Week Calendar

Name: Teen Winter Reading Challenge Begins
Start: 2025-01-01
End: 2025-01-01
Location: Athol Public Library

Featured Events

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Teen Winter Reading Challenge Begins

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Teen Space at Athol Public Library

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Online Event

Age Group:

Teens (12-18)

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Teen Space

Age Group: Teens (12-18)

Program Type: Online Event

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The snow is falling and books are calling. Turn the time you spend reading this winter into prizes and extra fun!

Tween LEGO

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Age Group:

Tweens (10-13)

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Small + Large Program Room

Age Group: Tweens (10-13)

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Tweens ages 10-13 are invited to drop by and enjoy the library's huge collection of LEGOs. Build whatever you like or take on a special challenge to get you inspired.

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North Quabbin Tree Climbers Genealogy Group

Tuesday, January 7, 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+)

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!

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LifePath Information Session

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am

Library Lobby at Athol Public Library

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Library Lobby

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LifePath is coming to Athol Library! A LifePath team will be on site in the lobby to help answer questions about their programs. Also, there will be opportunities to sign up and volunteer with LifePath to help f

Enroll in SNAP and Fuel Assistance

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am

Conference Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Everyone (0-120)

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Conference Room

Age Group: Everyone (0-120)

Program Type: Other

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Representatives from LifePath will be on hand to help you sign up for SNAP benefits and

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Virtual - Historical Fiction Book Recommendations with Bestselling Author, Jane Healey

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Online Event

Age Group:

Adults (18+)

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Online Event

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Virtual - Historical Fiction Book Recommendations with Bestselling Author, Jane Healey

Tuesday, January 14,

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Virtual: Thriller/Horror Book Recs with Bookstagrammer Jody Blanchette

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 7:30pm - 8:00pm

Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Online Event

Age Group:

Adults (18+)

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Online Event

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Virtual - Thriller/Horror Book Recs with Bookstagrammer Jody Blanchette aka @redreadreviews

Tuesday, Januar

Dungeons and Dragons for Grown-Ups!

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Conference Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Games

Age Group:

Adults (18+)

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Conference Room

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Games

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D&D for grown-ups returns!

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

Book Discussion: 2025 MA Center for the Book Reading Challenge

Thursday, January 16, 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

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Event Details:

NEW BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP FOR 2025

12 Months 12 Books - Of your choosing!

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9 am		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. Cancelled 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 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. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
10 am			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 This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. Embrace Technology Group #1 10:00am - 11:30am Adults (18+) Technology Class This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults (18+) Program Type: Technology Class Embrace Technology/Office of Elder Affairs Reservation Athol Cultural Council Meeting 10:30am - 11:30am This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Large Program Room Purpose of Meeting Quarterly meeting of the Athol Cultural Council.
11 am					This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group. Baby & Toddler Time 11:00am - 11:45am Babies (0-3) Early Literacy, Playgroup This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
12 pm			Embrace Technology Peer Group 12:00pm - 1:00pm Other Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Conference Room Program Type: Other Event Details: A peer based tech learning and support group for individuals participating in the Embrace Technology Digital Workshops.
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3 pm	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 This event is in the "Young Children (5-7)" group. This event is in the "School Age Children (8-11)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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: Random Acts of Kindness Project 3:30pm - 4:30pm Teens (12-18) Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Teen Space Age Group: Teens (12-18) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: The Athol Public Library's Teen Space and Heywood Healthcare School Based Services are teaming up to celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Week.
4 pm	This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group. Teen Art Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teens (12-18) Arts & Crafts, Club This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Teen Space Age Group: Teens (12-18) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Club 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 "Teens (12-18)" group. Cancelled Teen Genre Book Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teens (12-18) Club, Book Club This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Teen Space Age Group: Teens (12-18) Program Type: Club, Book Club Event Details: A brand-new club is starting for teens this January. The new Genre Book Club will meet on the second Tuesday of each month and focus on a different genre of book at every meeting. Disclaimer(s) Teens Only This program is designed for teens only.	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 "Tweens (10-13)" group. Puppy Love: Visit with Hunter! 4:00pm - 5:00pm Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13) Paws to Read 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 "Tweens (10-13)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Small + Large Program Room Age Group: Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13) Program Type: Paws to Read Event Details: Hunter the therapy dog visits the library monthly to help kids practice reading. For Valentine's Day, we're having a special drop-in program where kids can visit with Hunter--no registration needed!	Reservation English Language Learners Families Meeting 4:00pm - 5:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Conference Room
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6 pm		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. Cancelled Chess Club 6:00pm - 8:00pm Young Children (5-7), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+) Club, Games 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. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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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Virtual - Historical Fiction Book Recommendations with Bestselling Author, Jane Healey

Tuesday, January 14,

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Virtual - Thriller/Horror Book Recs with Bookstagrammer Jody Blanchette aka @redreadreviews

Tuesday, Januar

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Story Time

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Embrace Technology/Office of Elder Affairs

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Teen Art Club

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