This event is in the "Everyone (0-120)" group Cosplay Contest Sign Up 10:00am–12:45pm Everyone (0-120) Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone (0-120)" group Oct 17 2026 Sat Cosplay Contest Sign Up 10:00am–12:45pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Everyone (0-120) Event Details: Part of Comic Book Fest 2026!Cosplayers of every age are invited to show off their craftsmanship and fandom in our Third Annual Cosplay Contest! There will be cash prizes.
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 This event is in the "Everyone (0-120)" group Comic Book Fest 10:00am–3:00pm Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+), Everyone (0-120) Arts & Crafts, Demonstration and Discussion, Games, Performance, Reading & Book Signing Offsite Event 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 This event is in the "Everyone (0-120)" group Oct 17 2026 Sat Comic Book Fest 10:00am–3:00pm Arts & Crafts, Demonstration and Discussion, Games, Performance, Reading & Book Signing Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+), Everyone (0-120) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Demonstration and Discussion, Games, Performance, Reading & Book Signing Event Details: The Athol Public Library and Hero Shack Press are teaming up to host the fifth annual Comic Book Fest. The Athol Town Hall will be transformed into a comic book lover’s dream.
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 Oct 16 2026 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 Fourth Annual Cosplay Contest 1:00pm–2:00pm Everyone (0-120) Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone (0-120)" group Oct 17 2026 Sat Fourth Annual Cosplay Contest 1:00pm–2:00pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Everyone (0-120) Event Details: You are invited to compete in our 2026 Cosplay Contest, part of the Fifth Annual Comic Book Fest, presented by Hero Shack Press and the Athol Public Library!
This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group VOC's Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club 3:30pm–5:00pm Teens (12-18) This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group Oct 13 2026 Tue VOC's Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club 3:30pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Teen Space Age Group: Teens (12-18) Event Details: Are you ready for a new adventure? Disclaimer(s) Teens Only This program is designed for teens only.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Book discussion: A mystery, thriller, or ghost story 5:00pm–6:00pm Adults (18+) Book Club This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Oct 15 2026 Thu Book discussion: A mystery, thriller, or ghost story 5:00pm–6:00pm Book Club Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults (18+) Program Type: Book Club Event Details: Everyone's invited to this Choose-Your-Own-Book discussion group, sponsored by the Mass Center for the Book.
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 Oct 13 2026 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.
