10 Things To Do In Tewksbury On Wednesday, December 4, 2024

Below are TEN things (in no particular order) happening in Tewksbury on Wednesday, December 4, 2024:

Armchair Detectives Mystery Book Group Meeting at Tewksbury Library

The Tewksbury Public Library is holding the monthly meeting of its Armchair Detectives Mystery Book Group at 1:30pm in the first-floor meeting room. The group is discussing In The Bleak Winter by Julia Spencer-Fleming. Learn more HERE.

Film Screening of ‘Wild Robot’ at Tewksbury Library

The Tewksbury Public Library is holding a film screening of “Wild Robot” at 10:15am in the first-floor meeting room. After a shipwreck, an intelligent robot called Roz is stranded on an uninhabited island. To survive the harsh environment, Roz bonds with the island’s animals and cares for an orphaned baby goose. Starring the voices of Lupita Nyong’o, Pedro Pascal and Kit Connor. Animated Sci-Fi. Rated PG. 1 Hour, 42 Minutes. Doors will open at 10am. Candy & water will be served. A $1 donation is suggested. Learn more & register HERE.

50+ Job Seekers Networking Group Virtual Meeting

The Tewksbury Public Library (300 Chandler Street) is hosting the bi-monthly meeting of the 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group from 9:30am to 11:30am via ZOOM. weekly meeting of its Tewksbury Job Seekers Networking Group at 2pm via ZOOM. Meetings include a presentation and interactive workshop on topics relevant to career transition, guest speakers, access to hiring managers, small group breakout rooms to network, and 1-on-1 coaching guidance. Each meeting is facilitated by Tewksbury career coach Deborah Hope, MBA, PCIC. Learn more & register HERE.

Teen Gingerbread House Decorating at Tewksbury Library

The Tewksbury Public Library is holding a Gingerbread House Decorating event for teens in Grades 6-12 at 4pm. Learn more & register HERE.

Friends of the Library Meeting at Tewksbury Library

The Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library is holding its monthly board meeting, from 7pm to 8pm, in the first-floor meeting room of the Tewksbury Public Library (300 Chandler Street). The Meeting is open to all Friends of the Library members. Email friendstplibrary[at]gmail.com with any questions.

Library Virtual Lecture: Robin Williams — The Man of a Thousand Laughs & Tears

The Tewksbury Public Library is hosting a virtual lecture — “Robin Williams — The Man of a Thousand Laughs & Tears” — at 7pm via ZOOM. Anyone who has seen just five minutes of footage of Robin Williams performing can attest to his frenetic, warm-hearted zaniness. For every minute of laughter, he successfully delivered one of tears. Enjoy a look at the life and a career of this beloved Academy Award-winning actor and comedian. Led by Frank Mandosa, a film historian and Massachusetts high school Film and English teacher. Mandosa has been giving film lectures at libraries, senior centers, and community centers across the state since 2012. He is also the host of the “Silver Screeners” podcast and co-host of the “Movies Across The Pod” podcast. Learn more & register HERE. 

Barks & Books at Tewksbury Library

The Tewksbury Public Library (300 Chandler Street) is hosting its weekly Barks & Books with service dog Misty from 4pm to 5pm in the Activities Room. Children (especially those struggling with reading) are invited to sign up for a one-on-one, 15-minute session to read to Misty. Bring your own book or borrow one from the library. This is a great way for children to build literacy confidence and fluency with a non-judgmental canine reading partner. Register HERE.

Trivia Night at Wamesit Lanes

Wamesit Lanes (434 Main Street) is hosting a Wicked Trivia Night with DJ Mike at 7pm in the Firewater Tavern. Learn more HERE.

Wreath Workshop at Main Street Sports Grille

Main Street Sports Grille (1268 Main Street) is hosting a Wreath Making Workshop with April’s Way Custom Creations at 6:30pm. Learn more and purchase your tickets HERE.

Wednesday Activities & Events at Tewksbury Senior Center

The Tewksbury Senior Center (175 Chandler Street) is holding a full slate of activities and events today, including:

• Bone Builders (8:15am)
• Quilting (9am)
• Blood Pressure Checks (9am-11am)
• Men’s Stretch & Strengthen (9:30am)
• Technology Class (10am)
• Bone Builders #2 (10:30am)
• Line Dancing (11:30am)
• Reiki, 15-minute sessions (11:30am-1:30pm)
• Cribbage (12:30pm)
• Mah Jong (12:30pm)
• Chair Yoga (2pm)
• Shuffleboard (3:30pm)
• Meditation (3:30pm)

Read the Senior Center’s December newsletter for more details. Call the Center at 978-640-4480 with any questions.

REMINDER: Tewksbury Restaurant Week (November 30-December 7)

The Town of Tewksbury has launched a social media campaign to highlight restaurants in Town starting Saturday, November 30 and running through Saturday, December 7. Many of the restaurants are offering specials to customers. See the list of participating restaurants and deals HERE.

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