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This event is in the "Young Children (5-7)" group.
This event is in the "School Age Children (8-11)" group.

LEGO Club

Monday, July 28, 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.

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, July 29, 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.

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.

History of Nintendo with One Up Games

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Games, STEAM
Age Group:
School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Presented by One Up Games. Learn about how Nintendo started and see how the iconic console evolved to where it is today. All Nintendo systems from the NES to the Nintendo Switch wi...

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, STEAM
Event Details:

Presented by One Up Games. Learn about how Nintendo started and see how the iconic console evolved to where it is today.

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 29, 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. 

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

Story Time

Wednesday, July 30, 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.

This event is in the "Young Children (5-7)" group.
This event is in the "School Age Children (8-11)" group.

The Great Big Scavenger Hunt

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 10:30am - 5:30pm
Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Games, Nature
Age Group:
Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11)
Event Details:

Calling all gamers ages 5-11! Follow the clues around the library, both indoors and outdoors, until you find acheive victory!You may want to bring a phone or notebook so you can re...

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Age Group: Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11)
Program Type: Games, Nature
Event Details:

Calling all gamers ages 5-11! Follow the clues around the library, both indoors and outdoors, until you find acheive victory!

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 "Babies (0-3)" group.

Baby & Toddler Time

Friday, August 1, 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.

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, August 4, 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.

This event is in the "Young Children (5-7)" group.
This event is in the "School Age Children (8-11)" group.

LEGO Club

Monday, August 4, 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.

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

Teen Art Club: Button Making

Monday, August 4, 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 ...

Event Details:

Drop by the Teen Space to make your own pin back buttons. Bring your own images or create one from magazines and print outs. Open to ages 12-18. No registration required. ...

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
Event Details:

Drop by the Teen Space to make your own pin back buttons. Bring your own images or create one from magazines and print outs. 

Open to ages 12-18. No registration required. 

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, August 5, 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.

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

Teen Dry Felting with Launchspace

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12-18)
Event Details:

Explore the unique properties of wool fiber and how felting works based on those properties. Using felting needles, foam blocks, and wool, we will create a felted bird. Other figur...

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
Event Details:

Explore the unique properties of wool fiber and how felting works based on those properties. Using felting needles, foam blocks, and wool, we will create a felted bird. Other figures such as mushrooms, animals, flowers, etc.

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.

North Quabbin Tree Climbers Genealogy Group

Tuesday, August 5, 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!

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, August 5, 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. 

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

Story Time

Wednesday, August 6, 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.

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.

Escape from the Wizard's Tower!

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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+)
Level Up! Summer Reading 2025:

Event Details:

Join us for this hour-long escape room experience with Wicked Fun Games!What is an Escape Room?An escape room is a series of themed puzzles and obstacles for the participants to wo...

Registration
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
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10

Level Up! Summer Reading 2025

Event Details:

Join us for this hour-long escape room experience with Wicked Fun Games!

What is an Escape Room?

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.

Escape from the Wizard's Tower!

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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+)
Level Up! Summer Reading 2025:

Event Details:

Join us for this hour-long escape room experience with Wicked Fun Games!What is an Escape Room?An escape room is a series of themed puzzles and obstacles for the participants to wo...

Registration
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
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10

Level Up! Summer Reading 2025

Event Details:

Join us for this hour-long escape room experience with Wicked Fun Games!

What is an Escape Room?

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

Escape from the Wizard's Tower!

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Level Up! Summer Reading 2025:

Event Details:

Join us for this hour-long escape room experience with Wicked Fun Games!What is an Escape Room?An escape room is a series of themed puzzles and obstacles for the participants to wo...

Registration
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10

Level Up! Summer Reading 2025

Event Details:

Join us for this hour-long escape room experience with Wicked Fun Games!

What is an Escape Room?

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

Escape from the Wizard's Tower!

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Level Up! Summer Reading 2025:

Event Details:

This session is for staff only. Join us for this hour-long escape room experience with Wicked Fun Games!What is an Escape Room?An escape room is a series of themed puzzles and...

Register Now
Registration
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5

Level Up! Summer Reading 2025

Event Details:

This session is for staff only.

 

Join us for this hour-long escape room experience with Wicked Fun Games!

What is an Escape Room?

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.

Escape from the Wizard's Tower!

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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+)
Level Up! Summer Reading 2025:

Event Details:

Join us for this hour-long escape room experience with Wicked Fun Games!What is an Escape Room?An escape room is a series of themed puzzles and obstacles for the participants to wo...

Registration
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
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10

Level Up! Summer Reading 2025

Event Details:

Join us for this hour-long escape room experience with Wicked Fun Games!

What is an Escape Room?

This event is in the "School Age Children (8-11)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (10-13)" group.

Kids & Tweens - Escape from the Wizard's Tower!

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13)
Level Up! Summer Reading 2025:

Event Details:

Join us for this hour-long escape room experience with Wicked Fun Games!What is an Escape Room?An escape room is a series of themed puzzles and obstacles for the participants to wo...

Registration
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13)
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10

Level Up! Summer Reading 2025

Event Details:

Join us for this hour-long escape room experience with Wicked Fun Games!

What is an Escape Room?

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

Teen Escape from the Wizard's Tower!

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens (12-18)
Level Up! Summer Reading 2025:

Event Details:

Join us for this hour-long escape room experience with Wicked Fun Games!What is an Escape Room?An escape room is a series of themed puzzles and obstacles for the participants to wo...

Registration
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10

Level Up! Summer Reading 2025

Event Details:

Join us for this hour-long escape room experience with Wicked Fun Games!

What is an Escape Room?

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

Baby & Toddler Time

Friday, August 8, 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.

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, August 11, 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.