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Featured Events

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Stained Glass Mushroom Night Light with LaunchSpace

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

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Arts & Crafts, Workshop

Age Group:

Adults (18+)

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Small + Large Program Room

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop

Registration Required

Event Details:

This will be a beginner friendly introduction to stained glass. Students will take two cut pieces of glass, foil wrap, and solder them together to create a mushroom.

Eyes on Freedom audio documentary

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Presentation Followed by Conversation, Storytelling

Age Group:

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

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

Event Details:

We will listen together and have conversation & pizza, graciously provided by the Klines.

November: A cookbook or a book about food

Book Discussion: A cookbook or book about food.

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Club, Book Club

Age Group:

Adults (18+)

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Small + Large Program Room

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Club, Book Club

Registration Required

Event Details:

12 Books in 12 Months

The Athol Public Library is participating in the Massachusetts Center for the Book’s 2025 Adult Reading Challenge!

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North Quabbin Tree Climbers Genealogy Group

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm

Archives Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

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, December 3, 2025 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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Allen Young: From the Octagon: People. Places. News. Views

Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Author Visit and Book Discussion, Presentation Followed by Conversation

Age Group:

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

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Small + Large Program Room

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

Program Type: Author Visit and Book Discussion, Presentation Followed by Conversation

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us as we welcome Allen Young for an author visit and reading of excerpts from his new book.

Free and open to the public. Registration required.

The Athol Daily News says:

Learn about FREE College

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Library Lobby at Athol Public Library

Age Group:

Adults (18+)

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Library Lobby

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Event Details:

Representatives from MWCC will be in our lobby to share information about how you can attend college for free. Please drop in!

Preschool Playdate

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Playgroup

Age Group:

Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5)

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Small + Large Program Room

Age Group: Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5)

Program Type: Playgroup

Event Details:

Bring your preschooler to the library for an hour of free play! The program room will have fun things to play with, like the special toys we use for Baby & Toddler Time, a tent, a play tunnel and more!

Book Discussion: Another book by an author you’ve already read

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Conference Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Club, Book Club

Age Group:

Adults (18+)

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Conference Room

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Club, Book Club

Registration Required

Event Details:

NEW BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP FOR 2025

12 Months 12 Books - Of your choosing!

Book Discussion. Another book by an author you’ve already read

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Club, Book Club

Age Group:

Adults (18+)

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Small + Large Program Room

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Club, Book Club

Registration Required

Event Details:

NEW BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP FOR 2025

12 Months 12 Books - Of your choosing!

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Time	Mon (3/27)	Tue (3/28)	Wed (3/29)	Thu (3/30)	Fri (3/31)
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 "School Age Children (8-11)" 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), 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 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), 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.
10 am			This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5)" group Special Story Time with Paddles the Rat 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.	AOTV set up 10:30am–11:30am Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Small + Large Program Room
11 am					This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group Baby & Toddler Time 11:00am–11:45am Babies (0-3) Early Literacy, Playgroup This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group 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 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.
12 pm	This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Booked for Lunch 12:00pm–1:00pm Adults (18+) Hybrid In-Person and Online, Book Club Program Full Registration Required This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Program Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults (18+) Program Type: Hybrid In-Person and Online, Book Club Registration Required Event Details: 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 4 to 6 weeks before the program at the adult circulation desk. Digital editions are also available for download on Libby or Overdrive. Registration is not required but is necessary to receive the Zoom link. Drop-ins are always welcome. Register online, call or email Robin at Rbrzozowski@cwmars.org. This month we will be discussing Nothing to See Here by Kevin Wilson. Disclaimer(s) Adults This program is restricted to participants 18 years of age or older.			Quabbin Food Connector Cooking Demo and AOTV taping 12:30pm–2:00pm Program Full Registration Required Program Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Small + Large Program Room Registration Required Event Details: Protein Bundles for Healthy Eating Funded through the Community Foundation of No. Central MA (A Block Grant for Food Access in Partnership with Quabbin Food Connector, Quabbin Harvest and Valuing Our Children)
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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. Reservation Athol Historical Commission meeting 3:30pm–5:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Conference Room
4 pm	This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group Teen Art Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens (12-18) Arts & Crafts, 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: Teen Space Age Group: Teens (12-18) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Club Event Details: 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! Disclaimer(s) Teens Only This program is designed for teens only.			This event is in the "Tweens (10-13)" group This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group Pokémon BINGO 4:00pm–5:00pm Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18) Games Program Full Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens (10-13)" group This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" 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: Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18) Program Type: Games Registration Required Event Details: It’s a party classic with a twist! Come play Pokémon-themed BINGO! Have fun while testing your Pokémon knowledge. Every player goes home with a prize! 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. Late Arrival This program has a limited amount of supplies and registration seats. If you are not present within the first 15-minutes of the program, your spot may be given to someone else.
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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