This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. Embrace Technology Group #4 Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am Conference Room at Athol Public Library Program Type: Workshop, Technology Class Age Group: Adults (18+) Embrace Technology/Office of Elder Affairs: This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. Feb 8 2025 Sat Embrace Technology Group #4 10:00am - 11:30am Workshop, Technology Class Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults (18+) Program Type: Workshop, Technology Class Embrace Technology/Office of Elder Affairs
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. Knitting Group Monday, February 10, 2025 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 ... 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. Feb 10 2025 Mon 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.
This event is in the "Young Children (5-7)" group. This event is in the "School Age Children (8-11)" group. LEGO Club Monday, February 10, 2025 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... This event is in the "Young Children (5-7)" group. This event is in the "School Age Children (8-11)" group. Feb 10 2025 Mon LEGO Club 3:30pm - 4:30pm Club, STEAM 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 Art Club Monday, February 10, 2025 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 ... This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group. Feb 10 2025 Mon 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.
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 Tuesday, February 11, 2025 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 ... 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. Feb 11 2025 Tue Story Walk 9:30am - 3:00pm Story Walk 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.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. Mystery Discussion Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Large Program Room at Athol Public Library Program Type: Book Club Age Group: Adults (18+) Mystery Discussion: Join us on the second Tuesday of the month at 6:00 to discuss our latest mystery read! Event Details: 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 ... Register Now Registration This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. Feb 11 2025 Tue Mystery Discussion 6:00pm - 7:00pm Book Club Register Now Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Large Program Room Age Group: Adults (18+) Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Seats Remaining: 35 Mystery Discussion Join us on the second Tuesday of the month at 6:00 to discuss our latest mystery read! Event Details: 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.
This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5)" group. Story Time Wednesday, February 12, 2025 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... This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5)" group. Feb 12 2025 Wed Story Time 10:30am - 11:00am Early Literacy, Storytime 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 "Babies (0-3)" group. Baby & Toddler Time Friday, February 14, 2025 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... This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group. Feb 14 2025 Fri Baby & Toddler Time 11:00am - 11:45am Early Literacy, Playgroup 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.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. Embrace Technology Group #4 Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am Conference Room at Athol Public Library Program Type: Workshop, Technology Class Age Group: Adults (18+) Embrace Technology/Office of Elder Affairs: This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. Feb 15 2025 Sat Embrace Technology Group #4 10:00am - 11:30am Workshop, Technology Class Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults (18+) Program Type: Workshop, Technology Class Embrace Technology/Office of Elder Affairs
Library Closed All Day Athol Public Library Closing Feb 17 2025 Mon Closing Library Closed All Day Branches: Athol Public Library
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. Knitting Group Monday, February 17, 2025 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 ... 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. Feb 17 2025 Mon 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.
This event is in the "Young Children (5-7)" group. This event is in the "School Age Children (8-11)" group. LEGO Club Monday, February 17, 2025 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... This event is in the "Young Children (5-7)" group. This event is in the "School Age Children (8-11)" group. Feb 17 2025 Mon LEGO Club 3:30pm - 4:30pm Club, STEAM 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 "Tweens (10-13)" group. This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group. Alphabet & Allies: an LGBTQIA+ Tween Group Monday, February 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Off Site Program Type: Club Age Group: Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18) Event Details: Kids ages 9-18 are invited to Alphabet & Allies, a new club for LGBTQIA+ tweens and tween allies, created in collaboration with Valuing Our Children. This will meet at the same... Offsite Event This event is in the "Tweens (10-13)" group. This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group. Feb 17 2025 Mon Alphabet & Allies: an LGBTQIA+ Tween Group 5:00pm - 6:00pm Club Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18) Program Type: Club Event Details: Kids ages 9-18 are invited to Alphabet & Allies, a new club for LGBTQIA+ tweens and tween allies, created in collaboration with Valuing Our Children. 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 "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 Tuesday, February 18, 2025 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 ... 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. Feb 18 2025 Tue Story Walk 9:30am - 3:00pm Story Walk 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.
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. Process Art for Kids and Teens Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11) Event Details: Process Art is a creative free-for-all! Rather than follow along with directions to make a specific craft, participants are free to simply create whatever they like! We'll have tab... Register Now Registration 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. Feb 18 2025 Tue Process Art for Kids and Teens 3:00pm - 4:00pm Arts & Crafts Register Now Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Small + Large Program Room Age Group: Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Process Art is a creative free-for-all! Rather than follow along with directions to make a specific craft, participants are free to simply create whatever they like! 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 "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. Color Chaos All Day Children's Room at Athol Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11) Event Details: The Children's Room will be full of cool things to color, including exclusive coloring pages, large drawing pages, and a giant fabric poster we'll use for decoration after! Stop by... 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. Feb 19 2025 Wed Color Chaos All Day Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Children's Room Age Group: Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: The Children's Room will be full of cool things to color, including exclusive coloring pages, large drawing pages, and a giant fabric poster we'll use for decoration after! Stop by any time to color and create.
This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5)" group. Story Time Wednesday, February 19, 2025 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... This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5)" group. Feb 19 2025 Wed Story Time 10:30am - 11:00am Early Literacy, Storytime 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. Dungeons and Dragons for Grown-Ups! Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm Conference Room at Athol Public Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Adults (18+) Event Details: D&D for grown-ups returns! For information and to get in on the game, contact Joe McNamara: joemichaelmcnamara@yahoo.com This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. Feb 19 2025 Wed Dungeons and Dragons for Grown-Ups! 3:00pm - 6:00pm Games Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults (18+) Program Type: Games Event Details: D&D for grown-ups returns! For information and to get in on the game, contact Joe McNamara: joemichaelmcnamara@yahoo.com
Library Trustees Meeting Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Large Program Room at Athol Public Library Feb 19 2025 Wed Library Trustees Meeting 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 "Teens (12-18)" group. Switch Gaming Thursday, February 20, 2025 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... This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group. Feb 20 2025 Thu Switch Gaming 3:30pm - 5:00pm Games 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.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. Book Discussion: 2025 MA Center for the Book Reading Challenge Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm Conference Room at Athol Public Library Program Type: Club, Book Club Age Group: Adults (18+) Event Details: 12 Months 12 Books - Of your choosing! The Massachusetts Center for the Book will suggest a theme for each month - Read what you like and come see us on the Third Thursday and t... Register Now Registration This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. Feb 20 2025 Thu Book Discussion: 2025 MA Center for the Book Reading Challenge 5:00pm - 5:45pm Club, Book Club Register Now Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults (18+) Program Type: Club, Book Club Registration Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: 12 Months 12 Books - Of your choosing! The Massachusetts Center for the Book will suggest a theme for each month - Read what you like and come see us on the Third Thursday and tell us all about it.
This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group. Baby & Toddler Time Friday, February 21, 2025 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... This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group. Feb 21 2025 Fri Baby & Toddler Time 11:00am - 11:45am Early Literacy, Playgroup 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.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. Embrace Technology Group #4 Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am Conference Room at Athol Public Library Program Type: Workshop, Technology Class Age Group: Adults (18+) Embrace Technology/Office of Elder Affairs: This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. Feb 22 2025 Sat Embrace Technology Group #4 10:00am - 11:30am Workshop, Technology Class Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults (18+) Program Type: Workshop, Technology Class Embrace Technology/Office of Elder Affairs
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. Booked for Lunch Monday, February 24, 2025 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... Register Now Registration This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. Feb 24 2025 Mon Booked for Lunch 12:00pm - 1:00pm Hybrid In-Person and Online, Book Club Register Now 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: 15 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. Disclaimer(s) Adults This program is restricted to participants 18 years of age or older.
