Got Small Art? Plus 12 More Things To Do This Week

The Golden Gloves runs every Thursday through March 7

Friday is the last day to submit your tiny artwork. If you registered to create a tiny painting, sculpture or digital artwork, be sure to drop it off by 5 p.m. on Friday. Haven’t registered yet? You still have time! Learn more here.  

You also still have time to pull papers for one of 12 open seats to be filled in the April 6 Town Election.

Monday, Jan. 29

DJ Dance & Lunch
When: Doors open 11:30 a.m.
Where: Senior Center

The monthly luncheon dance is $8 per person. Tickets may be purchased at the door but may not include lunch, and there is no discount for tickets purchased without the meal, which is provided by AgeSpan’s Traveling Chef. This month’s menu includes corn chowder in a bread bowl, garden salad, brownie  dessert, bottled water and coffee/tea.

Explore Free Career Resources From Boston Public Library
When: 2 – 3 p.m.
Where: Virtual, register here

Join the staff from the Boston Public Library to learn about many free career-related resources and events offered by the BPL’s Kirstein Business Library & Innovation Center. The Library and Innovation Center offers free services to job seekers, entrepreneurs, investors, nonprofits, inventors, and media creators. Many of these resources and services are available in-person and virtually to anyone who lives or works in Massachusetts. Led by the Boston Public Library’s Workforce Development Librarian Karie Schulenburg. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library through a generous grant from the Tewksbury Elks.

Finance Committee
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Town Hall

The Finance Committee will do in-depth budget reviews of various town departments and hear from Town Manager Richard Montuori.

Tuesday, Jan. 30

Adult Board Game Night
When: 6 – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Library, register here

Enjoy playing board games while socializing with others! This month, board game extraordinaire Jonah McCreary will be teaching us how to play two games — Trekking the National Parks and Wingspan. Additionally, several tables will be available for “open play” if you’d like to bring your own games or borrow one of the library’s games to play. Light refreshments will be provided. Space is limited. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library through a generous donation from 100+ People Who Care Tewksbury. 

Newhouse Wildlife Rescue Fundraiser
When: 6 – 10 p.m.
Where: Salut Wine Bar, Littleton

Come join Jane Newhouse, founder of Newhouse Wildlife Rescue, for a special fundraising event! Raffles, signature cocktails, and more. Raffle tickets are $10 each on site. Car kits and 2024 fox calendars are free with a $20 donation. Preview raffle items, new prizes added daily. Learn more.

Wednesday, Jan. 31

Technology Class for Apple Devices
When: 10 a.m.
Where: Senior Center

Kevin from KevTech Services will run a series of technology classes in our Library/Media Room. Each class lasts about 60 minutes with some time for questions and troubleshooting. Paper and pens will be provided so you can take notes. Technology classes are free thanks to a Massachusetts State Grant award. Sign up is required, and class size is limited to 15. 

Anatomy Of A Fall (Foreign Film)
When: 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Where: Library, register here

Enjoy a screening of one of the most critically acclaimed foreign films of 2023 — Anatomy of a Fall. A woman is suspected of her husband’s murder, and their blind son faces a moral dilemma as the main witness. Starring Sandra Huller, Swann Arlaud, and Milo Machado Graner. Crime Drama/Thriller. Rated R. 2 Hour, 30 Minutes. Doors will open at 10:15am. Candy & water will be served. A $1 donation is suggested. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library and Tewksbury Lions Club. 

The Page-Turners Fiction Book Group — The Four Winds
When: 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Where: Library

This month, join us for a discussion of The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah. The Four Winds is a rich, sweeping novel that stunningly brings to life the Great Depression and the people who lived through it—the harsh realities that divided us as a nation and the enduring battle between the haves and the have-nots. A testament to hope, resilience, and the strength of the human spirit to survive adversity. New members are always welcome! Copies of the book are available at the Front Desk one month prior to meeting.

Thursday, Feb. 1 

Lose The Clutter & Love Your Home: 7 Things To Declutter in February
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Virtual, register here

Make the most of your decluttering efforts this winter by decluttering these seven (often overlooked) areas of your home. Led by expert organizer Jamie Novak, bestselling author of Keep This, Toss That: The Practical Guide To Tidying Up and host of “The 10 Minute Podcast.”

Golden Gloves Semifinals
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Lowell Memorial Auditorium 

The 77th Annual Golden Gloves runs every Thursday night through March 7. Every year in the Golden Gloves there is a new flock of boxers trying to work their way up from the bottom in hopes of advancing to the top of the competition. Get tickets.

Friday, Feb. 2

Movie: Dumb Money
When: 1:30 – 3:15 p.m.
Where: Library, register here

Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood’s newest DVD releases — Dumb Money, a David vs. Goliath tale about everyday people who flipped the script on Wall Street and got rich by turning GameStop (the video game store) into the world’s hottest company. Starring Paul Dano, Pete Davidson and Vincent D’Onofrio. The subject of the film lived next door in the town of Wilmington. Comedy/Drama. Rated R. 1 Hour, 45 Minutes. Doors will open at 1:15pm. Candy & water will be served. A $1 donation is suggested. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library and Tewksbury Lions Club. 

Tiny Art Show 2024 Deadline
When: 5 p.m.
Where: Library

Drop off your tiny masterpiece by 5 p.m. We can’t wait to see what the community has created! Learn more.

Adult Trivia Night — Valen-Trivia
When: 7 – 8:15 p.m.
Where: Virtual, register here

Test your knowledge of all things Valentine’s Day, love stories and famous couples by answering 60 questions (four rounds of 15) created by librarian and trivia host extraordinaire Kat Lewin. Organize a team or play solo and be your own team. There is a 50-team limit.