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We don't know if the groundhog will remain in hibernation or not, but here in Natick Center we've got some great reasons not to this month! From registering for the NCA Annual Fundraiser to the Valentine's Day specials available in town, entertainment options at TCAN, Walnut Hill shows, Morse Institute Library programs and the Bacon Free Library Children's Illustration Auction.
For a quick peek at our February highlights see below and don't forget to shop early downtown for Valentine's D
ay as we have a special link to some great offers!
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Photo by Virginia Fitzgerald
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This time of year we all could use some laughs and we’re hoping our Natick Center Associates Annual Fundraiser will help liven things up on Sunday, March 19th when comedian Jimmy Tingle comes to town!
Jimmy Tingle is a comedian, commentator, activist and entrepreneur. He has worked as a humorist and commentator for “60 Minutes II” and MSNBC and has appeared on “The Tonight Show,” CNN, “Late Night with Conan O’Brien,” “Fresh Air” with Terry Gross and in his own HBO half-hour comedy special. Visit Jimmy Tingle to learn more about him.
The fundraiser is open to the public and will be held at the Dolphin Seafood Restaurant beginning at 6:00 pm with hors d’oeuvres and an online auction. Jimmy’s performance will begin at 7:00 pm, followed by a dessert buffet.
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Every week it's something new at the Natick Farmers Market located at the Common Street Spiritual Center from 9-1 pm on Saturday. Fresh produce, meat, great vendors, one-of-a-kind crafts and entertainment weekly, it's not to be missed!
Please visit natickfarmersmarket.com for more info. and a list of vendors. Photo courtesy of Kat Abbey Photography.
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Natick Center businesses have what you need to make
this the best Valentine's Day ever!
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"Really, I Don't Want Anything for Valentine's Day..."
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Don't believe it! We'd like to say it's not about the flowers, cards or gifts but let's face it.. what happens if you don't do anything? I wouldn't recommend it! You need a plan and we can help. See our flyer HERE for some Pre-Valentine's Day events and Valentine's Day specials from our local businesses. Wishing you a heart filled day!
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We are so lucky to have a bevy of talented artist's in town and many opportunities to view their work in Natick throughout the month of February.
The Natick Community Organic Farm will host the rich nature watercolors of artist, Ginger McEachern. The farm is open daily for you to stop in and see her vibrant exhibit!
Deb Sayre enjoys being part of the creative community in Natick while designing her unique and colorful mosaics. Morse Institute Library hosts her work along with Artist Jason Cheeseman-Meyer who's showing his Adventure Girls artwork. This series is filled with fantastic scenes and celebrates human creativity, drive, and inquisitiveness.
The fine artwork of artist Liza Curtis is gracing the Natick Community-Senior Center space from now through the end of February. This showing features animals and vegetables of her gold series.
At the Town Hall the photography of Bradley Millman will be showing through the end of the month with his creative talent.
Looking to create some artwork of your own? Five Crows has Acrylic Painting, Beginning Watercolor Painting, 3 Row Leather Cord & Bead Cuff Workshop and Cape Cod Inspired Chain Maille Bracelet classes, sign up today!
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Artist, Ginger McEachern - NCOF
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Artist, Deb Sayre - Morse Institute Library
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Artist, Jason Cheeseman-Meyer
Morse Institute Library
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Artist, Liza Curtis - Natick Community Senior Center
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As part of our expanding program to the community the Natick Center Cultural District announces, Multi-Cultural Day, a new event that will take place on August 26th from 12:00–3:00 pm on Natick Common.
This event will celebrate the various food, music and cultures found within the different ethnicities in our community.
If you are a part of a group or organization that would like to be represented please contact: Athena Pandolf, Executive Director, NCCD at info.natickcenter@gmail.com or call the office at 508-650-8848.
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February Highlights in the District
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Morse Institute Library - Wicked Pissed; Famous Feuds in N.E. History
February 7th at 7:00 pm. Ted Reinstein, a native New Englander, writer, and reporter for Chronicle, offers us fascinating stories, some known, others not so much, from the history of New England. He will bring to life many of the fights, spats, and arguments that have, in many ways, shaped the area itself. Reinstein demonstrates what it really means to be Wicked Pissed in New England.
Bacon Free Library - 2nd Online Children's Illustration Auction
February 26th - March 5th. Be ready to be amazed by the range of illustrations that you, too, could have in your home, created by renowned children’s book illustrators from all over the country (and some from across the pond:) Click on the link to get started: Children’s Illustrators Auction
Walnut Hill School for the Arts presents "Free to Be You and Me".
February 4th and 5th. Originally a TV musical: Adapted for the stage by Douglas Love and Regina Safran from Marlo Thomas' book of the same name; contributions by many writers. Performances: Saturday, February 4 at 11:00 am & 2:00 pm & Sunday, February 5 at 11:00 am & 2:00 pm.
Ticket price: $15. For tickets go to: http://www.ticketstage.com/walnuthill
TCAN - Kathy Mattea :The Acoustic Living Room Tour
February 10th. A genuine storyteller, Kathy draws inspiration from her Appalachian roots and is a torchbearer for often overlooked musical legacies like those of Hazel Dickens and Jean Ritchie. Her most recent album, Calling Me Home, is a collection of songs that celebrates the Appalachian culture of her native West Virginia and expands the vocabulary of acoustic roots music that has always served as her artistic center. Get your tickets HERE!
These are just the highlights but please check out their websites for a full schedule of events during the month of February. You may view them here: TCAN, The Morse Institute Library, Walnut Hill School for the Arts and the Bacon Free Library.
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Famous Feuds at the Morse Institute Library
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Bacon Free Library Children's
Illustration Auction
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Walnut Hill, "Free to be You and Me"
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Kathy Mattea, The Acoustic Living Room at TCAN
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Natick Center Cultural District
20 Main St., Suite 208
natickcenter.org
Natick, MA 01760 - 508-650-8848
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Please check out our Events Calendar at our website for information on Natick Center activities and information! Also visit the business directory for downtown information on local merchants, art classes,
organizations and much more!
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