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Reception for Wabi-Sabi Woods: Art by Amy Newland

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Conference Room at Athol Public Library

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Reception

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Conference Room

Program Type: Reception

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Wabi-Sabi Woods
an exhibition by Amy Newland
in the library’s Conference Room during January and February

Stylized family tree in brown, green, and purple

North Quabbin Tree Climbers Genealogy Group

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm

Archives Room at Athol Public Library

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Local History

Age Group:

Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Archives Room

Age Group: Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)

Program Type: Local History

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Join us!

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Tween & Teen: Dungeons and Dragons Club

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Conference Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Club, Games

Age Group:

Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18)

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Conference Room

Age Group: Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18)

Program Type: Club, Games

Registration Required

Event Details:

Looking for adventure and excitement? Join our Dungeons & Dragons Club! Whether you're a seasoned player or a beginner, our club welcomes all adventurers ages 10-18.

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Virtual: Love and Loss After Wounded Knee -- A Biography of an Extraordinary Interracial Marriage

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Athol Public Library

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Online Event, Virtual/Online Event

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Program Type: Online Event, Virtual/Online Event

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Author Julie Dobrow will discuss her new book, Love and Loss After Wounded Knee: A Biography of an Extraordinary Interracial Marriage. Like most star-crossed lovers, they cam

Learn about Mass Save

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:00pm

Library Lobby at Athol Public Library

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Library Lobby

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With freezing temperatures already here and heating costs set to rise yet again, Mass Save is looking to directly engage with residents and connect them with benefits for which they may be eligible.

Graphic Novel Club: Dog Man

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Club, Book Club

Age Group:

School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13)

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Large Program Room

Age Group: School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13)

Program Type: Club, Book Club

Registration Required

Event Details:

Graphic Novel Club is a space for graphic novel lovers to come together and talk about the books they love (or hate!). Each month, we will all read the same book and meet at the library to talk about it.

MassHire Job Fair with Aberthaw Construction Company

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm

Library Lobby at Athol Public Library

Age Group:

Everyone (0-120)

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Library Lobby

Age Group: Everyone (0-120)

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MassHire and Aberthaw are recruiting staff for over 70 contractors to work on the Residence at the Park - Turning Ellen Bigelow and Riverbend Schools into apartments.

Drop-ins are welcome!

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Virtual: Superspy Science: Science, Death & Tech in the World of James Bond

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Online Event, Virtual/Online Event

Age Group:

Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Age Group: Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)

Program Type: Online Event, Virtual/Online Event

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The adventures of James Bond have thrilled and delighted readers since Ian Fleming’s novel Casino Royale was published in 1953, and when the movie of Dr No was released in

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Virtual: Poisoning The Well -- How Forever Chemicals Contaminated America

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Athol Public Library

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Online Event, Virtual/Online Event

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Program Type: Online Event, Virtual/Online Event

Event Details:

**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email.**

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Book Discussion: Any book about or set in winter

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Conference Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults (18+)

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Conference Room

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Book Club

Registration Required

Event Details:

Everyone's invited to this Choose-Your-Own-Book discussion group, sponsored by the Mass Center for the Book.

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9 am		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 "Tweens (10-13)" group This event is in the "Everyone (0-120)" group Story Walk 9:30am–3:00pm Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), Tweens (10-13), 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 "Tweens (10-13)" group This event is in the "Everyone (0-120)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Library Park Butterfly Boulders Age Group: Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), Tweens (10-13), 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.
10 am			This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5)" group Story Time 10:30am–11:00am Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5) Early Literacy, Storytime Program Full Registration Required This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5)" group Program Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Small + Large Program Room Age Group: Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5) Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime Registration Required Event Details: 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). We respectfully request that you wear a mask for the duration of the program, to protect our smallest patrons, who cannot be vaccinated and often cannot wear masks. 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.
11 am				This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group Cancelled Baby & Toddler Time 11:00am–11:45am Babies (0-3) Early Literacy, Playgroup Program Full Registration Required This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group Cancelled Program Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Small + Large Program Room Age Group: Babies (0-3) Program Type: Early Literacy, Playgroup Registration Required 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.
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3 pm	This event is in the "Young Children (5-7)" group LEGO Club 3:30pm–4:30pm Young Children (5-7) Club, STEAM Program Full Registration Required This event is in the "Young Children (5-7)" group Program Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Small + Large Program Room Age Group: Young Children (5-7) Program Type: Club, STEAM Registration Required Event Details: LEGO Club is for building creations and connections! Each kid will be given a small box of LEGOs to build with. Their creations will then go on display in the Children's Room until the following 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.
4 pm		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 Paws to Read 4:00pm–5:00pm Young Children (5-7), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18) Paws to Read 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Small Program Room Age Group: Young Children (5-7), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18) Program Type: Paws to Read Paws to Read Our friend, Hunter the Therapy Dog, and his human, Amanda, visit the library every month to help kids practice reading! Therapy dogs provide a safe, nonjudgmental presence for emergent readers to read aloud. Call the library to sign up for a 15-minute time slot to read to Hunter. 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.	Reservation Trustees meeting 4:00pm–6:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Conference Room
5 pm		This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group ATAC 5:00pm–6:15pm Teens (12-18) Club This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Large Program Room Age Group: Teens (12-18) Program Type: Club ATAC Want to be more involved in the library? Teens ages 12-18 are invited to apply to join ATAC: the Athol Teen Advisory Council! The teen leadership group works with Emily, the teen specialist, to bring new ideas and projects to the library. Teens who are interested in participating can pick up an application in the Teen Space. ATAC meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month, unless there is a conflicting holiday, from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. at the library. During Meetings Teens: help plan teen programs like scavenger hunts or mini carnivals support community projects such as the local scarf bombing talk with other teens and make new friends talk about what they have been reading and help pick out new books voice their opinions on what is happening at the library earn volunteer hours If you are interested speak with Emily in the Teen Space to find out more about how to join. Disclaimer(s) Teens Only This program is designed for teens only.
6 pm		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 "Tweens (10-13)" group This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Chess Club 6:00pm–8:00pm Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), 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 "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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Library Second Floor Age Group: Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), 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.

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