Library To Hold 21 Programs This Week, Including Johnny Cash Concert On April 14
Event Registration
Please register online using our Calendar of Events at http://www.tewksburypl.org or by calling 978- 640-4490. We strongly recommend registration for programs that are marked *RR.
Adult Events (In-Person)
IN PERSON: CrafterDARK
Monday, April 13, 7pm
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.
IN PERSON: Book a Tech Help Appointment! (*RR)
Tuesday, April 14, 2pm-3pm
Wednesday, April 15, 3pm-4pm
Thursday, April 16, 3:30pm-4:30pm
You can book a TPL Librarian for 30 minutes to help you with your technology questions. You may book up to twice a month, one question per session. Ask about: Using Libby, Hoopla, Kanopy and other library resources; Basic computer skills; Basic tablet skills; Basic phone skills; Using email; and Using Microsoft Office and comparable programs.
IN PERSON: Johnny Cash — Songs & Stories with Matt York (*RR)
Tuesday, April 14, 6:30pm
Longtime New England musician/author Matt York will perform the songs of Johnny Cash and tell stories about Cash’s career spanning from the 1950’s to his passing in 2003. He’ll discuss Cash’s emergence as a groundbreaking artist in the 1950’s, his marriage to June Carter, and many of his other career highlights. York has twice been nominated for the Boston Music Award for Best Country Artist and he recently released his second book, The Words and Wisdom of Willie Nelson.
IN PERSON: Crafternoon
Wednesday, April 15, 1:30pm
Calling all knitters, crocheters, needle workers, beaders, and colorers! 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.
IN PERSON: Other Worlds Fantasy Book Group (*RR)
Wednesday, April 15, 6:30pm
Enjoy a discussion of Joe Abercrombie’s Half a King. Copies of the book are available at the Front Desk one month prior to meeting.
IN PERSON: MORNING MOVIE — Cars (20th Anniversary!)
Thursday, April 16, 10:15am
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of Cars with a special film screening. On the way to the biggest race of his life, a hotshot rookie race car gets stranded in a rundown town and learns that winning isn’t everything in life. Animated Comedy. Rated G. 1 Hour, 56 Minutes. Doors will open at 10am. Film will start at 10:15am. Candy & water will be served. A $1 donation is suggested.
Adult Events (Virtual)
VIRTUAL: Lighthouses of New England (*RR)
Monday, April 13, 7pm
Explore the amazing lighthouses of Cape Cod. From Race Point Light all the way to Nobska Point Light, learn the history and personal stories that make us want to make a trip out. And, with summer coming, maybe you can plan a lighthouse tour! Led by Jeremy D’Entremont, President & Historian of the American Lighthouse Foundation, Historian of the U.S. Lighthouse Society, and author of more than 20 books and hundreds of articles on lighthouses and maritime history.
VIRTUAL: Armchair Travel To Morocco (*RR)
Tuesday, April 14, 2pm
Embark on a captivating journey through Morocco, where ancient traditions and breathtaking landscapes come alive. Travel from the vibrant, colorful streets of Marrakech with bustling souks, and stunning architecture – to the vast, mesmerizing expanse of the Sahara Desert. Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of golden dunes under endless skies. Whether you’re drawn to the scent of spices in a Marrakech market or the silent magic of a Saharan sunset, you’ll enjoy this unforgettable glimpse into one of the world’s most enchanting destinations. Led by travel expert Chris McCormack.
VIRTUAL: Jane Healey Talks Historical Fiction (*RR)
Tuesday, April 14, 6:30pm
Join bestselling author Jane Healey each month for 30 minutes of historical fiction book recommendations. Jane is the author of four historical fiction novels — The Beantown Girls, The Secret Stealers, The Saturday Evening Girls Club, and Goodnight from Paris. She is also the host of “Historical Happy Hour,” a monthly webinar and podcast featuring interviews with premier historical fiction authors and their latest novels.
VIRTUAL: Spring Cooking Refresh with Empty Nest Kitchen (*RR)
Tuesday, April 14, 7pm
Spring is the perfect time to refresh your cooking habits. Learn how to create light, Mediterranean-inspired meals that feel satisfying, seasonal, and completely doable for one or two people. This virtual cooking demonstration will feature the following: Herby Farro & Chickpea Spring Salad and White Bean, Spinach and Garlic Skillet. Led by Chef Christine Van Bloem of the Empty Nest Kitchen.
VIRTUAL: Jody Blanchette Talks Thrillers & Horror (*RR)
Tuesday, April 14, 7:30pm
Join book reviewer Jody Blanchette each month for 30 minutes of thriller and horror book recommendations. Jody, whose life is consumed by books, is a popular Bookstagrammer (someone who publishes book reviews on Instagram), author interviewer, book club leader, and little free library steward.
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group — Networking (“You Must Give To Get”)
Wednesday, April 15, 9:30am
The Library 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. 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 perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!
VIRTUAL: A Visit With The Addison Gallery Of American Art: Parasol Press (*RR)
Wednesday, April 15, 3pm
Join Rachel Vogel, curator of the Addison Gallery of American Art, for a virtual tour of the exhibition “Parasol Press: Breaking New Ground.” The first exhibition to survey Parasol Press’s remarkable publications from 1970–2014, this exhibition showcases radical innovations that pushed the boundaries of printmaking and secured Parasol’s place as one of the most important print publishers of the twentieth century. Parasol’s published editions were among the decade’s most ambitious prints, demonstrating the complex and varied ways artists explored the materiality of printed surfaces while challenging the medium’s limits.
VIRTUAL: The Life & Career Of Diane Keaton (*RR)
Wednesday, April 15, 7pm
Diane Keaton was an American actress, director, producer, and screenwriter. Her career spanned over five decades, and she became famous in the 1970s for her roles in The Godfather films and Woody Allen’s Annie Hall, which won her an Academy Award for Best Actress. Keaton’s style, timing, and emotional honesty brought a mix of vulnerability, wit, and offbeat charm to her roles, making them unforgettable and deeply human. Enjoy a look at the life and career of one of America’s favorite actresses. Led by Frank Mandosa, a film historian and Massachusetts high school Film and English teacher. He is the host of “Reels of Cinema” podcast and co-host of the “Movies Across The Pod” podcast.
VIRTUAL: American Revolutionary Painters — Benjamin West (*RR)
Thursday, April 16, 2pm
Benjamin West, born in Pennsylvania, moved to London in 1763. Although West spent the American Revolutionary War in London, he trained and inspired three generations of American artist in London. He also became King George III’s court historical painter and eventually the second President of the London Royal Academy. Explore West’s complicated relationship with both King George III and the American Revolutionary War. Led by art historian Martha Chiarchiaro, who has brought history to life through the art of the times for more than 30 years. She received her Masters in the History of Art from Williams College and provides a variety of art history presentations at the Worcester Art Museum, for WISE (the Worcester Institute for Senior Education), garden clubs, libraries, senior centers, and other organizations. Martha’s specialty presentations related to specific periods, artists, and activities provide an in-depth look at the life and times of people through their art.
VIRTUAL: Kristan Higgins Talks Women’s Fiction (*RR)
Thursday, April 16, 6:30pm
Join bestselling author Kristan Higgins once per quarter for 30 minutes of women’s fiction book recommendations. Kristan is the author of more than twenty novels, all of which were New York Times and/or USA TODAY bestsellers. Her books have been translated into two dozen languages and have sold millions of copies worldwide. They have received dozens of awards and accolades, including starred reviews from Entertainment Weekly, People, The New York Journal of Books, Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and Booklist.
VIRTUAL: Space Launch System (SLS) — All Dressed Up With Nowhere To Go (*RR)
Thursday, April 16, 7pm
In 1972, the United States completed the 6th manned exploration of the Moon. It had taken a decade and billions of dollars to create the technology and procedures to make it a reality. In the half century since then no one has gone back. Following the completion of the Space Shuttle program, America elected to cobble together spare parts to build a spacecraft that can head back towards the Moon. Our Solar System Ambassador, David Ball, introduces us to the SLS program and the plan to go back to the future. Ball served 26 years in the US Air Force, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel, and is a now a volunteer educator with NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory.
Children’s Events (In-Person)
IN PERSON: Toddler Story Time
Monday, April 13, 10:15am
Join us for stories, songs, movement, instruments, dancing and more. Get your early literacy skills on! All of our story times are interactive for children and their caregivers. Please be ready to participate and play. Don’t worry, we will have a printout of our songs and rhymes so you can follow along!
IN PERSON: Make A Mosaic
Tuesday, April 14, 6pm
Create a unique picture using small “tiles” of colorful paper! This event is open to children in grades 4-5.
IN PERSON: Baby Lapsit Story Time
Wednesday, April 15, 10:15am
A gentle, interactive story time designed especially for our youngest patrons! Babies and their caregivers will enjoy simple stories, rhymes, songs, and bounces that support early language development and bonding. This program is perfect for infants who sit in a caregiver’s lap and are just beginning to explore the world through sound and movement. Join us for sweet moments, early literacy fun, and lots of snuggles. Baby Lapsit is designed for young children ages 0 to 2 years old and their caregivers. All of our story times are interactive for children and their caregivers. Please be ready to participate and play. Don’t worry, we will have a printout with all of the songs and rhymes we are using so you can follow along!
IN PERSON: Preschool Playgroup
Thursday, April 16, 11am
Preschool playgroup is a weekly group where kids can meet, play, and learn. Pick up STEM and literacy skills, and have some fun while you’re at it! Sponsored by Community Teamwork Inc’s Family Resource Network. The Family Resource Network is funded by the Coordinated Family and Community Engagement Grant (CFCE) from the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care.
IN PERSON: Melty Makers
Thursday, April 16, 3:30pm
It’s time to get creative! Make the fuse bead pattern we have available, or try your own ideas. You’ll have 45 minutes to create, then we’ll spend the last 15 minutes ironing your art. This event is open to children in grades 3-5.
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