This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. Oct 16 2025 Thu Book Discussion: 2025 MA Center for the Book Reading Challenge 5:00pm - 5:45pm Adults (18+) Club, Book Club Register Now Registration This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. Oct 16 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: NEW BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP FOR 202512 Months 12 Books - Of your choosing!
This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group. Oct 17 2025 Fri Baby & Toddler Time 11:00am - 11:45am Babies (0-3) Early Literacy, Playgroup This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group. Oct 17 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 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.
This event is in the "Everyone (0-120)" group. Oct 18 2025 Sat Comic Book Fest 10:00am - 3:00pm Everyone (0-120) Arts & Crafts, Demonstration and Discussion, Games, Panel Discussion Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone (0-120)" group. Oct 18 2025 Sat Comic Book Fest 10:00am - 3:00pm Arts & Crafts, Demonstration and Discussion, Games, Panel Discussion Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Everyone (0-120) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Demonstration and Discussion, Games, Panel Discussion
This event is in the "Young Children (5-7)" group. This event is in the "School Age Children (8-11)" group. Oct 20 2025 Mon LEGO Club 3:30pm - 4:30pm Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11) Club, STEAM This event is in the "Young Children (5-7)" group. This event is in the "School Age Children (8-11)" group. Oct 20 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. Oct 20 2025 Mon Alphabet & Allies: an LGBTQIA+ Tween Group 5:00pm - 6:00pm Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18) Club Offsite Event This event is in the "Tweens (10-13)" group. This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group. Oct 20 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: This month's meeting will be held here at the library! 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. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
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. Oct 21 2025 Tue 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. Oct 21 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 "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. Oct 21 2025 Tue 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. Oct 21 2025 Tue Chess Club 6:00pm - 8:00pm 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.
This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5)" group. Oct 22 2025 Wed 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. Oct 22 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 "Teens (12-18)" group. This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. Oct 22 2025 Wed New Lights in the Dawnland 5:30pm - 8:30pm Teens (12-18), Adults (18+) Presentation Followed by Conversation, Storytelling Register Now Registration This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group. This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. Oct 22 2025 Wed New Lights in the Dawnland 5:30pm - 8:30pm Presentation Followed by Conversation, Storytelling Register Now Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Small + Large Program Room Age Group: Teens (12-18), Adults (18+) Program Type: Presentation Followed by Conversation, Storytelling Registration Required Seats Remaining: 59 Event Details: “New Lights in the Dawnland”Recorded and Produced by Michael Kline, Talking Across the Lines, Sunderland, MA We will listen together and have conversation & light refreshments.
Oct 23 2025 Thu Embrace Technology Workshop 10:00am - 11:00am Technology Class Oct 23 2025 Thu Embrace Technology Workshop 10:00am - 11:00am Technology Class Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Small + Large Program Room Program Type: Technology Class
This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group. Oct 24 2025 Fri Baby & Toddler Time 11:00am - 11:45am Babies (0-3) Early Literacy, Playgroup This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group. Oct 24 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 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.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. Oct 27 2025 Mon Booked for Lunch 12:00pm - 1:00pm Adults (18+) Hybrid In-Person and Online, Book Club Register Now Registration This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. Oct 27 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.
This event is in the "Young Children (5-7)" group. This event is in the "School Age Children (8-11)" group. Oct 27 2025 Mon LEGO Club 3:30pm - 4:30pm Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11) Club, STEAM This event is in the "Young Children (5-7)" group. This event is in the "School Age Children (8-11)" group. Oct 27 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 "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. Oct 28 2025 Tue 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. Oct 28 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 "Teens (12-18)" group. Oct 28 2025 Tue ATAC 5:00pm - 6:15pm Teens (12-18) Club This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group. Oct 28 2025 Tue ATAC 5:00pm - 6:15pm Club 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.
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. Oct 28 2025 Tue 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. Oct 28 2025 Tue Chess Club 6:00pm - 8:00pm 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.
This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5)" group. Oct 29 2025 Wed 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. Oct 29 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 "Teens (12-18)" group. This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. Oct 30 2025 Thu Beginning Rug Braiding with Launchspace 5:30pm - 6:30pm Teens (12-18), Adults (18+) Arts & Crafts, Workshop This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group. This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. Oct 30 2025 Thu Beginning Rug Braiding with Launchspace 5:30pm - 6:30pm Arts & Crafts, Workshop Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Small + Large Program Room Age Group: Teens (12-18), Adults (18+) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop Event Details: Learn to make a hand-braided rug!A hand-braided rug is made by sewing strips of fabric into long strands, braiding them, and sewing them together.
This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group. Oct 31 2025 Fri Baby & Toddler Time 11:00am - 11:45am Babies (0-3) Early Literacy, Playgroup This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group. Oct 31 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 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.
This event is in the "Young Children (5-7)" group. This event is in the "School Age Children (8-11)" group. Nov 3 2025 Mon LEGO Club 3:30pm - 4:30pm Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11) Club, STEAM This event is in the "Young Children (5-7)" group. This event is in the "School Age Children (8-11)" group. Nov 3 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 "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. Nov 4 2025 Tue 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. Nov 4 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 "Tweens (10-13)" group. This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group. This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. Nov 4 2025 Tue North Quabbin Tree Climbers Genealogy Group 6:00pm - 7:45pm Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+) Local History Register Now Registration 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. Nov 4 2025 Tue North Quabbin Tree Climbers Genealogy Group 6:00pm - 7:45pm Local History Register Now 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!
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. Nov 4 2025 Tue 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. Nov 4 2025 Tue Chess Club 6:00pm - 8:00pm 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.
This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5)" group. Nov 5 2025 Wed 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. Nov 5 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.
