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Things To Do At Tewksbury Library On Thursday, November 8

Learn About The History of Friendly's; Lecture on Henry David Thoreau; & Wiggle TIme For 2-Year-Olds

Below are 4 things happenings at the Tewksbury Public Library on Thursday, November 8:

FOR ADULTS

Non-Fiction Book Group: H Is For Hawk

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Thursday, November 8, 10:30am

Please join us for a discussion of H is for Hawk by Helen Macdonald. The book recounts how the author, an experienced falconer grieving the sudden death of her father, endeavored to train for the first time a dangerous goshawk predator as part of her personal recovery. Copies of the book are available at the second-floor Reference Desk. No registration required.

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Lunchtime Lecture: The History Of Friendly’s

Thursday, November 8, 12:30pm

Enjoy a look back at Friendly’s founders, their restaurants, & their influence on the state & popular culture. Led by Friendly’s historian Rose Slate. Complimentary Friendly's ice cream will be served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Register HERE.

Author Visit: The Enduring Legacy Of Henry David Thoreau

Thursday, November 8, 7pm

Author Richard W. Judd ("Finding Thoreau: The Meaning of Nature in the Making of an Environmental Icon") will tell the captivating story of Thoreau's rise from obscurity to fame through a cultural reappraisal of the work he left behind. Trace the reception of Thoreau’s work from the time of his death to his ascendancy as an environmental icon in the 1970s. Richard is a professor of history at the University of Maine and author of numerous books, including “Second Nature: An Environmental History of New England.” Q&A and book selling/signing to follow. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Register HERE.

FOR KIDS

Wiggle Time

Thursday, November 8, 10:15am & 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.

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