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LEGO Club

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Club, STEAM
Age Group:
Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11)

LEGO Club is for building creations and connections! Explore our many boxes of LEGO, create a masterpiece, and put it on display in the Children's Room! Creations are kept on display for one week.

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11)
Program Type: Club, STEAM
Event Details:

LEGO Club is for building creations and connections! Explore our many boxes of LEGO, create a masterpiece, and put it on display in the Children's Room! Creations are kept on display for one week.

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.

Caregivers Welcome

Children ages 7-11 can attend this program with or without an adult. Please be mindful of your child’s needs and abilities when deciding whether or not to accompany them.

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

Exquisite Corpse Drawing Game

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Teens (12-18)

Drop by the teen space to play the game of exquisite corpses. Each participant takes turns drawing a character or creature on a sheet of paper. The then folding it to hide their contribution and pass it along to the next player.

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 to play the game of exquisite corpses. Each participant takes turns drawing a character or creature on a sheet of paper. The then folding it to hide their contribution and pass it along to the next player.

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.  

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 "Everyone (0-120)" group

Story Walk

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 9:30am - 3:00pm
Library Park Butterfly Boulders at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Story Walk
Age Group:
Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Everyone (0-120)

Valuing Our Children provides us with Story Walks every Tuesday! Each page of a book is posted on a board.

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Library Park Butterfly Boulders
Age Group: Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Everyone (0-120)
Program Type: Story Walk
Event Details:

Valuing Our Children provides us with Story Walks every Tuesday! Each page of a book is posted on a board.

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.

MassHealth and Digital Equity Assistance

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Lobby at Athol Public Library

An Insurance Navigator will be in our lobby to help people navigate the complex healthcare system.

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Library Lobby
Event Details:

An Insurance Navigator will be in our lobby to help people navigate the complex healthcare system.

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

VOC's Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Athol Public Library
Age Group:
Teens (12-18)

Are you ready for a new adventure?

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

Are you ready for a new adventure?

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.  

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

Mystery Discussion

Tuesday, January 13, 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 "Everyone (0-120)" group

MassHire Job Fair with Aberthaw Construction Company

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Library Lobby at Athol Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone (0-120)

MassHire and Aberthaw are recruiting staff for over 70 contractors to work on the Residence at the Park - Turning Ellen Bigelow and Riverbend Schools into apartments.

Drop-ins are welcome!

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Library Lobby
Age Group: Everyone (0-120)
Event Details:

MassHire and Aberthaw are recruiting staff for over 70 contractors to work on the Residence at the Park - Turning Ellen Bigelow and Riverbend Schools into apartments.

Drop-ins are welcome!

This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5)" group

Story Time

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5)
Story Time:

Join River for Story Time! We'll read books, sing songs, watch a short movie, and make a craft! Story Time is best for children ages 3 - 5, but any child who can enjoy a picture bo...

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime

Story Time

Join River for Story Time! We'll read books, sing songs, watch a short movie, and make a craft! Story Time is best for children ages 3 - 5, but any child who can enjoy a picture book will enjoy Story Time.

Want to know what to expect? Check out our Story Time page on YouTube

The benefits of Story Time are limitless! Participating regularly in Story Time teaches children social skills, like how to listen, sit still, and be part of a group. It encourages early literacy by spending time reading and getting excited about books! Even singing songs together help develop phonological awareness (the ability to recognize and work with sounds in spoken language).

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

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

Virtual: Superspy Science: Science, Death & Tech in the World of James Bond

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Online Event, Virtual/Online Event
Age Group:
Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)

The adventures of James Bond have thrilled and delighted readers since Ian Fleming’s novel Casino Royale was published in 1953, and when the movie of Dr No was released in

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Age Group: Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Online Event, Virtual/Online Event
Event Details:

The adventures of James Bond have thrilled and delighted readers since Ian Fleming’s novel Casino Royale was published in 1953, and when the movie of Dr No was released in

This event is in the "Tweens (10-13)" group

Tween Book Hedgehogs

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens (10-13)

Join Emily and River as they show you how to upcycle discarded and worn-out books into adorable hedgehogs!

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (10-13)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join Emily and River as they show you how to upcycle discarded and worn-out books into adorable hedgehogs!

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.

Virtual: Poisoning The Well -- How Forever Chemicals Contaminated America

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Online Event, Virtual/Online Event

**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email.**

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Program Type: Online Event, Virtual/Online Event
Event Details:

**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email.**

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

Teen Tabletop Gaming

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens (12-18)

Drop by the library's Teen Space to play some tabletop games together. We'll have board games like Clue and Battlesheep, card games like UNO and Exploding Kittens, and party games like the Family Editions of What Do You Meme?

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

Drop by the library's Teen Space to play some tabletop games together. We'll have board games like Clue and Battlesheep, card games like UNO and Exploding Kittens, and party games like the Family Editions of What Do You Meme?

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.  

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

Book Discussion: Any book about or set in winter

Thursday, January 15, 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 "Babies (0-3)" group

Baby & Toddler Time

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Playgroup
Age Group:
Babies (0-3)

Baby & Toddler Time promotes early literacy and togetherness through singing, reading, and playing! This program gives caregivers time to play and bond with their babies as well as an opportunity to meet other memb

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Babies (0-3)
Program Type: Early Literacy, Playgroup
Event Details:

Baby & Toddler Time promotes early literacy and togetherness through singing, reading, and playing! This program gives caregivers time to play and bond with their babies as well as an opportunity to meet other memb

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

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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, January 19, 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 "Tweens (10-13)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group

Alphabet & Allies: an LGBTQIA+ Tween Group

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Space at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Club
Age Group:
Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18)

Kids ages 9-18 are invited to Alphabet & Allies, a club for LGBTQIA+ kids and allies, created in collaboration with Valuing Our Children.

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Club
Event Details:

Kids ages 9-18 are invited to Alphabet & Allies, a club for LGBTQIA+ kids and allies, created in collaboration with Valuing Our Children.

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.

Food Allergies

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

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 "Everyone (0-120)" group

Story Walk

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 9:30am - 3:00pm
Library Park Butterfly Boulders at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Story Walk
Age Group:
Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Everyone (0-120)

Valuing Our Children provides us with Story Walks every Tuesday! Each page of a book is posted on a board.

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Library Park Butterfly Boulders
Age Group: Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Everyone (0-120)
Program Type: Story Walk
Event Details:

Valuing Our Children provides us with Story Walks every Tuesday! Each page of a book is posted on a board.

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.

Learn about Mass Save

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Lobby at Athol Public Library

With freezing temperatures already here and heating costs set to rise yet again, Mass Save is looking to directly engage with residents and connect them with benefits for which they may be eligible.

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Library Lobby
Event Details:

With freezing temperatures already here and heating costs set to rise yet again, Mass Save is looking to directly engage with residents and connect them with benefits for which they may be eligible.

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

Teen: Fort Night

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Games, Other, Movie
Age Group:
Teens (12-18)

Build a fort in the library's program room out of fabric, chairs, and more. Then spend a cozy evening playing games, watching a movie, enjoying snacks, and hanging out with friends and other teens.

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Games, Other, Movie
Event Details:

Build a fort in the library's program room out of fabric, chairs, and more. Then spend a cozy evening playing games, watching a movie, enjoying snacks, and hanging out with friends and other teens.

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.  

This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5)" group

Story Time

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5)
Story Time:

Join River for Story Time! We'll read books, sing songs, watch a short movie, and make a craft! Story Time is best for children ages 3 - 5, but any child who can enjoy a picture bo...

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime

Story Time

Join River for Story Time! We'll read books, sing songs, watch a short movie, and make a craft! Story Time is best for children ages 3 - 5, but any child who can enjoy a picture book will enjoy Story Time.

Want to know what to expect? Check out our Story Time page on YouTube

The benefits of Story Time are limitless! Participating regularly in Story Time teaches children social skills, like how to listen, sit still, and be part of a group. It encourages early literacy by spending time reading and getting excited about books! Even singing songs together help develop phonological awareness (the ability to recognize and work with sounds in spoken language).

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Library Trustees

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Large Program Room

Virtual: How Librarians Became the Unlikely Spies of World War II

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Online Event, Virtual/Online Event

*PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email.**

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Program Type: Online Event, Virtual/Online Event
Event Details:

*PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email.**

This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group

Baby & Toddler Time

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Playgroup
Age Group:
Babies (0-3)

Baby & Toddler Time promotes early literacy and togetherness through singing, reading, and playing! This program gives caregivers time to play and bond with their babies as well as an opportunity to meet other memb

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Babies (0-3)
Program Type: Early Literacy, Playgroup
Event Details:

Baby & Toddler Time promotes early literacy and togetherness through singing, reading, and playing! This program gives caregivers time to play and bond with their babies as well as an opportunity to meet other memb

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.