From Meat Bingo to an Ice Cream Dineout, Here’s What’s Happening In Tewksbury

April and May showers brought us some flowers

On Saturday Power of Flowers held its annual Bloom Festival to raise funds to support the organization’s mission of creating signature bouquets from donated flowers for seniors and veterans in care facilities. If you couldn’t make it to the Grow Greenhouses, you can learn about the nonprofit here and see how to help with flowers or a donation.

And, the Tewksbury Garden Club plant sale is this coming Saturday at the Library, with a bonus bake sale.

On Monday , May 13, the Town’s contractor,  EJ Paving, will add the first layer of pavement on Trull Brook Lane and milling the existing pavement on Hood Road. The work is expected to be take place between the hours of 7:30 a.m and 3:30 p.m. Access will remain open to residents, abutters, school buses, deliveries and emergency services. Detours may be set up along the road as needed.

Looking ahead:
On Wednesday, May 22 the Tewksbury Historical Society will commemorate Memorial Day, WWI Veterans and our town’s role in 1920 in the Town Hall lobby. The 22nd is also an opportunity to learn about the Tewksbury Lions Club at TJ Callahan’s, at 7 p.m.

Monday, May 27 is the Tewksbury Memorial Day observance at the Tewksbury Cemetery at 10 a.m. followed by a parade down Main St. at 11 a.m.

Sunday, June 2 is the Tewksbury Pride Picnic on the Common from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with music from Tee & the Gents and food from Code 1 BBQ.

Saturday, June 8 is the Tewksbury Historical Society Annual Meeting at 1 p.m. at Tewksbury Town Hall.

Monday, May 13

Townwide PAC Meeting
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Center Elementary School

Representatives from Tewksbury school PACs meet. Superintendent Brenda Theriault-Regan will give opening remarks. Agenda

Science Squared Discussion Group — The Humans
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Library

Every first Monday all residents are invited to discuss either a science-themed or a science fiction book. This month the group will read and discuss The Humans by Matt Haig. Books are available at the circulation desk.

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

Projects at 402 Main St. and 1563 Andover St. are on the agenda, and Melmark may get final signoff.  Agenda

Tuesday, May 14

Reimagine Your Garden
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Virtual, register here

Following a brief discussion of the features of wild landscapes fundamental to naturalistic landscape design, garden consultant Deborah Chud takes you inside her process of reimagination. The modest scale of the plantings she reimagines makes them relevant to most people’s garden dilemmas. The concepts and strategies presented have practical applications, and cover a range of garden situations.

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

The Select Board has a light agenda that includes a common victualler license for Giovannis and a new funding request from Soldier On.

Wednesday, May 15

50+ Job Seekers Networking Group — Interview Practice
When: 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Where: Zoom, register here

The Massachusetts Library Collaborative’s 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the first and third Wednesdays of the month via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your “encore career,” this networking group program is for you. Facilitated by Deborah Hope, MBA, PCIC, an experienced executive career coach.

Ice Cream Fundraiser for Friends of Tewksbury Public Library
When: 11:30 a.m. – closing
Where: Mac’s Dairy Farm

Get ice cream for lunch or dinner (or both) and mention the Friends and Mac’s will make a donation to support programming at our Library.

Taste of the Town
When: 5 p.m.
Where: Hilton

Sample cuisine from many of our restaurants. Vote for your favorite dishes and participate in live auction and raffles. Advance tickets $30.00 per person or $250 for a table of 10. Learn more

Lions Club Meat Bingo
When: 6 p.m.
Where: TJ Callahan’s

Revenue from this year’s event, which features a raffle of a giant lobster, will fund the annual Beep Ball tournament on Sept. 7, with the Boston Strong Beep Ball team playing three innings against the Tewksbury Fire Department. All are welcome to drop by! Learn more.

And find out more about the Lions, their commitment to vision and how you can get involved.

Thursday, May 16

VFW #StillServing
When: 9 a.m.
Where: Town Common

Members from Tewksbury VFW Post 8164 will assist Tewksbury Veterans Agent Lisa Downey in placing 1,000 American flags in honor of our veterans.  All are welcome to lend a hand.

Rock-A-Baby Band with Little Beats
When: 10 a.m.
Where: Park at Burlington Mall, Free

Rock-a-Baby is an interactive music and dance program exploring simple musical concepts through live and recorded music. Infants and toddlers will experience everything from Beethoven and Bach to rap and rock. Don’t forget your water, blanket, sunscreen and dancing shoes. The Park At Burlington Mall is located opposite Fogo de Chao.

How To Improve Your Home Security
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Virtual, register here

Chelmsford Police Office Aidan Gillis will share practical and cost-effective methods to ensure the safety and security of your home. Gillis will share easy and affordable home security tips involving doors and windows, alarms and cameras, exterior lighting, suspending or changing deliveries, hiding valuables, being mindful online, knowing your neighbors and becoming a “smart home.  With nearly 10 years on the force, Gillis currently serves as Chelmsford’s Community Engagement and Social Media officer.

Friday, May 17

Silvertones Big Band Dance
When: 6:30 p.m.
Where: Senior Center

Come listen and dance to the sounds of the Silvertones — waltz, Latin, jitterbug, foxtrot, big band, line dances and more. Cost is $10 at the door. This is not a BYOB event. Door prizes this month are two tickets to a future Silvertones dance. Soda & bottled water available for purchase for $1. Coffee/tea and cake are served during the break. 

And don’t forget to pick up your ticket for the monthly lunch and DJ dance on Monday!

Saturday, May 18

Tewksbury Garden Club Annual Plant Sale & FoTPL Bake Sale
When: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: Tewksbury Library

Come get your annuals, perennials, herbs and more and support the Tewksbury Garden Club’s work beautifying our town as well as its scholarships and other local causes. Free kid’s planting activity! Learn more.

In conjunction with the annual plant sale, the Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library will hold a bake sale.

Tewksbury United Methodist Church Yard Sale
When: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Where: 2335 Main St.

The annual indoor/outdoor community yard sale is this Saturday. Outdoor and indoor spaces. Find books, jewelry, crafts, small electronics, and other household goods. No large furniture, electronics or appliances please.  Reserve your space here for $20. Or call 978-658-9551 or email tewksumcoffice@gmail.com.

Billerica/Tewksbury Rabies Vaccine Clinic for Pets
When: 10 a.m. – noon
Where: Senior Center

Bring your pet to the Tewksbury/Billerica Pet Inoculation Clinic at the Tewksbury Senior Center on Saturday. Free microchipping. Open to all towns. Contact animal control with any questions at 978-215-9639. $25 cash or check only. Vaccine administered by Shawsheen Animal Hospital vets. See flyer, below, for more info.

Movie: Common Ground
When: 1:30 p.m.
Where: Library, register here

By fusing a journalistic expose with deeply personal stories from those in the front lines of the sustainable food movement, Common Ground unveils a dark web of money, power and politics behind our broken food system. Documentary. 1 Hour, 45 Minutes. Doors will open at 1:15 p.m. Candy and water will be served. A $1 donation is suggested. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library and Tewksbury Lions Club.