How did the United States achieve the goal of landing on the moon by 1969? On Tuesday, April 5 at 2PM via Zoom, go behind the scenes of the Kennedy space program with photographs and stories from the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum collections. Enjoy a slide presentation with live commentary and Q&A from Rick Elias, a docent at the presidential library. 

Register directly on Zoom HERE. This virtual program is a collaboration between the libraries of Georgetown and Tewksbury. Sponsored by the Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library. 

Looking for a way to brighten your yard and mood this winter? Backyard bird feeding is a wonderful way to attract birds to your property, still feel connected to nature while inside, and get to know the characteristics and behaviors of common birds. Explore different feeder types, the best seed to put in them, the birds they’ll attract, how to outsmart squirrels, and other ways to encourage birdlife into your yard and community on Wednesday, March 30 at 11AM via Zoom.

Scott Santino, Education Manager and Teacher Naturalist at the Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary in Topsfield, has been leading nature education programs for Mass Audubon since 1999. He coordinates the sanctuary’s volunteer Nature Guide program, training adults in natural history interpretation and is a faculty member of Mass Audubon’s Birder’s Certificate Program.

Register on Zoom HERE. This virtual program is a collaboration between the libraries of Georgetown and Tewksbury. Sponsored by the Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library. 

Author Neal Thompson will discuss his new book, The First Kennedys: The Humble Roots of an American Dynasty, on Tuesday, March 29 at 7PM via Zoom.

Explore the inspiring story of the poor Irish refugee couple who escaped famine, created a life together in a city hostile to Irish, immigrants, and Catholics, and launched the Kennedy dynasty in America. Their Irish ancestry was a hallmark of the Kennedys’ initial political profile, as JFK leveraged his working-class roots to connect with blue-collar voters. Today, we remember this iconic American family as the vanguard of wealth, power, and style rather than as the descendants of poor immigrants.

Register on Zoom HERE. This virtual program is a collaboration between the libraries of Georgetown and Tewksbury. Sponsored by the Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library. 

Join Kristen Weiss, Cape Ann Site Manager at Historic New England, for a virtual adventure on Tuesday, March 29 at 2PM via Zoom.

With 38 historic properties and 1,284 acres of landscapes, farms and gardens in five New England states, Historic New England is the oldest and largest regional heritage organization in the nation. This virtual tour will showcase examples from the vast collection of buildings, landscapes, and objects, and feature properties such as Roseland Cottage in Woodstock, CT; Eustis Estate in Milton, MA; Beauport in Gloucester, MA; Gropius House in Lincoln, MA; Lyman Estate Greenhouses in Waltham, MA; and Casey Farm in Saunderstown, RI.

Register on Zoom HERE. This virtual program is a collaboration between the libraries of Georgetown and Tewksbury. Sponsored by the Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library. 

Author Zachary Lamothe will discuss his new book, Classic Restaurants of Boston, on Thursday, March 24 at 7PM via Zoom.

The story of Boston is inextricably linked to food, hence its nickname Beantown. Given the city’s geography, its cuisine is understandably tied to the sea, with popular dishes such as lobster, oysters and clam chowder. These are still served today at classic restaurants like Union Oyster House, Parker’s Restaurant and Legal Sea Foods. There are also neighborhood favorites such as Cantina Italiana in the North End and Sullivan’s in Southie. In addition to Boston proper, the surrounding areas have their own specialties, including fried clams, the world’s best roast beef sandwich and bar pizza. From famous spots like Cheers to new classics like Anna’s Taqueria and the Summer Shack, join local author Zachary Lamothe as he explores the best food in Beantown.

Register on Zoom HERE. This virtual program is a collaboration between the libraries of Georgetown and Tewksbury. Sponsored by the Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library. 

Examine the historical record of St. Patrick presented by Sean Murphy on Thursday, March 17 at 11AM via Zoom based on available facts and accepted understandings, and examine the historical context of his mission in Ireland. This includes a review of the development of Irish society prior to his arrival, an overview of the history of Christianity in England and Ireland, an examination of the crises in Europe as the Roman Empire collapsed and how this impacted the situation in Ireland in the fourth and fifth centuries.

Register on Zoom HERE. This virtual program is a collaboration between the libraries of Georgetown and Tewksbury. Sponsored by the Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library. 

Join us for a fun evening with the Museum of Bad Art of Boston on Monday, March 14 at 7PM via Zoom.

MOBA is the world’s only museum dedicated to preserving a collection , exhibiting and celebrating bad art in all of its forms. Let’s face it. The past two years has been tough. MOBA has put together a program that explores how art helps us through this global pandemic, climate change, and political upheaval. MOBA’s Curator in Chief, Michael Frank, will be presenting. 

Register on Zoom HERE. This virtual program is a collaboration between the public libraries of Boxford, Carlisle, Chelmsford, Dracut, Georgetown, Gleason (Carlisle) Groveland, Methuen, Newburyport, Norwood, and Tewksbury. Chelmsford is the Zoom co-host with Groveland.

WBZ Chief Meteorologist Eric Fisher will discuss his new book, Mighty Storms of New England: The Hurricanes, Tornadoes, Blizzards, and Floods that Shaped the Region, on Thursday, March 10 at 7PM via Zoom.

The New England landscape has long been battered by some of the most intense weather in US history. Discover the legendary storms that have devastated New England, including: the Great New England Hurricane of 1938 that killed 564 people; the Worcester Tornado of 1953; the Snow Hurricane of 1804 that demolished orchards and killed dozens of sailors off the coast; and the Blizzard of 1978 that brought Boston to a standstill for weeks.

Eric Fisher is Chief Meteorologist for CBS Boston’s WBZ-TV News and anchors weather segments weeknights at 5 p.m., 6 p.m., and 11 p.m., as well as WBZ-TV News at 10 p.m. on TV38 (WSBK-TV). He is also a contributor for CBS News, often found reporting on breaking severe weather across the country.

Register directly on Zoom HERE. This virtual program is a collaboration between the libraries in Georgetown and Tewksbury.

Presented in collaboration with 27 additional libraries in Massachusetts and New Hampshire are four upcoming virtual financial workshop series via Zoom on Wednesdays in March and April from 7-8pm. Below are the dates and workshop subjects as well as how to sign up. You can find more information about each individual workshop on our event calendar.

Wednesday, March 2 at 7PM: Tips & Tricks for Managing Your Credit. Register HERE

Wednesday, March 16 at 7PM: Managing Your Money to Build Your Best Life. Register HERE

Wednesday, April 6 at 7PM: Decisions, Decisions! Register HERE

Wednesday, April 20 at 7PM: Protecting Your Assets. Register HERE

The Babson Financial Literacy Project (BFLP) is a not-for-profit program designed to help young adults (17 to 30 year-olds) acquire the necessary knowledge and skills for long-term financial prosperity and independence. Learn more about the BFLP HERE.

Enjoy a delightful culinary tour of the UK inspired by “The Great British Baking Show” television series, aired on PBS on Wednesday, February 9 at 7PM via Zoom. Learn about making a proper cup of tea, regional specialties, their origins, and the particular parts of the UK they hail from. Even the trickiest parts of British recipes will be translated for Americans so you can try them in your own kitchen.

Pick up useful travel tips as well, just in case you’d like to create your own tour! Led by Claire Evans, a UK travel/relocation consultant and former UK resident. Learn more about Evans HERE.

Register directly on Zoom HERE. This virtual program is a collaboration between the libraries in Georgetown, Andover, and Tewksbury.