Name: Story Walk
Start: 2025-11-25T09:30:00-05:00
End: 2025-11-25T15:00:00-05:00
Location: Athol Public Library

Story Walk

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 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)

Event Details:

Valuing Our Children provides us with Story Walks every Tuesday! Each page of a book is posted on a board. As you take a stroll down the Miller's River Walk (or through the second ...

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.

ATAC

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:15pm

Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Club

Age Group:

Teens (12-18)

ATAC:

WHEN: Last Tuesday of the month from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. at the library. Teens have to apply before attending meetings! ATAC (Athol Teen Advisory Council) Application! Have a...

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Large Program Room

Age Group: Teens (12-18)

Program Type: Club

ATAC

WHEN: Last Tuesday of the month from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. at the library.

Teens have to apply before attending meetings!

ATAC (Athol Teen Advisory Council) Application!

Have any great ideas for the library?

Teens in ages12-18 are invited to join ATAC: the Athol Teen Advisory Council!

Join and Enjoy:
Help Plan Teen Programs
Support Community Projects
Make New Friends
Share and Pick out Books
Voice Your Opinion
Earn Volunteer Hours

If you are interested speak with Emily in the Teen Space to find out more about ATAC.

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.

Chess Club

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 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 willing t...

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.

Story Time

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 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 Closed

All Day

Athol Public Library

Closing

Branches:

Athol Public Library

Baby & Toddler Time

Friday, November 28, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am

Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Early Literacy, Playgroup

Age Group:

Babies (0-3)

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 bab...

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.

LEGO Club

Monday, December 1, 2025 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)

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 displ...

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.

Story Walk

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 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)

Event Details:

Valuing Our Children provides us with Story Walks every Tuesday! Each page of a book is posted on a board. As you take a stroll down the Miller's River Walk (or through the second ...

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.

Chess Club

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 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 willing t...

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.

Story Time

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 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.

Baby & Toddler Time

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am

Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Early Literacy, Playgroup

Age Group:

Babies (0-3)

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 bab...

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.

LEGO Club

Monday, December 8, 2025 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)

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 displ...

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.

Story Walk

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 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)

Event Details:

Valuing Our Children provides us with Story Walks every Tuesday! Each page of a book is posted on a board. As you take a stroll down the Miller's River Walk (or through the second ...

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.

Chess Club

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 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 willing t...

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.

Story Time

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 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.

Baby & Toddler Time

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am

Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Early Literacy, Playgroup

Age Group:

Babies (0-3)

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 bab...

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.

LEGO Club

Monday, December 15, 2025 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)

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 displ...

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.

Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol with J.T. Turner

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Performance, Storytelling

Age Group:

Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)

Event Details:

Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol: Witness the classic tale of A Christmas Carol come beautifully to life as actor J.T. Turner portrays Charles Dickens and every single character ...

Registration

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Small + Large Program Room

Age Group: Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)

Program Type: Performance, Storytelling

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 45

Event Details:

Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol: Witness the classic tale of A Christmas Carol come beautifully to life as actor J.T. Turner portrays Charles Dickens and every single character from the story in this one-man show.

Story Walk

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 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)

Event Details:

Valuing Our Children provides us with Story Walks every Tuesday! Each page of a book is posted on a board. As you take a stroll down the Miller's River Walk (or through the second ...

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.

Chess Club

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 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 willing t...

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.

Story Time

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 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 Meeting

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 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

Another book by an author you've already read

Book Discussion: 2025 MA Center for the Book Reading Challenge

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Conference Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Club, Book Club

Age Group:

Adults (18+)

Event Details:

NEW BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP FOR 202512 Months 12 Books - Of your choosing!Have you been curious about joining a book discussion group but haven’t wanted to be required to read a spec...

Register Now

Registration

Register Now

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Conference Room

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Club, Book Club

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Event Details:

NEW BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP FOR 2025

12 Months 12 Books - Of your choosing!

Copy of 12 Books in 12 Months Book Discussion. January theme: A book published in or about the year you were born

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Club, Book Club

Age Group:

Adults (18+)

Event Details:

NEW BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP FOR 202512 Months 12 Books - Of your choosing!Have you been curious about joining a book discussion group but haven’t wanted to be required to read a spec...

Register Now

Registration

Register Now

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Small + Large Program Room

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Club, Book Club

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Event Details:

NEW BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP FOR 2025

12 Months 12 Books - Of your choosing!

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