Tewksbury Public Library – Week of July 12, 2026

Library To Hold 26 Programs This Week, Including Petting Zoo On July 17

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)

OUTDOOR CONCERT SERIES: The Reminisants

Monday, July 13, 6:30pm

Enjoy a concert from The Reminisants. The Reminisants have been entertaining audiences of all ages throughout New England since 1973. The band specializes in oldies music from the 1950s through the ’90s, playing a collection of great music for all kinds of musical tastes and generations. The concert is located on the library’s back lawn. Bring your own chair.

IN PERSON: CrafterDARK

Monday, July 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: Play Retro & Modern Video Games with Hit Save! (All Ages)

Tuesday, July 14, 11am

Explore the history of video games together with Hit Save!, a video game history and preservation nonprofit. All ages are invited to drop in anytime during this event to play video games from retro video gaming systems (e.g., Atari 2600, NES, and PS1) and modern video gaming systems (e.g., Nintendo Switch).

IN PERSON: English Conversation Group with English At Large (*RR)

Tuesday, July 14, 6:30pm

English At Large will be running an English Conversation Group in Tewksbury this summer. Conversation groups are groups of 8 -12 adult learners who meet weekly for 90 minutes to practice English speaking and listening skills. All groups are free! Registration is required. Groups are in person and are for adults who speak English at an intermediate or advanced level. You should be able to have a conversation in English. Conversation groups are not classes. Volunteer facilitators focus on listening and speaking.

IN PERSON: MassHire Lowell Mobile Career Center

Wednesday, July 15, 10:30am

The MassHire Lowell Mobile Career Center is returning to Tewksbury! On Wednesdays beginning July 1, the Mobile Career Center will be parked outside the library from 10:30AM-2:30PM to help job seekers. The MassHire Lowell Mobile Career Center is a mobile bus unit that has been equipped with solar panels to power workstations within the bus to allow for Career Center services to hit the road to all of our local communities, cities and towns. It will provide information on: Career Services; Current Training Programs; Job Search Events; and Hiring Events. No registration is required. In the event of severe weather, the event may be cancelled or cut short.

IN PERSON: Crafternoon

Wednesday, July 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.

IN PERSON: Other Worlds Fantasy Book Group (*RR)

Wednesday, July 15, 6:30pm

Enjoy a discussion of Flint and Mirror by John Crowley for the month of July. Copies of the book are available at the Front Desk one month prior to meeting.

IN PERSON: MORNING MOVIE – Goat (*RR)

Thursday, July 16, 10:15am

Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood’s newest DVD releases — Goat. A small goat with big dreams gets a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the pros and play roarball, a high-intensity, co-ed, full-contact sport dominated by the fastest, fiercest animals in the world. Animated Animal Adventure. Rated PG. 1 Hour, 40 Minutes. Doors will open at 10am. Film will start at 10:15am. Candy & water will be served. A $1 donation is suggested to help cover the costs of refreshments.

OFFSITE: Tewksbury Community Market at LIVINGSTON PARK

Thursday, July 16, 4pm-7pm

The Tewksbury Community Market takes place on Thursdays, from 4pm to 7pm, from June 4, 2026 to September 24, 2026, 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.

IN PERSON: AFTERNOON MOVIE – Michael (*RR)

Friday, July 17, 2pm

Enjoy a screening of one of Hollywood’s newest DVD releases — Michael. The early life of musician Michael Jackson, from the discovery of his talent as the lead of the Jackson Five to the artist whose creative ambition fueled a pursuit to become the biggest entertainer in the world. Starring Jaafar Jackson and Nia Long. Biographical Drama. Rated PG-13. 2 Hours, 7 Minutes. Doors will open at 1:30pm. Film will start at 2pm. Candy & water will be served. A $1 donation is suggested to help cover the costs of refreshments.

Adult Events (Virtual)

VIRTUAL: Celebrating 250 — Two Nerdy History Girls Discuss Everyday Life In 1776

Monday, July 13, 7pm

Two Nerdy History Girls — bestselling historical fiction authors Loretta Chase and Susan Holloway Scott — will discuss how the signing of the Declaration of Independence affected the everyday lives of people living in the era, as well as how war upended their lives. Learn how these historic happenings affected every aspect of people’s lives in 1776.

VIRTUAL: The Little Gems Of Germany (*RR)

Tuesday, July 14, 2pm

Enjoy this armchair travel to Germany. Start off at Cologne to marvel at its majestic Cathedral and the Museum Ludwig, the home of an amazing collection of modern art. Then off to Munich and the Alte Pinakothek with its treasured Leonardo, Raphaels and Durers. While there,  make stops at its famed Hofbräuhaus and the nearby Neuschwanstein Castle. Then on to Dresden to view the Sistine Madonna with those charming little cherubs at its base. Next visit the medieval dream town of Rothenburg with cobblestone street like something out of a Grimm’s Fairytale. Finally, over to Frankfort to the Städel Museum with its Van Eyck, Botticelli and Vermeer. It’s an itinerary that can only be described as Wunderbar! Led by avid traveler and library lover Mary Maguire. A graduate of Brown University, Maguire worked for 38 years for the New York City Board of Education, where she created programs for teachers on how to integrate the arts into language art, science and social studies curriculums.

VIRTUAL: Bestselling Author Jane Healey Talks Historical Fiction (*RR)

Tuesday, July 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: Bram Stoker Award Nominated Author Sam Rebelein Talks Horror (*RR)

Tuesday, July 14, 7:30pm

Join Bram Stoker award-nominated author Sam Rebelein each quarter for 30 minutes of horror book recommendations. Sam is the author of Edenville, which was nominated for a Bram Stoker Award and won a Wonderland Book Award for Best Novel. With an MFA in Creative Writing from Goddard College, he is also the author of The Poorly Made and Other Things and Galloway’s Gospel.

VIRTUAL: JOB SEARCH HELP — Why You’re Not Hearing Back: A Recruiter’s Take On The Job Search (*RR)

Wednesday, July 15, 9:30am

Ever wonder what happens after you click ‘Apply’? You’ve sent the applications, waited for responses, and often heard nothing back. In this session, Kelli Hrivnak draws on her nearly two decades of recruiting experience to explain how hiring decisions are really made, what recruiters look for in their LinkedIn/resume scans, and the practical steps you can take to improve your results. Led by Kelli Hrivnak, the founder of Knak Digital, a boutique recruitment firm that specializes in identifying and matching technology, digital marketing, and creative talent with hyper-growth businesses. Kelli is a leader with over 15 years of experience in staffing and recruitment services.  Throughout her career, she has partnered with a large variety of companies, from Fortune 500 corporations to start-ups. Her extensive background in the technology and marketing industry has provided her with valuable insights she looks forward to sharing with job seekers.

VIRTUAL: Celebrating 250 — Virtual Tour Of Pennsylvania Avenue In Washington, DC (*RR)

Wednesday, July 15, 7pm

Join DC Design Tours for a virtual tour highlighting the history, design and architecture of Pennsylvania Avenue, one of the nation’s most iconic streets. Trace the corridor linking the White House to the U.S. Capitol — from the crime-ridden neighborhood of “Murder Bay” to a grand boulevard at the heart of the capital. Once home to brothels, saloons, and gambling halls, the Avenue has been repeatedly reshaped through urban reform, historic preservation, and monumental design. From Neoclassicism to Brutalism, Pennsylvania Avenue now reveals a fascinating architectural timeline in brick, marble, and concrete. Explore the buildings and planning decisions that turned a notorious district into a symbol of the capital’s civic ambition and evolving identity. Special attention will be paid to The White House, the Federal Triangle, the Eisenhower Executive Office Building, the Old Post Office Tower, the Edgar Hoover FBI Headquarters, and the Temperance Fountain.

VIRTUAL: The American Girls’ Club In Paris (*RR)

Thursday, July 16, 2pm

Art historian Jennifer Dasal will present the never-before-told story of The Club, a female-only residence known as “The American Girls’ Club” in Paris. These female artists forged connections with luminaries like Auguste Rodin and Gertrude Stein, and became activists through their relationships with the likes of Emmeline Pankhurst. These women’s lives revealed the power of The Club itself, and the way that having a safe home for single women of ambition allowed them to grow as teachers, artists, suffragists, and people. Dasal is the author of The Club: Where American Women Artists Found Refuge in Belle Époque Paris, and ArtCurious: Stories of the Unexpected, Slightly Odd, and Strangely Wonderful in Art History. She is also the curator of modern and contemporary art at the North Carolina Museum of Art in Raleigh, North Carolina, and the host of the independent podcast “ArtCurious,” which was named one of the best podcasts by O, The Oprah Magazine and PC Magazine.

VIRTUAL: Bestselling Author Kristan Higgins Talks Women’s Fiction (*RR)

Thursday, July 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: Explore The Wondrous World Of Everyday Bugs (*RR)

Thursday, July 16, 7pm

Award-winning nature writer and photographer Margie Patlak will take you on a wonder-filled “insect safari” of common insects that you can find wherever there are green spaces. Marvel at the beauty of everyday bugs and their surprising capabilities — including using tools, farming, doing math, recognizing themselves in mirrors, and navigating by starlight. Discover tips on how to find insects and ways to overcome any fears you might have of them. Plus, for gardeners, learn how to attract beneficial insects to your flower beds and garner more joy from them by noticing the insects hidden there. You don’t need to travel the globe to find extraordinary creatures because they’re hiding in plain sight in your own backyard! Patlak is the author of the new book, Insect Safari: Exploring the Wondrous World of Everyday Bugs.

VIRTUAL: The Hollywood Blockbuster — How Steven Spielberg & George Lucas Changed The Movies (*RR)

Friday, July 17, 2pm

Hollywood is an industry that has always depended on blockbusters, beginning with The Birth of a Nation and continuing with epics like Gone with the Wind, The Ten Commandments, and The Sound of Music. But beginning in 1974, two young filmmakers, Steven Spielberg and George Lucas, would together change the way the movie industry made movies. Spielberg’s Jaws and Lucas’ Star Wars (neither of which was predicted to be a hit) helped launch the careers of the most influential directors of our time. Whether they were making films together (like Indiana Jones) or separately (E.T., Jurassic Park, The Empire Strikes Back), they introduced the age of the “modern blockbuster,” which featured elaborate special effects and thrilling spectacle. Examine their five decades of filmmaking and discover how they changed the movies. Led by Brian Rose, a professor emeritus at Fordham University, where he taught for 38 years in the Department of Communication and Media Studies. He’s written several books on television history and cultural programming, and conducted more than a hundred Q&A’s with leading directors, actors, and writers for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences, the Screen Actors Guild, the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, and the Directors Guild of America.

Teen Events (In-Person)

IN PERSON: Play Retro & Modern Video Games with Hit Save! (All Ages)

Tuesday, July 14, 11am

Explore the history of video games together with Hit Save!, a video game history and preservation nonprofit. All ages are invited to drop in anytime during this event to play video games from retro video gaming systems (e.g., Atari 2600, NES, and PS1) and modern video gaming systems (e.g., Nintendo Switch).

IN PERSON: Felted The Doodler with Pop Up Art School (*RR)

Wednesday, July 15, 5:30pm

Needle felt this charming little guy using a barbed needle and wool roving. Pop up Art School will show you step-by-step how to sculpt the basic shapes of the body and how to put them together. You’ll also learn how to add the mini pencil to the doodler’s hand and take home the tiny book as well! Learn the joy of needle felting with Pop up Art School in a friendly environment. You’ll gain the basic skills of needle felting, walking away with a finished piece and the confidence to continue your felting journey independently. This event is open to teens entering grades 6-12 in September 2026.

Children’s Events (In-Person)

IN PERSON: Family Story Time

Monday, July 13, 10:15am

Join us for stories, songs, movement, instruments, dancing, and more for the whole family. 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 with all of the songs and rhymes we are using so you can follow along! This story time session runs every Monday from June 22 to August 10 (excluding unexpected illnesses). You can drop in one week, every week or however works best for your schedule. Stories will be geared toward babies and toddlers, but we can all enjoy listening! For children birth – grade 5 and their families.

IN PERSON: Preschool Playgroup

Thursday, July 16, 11am

Preschool playgroup is a weekly group where kids can meet, play, and learn. Pick up STEM and early 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: Critters in the Garden with Mill City Grows (*RR)

Thursday, July 16, 3:30pm

Come to the garden with Mill City Grows to take a closer look at the critters living in it! We will make discoveries on beneficial insects vs. pests while going on a bug hunt around the garden. Kids will get to use microscopes to look at a wide variety of insect samples and WORMS! Please meet us in the community garden behind the library at 3:30pm. Don’t forget to wear your sunscreen! This event is for children in grades 3-5.

IN PERSON: Petting Zoo (*RR)

Friday, July 17, 10:30am

This fun and educational program brings goats, sheep, alpacas, and silkie chickens to pet and feed, as well as colorful macaws to admire! There will be 14+ animals outside at the library. Informational signs and animal handlers will be there to answer questions. This event is for children birth – grade 5.