Week Calendar

Name: Islands Illuminated: A Journey in Infrared Art Show Opening
Start: 2024-11-12T17:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-11-12T19:00:00-05:00
Location: Athol Public Library

Featured Events

Islands Illuminated: A Journey in Infrared Art Show Opening

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Conference Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Reception

Age Group:

Everyone (0-120)

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Conference Room

Age Group: Everyone (0-120)

Program Type: Reception

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Come meet the artist and enjoy light refreshments.

Free and open to the public.

Artist's statement:

Islands Illuminated: A Journey in Infrared

Dungeons and Dragons for Grown-Ups!

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Conference Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Games

Age Group:

Adults (18+)

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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

Pink flower made out of plastic beads in terracotta pot.

Teen Crafternoon: Potted Pixel Plants

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Teen Space at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teens (12-18)

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Teen Space

Age Group: Teens (12-18)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 11

Teen Crafternoons

On the second Wednesday of the month, drop by the Teen Space at 3:30 pm for a laid-back craft. Each month there will be a new craft to learn and enjoy. Attend them all or just your favorites.

Event Details:

You don’t need any sun or water to keep this plant happy! Join us to Use fuse beads to make a pixelated flower and plant it in a terracotta pot.

Open to ages 12-18. Limited supplies available. Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Teens Only

This program is designed for teens only.

STEM Play: Dino Tar Pit

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

STEAM

Age Group:

School Age Children (8-11)

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Small + Large Program Room

Age Group: School Age Children (8-11)

Program Type: STEAM

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 12

Event Details:

Part science education, part playtime, in this program we will make a sticky slime to mimic tar pits!

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.

Caregivers Welcome

Children ages 7-11 can attend this program with or without an adult. Please be mindful of your child’s needs and abilities when deciding whether or not to accompany them.

The Dickens You Say!

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Performance

Age Group:

Adults (18+)

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Small + Large Program Room

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Performance

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 0

Event Details:

Delvena Theatre Company Presents: The Dickens You Say! Charles Dickens wrote some of the most powerful, imaginative and adored novels of all time.

Dungeons and Dragons for Grown-Ups!

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Conference Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Games

Age Group:

Adults (18+)

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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

Artful Stitches

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm

Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

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: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 5

Event Details:

In this mending workshop, join textile artist and mender Percival Burch for step-by-step guidance in the art of mending by hand.

Booked for Lunch

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Conference Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Hybrid In-Person and Online, Book Club

Age Group:

Adults (18+)

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: 14

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.

Event Details:

This month we will be reading Mr. Dickens and His Carol by Samantha Silva.

Disclaimer(s)

Adults

This program is restricted to participants 18 years of age or older.

Exploring the Unseen:” The Art and Science of Digital Photography

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Conference Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Presentation Followed by Conversation

Age Group:

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

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Conference Room

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

Program Type: Presentation Followed by Conversation

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 25

Event Details:

Exploring the Unseen:” The Art and Science of Digital Photography
with photographer Guy Biechele

Stylized family tree in brown, green, and purple

North Quabbin Tree Climbers Genealogy Group

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 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+)

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

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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 "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		Reservation Free Exercise Class for Older Adults 10:00am - 11:00am This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Large Program Room Purpose of Meeting The Athol Area Y is bringing their introductory "Let's Get Started" exercise class to the library.	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 This event is in the "Babies (0-3)" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5)" 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), 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.
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 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 Seats Remaining: 14 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. Event Details: This month we will be discussing The Woman with the Cure by Lynn Cullen. Disclaimer(s) Adults This program is restricted to participants 18 years of age or older.
1 pm	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 1:00pm - 2:00pm School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+), Everyone (0-120) Arts & Crafts 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. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Large Program 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.
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3 pm	This event is in the "Young Children (5-7)" group. This event is in the "School Age Children (8-11)" group. 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. 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), 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.
4 pm			This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group. Banned Book Bingo 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teens (12-18) Games Program Full Registration 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: Teen Space Age Group: Teens (12-18) Program Type: Games Registration Required Seats Remaining: 11 Event Details: Every year the library celebrates Banned Books Week. The whole book community gets involved in sharing support for the freedom to seek and to express ideas, even those some consider unorthodox or unpopular. 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 "Tweens (10-13)" group. This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group. Paws to Read (no registration!) 4:00pm - 5:00pm Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18) Paws to Read 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 "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: Children's Room Age Group: Babies (0-3), Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18) Program Type: Paws to Read Event Details: Hunter the therapy dog visits the library monthly to help kids practice reading. This month, we're having a special drop-in program where kids can visit with Hunter--no registration needed! 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.
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 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. Meet the Artist - Dede Keach 5:30pm - 6:30pm Reception Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Conference Room Program Type: Reception Event Details: Please join us for light refreshments and informal conversation with the artist Dede Keach. Free and open to the public.		This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. Embrace Technology Group #3 5:00pm - 6:30pm Adults (18+) Workshop, Technology Class 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: Conference Room Age Group: Adults (18+) Program Type: Workshop, Technology Class Embrace Technology/Office of Elder Affairs
6 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. This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. 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. 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), 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 "Teens (12-18)" group. This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. JA McIntosh Book Launch: Swift River Secrets 6:00pm - 7:30pm Teens (12-18), Adults (18+) Author Visit and Book Discussion Program Full Registration This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group. 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: Small + Large Program Room Age Group: Teens (12-18), Adults (18+) Program Type: Author Visit and Book Discussion Registration Required Seats Remaining: 38 Event Details: Swift River Secrets is a modern mystery with its roots in the Depression-era creation of the Quabbin Reservoir in Massachusetts.

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Story Time

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