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Knitting Group

Monday, April 13, 2026 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)

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!

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 "Adults (18+)" group

Mystery Discussion

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Mystery Discussion:

Join us on the second Tuesday of the month at 6:00 to discuss our latest mystery read!  

Copies of the book are available each month at the adult circulation desk. Digital editions are also available for download on Libby or Overdrive. Registration is not required but encouraged! Drop-ins are welcome.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Mystery Discussion

Join us on the second Tuesday of the month at 6:00 to discuss our latest mystery read!  

Copies of the book are available each month at the adult circulation desk. Digital editions are also available for download on Libby or Overdrive. Registration is not required but encouraged! Drop-ins are welcome.

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, April 14, 2026 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+)

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. 

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 "Adults (18+)" group

Information Session: Makor Residences at the Park

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Not a Library Sponsored Event:

For more information, please contact the organization directly.

This is an information session about Residences at the Park, which is a new community open for occupancy September 1st. 

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Not a Library Sponsored Event

For more information, please contact the organization directly.

This is an information session about Residences at the Park, which is a new community open for occupancy September 1st. 

This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group

Book discussion: A short story or essay collection.

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Conference Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults (18+)

Everyone's invited to this Choose-Your-Own-Book discussion group, sponsored by the Mass Center for the Book.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Everyone's invited to this Choose-Your-Own-Book discussion group, sponsored by the Mass Center for the Book.

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, April 20, 2026 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)

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!

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 "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, April 21, 2026 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+)

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. 

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 "Adults (18+)" group

Athol Mini Game Con: Star Wars RPG One Shot

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults (18+)

A local Dungeon Master will guide players through an adventure in this mini Star Wars themed campaign. Characters will be pre-made and ready to play. 

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

A local Dungeon Master will guide players through an adventure in this mini Star Wars themed campaign. Characters will be pre-made and ready to play. 

Disclaimer(s)

Adults

This program is restricted to participants 18 years of age or older.

This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group

Athol Mini Game Con: D&D One Shot

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults (18+)

Local Dungeon Master, Joey B from Tabletop Casual, will guide players through an adventure in this mini-Dungeons and Dragons campaign. Characters will be pre-made and ready to play. 

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Local Dungeon Master, Joey B from Tabletop Casual, will guide players through an adventure in this mini-Dungeons and Dragons campaign. Characters will be pre-made and ready to play. 

Disclaimer(s)

Adults

This program is restricted to participants 18 years of age or older.

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

Athol Mini Game Con: Games Galore

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)

We'll be playing all sorts of games in the library's program room, from 1pm to 4:45pm. Drop by to try out new and classic board games and card games including UNO, Clue, Exploding Kittens, Battle Sheep, Sleeping Queens, and more! 

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: Games
Event Details:

We'll be playing all sorts of games in the library's program room, from 1pm to 4:45pm. Drop by to try out new and classic board games and card games including UNO, Clue, Exploding Kittens, Battle Sheep, Sleeping Queens, and more! 

This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group

Booked for Lunch

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Hybrid In-Person and Online, Book Club
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Booked for Lunch:

Join us on the fourth Monday of the month at noon either in person at the library or online via Zoom for a thought-provoking discussion of this month's selection. Copies of the boo...

This month we will be reading and discussing Mrs. Quinn's Rise to Fame by Olivia Ford.

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Large Program Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Hybrid In-Person and Online, Book Club
Event Details:

Booked for Lunch

Join us on the fourth Monday of the month at noon either in person at the library or online via Zoom for a thought-provoking discussion of this month's selection. Copies of the book are available 4 to 6 weeks before the program at the adult circulation desk. Digital editions are also available for download on Libby or Overdrive. Registration is not required but is necessary to receive the Zoom link. Drop-ins are always welcome. Register by calling the library or emailing Robin at  Rbrzozowski@cwmars.org.

This month we will be reading and discussing Mrs. Quinn's Rise to Fame by Olivia Ford.

Disclaimer(s)

Adults

This program is restricted to participants 18 years of age or older.

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

Friends of APL Annual Meeting & Program

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Local History
Age Group:
Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)

Celebrate the 45th Birthday of the Friends of the Library at our Annual Membership Meeting and Program.

5:30-6:00 - Mingle, catch up, and join the Friends if you're not already a member.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Local History
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate the 45th Birthday of the Friends of the Library at our Annual Membership Meeting and Program.

5:30-6:00 - Mingle, catch up, and join the Friends if you're not already a member.

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, April 28, 2026 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+)

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. 

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 "Adults (18+)" group

Delvena Theatre Company Presents: Bon Voyage, Forever A Murder Mystery

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Performance, Other
Age Group:
Adults (18+)

Delvena Theatre Company Presents: Bon Voyage, Forever A Murder Mystery!

Come aboard our cruise ship and help to solve the murder!

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Performance, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Delvena Theatre Company Presents: Bon Voyage, Forever A Murder Mystery!

Come aboard our cruise ship and help to solve the murder!

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, May 4, 2026 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)

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!

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
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group

A Regicide in the Family: An investigation into the life of my seven greats grandfather, John Dixwell, regicide

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Author Visit and Book Discussion
Age Group:
Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)

Sarah Dixwell Brown is directly descended from a man who killed a king. The story of that man, John Dixwell, is the subject of her award-winning* book, Regicide in the Family: Finding John Dixwell.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Author Visit and Book Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sarah Dixwell Brown is directly descended from a man who killed a king. The story of that man, John Dixwell, is the subject of her award-winning* book, Regicide in the Family: Finding John Dixwell.

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, May 5, 2026 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+)

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. 

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 "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, May 5, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Archives Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Local History
Age Group:
Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)

Join us!

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

Join us!

This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group

Golden Age of Silent Films with Richard Hughes

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Performance, Other, Movie
Age Group:
Adults (18+)

Go back to the age of silent film at the Athol Public Library at 568 Main Street, Athol, on Thursday, May 7 from 5:30 – 7:00p.m., where we will experience Richard Hughes for The Golden Age of Silent Film!

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Performance, Other, Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Go back to the age of silent film at the Athol Public Library at 568 Main Street, Athol, on Thursday, May 7 from 5:30 – 7:00p.m., where we will experience Richard Hughes for The Golden Age of Silent Film!

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, May 11, 2026 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)

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!

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 "Adults (18+)" group

Mystery Discussion

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Mystery Discussion:

Join us on the second Tuesday of the month at 6:00 to discuss our latest mystery read!  

Copies of the book are available each month at the adult circulation desk. Digital editions are also available for download on Libby or Overdrive. Registration is not required but encouraged! Drop-ins are welcome.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Mystery Discussion

Join us on the second Tuesday of the month at 6:00 to discuss our latest mystery read!  

Copies of the book are available each month at the adult circulation desk. Digital editions are also available for download on Libby or Overdrive. Registration is not required but encouraged! Drop-ins are welcome.

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, May 12, 2026 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+)

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. 

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
This event is in the "Everyone (0-120)" group

Knitting Group

Monday, May 18, 2026 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)

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!

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 "Adults (18+)" group

Information Session: Makor Residences at the Park

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Not a Library Sponsored Event:

For more information, please contact the organization directly.

This is an information session about Residences at the Park, which is a new community open for occupancy September 1st. 

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Not a Library Sponsored Event

For more information, please contact the organization directly.

This is an information session about Residences at the Park, which is a new community open for occupancy September 1st.