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"Teen Volunteer Opportunity" In bold letters outlined in a dark pink. An illustration group of people holding hearts is above the title.

Teen Volunteer Opportunity: Cards for the Community

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Teen Space at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teens (12-18)

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Teen Space

Age Group: Teens (12-18)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

Join us at the Athol Public Library's Teen Space to earn volunteer hours and spread joy in our community. We'll working together to create greeting cards and notes for local senior citizens. Our goal is to make over 100 cards this month.

Scavenger Hunt BINGO

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 9:30am - 5:30pm

Library Second Floor at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Games

Age Group:

Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+)

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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: Games

Event Details:

Follow clues to find locations all around the library. As you go check off items on your BINGO card. Work as a group or go solo. Bring your BINGO card back to the main circulation desk to redeem them for prizes.

Mask Making Workshop

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Workshop

Age Group:

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

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Small + Large Program Room

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

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop

Registration Required

Event Details:

Whether you want to make a mask for cosplay, Halloween, or just for fun, the library has got you covered! In this program, you will choose from a variety of mask bases to decorate.

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Friends of APL Annual Meeting & Program

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Local History

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: Local History

Registration Required

Event Details:

Celebrate the 45th Birthday of the Friends of the Library at our Annual Membership Meeting and Program.

5:30-6:00 - Mingle, catch up, and join the Friends if you're not already a member.

"Jeopardy" title in white font on blue and orange background. Three young people are standing at game show podiums below.

Teen Jeopardy

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Teen Space at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Games, STEAM

Age Group:

Teens (12-18)

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Teen Space

Age Group: Teens (12-18)

Program Type: Games, STEAM

Event Details:

Can you beat the competition and score the most points? Test your knowledge of snacks, games, anime, books, music, and more with a jeopardy style quiz game.

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North Quabbin Tree Climbers Genealogy Group

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 7:00pm - 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

Event Details:

Join us!

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Tween & Teen: Dungeons and Dragons Club

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Conference Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Club, Games

Age Group:

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

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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.

Golden Age of Silent Films with Richard Hughes

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Small + Large Program Room at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Performance, Other, Movie

Age Group:

Adults (18+)

Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Small + Large Program Room

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Performance, Other, Movie

Registration Required

Event Details:

Go back to the age of silent film at the Athol Public Library at 568 Main Street, Athol, on Thursday, May 7 from 5:30 – 7:00p.m., where we will experience Richard Hughes for The Golden Age of Silent Film!

Title "Teen Manga Book Club" above anime style close up of girls eyes, only the eyes are colored.

Teen Manga Book Club: Shadows House

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Teen Space at Athol Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Teens (12-18)

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Library Branch: Athol Public Library

Room: Teen Space

Age Group: Teens (12-18)

Program Type: Book Club

Event Details:

Try out our most requested club for teens, Manga Book Club! Come together to talk about manga.

Graphic Novel Club: Warriors: The Prophecy Begins

Thursday, May 14, 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.

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Time	Mon (4/20)	Tue (4/21)	Wed (4/22)	Thu (4/23)	Fri (4/24)
9 am				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 Scavenger Hunt BINGO 9:30am–5:30pm Young Children (5-7), School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+) 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 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: Games Event Details: Follow clues to find locations all around the library. As you go check off items on your BINGO card. Work as a group or go solo. Bring your BINGO card back to the main circulation desk to redeem them for prizes. Disclaimer(s) Teens Only This program is designed for teens only.
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12 pm					This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group Athol Mini Game Con: Teen Anime 5E 12:00pm–3:00pm Teens (12-18) Games, STEAM Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group Register Now Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Teen Space Age Group: Teens (12-18) Program Type: Games, STEAM Registration Required Event Details: As part of 2026 Mini Game Con, Malcom will be leading an anime inspired RPG for teens at the library. Teens ages 12-18 are invited to sign up for a special Anime 5E one shot. Use standard Dungeons and Dragons in an anime inspired world. Disclaimer(s) Teens Only This program is designed for teens only.
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–3:00pm 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: Conference 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.				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 Athol Mini Game Con: Games Galore 1:00pm–5:00pm School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+) Games 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 Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Small + Large Program Room Age Group: School Age Children (8-11), Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18), Adults (18+) Program Type: Games Event Details: We'll be playing all sorts of games in the library's program room, from 1pm to 4:45pm. Drop by to try out new and classic board games and card games including UNO, Clue, Exploding Kittens, Battle Sheep, Sleeping Queens, and more!
2 pm
3 pm		This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group Teen Volunteer Opportunity: Cards for the Community 3:30pm–5:30pm Teens (12-18) Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Teen Space Age Group: Teens (12-18) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us at the Athol Public Library's Teen Space to earn volunteer hours and spread joy in our community. We'll working together to create greeting cards and notes for local senior citizens. Our goal is to make over 100 cards this month. Disclaimer(s) Teens Only This program is designed for teens only.	This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group Teen Scavenger Hunt BINGO 3:00pm–5:00pm Teens (12-18) Games This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Teen Space Age Group: Teens (12-18) Program Type: Games Event Details: Follow clues to find locations around the library and check off items on your BINGO card. Bring your BINGO cards back to the Teen Space to redeem them for prizes. 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 Mask Making Workshop 3:30pm–5:00pm Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18) Arts & Crafts, Workshop Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens (10-13)" group This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group Register Now Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Small + Large Program Room Age Group: Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: Whether you want to make a mask for cosplay, Halloween, or just for fun, the library has got you covered! In this program, you will choose from a variety of mask bases to decorate. 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. Drop-Off Program This program is designed for children only. Please plan to drop off your child and pick them up at the conclusion of the program.
4 pm
5 pm	This event is in the "Tweens (10-13)" group This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group Cancelled Alphabet & Allies: an LGBTQIA+ Tween Group 5:00pm–6:00pm Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18) Club This event is in the "Tweens (10-13)" group This event is in the "Teens (12-18)" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Athol Public Library Room: Teen Space Age Group: Tweens (10-13), Teens (12-18) Program Type: Club Event Details: Kids ages 9-18 are invited to Alphabet & Allies, a club for LGBTQIA+ kids and allies, created in collaboration with Valuing Our Children. 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. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
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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