VIRTUAL: JOB SEARCH HELP -- Find Your Next Job With The BRIDGE Method (*RR)

Monday, December 12, 2pm

In addition to those out of work, at any given time, 50 percent of the work force is seeking a new job, or considering a career change. To combat the increased competition for every opening, Career-Life Coach Dawn Quesnel developed the B.R.I.D.G.E. methodology, a job search method featured on the news, and published by SelfGrowth.com "101 Great Ways to Enhance Your Career". B.R.I.D.G.E is an acronym for the time-tested, six-step job search process with a 15-year track record of success that Quesnel has used to lead hundreds of job seekers to jobs and careers they love. The B.R.I.D.G.E. methodology can: Help you best articulate the type of position you’re looking for; Help you develop a strategy for tapping into the hidden job market; Help you reduce the amount of time it takes to get hired; Help you get more interviews; Establish clearer, more precise goals and objectives; Achieve a broader and deeper understanding of your new or current field; Create a more dynamic network of business contacts; and Implement an actionable strategy to achieve your career goals and land the right position in half the time Led by Dawn Quesnel, CPCC, of CoachDQ.com.

IN PERSON: Book Launch For Tewksbury Author Dennis Hobart Giles ("To Know Him Is: A True Story") (*RR)

Monday, December 12, 7pm

Tewksbury author Dennis Hobart Giles will celebrate his book, To Know Him Is: A True Story, at this book launch event. (Dennis released the book in February, and this is his first event in Tewksbury.) Dennis invites his family, friends, acquaintances and the general public to the event where he'll read selections from his book and answer audience questions. Refreshments will be served. Autographed copies of Dennis's book will be available to those interested. 

VIRTUAL: Celebrate The 75th Anniversary of 'Miracle on 34th Street' (*RR)

Monday, December 12, 7pm

Pay tribute to the beloved Christmas movie "Miracle on 34th Street" in celebration of its 75th Anniversary! Enjoy a presentation filled with film clips, trivia, and facts about this much-loved holiday film. Led by Frank Mandosa, a film historian and full-time Massachusetts high school Film and English teacher. Mandosa has been given film lectures at libraries, senior centers, and community centers across the state since 2012. He is the co-host of 'Reel Life,' an award-winning local access TV show that features movie reviews.

VIRTUAL: The Nature of Winter with the Mass Audubon (*RR)

Tuesday, December 13, 11am

The nature of Massachusetts is filled with seasonal mysteries waiting to be uncovered. Have you ever wondered which animal left tracks in the snow? What happens to pond animals under a layer of ice? Or what trees are lining the trails on your winter walks? This online program will introduce the seasonal dynamics of nature in winter, and provide ideas and resources for observing, appreciating, and supporting wildlife near home this winter. Led by Patti Steinman, the Education Coordinator for Mass Audubon’s Connecticut River Valley Sanctuaries, based out of Arcadia in Easthampton and Northampton. She has worked at Mass Audubon for 30 years (she is old), developing and overseeing programs for adults, families, and children. She currently oversees Arcadia’s outdoor nature preschool. 

VIRTUAL: The Roosevelts At Christmas (*RR)

Tuesday, December 13, 2pm

Learn about the customs and traditions followed by the Roosevelt family as they celebrated Christmas, one of their favorite holidays of the year. See Roosevelt Christmas cards, FDR's remarks at the National Tree Lighting, FDR's documents for sending Christmas trees to Churchill, a clip of Eleanor reading "A Christmas Carol," pictures of FDR and Eleanor with Santa; and FDR's Christmas list. Led by Jeffrey Urbin, Education Specialist at the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum. 

IN PERSON: 1-on-1 Tech Help 

Tuesday, December 13, 5:30pm-8:30pm

The Tewksbury Public Library is now offering 1-on-1 tech help to seniors. Drop-in on Tuesdays, from 5:30pm to 8:30pm, or Fridays, from 2:30pm to 4pm. Visit the second-floor Reference Desk to check in. Sessions will last up to 30 minutes. No registration required. First come, first served. The library’s technology volunteer Renee can provide assistance in the following areas: smartphone basics; tablet basics; basic use of hardware and software for desktops/laptops; email; and guidance on some of the library’s digital services, such as Libby (free eBooks and eAudiobooks). Please bring your device with you, if you can. Please note Renee is a library school student, not a technology professional, but she hopes to be able to provide you with some answers to your tech questions and solutions to your tech problems.

VIRTUAL: How To Break Into Movies & Television (*RR)

Tuesday, December 13, 7pm

Learn some of the different paths and strategies on how to break into the movie and television industry from director, producer and author Lenny Manzo. Manzo will discuss all the positions on the film set with an accent on the creative positions, actor, director, writer and producer. He will also break down the necessary training, education, and addresses the various financial options. Many positions offer different routes for success. All the support positions will also be addressed as well as the related unions and guilds associated with the position. After attending this lecture, you will have a much clearer understanding of the structure of the industry, how it works and be able to make a more calculated choice for a potential career in movies and television.

VIRTUAL: Holiday Favorites -- The Most Wonderful Songs of The Year (*RR)

Wednesday, December 14, 11am

Hearing holiday music can instantly fill our minds with the smell of pine, the taste of eggnog, and the warmth of a bright burning fire, but did you know that Jingle Bells was originally meant to be a Thanksgiving song? Discover the story behind some of your holiday favorites while we learn why they truly are the most wonderful songs of the year. Dan Lupo, creator of FiveMinuteMozart.com, a music education platform with over 2 million views and 20k+ subscribers, will present an incredible music education program that consists of a spoken lecture as well as live performances.

VIRTUAL: Best Bike Rides in New England (*RR)

Wednesday, December 14, 7pm

Author David Sobel will give a presentation based on his new book, “Best Bike Rides in New England,” in this Zoom webinar. Sobel will reveal some of his favorite rides, discuss the variables he uses when designing a ride, explain how to design rides using online tools like "Map My Ride" or "Strava," advocate for incorporating bike riding 3-5 times a week into your personal wellness goals, and suggest a great ride in or around your community. 

VIRTUAL: A Very Rockwell Christmas (*RR)

Thursday, December 15, 11am

Enjoy Rockwell’s depictions of the humorous and heartwarming aspects of people coming together for the holidays. Painted over several decades, Rockwell’s Christmas images capture universal scenes of celebration and joy and have helped to shape American ideas about “the most wonderful time of the year.” Led by art historian Jane Oneail, owner of Culturally Curious. Jane holds a Master’s in Art History from Boston University and a Master’s in Education from the Harvard University Graduate School of Education. She is a New Hampshire native and has worked at some of the state’s most esteemed cultural institutions, including the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen, where she served as Executive Director, and the Currier Museum of Art, where she held the role of Senior Educator. 

VIRTUAL: The History of Rod Stewart (*RR)

Thursday, December 15, 2pm

No one takes being a rock star more seriously than Rod Stewart. Fancy sports car, big hair, flamboyant clothing and of course models for wives. He’s unabashedly all in and could be a rock and roll cartoon character except for this one little thing…he’s a great singer! Using performance and interview clips we’ll trace the arc of Rod’s career from “Maggie May,” “Tonight’s The Night” and the eternally embarrassing “Do Ya Think I’m Sexy” to his astoundingly successful interpretations of the Great American Songbook. Led by Gary Wenstrup, who has taught courses on the Beatles, Simon & Garfunkel and Motown Records for the Continuing Education Departments of College of DuPage and Oakton (IL) Community College. Wenstrup has lectured at over 80 public libraries. Besides being featured on radio broadcasts and in newspaper articles, he is also a reoccurring guest on the widely respected podcast “Something About The Beatles.”

VIRTUAL: Christmas & New Years Culinary Traditions (*RR)

Thursday, December 15, 7pm

Learn about how Christmas was once a rowdy holiday for heathens. Explore the New Amsterdam origins of Christmas foods and the very New York origins of the modern Santa Claus. Find out just how many Victorian holiday games and food involved actual fire, and how New Year’s Day in New York City was a thinly veiled bar crawl. And, of course, examine all the symbolic feasting and sweets from Plum Pudding to New Years Cakes. Led by culinary historian Sarah Lohman, author of the bestselling book Eight Flavors: The Untold Story of American Cuisine. Formerly the Curator of Food Programming at the Lower East Side Tenement Museum, Lohman has lectured at hundreds of universities and institutions nationwide, including the Museum of Science, Boston, the American Museum of Natural History, and The New York Public Library.

VIRTUAL: An Introduction To Hanukkah (*RR)

Thursday, December 15, 7pm

Learn about Hanukkah -- a fun-filled eight-day festival celebrated by people all around the word who practice the Jewish faith -- in this virtual presentation from the Lappin Foundation.  Hanukkah is a holiday honoring the Maccabees's victory over King Antiochus, who forbade Jews to practice their religion. It is celebrated on the 25th day of Kislev (the ninth month of the Hebrew calendar), which is generally in late November to mid-December. For eight nights, candles are lit in a menorah, a candelabrum with spaces for nine candles -- one for each night plus a helper candle called the shamash. On each night, one more candle is added and lit. During the lighting, people recite special blessings and prayers. Families also play games, sing songs, and exchange gifts during the celebration. The Lappin Foundation is a Massachusetts-based non-profit organization that provides exciting programs for children, teens and adults that spark an interest in Jewish living and learning, as well as foster positive relationships through education with individuals of all faiths. The Foundation’s core mission is to enhance Jewish identity across generations.

IN PERSON: PuzzleMania (*RR)

Friday, December 16, 10:30am

Calling all jigsaw puzzle fanatics! Come meet fellow jigsaw puzzle lovers, discuss all things jigsaw puzzles, participate in fun jigsaw puzzle challenges, and take part in a jigsaw puzzle giveaway. Led by Sue Pedersen, an unabashed jigsaw puzzle addict who organizes the library’s quarterly jigsaw puzzle swaps.

VIRTUAL: Winter Raptors -- Birds At The Top Of The Food Web (*RR)

Friday, December 16, 1pm

Some of the most sought-after birds in New England are the many species of winter raptors. Some of these amazing birds are permanent residents in our area. Others move south out of their northern breeding grounds during the late fall and winter to hunt over area forests, fields, and salt marshes. During this presentation, our guide -- Bill Gette -- will describe the different feeding strategies employed by the various species and review the many aids to field identification. Did you know that female raptors are bigger than their male counterparts? Did you know that some species of owls hunt in the daytime? Join us for an informative afternoon exploring these interesting birds of prey. Led by Bill Gette, Founding Director of Mass Audubon’s Joppa Flats Education Center in Newburyport, who has over 30 years of experience leading groups to exciting local, domestic, and international destinations.

IN PERSON: 1-on-1 Tech Help 

Friday, December 16, 2:30pm-4pm

The Tewksbury Public Library is now offering 1-on-1 tech help to seniors. Drop-in on Tuesdays, from 5:30pm to 8:30pm, or Fridays, from 2:30pm to 4pm. Visit the second-floor Reference Desk to check in. Sessions will last up to 30 minutes. No registration required. First come, first served. The library’s technology volunteer Renee can provide assistance in the following areas: smartphone basics; tablet basics; basic use of hardware and software for desktops/laptops; email; and guidance on some of the library’s digital services, such as Libby (free eBooks and eAudiobooks). Please bring your device with you, if you can. Please note Renee is a library school student, not a technology professional, but she hopes to be able to provide you with some answers to your tech questions and solutions to your tech problems.

VIRTUAL: Trivia Night -- Holiday Traditions From Around The World (*RR)

Friday, December 16, 7pm

Join us on Zoom to test your knowledge of holiday traditions from around the world! Play solo or organize a team! 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.)

Teen Events

IN PERSON: Winter Wreaths (*RR)

Tuesday, December 13, 3:30pm

Join us for a winter-themed craft where we will be decorating foam rings with ribbon, buttons, and other fun materials to make our very own winter wreath! All supplies will be provided, and as always, this event is FREE! This event is for teens in grades 6-12 only.

IN PERSON: Sock Gnomes (*RR)

Wednesday, December 14, 3:30pm

Join Emily as we learn how to make sock gnomes! Requiring only a few items, you'll have this adorable decoration to keep after attending this in person event. This event is for teens in grades 6-12 only.

IN PERSON: Retro Holiday Movies (*RR)

Saturday, December 17, 1:30pm

Wear your ugliest holiday sweater, enjoy some snacks and get ready for retro holiday movies! We'll be watching “Santa Claus is Coming to Town” (1970), “Jack Frost” (1979), and “Rudolph's Shiny New Year” (1976).  There will be a prize for best ugly sweater.  This event is open for teens in grades 6-12 only.

Children’s Events

IN PERSON: Tiny Tykes Story Time

Monday, December 12, 10:30am

Tiny Tykes Storytime is designed for young children ages 0 to 18 months. Older siblings are always welcome to join in. Join us for a fun session of stories, songs, fingerplays, instruments, and gentle movement that help build early literacy skills. Babies experience the sounds and structure of language through rhythm, rhyme and repetition.

IN PERSON: Sprouts Story Time

Tuesday, December 13, 10:30am

Sprouts Storytime is designed for is designed for little ones 18 months through 4 years. Get your early literacy skills on with stories, songs, movement, instruments, dancing and more!

IN PERSON: Graphic Novel Book Club (*RR)

Tuesday, December 13, 6pm

This month we'll talk about Cardboard Kingdom by Chad Sell. You can pick up your copy behind the Children's Desk. This program is intended for children ages 8 to 11, and is limited to 15 seats.

IN PERSON: Nursery Rhyme Baby Time

Wednesday, December 14, 10:30am

Join Miss Haley for some early literacy fun with stories, songs, and nursery rhymes at this story time. No registration required. Please drop in!

IN PERSON: Gingerbread Decorating (*RR)

Wednesday, December 14, 5pm-7pm

Join Miss Kat and Miss Haley to decorate your own gingerbread man!

IN PERSON: Preschool Playgroup

Thursday, December 15, 11am

Introducing our brand-new Thursday morning Preschool Playgroup! Learn some literacy skills and have some fun while you're at it! This program is cohosted by Community Teamwork.

IN PERSON: Sprouts Craft

Friday, December 16, 3:30pm

Join us to make a fun craft! This craft is designed for kids aged 2-6.

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