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5 Things To Do At Tewksbury Public Library On Monday, December 17

Caregivers Program, Help For Job Seekers, Story Times For Babies, Read To A Therapy Dog, & More!

Below are FIVE things to do at the Tewksbury Public Library on Monday, December 17, 2018.

FOR ADULTS

The Savvy Caregiver Program For Caregivers Caring For Those With Alzheimer’s Or Dementia

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Monday, December 17, 10:30am

Taking care of a person living with a cognitive impairment is specialized work. To do this work successfully, caregivers need special skills, knowledge, and a positive attitude that helps them care for others as well as themselves. Begin to become an expert in caring for someone with a cognitive impairment by: Understanding the impact of Dementia on both you and the person you are caring for; Learning the skills you need to manage daily life; Taking control & set goals; Communicating more effectively; Strengthening family resources; Feeling better about your caregiving; and Taking care of you! Led by Crystal Polizzotti, Healthy Living Caregiver Coordinator from Elderly Services of the Merrimack Valley. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Register HERE.

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Tewksbury Job Seekers Network: Put Your Dream To The Test

Monday, December 17, 2pm

Answer the ten questions that will help you determine and achieve your dreams. Take your dream from ethereal to achievable. Learn how to crystallize your vision and galvanize your commitment. Led by certified professional speaker, trainer, and coach Srdjan Perisic, of The John Maxwell Team. There will be plenty of time for networking after the presentation. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Register HERE.

FOR KIDS

Tiny Tykes Story Time

Monday, December 17, 10:15am AND 11am
For young children ages 0 to 18 months. Older siblings are always welcome to join in! Join us for a fun session of stories, songs, fingerplays, instruments, and gentle movement that help build early literacy skills. Please note, we have 2 sessions that are the same, one is at 10:15am and the other is at 11:00am. No registration required.HOWEVER, there is limited space in the room. Please check in at the Children's desk upon arrival to check to see if there is still room available in the session.

Barks & Books with Prince

Monday, December 17, 5pm-6:30pm
For students reading INDEPENDENTLY in Grades K to 5. Kids (especially those struggling with reading) are invited to sign up for a one-on-one session with our service dog Prince on Mondays. Each session lasts for 15 minutes in private in our Story Time Room. 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! Register HERE or by calling 978-640-4490.

FOR ALL AGES

Festival of Trees

There are 40 Christmas trees throughout the building, decorated by local non-profit organizations, businesses and schools. Take a stroll around the building to get into the holiday spirit. In addition, grab a scavenger hunt sheet at the Children's Desk to make things even more interesting. If you post a selfie with one of our trees on Facebook or Instagram, tag it #TPLTrees18 to be entered to win an awesome prize.

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