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Food Margins: Cathy Stanton book launch event

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Author Visit and Book Discussion
Age Group:
Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Join local author Cathy Stanton for the launch of her newest book, Food Margins:  Lessons from an Unlikely Grocer. Stanton says: "Food Margins: Lessons from an Unlikely ...

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Age Group: Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Author Visit and Book Discussion
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 64
Event Details:

Join local author Cathy Stanton for the launch of her newest book, Food Margins:  Lessons from an Unlikely Grocer.

Stanton says:

This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5)" group.
This event is in the "Young Children (5-7)" group.
This event is in the "School Age Children (8-11)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (10-13)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.
This event is in the "Everyone (0-120)" group.

Indoor Mini Golf

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+), Everyone (0-120)
Event Details:

Kick off summer with mini golf at the library! Play a 9-hole course and grab your summer reading materials on the way out. The course will be open at 4:00 and close at 6:00. Drop i...

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Age Group: Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+), Everyone (0-120)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Kick off summer with mini golf at the library! Play a 9-hole course and grab your summer reading materials on the way out. The course will be open at 4:00 and close at 6:00. Drop in any time!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library strives to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "School Age Children (8-11)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (10-13)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.
This event is in the "Everyone (0-120)" group.

Knitting Group

Monday, July 1, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+), Everyone (0-120)
Event Details:

This knitting group is open to all ages and skill levels! Drop in any time between 1:00 and 3:00 to knit, crochet, or hand-sew in a group setting. Beginners welcome! There will be ...

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+), Everyone (0-120)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

This knitting group is open to all ages and skill levels! Drop in any time between 1:00 and 3:00 to knit, crochet, or hand-sew in a group setting. Beginners welcome!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library strives to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group.

Books, Buttons, & Buds

Monday, July 1, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Space at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Club
Age Group:
Teens (12-18)
Event Details:

Start off the summer with a new-to-you book. Bring in a book (or two!) that you are ready to part with and trade it with others. Then while you hang out and chat, use the library’s...

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club
Event Details:

Start off the summer with a new-to-you book. Bring in a book (or two!) that you are ready to part with and trade it with others.

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.  

This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group.

Teen: Candy Sushi

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens (12-18)
Event Details:

Join us in learning how to turn rice crispies, gummies, and other candies into tasty sushi look-alikes! Space is limited, registration required. Open to teens ages 12-18. &n...

Registration
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us in learning how to turn rice crispies, gummies, and other candies into tasty sushi look-alikes!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.  

This event is in the "Tweens (10-13)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.

North Quabbin Tree Climbers Genealogy Group

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Archives Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Local History
Age Group:
Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Join us! This informal group will meet on the first Monday of each month to take turns sharing what we're working on and to help one another with our genealogy quests. ...

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Archives Room
Age Group: Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Local History
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join us!

This event is in the "Young Children (5-7)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (10-13)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.

Chess Club

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Second Floor at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Club, Games
Age Group:
Young Children (5-7), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Join coaches Dave and Clint for an evening of chess at the library.  Learn the classic game from experienced players or find new opponents to challenge.  All ages wil...

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Library Second Floor
Age Group: Young Children (5-7), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Club, Games
Event Details:

Join coaches Dave and Clint for an evening of chess at the library. 
Learn the classic game from experienced players or find new opponents to challenge. 

This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group.

VOC's Teen Group

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Space at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Club, Games
Age Group:
Teens (12-18)
Event Details:

Valuing Our Children's Teen Group will be meeting at the library for a special activity! Join Scott and Charlene for fun, snacks and an activity. Drop-ins welcome.  For mor...

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Club, Games
Event Details:

Valuing Our Children's Teen Group will be meeting at the library for a special activity! Join Scott and Charlene for fun, snacks and an activity. Drop-ins welcome. 

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.  

This event is in the "Tweens (10-13)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group.

Tween & Teen: Dungeons and Dragons Club

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Conference Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Club, Games
Age Group:
Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18)
Event Details:

Looking for adventure and excitement? Join our Dungeons & Dragons Club! Whether you're a seasoned player or a beginner, our club welcomes all adventurers ages 10-18. We will me...

Registration
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Club, Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Looking for adventure and excitement? Join our Dungeons & Dragons Club! Whether you're a seasoned player or a beginner, our club welcomes all adventurers ages 10-18.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library strives to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "School Age Children (8-11)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (10-13)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.
This event is in the "Everyone (0-120)" group.

Knitting Group

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+), Everyone (0-120)
Event Details:

This knitting group is open to all ages and skill levels! Drop in any time between 1:00 and 3:00 to knit, crochet, or hand-sew in a group setting. Beginners welcome! There will be ...

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+), Everyone (0-120)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

This knitting group is open to all ages and skill levels! Drop in any time between 1:00 and 3:00 to knit, crochet, or hand-sew in a group setting. Beginners welcome!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library strives to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group.

Teen Art Club

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12-18)
Teen Art Club:

Enjoy a space to express yourself. Explore new art forms and prompts or just take time to work on your own art. Every skill level is welcome! Every Other Monday 4pm - 5pm ...

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Teen Art Club

Enjoy a space to express yourself. Explore new art forms and prompts or just take time to work on your own art. Every skill level is welcome!

  • Every Other Monday
  • 4pm - 5pm
  • Ages 12-18
  • Supplies Provided
  • No Registration Required

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.  

This event is in the "Young Children (5-7)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (10-13)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.

Chess Club

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Second Floor at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Club, Games
Age Group:
Young Children (5-7), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Join coaches Dave and Clint for an evening of chess at the library.  Learn the classic game from experienced players or find new opponents to challenge.  All ages wil...

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Library Second Floor
Age Group: Young Children (5-7), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Club, Games
Event Details:

Join coaches Dave and Clint for an evening of chess at the library. 
Learn the classic game from experienced players or find new opponents to challenge. 

This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group.

Teen Crafternoon: Cosplay Ducks

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12-18)
Teen Crafternoons:

On the second Wednesday of the month, drop by the Teen Space at 3:30 pm for a laid-back craft. Each month there will be a new craft to learn and enjoy. Attend them all or just your...

Event Details:

For July’s Teen Crafternoon, adopt a rubber duck and make a cosplay costume for it using paints, fabric, and other craft supplies. Your duck can become your favorite anime characte...

Registration
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15

Teen Crafternoons

On the second Wednesday of the month, drop by the Teen Space at 3:30 pm for a laid-back craft. Each month there will be a new craft to learn and enjoy. Attend them all or just your favorites.

Event Details:

For July’s Teen Crafternoon, adopt a rubber duck and make a cosplay costume for it using paints, fabric, and other craft supplies.

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.  

This event is in the "Tweens (10-13)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.

Cosplay character & costume building with Eldritch Arts

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Eliza Eldredge, a costume and prop maker, fine artist, and jousting knight renaissance faire performer, will share ideas from her more than ten years of experience.  Eldr...

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Registration
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Eliza Eldredge, a costume and prop maker, fine artist, and jousting knight renaissance faire performer, will share ideas from her more than ten years of experience.  Eldredge will showcase some of her projects a

This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group.

Friday Teen Hang Outs

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Space at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Teens (12-18)
Event Details:

Drop by the Teen Space for a relaxed hang out time. Munch on snacks, play party games, chat, and chill with others. No registration required. Open to teens ages 12-18.

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

Drop by the Teen Space for a relaxed hang out time. Munch on snacks, play party games, chat, and chill with others.

No registration required. Open to teens ages 12-18.

This event is in the "School Age Children (8-11)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (10-13)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.
This event is in the "Everyone (0-120)" group.

Knitting Group

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+), Everyone (0-120)
Event Details:

This knitting group is open to all ages and skill levels! Drop in any time between 1:00 and 3:00 to knit, crochet, or hand-sew in a group setting. Beginners welcome! There will be ...

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+), Everyone (0-120)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

This knitting group is open to all ages and skill levels! Drop in any time between 1:00 and 3:00 to knit, crochet, or hand-sew in a group setting. Beginners welcome!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library strives to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group.

Teen: Manga Fan Meetup

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Club, Games, Book Club
Age Group:
Teens (12-18)
Event Details:

Manga and anime fans unite! Join us in the Teen Space to meet other teens who are interested in the world of anime and manga. Discuss your favorite shows and books while you try Ja...

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Club, Games, Book Club
Event Details:

Manga and anime fans unite! Join us in the Teen Space to meet other teens who are interested in the world of anime and manga.

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.  

This event is in the "School Age Children (8-11)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (10-13)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.

Leather Tooling Drop-In with LaunchSpace

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Join LaunchSpace for some drop-in maker fun! At LaunchSpace we are all about beautiful and functional projects made sustainably! Join our makers for three pop up events at the A...

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Event Details:

Join LaunchSpace for some drop-in maker fun!

This event is in the "Young Children (5-7)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (10-13)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.

Chess Club

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Second Floor at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Club, Games
Age Group:
Young Children (5-7), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Join coaches Dave and Clint for an evening of chess at the library.  Learn the classic game from experienced players or find new opponents to challenge.  All ages wil...

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Library Second Floor
Age Group: Young Children (5-7), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Club, Games
Event Details:

Join coaches Dave and Clint for an evening of chess at the library. 
Learn the classic game from experienced players or find new opponents to challenge. 

This event is in the "School Age Children (8-11)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (10-13)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.

Mammals of the North Woods

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Nature, Lecture with Slides
Age Group:
School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Dawn Marvin Ward, naturalist/educator, will present a slideshow on mammals common to New England followed by a hands-on sharing of related nature findings. Dawn Marvin Ward...

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Nature, Lecture with Slides
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 59
Event Details:

Dawn Marvin Ward, naturalist/educator, will present a slideshow on mammals common to New England followed by a hands-on sharing of related nature findings.

This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group.

Switch Gaming

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens (12-18)
Event Details:

Teens ages 12-18 are invited to drop by for some casual gaming on the library's Nintendo Switch. Enjoy Super Smash Bros, Mario Kart, Overcooked, Just Dance, and more! No Regist...

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Teens ages 12-18 are invited to drop by for some casual gaming on the library's Nintendo Switch.
Enjoy Super Smash Bros, Mario Kart, Overcooked, Just Dance, and more!

No Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.  

This event is in the "School Age Children (8-11)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (10-13)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.
This event is in the "Everyone (0-120)" group.

Knitting Group

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+), Everyone (0-120)
Event Details:

This knitting group is open to all ages and skill levels! Drop in any time between 1:00 and 3:00 to knit, crochet, or hand-sew in a group setting. Beginners welcome! There will be ...

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+), Everyone (0-120)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

This knitting group is open to all ages and skill levels! Drop in any time between 1:00 and 3:00 to knit, crochet, or hand-sew in a group setting. Beginners welcome!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library strives to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group.

Teen Art Club

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12-18)
Teen Art Club:

Enjoy a space to express yourself. Explore new art forms and prompts or just take time to work on your own art. Every skill level is welcome! Every Other Monday 4pm - 5pm ...

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Teen Art Club

Enjoy a space to express yourself. Explore new art forms and prompts or just take time to work on your own art. Every skill level is welcome!

  • Every Other Monday
  • 4pm - 5pm
  • Ages 12-18
  • Supplies Provided
  • No Registration Required

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.  

This event is in the "Tweens (10-13)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.

Cosplay character & costume building with Eldritch Arts

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Eliza Eldredge, a costume and prop maker, fine artist, and jousting knight renaissance faire performer, will share ideas from her more than ten years of experience.  Eldr...

Register Now
Registration
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Eliza Eldredge, a costume and prop maker, fine artist, and jousting knight renaissance faire performer, will share ideas from her more than ten years of experience.  Eldredge will showcase some of her projects a