Tewksbury Library To Hold Paranormal Virtual Events On May 26-28

Adult Events

Cursed Objects – The True Stories Of The World’s Most Infamous Items ON ZOOM

Tuesday, May 26, 7pm

They're lurking in museums, graveyards, and private homes around the world. Their stories have inspired countless horror movies, reality TV shows, campfire tales, books, and even chain emails. They're CURSED OBJECTS, and in order to unleash a wave of misfortune, all they need...is YOU! Author J.W. Ocker will discuss his upcoming book, "Cursed Objects: Strange but True Stories of the World's Most Infamous Items." Learn the origins behind some of the most infamous, creepy, and bizarre real-life cursed objects throughout history. Whether you believe in curses or not, the often tragic and always bizarre stories behind these objects promise to fascinate you. J.W. Ocker is the Edgar Award-winning author of macabre travelogues, spooky kid’s books, and horror novels. His books include "Poe-Land: The Hallowed Haunts of Edgar Allan Poe;" "A Season with the Witch: The Magic and Mayhem of Halloween in Salem, Massachusetts;" and Twelve Nights at Rotter House. J. W. also runs the website and podcast, "O.T.I.S.: Odd Things I've Seen," where he chronicles his visits to various oddities of culture, art, nature, and history. Register HERE.

Laughter Circle ON FACEBOOK LIVE

Wednesday, May 27, noon

This program is for all ages. This program combines voluntary laughter exercises with gentle breathing techniques to teach the body how to laugh without relying on jokes or humor. This is a participatory program where we will create moments to laugh in through guided actions. No need to bring a yoga mat--most of the program is seated, with options for standing or gentle movement. What are the benefits of laughter? Mood elevates. Stress, depression and tension decrease. Immunity improves. Lung capacity increases through deep breathing, enhancing oxygen delivery to all parts of the body. Endorphin and serotonin levels rise. Laughter provides an excellent internal massage to digestive tract as well as improving blood supply to the internal organs. People who laugh don’t worry as much as people who don’t laugh. No registration required.

Massachusetts Witchcraft Legends ON ZOOM

Wednesday, May 27, 7pm

Explore some of the most prominent witchcraft stories in Massachusetts history with folklorist Peter Muise. This interesting and informative presentation is based on Muise's popular book, "Legends and Lore of the North Shore," and his contributions to the recent book, "The Real Witches of New England: History, Love, and Modern Practice." Folklorist and author Peter Muise, with degrees in anthropology from Bates College and Brandeis University, has been exploring New England legends, folklore and weird traditions for 20 years. Peter has appeared as a guest expert on the Travel Channel's "Mysteries at the Museum." He wrote the "Bizarre Boston" column for the "Spare Change" newspaper. Peter's writing was recently featured in Sam Baltrusis's "13 Most Haunted Crime Scenes Beyond Boston." Register HERE.

New England Legends with Jeff Belanger ON ZOOM

Thursday, May 28, 7pm

Gather ‘round the virtual campfire with Jeff Belanger, one of New England’s premiere storytellers! For over 20 years, Jeff has been exploring the unexplained. He seeks out history, folklore, ghosts, monsters, and legends all over the world and in your backyard. His "New England Legends" presentation offers a tour of haunts, monsters, aliens, and weird history from our region. The bizarre is closer than you think! Belanger is one of the most visible and prolific researchers of folklore and legends today. Jeff is the award-winning, Emmy-nominated host, writer, and producer of the New England Legends series on PBS and Amazon Prime, and is the author of over a dozen books (published in six languages). He also hosts the New England Legends weekly podcast, which has garnered over 2 million downloads since it was launched. Register HERE.

Youth Events

Preschool Story Time ON FACEBOOK LIVE

Tuesday, May 26, 11am

Join Miss Kat for songs, movement, and a story or two! This program will be run live on the library's Facebook page (www.facebook.com/TewksburyLib).