Piano Concert, Astrology Workshop, Mini Golf Fundraiser: Upcoming Events at the Tewksbury Public Library

Tewksbury, MA— Here's a look at what's going on at the Tewksbury Public Library from Oct. 17-23. Registration is strongly recommended for events marked RR, courtesy of the Tewksbury Public Library

Adult Events

Piano Concert with Eric Genuis (*RR)

Monday, October 17, 10:30am

Enjoy a free one-hour concert from world renowned composer, virtuoso pianist and acclaimed performer Eric Genuis. Genuis has been performing worldwide for nearly 20 years, upwards of 100 concerts annually. Genuis is a musical tour de force and his concerts are a proven thrill to music lovers of both classical and contemporary music.

Tewksbury Job Seekers Network: Get Your Mind Right During Your Search (*RR)

Monday, October 17, 2pm

Explore tips, techniques and ah-has! for bringing the supportive influence of your thoughts to your job search. Come join an interactive session with others in a career transition where career coach Bonnie Petrovich shares insights and strategies from her own experience and some of her clients’. Prepare to transform how you are approaching your job-search and your life!

How To Protect Your Family From The Next Recession with Theresa Mixon (*RR)

Monday, October 17, 7pm

Participate in a community-involved discussion focused on how to best prepare for any recession. The facilitator will share her personal story involving the 2008 Recession and discuss meaningful actions you can take that may result in the creation of a better financial plan for you and your loved ones.

How To Download Free Movies With Hoopla (*RR)

Tuesday, October 18, 10:30am

Learn how to download free magazines via Freegal, a free online music download and streaming service. Demonstrations, videos, handouts and Q&A will be included. While this is not a hands-on session, participants will leave ready to set up an account and start using Freegal on their own.

How To Use Pinterest (*RR)

Wednesday, October 19, 10:30am

Learn the basics of Pinterest with demonstrations, videos, handouts and Q&A. While this is not a hands-on session, participants will leave ready to set up an account and start using Pinterest on their own.

How To Use Instagram (*RR)

Wednesday, October 19, 11:30am

Learn the basics of Instagram with demonstrations, videos, handouts and Q&A. While this is not a hands-on session, participants will leave ready to set up an account and start using Instagram on their own.

What’s Happening In Tewksbury This Week? (*RR)

Thursday, October 20, 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.

FRIGHT NIGHT: Don’t Fear The Future! Intro To Astrology (*RR)

Thursday, October 20, 7pm

Bewitched, bothered or bewildered? Come to this entertaining and informative workshop led by Sally Cragin. Learn the basics of your sign and how you interact with lovers, family, & friends. Cragin, the author of The Astrological Elements and Astrology on the Cusp, wrote the astrology column for the now defunct Boston Phoenix.

Film Screening: The Legend Of Tarzan (*RR)

Friday, October 21, 10:30am AND 7pm

Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood's newest DVD releases – “The Legend of Tarzan,” an action film starring Alexander Skarsgard, Margot Robbie, Christopher Waltz and Samuel L. Jackson. Tarzan, having acclimated to life in London, is called back to his former home in the jungle to investigate the activities at a mining encampment. Rated PG-13. Complimentary snacks and beverages.

Teen Events

Teen Create It Club (*RR)

Tuesday, October 18, 5:30pm

Join us for different creations each month! We will explore crafts, art, writing, music-making, 3D printing, movie-making and lots more! We provide the supplies - you bring your imagination! Bring friends! Enjoy snacks! For Grades 6-12.

Teen Screen: Beetlejuice (*RR)

Wednesday, October 19, 5:30pm

Join us for the first Teen Screen installment in our Tim Burton movie series, Beetlejuice! Rated PG. Snacks provided. Bring friends! For Grades 6-12.

Teen Makers & Bakers Club: Halloween Edition (*RR)

Friday, October 21, 3pm

Join us for Teen Makers & Bakers Club! This month we’ll be making Spooky Halloween Treats! We will explore fun baking and cooking recipes to taste and share! No kitchen experience required. For Grades 6-12.

Kids Events

Tiny Tykes

Monday, October 17, 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.

Story Time Stations

Tuesday, October 18, 11am

Join us for story plus playtime! Each month features a different classic tale which we will read, then families are free to move as they would like among several different stations that include crafts, math, science, gross or fine motor skills and more to have fun with based on the story. We'll clean up and come all back together at the end for one more activity together. For ages 3 to 6. Older or younger siblings are always welcome. Co-sponsored by Community Teamwork.

Heath Brook School Night

Tuesday, October 18, 6pm-7:30pm

All the Heath Brook School students and their families are invited to this fun night at the Library! Get a library card or replace one for free! Play Book Bingo for prizes! Take a tour and find out things you never knew! Get your library card fines cleared just for coming (and your whole family, too!). No registration is required for this event, simply come any time.

Little Einsteins (*RR)

Wednesday, October 19, 11am

Join us for fun with science, math and engineering as we explore our world. We do something different in each session. This program is limited to 15 participants. For ages 3 to 6.

Wiggle Time

Thursday, October 20, 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 36 months.

Monster Mash Halloween Party

Thursday, October 20, 3pm-4:30pm

Join us for a monstrously good time at the Library! We'll be making a monster craft (you can enter your Monster in our Make a Monster Contest, too, if you want) and playing monster games and doing some monster dancing. Feel free to wear your Halloween costume! Come by to party with us any time between 3pm and 4:30pm. For ages 3 to 11.

Drop-In Toddler Halloween Craft

Friday, October 21, 10:30am-11:30am

Come make a fun Halloween craft with us today! Drop in any time during the hour to create a craft project. Please, only one craft per child. For 2 year olds (ages 18 months and up).

Library News

Play Mini-Golf INSIDE THE LIBRARY On October 22-23

The Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library is holding a Masquerade Mini Golf fundraising event during the weekend of October 22-23. Come to the library in costume (or dress as yourself) to play 18 holes of mini-golf, with the course running through just about the entire building.

Saturday, October 22, from 6pm to 9pm, is “Date Night,” with tickets $15 each, or two for $25, purchased in advance at the Front Desk or at the Friendly Little Book Shop. Dinner will be provided. Sunday, October 23, from 10am to 4pm, is “Family Fun Day,” with tickets $5 each, available at the door during the day of the event. Have a question about the fundraiser? Want to learn how your family or business can sponsor a hole? Contact the Friends via email at friendstplibrary@gmail.com.