5 Things To Do At The Tewksbury Library On Wednesday, July 25

Below are 5 things happening at the Tewksbury Public Library on Wednesday, July 25, 2018.

FOR ADULTS

OUTDOOR LIVING HISTORY SERIES: An Evening William Shakespeare (*RR)

Wednesday, July 25, 6:30pm

Actor J.T. Turner will perform his one-man show, "Will's World." How does a glovemaker’s son, with just a few years of formal schooling, become the most famous writer and poet in the world? In this one-man performance, William Shakespeare shares his life story, while providing insight into his greatest works and the world of Theater during the time of Queen Elizabeth. This engaging, interactive show features excerpts from A Midsummer Nights Dream, Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, Henry V, and As You Like It, as well as Shakespeare’s sonnets. Professional actor and Shakespeare expert J.T. Turner brings the Bard to life and makes his timeless works accessible for all. Performance to take place on the library's back lawn. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own blankets or chairs. In case of inclement weather, performance will take place in the library’s first-floor Fairgrieve Wing. Look for the overflow parking signs if the main parking lot fills up. Register HERE.

Evening Book Group Meeting: The Book That Matters Most by Anne Hood

Wednesday, July 25, 6:30pm

The library's Evening Book Group is reading The Book That Matters Mostby Anne Hood this month. Books and discussion guides are available at the Front Desk. New readers and new points of view are always welcome! No registration.

Citizen Archive Training (*RR)

Wednesday, July 25, 10:30am

In ONE hour you can save history for generations to come! Join us to learn how to save U.S. National Archives' historic documents, photos, and illustrations by typing and tagging! We will teach you how to create an account, navigate the National Archives' website and get tips on transcribing and tagging. Bring your own laptop or use one of ours! Register HERE.

FOR KIDS

Acting Up with Reader's Theatre (*RR)

Wednesday, July 25, 10:30am

Thursday, July 26, 10:30am

For independently reading children ages 8 to 11. Kids will have the most success if they are comfortable reading out loud in front of a crowd. Join us as we create a short one-of-a-kind play based on a book. Attendees MUST BE ABLE TO COME TO BOTH SESSIONS: Wednesday, July 25th and Thursday, the 26th. Both sessions are from 10:30am – 12:00pm. On Wednesday, we will read the book, put together our script, assign parts and rehearse. On Thursday, we will rehearse and hold the performance at 12:15pm. Register HERE.

FOR TEENS

Create A Podcast: Grades 6-12 (*RR)

Wednesday, July 25, 5:30pm

Are you a fan of podcasts? Have you ever wanted to create your own? Come help us create a teen-run podcast. This is a general pop culture podcast where we talk about everything from books to video games. Participants will receive service hours. Open to those in grades 6-12. Register HERE.