Blues Concert; Evening with Isabella Stewart Gardner | Tewksbury Library Events

The following is the calendar of events from Aug. 3-11 at 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

Summer Author Series: Leslie Reichert ('The Joy of Green Cleaning') (*RR) - Thursday, August 3, 7pm
Author Leslie Reichert will discuss her book, The Joy of Green Cleaning. Hailed as the "Martha
Stewart of Green Cleaning," Reichert is a Green Cleaning Coach. She travels the country to
explain how to create a healthy, safe home with surprisingly easy steps. Her book includes a
collection of 101 simple DIY cleaning recipes for items you can make at home. Reichert, who
has appeared as a guest expert on the Dr. Oz Show, is a frequent homekeeping expert of the
Martha Stewart Living Radio and serves as Kmart's Cleaning Expert. Q&A and book selling
and signing after the event for those interested. Limited to 75 seats.

Summer Film Series: Going In Style (*RR) - Friday, August 4, 8pm
Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood's newest DVD releases -- Going In Style, a crime
comedy starring Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine and Alan Arkin. Desperate to pay the bills
and come through for their loved ones, three lifelong pals risk it all by embarking on a daring
bid to knock off the very bank that absconded their money. Rated PG-13. 96 minutes. Doors
will open 15 minutes early. Candy and water will be served. Can’t make it at 8pm? The library
will also screen the film at 12:30pm. Limited to 75 seats.

Tewksbury Job Seekers: Watch & Discuss 5 TED Talks For Job Seekers (*RR) - Monday, August 7, 2pm
Join fellow job seekers to watch and discuss five helpful TED Talks geared towards those who
are unemployed or underemployed. TED is a nonprofit devoted to spreading ideas, usually in
the form of short, powerful talks (18 minutes or less). There will be time for networking after
the presentation. Limited to 25 seats.

Summer Concert Series: Poor Howard Stith & Mike Bullfrog Rogers (*RR) - Monday, August 7, 7pm
Enjoy a one-hour concert with 'Poor Howard' Stith and Mike 'Bullfrog' Rogers on the library's event lawn. The duo -- Howard on guitar and vocals and Bullfrog on the harmonica -- bring
alive the blues tradition that originated in the Mississippi delta region in the early 20th century in this "Walk Through The Delta" concert. Poor Howard, a scholar of early blues, has been performing for over forty years. He carries on the 12-string guitar style that emerged in the 1930’s. His guitar work and poignant vocals transport audiences back to what American life was like nearly 100 years ago. Bullfrog draws his harmonica style from the playing of Sonny Terry, and although he has mastered many styles from folk to country, he captures perfectly the southern country blues of the Great Depression. CDs available for purchase after the concert for those interested. The performance will take place on the library’s event lawn. Bring your own chairs or blankets.

Summer Lecture Series: Planets, Moons, and the Search for Alien Life with Alessandro Massarotti (*RR) - Tuesday, August 8, 7pm
Alessandro Massarotti, PhD, Associate of the Department of Astronomy at Harvard University,
will discuss recent advances in planetary exploration and the search for alien life. Massarotti is
also an Associate Professor of Physics, Physics & Astronomy Department Chair, and Earth and
Planetary Science Program Director, at Stonehill College. Limited to 75 seats.

Poetry Circle (*RR) - Wednesday, August 9, 1:30pm
Join us as we appreciate and discuss a few poems each month! Poems will be available one
week before the meeting so that there will be time to look them over.

Summer Living History Series: An Evening with Isabella Stewart Gardner (*RR) - Wednesday, August 9, 7pm
Enjoy a one-hour performance from actress Jessica Piaia as she portrays Isabella Stewart
Gardner. Known for her flamboyant manner and free-spirited ways, Isabella Stewart Gardner
became known as the first American "Patroness of the Arts." The ambiance of her Back Bay
salon on Beacon Street inspired the creation of "Fenway Court," an architecturally lavish
backdrop for her significant collection of Italian Renaissance art. Fenway Court known today as
the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, was willed to the City of Boston for the "education and
enjoyment of the public forever," and stands as a monument to her aesthetic sensibilities. Jessa
Piaia studied performance at London's Oval House Theatre and graduated from the University
of Massachusetts in Boston. Piaia currently works at Harvard University. The performance will
take place on the library’s event lawn. Bring your own chairs or blankets. In the case of
inclement weather, the performance will be held in the library's Fairgrieve Wing.

Summer Author Series: Randy Ross (“God Bless Cambodia”) (*RR) - Thursday, August 10, 7pm
Author and comedian Randy Ross will discuss his new book, God Bless Cambodia. Sixteen
weeks, four continents, three bungee jumps, and one reluctant world traveler. Hear the story of
how a Boston homebody turned a solo trip around the globe into a comedy novel and an
acclaimed one-man show. Enjoy three-programs- in-one -- a slide show presentation of Ross's
travels, selected readings from his novel, and a live performance from portions of his one-man
show, "The Chronic Single's Handbook." Ross, who holds a Master's Degree in Journalism from Northwestern, previously worked as the executive editor of PC World Magazine. Q&A and book selling and signing after the event for those interested. Limited to 75 seats.

Summer Film Series: The Circle (*RR) - Friday, August 11, 8pm
Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood's newest DVD releases -- The Circle, a sci-fi thriller
starring Emma Watson and Tom Hanks. A woman lands a dream job at a powerful tech
company called the Circle, only to uncover an agenda that will affect the lives of all humanity.
Rated PG-13. 110 minutes. Doors will open 15 minutes early. Candy and water will be served.
Limited to 75 seats.

Kids Events

Songs and Stories with Steve Blunt & Marty Kelley - Thursday, August 3, 11am
Music and stories galore! Rock, roll, laugh, dance and more with award winning songwriter
Steve Blunt and award winning author-illustrator Marty Kelley! A ticket is required for
admittance to this program. FREE tickets are available at the Children's desk beginning on July
24th. Every "body" coming into the room needs a ticket. Limit of 6 per person. Tickets may
NOT be held via phone or email. For ages 3 and up. Funded by the Tewksbury Cultural Council
Family Fun Days: Chalk Day - Friday, August 4, 11am
This week’s Family Fun Friday is Chalk Day! Bring some chalk or use some of ours to have fun
drawing on the building. Draw or scribble to your heart's content! For all ages.
Summer Sprouts Story Time - Monday, August 7, 10:15am AND 11am
Join Miss Heather for a fun early literacy story time with books, music, dancing, instruments,
fingerplays and more! No registration required, but please check in a the desk when you arrive
to receive a chip as space is limited in the room. For infants and toddlers, up to 36 months.
Older siblings are always welcome.
Maker Mondays - Monday, August 7, 2pm
Come make something at the library this afternoon! We make something different each
Monday. Drop in any time during the session to make this week’s project. For ages 5 to 11.

Preschool Story Time- Tuesday, August 8, 11am

Join Miss Noelle for stories, songs, dancing, instruments and more in this early literacy session.
For ages 3 to 6 (older and younger siblings are always welcome).

Little Einsteins (*RR) - Tuesday, August 8, 2pm

Want your preschooler to have fun with science? Math? Engineering? Then come to this hands
on program where each time we meet we focus on a different subject to explore. You never
know what you'll learn next! This program is limited to 15 participants. Call the Children's
Desk at 978-640- 4496 to register.

Drop-In Preschool Craft - Wednesday, August 9, 11am
Drop in any time during the session today to make a fun craft with us! Limit one craft per child.
For ages 3 to 6 (older and younger siblings are always welcome).

Minecraft Madness with Jungle Jim (*RR) - Wednesday, August 9, 2pm
Combining balloon artistry, magic, comedy and improv, Jungle Jim creates an amazing
experience for children. Activities include the Building Block Madness Tournament, a riveting
Zombie Chase, the Balloon Firework Rocket extravaganza, and the incredible giant slime-ball
creation! For ages 5 to 11. Space is limited. Pick up a FREE ticket to attend this event at the
Children's desk beginning on July 31st. Every "body" coming into the room needs a ticket--
including adults! Limit of 6 tickets per person and sorry, tickets may NOT be held via phone or
email.

Drop-In Toddler Craft- Thursday, August 10, 10:30am
Come make a fun craft with us today! Drop in any time during the hour to create a craft project.
One craft per child. For 2 year olds (ages 18 months and up).

Summer Reading Club Party - Friday, August 11, 11am
For all members of our Summer Reading Club, this is our big party day! We are wrapping up
the Summer Reading Program today, so drop by for games, sprinklers, music, dancing,
freezepops and more! Drop by any time during the hour or so and pick up your summer reading
certificates and final prizes. (You can still come check in and pick up your prizes if you can't
make it today)

Teen Events

Teen Advisory Group (TAG) Meeting (*RR) - Tuesday, August 8, 5:30pm
Teens! Do you want to get involved at your library? Help plan fun teen events? Help build the
teen collection? Want to meet new friends? Need to earn community service hours? Join the
TAG! At TAG, we meet monthly, enjoy pizza, and participate in a fun activity. New members
always welcome. For teens in Grades 6-12.

Teen Book Swap (*RR) - Wednesday, August 9, 5:30pm

Teens, do you own books that you have read and don't know what to do with? Bring them to the
book swap and exchange them for something new! There are just a few guidelines: Books
should be in great condition. No broken bindings, stains, or writing in the books. For teens in
Grades 6-12. Books should be of interest and be appropriate for that age groups. Leftover items
will be donated to the Friend's Booksale.

Teen Friday Art: Cake Sculpture (*RR) - Friday, August 11, 2:30pm
Create a sculptural piece of “cake”! (Sorry you can’t eat it.) Inspired by artist Wayne
Thiebaud’s luscious images of desserts we will make a three-dimensional slice of cake using
everyday materials: cardboard, masking tape and paint. Use your creativity to personalize your
slice of cake. Presented by Pop Up Art School. For teens in Grades 6-12.