Natick Cultural Council

01/21/2026

Proud to support this event, the Natick MLK Day Dream Team and SPARK Kindness.

Together We Can Promote Kindness and Justice for ALL.

+ What: Natick's 21st Annual MLK Community Celebration
+ Who: All ages welcome!
+ When: Monday 1/19/26. Start with FREE Starbucks refreshments at 9:30am during Community Connection, followed by 10AM MLK Program (featuring keynote speaker Audi Lynch of METCO, student performances, creative contest winners, and more!)
+ Where: Natick High School (auditorium)
+ Additional Details: Help Fill the Van - bring nonperishable food, personal care items, or diapers for Natick Service Council and A Place To Turn Food Pantry. Drop-off at Natick High School, 9:30–11am on 1/19.

Learn more about this special community event: www.sparkkindness.org/events/naticks-21st-annual-mlk-community-celebration

Thank you to MLK Community Partners!
Town of Natick, MA, Natick 180, Natick Pegasus, Family Promise Metrowest, Walnut Hill School for the Arts , METCO, Inc., Natick Is United, Natick for Black Lives Matter - Metrowest, .metco, Natick Public Schools, Natick Center Cultural District, First Congregational Church of Natick, UCC

Thank you to MLK Supporters!
Natick Cultural Council, Community Initiative - Mass Cultural Council and Starbucks of Sherwood Plaza!

01/06/2026

Head to the Natick Farmers Market to hear musicians supported by the Natick Cultural Council!

Thank you to the Natick Cultural Council and the Mass Cultural Council for their 2026 grant approval which will pay the musicians during the Natick Farmers Market Winter Market.

This program is funded in part by a grant from the Natick Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

10/22/2025

Did you make it to the Natick Art Association Open Studios in the Natick Center Cultural District this weekend? What was your favorite artist or piece of art you saw? We were thrilled to visit some of our grantees, including Carol Krentzman and her newest mosaic.

10/15/2025

Deadline’s tomorrow!

The mission of the Natick Cultural Council (Council) is to promote excellence, education, and diversity in the arts, humanities and interpretative sciences to improve the quality of life for Natick residents and supports Natick-based artists and/or organizations. The Council awards grants based on t...

10/15/2025

Looking for a perfect Sunday? Join the TEN TREES BOOKS book brigade as they move across the street from their home at The Hive to their new shop (the old space of Calliope) at 9am, and stay in town for Open Studios of Natick Center Cultural District and Natick Art Association from noon-5pm.

10/05/2025

Reminder: The annual deadline for funding applications to the Natick Cultural Council are due October 16th.

The mission of the Natick Cultural Council (Council) is to promote excellence, education, and diversity in the arts, humanities and interpretative sciences to improve the quality of life for Natick residents and supports Natick-based artists and/or organizations. The Council awards grants based on t...

10/05/2025

Save the Date. The Massachusetts Cultural Council will host to honor the work of our grant recipients and colleagues across all of the Agency’s programs in Metrowest December 1st.

Regional gatherings to honor the work of grant recipients across all of the Agency's programs

10/03/2025

Did you know that the Natick Cultural Council gave out nearly $15,000 in grants to individual artists and presenters, groups, and organizations including town PTOs for arts, cultural, and interpretive sciences that entertain, educate, and enlighten Natick? Deadline is just 2 weeks away for the next cycle. Check for the application on the Mass Cultural Council site or email us for more information.

$5.7M in funding available for public projects such as field trips, library events, lectures, festivals, exhibits, and dance performances

09/24/2025

Deadline coming in just a few weeks, apply today!

$5.7M in funding available for public projects such as field trips, library events, lectures, festivals, exhibits, and dance performances

09/24/2025

Come see the work of an NCC grantee The A Ca****la Singers.

09/15/2025

Just one month left to get your grant application in for a Mass Cultural Council Local Cultural Councils grantee from Natick Cultural Council. Open to individuals, groups, organizations, and associations, if you’re a Natick resident and:or serving Natick with arts, entertainment, enlightenment, or cultural benefit, you can apply. Help us spread the word.

The mission of the Natick Cultural Council (Council) is to promote excellence, education, and diversity in the arts, humanities and interpretative sciences to improve the quality of life for Natick residents and supports Natick-based artists and/or organizations. The Council awards grants based on t...

09/15/2025

Another great program from SPARK Kindness who has been a Natick Cultural Council grantee for many years!

From tantrums to teen mood swings, many parents and caregivers wonder: Is this just a phase—or something more?

Join child psychiatrist and NAMI Associate Medical Director Dr. Christine Crawford for a powerful, practical conversation on kids’ mental health—from preschool through high school. Dr. Crawford will share compassionate guidance, expert insights, and real family stories to help you feel supported on your journey.

FREE Community Event co-hosted with NWH: The Resilience Project
- Tues, Oct 7th at 7pm
- Natick High School Auditorium
- Register now: www.sparkkindness.org/events/navigating-your-childs-mental-health

You are not alone—and together, we can help kids thrive. 💙