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Monday, October 111:00 AM—1:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Combating Opioids with Narcan
In recognition of National Substance Abuse Awareness Month, the Tewksbury Public Library and the Tewksbury Police Department have partnered to present this community awareness event. No registration is required. For more information, contact Tewksbury's Substance Abuse Prevention Program Director Maria Ruggiero at mruggiero@tewksbury-ma.…Learn MoreMonday, October 12:00—3:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Tewksbury Job Seekers Network: How To Prepare For A Job Interview
Do you ever feel unsure going into a job interview? This workshop will dissect job interviews to understand: how to set your mindset going in, what interviewers are looking for, how to engage in answering their questions, and what to ask them. The interactive session will involve an overview of these interview elements, role-play to practice answering questions, feedback, general discussion, and addressing your questions throughout.…Learn MoreMonday, October 17:00—8:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Fright Night: An Evening with Medium Ellen Henry
Medium Ellen Henry will discuss her craft and perform demonstrations on audience members. Learn about Ellen HERE. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.2
Tuesday, October 24:00—6:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Truth About Vaping
In recognition of National Substance Abuse Awareness Month, the Tewksbury Public Library and the Tewksbury Police Department have partnered to present this community awareness event. No registration is required. For more information, contact Tewksbury's Substance Abuse Prevention Program Director Maria Ruggiero at mruggiero@tewksbury-ma.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 27:00—8:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Author Visit: Massachusetts Leaders in the Woman Suffrage Movement
Author Barbara Berenson ("Massachusetts in the Woman Suffrage Movement: Revolutionary Reformers") gives local suffragists the attention they deserve and discusses the battle over historical memory that long obscured the state’s leading role. Massachusetts was at the center of the national struggle for woman suffrage.…Learn More3
Wednesday, October 310:30—11:30 AMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Morning Concert: Nora Tirrell
Enjoy a concert with Nora Tirrell, a Berklee-trained pop singer, guitarist, and pianist who recently released her debut alum, “All The World. ” Learn more about Nora HERE. Coffee & munchkins to be served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 31:30—3:00 PMTrustees' RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Tewksbury News Discussion Group
Do you enjoy talking about town topics? Want to learn more about what’s going on in Tewksbury? Attend these monthly meetings to review the month's major local news stories. All attendees will receive copies of some of the most interesting Tewksbury news stories recently published in the Tewksbury Town Crier, Tewksbury Advocate, Lowell Sun, Your Tewksbury Today, and Tewksbury Patch.…Learn More4
Thursday, October 412:30—1:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Lunchtime Lecture: 57 Balloons: A High-Flying True Story
Meet Kevin Walsh, who made national news for traveling around the skies of Boston carried by 57 helium balloons. Hear his wild story. Learn more about Kevin HERE. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.Thursday, October 47:00—8:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Author Visit: The Struggle To Protect LGBTQ Youth In School
Author Stephen Lane ("No Sanctuary: Teachers and the School Reform That Brought Gay Rights to the Masses") will share the inspiring story of a mostly unseen rescue attempt by a small group of teachers, not too far from Tewksbury, who led the push to make schools safer for their LGBTQ students.…Learn More5
Friday, October 512:30—2:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Film Screening: Life of the Party
Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood's newest DVD releases -- Life of the Party, a comedy starring Melissa McCarthy & Matt Walsh. After her husband abruptly asks for a divorce, a middle-aged mother returns to college in order to complete her degree.…Learn MoreFriday, October 57:00—9:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Film Screening: Life of the Party
Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood's newest DVD releases -- Life of the Party, a comedy starring Melissa McCarthy & Matt Walsh. After her husband abruptly asks for a divorce, a middle-aged mother returns to college in order to complete her degree.…Learn More6
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Monday, October 8Library Closed
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Tuesday, October 91:00—5:00 PMLocal History RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Tewksbury History Helpers
Members of the Tewksbury Historical Society will be at the library on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month in the Local History Room to answer inquiries or assist you in your own research.
Tuesday, October 97:00—8:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Author Visit: Narwhals -- The Unicorns Of The Sea
Author Todd McLeish ("Narwhals: Arctic Whales in a Melting World") will explore the most unusual and least studied large whale -- the Narwhal. Todd has been writing about wildlife and environmental issues for more than 25 years, publishing four books and hundreds of newspaper and magazine articles, often focusing on issues facing endangered species.…Learn More10
Wednesday, October 1010:30 AM—12:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Documentary Screening: Three Identical Strangers
Enjoy a screening of the recently released, critically acclaimed documentary, Three Identical Strangers. In 1980 New York, 3 young men who were all adopted meet each other & find out they're triplets who were separated at birth. Then they discover why.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 101:30—3:00 PMTrustees' RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Poetry Circle
Join us as we appreciate and discuss a few poems each month!
Wednesday, October 101:30—3:00 PMTrustees' RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Poetry Circle
Join us as we appreciate and discuss a few poems each month!
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Thursday, October 1110:30 AM—12:00 PMTrustees' RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Non-Fiction Book Group: Killers of the Flower Moon
Please join us for a discussion of Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI by David Grann. The best-selling author of The Lost City of Z presents a true account of the early 20th- century murders of dozens of wealthy Osage and law-enforcement officials.…Learn MoreThursday, October 1112:30—1:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Lunchtime Lecture: Natural Solutions for Healthy Living
Explore the benefits of using essential oils. Learn what these oils are made from and how they’re used, including for food preparation, beauty treatments, ailments, and more. Attendees will receive complimentary samples. Led by wellness advocate Debbie Webb.…Learn MoreThursday, October 117:00—8:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Author Visit: The Golden Age of New England's Neon Signs
Author Susan Mara Bregman ("New England Neon") will celebrate the golden age of neon signs in New England (Great Depression through the 1960s) and reveal where you can visit today if you're nostalgic for these glowing works of art. Susan has been photographing old neon signs in the region since 2012 and now finds herself on a mission to document New England’s neon landscape before it completely disappears.…Learn More12
Friday, October 1212:30—2:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Film Screening: Tag
Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood's newest DVD releases -- Tag, a comedy starring Ed Helms, Jeremy Renner & Jon Hamm. A small group of former classmates organize an elaborate, annual game of tag that requires some to travel all over the country.…Learn MoreFriday, October 127:00—9:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Film Screening: Tag
Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood's newest DVD releases -- Tag, a comedy starring Ed Helms, Jeremy Renner & Jon Hamm. A small group of former classmates organize an elaborate, annual game of tag that requires some to travel all over the country.…Learn More13
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Monday, October 1511:00 AM—1:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Truth About Vaping
In recognition of National Substance Abuse Awareness Month, the Tewksbury Public Library and the Tewksbury Police Department have partnered to present this community awareness event. No registration is required. For more information, contact Tewksbury's Substance Abuse Prevention Program Director Maria Ruggiero at mruggiero@tewksbury-ma.…Learn MoreMonday, October 152:00—3:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Tewksbury Job Seekers Network: How To Handle Stress During The Search
When we’re laid off from a job or leave on our own, it’s stressful. Add to that the hunt for another job, which can be a full-time job in itself, and the tension builds. The longer we’re searching, the more stressful we become. We begin to wonder whether something is wrong with us, and the guilt and shame we manufacture propels us into more anxiety.…Learn MoreMonday, October 157:00—8:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Fright Night: Monsters & Legends of New England
Mike Girard, founder of Strange New England, will discuss the region’s legends, folklore, curious history, and weird destinations, with a focus on monsters. Girard is a professional explorer/historian that has been traveling across the Northeast for the past 25+ years, documenting the most wild and mysterious locations in New England.…Learn More16
Tuesday, October 167:00—8:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Author Visit: A Woman’s Guide To Life After 60
Author Jan Cannon ("Maturing with Moxie: A Woman’s Guide to Life After 60" and "Now What Do I Do? The Woman’s Guide to a New Career") will take a close look at personal and professional circumstances affecting women over sixty, explore the decisions women often must make as they age; and offer sensible, helpful advice on everyday questions surrounding employment, Medicare, changing family dynamics, health, social networks, housing choices, and money management.…Learn More17
Wednesday, October 1710:30—11:30 AMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Morning Concert: Prateek Poddar
Enjoy a concert with Prateek Poddar, a New England Music Awards "Songwriter of the Year" Nominee. The Boston Globe raves, "Prateek's honest, elegant song-craft & luminous voice capture the ear & heart immediately. " Learn more about Prateek HERE.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 171:30—3:00 PMTrustees' RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Crafternoon
Calling all knitters, crocheters, needle workers, beaders, and colorers! Bring your own craft project to the Library and work on it while enjoying conversation with other crafters. (Please, no crafts involving glue or paint. ) Take advantage of the many books available at the library to get ideas for your next project or to explore a new craft.…Learn More18
Thursday, October 1812:30—1:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Lunchtime Lecture: Fraud Prevention With The Better Business Bureau
Discover the most common scams circulating in Tewksbury, the major "red flags" to watch for, & precautionary steps you can take to protect yourself from falling victim. Led by Amy Schram, Senior Community Relations Specialist for the Better Business Bureau.…Learn MoreThursday, October 187:00—8:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Author Visit: A Mother’s Journey Through Her Daughter’s Opioid Addiction
Author Maureen Cavanagh ("If You Love Me: A Mother’s Journey Through Her Daughter’s Opioid Addiction") will share her story of a mother who suddenly finds herself on the frontlines of the opioid epidemic as her daughter battles substance use disorder.…Learn More19
Friday, October 1912:30—2:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Film Screening: Ocean's Eight
Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood's newest DVD releases -- Ocean's Eight, an action crime comedy starring Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett & Anne Hathaway. Debbie Ocean gathers an all-female crew to attempt an impossible heist at New York City's yearly Met Gala.…Learn More
Friday, October 197:00—9:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Film Screening: Ocean's Eight
Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood's newest DVD releases -- Ocean's Eight, an action crime comedy starring Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett & Anne Hathaway. Debbie Ocean gathers an all-female crew to attempt an impossible heist at New York City's yearly Met Gala.…Learn More
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Monday, October 222:00—3:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Tewksbury Job Seekers Network: How To Manage Your Time & Organize Your Search
Certified life coach Linda King will discuss her new book, Jump-Start That Job Search, on time management, staying organized, keeping commitments and staying calm for job seekers. Learn more about Linda HERE. There will be plenty of time for networking after the presentation.…Learn MoreMonday, October 226:00—8:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Welcome To Tewksbury Reception
Have you moved to town in the past five years? Are you interested in learning more about what Tewksbury has to offer? You are invited to the 2nd Annual "Welcome To Tewksbury" Reception, sponsored by the Library & the Wilmington-Tewksbury Chamber of Commerce.…Learn More23
Tuesday, October 231:00—5:00 PMLocal History RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Tewksbury History Helpers
Members of the Tewksbury Historical Society will be at the library on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month in the Local History Room to answer inquiries or assist you in your own research.
Tuesday, October 232:00—7:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Red Cross Blood Drive
The Tewksbury Public Library is hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive. The need for blood is constant and your donation can help save up to 3 lives. Drop-ins are welcome. You can also schedule an appointment ahead of time on the Red Cross website. Donors will receive a mini swag bag with small gifts generously donated by Wilmington-Tewksbury Chamber of Commerce members.24
Wednesday, October 2410:30 AM—12:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Documentary Screening: Whitney
Enjoy a screening of the recently released, critically acclaimed documentary, Whitney. Take an in-depth look at the life and music of Whitney Houston. Rated R. 120 minutes. Doors will open 30 minutes early. Candy and bottled water will be served. Co-sponsored by the Friends of the Library and Tewksbury Lions Club.Wednesday, October 246:30—8:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Evening Book Group Meeting: The Spymistress
The library's Evening Book Group is reading The Spymistress by Jennifer Chiaverini this month. Born to slave-holding aristocracy in Richmond, Virginia, and educated by Northern Quakers, Elizabeth Van Lew was a paradox of her time. When her native state seceded in 1861, Van Lew's convictions compelled her to defy the new Confederate regime.…Learn More25
Thursday, October 2512:30—1:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Lunchtime Lecture: Help The Merrimack & Shawsheen Rivers
Explore two of the region's most precious resources -- the Merrimack River and the Shawsheen River. Learn all about stormwater runoff and how individuals can do their part by creating rain gardens. Led by Rusty Russell, Executive Director of the Merrimack River Watershed Council.…Learn More26
Friday, October 2612:30—2:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Film Screening: Jurassic World -- Fallen Kingdom
Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood's newest DVD releases -- Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, a sci-fi action adventure starring Chris Pratt & Bryce Dallas Howard. When the island's dormant volcano begins roaring to life, Owen and Claire mount a campaign to rescue the remaining dinosaurs from this extinction-level event.…Learn MoreFriday, October 267:00—9:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Film Screening: Jurassic World -- Fallen Kingdom
Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood's newest DVD releases -- Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, a sci-fi action adventure starring Chris Pratt & Bryce Dallas Howard. When the island's dormant volcano begins roaring to life, Owen and Claire mount a campaign to rescue the remaining dinosaurs from this extinction-level event.…Learn More27
Saturday, October 2711:00 AM—1:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
1918 Flu Pandemic: A Focus On Massachusetts
The Public Health Museum has organized three presentations on the 1918 Flu Pandemic in Massachusetts. 11:10am -- What Is Influenza? What Is Pandemic Influenza? What Was The 1918 Pandemic? Presented by Al DeMaria, MD, Massachusetts Department of Public Health11:30am -- 10,000 Grip Cases In Lynn: Nurses Needed! Presented by Barbara Poremba, EdD, MPH, MS, RNCS, Professor Emeritus of Nursing, Salem State University & Adult Nurse Practitioner12:15pm -- Exploration of the Multi-Faceted Ways the 1918 Flu Pandemic Impacted Families, Sometimes For Generations.…Learn More28
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Monday, October 292:00—3:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Tewksbury Job Seekers Network: How To Use Lynda.com In Your Search
Lynda. com is an online resource of video courses taught by industry experts, with content specifically for job seekers. Learn how to access it FOR FREE with an introductory video and demonstration from librarian Robert Hayes. There will be plenty of time for networking after the presentation.…Learn MoreMonday, October 297:00—8:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Fright Night: An Evening with Paranormal Investigator Ron Kolek
Author Ron Kolek ("More Ghost Chronicles: Stories from the Realm of the Unknown, the Unexplained, and the Unbelievable") will provide
a unique perspective into the lives of people touched by the paranormal. Ron, with his down to earth scientific approach, and his colleague Maureen, with her psychic insight, will share the results of some of their recent paranormal investigations conducted across New England.…Learn More30
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Wednesday, October 3110:30—11:30 AMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Morning Concert: A Halloween Concert For Adults with Jessica Mercy
Enjoy a concert with the classically-trained duo of Jessica Mercy and Sergio Salvucci, featuring some frights and musical delights, as they play you through the decades of Halloween. Jessica, well-known for fusing opera with rock and pop, is the lead singer of several bands, including "Anaria" and "Walking Gray.…Learn More