Tewksbury Public Library – Week of June 8th, 2025

Library To Hold 22 Programs Next Week, Including “Behind The Headlines: Measles”

Event Registration

Please register online using our Calendar of Events at http://www.tewksburypl.org or by calling 978- 640-4490. Programs marked with an *RR require registration.

Adult Events (In-Person)

IN PERSON: CrafterDARK

Monday, June 9, 7pm

Can’t attend Crafternoon??? Try CrafterDARK, a monthly crafting date after work! Calling all knitters, crocheters, needle workers, beaders, and colorists!  Bring your own craft project to the Library and work on it while enjoying conversation with other crafters. (Please, no crafts involving glue or paint.) Take advantage of the many books available at the library to get ideas for your next project or to explore a new craft. We will be meeting in person.

OFFSITE: Walking Tour Of The Tewksbury Hospital Campus (*RR)

Monday, June 9, 6:30pm

Come explore the history of the legendary Tewksbury State Hospital, which opened its doors in May 1854 as the State Almshouse. Led by a knowledgeable volunteer guide from the Public Health Museum, join this 60+ minute walking tour to explore life in days past, the history of a vibrant community, its architecture, the lives of its patients and staff, and its connection to public health. Meet in front of the Public Health Museum (365 East Street), located on the grounds of the Tewksbury State Hospital.

IN PERSON: MORNING MOVIE — The Luckiest Man in America (*RR)

Wednesday, June 11, 10:30am

Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood’s newest DVD releases — The Luckiest Man Alive. In May 1984, an unemployed ice cream truck driver steps onto the game show Press Your Luck harboring a secret: the key to endless money. But his winning streak is threatened when the bewildered executives uncover his real motivations. Starring Paul Walter Hauser and Walton Goggins. Thriller. Rated R. 1 Hour, 31 Minutes. Doors will open at 10am. Film will start at 10:30am. Candy & water will be served. A $1 donation is suggested.

IN PERSON: Non-Fiction Book Group: Clean – The New Science of Skin

Thursday, June 12, 10:30am

Join us for a discussion of Clean: The New Science of Skin by James Hamblin. This discussion will be conducted in person in the First Floor Meeting Room. No registration required. Copies of the book are available for check out at the Front Desk.

IN PERSON: Meditation Class (*RR)

Thursday, June 12, 3:30pm

Chris Connolly, RN, BSN, owner of “Living My Dream Yoga,” will lead a 2-week series of meditation classes. Classes will take place from 3:30pm to 4:30pm over two consecutive Thursdays — June 5 and June 12 — in the library’s Meeting Room. Classes are designed for both those who are new to meditation and regular practitioners.

OFFSITE: Tewksbury Community Market at LIVINGSTON PARK

Thursday, June 12, 4pm-7pm

The Tewksbury Community Market takes place on Thursdays, from 4pm to 7pm, from June 5, 2025 from September 25, 2025, in the parking lot behind the Tewksbury Recreation Center at Livingston St. Park (288 Livingston Street). The market has 70 vendors overall, with 30-35 vendors present on any given week. Each week’s lineup of vendors is listed on the Market’s website. Follow the Tewksbury Community Market’s Facebook (@TewksburyMarket), Twitter/X (@TewksburyMarket), and Instagram (@TewksburyCommunityMarket) for regular updates. The Tewksbury Community Market is organized through the Office of the Community/Economic Development Planner and the Library, in cooperation with the Senior Center, Health Department and Town Manager’s Office. Have a question about the market? Contact Community/Economic Development Planner Alex Lowder at 978-640-4370 x 248 or alowder@tewksbury-ma.gov or Community Outreach Librarian Robert Hayes at 978-640-4490 x 205 or rhayes@tewksburypl.org.

Adult Events (Virtual)

VIRTUAL: An Evening with Trans Author Edward Underhill (“The In Between Bookstore”) (*RR)

Monday, June 9, 7pm

Author Edward Underhill will discuss his new book, The In-Between Bookstore, a poignant and enchanting novel about a magical bookstore that transports a trans man through time and brings him face-to-face with his teenage self, offering him the chance of a lifetime to examine his life and identity to find a new beginning. Underhill, who is trans and queer, writes books about characters who are trans and queer, including the YA novels — Always the Almost; This Day Changes Everything; and In Case You Read This.

VIRTUAL: Behind The Headlines — Measles (*RR)

Monday, June 9, 7pm

Join Professor Elena Conis, author of Vaccine Nation: America’s Changing Relationship with Immunization and Acting Dean of UC Berkeley’s School of Journalism, for a discussion about measles and the modern history of vaccination in the United States. She’ll be joined by Hillary Johnson, MHS, Senior Epidemiology Advisor to Local Health for the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, who’ll discuss what measles is and how we track it today. The discussion will be moderated by Dr. Louis Fazen, III, MPH, pediatrician and founder of the Global Health Committee at the Massachusetts Medical Society, former faculty member at UMass Chan Medical School, and a local Board of Health chairperson, along with Scott Podolsky, MD, Professor of Global Health and Social Medicine at Harvard Medical School and Director of the Center for the History of Medicine at the Countway Library.

VIRTUAL: Armchair Travel To Lithuania (*RR)

Tuesday, June 10, 2pm

Enjoy a photographic journey of Lithuania. Appreciate photos, video clips and discussion of the history and culture of this wonderful country. Led by Oonagh Williams, an award-winning chef, cooking instructor, cookbook author and professional speaker, who enjoys traveling and sharing her travel experiences when she’s not busy in the kitchen. Williams spent several years studying in Lithuania, and specializes in cooking Lithuanian cuisine.

VIRTUAL: Historical Fiction Book Recommendations with Bestselling Author Kerri Maher (*RR)

Tuesday, June 10, 6:30pm

Love historical fiction but not sure what to read next? Join bestselling author Kerri Maher (subbing for Jane Healey) for 30 minutes of historical fiction book recommendations. You’re sure to find something to like from Kerri’s many enthusiastic reviews. Kerri Maher is the USA Today and #1 international bestselling author of The Paris Bookseller. She is also the author of This Is Not A Writing Manual: Notes for the Young Writer in the Real World under the name Kerri Majors. She holds an MFA from Columbia University and founded YARN, an award-winning literary journal of short-form YA writing.

VIRTUAL: Burt Bacharach — Masters of Song (*RR)

Tuesday, June 10, 7pm

Explore the life and music of Burt Bacharach, one of popular music’s greatest composer-innovators. Follow his long collaboration with lyricist Hal David and their work with Dionne Warwick, noting Burt’s remarkable advancements in the harmony and rhythms of popular songs, including “I Say A Little Prayer,” “Close To You,” and “Alfie.” Led by Clint Edwards, a New York-based composer, arranger, and pianist, who lectures on the history of music.

VIRTUAL: JOB SEARCH HELP — Job Search Strategies 201 (*RR)

Wednesday, June 11, 9:30am

Tired of applying to online jobs and getting no response? Most job seekers feel frustrated with the job search process. Take control of your job search by deploying a proactive strategy. Learn what to do beyond simply applying online. Discover how to create some avenues of opportunity for yourself. Led by Kelley Dadah, founder of KMD Creation Solutions. Kelley is an ICF (International Coach Federation) Professional Certified Coach, Certified Professional Resume Writer and Certified DISC Communications Specialist. She has over 15 years of experience as an executive recruiter, division manager, and career coach. Kelley began her career as a coach and mentor at Robert Half International, one of the top staffing firms in the world.  She later served as an executive recruiter at a training and development company, working with Fortune 500 companies.

VIRTUAL: Poetry Circle Discussion (*RR)

Wednesday, June 11, 1:30pm

Join us virtually via ZOOM to read and discuss poems monthly on the second Wednesday of each month from 1:30-3:00pm. All poems are distributed one week prior to the meeting and are available in print at the library or via the newsletter. We are an appreciation group, not a writing/critique group.

VIRTUAL: AUTHOR HOUR IN MASSACHUSETTS: Author Jennifer Safrey (When Iconic Fairy Tale Princesses Turn 50) (*RR)

Wednesday, June 11, 7pm

Massachusetts author Jennifer Safrey will discuss her new women’s fiction/fantasy novel, After Happily Ever: An Epic Novel of Midlife Rebellion, in conversation with bestselling author Kerri Maher, in this installment of “Author Hour in Massachusetts.” Learn what happens when fairy tale icons Neve (Snow White), Della (Cinderella), and Bry (Sleeping Beauty) are all about to turn 50. The book has received a great deal of critical acclaim, including starred reviews in Booklist and Kirkus Reviews.

VIRTUAL: A History of Women’s Work — The Evolution of Women’s Working Lives (*RR)

Thursday, July 12, 10am

Author Janet Few will discuss her new book, A History of Women’s Work: The Evolution of Women’s Working Lives. Explore the often-overlooked contributions of women throughout history, particularly in a patriarchal society where men have dominated the historical record. While men were more likely to leave traces – through wills, leases, and civic duties – women labored behind the scenes, performing crucial yet unpaid tasks for their families and communities. In many households, women supported their husbands’ work, ran home-based industries, and/or sought paid employment despite societal restrictions.

VIRTUAL: A History Of Stained Glass — Chasing The Light In Times Of Darkness (*RR)

Thursday, June 12, 10:30am

Explore the history of stained glass, and learn the stories told through some of the best known windows in the world, including the Charlemagne Window (Chartres), Bishop Suger offering the church to Saint Louis (San Denis), and the Louis Comfort Tiffany Windows (Arlington Street Church in Boston). Led by artist Meg Black, past Chair of the Art Department at Salem State University.

VIRTUAL: Mystery/Thriller Book Recommendations with Bestselling Author Joseph Finder (*RR)

Thursday, June 12, 6:30pm

Love Mysteries and Thrillers but not sure what to read next? Join bestselling author Joseph Finder for this quarterly session of his recommendations of some of the best of mystery/thrillers out there! We’re sure you’ll find something to like from Joe’s many enthusiastic reviews.

VIRTUAL: How To Write A Memoir (*RR)

Thursday, June 12, 7pm

The memoir genre has often been criticized as self-indulgent, narcissistic, navel-gazing. But memoir has a long and important history in the literary fabric of our culture. Learn about the history of memoir writing, as well as its value as a testimony and witness narrative. Discover the pleasures, and sometimes perils, of writing in this intimate literary genre. Led by Maureen Stanton, a professor of Creative Writing at UMass Lowell and author of the new memoir, The Murmur of Everything Moving.

VIRTUAL: Inclusive & Diverse Book Recommendations (*RR)

Thursday, June 12, 7:30pm

Looking for the best books with diverse characters (e.g., BIPOC/LGBTQ+/Neurodivergent, etc.) or by representative authors but not sure what to read next? Join bookstagrammer Leelynn Brady (aka @sometimesleelynnreads) each month for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations by diverse authors and with inclusive storylines.

Kids Events (In-Person)

IN PERSON: Coloring Club

Tuesday, June 10, 6pm

Coloring is a relaxing activity that can help reduce stress, improve fine motor skills, and enhance creativity. Join us as we enjoy a variety of coloring materials. This event is for all children from birth up to 5th grade. No registration required.

IN PERSON: Parachute Play Time

Wednesday, June 11, 2pm

Join us to have fun, enjoy movement and exercise, and play together with our colorful parachute! This event is open to children ages 2-5 only.

IN PERSON: Preschool Playgroup

Thursday, June 12, 11am

Preschool playgroup is a weekly group where kids can meet, play, and learn. Pick up some literacy skills and have some fun while you’re at it! Sponsored by Community Teamwork Inc’s Family Resource Network.