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Chess Club

Tuesday, July 16, 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 17, 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.

Library Trustees Meeting

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room at Athol Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Conference Room
A woman standing among cattails

Mammals of the North Woods

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Nature, Lecture with Slides
Age Group:
School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Dawn Marvin Ward, naturalist/educator, will present a slideshow on mammals common to New England followed by a hands-on sharing of related nature findings. Dawn Marvin Ward...

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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: Nature, Lecture with Slides
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 59
Event Details:

Dawn Marvin Ward, naturalist/educator, will present a slideshow on mammals common to New England followed by a hands-on sharing of related nature findings.

Image reads "Collage Workshop for Kids" and includes cutout images of random things, including scissors, a cat, an eyeball, and a swan.

Collage Workshop for Kids

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School Age Children (8-11)
Event Details:

Cut and paste your way to a unique piece of art! We’ll have old magazines, discarded books, pre-cut pictures, and plenty of examples to inspire.

Registration
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Small + Large Program Room
Age Group: School Age Children (8-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Cut and paste your way to a unique piece of art! We’ll have old magazines, discarded books, pre-cut pictures, and plenty of examples to inspire.

Disclaimer(s)

Drop-Off Program

This program is designed for children only. Please plan to drop off your child and pick them up at the conclusion of the program. 

Switch gaming with Mario, Pikachu, and pacman on a blue background.

Switch Gaming

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens (12-18)
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 Regist...

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.  

"baby and toddler time"

Baby & Toddler Time

Friday, July 19, 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.

Knitting notions

Knitting Group

Monday, July 22, 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, July 22, 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, July 22, 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, July 23, 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.

Woman with Loki headgear

Cosplay character & costume building with Eldritch Arts

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
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.  Eldr...

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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

Chess Club Poster

Chess Club

Tuesday, July 23, 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 24, 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.

Image shows Jim, a white man wearing a fedora, with his head sticking out of a giant green balloon. Image features a Massachusetts Cultural Council logo and reads "Minecraft Madness with Jungle Jim"

Minecraft Madness with Jungle Jim

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Performance
Age Group:
Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13)
Event Details:

Dive into a magical wonderland with Jungle Jim's Minecraft Madness! This action-packed 45-minute show will transport young readers into the enchanting universe of Minecraft. From t...

Registration
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: STEAM, Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 65
Event Details:

Dive into a magical wonderland with Jungle Jim's Minecraft Madness! This action-packed 45-minute show will transport young readers into the enchanting universe of Minecraft.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Learn to Cross Stitch

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12-18)
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 ins...

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.  

COA/Library Meeting

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room at Athol Public Library
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Conference Room

Grain Bag Totes Drop-In Craft with LaunchSpace

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Join LaunchSpace for some drop-in maker fun! At LaunchSpace we are all about beautiful and functional projects made sustainably! Join our makers for three pop up events at the A...

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!

"baby and toddler time"

Baby & Toddler Time

Friday, July 26, 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.

Friday Teen Hang Outs

Friday, July 26, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Space at Athol Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Teens (12-18)
Event Details:

Drop by the Teen Space for a relaxed hang out time. Munch on snacks, play party games, chat, and chill with others. No registration required. Open to teens ages 12-18.

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

Drop by the Teen Space for a relaxed hang out time. Munch on snacks, play party games, chat, and chill with others.

No registration required. Open to teens ages 12-18.

two cartoon children petting a Hunter, a black lab

Paws to Read (no registration!)

Friday, July 26, 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.

Knitting notions

Knitting Group

Monday, July 29, 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.