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Name: Dungeons and Dragons for Grown-Ups!
Start: 2024-12-18T15:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-12-18T18:00:00-05:00
Location: Athol Public Library

Featured Events

Dungeons and Dragons for Grown-Ups!

Wednesday, December 18, 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

Sensory Snow

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Playgroup, STEAM

Age Group:

Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11)

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Small + Large Program Room

Age Group: Preschoolers (3-5), Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11)

Program Type: Playgroup, STEAM

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Event Details:

Using baking powder and hair conditioner, participants in this program will make fake snow to squish, fidget, and play with for an hour.

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.

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.

Tween LEGO

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Age Group:

Tweens (10-13)

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Small + Large Program Room

Age Group: Tweens (10-13)

Event Details:

Tweens ages 10-13 are invited to drop by and enjoy the library's huge collection of LEGOs. Build whatever you like or take on a special challenge to get you inspired.

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North Quabbin Tree Climbers Genealogy Group

Tuesday, January 7, 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+)

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!

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Tween & Teen: Dungeons and Dragons Club

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Conference Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Club, Games

Age Group:

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

Program Full

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Conference Room

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

Program Type: Club, Games

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 0

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.

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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LifePath Information Session

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am

Library Lobby at Athol Public Library

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Library Lobby

Event Details:

LifePath is coming to Athol Library! A LifePath team will be on site in the lobby to help answer questions about their programs. Also, there will be opportunities to sign up and volunteer with LifePath to help f

Enroll in SNAP and Fuel Assistance

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am

Conference Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Everyone (0-120)

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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

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Virtual - Historical Fiction Book Recommendations with Bestselling Author, Jane Healey

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Online Event

Age Group:

Adults (18+)

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Online Event

Event Details:

Virtual - Historical Fiction Book Recommendations with Bestselling Author, Jane Healey

Tuesday, January 14,

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Virtual: Thriller/Horror Book Recs with Bookstagrammer Jody Blanchette

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 7:30pm - 8:00pm

Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Online Event

Age Group:

Adults (18+)

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Online Event

Event Details:

Virtual - Thriller/Horror Book Recs with Bookstagrammer Jody Blanchette aka @redreadreviews

Tuesday, Januar

Dungeons and Dragons for Grown-Ups!

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 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

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Time	Mon (10/13)	Tue (10/14)	Wed (10/15)	Thu (10/16)	Fri (10/17)	Sat (10/18)
All Day	Closing Library Closed All Day Branches: Athol Public Library
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. 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. 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. 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 "Everyone (0-120)" group. 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. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Everyone (0-120) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Demonstration and Discussion, Games, Panel Discussion
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. 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.
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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. 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
5 pm				This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group. 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. 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 2025 12 Months 12 Books - Of your choosing!
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. 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.

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Virtual - Historical Fiction Book Recommendations with Bestselling Author, Jane Healey

Tuesday, January 14,

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Virtual - Thriller/Horror Book Recs with Bookstagrammer Jody Blanchette aka @redreadreviews

Tuesday, Januar

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