VIRTUAL: JOB SEARCH HELP -- Improve Your Networking Skills (*RR)
Monday, November 28, 2pm
Learn how to get the most out of networking -- both in-person and virtually. Receive some practical, real-life advice from Kevin Willett, one of the most connected people in the Merrimack Valley. He is the founder of "Friends of Kevin," a Massachusetts networking group that brings together the business, non-profit, and artistic communities. He is also the CEO of New England B2B Networking Group, which offers monthly networking events for people in the B2B market. Kevin is the author of "One Connection: How You Can Grow Your Business (and Change the World) One Connection at a Time." He serves as an adjunct faculty member at the Manning School of Business at UMass Lowell.
IN PERSON: Winter Community Roundtable (*RR)
Monday, November 28, 6:30pm
Representatives from Tewksbury-based non-profit organizations are invited to network at the library's Winter Community Roundtable. Attendees are encouraged to share information about their respective organization's programs, services and upcoming events and fundraisers. Each organization will be given five minutes to share with the group.
VIRTUAL: Jimmy Carter & The Camp David Accords (*RR)
Tuesday, November 29, 2pm
This program contextualizes the diplomatic, economic, cultural and military interactions between empires, nations and peoples in the 20th century that shaped America’s increasingly important role in the world and set the stage for The Camp David Accords. In particular, this topic will be examined through the lenses of The Cold War, and American Civics, with an emphasis on President Carter's role in peace negotiations between Egypt and Israel. Led by Joshua Montanari, Education Specialist and Volunteer Docent Coordinator at the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library.
IN PERSON: Evening with Cookbook Author Terry Walters (Plant-Based Recipes To Feed Body Mind & Soul) (*RR)
Tuesday, November 29, 7pm
The Tewksbury Library is thrilled to welcome back friend and award-winning cookbook author Terry Walters with her new cookbook, NOURISH: Plant-Based Recipes To Feed Body, Mind and Soul. Walters will entertain, educate, inspire, and empower us with discussion and a cooking demo. Participants will enjoy tasting Terry’s healthy and delicious recipes, with plenty of opportunity for questions and answers. For those interested, there will be a book sale and signing at the end of the evening.
IN PERSON: The Highwaymen -- Songs & Stories with Matt York: A Country Music Concert (*RR)
Wednesday, November 30, 11am
Longtime New England singer/songwriter Matt York will perform the songs of Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson and Waylon Jennings and tell stories of their careers. The four songwriting legends joined forces in the 1980's to form the country supergroup "The Highwaymen." However, prior to that, they'd each established themselves as stars and their careers intersected many times since the 1960's. York has twice been nominated as Best Male Artist by the New England Music Awards and his latest release was named one of the Boston Globe's best albums of 2019. This program is supported by a grant from the Tewksbury Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
IN PERSON: The Page-Turners Fiction Book Group -- Great Circle
Wednesday, November 30, 6:30pm
This month, join us for a discussion of Great Circle by Maggie Shipstead. Spanning Prohibition-era Montana, the Pacific Northwest, Alaska, New Zealand, wartime London, and modern-day Los Angeles, this is the unforgettable story of a daredevil female aviator determined to chart her own course in life, at any cost. New members are always welcome! Copies of the book are available at the Front Desk one month prior to meeting. We will be meeting in person, in the meeting room on the first floor of the library. Please email Nicole Goolishian at ngoolishian@tewksburypl.org with any questions.
VIRTUAL: Nutcrackers -- A Colorful History (*RR)
Thursday, December 1, 11am
You may never have given those funny painted statues much thought but the history of nutcrackers involves the development of tools from the Stone Age to the Industrial Age. Their story encompasses the political changes of Communist-era Germany, a Russian ballet and American G.I.s. These are all elements in the history of the charming, colorful creations we enjoy today. Our look at nutcrackers will include a nod to other traditional Christmas decorations such as pyramids and ‘smokers’ that have developed along with them. Led by art historian Mary Woodward, who serves as a guide at several Historic New England properties. She previously served as Public Programs Coordinator and Educator at the Concord Museum. Woodward has a B.A. in Art History from Furman University and a M.A. in Art History from Emory University. She has 40+ years of experience in museums of all shapes and sizes.
VIRTUAL: Dreamcatchers -- Extraordinary Native American Women (*RR)
Thursday, December 1, 2pm
Native American women have inspired many people, regardless of cultural identity, from the earliest contact with non-native people to the 21st century. The colorful and varied customs of indigenous women has resulted in contributions that benefitted their immediate and extended communities. The presentation will celebrate the lives and legacy of members from various tribal affiliations -- amazing individuals who were explorers, doctors, social reformers and advocates. Led by historian Jo Ann Tufo, a writer, lecturer and performer who has over 30 years of experience. Her realistic and haunting portrayals of various historic figures have delighted audiences for more than three decades all over the United States. Tufo has also taught at Coastal Carolina University/OLLI Program since 2012 focusing on a variety of subjects, including the Colonial, Civil War, World War I, World War II and Vietnam eras. Many of her programs focus on the noteworthy contributions of women.
VIRTUAL: The Cocoanut Grove Nightclub Fire (*RR)
Thursday, December 1, 7pm
Author Stephanie Schorow will discuss her new book, The Cocoanut Grove Nightclub Fire: A Boston Tragedy, in this Zoom webinar. On November 28, 1942, fire roared through Boston's famed Cocoanut Grove nightclub during what was supposed to be a high-spirited Saturday night. By midnight, more than five hundred people were dead, dying, or maimed for life. Local author Stephanie Schorow probes the club's history, the circumstances leading to the fire, and the tragedy's lingering impact. The inferno reached deep into the city's social structure -- its politics, medical care, law enforcement, and religious life -- and touched nearly everyone in the Boston area, even those who had never set foot in the club. In this newly updated and revised edition, Schorow has added new information, photographs, interviews and insights on the worst nightclub fire in American history.
Teen Events
IN PERSON: DIY Bouncy Balls (*RR)
Wednesday, November 30, 3:30pm
Join Emily in person to learn how to make your own DIY bouncy ball! This event is open to teens in grades 6-12.
Children’s Events
IN PERSON: Tiny Tykes Story Time
Monday, November 28, 10:30am
Tiny Tykes Storytime is designed 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. Babies experience the sounds and structure of language through rhythm, rhyme and repetition.
IN PERSON: Sprouts Story Time
Tuesday, November 29, 10:30am
Sprouts Storytime is designed for is designed for little ones 18 months through 4 years. Get your early literacy skills on with stories, songs, movement, instruments, dancing and more!
IN PERSON: Older Kids Messy Craft
Wednesday, November 30, 3:30pm
Join us in this new program to explore different messy crafts! We'll have paint, stamps, shaving cream, and Play-Doh available to play with and have fun. While we have smocks available, we encourage wearing old clothes just in case. For ages 6 to 12.
