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Learn about FREE College

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Library Lobby at Athol Public Library

Age Group:

Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Library Lobby
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Representatives from MWCC will be in our lobby to share information about how you can attend college for free.  Please drop in!

 

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"Read with Benny the Bean" Reading Challenge Begins!

All Day 12/17
Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Virtual/Online Event

Age Group:

Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11)
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Age Group: Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11)
Program Type: Virtual/Online Event
Event Details:

December 17 - January 31

Preschool Playdate

Preschool Playdate

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Playgroup

Age Group:

Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5)
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5)
Program Type: Playgroup
Event Details:

Bring your preschooler to the library for an hour of free play! The program room will have fun things to play with, like the special toys we use for Baby & Toddler Time, a tent, a play tunnel and more!

Another book by an author you've already read

Book Discussion: Another book by an author you’ve already read

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Conference Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Club, Book Club

Age Group:

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

Our Last Meeting for the Twelve Month Reading Challenge!

Join us on December 18 at 5:00 for our last session of our Twelve Books in Twelve Months Reading Challenge!

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LifePath in the Lobby!

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Library Lobby at Athol Public Library
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Library Lobby
Event Details:

Looking to make a difference in your community? 

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Teen Winter Reading Challenge Begins

All Day 12/21
Teen Space at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Online Event

Age Group:

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

Winter is a great time to cozy up with a book and we have a new digital reading challenge to cheer on our teen readers. Read any book, whether it is for school or fun, and no matter the genre or format it counts.

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Reception for Wabi-Sabi Woods: Art by Amy Newland

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Conference Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Reception
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Program Type: Reception
Event Details:

Wabi-Sabi Woods
an exhibition by Amy Newland
in the library’s Conference Room during January and February

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North Quabbin Tree Climbers Genealogy Group

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 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+)
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Archives Room
Age Group: Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Local History
Event Details:

Join us!

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Tween & Teen: Dungeons and Dragons Club

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Conference Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Club, Games

Age Group:

Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18)
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Club, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for adventure and excitement? Join our Dungeons & Dragons Club! Whether you're a seasoned player or a beginner, our club welcomes all adventurers ages 10-18.

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Virtual: Love and Loss After Wounded Knee -- A Biography of an Extraordinary Interracial Marriage

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Athol Public Library

Program Type:

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

Author Julie Dobrow will discuss her new book, Love and Loss After Wounded Knee: A Biography of an Extraordinary Interracial Marriage. Like most star-crossed lovers, they cam

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Senior Center Cards - Canasta

1:00pm–4:00pm
Adults (18+)
Games
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Games

Friends Accessory Sale opening

9:30am–1:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Conference Room

Friends Accessory Sale opening

9:30am–1:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Library Lobby

National Grid Customer Savings Event

11:00am–2:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room

Knitting Group

1:00pm–3:00pm
School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+), Everyone (0-120)
Arts & Crafts
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.

Learn about FREE College

3:00pm–5:30pm
Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Library Lobby
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Representatives from MWCC will be in our lobby to share information about how you can attend college for free.  Please drop in!

 

LEGO Club

3:30pm–4:30pm
Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11)
Club, STEAM
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.

Alphabet & Allies: an LGBTQIA+ Tween Group

5:00pm–6:00pm
Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18)
Club
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.

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

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Performance, Storytelling
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Performance, Storytelling
Registration Required
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

9:30am–3:00pm
Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Everyone (0-120)
Story Walk
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.

Paws to Read

4:00pm–5:00pm
Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18)
Paws to Read
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Paws to Read
Event Details:

Hunter the therapy dog visits the library monthly to help kids practice reading. Kids can stop in any time during this hour to say hello to Hunter, pet him, show him their favorite book, and even read to him if they're feeling brave!

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.

Athol Historical Commission meeting

5:45pm–7:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Large Program Room

Chess Club

6:00pm–8:00pm
Young Children (5-7), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Club, Games
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. 

"Read with Benny the Bean" Reading Challenge Begins!

All Day
Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11)
Virtual/Online Event
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Age Group: Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11)
Program Type: Virtual/Online Event
Event Details:

December 17 - January 31

Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5)
Early Literacy, Storytime
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

4:00pm–5:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Large Program Room

Preschool Playdate

11:00am–12:00pm
Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5)
Playgroup
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5)
Program Type: Playgroup
Event Details:

Bring your preschooler to the library for an hour of free play! The program room will have fun things to play with, like the special toys we use for Baby & Toddler Time, a tent, a play tunnel and more!

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.

Switch Gaming

3:30pm–5:00pm
Teens (12-18)
Games
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Teens ages 12-18 are invited to drop by for some casual gaming on the library's Nintendo Switch.
Enjoy Super Smash Bros, Gang Beasts, Mario Kart, Overcooked, Just Dance, and more!

No Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.  

Book Discussion: Another book by an author you’ve already read

5:00pm–5:45pm
Adults (18+)
Club, Book Club
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Club, Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Our Last Meeting for the Twelve Month Reading Challenge!

Join us on December 18 at 5:00 for our last session of our Twelve Books in Twelve Months Reading Challenge!

Baby & Toddler Time

11:00am–11:45am
Babies (0-3)
Early Literacy, Playgroup
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.

LifePath in the Lobby!

12:30pm–2:30pm
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Library Lobby
Event Details:

Looking to make a difference in your community? 

Senior Center Cards - Canasta

1:00pm–4:00pm
Adults (18+)
Games
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Games

Teen Winter Reading Challenge Begins

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

Winter is a great time to cozy up with a book and we have a new digital reading challenge to cheer on our teen readers. Read any book, whether it is for school or fun, and no matter the genre or format it counts.

Knitting Group

1:00pm–3:00pm
School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+), Everyone (0-120)
Arts & Crafts
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.