Upcoming Events

Name: Boston Light presented by Retired Light Keeper, Sally Snowman
Start: 2024-05-09T18:00:00-04:00
End: 2024-05-09T19:00:00-04:00
Location: Athol Public Library

Featured Events

Boston Light presented by Retired Light Keeper, Sally Snowman

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Local History, Lecture with Slides

Age Group:

Adults (18+)

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Small + Large Program Room

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Local History, Lecture with Slides

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 0

Event Details:

Boston Light – the first established Light Station in colonial America – began lighting the way for safe navigation into the fledging maritime port of Boston in 1716.

Chess Club

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 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+)

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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.

Chess Club

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 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+)

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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.

Chess Club

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 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+)

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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.

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North Quabbin Tree Climbers Genealogy Group

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 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

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 9

Event Details:

Join us!

Chess Club

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 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+)

View Details

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.

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Tween & Teen: Dungeons and Dragons Club

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 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

Seats Remaining: 7

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.

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LifePath Information Session

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:00am

Conference Room at Athol Public Library

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Conference Room

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

I Was Amelia Earhart's Sister: Meet Muriel Morrissey

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Performance

Age Group:

Adults (18+)

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Small + Large Program Room

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Performance

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 37

Event Details:

Jessa Piaia becomes Amelia Earhart’s sister. Her portrayals celebrate women of the past whose diverse lives span three centuries.

Chess Club

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 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+)

View Details

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.

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Learn to Cross Stitch

3:30pm - 5:00pm

Arts & Crafts

Registration

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Teen Space

Age Group: Teens (12-18)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 8

Event Details:

Teens, ages 12-18, are invited to join Emily in the Teen Space to learn the basics of cross stitching. We'll have everything you need to learn this classic craft, plus hands-on instructions to get you started.

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.

Grain Bag Totes Drop-In Craft with LaunchSpace

5:30pm - 7:30pm

Arts & Crafts, Workshop

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: Arts & Crafts, Workshop

Event Details:

Join LaunchSpace for some drop-in maker fun!

Knitting Group

1:00pm - 3:00pm

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.

Knitting Group

1:00pm - 3:00pm

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 Art Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm

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.

Make Jewelry with LaunchSpace

5:30pm - 7:30pm

Arts & Crafts, Workshop

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: Arts & Crafts, Workshop

Event Details:

Join LaunchSpace for some drop-in maker fun!

Knitting Group

1:00pm - 3:00pm

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.

Cosplay character & costume building with Eldritch Arts

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Arts & Crafts, Workshop

Registration

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Small + Large Program Room

Age Group: Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 20

Event Details:

Eliza Eldredge, a costume and prop maker, fine artist, and jousting knight renaissance faire performer, will share ideas from her more than ten years of experience. Eldredge will showcase some of her projects a

Teen Crafternoon

3:30pm - 5:00pm

Arts & Crafts

Registration

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Teen Space

Age Group: Teens (12-18)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 15

Teen Crafternoons

On the second Wednesday of the month, drop by the Teen Space at 3:30 pm for a laid-back craft. Each month there will be a new craft to learn and enjoy. Attend them all or just your favorites.

Event Details:

For August’s Crafternoon, we'll be making beaded suncatchers.

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.

Knitting Group

1:00pm - 3:00pm

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 Art Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm

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.

Knitting Group

1:00pm - 3:00pm

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 Crafternoon

3:30pm - 5:00pm

Arts & Crafts

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Teen Space

Age Group: Teens (12-18)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Teen Crafternoons

On the second Wednesday of the month, drop by the Teen Space at 3:30 pm for a laid-back craft. Each month there will be a new craft to learn and enjoy. Attend them all or just your favorites.

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.

Teen Art Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm

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.

Teen Art Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm

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.

Comic Book Fest 2024

10:00am - 3:00pm

Arts & Crafts, Demonstration and Discussion, Games, Panel Discussion, Reading & Book Signing

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Athol Town Hall - Liberty Hall

Age Group: Everyone (0-120)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Demonstration and Discussion, Games, Panel Discussion, Reading & Book Signing

Event Details:

The Athol Public Library and Hero Shack Press are teaming up to host our third annual Comic Book Fest. The Athol Town Hall and library will be transformed into a comic book lover’s dream.

Teen Crafternoon

3:30pm - 5:00pm

Arts & Crafts

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Teen Space

Age Group: Teens (12-18)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Teen Crafternoons

On the second Wednesday of the month, drop by the Teen Space at 3:30 pm for a laid-back craft. Each month there will be a new craft to learn and enjoy. Attend them all or just your favorites.

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.

Teen Crafternoon

3:30pm - 5:00pm

Arts & Crafts

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Teen Space

Age Group: Teens (12-18)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Teen Crafternoons

On the second Wednesday of the month, drop by the Teen Space at 3:30 pm for a laid-back craft. Each month there will be a new craft to learn and enjoy. Attend them all or just your favorites.

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.

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