Tewksbury Library Lineup (Mar 3-9): 2 New Book Clubs Launched

Adult Events

Monday Evening Book Group: The Muralist

Monday, March 4, 6:30pm

Join us for a discussion of The Muralistby B.A. Shapiro. When Alizee Benoit, a young American painter working for the Works Progress Administration (WPA), vanishes in New York City in 1940, no one knows what happened to her. Not her Jewish family living in German-occupied France. Not her arts patron and political compatriot, Eleanor Roosevelt. Not her close-knit group of friends and fellow WPA painters, including Mark Rothko, Jackson Pollock, and Lee Krasner. And, some seventy years later, not her great-niece, Danielle Abrams, who, while working at Christie's auction house, uncovers enigmatic paintings hidden behind works by those now famous Abstract Expressionist artists. Do they hold answers to the questions surrounding her missing aunt? Copies of the book are available at the Front Desk. Register HERE.

The Armchair Detectives Mystery Book Group: Still Life

Wednesday, March 6, 1:30pm

Do you love a good mystery? Join the library's newest Book Club, "The Armchair Detectives!" The group will be discussing Still Lifeby Louise Penny. Still Life introduces not only an engaging series hero in Inspector Gamache, who commands his forces---and this series---with integrity and quiet courage, but also a winning and talented writer of traditional mysteries in the person of Louise Penny. Copies of the book are available at the Front Desk.

Film Screening: Can You Ever Forgive Me?

Friday, March 8, 12:30pm & 7pm

Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood's newest DVD releases -- Can You Ever Forgive Me?, a comedic drama starring Melissa McCarthy. The film received 3 Academy Award nominations, including Best Actress. When Lee Israel falls out of step with current tastes, she turns her art form to deception. Rated R. 106 minutes. Doors will open 30 minutes early. Candy & water will be served in the afternoon. Pizza & water will be served at night. A $1-$2 donation is suggested. Co-sponsored by the Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library and Tewksbury Lions Club. Register for the 12:30pm screening HERE. Register for the 7pm screening HERE.

Elementary School Building Proposal Explained

Saturday, March 9, 10am

Meet the project’s team members, receive an overview of the project, get an understanding of the process, and ask questions of the building committee. Drop-in; no registration required.

Kids Events

Tiny Tykes Story Time

Monday, March 4, 10:15am AND 11am

For young children ages 0 to 18 months. Older siblings are always welcome to join in! Join us for a fun session of stories, songs, fingerplays, instruments, and gentle movement that help build early literacy skills. Please note, we have 2 sessions that are the same, one is at 10:15am and the other is at 11:00am. There is no registration, HOWEVER, there is limited space in the room. Please check in at the Children's desk upon arrival to check to see if there is still room available in the session.

Story Time Stations

Tuesday, March 5, 11am

Storytime Stations is a fun way to explore stories and make connections with books to a number of other skills, such as reading, writing, math, and art. Storytime Stations is designed for children aged 3-5; siblings are always welcome. This program is presented in conjunction with Community Teamwork.

Science Club

Wednesday, March 6, 3:45pm

Join Miss Kat for a fun science project! This program is open for children ages 7 to 11. Registration is required. Register HERE.

Wiggle Time

Thursday, March 7, 10:15am AND 11am

For 2 year olds (ages 18 months and up). Get your early literacy skills on with stories, songs, movement, instruments, dancing and more! No registration required, HOWEVER, there is limited space in the room. Please check in at the Children's desk upon arrival to grab a token and ensure there is space in the story time.

Teen Events

Rainbow Club: Button Making

Wednesday, March 6, 5:30pm

Meet like-minded teens in a bully-free space! We will be making buttons this month. A social group where we eat snacks, play games, do crafts or participating in an activity. All LGBTQIA teens, friends & allies in grades 6 through 12 are welcome! Snacks provided!