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Teen Movie: Wicked

4:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens (12-18)
Movie
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Teens ages 12-18 are invited to join us in the Teen Space to watch the recently released hit musical Wicked.

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.  

Artist Reception

6:00pm - 7:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Conference Room

Artist Reception

6:00pm - 7:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Conference Room

Mystery Discussion

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults (18+)
Book Club
Register Now
Registration
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.

Chess Club

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Young Children (5-7), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Club, Games
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. 

Virtual Job Search Help

9:30am - 10:30am
Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Virtual/Online Event
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Age Group: Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Virtual/Online Event
Event Details:

Job Search Help:  The Solution Job Search Strategy with Matthew Sorenson

Wednesday, February 12 
9:30—10:30 AM

Online

Story Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5)
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.

Teen: Random Acts of Kindness Project

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens (12-18)
Arts & Crafts
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. 

Enroll in SNAP and Fuel Assistance

9:30am - 11:00am
Everyone (0-120)
Other
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone (0-120)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

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

LifePath Information Session

9:30am - 11:00am
Register Now
Registration
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Library Lobby
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

LifePath is coming to Athol Library! Beginning in January, every month from 9:30-11:00am (First Thursday of the Month) a LifePath team will be on site in the Athol Library Conference Room to help answer questions about the

Baby & Toddler Time

11:00am - 11:45am
Babies (0-3)
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 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.

Embrace Technology Group #4

10:00am - 11:30am
Adults (18+)
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
Closing
Branches:
Athol Public Library

Knitting Group

1:00pm - 3:00pm
School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+), Everyone (0-120)
Arts & Crafts
Cancelled
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Tables Between the Study Rooms
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.

LEGO Club

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11)
Club, STEAM
Cancelled
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.

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
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.

Let's Get Started - Free Y Exercise Class

10:00am - 11:00am
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Large Program Room

Process Art for Kids and Teens

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18)
Arts & Crafts
Register Now
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), Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
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.

Athol Historical Commission meeting

5:45pm - 6:45pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Conference Room

Chess Club

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Young Children (5-7), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)
Club, Games
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. 

Color Chaos

All Day
Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11)
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.

Story Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5)
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.

Dungeons and Dragons for Grown-Ups!

3:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults (18+)
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

4:00pm - 5:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Athol Public Library
Room: Large Program Room