELAND of The Friskey Whiskey Podcast will join us to discuss the history of Irish whiskeys and the best he’s encountered! \nThis program is presented by the Bacon Free Library and Ashland Public Library in partnership with a multitude of MA & NH libraries.  The program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library. \n  \nPLEASE REGISTER HERE FOR THE ZOOM LINK. \n  \nAbout Travis:\nTravis Ireland\, co-host of The Friskey Whiskey Podcast\, is an IT professional by day and a whiskey aficionado by passion. He brings his knowledge and expertise to the podcast\, discussing various distilleries\, tasting notes\, and industry trends. Through The Friskey Whiskey\, Travis aims to educate\, entertain\, and share his profound appreciation for whiskey. \n\n\n\n  \nRECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflwhiskey25/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250310T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250310T200000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250211T183900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T183900Z UID:10007156-1741633200-1741636800@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Virtual: Boston Light: Three Centuries of History with Author Jeremy D’Entremont DESCRIPTION:Based on Jeremy’s book\, Boston Light: Three Centuries of History\, this virtual talk focuses on Boston Light Station\, the site of the first lighthouse on the North American continent. Jeremy will trace its history through three centuries of tragedy\, rescues\, and colorful human interest stories of keepers and their families. \n  \nThis program is presented by the Bacon Free Library in partnership with the Ashland Public Library and a multitude of MA & NH libraries; it is sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library. \n\n\nPLEASE REGISTER HERE FOR THE ZOOM LINK. \n\nAbout the Author:\n\nJeremy D’Entremont is the president and historian of the American Lighthouse Foundation\, historian for the U.S. Lighthouse Society\, and the author of more than 20 books and hundreds of articles on lighthouses and maritime history. He’s the producer and host of the U.S. Lighthouse Society’s podcast\, Light Hearted. He has appeared on the popular Ghost Hunters TV show\, as well as Haunted Lighthouses of America on the Travel Channel. He has also appeared on the History Channel\, Public Television\, and National Public Radio speaking about lighthouses. \n\n\n\n\n  \nRECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflbostonlight/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:History,Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T170000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250211T185040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T185119Z UID:10007159-1740643200-1740675600@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Bruno Wernli Art DESCRIPTION:Visit the Bacon Free Library through March 26th to appreciate the works of local artist Bruno Wernli.\n\n \n\n\nBruno Wernli\, born in Zürich\, Switzerland\, is an abstract expressionist artist currently based in Natick\, MA. Specializing in acrylics on canvas\, Bruno is renowned for his large-scale abstractions characterized by luminous\, intense colors\, crafted through a multi-layer technique. He is best known for his adept manipulation of color and form\, which results in captivating works that engage viewers with their visual depth and textural complexity. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/bflwernli/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T190000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250113T220322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T220322Z UID:10007152-1740506400-1740510000@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Indoor Seed Starting (virtual) DESCRIPTION:The Bacon Free Library invites you to learn about indoor seed starting. There are so many more varieties of vegetables than what the garden centers offer. Eric Bromberg from Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardens will show you everything you need to know. \n  \nThis program will be held over Zoom. Please register to receive the meeting link.  URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/indoorseed225/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/saveseeds.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T111500 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250113T215918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T215918Z UID:10007151-1740133800-1740136500@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Puppet Story Time DESCRIPTION:Through Me To You Puppetry invites you to join Newton and the gang for some story time fun at the Bacon Free Library! Newton and his puppet friends take turns reading stories and singing songs with the kids. At the end of the show\, the kids are invited to say hi to Newton and even play with some of the puppets during a hands-on free play session. \nAll ages welcome. Registration is required. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/puppetbfl225/ 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/2022/06/Puppetry_Newton.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T120000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250113T215155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T221302Z UID:10007150-1739527200-1739534400@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Drop-in Valentine Making DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Bacon Free Library anytime between 10:00 and 12:00 to make some Valentine’s Day cards for your friends and family! We’ll provide an assortment of craft materials. All ages are welcome. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/valentinecraft25/ 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/2025/01/valentinespenguin.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T190000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20250113T214455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T181002Z UID:10007149-1739469600-1739473200@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Gardens of the Pacific Northwest (virtual) DESCRIPTION:Landscape photographer Joanne Pearson will be our guide through this armchair tour of gardens in the Pacific Northwest. \nJoanne Pearson has been a professional photographer for more than 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.  In addition to her garden photography\, Joanne photographs architecture\, landscapes\, lifestyle\, and food for the hospitality industry\, architects and builders throughout the northeast. \nThis program is hosted by the Bacon Free Library and will be held over Zoom. Please register to receive the meeting link.  URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/gardenpnw/ LOCATION:Bacon Free Library – 58 Eliot Street Natick\, MA 01760 United States CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://natickcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Garden_9058-e1736878194439.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T110000 DTSTAMP:20260517T072924 CREATED:20241217T173952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T195303Z UID:10007148-1739008800-1739012400@natickcenter.org SUMMARY:Français à la bibliothèque DESCRIPTION:BONJOUR !\n\nVous parlez français ? \nun peu\, beaucoup\, pas de problèmes. \nVenez nous rejoindre pour parler ou pour écouter. URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/french125/2025-02-08/ 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/2024/08/French.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR