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

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.

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

VOC's Teen Group

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens (12-18)
Club, Games
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.  

This event is in the "Everyone (0-120)" group.

Enroll in SNAP and Fuel Assistance

9:30am - 11:00am
Everyone (0-120)
Other
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

LifePath Information Session

9:30am - 11:00am
Register Now
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

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

Abnormal America with the GeekGal

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults (18+)
Other, Lecture
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.

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

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 wel

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

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.

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

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.

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

Teen Art Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens (12-18)
Arts & Crafts
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.  

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

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.

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

Mystery Discussion

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults (18+)
Book Club
Register Now
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.

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

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.

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

Viking wire weaving with Castle Nitor

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults (18+)
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Register Now
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.

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

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 wel

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

Make a Gift - Or, Pamper Yourself! Learn to make lip balm & lavender sachets

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Workshop
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Make a Gift or Pamper Yourself in this fun self-care workshop!

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

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.

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

Dungeons and Dragons for Grown-Ups!

3:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults (18+)
Games
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

D&D for grown-ups returns!

For information and to get in on the game, contact Joe McNamara: joemichaelmcnamara@yahoo.com

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Large Program Room
This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group.

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, Mario Kart, Overcooked, Just Dance, and more!

No Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.  

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

Book Discussion: 2025 MA Center for the Book Reading Challenge

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

12 Months 12 Books - Of your choosing!

The Massachusetts Center for the Book will suggest a theme for each month - Read what you like and come see us on the Third Thursday and tell us all about it.

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

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 wel

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.