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Curators of Crime

Virtual: Burglary at the Louvre -- How Can Writers Top This?

Wednesday, February 25, 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:

**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.**

Bilingual Music & Movement with Laurie Davidson of Mucho Gusto Spanish

Bilingual Music & Movement

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
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
Registration Required
Event Details:

Laurie Davidson of Mucho Gusto Spanish will lead this fun and exciting bilingual program for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers!

black magnifier showing green family tree

Genealogy series: What to do with Old Photos and Documents, and more!

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Presentation Followed by Conversation

Age Group:

Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Presentation Followed by Conversation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join genealogist Philip Johnson to learn how to get started with the basics:  which charts are useful and how to create and fill them in and some good sources for basic genealogy information.

Stylized family tree in brown, green, and purple

North Quabbin Tree Climbers Genealogy Group

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 7:00pm - 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, March 4, 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.

Title "Teen Manga Book Club" above anime style close up of girls eyes, only the eyes are colored.

Teen Manga Book Club

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

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

Try out our most requested club for teens, Manga Book Club! Come together to talk about manga.

Jarice Hanson performing as Frances Perkins in black suit and veiled hat

Frances Perkins: A Woman's Work

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Performance

Age Group:

Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Who was Frances Perkins? Find out in this one-woman play looking at the life of the first woman Secretary of Labor.

MCB calendar showing monthly themes

Book discussion: A book featuring an unlikely friendship.

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Conference Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults (18+)
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.

Nick Zaino

100 Years of Boston Comedy with Nick Zaino

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Lecture with Slides

Age Group:

Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Lecture with Slides
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the Athol Public Library at 568 Main Street, Athol, on Wednesday, March 25 from 5:30-6:30p.m., when we welcome Nick Zaino for 100 Years of Boston Comedy!

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Age Group

Teen Tabletop Games

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teens (12-18)
Games
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
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.  

Teen Volunteer Opportunity: Cards for Seniors

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

Join us at the Athol Public Library's Teen Space to earn volunteer hours and spread joy in our community. We'll working together to create greeting cards and notes for local senior citizens. Our goal is to make over 100 cards this month.

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.  

VOC's Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club

3:30pm–5:00pm
Teens (12-18)
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.  

ATAC

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens (12-18)
Other
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Other

ATAC

Want to be more involved in the library? Teens ages 12-18 are invited to apply to join ATAC: the Athol Teen Advisory Council! The teen leadership group works with Emily, the teen specialist, to bring new ideas and projects to the library.  Teens who are interested in participating can pick up an application in the Teen Space. 

ATAC meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month, unless there is a conflicting holiday, from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. at the library.

During Meetings Teens:

  • help plan teen programs like scavenger hunts or mini carnivals
  • support community projects such as the local scarf bombing
  • talk with other teens and make new friends
  • talk about what they have been reading and help pick out new books
  • voice their opinions on what is happening at the library
  • earn volunteer hours

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

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.  

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. 

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.

Genealogy series: What to do with Old Photos and Documents, and more!

6:00pm–7:00pm
Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Presentation Followed by Conversation
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Presentation Followed by Conversation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join genealogist Philip Johnson to learn how to get started with the basics:  which charts are useful and how to create and fill them in and some good sources for basic genealogy information.

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. 

North Quabbin Tree Climbers Genealogy Group

7:00pm–7:45pm
Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Local History
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!

Tween & Teen: Dungeons and Dragons Club

3:30pm–5:30pm
Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18)
Club, Games
Register Now
Registration Required
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.

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 Movie

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

Join us in the Teen Space after school to watch a movie. Which movie? Help us decide! You can stop by the Teen Space during the month of February to vote on which movie we watch with our white board poll.

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.  

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.

Teen Manga Book Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens (12-18)
Book Club
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Try out our most requested club for teens, Manga Book Club! Come together to talk about manga.

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.  

VOC's Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club

3:30pm–5:00pm
Teens (12-18)
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.  

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. 

Design A Bookmark

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens (12-18)
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop by the Teen Space to design your own personalized bookmark. Start with a blank canvas and add drawings, stickers, and collage or work on a coloring page bookmark.

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.  

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.

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.

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. 

Frances Perkins: A Woman's Work

5:30pm–7:00pm
Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Performance
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Athol Cultural Council

This program is made possible by support from the Athol Cultural Council.  The ACC is a local agency funded by Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Who was Frances Perkins? Find out in this one-woman play looking at the life of the first woman Secretary of Labor.

VOC's Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club

3:30pm–5:00pm
Teens (12-18)
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.  

ATAC

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens (12-18)
Other
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Other

ATAC

Want to be more involved in the library? Teens ages 12-18 are invited to apply to join ATAC: the Athol Teen Advisory Council! The teen leadership group works with Emily, the teen specialist, to bring new ideas and projects to the library.  Teens who are interested in participating can pick up an application in the Teen Space. 

ATAC meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month, unless there is a conflicting holiday, from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. at the library.

During Meetings Teens:

  • help plan teen programs like scavenger hunts or mini carnivals
  • support community projects such as the local scarf bombing
  • talk with other teens and make new friends
  • talk about what they have been reading and help pick out new books
  • voice their opinions on what is happening at the library
  • earn volunteer hours

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

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.  

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. 

UNO!

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens (12-18)
Games
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 UNO! 

Open to all teens ages 12-18. No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.