Tewksbury Library To Host 11 FREE Programs Next Week (8/15-8/21)

Below are program listings from the Tewksbury Public Library:

Adult Events

TEWKSBURY JOB SEEKERS NETWORK -- Franchising & Self-Employment As A Career Option (ON ZOOM)

Monday, August 16, 2pm

Thinking about business ownership, but not willing to take on the risk of starting your own business from scratch? It may be time to consider franchising. From consulting to restaurants, from gyms to service-based businesses, from home based to personal services, franchising offers a wide range of opportunities for entrepreneurs. In this workshop, you will learn: (1) What is franchising?; (2) What's the difference between owning a franchise and starting my own business?; (3) Types of franchises available; (4) Where to find out about franchise opportunities; (5) Initial investment requirements; (6) How COVID affected small businesses and franchises; and (7) Is business ownership in general, right for you? You will leave this workshop with a better understanding of the pros and cons of independent business ownership and franchises. Led by franchise ownership coach Suzanne Gray, who has been coaching people who are exploring franchises since 2005. Register HERE.

OUTDOOR CONCERT SERIES: The Eagles Experience -- The Eagles Tribute Band (IN-PERSON)

Monday, August 16, 6pm (Early Start)

Enjoy a concert from The Eagles Experience, which aims to be the most authentic tribute show to the Eagles available today. With a one-to-one lineup that reflects the Eagles during their heyday in the late 1970s, the members of The Eagles Experience each emulate their respective “Eagle”, playing the correct instrument and singing the songs as sung by their protégé. Every member of The Eagles Experience is dedicated to presenting their part as accurately as possible, and will provide you with an ultimate "Eagles Experience" you will not soon forget. The Eagles Experience plays songs written and recorded by the Eagles as a band, from their biggest hits to hidden gems. This concert will take place on the library's back lawn. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own blankets or chairs. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be rescheduled for later in August. Co-sponsored by the Friends of the Library and the Tewksbury Cultural Council.

OUTDOOR PLAY SERIES: An Evening With Abolitionist & Suffragist Abby Hutchinson (IN-PERSON)

Tuesday, August 17, 6:30pm

Popular songs are a wonderful window for looking into social movements of America's past, as shown by singer/actress Deborah Anne Goss in her program: "Abby Hutchinson’s Sweet Freedom Songs." Deborah performs as New Hampshire-born abolitionist, suffragist, and singer Abby Hutchinson, who became famous singing anti-slavery songs with her brothers as ‘The Hutchinson Family Singers’ during the 1840's. There is a direct connection between the abolition movement and the campaign for woman suffrage, as the stories and songs in this lively program illustrate. There may be opportunities for audience participation, and words for some of the song choruses are provided. This living history performance/concert will take place on the library's back lawn. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own blankets or chairs. In case of inclement weather, the performance will be rescheduled for later in August. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

TEWKSBURY WRITING GROUP: Finding Beta Readers, Editing & Keeping Morale Up (ON ZOOM)

Tuesday, August 17, 7pm

Are you a writer -- or an aspiring writer -- looking for some support? The new Tewksbury Writing Group, which generally meets the third Tuesday evening of every month, is open to everyone who's interested in writing -- all genres, all skill levels. Each meeting -- which will take place via Zoom -- features a guest speaker (typically a published author or editor) offering some tips of the trade. Between meetings, members can share their work for reading and friendly critiquing via the group's list-serv. The August 2021 guest speaker is Gabriel Valjan. Valjan is the author of the Roma Series and the Company Files with Winter Goose Publishing. His second book in the Company Files, The Naming Game, was nominated for an Agatha Award for Best Historical Mystery in 2020 at Malice Domestic, and for an Anthony Award for Best Paperback Original at Bouchercon. Dirty Old Town, the first of five books in the Shane Cleary series from Level Best Books, was published in January 2020. His short stories have appeared in numerous anthologies. Valjan has been listed for the Fish Prize three times, shortlisted for the Bridport Prize, and received an Honorable Mention for the Nero Wolfe Black Orchid Novella Contest in 2018. Valjan's presentation will focus on editing, beta readers, etiquette for blurbs and on social media, and how to keep morale up. Register HERE.

50+ Job Seekers Networking Group (ON ZOOM)

Wednesday, August 18, 9:30am

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! The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am, via Zoom. Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition. Each meeting features a new topic. Meetings include a presentation and hands-on workshop on topics relevant to career transition, guest speakers, access to hiring managers, small group breakout rooms to network, and 1-on-1 coaching guidance. Participating on a regular basis will give job seekers the many tools and strategies needed for a successful job search. Each biweekly meeting is facilitated by Deborah Hope, MBA, PCIC, an experienced executive career coach. This week's topic (August 18) is Developing A Resume: Part #2. The Tewksbury Library has partnered with libraries in Andover, Billerica, Chelmsford, Danvers, North Andover, Shrewsbury, and Wilmington to sponsor this group. Register HERE. Please make sure to select 'MA Library Collaborative' in the 'Workshop Series or Event' drop-down menu when registering.

Crafternoon (IN-PERSON)

Wednesday, August 18, 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, but will have ZOOM up for anyone who can't make it to the Library. Please email Jeanne at jswartz@tewksburypl.org and she will send you the link to the meeting.

CORNING AUTHOR SERIES: 'Spin: A Novel Based on a (Mostly) True Story' (ON ZOOM)

Wednesday, August 18, 7pm

Join bestselling author Peter Zheutlin for a presentation on his new book, Spin: A Novel Based on a (Mostly) True Story, via Zoom. Ride away on a 'round-the-world adventure of a lifetime—with only a change of clothes and a pearl-handled revolver—in this transcendent novel inspired by the life of Annie Londonderry. Who was Annie Londonderry? She captured the popular imagination with her daring ‘round the world trip on two wheels. It was, declared The New York World in October of 1895, “the most extraordinary journey ever undertaken by a woman.” But beyond the headlines, Londonderry was really Annie Cohen Kopchovsky, a young, Jewish mother of three small children, who climbed onto a 42-pound Columbia bicycle and pedaled away into history. Zheutlin, a descendent of Annie, brilliantly probes the inner life and seeming boundless courage of this outlandish, brash, and charismatic woman. In SPIN, this remarkable heroine and her marvelous, stranger-than-fiction story is vividly brought to life for a new generation. Sponsored by the Corning Foundation. Register HERE.

Tewksbury Community Market (IN-PERSON)

Thursday, August 19, 4pm-7pm

The Tewksbury Community Market takes place on Thursdays, from 4pm to 7pm, from June 17, 2021 to September 30, 2021, in the field across from the Tewksbury Public Library. Each market features 25-30 vendors selling food and non-food products. Each week's vendors are listed on the Market's website. Follow the Tewksbury Community Market’s Facebook (@TewksburyMarket), Twitter (@TewksburyMarket), and Instagram (@TewksburyCommunityMarket) for regular updates. Customers must park in the library's parking lot as there is NO parking along Hospital Road. For overflow parking, drive 0.25 miles up Hospital Road and there are parking lots on your left. The Tewksbury Community Market is organized through the Tewksbury Public Library, in cooperation with Tewksbury Hospital and several town departments, including the Health Department and Town Manager’s Office. Have a question about the market? Contact Community Outreach Librarian Robert Hayes at 978-640-4490 x 205 or rhayes@tewksburypl.org.

Teen Events

Teen Yoga & Crystals (IN PERSON)

Wednesday, August 18, 3:30pm

Anna Finkelstein is a Wellness Coach, Yoga Teacher, Intuitive Practitioner and Crystal and Color Specialist. She loves to share with people various ways of bringing wellness and happiness to each day. Please join her for a workshop in which we will use Yoga, Crystals and Visualization techniques to create a feeling of peace, relaxation, fun and joy. Each person who comes to class will be going home with a little crystal gift! Please bring your Yoga mat and a journal to class. Enjoy this beginner's session of yoga and learning about crystals, open to teens in grades 6-12. Register HERE.

Children’s Events

Barks & Books with Thor (IN-PERSON)

Wednesday, August 18, 1:30pm-3pm (15-minute blocks)

Barks & Books is back! For students reading independently in Grades K to 5. Kids (especially those struggling with reading) are invited to sign up for a one-on-one session with our service dog Thor on Wednesday afternoons. Each session lasts for 15 minutes in private - just you, Thor, and his human Mom, Joyce. Bring your own book or borrow one of ours to read. This is a great way to build literacy confidence and fluency with a non-judgmental canine reading partner! Register HERE.