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Tuesday, October 12:00—3:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Armchair Travel To Croatia and Montenegro ("Pearls in the Adriatic")
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Dubrovnik, Croatia and Kotor, Montenegro are vibrant and scenic neighbors on the shores of the Adriatic Sea.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 13:30—5:00 PMEvent LawnTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
First FloorTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Meeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Teen RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
TEEN: Welcome to the Teen Room (Grades 6-12)
New to Tewksbury? In grades 6-12? Just haven't visited the teen room in awhile? Come in to see the new mural, the updated teen room, meet the teen staff and celebrate at our annual Welcome to the Teen Room event! We'll have cake, pizza, gaming in the teen room and a petting zoo outside! The petting zoo will have animals like alpacas, sheep, goats and chickens.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 14:30—4:45 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Barks & Books with Benny
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Benny!Tuesday, October 14:45—5:00 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Barks & Books with Benny
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Benny!Tuesday, October 15:00—5:15 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Barks & Books with Benny
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Benny!Tuesday, October 15:15—5:30 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Barks & Books with Benny
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Benny!Tuesday, October 17:00—8:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Ditch The Fall Garden Clean-Up
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the ZOOM webinar via email. ** The standard fall garden “clean-up” is a disaster for our ecosystem, in more ways than most of us know. So, leave those leaves! Life abounds in the leaf litter of our gardens, and the seasonal cycles of both growth and decay are critical to building healthy soil.…Learn More2
Wednesday, October 29:30—11:30 AMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Cover Letters & Using AI In Your Job Search
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career," this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!
Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 210:15—11:45 AMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
IN PERSON: MORNING MOVIE -- Kung Fu Panda 4
Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood's newest animated films -- Kung Fu Panda 4. After Po is tapped to become the Spiritual Leader of the Valley of Peace, he needs to find and train a new Dragon Warrior, while a wicked sorceress plans to re-summon all the master villains whom Po has vanquished to the spirit realm.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 21:30—3:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
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HYBRID: The Armchair Detectives Mystery Book Group -- "Knots and Crosses"
Do you love a good mystery? Join the library's Book Club, "The Armchair Detectives!" While investigating a series of gory killings of young, innocent girls, Edinburgh police detective John Rebus, a former member of Britain's elite SAS, discovers his own ties to the killer and is brought up against his own memories, which hold the key to unraveling the case.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 27:00—8:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Friends of the TPLibrary Meeting
In Person Monthly meeting of the fabulous Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library. All are welcome to attend this meeting of the Friends' Board. Email questions to: friendstplibrary@gmail. com
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Thursday, October 311:00—11:45 AMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Children's RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Preschool Playgroup
Preschool playgroup is a weekly group where kids can meet, play, and learn. Pick up some literacy skills and have some fun while you're at it!
This program is hosted by Community Teamwork.…Learn MoreThursday, October 33:30—4:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
IN PERSON: Meditation Class (5-Week Series)
Chris Connolly, RN, BSN, owner of "Living My Dream Yoga," will lead a 5-week series of meditation classes. Classes will take place from 3:30pm to 4:30pm over five consecutive Thursdays -- October 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 -- in the library's Meeting Room. Classes are designed for both those who are new to meditation and regular practitioners.…Learn MoreThursday, October 37:00—8:30 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: How To Sort Your Photos In 3 Steps
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Have too many photographs to sort? Learn the three steps you can take today to make sense of your boxes of memories.…Learn MoreThursday, October 37:00—8:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Males and Females Are Different, and That Matters in Sports
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** There is ongoing debate about who should be allowed to compete in female (girls’ & women’s) sports.…Learn More
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Friday, October 41:30—3:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
IN PERSON: AFTERNOON MOVIE -- Goodbye, Hello
Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood's newest DVD releases -- Goodbye, Hello. Nate Ryan returns home to Bundy Canyon to visit his dying father. With the help of Amal, a compulsively unfiltered hospice nurse, Nate opens old wounds in an attempt to make peace with his incredibly unpeaceful father.…Learn MoreFriday, October 42:00—3:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: A Celebration Of 100 Of The Best Romantic Comedy Films (From A Feminist's Perspective)
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Author Corrina Antrobu will discuss her brand new book, I Love Romcoms and I am a Feminist, a celebration of 100 of the best romantic comedies of all time – all with proper feminist credentials.…Learn More5
Saturday, October 510:30 AM—2:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
IN PERSON 20s & 30s: Brunch & Board Games
Join Tewksbury Public Library on Saturday morning for a light brunch and fun board games in the meeting room! All board games will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own if you'd like to share!
Coffee and tea will be available as well as breakfast snacks.…Learn More6
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Monday, October 72:00—3:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: JOB SEARCH HELP -- Resume & Cover Letter Best Practices
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Discover the latest best practices for resume and cover letter writing. Led by Kelli Hrivnak, the founder of Knak Digital, a boutique recruitment firm that specializes in identifying and matching technology, digital marketing, and creative talent with hyper-growth businesses.…Learn MoreMonday, October 72:00—3:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Elections in Real Time -- Current Events In A College Classroom
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Aren't you curious what young people are talking about regarding current events and, specifically, this election cycle? If so, join Professors Racheal Cobb and Robert Rosenthal, of Suffolk University, as they conducts their “Elections in Real Time” class live for us to view and participate! They and their students will discuss the current events of the day and we can ask questions and make comments.…Learn MoreMonday, October 74:00—4:15 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
CANCELED - Barks & Books with Diamond
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Diamond!Monday, October 74:15—4:30 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
CANCELED - Barks & Books with Diamond
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Diamond!Monday, October 74:30—4:45 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
CANCELED - Barks & Books with Diamond
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Diamond!Monday, October 74:45—5:00 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
CANCELED - Barks & Books with Diamond
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Diamond!Monday, October 75:30—6:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
IN-PERSON: Friends of the TPL Fundraiser & Self Defense Institute Demonstation
Learn about Martial Arts/Karate with The Self-Defense Institute!See a demonstration from the Youth Group of The Self-Defense Institute. Learn how to register for the 26th Annual Fall Registration for ages 3 1/2 - 18 years and adults; and embark on a journey filled with excitement, adventure and endless possibilities.…Learn More
Monday, October 77:00—8:30 PMTrustees' RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
IN PERSON Science Squared Discussion Group--The Pluto Files
Science Two Ways @ TPL!
Join us IN PERSON on the first Monday monthly to discuss either a science themed book or a science fiction book. Please note that our location has changed to the 2nd Floor Trustees' Room.
This month we will read and discuss The Pluto Files by Neil deGrasse Tyson.…Learn MoreMonday, October 77:00—8:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Ways To Have A Greener Holiday Season For Families
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Embracing the rhythms of winter is key to creating eco-conscious holiday traditions. Rather than getting carried away by the holiday rush, use this time as an opportunity to create the kind of holiday season you truly want - one focused on the magic of family and togetherness instead of stuff.…Learn More8
Tuesday, October 83:30—4:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
CANCELED - TEEN: String Monster Keychains (Grades 6-12)
Join us for a Halloween-themed craft--String Monster Keychains! We will be using pipe cleaner, embroidery thread, yarn, and hot glue to make our spooky crafts. As always, our events are FREE and supplies will be provided for every registered attendee, so be sure to register below! If you have any questions, please email Kate, our Teen Library Assistant, at kjennings@tewksburypl.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 84:30—4:45 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Barks & Books with Benny
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Benny!Tuesday, October 84:45—5:00 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Barks & Books with Benny
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Benny!Tuesday, October 85:00—5:15 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Barks & Books with Benny
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Benny!Tuesday, October 85:15—5:30 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Barks & Books with Benny
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Benny!Tuesday, October 86:00—8:00 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Children's RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Craft RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Heath Brook Welcome Night
Heath Brook School families are invited to visit the library tonightTuesday, October 86:00—7:30 PMOffsiteTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
OFFSITE: Field Trip To Public Health Museum
Come explore the Public Health Museum in this special guided tour. The Museum preserves records and artifacts from our nation’s public health history while educating the public about the achievements and contributions of public health. There are exhibits on Tuberculosis, Polio, Patent Medicines, Dentistry, and much more.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 87:00—7:30 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Book Recommendations with Bookstagrammer Jody Blanchette (@redreadreviews)
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the ZOOM webinar via email. ** Not sure what to read next? Join Jody Blanchette for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations. Please note Judy's recommendations will focus primarily on thrillers and horror.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 87:00—8:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Learn How Amateur Sleuths Are Using Forensic Genealogy To Solve Crimes From Home
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the ZOOM webinar via email. ** Thousands of unidentified bodies are discovered in America every year according to estimates from the U. S. Department of Justice.…Learn More9
Wednesday, October 910:30—11:30 AMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: A Closer Look at Chipmunks and Squirrels with the Mass Audubon
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** It's hard to miss the fall frenzy, and sometimes humorous antics, of chipmunks and squirrels scurrying across forests and backyards in search of food for winter storage.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 91:30—3:30 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Poetry Circle Discussion
Join us virtually via ZOOM to read and discuss poems monthly on the second Wednesday of each month from 1:30-3:00pm. All poems are distributed one week prior to the meeting and are available in print at the library or via email.
Register through ZOOM to receive the meeting link and poems.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 96:00—8:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
CANCELED - TEEN: Teen Advisory Board (Grades 6-12)
Want to make a difference? Have ideas about how to improve the library for teens? Interested in running an event? Join us for our Teen Advisory Board, open to all teens in grades 6-12. Each meeting we'll discuss ideas for teens at TPL! You'll earn two hours for volunteering for each meeting that you attend.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 97:00—8:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Presidential Paranormal with Tim Weisberg
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Enjoy an entertaining look at the supernatural side of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. From séances in the Crimson Room with Mary Todd Lincoln to secret alien exchange programs under Dwight Eisenhower, there’s no shortage of weird when it comes to the White House.…Learn More10
Thursday, October 1010:30 AM—12:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
IN PERSON: Non-Fiction Book Group: Working Stiff
Join us for a discussion of "Working Stiff: Two Years, 262 Bodies, and the Making of a Medical Examiner" by Judy Melinek, M. D. This discussion will be conducted in person in the First Floor Meeting Room. No registration required. Copies of the book are available for check out at the Front Desk.…Learn MoreThursday, October 1010:30—11:45 AMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Faith Ringgold -- Artist, Author, Educator, Organizer
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Faith Ringgold, who died at 93 in April of this year, once said, “Your job is to tell your story. Your story has to come out of your life, your environment, who you are, where you come from.…Learn MoreThursday, October 1011:00—11:45 AMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Children's RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Preschool Playgroup
Preschool playgroup is a weekly group where kids can meet, play, and learn. Pick up some literacy skills and have some fun while you're at it!
This program is hosted by Community Teamwork.…Learn MoreThursday, October 103:30—4:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
IN PERSON: Meditation Class (5-Week Series)
Chris Connolly, RN, BSN, owner of "Living My Dream Yoga," will lead a 5-week series of meditation classes. Classes will take place from 3:30pm to 4:30pm over five consecutive Thursdays -- October 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 -- in the library's Meeting Room. Classes are designed for both those who are new to meditation and regular practitioners.…Learn MoreThursday, October 107:00—8:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Going To Extremes -- A Travel Journalist's Tour of the Globe's Most Adventurous Outposts
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Award-winning adventure travel journalist Peter Mandel will share his most extreme travel experiences -- surviving a coup in Ecuador, visiting a 'city' of penguins at the South Pole, fishing for piranha on Brazil's Rio Negro, floating in the Goodyear Blimp, sailing on an Arctic icebreaker, camping in the African bush, and kayaking to the Statue of Liberty.…Learn MoreThursday, October 107:00—8:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Bestselling Author Madeline Martin Discusses "The Booklover's Library"
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Bestselling author Madeline Martin will discuss her new historical fiction novel, The Booklover's Library, a heartwarming story about a mother and daughter in wartime England and the power of books that bring them together.…Learn More11
Friday, October 1110:00—11:30 AMOffsiteTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
OFFSITE: MORNING MOVIE @ SENIOR CENTER -- The Nana Project
Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood's newest DVD releases -- The Nana Project. Follow Helen "Nana" Lewis, a feisty chess master, and her grandsons, as they embark on a road trip to support her rise to state championships. Starring Mercedes Ruehl. Comedy.…Learn MoreFriday, October 1110:15—10:45 AMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Tiny Tykes Story Time
Tiny Tykes Storytime is designed for young children ages 0 to 2 years old. Join us for a fun session of stories, songs, fingerplays, and gentle movement that help build early literacy skills. Babies experience the sounds and structure of language through rhythm, rhyme and repetition.…Learn MoreFriday, October 111:30—3:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
IN PERSON: AFTERNOON MOVIE -- The Nana Project
Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood's newest DVD releases -- The Nana Project. Follow Helen "Nana" Lewis, a feisty chess master, and her grandsons, as they embark on a road trip to support her rise to state championships. Starring Mercedes Ruehl. Comedy.…Learn MoreFriday, October 116:00—8:30 PMThroughout LibraryTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
IN PERSON 20s & 30s: Ice Scream Social
It’s spooky season! Drop by this after hours event to celebrate the Halloween season. This festive evening includes: Ice scream sundae barThemed mocktailsMini pumpkin painting Glow-in-the-dark mini golfTemporary tattoos and themed accessories Ouija and Tarot cards SnacksSpooky movie trivia Costumes encouraged but not required.…Learn More12
Saturday, October 1210:00—11:30 AMOffsiteTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
OFFSITE: Hike At Rogers Park
The Tewksbury Open Space & Recreation Committee and the Tewksbury Public Library invite you to take a guided hike at Rogers Park. The hike will be led by Open Space & Recreation Committee member Tom Branchaud. This easy hike is 1. 6 miles long and will last approximately 75 minutes.…Learn More13
Sunday, October 132:30—4:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: African Art in the Medieval World with The Fitchburg Art Museum
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Explore African Art from the medieval world, from 1000 to 1600 CE. Examine the Trans-Saharan trade, and famous works from all around Africa, including Igbo-Ukwu, Ife, Benin, Djenné, Lalibela, and Great Zimbabwe.…Learn More14
Monday, October 14Library Closed
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Tuesday, October 1510:30—11:30 AMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Armchair Travel To Paris (A LIVE Walk In The Latin Quarter Of Paris)
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** French tour guide Patrick Herpe returns to give viewers a live tour of Paris. He'll be walking while ZOOMing with us to show live video of the Latin Quarter of Paris, on the left bank of the Seine, around the Sorbonne.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 154:00—5:00 PMCraft RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
CANCELED - IN PERSON: Chess Class Series presented by Tewksbury Recreation
Kids in grades K-5 can learn how to play chess, and for those who already know how to play, learn new ways to let your creativity flow on the chess board.
Tuesday afternoons October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12, 19, 26 and December 3. This is an eight 8-week series.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 154:00—5:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
TEEN: Manga Book Club (Grades 6-12)
Join us in person to discuss the first volume of Full Metal Alchemist and to pick the manga we'll discuss at the other meetings. This event is open to teens in grades 6-12. You can pick up a copy of the manga in the teen room starting on October 1. Questions? Email Emily at tewksburypl.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 154:30—4:45 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Barks & Books with Benny
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Benny!Tuesday, October 154:45—5:00 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Barks & Books with Benny
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Benny!Tuesday, October 155:00—5:15 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Barks & Books with Benny
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Benny!Tuesday, October 155:15—5:30 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Barks & Books with Benny
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Benny!Tuesday, October 156:00—6:30 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Craft RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
PJ Story Time
Have early literacy fun with stories, movement and a craft at this evening story time. Pajamas are optional but encouraged. PJ Story time is designed with children ages 2-5 years old in mind. No registration required. Please drop in!--ACCCESSIBILITY STATEMENT: The TPL does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing a reasonable modification to participate in our events, services or documentation.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 157:00—8:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: The Life, Times & Music of Carole King
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the ZOOM webinar via email. ** Explore the story of Carole King’s rise from 1960s Brill Building songwriter to the superstar-creator of Tapestry, the highest selling album in music industry history up to that point.…Learn More16
Wednesday, October 169:30—11:30 AMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Thinking Out The Box (A Panel Event)
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career," this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!
Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 1610:15—11:45 AMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
IN PERSON: MORNING MOVIE -- The Garfield Movie
Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood's newest animated films -- The Garfield Movie. After Garfield's unexpected reunion with his long-lost father, ragged alley cat Vic, he and his canine friend Odie are forced from their perfectly pampered lives to join Vic on a risky heist.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 161:30—3:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
IN PERSON: 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 MoreWednesday, October 164:00—4:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Sprouts Story Time
Join Miss Emily for stories, songs, movement, instruments, dancing and more, and get your early literacy skills on! Sprouts Storytime is designed for is designed for little ones from 2-5 years old. --
ACCCESSIBILITY STATEMENT: The TPL does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing a reasonable modification to participate in our events, services or documentation.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 166:30—8:00 PMTrustees' RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
IN PERSON: Other Worlds Fantasy Book Group -- Gideon the Ninth
For a special spooky edition of Other Worlds we'll be reading Gideon the Ninth, the first book in New Zealand author Tamsyn Muir's Locked Tomb series. The first book follows Gideon Nav, a wise-cracking orphan raised on a planet that worships the dead and protects a mysterious locked tomb.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 166:30—7:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
CANCELED - TEEN: Book Club (Grades 9-12)
Interested in those special YA books nominated for awards? Join our book club! Each month we'll read an award nominated YA title and chat about it. This book club is open for teens in grades 9-12. Copies of the book will be available starting on October 2 in the Teen Room.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 167:00—8:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Eerie Legends -- Creepy Creatures, The Paranormal, & Folklore From Around The World
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Artist Ricardo Diseño and writer Steve Mockus will discuss their latest book, Eerie Legends: An Illustrated Exploration of Creepy Creatures, the Paranormal, and Folklore From Around the World, a fascinating and frightening collection of folk tale monsters, ghosts, and other scary things that dwell in the dark.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 167:00—8:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Ghosts of Sleepy Hollow
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Nestled on the banks of the Hudson River, Sleepy Hollow and Tarrytown are steeped in history and ghost lore.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 168:00—9:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Redefining Solo Travel
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Want to travel solo but not sure where to start? For some, the idea of traveling alone -- being your own logistics squad, capturing memories, and dining alone in a restaurant -- sounds less-than-tantalizing, but Beth Santos believes that it's not just good for you -- it's absolutely necessary.…Learn More17
Thursday, October 1710:30—11:45 AMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Women Impressionist Painters
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Explore the contributions of women Impressionists painters in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in France and America.…Learn MoreThursday, October 1711:00—11:45 AMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Children's RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Preschool Playgroup
Preschool playgroup is a weekly group where kids can meet, play, and learn. Pick up some literacy skills and have some fun while you're at it!
This program is hosted by Community Teamwork.…Learn MoreThursday, October 173:30—4:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
IN PERSON: Meditation Class (5-Week Series)
Chris Connolly, RN, BSN, owner of "Living My Dream Yoga," will lead a 5-week series of meditation classes. Classes will take place from 3:30pm to 4:30pm over five consecutive Thursdays -- October 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 -- in the library's Meeting Room. Classes are designed for both those who are new to meditation and regular practitioners.…Learn MoreThursday, October 177:00—8:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: A History of Activism Through Cookbooks
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. **
Food has often been a way for activist communities to fundraise, connect, and spread the word about their cause.…Learn MoreThursday, October 177:00—8:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: All About Bats with MassWildlife
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Discover the critical role bats play in maintaining a healthy ecosystem and learn about the pressing threats they face.…Learn More18
Friday, October 186:30—8:15 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
IN PERSON: MOVIE NIGHT -- Thelma
Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood's newest DVD releases -- Thelma. When 93-year-old Thelma Post gets duped by a phone scammer pretending to be her grandson, she sets out on a treacherous quest across the city to reclaim what was taken from her.…Learn MoreFriday, October 187:00—8:15 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: The Mysteries of the Irish Hellfire Club
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** One of the United Kingdom's leading paranormal investigator Steve Parsons will discuss the mysteries of the Irish Hellfire Club.…Learn More19
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Sunday, October 201:00—4:00 PMOffsiteTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
OFFSITE: Tewksbury Fall-O-Ween
The Town of Tewksbury is pleased to announce that it will host the first-ever Fall-O-Ween Celebration on Sunday, October 20, 2024 from 1-4pm on the Town Common, 1009 Main Street. Join us for this FREE event. It will be a fun, family friendly afternoon to include:
Pumpkin decorating and kids crafts
Sensory-friendly Halloween-themed activities
Haunted house
Face painting
Balloon twisting
Exotic animal meet and greet Trunk-or-Treat, food trucks, and more!More details about parking and partial street closures to be released at a later date.…Learn More21
Monday, October 2112:00—1:00 PMTeen RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
TEEN: Homeschool Board Games (Grades 6-12)
Want to meet other teens? Love playing board games? Join us for a meet and greet geared towards homeschooled teens! We'll set up a bunch of board games, grab some new friends and play. Due to the ability to host multiple people at this event, we will not all be playing the same game.…Learn MoreMonday, October 212:00—3:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: JOB SEARCH HELP -- Insider Insights on the White-Collar Job Market
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Delve into the white-collar job market's future for Q4 of 2024. Using historical economic data from past election years and real-time insights from the presenter's private clients and recruitment firm, this session will provide a comprehensive analysis of market trends and predictions.…Learn MoreMonday, October 214:00—4:15 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Barks & Books with Diamond
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Diamond!Monday, October 214:15—4:30 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Barks & Books with Diamond
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Diamond!Monday, October 214:30—4:45 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Barks & Books with Diamond
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Diamond!Monday, October 214:45—5:00 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Barks & Books with Diamond
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Diamond!Monday, October 217:00—8:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Monster Romance Panel with Kass O'Shire, Lyonne Riley & Ami Wright
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Authors Kass O'Shire (Monsters in Love: Lost in the Underworld), Lyonne Riley (Capturing the Orc's Heart), and Ami Wright (Summoning my Grumpy Demon Boss) will discuss the rise of monster romances, their favorite monsters to write (and match up with a hero/heroine), diversity in the genre, their publishing journeys, and more.…Learn MoreMonday, October 217:00—8:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Environmental & Health Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Meat production and commercial fishing consume lots of natural resources while generating significant amounts of pollution.…Learn MoreMonday, October 217:00—8:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
IN PERSON: Adult Paint Night ("Watercolor Fall Leaves")
Learn the basics of watercolor painting with an autumn twist! Whether you prefer to draw your own leaves or use our traceable templates, you'll enjoy watching the vibrant colors mingle and blend using the wet-on-wet technique. Perfect for beginners, this program will ignite your creativity and you’ll leave the class with beautiful fall-themed artwork.…Learn More22
Tuesday, October 2210:30—11:45 AMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Armchair Travel To Saudi Arabia
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Saudi Arabia, the largest nation on the Arabian Peninsula, has witnessed enormous changes during the last hundred years - notably, the rise in power of strict religious conservatives and untold wealth from the discovery of the world’s largest source of petroleum.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 222:00—3:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: The Anglo-Saxons -- The Beginnings of England
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** In the early fifth century, Britain was a ruined Roman province – a land of crumbling temples and abandoned villas.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 223:30—4:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
TEEN: Mini Pumpkin Wreath (Grades 6-12)
In celebration of autumn, we will be making a fall-themed craft--a mini pumpkin wreath! As always, our events are FREE and supplies will be provided for every registered attendee, so be sure to register below! If you have any questions, please email Kate, our Teen Library Assistant, at kjennings@tewksburypl.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 224:00—5:00 PMCraft RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
CANCELED - IN PERSON: Chess Class Series presented by Tewksbury Recreation
Kids in grades K-5 can learn how to play chess, and for those who already know how to play, learn new ways to let your creativity flow on the chess board.
Tuesday afternoons October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12, 19, 26 and December 3. This is an eight 8-week series.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 224:30—4:45 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Barks & Books with Benny
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Benny!Tuesday, October 224:45—5:00 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Barks & Books with Benny
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Benny!Tuesday, October 225:00—5:15 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Barks & Books with Benny
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Benny!Tuesday, October 225:15—5:30 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Barks & Books with Benny
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Benny!Tuesday, October 227:00—8:30 PMTrustees' RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Monthly meeting of the TPL Board of Library Trustees. Agendas are posted at least 48 hours before each meeting on the Town of Tewksbury website: https://www. tewksbury-ma. gov/AgendaCenterACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT: The TPL does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing a reasonable modification to participate in our events, services or documentation.…Learn More
Tuesday, October 227:00—8:15 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: The Haunting of Edgar Allan Poe
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** The life of Edgar Allan Poe is as haunting as the ones that fill the stories and poems he composed in his short, often tumultuous life.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 227:00—8:15 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: TEWKSBURY WRITING GROUP -- Advice From Bestselling Mystery Author Cate Conte
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email. ** Are you a writer -- or an aspiring writer -- looking for some support? The Tewksbury Writing Group is open to everyone who's interested in writing -- all genres, all skill levels.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 227:00—8:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
IN PERSON: Cooking Class -- How To Make Hot Sauce & Mash
In this class, learn the principles of fermentation via a demonstration of how to make a lactofermented hot sauce and hot pepper mash. Instructor Emily Makrez will show you how to turn hot peppers into a fiery and delicious condiment that will last. The demonstration will include the basic principles of fermentation so you will leave with the knowledge and confidence to be able to safely ferment practically anything! Also learn about the benefits of lacto-fermented food and how adding these foods to our diets are a benefit to our overall health.…Learn More23
Wednesday, October 2310:15—11:45 AMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
IN PERSON: MORNING MOVIE -- Inside Out 2
Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood's newest animated films -- Inside Out 2. A sequel that features Riley entering puberty and experiencing brand new, more complex emotions as a result. As Riley tries to adapt to her teenage years, her old emotions try to adapt to the possibility of being replaced.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 236:30—7:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
TEEN: Gingerbread Zombies (Grades 6-12)
Get ready to celebrate October with a creepy, delicious spin! Get creative and use different edible supplies to decorate your very own gingerbread zombie. Have any allergies? Please let Emily know by Wednesday October 16 at 9 pm. If you contact us after this point, we may not be able to accommodate any requests.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 237:00—8:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: The Origins and Evolution of Project 2025
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Project 2025 has been in the news lately but, for some, it seemed to come out of nowhere. Delve into the history of this document and its origins, which can be traced back through the Reagan Years to a meeting of prominent conservative thought leaders in 1979.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 237:00—8:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: The History of the Ouija Board
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Explore the history of the Ouija board, its various uses throughout the ages, and its past and present reputation.…Learn More24
Thursday, October 2411:00—11:45 AMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Children's RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Preschool Playgroup
Preschool playgroup is a weekly group where kids can meet, play, and learn. Pick up some literacy skills and have some fun while you're at it!
This program is hosted by Community Teamwork.…Learn MoreThursday, October 241:00—2:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: A History Of Shipwrecks Near Massachusetts
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** The ocean waters off of Massachusetts have been called the Graveyard of the North Atlantic with over 3,000 wrecks here since European sailors first began exploring the shores of the western Atlantic.…Learn MoreThursday, October 243:30—4:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
IN PERSON: Meditation Class (5-Week Series)
Chris Connolly, RN, BSN, owner of "Living My Dream Yoga," will lead a 5-week series of meditation classes. Classes will take place from 3:30pm to 4:30pm over five consecutive Thursdays -- October 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 -- in the library's Meeting Room. Classes are designed for both those who are new to meditation and regular practitioners.…Learn MoreThursday, October 247:00—8:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Art History’s Best Dressed
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Satins, silks, velvets and furs - through the years, artists have flattered their subjects with beautiful clothes rendered with awe-inspiring detail.…Learn MoreThursday, October 247:00—8:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Understanding The Crisis In Sudan
This program has been POSTPONED to 2025. Exact date TBA. **PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. **Explore the origins of the conflict in Sudan, Sudan’s history of authoritarianism and Islamist rule, the country’s fragmented internal security apparatus, and regional and ethnic divisions.…Learn More25
Friday, October 2510:00—11:30 AMOffsiteTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
OFFSITE: MORNING MOVIE @ SENIOR CENTER -- The Boy In The Woods
Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood's newest DVD releases — The Boy In The Woods. The remarkable true-life survival story of a Jewish boy hiding and being hunted in the forests of Nazi-occupied Eastern Europe. Historical Drama. 1 Hour, 36 minutes.…Learn MoreFriday, October 2510:15—10:45 AMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Tiny Tykes Story Time
Tiny Tykes Storytime is designed for young children ages 0 to 2 years old. Join us for a fun session of stories, songs, fingerplays, and gentle movement that help build early literacy skills. Babies experience the sounds and structure of language through rhythm, rhyme and repetition.…Learn MoreFriday, October 251:30—3:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
IN PERSON: AFTERNOON MOVIE -- The Boy In The Woods
Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood's newest DVD releases — The Boy In The Woods. The remarkable true-life survival story of a Jewish boy hiding and being hunted in the forests of Nazi-occupied Eastern Europe. Historical Drama. 1 Hour, 36 minutes.…Learn MoreFriday, October 252:00—3:15 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: New England Ghost Stories ("Nefarious New England")
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** There’s nothing quite like a New England ghost story. From Peter Rugg’s ghostly carriage ride to the haunting of the Sterling Opera House, there is a wealth of spooky tales that are told all over the northeast.…Learn More26
Saturday, October 262:00—3:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
John Wolforth's Halloween Story
John Wolforth reads his spooky Halloween story, The Witch’s Revenge, followed by a craft - a fun time for the whole family!
About the author: John Wolforth began writing in his twenties, inspired by his love for Halloween and scary stories. John never tried to publish anything until the digital age allowed him to share his stories with the world.…Learn More27
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Monday, October 2810:30—11:15 AMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Spanish Fun Story Time with Esther Gomez
Join special guest Esther Gomez for a fun Story Time in English and Spanish! There will be Bilingual Storytelling, based on history, myths, tales, and legends, narrated consecutive in English and Spanish by native Spanish speakers who wear traditional dresses, followed by singing and dancing!--
ACCCESSIBILITY STATEMENT: The TPL does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing a reasonable modification to participate in our events, services or documentation.…Learn MoreMonday, October 282:00—3:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: JOB SEARCH HELP - 10 Essential Ways To Avoid Job Scams & Conduct A Productive Modern Search
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Over the years, job scams have become more complicated and complex. Technology’s advancement allows scammers to appear as hiring managers, employers, career professionals, and recruiters to lure them into fake job opportunities, scamming them for money and private data.…Learn MoreMonday, October 284:00—4:15 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Barks & Books with Diamond
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Diamond!Monday, October 284:15—4:30 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Barks & Books with Diamond
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Diamond!Monday, October 284:30—4:45 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Barks & Books with Diamond
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Diamond!Monday, October 284:45—5:00 PMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Barks & Books with Diamond
Practice reading to our therapy dog, Diamond!Monday, October 286:30—7:30 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: 2024 Presidential Election -- Thinking About American Democracy in Times of Polarization
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Join Joshua Dyck, Director of the Center for Public Opinion at UMass Lowell, to learn about current polling data and forecasts, and discuss the current state of American politics, with the 2024 election as the backdrop.…Learn MoreMonday, October 287:00—8:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
IN PERSON: Adult Craft Night
Enjoy making a craft while socializing with others! This month's featured craft is a painted jack-o'-lantern. All supplies provided. Led by longtime crafter Rachelle Toth, host of the local access TV show "Crafts 'n' Stuff. "
Register below. Space is limited.…Learn MoreMonday, October 287:00—8:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Haunted Lighthouses of New England
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the ZOOM webinar via email. ** Lighthouses and ghost stories often seem to go hand in hand. Learn about several haunted lighthouse legends of New England.…Learn More29
Tuesday, October 2911:00—11:30 AMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Meeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Kids N' Harmony James Lepler
Join musician James Lepler for an interactive performance for children aged 0-6 and their caregivers. Sing and dance along to a high energy mix of original and traditional songs!Sponsored by Community Teamwork Inc's Family Resource Network. The Family Resource Network is funded by the Coordinated Family and Community Engagement Grant (CFCE) from the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care.…Learn More
Tuesday, October 292:00—3:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Armchair Travel To Greece (Thrace) With The Traveling Librarian
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Join Jeff Klapes, the Traveling Librarian, for his newest armchair travel presentation. This series highlights travel photography and stories and travel tips about destinations around the world.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 294:00—5:00 PMCraft RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
CANCELED - IN PERSON: Chess Class Series presented by Tewksbury Recreation
Kids in grades K-5 can learn how to play chess, and for those who already know how to play, learn new ways to let your creativity flow on the chess board.
Tuesday afternoons October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12, 19, 26 and December 3. This is an eight 8-week series.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 294:00—5:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
TEEN: Quiet Study (Grades 6-12)
Looking for a quiet place to study? Need to get homework done without interactions? Just looking for a quiet place to read? Join our quiet study hour from 4-5 PM in the Meeting Room. This event is open to teens in grades 6-12. --
ACCCESSIBILITY STATEMENT: The TPL does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing a reasonable modification to participate in our events, services or documentation.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 296:00—8:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
IN PERSON: Adult Board Game Night
Enjoy playing board games while socializing with others! This month, board game extraordinaire Jonah McCreary will be teaching us how to play two games -- Betrayal at House on the Hill and Sleeping Queens 2. Additionally, several tables will be available for "open play" if you'd like to bring your own games or borrow one of the library's games to play.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 296:00—7:00 PMCraft RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Lego Club
Get creative with different Lego challenges to see what you can create with what you are given. At the end, make your own creation to be displayed in the library!This event is open to children in grades 4-5. Registration is required. --
ACCCESSIBILITY STATEMENT: The TPL does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing a reasonable modification to participate in our events, services or documentation.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 297:00—8:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: The Art of Commemoration and America’s First Rural Cemetery
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Long before the establishment of Boston’s public art museums, Mount Auburn Cemetery, in Cambridge and Watertown, was a major attraction for visitors and a pleasure ground shaping artistic taste.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 297:00—8:15 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Brink of War? The US, Iran & The Middle East in 2024
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** In February 2024, the United States carried out some 85 airstrikes against Iranian-backed militias in Iraq and Syria, following the killing of three US service people by a drone attack on a US base.…Learn More30
Wednesday, October 3010:15—11:45 AMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
IN PERSON: MORNING MOVIE -- Despicable Me 4
Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood's newest animated films -- Despicable Me 4. Gru, Lucy, Margo, Edith, and Agnes welcome a new member to the family, Gru Jr. , who is intent on tormenting his dad. Gru faces a new nemesis in Maxime Le Mal and his girlfriend Valentina, and the family is forced to go on the run.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 304:00—4:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Sprouts Story Time
Join Miss Emily for stories, songs, movement, instruments, dancing and more, and get your early literacy skills on! Sprouts Storytime is designed for is designed for little ones from 2-5 years old. --
ACCCESSIBILITY STATEMENT: The TPL does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing a reasonable modification to participate in our events, services or documentation.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 305:00—5:45 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
TEEN: Lego Club (Grades 6-12)
It's time to build! Join Emily and make your own Lego creations to fit different challenges. Legos will be provided. --ACCCESSIBILITY STATEMENT: The TPL does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing a reasonable modification to participate in our events, services or documentation.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 306:30—8:00 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
IN PERSON: The Page-Turners Fiction Book Group -- Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow
This month, join us for a discussion of Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin. In December of his junior year at Harvard, Sam exits a subway car and sees Sadie Green and a game begins: a legendary collaboration that will launch them to stardom.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 307:00—8:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Ghost Lore & Paranormal Reports From Western Massachusetts
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Ghost stories from the Berkshires have never been so creepy, fun, and full of mystery! Did you know that at the Mount, the former home of famous author Edith Wharton, a shadowy phantom haunts the halls? Or that a ghost train still steams through the Hoosac Tunnel? Can you believe there's a top-hatted ghost who wakes guests in the night at the historic Red Lion Inn in Stockbridge? Pulled right from history, these ghostly tales will change the way you see the Berkshires forever, and have you sleeping with the lights on! Led by Robert Oakes, author of The Ghostly Tales of the Berkshires and Ghosts of the Berkshires.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 307:00—8:00 PMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: How Universities Protect Perpetrators and Betray Survivors of Sexual Violence
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Campus sexual violence is one of the most controversial topics of the last decade, but few people have actually seen inside a Title IX Office for themselves.…Learn More31
Thursday, October 31All DayChildren's RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
First FloorTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Teen RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Throughout LibraryTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Trick or Treat at the Library
Trick or treating at the libraryThursday, October 3110:30—11:30 AMOnlineTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
VIRTUAL: Edward Hopper -- Sunlight and Solitude
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Whether it is a bustling city or a Cape Cod beach, Edward Hopper’s iconic paintings capture a feeling of stillness and quiet tension.…Learn MoreThursday, October 3111:00—11:45 AMActivities RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Children's RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Preschool Playgroup
Preschool playgroup is a weekly group where kids can meet, play, and learn. Pick up some literacy skills and have some fun while you're at it!
This program is hosted by Community Teamwork.…Learn MoreThursday, October 313:30—4:30 PMMeeting RoomTewksbury Public Library300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
IN PERSON: Meditation Class (5-Week Series)
Chris Connolly, RN, BSN, owner of "Living My Dream Yoga," will lead a 5-week series of meditation classes. Classes will take place from 3:30pm to 4:30pm over five consecutive Thursdays -- October 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 -- in the library's Meeting Room. Classes are designed for both those who are new to meditation and regular practitioners.…Learn More