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Paws to Read (no registration!)

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Small Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Paws to Read
Age Group:
Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18)
Event Details:

Hunter the therapy dog visits the library monthly to help kids practice reading. This month, we're having a special drop-in program where kids can visit with Hunter--no registratio...

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small Program Room
Age Group: Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Paws to Read
Event Details:

Hunter the therapy dog visits the library monthly to help kids practice reading. This month, we're having a special drop-in program where kids can visit with Hunter--no registration needed!

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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Booked for Lunch

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Conference Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Hybrid In-Person and Online, Book Club
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Booked for Lunch:

Join us on the fourth Monday of the month at noon either in person at the library or online via Zoom for a thought-provoking discussion of this month's selection. Copies of the boo...

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Registration
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Hybrid In-Person and Online, Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Booked for Lunch

Join us on the fourth Monday of the month at noon either in person at the library or online via Zoom for a thought-provoking discussion of this month's selection. Copies of the book are available now at the adult circulation desk. Digital editions are also available for download on Libby or Overdrive. Registration is not required, but strongly encouraged! Drop-ins are welcome as space allows. Register online, call or email Robin at  Rbrzozowski@cwmars.org.

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Knitting Group

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+), Everyone (0-120)
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! There will be ...

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.

image reads "LEGO CLUB" surrounded by LEGOs and hands playing with them

LEGO Club

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Club, STEAM
Age Group:
Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11)
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 displ...

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.

Teen Art Club

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12-18)
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 ...

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.  

image shows a story walk board featuring pages from the book, "The Pigeon Wants a Puppy" next to it is a cartoon grandparent and child observing the board

Story Walk

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 9:30am - 3:00pm
Library Park Butterfly Boulders at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Story Walk
Age Group:
Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Everyone (0-120)
Event Details:

Valuing Our Children provides us with Story Walks every Tuesday! Each page of a book is posted on a board. As you take a stroll down the Miller's River Walk (or through the second ...

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.

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ATAC

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:15pm
Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Club
Age Group:
Teens (12-18)
ATAC:

WHEN: Last Tuesday of the month from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. at the library. Teens have to apply before attending meetings! ATAC (Athol Teen Advisory Council) Application! Have a...

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Large Program Room
Age Group: Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Club

ATAC

WHEN: Last Tuesday of the month from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. at the library.

Teens have to apply before attending meetings!

ATAC (Athol Teen Advisory Council) Application!

Have any great ideas for the library?

Teens in ages12-18 are invited to join ATAC: the Athol Teen Advisory Council!

Join and Enjoy:
Help Plan Teen Programs
Support Community Projects
Make New Friends
Share and Pick out Books
Voice Your Opinion
Earn Volunteer Hours

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

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.  

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Chess Club

Tuesday, June 25, 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+)
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.  All ages wil...

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. 

Story Time

Story Time

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5)
Event Details:

  We are taking a Story Time Break until July 3! See you then!

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime
Event Details:

 

We are taking a Story Time Break until July 3! See you then!

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Food Margins: Cathy Stanton book launch event

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Author Visit and Book Discussion
Age Group:
Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Join local author Cathy Stanton for the launch of her newest book, Food Margins:  Lessons from an Unlikely Grocer. Stanton says: "Food Margins: Lessons from an Unlikely ...

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Registration
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Age Group: Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Author Visit and Book Discussion
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 64
Event Details:

Join local author Cathy Stanton for the launch of her newest book, Food Margins:  Lessons from an Unlikely Grocer.

Stanton says:

COA/Library Meeting

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room at Athol Public Library
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Conference Room
"baby and toddler time"

Baby & Toddler Time

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Playgroup
Age Group:
Babies (0-3)
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 bab...

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.

indoor mini golf summer reading kickoff

Indoor Mini Golf

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+), Everyone (0-120)
Event Details:

Kick off summer with mini golf at the library! Play a 9-hole course and grab your summer reading materials on the way out. The course will be open at 4:00 and close at 6:00. Drop i...

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Age Group: Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+), Everyone (0-120)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Kick off summer with mini golf at the library! Play a 9-hole course and grab your summer reading materials on the way out. The course will be open at 4:00 and close at 6:00. Drop in any time!

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 notions

Knitting Group

Monday, July 1, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+), Everyone (0-120)
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! There will be ...

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.

Books, Buttons, & Buds

Monday, July 1, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Space at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Club
Age Group:
Teens (12-18)
Event Details:

Start off the summer with a new-to-you book. Bring in a book (or two!) that you are ready to part with and trade it with others. Then while you hang out and chat, use the library’s...

Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club
Event Details:

Start off the summer with a new-to-you book. Bring in a book (or two!) that you are ready to part with and trade it with others.

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.  

image reads "LEGO CLUB" surrounded by LEGOs and hands playing with them

LEGO Club

Monday, July 1, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Club, STEAM
Age Group:
Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11)
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 displ...

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.

image shows a story walk board featuring pages from the book, "The Pigeon Wants a Puppy" next to it is a cartoon grandparent and child observing the board

Story Walk

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 9:30am - 3:00pm
Library Park Butterfly Boulders at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Story Walk
Age Group:
Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Everyone (0-120)
Event Details:

Valuing Our Children provides us with Story Walks every Tuesday! Each page of a book is posted on a board. As you take a stroll down the Miller's River Walk (or through the second ...

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.

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Dr. Rosie Helps the Animals

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Author Visit and Book Discussion, Demonstration and Discussion, Early Literacy
Age Group:
Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7)
Event Details:

Author/Illustrator team Jennifer Welborn and Rozilla MH will be visiting the Athol Public Library to read their picture book, "Dr. Rosie Helps the Animals." Kids are encou...

Registration
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7)
Program Type: Author Visit and Book Discussion, Demonstration and Discussion, Early Literacy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Author/Illustrator team Jennifer Welborn and Rozilla MH will be visiting the Athol Public Library to read their picture book, "Dr. Rosie Helps the Animals."

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.

Caregivers Welcome

Children ages 7-11 can attend this program with or without an adult. Please be mindful of your child’s needs and abilities when deciding whether or not to accompany them.

Teen: Candy Sushi

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens (12-18)
Event Details:

Join us in learning how to turn rice crispies, gummies, and other candies into tasty sushi look-alikes! Space is limited, registration required. Open to teens ages 12-18. &n...

Registration
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us in learning how to turn rice crispies, gummies, and other candies into tasty sushi look-alikes!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.  

Stylized family tree in brown, green, and purple

North Quabbin Tree Climbers Genealogy Group

Tuesday, July 2, 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+)
Event Details:

Join us! This informal group will meet on the first Monday of each month to take turns sharing what we're working on and to help one another with our genealogy quests. ...

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Registration
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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Chess Club

Tuesday, July 2, 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+)
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.  All ages wil...

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. 

Story Time

Story Time

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5)
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 bo...

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.