Concerts, Movies, More: Tewksbury Library Events, Week Of June 15, 2025

Press release via Tewksbury Public Library

Event Registration

Please register online using our Calendar of Events at www.tewksburypl.org or by calling 978- 640-4490. Programs marked with an *RR require registration.

**PLEASE NOTE: The Tewksbury Hospital is repaving Hospital Road during the week of June 15. Please follow signage and traffic instructions provided by the Tewksbury Police Department. Throughout the work, there may be delays due to this project. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause when you are traveling to the library.**

Adult Events (In-Person)

OUTDOOR CONCERT SERIES: Abraxas (Santana Tribute Band)

Monday, June 16, 6:30pm

Enjoy a concert from the popular Santana Tribute Band, Abraxas. Celebrate the golden era of Carlos Santana's music. This tribute band has meticulously crafted a show that celebrates the legacy of Santana's unique blend of Latin-infused rock, blues, and jazz fusion. With an impressive repertoire that spans the entirety of Santana's career, from the classic hits to the deep cuts, Abraxas delivers a performance that is both authentic and electrifying. No registration required. This concert will take place on the library's back lawn. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own blankets or chairs. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be rescheduled. To supplement the cost of next year's concerts, the Friends of the Library will be selling raffle tickets and accepting donations at a table near the stage.

IN-PERSON: Now Playing Film Club (*RR)

Tuesday, June 17, 7pm

Love chatting about movies new and old? This is the place for you! Join fellow cinephiles four times a year to dig into a recently released film and chat through the plot, themes, cast, cinematography, and more. We'll start with The Wild Robot (2024) directed by Chris Sanders and starring Lupita Nyong'o and Pedro Pascal. This film is rated PG. Meetings will take place in the second floor Trustees Room. DVD copies of the film can be borrowed from TPL or through our wider library network of MVLC.

IN PERSON: MORNING MOVIE -- The Wedding Banquet (*RR)

Wednesday, June 18, 10:30am

Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood's newest DVD releases -- The Wedding Banquet. A gay man makes a deal with his lesbian friend: a green-card marriage for him, in exchange for in vitro fertilization treatments for her. Plans evolve as Min's grandmother surprises them with a Korean wedding banquet. Starring Bowen Yang and Lily Gladstone. Romantic Comedy. Rated R. 1 Hour, 43 Minutes. Doors will open at 10am. Film will start at 10:30am. Candy & water will be served. A $1 donation is suggested.

IN PERSON: Crafternoon

Wednesday, June 18, 1:30pm

Calling all knitters, crocheters, needle workers, beaders, and colorers! Bring your own craft project to the Library and work on it while enjoying conversation with other crafters. (Please, no crafts involving glue or paint.) Take advantage of the many books available at the library to get ideas for your next project or to explore a new craft.

IN PERSON: Other Worlds Fantasy Book Group -- Howl's Moving Castle (*RR)

Wednesday, June 18, 6:30pm

Join us for a discussion of Howl’s Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones. This discussion will be conducted in person in the Second Floor Trustees Room. Copies of the book are available for check out at the Front Desk.

OFFSITE: Take A Hike Through Tewksbury Hospital Cemetery (*RR)

Saturday, June 21, 10am

The Tewksbury Open Space & Recreation Committee and the Tewksbury Public Library invite you to take a guided hike of through the Tewksbury Hospital (Pines) Cemetery. The hike will be led by Open Space & Recreation Committee member Tom Branchaud. This easy hike is 2 miles long and will last approximately 90 minutes. The trail goes through the Pines Cemetery -- you will get a view of the Pines Burial Ground that was in use from 1890 into the 1930's, as well as some lesser known trail segments of these very popular trails. For parking, type "420 Livingston Street" in your GPS and park in the dirt lot.

Adult Events (Virtual)

VIRTUAL: Summer Beach Read Romance Recommendations (*RR)

Monday, June 16, 7pm

Lorelei, the creative director of Lorelei's Lit Lair and host of the virtual club "Let's Talk Romance Books,” will discuss some of her favorite romance beach reads. Affectionately referred to as a passionate Romance Ambassador, Lorelei has been offering book recommendations, author spotlights, giveaways and connecting authors with readers through social media since 2010, providing a safe and friendly environment for book lovers around the globe.

VIRTUAL: LGBTQ Groundbreakers On Broadway (*RR)

Monday, June 16, 7pm

Celebrate the artists and the shows that broke ground to amplify LGBTQIA voices on Broadway. Explore the lives and works of the accomplished Terrence McNally, Harvey Fierstein, Lisa Kron, and Paula Vogel. Led by Stephen Nachamie, an award-winning stage and film director who has worked on Broadway, Off-Broadway, regionally and internationally.

VIRTUAL: Armchair Travel To Japan (Kyoto, Kobe, Shimizu, Yokohama & Osaka) (*RR)

Tuesday, June 17, 2pm

Japan is a nation of islands that isolated itself from the outside world for many years. This enabled Japan to develop a unique culture and its own religion. Here it is common to see women walking around in kimonos especially when visiting shrines and temples. Explore Shinto shrines and customs, and visit Buddhist temples. Admire gardens, feudal castles, Mount Fuji and much more as we explore these Japanese cities. Led by retired high school teacher Sheila Taub, who now presents illustrated talks on her travels at libraries, senior centers, community centers and cruise ships.

VIRTUAL: How To Create A Tech-Healthy Family (*RR)

Tuesday, June 17, 7pm

Are you a parent (or grandparent) tired of screens taking over? Are you wondering how to help your kids (or grandkids) thrive in a digital world? Gain the confidence and tools you need to tackle tech head-on! Discover the five steps you can take to help reduce screen time, restore family time, and finally feel peace of mind. You will learn how to: (1) Create a family tech plan with your kids; (2) Take a slow-tech approach to introduce technology; and (3) Teach your children about digital dangers and distractions. Led by Andrea Davis, founder of Better Screen Time and author of Creating a Tech-Healthy Family: Ten Must-Have Conversations to Help You Worry Less and Connect More With Your Kids.

VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Marketing Plan (*RR)

Wednesday, June 18, 9:30am

The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career," this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!

VIRTUAL: AUTHOR HOUR IN MASSACHUSETTS: Bestselling Author Matt Goldman & Lori Roy (*RR)

Wednesday, June 18, 7pm

Bestselling author Matt Goldman will discuss his new thriller, The Murder Show, in conversation with author Lori Roy, author of The Final Episode, in this installment of "Author Hour in Massachusetts."

Kids Events (In-Person)

IN PERSON: Family Story Time

Monday, June 16, 10:15am

Join us for stories, songs, movement, instruments, dancing, and more for the whole family. Get your early literacy skills on! All of our story times are interactive for children and their caregivers. Please be ready to participate and play. Don't worry, we will have a printout with all of the songs and rhymes we are using so you can follow along! This story time session runs every Mondays from June 16 to August 4 (excluding closings and illnesses). You can drop in one week, every week or however works best for your schedule.

OFFSITE: Summer Kick Off at Livingston Park

Tuesday, June 17, 1pm-3pm

Celebrate the last day of school and the start of summer with free family fun at Livingston Park on Tuesday June 17th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm! The event features: free ice cream from the Tewksbury Police Department's ice cream truck; crafts for kids and teens; face painting; henna; summer reading sign-ups; music; hula hoops, chalk art, and bubbles; and more! This event is hosted in partnership with the Tewksbury Police Department and the Town of Tewksbury.

IN PERSON: Sidewalk Chalk

Friday, June 20, 10:30am

Come enjoy the sunshine with us behind the library! We'll have plenty of chalk to draw with, and the sidewalk will be our canvas. All you need to bring is some sunscreen and a smile! No registration required. This event is weather permitting. If it is raining, we will meet in the Meeting Room and draw with chalk on black paper. This event is open to children ages birth to grade 5.

Teen Events (In-Person)

OFFSITE: Summer Kick Off at Livingston Park

Tuesday, June 17, 1pm-3pm

Celebrate the last day of school and the start of summer with free family fun at Livingston Park on Tuesday June 17th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm! The event features: free ice cream from the Tewksbury Police Department's ice cream truck; crafts for kids and teens; face painting; henna; summer reading sign-ups; music; hula hoops, chalk art, and bubbles; and more! This event is hosted in partnership with the Tewksbury Police Department and the Town of Tewksbury.