Natick
Massachusetts
Bacon Free Library Weekly Newsletter - August 7, 2023
Schools and Libraries
August 8, 2023
From: Bacon Free LibraryAn update from Bacon Free Library
Monday, August 7 at 10:00 am
Muri and her human Cheryl will be visiting the BFL for a fun and furry storytime! Join us for dog-approved stories and a chance to pet this calm, sweet, and soft therapy dog. Weather permitting, this program will be held outside on the library lawn, so bring a blanket or chair. If it is rainy or less than 55 degrees, the storytime will be moved indoors.
Tuesdays at 10:00 am
Join us on the Bacon Free Library lawn for stories, songs, and rhymes. Bring along a blanket to get comfy. We are looking forward to seeing you! Note: if the weather is wet or below 55 degrees, we’ll move this story time indoors.
Tuesday, August 8 at 4:00 pm
Families will create mindful moments together in this outdoor workshop with Traci McCubbin from The Mindful Squirrel. Traci shares, “At The Mindful Squirrel we believe that mindfulness is for everyone at all times of day and in all environments. We support all ages in developing a mindful practice that evokes a sense of gratitude, acceptance, joy, play, and peace.” This program is geared toward children ages 4-10 with a parent/caregiver. We will meet outside on the library lawn, or inside if it rains. Registration is required. Please visit our website to register for each child attending.
Wednesday, August 9 at 10:30 am
Be prepared to laugh, dance, sing, and jam your way through 30 minutes of non-stop family fun on the library lawn! This performance is geared toward kids ages 1–7, but fun for the whole family. If the weather is wet or below 55 degrees, we’ll move indoors and space will be available on a first come, first served basis. Bring your own simple instruments if you can! Sponsored by Middlesex Savings Bank.
Thursday, August 10 at 11:00 am on Zoom
Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of Beautiful Country by Qian Julie Wang. Copies available at the library, or borrow digitally. Please email [email protected] to register and receive the Zoom link.
Fridays at 10:00 am
Join us for a cozy storytime filled with lap bounces, rhymes, songs, and simple stories. Geared toward infants and young toddlers with their grownups.
Click here to check out the newest nonfiction books at the library!
On display through September 6
Visit the library now through September 6 to experience portraits of farm animals by local photographer Judy Brown. See these wonderful creatures in new ways. Marvel at their unique personalities and expressions. Admire their glorious colors. Judy has gotten to know these rescue animals over a decade of visiting Weatherbury Farm in South Natick and Unity Farm Sanctuary in Sherborn. Learn more about Judy and her work on our website.
Now through August 25
Read, explore, and grow at the BFL this summer! Sign up for the Summer Reading program online or in person. All ages are welcome, from babies through high schoolers. Pick up a reading log at the library and keep track of your reading/listening this summer. Bring in your completed reading log by Aug. 25 to get a free book or other small prize.
And congratulations to our recent StoryWalk winner Stephanie! Stay tuned for a new StoryWalk coming soon!
Summer Hours
We will be closed on Saturdays in June, July, and August.
Tuesday, August 15 at 5:30 pm
Grab a blanket or chair and some snacks and join us on the lawn for a concert with Our Band, as Sasha Papernik and Justin Poindexter bring their award-winning songwriting and bold interpretations to a rich Americana soundscape. With their airtight harmonies, irreverent humor, and astounding instrumental virtuosity, the pair’s restless creativity knows no bounds. Learn more on our website.
Wednesday, August 16 at 10:30 am
Join us outdoors for some messy, creative fun! Explore simple, open-ended projects like making oobleck, experimenting with baking soda and vinegar, or fingerpainting with shaving cream. Geared toward ages 1-6 with adult supervision. Remember to wear clothes and shoes that can get messy! If it rains, we’ll offer a less-messy craft indoors and save the messy projects for another day.
Tuesday, August 22 at 5:30 pm
Let’s celebrate summer reading with BFL favorite Stacey Peasley! With her creative lyrics, fun rhythms, and contagious energy, Stacey will infuse pure joy into your evening. This concert will be outdoors on the BFL lawn, so bring a blanket or chairs to get comfy. Feel free to bring a picnic dinner as well! If it rains, the show will be indoors at the Morse Institute Library.
Friday, August 25, 3:00 to 4:15 pm
*registration required
Build confidence and practice your reading skills by reading out loud to a registered therapy dog! 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. Registration is required. Please visit our website to register for each child attending.
Museum Passes
The BFL is happy to offer our patrons free or reduced-price passes for a selection of great local organizations! Visit our website to learn more.
Click Here to view the Bacon Free Library Weekly Newsletter - August 7, 2023