Comedian Steve Bjork; Festival of Trees Opening Night: Tewksbury Public Library Happenings

From the 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

Tewksbury Job Seekers Network: Opportunities at Middlesex Community College (*RR)

Monday, November 28, 2pm

Jennifer Migliozzi, Assistant Director of Admissions at Middlesex Community College, will discuss opportunities available at Middlesex for job seekers and career changers, such as certificate programs and online degree programs, and assist those interested in the application process.

How To Download Free Magazines with Zinio (*RR)

Tuesday, November 29, 2pm

Learn how to download free magazines via Zinio, a free online service offered to Tewksbury residents through the Boston Public Library. Demonstrations, videos, handouts and Q&A will be included. Please note this is NOT a hands-on session, but participants will leave ready to set up an account and start using Zinio on their own.

Author Visit: Inside U.S. Customs & Border Protection with Michael Cunningham (*RR)

Tuesday, November 29, 7pm

Learn what it’s like to be on the front line of U.S. Custom & Border Protection! Retired agent and author Michael Cunningham will discuss his book - In Safe Hands: True Stories About Men and Women of United States Customs and Border Protection, a compilation of stories about the day-to-day activities experienced by inspectors in the United States Customs Service. Q&A and book selling and signing after the talk for those interested.

Introduction To Acupuncture with David Eyerman (*RR)

Wednesday, November 30, 10:30am

In this informational talk by licensed acupuncturist David Eyerman, come learn about acupuncture: what it is, what it can do, and how it works to help relieve symptoms of body and mind. Following the talk, you will have an opportunity to experience what it feels like!

Tewksbury News Discussion Group (*RR)

Thursday, December 1, 12:30pm

Do you enjoy talking about town topics? Want to learn more about what’s going on in Tewksbury? Attend these weekly meetings to review the week’s local news & receive a free paper. Reporters will occasionally join us.

Author Visit: Almost Domesticated with Comedian Steve Bjork (*RR)

Thursday, December 1, 7pm

Comedian Steve Bjork, former editor of the Tewksbury Town Crier, will discuss his new book, Almost Domesticated: A Comedian's Collection of Short Stories and Essays. Be prepared to laugh! Q&A and book selling and signing after the talk for those interested.

Festival of Trees: Christmas Concert with the Merrimack Valley Chorus

Friday, December 2, 7:30pm

Drop-in to enjoy a free Christmas concert from The Merrimack Valley Chorus. No registration required. The concert is part of the Tewksbury Public Library’s Festival of Trees Opening Night, which runs from 6pm to 8:30pm. Bring the whole family to celebrate an evening of music, scavenger hunts, Santa letter writing, refreshments and more!

Film Screening: Pete’s Dragon (*RR)

Saturday, December 3, 7pm

Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood's newest DVD releases – Pete’s Dragon, an adventure starring Bryce Dallas Howard and Robert Bedford. The adventures of an orphaned boy named Pete and his best friend Elliot, who just so happens to be a dragon. Rated PG. Complimentary snacks and beverages.

Teen Events

Robot Wars For Teens (*RR)

Tuesday, November 29, 6pm

Watch bots battle! See droids and robots like BB-8, Dash, and MIP compete! OPTIONAL: Bring your smartphones to download control apps AND any robots you'd like to battle! For Grades 6-12.

Teen Community Service Night (*RR)

Wednesday, November 30, 5:30pm

Are you interested in: Helping out your community? Earning community service hours? Getting involved at your library? Join us for a Teen Community Service Night! Each month we will work a project which helps the community. For Grades 6-12.

Afternoon Teen Gaming & Hangout (*RR)

Friday, December 2, 3pm

Stop by the library for a fun afternoon! Enjoy Wii U, Xbox One S, and PS4 gaming, board games, fun activities, yummy snacks and more. Bring old friends and meet new friends! For Grades 6-12.

Kids Events

Tiny Tykes

Monday, November 28, 10:15am AND 11am

Join Miss Heather for some early literacy fun, including stories, songs, fingerplays, lap bounces and more! Please note that the 11am session is a repeat of the 10:15am session. For babies ages 0 months through 18 months.

Pajamarama Story Time

Monday, November 28, 7pm

Come listen to stories, sing songs, and do some movement at this special evening story time! Wear your pajamas if you'd like to! For ages 3 to 7.

Preschool Story Time

Tuesday, November 29, 11am

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

Wiggle Time

Wednesday, November 30, 10:15am AND 11am

Join Miss Noelle for some early literacy fun, including stories, movement, songs, fingerplays, instruments, and more! Please note that the 11am session is a repeat of the 10:15am session. For toddlers ages 18 months through 35 months.

Wacky Words Writer’s Workshop (*RR)

Wednesday, November 30, 3:30pm

Join Miss Noelle and Miss Heather in our new writer's club. Held once per month, this club will explore words, play games, and do fun creative writing activities. Limited to 10 participants. For children in grades 3 to 5.

Festival of Trees: Winter Songfest with Jeannie Mack

Friday, December 2, 6:15pm

A Family concert for all ages! Celebrate winter and the holidays in this songfest presented by the wonderful Jeannie Mack! She'll have even our youngest friends engaged in this great way to open up our Festival of Trees gala! Bring the whole family to celebrate an evening of music, scavenger hunts, Santa letter writing, refreshments and more!

Dads & Donuts Story Time

Saturday, December 3, 10:35am

Children and their favorite guy are invited to listen to stories and enjoy snacks at the library! Coffee, juice and donuts will be served at the END of the program. Moms and all caregivers are invited as well, of course, as are older or younger siblings. For ages 3 to 7.