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Monday, December 15, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Library Lobby at Athol Public Library

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Adults (18+)

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Library Lobby

Age Group: Adults (18+)

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

"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)

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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

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December 17 - January 31

Preschool Playdate

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

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Playgroup

Age Group:

Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5)

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Small + Large Program Room

Age Group: Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5)

Program Type: Playgroup

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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!

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

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Club, Book Club

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Adults (18+)

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Conference Room

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Club, Book Club

Registration Required

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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!

LifePath in the Lobby!

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Library Lobby at Athol Public Library

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Library Lobby

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Looking to make a difference in your community?

Teen Winter Reading Challenge with blue haired girl in yellow sweater sitting on a grey beanbag chain reading a book.

Teen Winter Reading Challenge Begins

All Day 12/21

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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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.

Reception for Wabi-Sabi Woods: Art by Amy Newland

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Conference Room at Athol Public Library

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Reception

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Conference Room

Program Type: Reception

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

Stylized family tree in brown, green, and purple

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+)

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Archives Room

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

Program Type: Local History

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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.

Graphic Novel Club: Dog Man

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Club, Book Club

Age Group:

School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13)

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Large Program Room

Age Group: School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13)

Program Type: Club, Book Club

Registration Required

Event Details:

Graphic Novel Club is a space for graphic novel lovers to come together and talk about the books they love (or hate!). Each month, we will all read the same book and meet at the library to talk about it.

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All Day	Closing Library Closed All Day Branches: Athol Public Library
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 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 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 "Everyone (0-120)" group MassHire Job Fair with Aberthaw Construction Company 10:00am–1:00pm Everyone (0-120) This event is in the "Everyone (0-120)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Library Lobby Age Group: Everyone (0-120) Event Details: MassHire and Aberthaw are recruiting staff for over 70 contractors to work on the Residence at the Park - Turning Ellen Bigelow and Riverbend Schools into apartments. 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 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 "Everyone (0-120)" group Cosplay Contest Sign Up 10:00am–12:45pm Everyone (0-120) Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone (0-120)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Everyone (0-120) Event Details: Part of Comic Book Fest 2025! Cosplayers of every age are invited to show off their craftsmanship and fandom in our Third Annual Cosplay Contest! There will be cash prizes. 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 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 Comic Book Fest 10:00am–3:00pm Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+), Everyone (0-120) Arts & Crafts, Demonstration and Discussion, Games, Performance, Reading & Book Signing Offsite Event 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 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+), Everyone (0-120) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Demonstration and Discussion, Games, Performance, Reading & Book Signing Event Details: The Athol Public Library and Hero Shack Press are teaming up to host the fourth annual Comic Book Fest. The Athol Town Hall will be transformed into a comic book lover’s dream.
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.
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1 pm		Mass Health Sign Up Help 1:00pm–3:00pm Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Library Lobby Event Details: MassHealth Navigators will be here in the library's lobby to help anyone get information and sign up for MassHealth. Reservation Senior Center Canasta 1:00pm–3:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Conference Room	Reservation Hand-Writing Analysis 1:00pm–3:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Large Program Room Reservation Senior Center Cribbage 1:00pm–4:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Conference Room	Reservation Hand-Writing Analysis 1:00pm–3:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Large Program Room Reservation Senior Center Scrabble Group 1:00pm–3:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Conference Room	Reservation Canasta - Senior Center Group 1:00pm–4:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Conference Room	This event is in the "Everyone (0-120)" group Third Annual Cosplay Contest 1:00pm–2:00pm Everyone (0-120) Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone (0-120)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Everyone (0-120) Event Details: You are invited to compete in our 2025 Cosplay Contest, part of the Fourth Annual Comic Book Fest, presented by Hero Shack Press and the Athol Public Library!
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3 pm		This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group VOC's Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club 3:30pm–5:00pm Teens (12-18) 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) Event Details: Are you ready for a new adventure? Disclaimer(s) Teens Only This program is designed for teens only. This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Learn about MassHire's YouthWorks School Year program 3:30pm–6:30pm Teens (12-18), Adults (18+) This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group 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: Library Lobby Age Group: Teens (12-18), Adults (18+) Event Details: Are you interested in earning while you learn? Learn about MassHire's paid internship program for youth. Representatives will be in our library lobby.		This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group Switch Gaming 3:30pm–5:00pm Teens (12-18) Games 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: 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.
4 pm			Reservation Library Trustees 4:00pm–5:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Large Program Room 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 Button Making for Kids 4:30pm–5:30pm Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11) Arts & Crafts 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Children's Room Age Group: Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: In this program, kids will get to create up to three customized buttons they can take home and keep! 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. Cancelled Comic Book Fest Volunteer Meeting 4:30pm–5:30pm Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Conference Room Event Details: For Comic Book Fest volunteers to check in, have their tasks explained, and ask any questions.
5 pm				This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Book Discussion: A book published by a Massachusetts press 5:00pm–5:45pm Adults (18+) Club, Book Club Program Full Registration Required This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Program Full 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: Club, Book Club Registration Required Event Details: This month, we're exploring the world of Massachusetts publishers - and there are more than you might think!
6 pm		This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Mystery Discussion 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults (18+) Book Club Program Full Registration Required This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Program Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Small + Large Program Room Age Group: Adults (18+) Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: Mystery Discussion Join us on the second Tuesday of the month at 6:00 to discuss our latest mystery read! 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. Register online or call 978-249-9515. 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 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 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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