Tewksbury Public Library Share Bestselling Author Susan Mallery On March 2 And Irish Folklore On March 6

Press release from the Town of Tewksbury:

February 26, 2021

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

s2 Science Squared Book Discussion ON ZOOM (*RR)

Monday, March 1, 7pm

Enjoy a discussion of Annihilation by Jeff VanderMeer. This is a new reading a discussion group for adult (or mature teen) readers who enjoy reading about science and/or science fiction. Each month we will alternate reading and discussing a science title or a science fiction title. 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.

March Monday Mindfulness & Meditation ON ZOOM (*RR)

Monday, March 1, 7pm

Participants are welcome to find a quiet, comfortable space to relax and join mindfulness teacher, Lauren Masse in this Zoom webinar. Practice clearing your mind, being in the present moment and reducing stress in this 30-minute class. Lauren will explore a different type of meditation each week. This week, she'll focus on Seated Mindfulness Meditation. Learn how to practice daily mindfulness and calm your mind and body. Co-sponsored by the Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library. Presented in partnership with the Memorial Hall Library in Andover.

VIRTUAL BESTSELLING AUTHOR SERIES: Susan Mallery Discusses ‘The Vineyard At Painted Moon’ ON ZOOM (*RR)

Tuesday, March 2, 7pm

Bestselling author Susan Mallery will discuss her latest book, The Vineyard At Painted Moon, in conversation with Hank Phillippi Ryan. #1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery writes heartwarming, humorous novels about the relationships that define our lives―family, friendship, romance. She's known for putting nuanced characters in emotional situations that surprise readers to laughter. Beloved by millions, her books have been translated into 28 languages. Susan lives in Washington with her husband, two cats, and a small poodle with delusions of grandeur.

50+ Job Seekers Networking Group of Greater Lowell ON ZOOM (*RR)

Wednesday, March 3, 9:30am

The 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am, via Zoom. 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! 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. Deborah is a former Fortune 500 executive, investment banker and entrepreneur and transitioned to executive coaching over 10 years ago. She has coached with Harvard Business School Executive Education programs, the Mass. Conference for Women, and is a Certified Leadership Agility Coach. She has facilitated 50+ Job Seekers Networking Groups for 5 years and is a Licensed Group Leader. This week's meeting (March 3) will focus on LinkedIn and how to use it in your job search and as a networking tool. The Tewksbury Library has partnered with libraries in Andover, Chelmsford, Dracut, North Andover and Tyngsborough to sponsor this group.

The Armchair Detectives Mystery Book Group ON ZOOM (*RR)

Wednesday, March 3, 1:30pm

Do you love a good mystery? Join the library's Book Club, "The Armchair Detectives!" This month, the group is discussing The Man in the Queue by Josephine Tey. Inspector Alan Grant searches for the identity of a man killed in the crowded line at a theater and for the identity of the killer—whom no one saw. Copies of the book are available at the Front Desk. This discussion will be conducted virtually via Zoom. Please email Jeanne at jswartz@tewksburypl.org and she will send you the link to the meeting.

Kill Shot -- The Untold Story Of The Worst Contaminated Drug Crisis In U.S. History ON ZOOM (*RR)

Thursday, March 4, 7pm

Join Jason Dearen for a presentation based on his acclaimed new book, Kill Shot: A Shadow Industry, A Deadly Disease. Learn about the true crime story of America’s deadliest drug contamination outbreak and the greed and deception that fueled it. Two pharmacists sit in a Boston courtroom accused of murder. The weapon: the fungus Exserohilum rostratum. The death count: 100 and rising. Kill Shot is the story of their hubris and fraud, discovered by a team of medical detectives who raced against the clock to hunt the killers and the fungal meningitis they’d unleashed. “Bloodthirsty” is how doctors described the fungal microbe that contaminated thousands of drug vials produced by the New England Compounding Center (NECC). Though NECC chief Barry Cadden called his company the “Ferrari of Compounders,” it was a slapdash operation of unqualified staff, mold-ridden lab surfaces, and hastily made medications that were injected into approximately 14,000 people. Once inside some of its human hosts, the fungus traveled through the tough tissue around the spine and wormed upward to the “deep brain,” our control center for balance, breath, and the vital motor functions of life. Now, investigative journalist Jason Dearen turns a spotlight on this tragedy–the victims, the heroes, and the perpetrators–and the legal loopholes that allowed it to occur. Kill Shot forces a powerful but unchecked industry out of the shadows.

Gratitude Call-In Program (*RR)

Friday, March 5, 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. 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.

Folklore & Fairylore Of Ireland ON ZOOM (*RR)

Saturday, March 6, 11am

The Irish people are renowned for their rich culture and traditions, not least for their folklore, ‘gift of the gab’ and talent for spinning a yarn. Learn how these stories and superstitions were far from simple ‘Fairytales,' but were held with utter belief and respect by Irish people for generations, even impacting the landscape of Ireland to this day. Join acclaimed Seanchaí (Irish storyteller) and singer Helena Byrne as she awakens your imagination and carries you into the magical ‘Other World’ of Irish folklore. Presented in collaboration with the Wilmington Memorial Library and Memorial Hall Library in Andover.

All Ages Events

Laughter Circle ON FACEBOOK LIVE

Wednesday, March 3, noon

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.

Children’s Events

Tiny Tykes Storytime ON FACEBOOK

Monday, March 1, 10:30am

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

Story Time ON FACEBOOK

Tuesday, March 2, 9am

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

Maker Craft ON FACEBOOK & YOUTUBE

Wednesday, March 3, 2pm

Watch a video to show you how to make some really cool crafts! Every month, we will post a new fun tutorial aimed at ages 7-11. Check out our YouTube page (youtube.com/tewksburylibrary) to see the link. Bags of supplies will be outside the library on the morning of the event, and are first come, first served. If you aren’t able to get a bag, don’t worry! We try to use materials that you already have or can easily get.

Poem Of The Week ON FACEBOOK & YOUTUBE

Friday, March 5, 4pm

Each Friday, at 4pm, we will post a new video on YouTube that highlights a different poem and poet. Sometimes we will laugh, sometimes we will be reminded of a happy memory, and sometimes, we will even be transported to a magical imagination land! This program will run on the library's Facebook page (www.facebook.com/TewksburyLib) and YouTube page (www.youtube.com/TewksburyLibrary).

Teen Events

VIRTUAL AUTHOR VISIT: Crystal Maldonado, author of "Fat Chance, Charlie Vega" ON ZOOM (*RR)

Wednesday, March 3, 7pm

Join us for a virtual visit with Crystal Maldonado, author of "Fat Chance Charlie Vega,” as she talks about her inspiration for the book and answers audience questions.

Among Us ON ZOOM (*RR)

Friday, March 5, 3pm

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.

This press release was produced by the Town of Tewksbury. The views expressed here are the author’s own.