Holiday Hors D’Oeuvres Class Will Take Place On December 10, Holiday Trivia Night On December 11 In Tewksbury

Press release from: the Town of Tewksbury:

December 4, 2020

Event Registration

Please register online using our Calendar of Events at www.tewksburypl.org or by calling 978- 640-4490. We strongly recommend registration for programs that are marked *RR. Thank you to the Friends of the Library for generously sponsoring our programs.

Adult Events

Tewksbury Job Seekers Network: Get Out Of The Habit Of Being Yourself ON ZOOM (*RR)

Monday, December 7, 2pm

Is your life in transition? Job/career on hold (or life support)? Stuck and need a jump-start? The secret of successful change is to focus your energy, not in fighting the old, but on building the new. Join us for a fast-paced interactive experience and leave with your own plan for change and bold action! Led by Maureen B. Weisner, M.Ed., PCC., CPCC, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of boutique career-consulting firm KICKSTART Your Transition, specializes in working with individuals in or approaching transition, typically involving career change, divorce, education and other work/life events. She is a certified professional coach, seminar leader, speaker, and author. Maureen has been recognized as a Top 10 Executive Coach by Women’s Business Boston. Maureen’s extensive business knowledge integrates a broad depth of experience drawn from corporate sales, training, education and small business ownership, which she brings to her client base. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Laughter Circle ON FACEBOOK LIVE

Monday, December 7, 7pm

This program combines voluntary laughter exercises with gentle breathing techniques to teach the body how to laugh without relying on jokes or humor. This is a participatory program where we will create moments to laugh in through guided actions. No need to bring a yoga mat--most of the program is seated, with options for standing or gentle movement. What are the benefits of laughter? Mood elevates. Stress, depression and tension decrease. Immunity improves. Lung capacity increases through deep breathing, enhancing oxygen delivery to all parts of the body. Endorphin and serotonin levels rise. Laughter provides an excellent internal massage to digestive tract as well as improving blood supply to the internal organs. People who laugh don’t worry as much as people who don’t laugh. Session will last about 30 minutes. Program is open to al ages.

S2 Science Squared Book Discussion ON ZOOM (*RR)

Monday, December 7, 7pm

The Science/Science Fiction Book Discussion Group will read Broad Band by Claire Lisa Evans. Books are available at the Front Desk one month before the discussion. Please contact Diane Giarrusso at dgiarrusso@tewksbury-ma.gov if you are interested in participating.

Forgotten Drinks Of Colonial New England ON ZOOM (*RR)

Tuesday, December 8, 7pm

Join food and drinks writer Corin Hirsch for a virtual talk and tasting of colonial-era beverages, both spiked and non-alcoholic. Hirsch, the author of Forgotten Drinks of Colonial New England: From Flips and Rattle-Skulls to Switchel and Spruce Beer, will explore the roots and reasons behind early Americans' enthusiasm for drink. She’ll also break down the building blocks of a rudimentary colonial-era bar and touch on key events where alcohol played a role. Segueing from the 1700s to present day, she’ll also touch on her adventures as a food critic in New England and on Long Island, where she’s part of the busy food team at Newsday. Sponsored by the Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library.

Poetry Circle ON ZOOM (*RR)

Wednesday, December 9, 1:30pm

Anyone interested in reading and chatting about poetry is invited to register and discuss a handful of poems monthly. We will email poems starting December 2nd. At Poetry Circle, we believe in reading and responding to poems from where we are. You do not have to be an expert to participate; in fact it can be more fun to come with a curious mind! Contact Diane Giarrusso, dgiarrusso@tewksbury-ma.gov, 978-640-4490 x208 to register or with questions.

Non-Fiction Book Group: Born A Crime ON ZOOM (*RR)

Thursday, December 10, 10:30am

Join us for a discussion of Born a Crime: Stories From a South African Childhood by Trevor Noah. The compelling, inspiring and comically sublime coming of age story, set during the twilight years of apartheid and the tumultuous days of freedom that followed. This discussion will be conducted virtually via Zoom. Please email Noelle at nboc@tewksburypl.org and she will send you the link to the meeting.

Holiday Hors D’Oeuvres with Liz Barbour ON ZOOM (*RR)

Thursday, December 10, 7pm

Holiday entertaining can be stressful, but it doesn't need to be. Chef Liz Barbour of the Creative Feast shares catering secrets that will help you to create a party menu that is simple and stress free. Liz will discuss shopping lists, preparation check lists, and passing tray decoration tips that you can recreate at home. Liz's discussion is followed by a cooking demonstration and tasting of 2 of her favorite hors d’oeurve recipes. Liz Barbour has been cooking professionally in the Boston area since 1992 and started The Creative Feast in 2004. Liz's cooking demonstrations and recipes have been featured on New Hampshire Chronicle, Channel 9’s “Cooks Corner” and in various publications including New Hampshire Magazine. In 2017 Liz published her first cookbook “Beautifully Delicious: Cooking with Herbs & Edible Flowers”. Liz shares her skills as a working chef and entertaining communicator, whose relaxed and humorous attitudes toward food demystify the cooking process. Sit back and watch while Liz prepares and presents exciting dishes for you and your friends to enjoy. Sponsored by the Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library. Presented in collaboration with the Wilmington Memorial Library.

Gratitude Call-In Program (*RR)

Friday, December 11, 9am

Join the Tewksbury Public Library for our brand new Gratitude Call In Program! Every Friday morning at 9am, call in to share something you are grateful for in a welcoming, friendly space. Listening to other callers share what they are grateful for is an uplifting way to start your day! This program will take place completely over the phone. Register below or call librarian Robert Hayes at 978-640-4490 x 205 for more information and to register over the phone. Once you register for this program, Robert will send you the information you will need to make the call.

Trivia Night: Holiday Edition ON ZOOM (*RR)

Friday, December 11, 7pm

The Tewksbury Public Library is excited to host its a Virtual Trivia Night for the holiday season. Join us on Zoom to test your trivia skills! Play solo or organize a team! If you would like to play as a team, you will be responsible for coming up with a method of communication between you and your teammates (texting, etc.) as this is not built into the Zoom platform. While there will be a concentration of holiday-themed trivia questions, there will be general trivia questions as well. For security purposes, participants' videos will be disabled, so no need to worry about having a working webcam to play. The ability to view slides on a screen is all you need for this fantastic trivia fun! Please note that trivia questions are geared towards adults in challenge rating. (If families want to play together, however, there are no "embarrassing" questions or content.) Registration is required. There is a 35-team limit. Only one team member should register. That registration will cover his or her entire team. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Teen Events

Among Us ON ZOOM (*RR)

Tuesday, December 8, 7:30pm

Join your crewmates in a multiplayer game of teamwork and betrayal over Zoom. Download the free Among Us app, and play in a private match hosted by the Tewksbury Public Library. This event is for teens in grades 6-12.

Social Justice Service Club Interest Meeting ON ZOOM (*RR)

Saturday, December 12, 11am

Join us for an interest meeting to meet like-minded teens. Discuss issues that are important to you and plan future activities. Earn community service hours for attending. Open to grades 9-12. This is a virtual club offered by Burlington Public Library, Stevens Memorial Library, Tewksbury Public Library and Wilmington Memorial Library.

Children’s Events

Tiny Tykes Story Time ON FACEBOOK

Monday, December 7, 10:30am

Story time for infants and toddlers with Miss Heather! Join her for stories, songs, movement and more! This program will run live on the library’s Facebook page (www.facebook.com/TewksburyLib).

Holiday Tea Party ON FACEBOOK

Monday, December 7, 7pm

Do you celebrate Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, or the Winter Solstice? At this tea party, we will be celebrating them all! Join Miss Kat for a story, an easy craft, and refreshments (please supply your own). This month, our party will be holiday themed! his program will run live on the library’s Facebook page (www.facebook.com/TewksburyLib).

Story Time ON FACEBOOK

Tuesday, December 8, 9am

Join Miss Kat for songs, movement, and a story or two! This program will run live on the library's Facebook page (www.facebook.com/TewksburyLib).

Virtual Little Einsteins ON FACEBOOK

Wednesday, December 9, 2pm

Every month, Miss Heather will be posting a science video aimed at ages 3-6! Bags of supplies will be left outside the library for people to take on a first come, first served basis. Visit the library’s Facebook or YouTube page at 2pm to view the video.

Kids Holiday Trivia ON ZOOM (*RR)

Friday, December 11, 3pm

The Tewksbury Public Library is excited to host a Virtual Kids Holiday Trivia Event for those who love everything festive and wintery! We will be talking about kid-friendly holiday books, movies, traditions and more, and including Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, the Winter Solstice, and more. Join us on Zoom to test your trivia skills! Play solo or organize a team! If you would like to play as a team, you will be responsible for coming up with a method of communication between you and your teammates (texting, etc.) as this is not built into the Zoom platform. For security purposes, participants' videos will be disabled, so no need to worry about having a working webcam to play. The ability to view slides on a screen is all you need for this fantastic trivia fun! This trivia game is designed for kids ages 7-11 and their families. All are welcome to play!

Registration is required. There is a 35-team limit. Only one team member should register. That registration will cover their entire team.

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