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 at www.tewksburypl.org. Events are generally held in the library’s first-floor Meeting Room. Authors will generally sign and sell books after their talks to anyone interested. All events are sponsored by the Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library. Movie events are co-sponsored by the Tewksbury Lions Club.
Thursday, October 3, 7pm -- Author Visit: Rebuilding 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 and register HERE.
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Friday, October 4, 10:30am -- Friday Morning Matinee: World War Z
Start your Friday off by watching a new film! This week’s movie is “World War Z,” a PG-13 rated zombie action film starring Brad Pitt. Snacks and lemonade to be served. Limited to 75 seats. Learn more and register HERE.
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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 and register 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 and register 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 and register HERE.
Wednesday, October 9, 12:30pm -- Booked For Lunch Book Club
Come prepared to briefly discuss a book (or books) you’ve recently enjoyed reading! The library will provide beverages; participants are encouraged to bring a brown bag lunch. After all participants have shared their recommendations, staff will highlight some of the library’s newest books. Limited to 15 seats. Learn more and register HERE.
Wednesday, October 9, 2pm -- Job Hunt Help: How To Use Your Age To Your Advantage with Kit Hayes
Join certified career coach Kit Harrington Hayes as she discusses how to use your age to your advantage when dealing with potential employers. Harrington is the author of “Managing Career Transition.” Book signing after talk for those interested. Limited to 12 seats. Learn more and register 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 One Fund Boston. Limited to 50 seats. Learn more and register HERE.
Friday, October 11, 7pm -- Dinner & A Movie: Hangover Part III
Enjoy a free dinner and a movie on Friday night at the Tewksbury Public Library! This week’s movie is “Hangover Part III,” the R-rated raunchy comedy starring Bradley Cooper, Zach Galifianakis, and Ed Helms. Pizza will be served. Limited to 75 seats. Learn more and register 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 and register HERE.
Tuesday, October 15, 7pm -- Author Visit: True Crime Online with J.A. Hitchock
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 and register HERE.
Wednesday, October 16, 2pm -- Job Hunt Help: How To Win Over Potential Employers With Your Words with Lydia Magill
Join corporate recruiter and communication specialist Lydia Magill, of Downtown Recruiting, as she discusses how to best communicate with potential employers. Limited to 12 seats. Learn more and register HERE.
Thursday, October 17, 1pm-5pm -- Device Advice: 1-on-1 Help With Your eReader
Book a 30-minute, one-on-one session with a library staff member to learn how to download free eBooks to your eReader (e.g., Kindle, nook) from the library’s Overdrive digital collection. Participants should bring their own e-readers. Schedule an appointment today! Learn more and register 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 and register HERE.
Friday, October 18, 10:30am -- Friday Morning Matinee: Pacific Rim
Start your Friday off by watching a new film! This week’s movie is “Pacific Rim,” a PG-13 rated sci-fi action film starring Charlie Hunnam. Snacks and lemonade to be served. Limited to 75 seats. Learn more and register 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 filmmaking and major turning points in the history of film. Book signing after talk for those interested. Limited to 50 seats. Learn more and register 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 and register 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 and register HERE.
Wednesday, October 23, 2pm -- Genealogy Support Group Meeting
Join this new monthly group dedicated to researching genealogy. Each meeting will introduce a different resource and allow for time to research using library materials and databases. Open to all skill levels.
Wednesday, October 23, 2pm -- Job Hunt Help: How To Build An Elevator Pitch with Anne Crawford
Join certified life coach Anne Crawford, who specializes in career transitions, as she discusses how to build an elevator pitch to get your foot in the door of a company. Limited to 12 seats. Learn more and register 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 and register HERE.
Friday, October 25, 7pm -- Dinner & A Movie: The Heat
Enjoy a free dinner and a movie on Friday night at the Tewksbury Public Library! This week’s movie is “The Heat,” the R-rated cop comedy starring Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy. Pizza will be served. Limited to 75 seats. Learn more and register 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 and register HERE.
Monday, October 28, 10:30am -- Author Visit: Living With A Concubine with Amy Kwei
Join retired professor Amy Kwei as she discusses her new book – “A Concubine For The Family: A Family Saga in China,” based on her family’s experiences. Kwei will also be bringing Chinese desserts and giving a calligraphy demonstration. Book signing after talk for those interested. Limited to 50 seats. Learn more and register 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 true crime books set in New Hampshire, as they discuss their books, including their latest – “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 and register HERE.
Wednesday, October 30, 2pm -- Job Hunt Help: How To Change Your Attitude Towards Change with Jackie Woodside
Join certified professional coach Jackie Woodside as she presents a workshop based on her new book – “What If It’s Time For A Change?.” Book signing after talk for those interested. Limited to 12 seats. Learn more and register HERE.
Wednesday, October 30, 6:30pm -- Evening Book Discussion Club
Join the library’s long-running evening book discussion club as they discuss “Come Home” by Lisa Scottoline this month. Pick up your copy at the Circulation Desk beginning September 26.
Thursday, October 31, 1pm-5pm -- Device Advice: 1-on-1 Help With Your eReader
Book a 30-minute, one-on-one session with a library staff member to learn how to download free eBooks to your eReader (e.g., Kindle, nook) from the library’s Overdrive digital collection. Participants should bring their own e-readers. Schedule an appointment today! Learn more and register HERE.
