Tewksbury Public Library Events, Week Of May 27

Information via Tewksbury Public Library

Event Registration

Please register online using our Calendar of Events at www.tewksburypl.org or by calling 978- 640-4490. We strongly recommend registration for programs that are marked *RR. Thank you to the Friends of the Library for generously sponsoring our programs.

Adult Events (In-Person)

IN PERSON: Adult Board Game Night (*RR)

Tuesday, May 28, 6pm

Enjoy playing board games while socializing with others! This month, board game extraordinaire Jonah McCreary will be teaching us how to play two games -- Disney Villainous and Sagrada. 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. Light refreshments will be provided.

IN PERSON: Neverland Book Club

Wednesday, May 29, 1:30pm

The Neverland Book Club is a club for adults, where we read children's books! We will be meeting on the last Wednesday of each month at 1:30pm. This month, we will be discussing Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH by Robert O'Brien. Books can be picked up at the circulation desk up to a month prior to the book club date.

IN PERSON: Neverland Book Club

Wednesday, May 29, 6:30pm

This month, join us for a discussion of Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn. New members are always welcome! Copies of the book are available at the Front Desk one month prior to meeting.

Adult Events (Virtual)

VIRTUAL: Off The Beaten Path In New England -- A Photographic Journey (*RR)

Tuesday, May 28, 7pm

Take a trip with New England photographer Bruce Magnuson and explore sites in the region that are off the beaten path. The Rutland Prison Camp and Dana Common are linked to the creation of the Quabbin Reservoir in Central Massachusetts, which now supplies much of the drinking water for Eastern Massachusetts. Further east, Dogtown, outside Gloucester, has its own complicated history that ranges from colonial times to the present day. In western New Hampshire, Madam Sherri Forest includes ruins of a jazz age mansion and abundant natural beauty. Requiring a bit more effort to get to, these hidden gems offer a glimpse into New England’s rich history, scenic beauty, and stories that echo through time. Whether you’re drawn to solitude, artistic inspiration, or simply curious exploration, these lesser-known places hold their own magic.

VIRTUAL: TEWKSBURY WRITING GROUP -- Advice From Author David Daniel (*RR)

Tuesday, May 28, 7pm

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. Each meeting -- which will take place via Zoom -- features a guest speaker (typically a published author or editor) offering some tips of the trade. The May 2024 guest speaker is author David Daniel. The group is facilitated by author Dale T. Phillips

VIRTUAL: The World's Most Fascinating Museums with Bestseller & Cartoonist Bob Eckstein (*RR)

Wednesday, May 29, 7pm

Museum enthusiasts, this one is for you! Author Bob Eckstein will discuss his new book, Footnotes from the Most Fascinating Museums: Stories and Memorable Moments from People Who Love Museums. The book is a collection of the greatest and most beloved museums of North America, illustrated and explored through fun and fascinating anecdotes. You'll enjoy this delightful twist on an art history book shows these 75+ museums in a way not seen before, illustrated in a lush and idealized style. Eckstein is an award-winning illustrator, writer, and cartoonist for the New Yorker, New York Times, Reader’s Digest, Smithsonian Magazine, and many others. His Footnotes from the World's Greatest Bookstores was a New York Times bestseller and made many “Best Of” 2016 lists. Eckstein was editor for The Ultimate Cartoon Book of Book Cartoons series and is contributing editor for Writer’s Digest.

VIRTUAL: Maxfield Parrish -- Myth & Whimsy (*RR)

Thursday, May 30, 7pm

Working in the first half of the 20th century, the New Hampshire artist Maxfield Parrish skyrocketed to success as an illustrator with his distinct saturated hues and neoclassical themes. His prolific career helped to shape the Golden Age of Illustration in the US and his fantastic landscapes and ethereal figures transported audiences to other realms. Enjoy an overview of the artist’s life, inspiration, and artistic output. Led by art historian Jane Oneail, founder of Culturally Curious, a company that curates and delivers art appreciation programs for audiences worldwide. With a Master’s in Art History from Boston University and a Master’s in Education from Harvard University, Oneail has worked at some of New Hampshire's most esteemed cultural institutions, including as Executive Director of the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen and Senior Educator at the Currier Museum of Art. She has also taught at the college level for more than a decade, most recently at Southern New Hampshire University.

Teen Events (In-Person)

IN PERSON: Felt Succulents (*RR)

Tuesday, May 28, 3:30pm

Join us for a craft perfect for spring, Felt Succulents! Materials will be provided for every registered attendee! If you have any questions, please email Kate, our Teen Library Assistant, at [email protected]. This event is open to anyone in grades 6-12.

Children’s Events (In-Person)

IN PERSON: Sprouts Story Time

Tuesday, May 28, 11am

Join Miss Kat 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 18 months through 4 years, but siblings are always welcome.

IN PERSON: Barks & Books with Benny (*RR)

Tuesday, May 28, 4:30pm-5:30pm

Kids (especially those struggling with reading) are invited to sign up for a one-on-one session with our service dog Benny on Tuesday afternoons. Each session lasts for 15 minutes in private - just you, Benny, and his human Mom, Melanie. Bring your own book or borrow one of ours to read. This is a great way to build literacy confidence and fluency with a non-judgmental canine reading partner! For students reading independently in Grades K to 5.

IN PERSON: Lego Club

Wednesday, May 29, 4pm

Join Miss Kat for Lego Club! We'll provide the Legos, and you can build whatever you can dream up in sixty minutes. This program is intended for kids ages 6-11.

IN PERSON: Barks & Books with Misty (*RR)

Wednesday, May 29, 4pm-5pm

Kids (especially those struggling with reading) are invited to sign up for a one-on-one session with our service dog Misty on Wednesday mornings. Each session lasts for 15 minutes in private - just you, Misty, and his human Mom, Dianne. Bring your own book or borrow one of ours to read. This is a great way to build literacy confidence and fluency with a non-judgmental canine reading partner! For students reading independently in Grades K to 5.

IN PERSON: Pokémon Club

Wednesday, May 29, 6pm

Calling all Pokémon trainers! TPL Is starting a Pokémon Club for fans like you! Bring your cards to trade and show off! Battle a friend! Learn to draw Pikachu! All trades must be approved by parent or guardian

IN-PERSON: Preschool Playgroup

Thursday, May 30, 11am

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.

IN PERSON: Haitian Creole Bilingual Story Hour (*RR)

Thursday, May 30, 3pm

The Community Teamwork Family Resource Network is here weekly! Practice using your home language with us! Our staff will be here with an interpreter speaking Haitian Creole. At our playgroup we will work on Early Literacy skills and more! Ask CTI about any resources they can help provide for you and your family. This program is for children aged 0-5. The Family Resource Network is funded by the Coordinated Family and Community Engagement Grant (CFCE) from the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care.