Event Information: All library events below are intended for adults. Events are free, but registration is required. Register by calling 978-640-4490 x 205, emailing rhayes@mvlc.org, or visiting the library’s online calendar of events HERE. Events are generally held in the library’s first-floor Meeting Room. All events are sponsored by the Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library.
*NOTE: For film screenings, technology classes, job hunt help, genealogy club, book clubs, and other events, visit the library's online calendar of events HERE. There's a program planned everyday for adults at the library!*
Saturday, September 28, 2pm -- Author Visit: A Skeptic’s Discovery of Life After Death with Sandra Champlain
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Join author Sandra Champlain as she discusses her new book – "We Don’t Die: A Skeptic’s Discovery of Life After Death," revealing proof of life after death. Book signing after talk for those interested. Limited to 50 seats. Learn more HERE.
Monday, September 30, 10:30am -- Author Visit: The 1912 Bread & Roses Strike with Susan Grabski & Robert Forrant
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Join authors Susan Grabski (of the Lawrence History Center) and Bob Forrant (of UMass Lowell) as they discuss their book – “Lawrence and the 1912 Bread & Roses Strike.” Book signing after talk for those interested. Limited to 50 seats. Learn more HERE.
Monday, September 30, 7pm -- Author Visit: An Evening with Ted Reinstein of WCVB’s Chronicle
Join Ted Reinstein as he reads from and discusses his brand new book – “New England Notebook: One Reporter, Six States, Uncommon Stories.” Ted is best known as the the award-winning, longtime correspondent for WCVB’s Chronicle. Ted is also a weekly contributor of WCVB’s On The Record; weekly columnist at WCVB.com; and a member of WCVB’s editorial board. Book signing after talk for those interested. Limited to 100 seats. Learn more HERE.
Thursday, October 3, 7pm -- Author Visit: The Struggle To Rebuild The World Trade Center with Elizabeth Greenspan
Why has it taken so long to rebuild the World Trade Center after September 11th? Join Harvard University instructor Elizabeth Greenspan as she discusses her new book – “The Battle For Ground Zero.” Book signing after talk for those interested. Limited to 50 seats. Learn more HERE.
Saturday, October 5, 2pm -- Author Visit: The Future of Journalism with Dan Kennedy
How will we get our news in 10 years? Join Northeastern Journalism Professor and Media Nation blog founder Dan Kennedy as he discusses his new book – “The Wired City: Reimaging Journalism And Civic Life In The Post-Newspaper Age.” Book signing after talk for those interested. Limited to 50 seats. Learn more HERE.
Monday, October 7, 10:30am -- Author Visit: Three Centuries of Boston Gangsters with George Hassett
Join veteran Boston crime reporter George Hassett as he discusses his new book – “Gangsters of Boston.” Book signing after talk for those interested. Limited to 50 seats. Learn more HERE.
Tuesday, October 8, 7pm -- Author Visit: Explore The Salem Witch Trials with M.E. Kemp
Join award-winning mystery writer and Salem Witch historian M.E. Kemp as she discusses the Salem Witch Trials. Her latest book – “Death of a Bawdy Bell” – is set during the time of the Trials. Book signing after talk for those interested. Limited to 100 seats. Learn more HERE.
Wednesday, October 9, 2pm -- Author Visit: How To Use Your Age To Your Advantage In The Job Search with Kit Harrington Hayes
Join certified career coach and author Kit Harrington Hayes to learn how to "sell" your age to a potential employer. Hayes is the author of "Managing Career Transition." Book signing after talk for those interested. Limited to 12 seats. Talk held in the Trustee's Room. Learn more HERE.
Thursday, October 10, 7pm -- Author Visit: Boston Strong – Marathon Runners Speak Out with Ray Charbonneau
Join marathon runner Ray Charbonneau as he discusses his latest book – “The 27th Mile: Going The Extra Mile To Support The Victims of the Boston Marathon Bombing.” Learn why Ray and so many like him plan on running the Boston Marathon next year. Book signing after talk for those interested. 100% proceeds of the book’s sales go to the Boston One Fund. Limited to 50 seats. Learn more HERE.
Saturday, October 12, 2pm -- Author Visit: Death & Dessert with Nancy Parsons & Karen Vitale
Join local authors Karen Till Vitale (“RETRObution”) and Nancy Parsons (“Two-Thirds Of A Ghost”) as they introduce their new novels they wrote during last year’s National Novel Writing Month project. Both authors are enthusiastic home cooks who recently wrote suspense novels that included their favorite recipes. Desserts will be served. Book signing after talk for those interested. Limited to 50 seats. Learn more HERE.
Tuesday, October 15, 7pm -- Author Visit: True Crime Online with J.A. Hitchcock
Join cybercrime expert J.A. Hitchock as she discusses her latest book – “True Crime Online: Shocking Stories of Scamming, Stalking, Murder & Mayhem.” Book signing after talk for those interested. Limited to 100 seats. Learn more HERE.
Thursday, October 17, 7pm -- Author Visit: A History Lesson in Gardening with Thomas Mickey
How did the gardening industry begin in America? Join gardening columnist and Bridgewater State Professor Thomas Mickey as he discusses his latest book – “America’s Romance with the English Garden.” Book signing after the talk for those interested. Limited to 50 seats. Learn more HERE.
Saturday, October 19, 2pm -- Author Visit: Rewrite, Reshoot & Recut The World’s Greatest Films with Robert Gerst
Ever watch a movie and wonder “How did they do that?” Join Massachusetts College of Art and Design’s Professor Robert Gerst as he discusses his latest book – “Make Film History” Rewrite, Reshoot and Recut The World’s Greatest Films” – and its interactive companion website, makingfilmhistory.com. Learn about the building blocks of film making and major turning points in the history of film. Book signing after talk for those interested. Limited to 50 seats. Learn more HERE.
Monday, October 21, 10:30am -- Author Visit: The Beauty of India As A Backdrop For Murder with Susan Oleksiw
Join author Susan Oleksiw as she discusses her travels to India and shares stunning photographs. She will also discuss her “Anita Ray” mystery series, which is set in India. Book signing after talk for those interested. Limited to 50 seats. Learn more HERE.
Tuesday, October 22, 7pm -- Author Visit: An Inside Look At The Life Of A Deep Cover Black Operative with Leo Maloney
Join retired black ops agent Leo Maloney as he discusses his deep cover career, which he used as the basis for his latest suspense novel – “Silent Assassin.” Book signing after talk for those interested. Limited to 100 seats. Learn more HERE.
Thursday, October 24, 7pm -- Author Visit: The Gardens of Boston with Meg Muckenhoupt
Join botanist and environmental writer Meg Muckenhoupt as she discusses her latest book – “Boston’s Gardens and Green Spaces.” Book signing after the talk for those interested. Limited to 50 seats. Co-sponsored by the Tewksbury Garden Club. Learn more HERE.
Saturday, October 26, 2pm -- Author Visit: It Can Happen Anywhere!: Chelmsford Family’s Survival of Serial Killer Break-In with Paul Lonardo
It’s every family’s worse nightmare: What would you do if a serial killer randomly broke into your house in the middle of the night and attacked your child? Author Paul Lonardo will discuss his book – “Caught In The Act: A Family’s Fight To Save Their Daughter From A Serial Killer,” which details a Chelmsford family’s fight for survival against Adam “The Highway Killer” Lane. Book signing after talk for those interested. Limited to 50 seats. Learn more HERE.
Monday, October 28, 10:30am -- Author Visit: Living with a Concubine with Amy Kwei
Join retired college professor Amy Kwei as she discusses her new book - "A Concubine For The Family: A Family Saga in China," inspired by her family's real-life story. Also try your hand in calligraphy and enjoy some Chinese desserts! Book signing after talk for those interested. Limited to 50 seats. Learn more HERE.
Tuesday, October 29, 7pm -- Author Visit: Ripped From The Headlines - Granite State Murders with Kevin Flynn & Rebecca Lavoie
Join Kevin Flynn and Rebecca Lavoie, authors of four books on New Hampshire murders, as they discuss their latest book -- "Notes on a Killing: Love, Lies and Murder in a Small New Hampshire Town." Book signing after talk for those interested. Limited to 100 seats. Learn more HERE.
Wednesday, October 30, 2pm -- Author Visit: How To Change Your Attitude Towards Change with Jackie Woodside
Join certified professional coach and author Jackie Woodside as she discusses how to embrace change during a job search. Woodside is the author of "What If It's Time For A Change?" Book signing after talk for those interested. Limited to 12 seats. Talk held in the Trustee's Room. Learn more HERE.
