Tewksbury Library To Host 15 Virtual Programs, October 12-17

Below is a list of virtual programming at the Tewksbury Public Library during the week of Monday, October 12, 2020. Programs are FREE and OPEN TO ALL.

Adult Events

Health Over Tobacco Industry Profits ON ZOOM

Tuesday, October 13, 5:30pm

For decades, the tobacco and vaping industries have strategically and successfully targeted Black, LatinX, and LGBTQ+ communities with their addictive products. Of these unjust tactics, the racial targeting of the Black community with menthol cigarettes has had the most negative impact. Fast forward to 2015 and current day, and the tobacco and vaping industry came out with electronic cigarettes to addict a new generation on nicotine with similar marketing tactics. This presentation will explore the history of injustice within the tobacco and vaping industries, and the action steps Massachusetts has taken to prioritize community health over tobacco and vaping industry profits. Presented by Ashley Hall, MS Program Manager of the Northeast Tobacco-Free Community Partnership. Register HERE.

Toxic Stress & Addiction ON ZOOM

Tuesday, October 13, 7pm

People who have experienced toxic stress, caused by experiences in a household or in the community, are at much higher risk for problematic substance use and addiction. In this workshop, participants will explore the data on toxic stress and problematic substance use and examine trauma-responsive approaches to prevention. Led by Liz Blackwell-Moore, MPH, PS-C, Public Health Consultant with Birch Lane Strategies. Liz has been working in the field of substance use and chronic disease prevention since 2000, first in direct service as a case manager and for the last 15 years specializing in substance use prevention and behavioral health promotion. Register HERE.

Poetry Circle ON ZOOM

Wednesday, October 14, 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 October 7th. 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 at dgiarrusso@tewksbury-ma.gov to register.

VIRTUAL BESTSELLING AUTHOR SERIES: Gregory Maguire Discusses ‘Wicked’ & ‘A Wild Winter Swan’ ON ZOOM

Wednesday, October 14, 7pm

Bestselling author Gregory Maguire will discuss the 25th Anniversary of Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West, and his latest book, A Wild Winter Swan, in conversation with bestselling author Daniel Handler (aka Lemony Snicket) in this Zoom webinar. Gregory Maguire is the New York Times bestselling author of Confessions of an Ugly Stepsister; Lost; Mirror Mirror; and the Wicked Years, a series that includes Wicked, Son of a Witch, A Lion Among Men, and Out of Oz. Now a beloved classic, Wicked is the basis for a blockbuster Tony Award–winning Broadway musical. Maguire has lectured on art, literature, and culture both at home and abroad. He also helped found and for 25 years codirected Children’s Literature New England, Inc., a nonprofit that raises awareness of the significance of literature in the lives of children. He lives with his family near Boston. Daniel Handler is the author of seven novels. As Lemony Snicket, he is responsible for numerous books for children, including Swarm of Bees, illustrated by Rilla Alexander. His books have sold more than 70 million copies and have been translated into 40 languages, and have been adapted for screen and stage. The first season of Netflix’s adaptation of A Series of Unfortunate Events, for which he served as Executive Producer and Writer, won a 2018 Peabody Award for its “lively excellence, strange silliness, and compelling storytelling,” and the teleplay won a 2019 Writers Guild Award. He lives in San Francisco with the illustrator Lisa Brown, to whom he is married and with whom he has collaborated on several books, and one son. Register HERE.

FRIGHT NIGHTS: Fright Night Trivia ON ZOOM

Friday, October 16, 7pm

The Tewksbury Public Library is excited to host a Virtual Trivia Night for those who love everything scary, including horror movies, monsters, Halloween traditions 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! Please note that trivia questions are geared towards adults in challenge rating. Due to our topic, there may be some images during the picture round that may be more frightening to a younger audience. Registration for this event is FULL.

The History of Tewksbury Township, New Jersey ON ZOOM

Saturday, October 17, 2:30pm

Did you know there are FIVE other Tewksbury communities in the world? We're going to try to spotlight all of them over the next six months! Learn about the history and origins of Tewksbury Township, New Jersey. Enjoy a pictorial history of how Tewksbury was founded, some key people and places, and what life was like then and now. Presented by Shaun C. Van Doren, who has been the President of the Tewksbury (NJ) Historical Society for the past 9 years. He is the official historian of Tewksbury Township and is an 8th generation resident of Tewksbury. Register HERE.

Children's Events

Story Time ON FACEBOOK

Tuesday, October 13, 11am

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, October 14, 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. This program will be shared on the library's Facebook page (www.facebook.com/TewksburyLib).

Virtual Spooky Tea Party ON FACEBOOK

Wednesday, October 24, 7pm

Have a tea party with Miss Kat! We will have a story, an easy craft, and enjoy refreshments (please supply your own). This month, our party will be Halloween-themed! This program will be shared on the library's Facebook page (www.facebook.com/TewksburyLib).

A Visit From The Seacoast Science Center ON ZOOM

Thursday, October 15, 3pm

The Seacoast Science Center will be joining us via Zoom to present two programs! At 3pm, we will learn all about the marine life that lives in the Gulf of Maine and take a tour of the indoor tide pool to learn more about the adaptations of the invertebrates found along our rocky shore. The program is 20-25 minutes long with a 10-minute question and answer time, and trivia at the end. Register HERE.

Marine Mammal Rescue ON ZOOM

Thursday, October 15, 6pm

The Seacoast Science Center will be joining us via Zoom to present two programs! At 6 pm, we will learn about the SSC's Marine Mammal Rescue division, how they help stranded seals, and what you can do to help keep our marine mammals safe. The program is 20-25 minutes long with a 10 minute question and answer time, and trivia at the end. Each program will be capped at 25 viewers, so please register early! Register HERE.

Kids Halloween Trivia ON ZOOM

Friday, October 16, 3pm

The Tewksbury Public Library is excited to host a Virtual Kids Halloween Trivia Event for those who love everything spooky and scary! We will be talking about kid-friendly scary books, movies, Halloween traditions 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! Register HERE.

Teen Events

MVLC Undead Edition: Anamorphic Hedwig

Tuesday, October 13, 3pm

Join Pop Up Art School in creating a drawing of Harry Potter's Hedwig that will appear to magically hover above the surface. Pop up Art School will show you step-by-step how to create an anamorphic drawing which uses forced perspective to create this illusion. You'll also learn the fascinating history of this art form. Register HERE.

MVLC Undead Edition: Spider & Web Pumpkins

Thursday, October 15, 3:45pm

Register to reserve your take-home kit to pick up via curbside the week of the session, and join Brittany for a Zoom tutorial on day of the program!Transform plastic pumpkins into a spooky spider and its web with acrylic paint, wire, googly eyes, and washi tape. All supplies provided except for scissors and glue. Register HERE.

MVLC Undead Edition: Zombie Makeup Demo

Saturday, October 17, 3pm

Maggie is back to demonstrate how to achieve a ghoulish zombie look with makeup just in time for Halloween! Maggie will use affordable makeup found at seasonal Halloween stores and the Dollar Store, including: White body paint, Vampire blood or stage blood, Bloody scab makeup, Bruise wheel or red and yellow eyeshadow, Scare wax, Purple eyeshadow palette, and Green face paint or eyeshadow. Register HERE.