What To Know This Easter Week In Tewksbury

The Carnation & Crier Candidate Forums are this week, and join VFW Post 8164 on Friday for National Vietnam War Veterans Day ceremony

We took a swing by Brelundi this weekend to check out progress. There are tables, fixtures and an expansive new parking lot — stocking and striping and they’ll be ready to go. Owner Michael Columba has his common victualler license in hand and describes the eat-in concept as “almost like Chipotle, but Italian food,” plus fresh or frozen individual and family-size takeaway items. In better weather, there will be patio seating at the patio on the near side of the building. The original Waltham Brelundi location is known for arancini, to-go sauces and cannoli.

Notice to rail riders: Starting today, a temporary schedule change on the Lowell Line will begin affecting eight mid-day trains, which will be temporarily eliminated to accommodate construction projects scheduled to conclude in mid-May. Learn more.

Summer camp news: Kids in grades 5 – 12 can take advantage of one-week STEM workshops offered by UMass Lowell, featuring hands-on labs, activities and field trips! Daily breakfast, lunch and supplies included. Learn more.

Monday, March 25

TMHS Boy’s Tennis Dineout at Wicked Cheesy
When: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
Where: Wicked Cheesy

Take-out, eat-in or get delivery from Wicked Cheesy on Monday, March 25, Tuesday, March 26, and Wednesday, March 27 to help support the boys tennis team at Tewksbury Memorial High School. Mention the Boys Tennis Team and a portion of your purchase will go to the team.

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 is a “Breakfast for Lunch” Omelet Bar with choices of vegetables, cheese, ham, bacon, french toast sticks w/syrup, roasted potatoes, fresh fruit salad, water, coffee and tea.

Vic’s Breakfast for Dinner Dineout
When: 4 – 7 p.m.
Where: Vic’s Waffle House

If you can’t make breakfast for lunch, drop in for the annual Vic’s Breakfast for Dinner Fundraiser to benefit the Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library. There will be a cash-only 50/50 raffle. See you there! 🧇

Planning Board
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Town Hall or catch the meeting on Tewksbury TV or Comcast (6) or Verizon (33)

The Planning Board will get its first look at the proposed Melmark development at 910 Andover St. Tewksbury Dental is also on the agenda, along with a discussion of zoning bylaw amendments for the MBTA Communities act. Agenda

Tuesday, March 26

Adult Board Game Night
When: 6 – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Library Meeting Room, 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 — Azul and 7 Wonders. 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. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library through a generous donation from 100+ People Who Care Tewksbury. 

TDTC Local Candidates Social
When: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Luna Rossa

Join the Tewksbury Democratic Town Committee for its annual social to meet and mix informally with fellow residents running for local office ahead of the 2024 Town Election on April 6. All candidates and residents are cordially invited.

Shawsheen Tech School Committee
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Shawsheen Tech or YouTube

The Shawsheen Tech School Committee will vote on its 24/25 school calendar and discuss a Statement of Interest for MASC. Agenda

Wednesday, March 27

Technology Class: Safety and Security for Your Online Accounts;
When: 10 a.m.
Where: Senior Center or Zoom

This class provides information about protecting your online security by adjusting security settIngs on Facebook and similar apps, understanding fraudulent emails and how to get rid of them, and using strong passwords. Technology classes are free to participants thanks to a State of Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs grant. Learn more.  

2024 Candidates Forum: Night 1
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Town Hall or catch the forum on Tewksbury TV or Comcast (6) or Verizon (33)

Tewksbury’s 2024 Candidates Forum will be Wednesday and Thursday at Town Hall. This year’s event is sponsored by the Tewksbury Town Crier and Tewksbury Carnation (us) and will be televised by Tewksbury Telemedia. Wednesday’s moderator will be TMHS student Jason Morris. All Tewksbury School Committee candidates are scheduled to appear. 

You can submit questions here.

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

This month, join a discussion of Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson. New members are always welcome. Copies of the book are available at the Front Desk one month prior to meeting, or in eBook format through OverDrive and the Libby app. Please email Nicole Goolishian at ngoolishian@tewksburypl.org with any questions. 

Thursday, March 28

Community Connections Breakfast
When: 8:30 a.m.
Where: Hilton Garden Inn, register here

Please join the Greater Lowell Chamber for a panel discussion with Greater Lowell’s Municipal leaders, featuring Tewksbury Town Manager Richard Montuori. Moderated by Patrick Cook, Vice President of Administration for Middlesex Community College

The Wonderful World of Bats with the Mass Audubon
When: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Where: In person or virtual

Bats’ adaptations like suction cup thumbs, echolocation, and huge eyes for capturing available light, make them fascinating creatures to learn about. In addition, they’re extremely beneficial to our society through insect population control and medical research contributions.

“Ask Alex!” Planner’s Spring Office Hours
When: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Where: Library

Community/Economic Development Planner Alexandra Lowder will hold open office hours in the months leading up to Town Meeting. If you can’t make today, Alex will also be at the Library on Thursday, April 25, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. The goal of these office hours is to help educate residents on the planning process, how zoning works, and timely subjects such as MBTA Communities in an informal, conversational setting. Residents are encouraged to ask general and project-specific questions. If you can’t attend these office hours or have questions, please contact Community/Economic Development Planner, Alexandra Lowder, at alowder@tewksbury-ma.gov.

2024 Candidates Forum: Night 2
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Town Hall or catch the forum on Tewksbury TV or Comcast (6) or Verizon (33)

Tewksbury’s 2024 Candidates Forum will be Wednesday and Thursday at Town Hall. This year’s event is sponsored by the Tewksbury Town Crier and Tewksbury Carnation and will be televised by Tewksbury Telemedia. Thursday’s moderator will be Wilmington Apple editor Robert Hayes. All Tewksbury Select Board and Board of Health candidates are invited.

You can submit questions here.

Friday, March 29

VFW National Vietnam War Veterans Day Ceremony
When: noon
Where: Town Common

March 29 is National Vietnam War Veterans Day, a day meant to pay tribute to veterans of the Vietnam War, including personnel who were prisoners of war or who were listed as missing in action. VFW Post 8164 Commander Vinnie Oliva invites the Tewksbury community to a wreath laying at the Vietnam Monument, located at the Tewksbury Town Common, in Honor of all Vietnam Veterans who served.

Movie: Ferrari
When: 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Where: Library, register here

Set in the summer of 1957, with Enzo Ferrari’s auto empire in crisis, the ex-racer turned entrepreneur pushes himself and his drivers to the edge as they launch into the Mille Miglia, a treacherous 1,000-mile race across Italy. Starring Adam Driver and Shailene Woodley. Biographical Drama. R. 2 Hours, 10 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. 

Weekend

Kids & Family Animal Rights Day
When: Saturday, 9:30 a.m.
Where: 500 Federal St., Andover

Kids & Family Animal Rights Day is back at Mass. School of Law for its 16th year. This FREE fun-filled day of learning and activities is focused on animal rights. From educational workshops to interactive demonstrations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Highlights include The Easter Bunny, Sweet Paws Rescue with dogs for adoption, Lifting Spirits Miniature Therapy Horses, Curious Creatures, Barnyard Birds, Blue Dog Training, New England Equine Rescue, Andover Firefighters with trucks and equipment, The Essex County Sheriff’s Department K-9 Unit, K-9 Top Performance, and music by DJ Craig. Learn more.

Coffee Hours with Jomarie Buckley
When: Saturday, 2 – 4 p.m.
Where: Starbucks

Tewksbury Select Board candidate Jomarie Buckley will be at Starbucks on Saturday from 2 – 4 p.m. for anyone who would like to stop by and chat.

Happy Easter!