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Teen Art Club

Monday, March 24, 2025 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.  

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Story Walk

Tuesday, March 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.

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ATAC

Tuesday, March 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.  

Story Time

Story Time

Wednesday, March 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.

Meet Mrs. Hamilton: A Woman-In-History Performance with Anne Barrett

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Meet Mrs. Hamilton: A Woman-In-History Theatrical Performance Free & Open to the Public! Registration Required! Smithsonian Magazine declared, " Eliza Hamilton is deserv...

Registration
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Meet Mrs. Hamilton: A Woman-In-History Theatrical Performance

Free & Open to the Public! Registration Required!

"baby and toddler time"

Baby & Toddler Time

Friday, March 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.

Knitting notions

Knitting Group

Monday, March 31, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Tables Between the Study Rooms 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: Tables Between the Study Rooms
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.

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LEGO Club

Monday, March 31, 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.

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Story Walk

Tuesday, April 1, 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.

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North Quabbin Tree Climbers Genealogy Group

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 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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Registration
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!

Development Review Meeting - Shaun

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:30am
Conference Room at Athol Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Story Time

Story Time

Wednesday, April 2, 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.

VOC's Teen Group

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 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.  

SNAP benefits logo (grocery bag)

Enroll in SNAP and Fuel Assistance

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Conference Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Everyone (0-120)
Event Details:

Representatives from LifePath will be on hand to help you sign up for SNAP benefits and Fuel Assistance.     Free and open to the public.

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone (0-120)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Representatives from LifePath will be on hand to help you sign up for SNAP benefits and

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LifePath Information Session

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Library Lobby at Athol Public Library
Event Details:

LifePath is coming to Athol Library! Beginning in January, every month from 9:30-11:00am (First Thursday of the Month) a LifePath team will be on site in t...

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Registration
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Library Lobby
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

LifePath is coming to Athol Library! Beginning in January, every month from 9:30-11:00am (First Thursday of the Month) a LifePath team will be on site in the Athol Library Conference Room to help answer questions about the

Abnormal America with the GeekGal

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Other, Lecture
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Abnormal America: A Slideshow Presentation with the GeekGal Free & Open to the Public! Registration Required! Every state in the union has its own spooky stories and uns...

Registration
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Other, Lecture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Abnormal America: A Slideshow Presentation with the GeekGal

Disclaimer(s)

Adults

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

"baby and toddler time"

Baby & Toddler Time

Friday, April 4, 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.

Knitting notions

Knitting Group

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Tables Between the Study Rooms 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: Tables Between the Study Rooms
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.

image reads "LEGO CLUB" surrounded by LEGOs and hands playing with them

LEGO Club

Monday, April 7, 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.

Teen Art Club

Monday, April 7, 2025 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.  

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Story Walk

Tuesday, April 8, 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.

Mystery Discussion Group

Mystery Discussion

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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!  

Event Details:

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 ...

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Registration
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Large Program Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 35

Mystery Discussion

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

Event Details:

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.

Story Time

Story Time

Wednesday, April 9, 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.

Viking wire weaving with Castle Nitor

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Learn one of the techniques Vikings used to decorate themselves & their weapons. Join the staff of Castle Nitor for a fun lesson on Viking wire weaving. Take home a new treasur...

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Registration
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Learn one of the techniques Vikings used to decorate themselves & their weapons. Join the staff of Castle Nitor for a fun lesson on Viking wire weaving. Take home a new treasure that you made on your own!

Disclaimer(s)

Adults

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