Athol Library News
Cosplay character & costume building with Eldritch Arts
Tuesday, July 23 at 5:00. Registration required!
June Booked For Lunch Selection
Monday, June 24 at noon: The Garden of Small Beginnings by Abbi Waxman
Be a Vendor at the Second Annual Junk in the Trunk!
Completed applications due May 6. Event takes place on Saturday, May 11.
Pot Luck: An Author Visit, Recipe Tasting, & Reading with Tinky Weisblat
NEW DATE: Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 6:00 pm
Community Visioning Session for Athol's Master Plan
Monday, April 8 at 6:00 pm at the Athol Public Library
Millers River: The Jewel of North-Central Massachusetts
Tuesday, April 23 at 6:30 pm with Chris Coyle
Teen February Vacation Week at the Library
School is out for Athol teens and we have a whole week of activities planned!
Art Exhibit: Celtic Visions by Lahri Bond, January - March 2024
Gallery Talk & Storytelling February 20 at 6:00
January Booked For Lunch Selection
Monday, January 22 @ Noon: Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by author Gabrielle Zevin
ATAC Collecting Items for Scarf Bombing
Teen council collecting cold weather items to be distributed in the community.
Richie Davis: Flights of Fancy, Souls of Grace - Reading & Book Signing
Saturday, December 2 @ 10:30. Please register!
November Booked For Lunch Selection
Monday, November 27 at Noon: The Secret Book of Flora Lea by Patti Callahan Henry
North Quabbin Tree Climbers Genealogy Group
Tuesday, November 7 at 6:00 in the library's Conference Room
October Booked For Lunch Selection
Monday, October 23 at Noon: The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson
September Booked For Lunch Selection
Monday, September 25 at noon: Take My Hand by Dolen Perkins-Valdez
Summer Eats: Free Lunch at the Library July 5 through August 3
Grab and Go 11:50 - 12:10 Monday through Thursday
Find Your Voice! Stories from the Field and Forest with the Mount Grace Land Conservation Trust
Friday, July 21 @ 6:30
Getting to Know Primary Sources at the Swift River Valley Historical Society
Saturday, July 22 from 10:30 - 12:00
Kick Off Summer Reading with a Party in the Park
Friday, June 23 from 5:30-6:30. All Ages! No registration required.
Summer Reading Kickoff with the Grumpytime Club Band!
Friday, June 23 from 5:30-6:30. All Ages! No registration!
North Quabbin Crossroads Tour: Food, Farms, Future
Saturday, May 20, 10:00 - 4:00 pm. Various locations around the North Quabbin.
Office Hours with Senator Jo Comerford’s Team
Friday, May 19 from 2:00 - 4:00
PC Doctor April 5, 2023
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Delvena Theatre Company Presents: Bon Appetit, Julia!
Thursday, April 13 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm. Registration required!
March Booked For Lunch Selection
Monday, March 27, 2023 at noon: Nothing to See Here by Kevin Wilson.
February Vacation at the Library
School is out for Athol kids and we have a whole week of activities planned!
Teen February Vacation Week at the Library
School is out for Athol teens and we have a whole week of activities planned!
PC Doctor February 8, 2023
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February Booked For Lunch Selection
Monday, February 27 at noon: Three Things About Elsie by Joanna Cannon
PC Doctor January 31, 2023
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PC Doctor January 28, 2023
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PC Doctor January 17, 2023
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January Booked For Lunch Selection
Monday, January 23, 2023 at noon: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt.
Virtual Author Visit with Maureen Johnson and Jennifer Lynn Barnes
Wednesday, January 4, 2023 7:00 - 8:00 pm
ATAC Collecting Items for Scarf Bombing
Teen council collecting cold weather items to be distributed in community.
PC Doctor December 10, 2022
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PC Doctor November 30, 2022
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PC Doctor November 15, 2022
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PC Doctor November 5, 2022
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Alfred Hitchcock Master of Suspense
Saturday, November 5 from 10:30 - 11:30 am. Registration required!
PC Doctor October 22, 2022
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November Booked For Lunch Selection
Monday, November 28 at noon: Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman.
PC Doctor October 17, 2022
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PC Doctor October 11, 2022
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Comic Book Fest!
Saturday, October 1 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm at the Athol Town Hall and Athol Public Library
PC Doctor October 1, 2022
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October Booked For Lunch Selection
Monday, October 24th at noon: The Violin Conspiracy by Brendan Slocumb
One World: A Story, Song, and Hands-on Musical Instrument Experience
Thursday, September 29, 3:30 - 5:00 pm.
PC Doctor September 8, 2022
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Workshop: Nature Journaling for Everyone!
Saturday, September 10 at 10:00 am at the Alan E. Rich Park
PC Doctor August 26, 2022
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What’s Wrong with My Houseplant?
Presented by Bonnie Power, Master Gardener Thursday, September 1 at 6:30 pm
PC Doctor August 16, 2022
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PC Doctor August 9, 2022
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Nature Process Art for Littles
Thursday, August 4, 10:30 - 11:30 am. Ages 0 - 5. Registration is required!
PC Doctor July 29, 2022
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PC Doctor July 22, 2022
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Teen Programs the week of July 18 - 22nd!
Registration is required for some events. Please click the link to register.
Teen Programs the week of July 13 - 17th!
Registration is required for some events. Please click the link to register.
Teen Programs the week of July 5 - 8th!
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Children’s Puppet Story Time
Thursday, July 7, 3:00 - 3:30 pm for ages 3 - 11. Registration Required.
PC Doctor July 5, 2022
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PC Doctor June 28, 2022
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PC Doctor June 13, 2022
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Insect Safari with Professor Bugman!
Thursday, June 23, 10:30 - 11:30 am at the Alan E. Rich Environmental Park
PC Doctor June 6, 2022
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PC Doctor June 3, 2022
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PC Doctor May 23, 2022
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PC Doctor May 16, 2022
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PC Doctor May 9, 2022
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PC Doctor May 5, 2022
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Dale Monette: Secrets of the Quabbin Watershed and Friends’ Annual Meeting
Thursday, April 28 @ 7:00 pm
PC Doctor April 25, 2022
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PC Doctor April 19, 2022
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PC Doctor April 11, 2022
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National Library Week 2022 at the Athol Public Library
During National Library Week April 3-9, connect with your library!
PC Doctor April 4, 2022
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April Booked For Lunch Selection
Monday, April 25 at noon: Good Citizens Need Not Fear by Maria Reva
PC Doctor March 28, 2022
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PC Doctor March 21, 2022
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April Mystery Discussion Selection
The Cutting Season by Attica Locke on Tuesday, April 12 @ 6:00 pm.
PC Doctor March 7, 2022
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PC Doctor February 28, 2022
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Vote Now for the March Booked for Lunch Title
March’s theme is "Book to Movie/TV Series Adaptations"
March Mystery Discussion Selection
Started Early, Took My Dog by Kate Atkinson on Tuesday, March 8 @ 6:00 pm
PC Doctor February 14, 2022
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PC Doctor February 7, 2022
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February Booked for Lunch Selection
February 28 at noon: The Library of Lost and Found by Phaedra Patrick
PC Doctor January 24, 2022
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PC Doctor January 13, 2022
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Superfight! The Game of Absurd Arguments (for kids)
Monday, January 10, 1:30 - 2:30. Best for ages 7 - 11.
PC Doctor January 3, 2022
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January Mystery Book Discussion Selection
Standing In Another Man’s Grave by Ian Rankin on Tuesday, January 11, 2022 @ 6:00 pm
PC Doctor December 20, 2021
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Vote Today for January Booked For Lunch Title
The Booked for Lunch theme for January is "Strong Female Protagonist."
PC Doctor December 13, 2021
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PC Doctor December 6, 2021
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Do It Yourself Seashell Snowman Ornament Kits
Grab yours starting today! While they last! Limit: one per person or family group.
PC Doctor December 1, 2021
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Bing Crosby: King of the Christmas Crooners!
Thursday, December 9, 2021 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm. Registration required!
Calvin Coolidge in 100 Objects and 2022 Quabbin calendar signing with J. R. Greene
Tuesday, December 7 6:30 pm
PC Doctor November 18, 2021
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PC Doctor November 15, 2021
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PC Doctor November 2, 2021
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PC Doctor October 25, 2021
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PC Doctor October 18, 2021
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Good Will and Ice Cream Author Visit and Reading with Richie Davis
Wednesday, October 27, 2021 at 6:30 pm
PC Doctor October 13, 2021
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November Mystery Book Discussion!
Midnight At The Bright Ideas Bookstore by Matthew Sullivan on Tuesday, 11/9/21 @ 6:00 pm
Native Americans of New England: History, Colonial Legacies, and Survival
Wednesday, October 20 at 6:30 p.m. with Professor Christoph Strobel
PC Doctor October 4, 2021
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Booked for Lunch October Selection
The Gifted School by Bruce Holsinger, Monday, October 25 at Noon.
Professor Bugman Hands-On Learning Adventure!
Thursday, October 14 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Registration required!
Fine Arts Center: Kronos Quartet: Fifty For the Future!
Free ONLINE tickets (4) up for grabs by Friday, September 24, 2021.
What is Witchcraft? with Diane DiPietro
Thursday, October 7, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. Registration required!
Booked For Lunch!
September 27, 2021 at Noon we will be discussing The Exiles by Christina Baker Kline
October Mystery Book Discussion!
We will be discussing One By One by Ruth Ware Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.
PC Doctor September 14, 2021
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PC Doctor September 8, 2021
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Booked For Lunch September Selection
The Exiles by Christina Baker Kline, Monday, September 27 at Noon.
PC Doctor August 30, 2021
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PC Doctor August 23, 2021
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PC Doctor August 17, 2021
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PC Doctor August 9, 2021
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PC Doctor August 3, 2021
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PC Doctor July 27, 2021
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PC Doctor July 19, 2021
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PC Doctor July 12, 2021
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PC Doctor July 7, 2021
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Fairy Houses with Nina
Thursday, July 15, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm. For ages 6 - 11. Registration is required!
PC Doctor June 28, 2021
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PC Doctor June 21, 2021
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PC Doctor June 14, 2021
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Friends’ Big Book Give-Away!
Part of our big Summer Reading Kick-Off! Friday, June 18, from 11:00 - 1:00
PC Doctor June 8, 2021
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Story Time is Back and In Person starting June 2!
Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. and most Thursdays at 3:30 p.m.
PC Doctor June 1, 2021
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Did you know that the Athol Public Library lends passes to area museums and attractions?
Patrons 18 and older with library accounts in good standing may borrow them!
PC Doctor May 24, 2021
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PC Doctor May 17, 2021
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Artists’ Talk Tuesday, May 18 @ 7:00
Vital.Vibrant.Visible: Local Indigenous Identity Through Portraiture
Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with the Children’s Room!
May is Asian American/Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month!
PC Doctor May 10, 2021
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PC Doctor May 4, 2021
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Do It Yourself Zen Garden Mindfulness Kits for Adults!
Limited number of kits. Request yours starting May 1, 2021.
Vital.Vibrant.Visible: Local Indigenous Identity Through Portraiture
An online presentation to accompany the exhibit currently on view in the Conference Room.
PC Doctor April 26, 2021
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PC Doctor April 20, 2021
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Library Egg Hunt!
April 20 - 22, 2021. All ages.
PC Doctor April 12, 2021
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Make Pounded Cheese
Tuesday, April 27 at 6:30 via Zoom
Biblio’s Book Awards: Which Books Will Win?
Voting ends Sunday, April 11, 2021.
Poetry Essentials!
New Teen Take Home Kit
2021 Bookmark Contest Courtesy of 1980!
You can download and print the form on our website or pick up a hard copy at the library!
PC Doctor April 5, 2021
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Virtual Booked For Lunch: In Five Years by Rebecca Serle.
Monday, April 26 at Noon via Zoom.
National Library Week!
April 4 - 10, 2021
Story Time on Thursday Afternoons!
Wenesdays at 10:30 a.m. and Thursdays at 3:30 p.m.
Poet -Tree!
April is Poetry month!
The Pigeon Needs a Bath! Story Time!
Wednesday, March 31 @ 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. via Zoom.
Gardening Bundles!
April 1 - 29, 2021! Get a free seed packet with each bundle!
PC Doctor March 29, 2021
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Virtual Craft Night!
Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.
Do you love magazines?
CW MARS just added over 3000 emagazines!
Boredom Buster Jars
New Teen Take Home Available
PC Doctor March 23, 2021
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Story Time!
Join us on Zoom for Story Time to read two fun books about meeting in the middle!
Know what’s new in our library the minute it arrives!
Get the scoop delivered directly to your inbox with Wowbrary.
Job Fair in a Bag!
Stop by for yours today!
PC Doctor March 15, 2021
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Story Time Live: Positivity
Wednesday, March 17, at 10:30 am AND 11:30 am
Virtual Mystery Discussion
Tuesday, April 13th at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom.
Learn about Astrophotography!
Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at 7:00
PC Doctor March 8, 2021
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Story Time Live: Names
Wednesday, March 10, at 10:30 am AND 11:30 am
Don Gateau, the Three-Legged Cat of Seborga
Thursday, March 18, at 4:00 p.m.
Virtual Booked For Lunch: And They Called It Camelot by Stephanie Marie Thornton.
Monday, March 22 at noon on Zoom!
Introducing Biblio’s Book Awards!
Biblio, the library wizard, is looking for nominations for the library’s first ever Biblio’s Book Awards.
PC Doctor March 1, 2021
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Read the Rainbow
Read and Win!
New Kids’ Take-Home Kit: Shrinky Dinks Magnets
Go to the Children’s page to request one today!
Spring Bundles!
March 1 - 29, 2021!
Story Time Live: Wolves!
Wednesday, March 3, 2021 via Zoom at 10:30 and 11:30 a.m.
PC Doctor February 22, 2021
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New Kids’ Take Home Kit!
Stop by the Children’s Library to pick one up!
Virtual Mystery Discussion: The K Team by David Rosenfelt
Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at 6:00p.m. via Zoom.
Library CLOSED Monday, February 15, 2021
The library will be closed in observance of Presidents’ Day
PC Doctor February 10, 2021
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Family Activity Packs!
Looking for something to do during school vacation or on a lazy weekend? The library has you covered!
Kindness Cards!
Help the library spread kindness and joy in our community by creating a card for a stranger!
Booked for Lunch Virtual Book Discussion!
Monday, February 22, 2021 at noon. Please register via Zoom.
Library Closing at 2:00 p.m. today!
Due to the Winter Storm Warning!
PC Doctor February 1, 2021
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Feel Good February!
All age activities and events throughout the month of February!
Blind Date with a Book!
Open to teens in grades 6 - 12.
New Beanstack Challenge!
Black History Month
Romance Bundles!
Explore this popular fiction genre. Available February 1 - 25, 2021!
PC Doctor January 25, 2021
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New Materials January 22, 2021
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
#WinterRead2021 Update!
How to use your tickets for prize drawings
PC Doctor January 19, 2021
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Library CLOSED Monday, January 18, 2021.
Closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
January is Puzzle Month!
New puzzles just added to our collection – Borrow one today!
Virtual Mystery Discussion: The Alice Network by Kate Quinn.
Tuesday, February 9, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom.
Creative Crafting Virtual Craft Night: Whimsical Felt Magnets!
February 10 at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom.
PC Doctor January 11, 2021
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Make a Sock Snowman!
New Teen Take Home Kits Available
New Materials January 6, 2021!
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
Virtual Booked For Lunch & Book Dragons Special Discussion!
Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. via Zoom! For Teens and Adults!
Live Story Times on Zoom with Sarah!
Starting January 6, 2021!
New Materials December 30, 2020
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
New Year’s Holiday Hours!
Open, 12/31/2020 from 9:30 - 2:00 p.m. and Closed, 1/1/2021.
Winter Reading Challenge 2021!
You are invited!
Winter Painting Contest Voting!
Click the image to vote! Voting ends January 12, 2021.
Mystery Bundles!
Explore this popular fiction genre. Available January 4 - 28, 2021!
PC Doctor December 28, 2020!
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PC Doctor December 23, 2020
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Holiday Hours!
Closed Thursday, December 24, and Friday, December 25.
New Materials December 18, 2020
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
Live Virtual Story Time!
Starting January 6, 2021 at 10:30 a.m.
January Mystery Book Discussion!
We will be discussing If She Wakes by Michael Koryta. January 12, 2021 via Zoom!
PC Doctor December 14, 2020
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New Materials December 10, 2020
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
New Children’s Materials December 10, 2020!
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
New Teen Take Home Kit!
Paint Pour Ornament.
Winter Scene Painting Contest!
Email entries due to the children’s librarian by December 28, 2020!
Booked for Lunch Virtual Book Discussion of The Authenticity Project!
Monday, December 28, 2020 via Zoom.
PC Doctor December 7, 2020
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New Materials December 2, 2020
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
Jump Start a Story! A virtual writing workshop with Sisters in Crime New England
December 15 at 7:00 Via Zoom
Introducing BiblioBox!
Free Teen Subscription Box.
PC Doctor November 30, 2020
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Gift Making Bundles are Available!
Now through December 31, 2020!
PC Doctor November 23, 2020
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Athol Public Library Holiday Hours!
We are closed Thursday and Friday in observance of Thanksgiving!
New Materials November 19, 2020
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
December Mystery Book Discussion!
Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom!
New Teen Virtual Programs!
Among Us and More!
PC Doctor November 17, 2020
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Creative Crafting Returns!
Wednesday, December 9 at 7:00 pm on Zoom.
Make Your Own Book Hedgehog!
New Teen Take Home Kit Available.
PC Doctor November 9, 2020
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Library CLOSED Wednesday, November 11, 2020!
Closed in observance of Veterans Day
PC Doctor November 3, 2020
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New Materials November 4, 2020
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
Booked for Lunch is Reading a Mystery!
Monday, November 23, 2020 at noon. Please register online via Zoom.
Virtual LEGO Club!
Monday, November 2, 2020! Registration required via Zoom.
PC Doctor October 27, 2020
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Cookbook Bundles!
Available November 1, 2020!
The Candy Finals are Here!
People’s Candy Choice Final Round
New Children’s Materials October 26, 2020!
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
New Materials October 23, 2020
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
Vote for Your Favorite Pumpkin!
Now through October 31, 2020.
Candy Semifinals are Here!
People’s Candy Choice Final Round
New Story Walk Date!
Mondays at 9:30.
PC Doctor October 19, 2020
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The Athol Public Library to Re-open!
Beginning October 19. Monday through Thursday, 9:30 – 6:00.
New Take Home Kits Available!
Stress Balls and Paper Pumpkins.
PC Doctor October 14, 2020
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Round 4 of People’s Candy Choice!
Vote for your favorite!
No Curbside Delivery Monday, October 12, 2020
Libray Closed!
Book Bites!
Wednesday, October 14, 2020 please register via Zoom!
Round 3 of People’s Candy Choice!
Help your favorite candies win by October 9, 2020.
New Materials October 6, 2020
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
Booked for Lunch Virtual Book Discussion!
Monday, October 26 at noon. Please register via Zoom.
PC Doctor October 5, 2020
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Friends of the Athol Public Library to Offer FREE Books and More!
Repeat Performance of Book Bag Give-a-Way! Under the Portico! On Wednesday, October 7, from 5:00 – 6:00.
Virtual Pumpkin Decorating Contest!
Email entries to the Children’s Librarian by October 20th.
New Teen Take Home Kit and Craft Video!
How to Make a Suncatcher
Round 2 of People’s Candy Choice!
Cast your vote for your favorite candy!
PC Doctor September 28, 2020
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Spooky Bundles!
Our first Adult book bundles available October 1.
More Children’s Beanstack Reading Challenges!
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten and Bookworms Reading Challenges.
Read Woke Challenge!
Simply fill out our Read Woke Book Bundle Request and we’ll pick books for you.
New Materials September 22, 2020
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor September 21, 2020
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People’s Candy Choice Round 1!
Help your favorite candy win!
Fall Into Reading!
New Teen Reading Challenge.
Virtual LEGO Club!
Monday, September 21, 2020 at 3:30 p.m. Registration required via Zoom.
New Children’s Materials September 16, 2020!
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
New Materials September 15, 2020
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor September 14, 2020
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Booked for Lunch Virtual Book Discussion!
Monday, September 28 at Noon on Zoom. Registration required!
PC Doctor September 9, 2020
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Photocopies and Faxes!
Again available at the Athol Public Library.
No Curb-Side Delivery Monday, September 7, 2020
In observance of Labor Day!
Celebrate Summer Reading!
Thursday, September 3, 2020 @ 4:00 p.m.
New Materials September 3, 2020
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
How to Place a Hold in our Catalog:
It’s easy!
PC Doctor August 31, 2020
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Story Walk at the Miller’s River Park is Back!!
Every Friday morning from 9:30-12:30.
Request Magazines for Curbside Pick-up!
Do you love magazines? Give us a call and request a few for curbside pick-up!
New Materials August 25, 2020
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor August 24, 2020
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Summer Readers! Prize Drawings Happening Soon!
Be sure to use all your raffle tickets.
New Materials August 24, 2020
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
New Materials August 21, 2020
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
Virtual LEGO Club!
Monday, August 24, 2020 at 3:30 p.m. Please register using our google form.
New Materials August 19, 2020
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
New Materials August 17, 2020
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
New Teen Take Home Kits Available!
New take home kits, craft tutorials, and book bundles for teens!
PC Doctor August 17, 2020
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August Virtual Booked for Lunch!
Monday, August 24 at Noon. Registration is required!
NEW: Live Chat with a Librarian!
A new feature on our website to connect with us.
PC Doctor August 10, 2020
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Learn & Play: Grow a Rainbow!
Robin B. teaches us about ROY G. BIV in a new video.
Virtual LEGO Club!
Monday, August 10th at 3:30 p.m. Please register using our google form.
PC Doctor August 3, 2020
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Friends of the Athol Public Library to Offer FREE Books and More!
Under the Portico on Wednesday, August 5, from 4:00 – 6:00.
PC Doctor July 27, 2020
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Virtual LEGO Club!
Monday, July 27 at 3:30 p.m. Please register using our google form.
Pokko and the Drum Story Time!
The latest virtual Story Time from the Children’s Library.
PC Doctor July 20, 2020
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Make an Origami Crown and a Magic Wand!
New Kids Take Home Kits.
Learn How to Make Your Own Beaded Gecko!
Follow along in this video with Emily.
PC Doctor July 13, 2020
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Take Home Activity Kits for Kids!
The Children’s Room has put together these super fun activity kits for summer!
Kids’ Virtual LEGO Club!
Monday, Jul 13, 2020 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM. Please register using our google form.
Teen Take Home Kits and Book Bundles are Here!
The library staff is excited to announce that special take home materials are now available for teens!
PC Doctor July 6, 2020
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Outdoor Laptop Access!
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00 - 12:00.
Summer Reading Basics!
Here is a quick overview of our 2020 virtual Summer Reading Program. Registration is open for all ages.
Transform Your Summer!
June 29 to August 21, 2020
PC Doctor June 29, 2020
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New Materials June 24,2020
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
Curbside Pick-up at the Athol Public Library!
How does it work?
PC Doctor June 22, 2020
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PC Doctor June 16, 2020
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Story Time with Sarah: The Breaking News!
The latest Virtual Story from the Children’s Library.
June Virtual Booked For Lunch!
Monday, June 22, 2020 @ Noon.
Never Had a Library Card? You Can Get One Now!
Remote library card application now available via our website and catalog
PC Doctor June 8, 2020
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Requesting Books for Curbside Pick-up:
How can I tell if the item I want is on the shelf today?
MINDFULNESS – Learning Stress Release Techniques To Deal With The Stress Of Life!
A Zoom program offered by our friends at the Blackstone Public Library. Monday June 15, 2020, 6:30 pm.
PC Doctor June 2, 2020
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The Athol Public Library to Offer Curbside Pick Up of Library Materials!
Beginning June 8, 2020.
Watch Movies Together Even While You Are Apart!
Looking for a new way to connect with friends and family who are far away?
Legends and Lore!
Looking for something to read?
Daniel Radcliffe and friends read you Harry Potter!
A fun online reading of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone.
Learn & Play: Crumpled Paper Art!
Story-time and crafts go together like PB & J!
Intro to Invasive Plants in Our Area!
June 4th at 4:00 - Online Event.
Wills and Trusts and Deeds, Oh My!
A Zoom program offered by our friends at the Blackstone Public Library. Monday, June 1 at 6:30 pm.
Learn How to Make One-Page Books!
Turn a single piece of paper into a miniature book.
June Virtual Book Club!
Join Robin Brz on Monday, June 22 at noon for a virtual discussion.
Our friends at the Erving Public Library Invite You to an Online Cartooning Class!
Call 978-235-6519 to register.
James and the Giant Peach!
Nothing on tv? Enjoy this 10 part reading of a wonderful book.
Our 2nd Virtual Creative Craft!
Learn how to make easy marbled paper with shaving cream.
GED and HiSet Help!
Free with your BPL ecard.
Learn a New Language!
Language learning from Mango is fun, easy, interactive and free through June 30!
PC Doctor May 18, 2020
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You are Invited to Virtual Trivia!
With our friends from Central MA Library Advocates
Virtual Story Time from the Children’s Room!
Our third virtual Story reading from our Children’s Librarian.
Announcing the Athol Public Library YouTube Channel!
Watch our original videos any time
Family Fridays!
Provided by Footsteps2Brilliance.
Learn & Play: DIY Play Dough!
Our first learn and play video from the Children’s Room.
Looking for a Job? Working on Your Resume?
Ebooks for job seekers.
Teens: Taking Driver’s Ed This Spring?
Drivers’ Education and Tests Available From Our Website
PC Doctor May 11, 2020
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Introducing Lynda.com!
Another great resource using a Boston Public Library eCard.
Make Paper Beads with Robin and Emily!
Our first virtual creative craft.
Legal Resources You Can Access from Home!
Courtesy of our colleagues at the Boston Public Library
May Booked For Lunch Virtual Book Discussion!
Monday, May 18th at Noon.
The Athol Public Library is Always Here for You!
We want our patrons to know we’re here for them and we want to help!
Just Glue Some Gears On It: 14 eBooks for Steampunk Lovers!
Our friends at the Boston Public Library have curated this reading list for you!
Home with Your Kids?
The Boston Children’s Museum has ideas for you!
Attend Virtual Library Programs!
From over 300 libraries across the state
Where in the World is Biblio?
A fun library activity for our patrons on our library Facebook page.
Take the 2020 Census!
School lunches. Plans for highways. Support for firefighters and families in need. Census results affect your community every day.
In Need of Some Excitement?
These reads will keep you on the edge of your seat!
Fun with Digital Escape Rooms!
From Our Library Colleagues in New Zealand
Call the paparazzi!
It’s time for some lush and dishy Red Carpet Reads!
PC Doctor April 27,2020
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Remember Me? by Corrine Demas
You can read the text online and print out a template so your child can illustrate the story themselves.
YA Horror Titles!
Are you interested in creepy stories?
Teaching Books!
Great reading resources for children and teens.
Tomorrow is Super Hero Saturday!
Celebrate National Library Week, April 19 - 25
Booked for Lunch is Going Virtual!
Monday, April 27, 2020 at noon.
Tomorrow is Book Face Friday!
Celebrate National Library Week, April 19 - 25
Tomorrow is Throwback Thursday!
Celebrate National Library Week, April 19 - 25
Harvard Forest!
They have developed a list of online resources for students, educators, and researchers.
Tomorrow is Water Wednesday!
Celebrate National Library Week, April 19 - 25
North Quabbin Chamber of Commerce.
Resources and Information from the NQCC.
Tomorrow is Team Tuesday!
Celebrate National Library Week, April 19 - 25
PC Doctor April 20, 2020
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Kids Ask Authors!
Listen here!
Tomorrow is Mindful Monday!
Celebrate National Library Week, April 19 - 25!
Sunday’s challenge: Shelfies!
Take a picture of your book and or DVD case! Share it with us on social media and tag us @atholpubliclibrary
Do you know Hoopla?
All you need is a Boston Public Library ecard.
Athol Public Library Spirit Week!
Celebrate National Library Week 2020 with Us! April 19 - 25, 2020.
Introducing Authors Everywhere!
Their goal is to offer you some fun, some distraction, and a creative outlet for any feelings that might come up during this time.
Check out the Leventhal Map Center!
Yearning for Broader Horizons? See the vast collection of digitized maps.
Brand new YA eBooks and Digital Audiobooks!
YA titles have just been added to Overdrive and the Libby App.
Gale OneFile Gardening and Horticulture.
Looking for Gardening Advice?
Learn How To Make a Sock Bunny!
A how to video with Emily!
Introducing Britannica Fundamentals!
Another amazing online resource you can use for free!
PC Doctor April 13, 2020
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Our Second Virtual Story Time!
Sarah reads Hungry Jim by Laurel Snyder.
Online Museums, Zoos, and Aquariums!
Do you have cabin fever? Here’s one way to "visit" some new places.
Make Your Own Tissue Paper Flowers!
A how to video with Emily!
Introducing TumbleBooks!
Another free online resource to use while the library is closed!
Ancestry.com Library Edition!
Have you signed up for your Boston Public Library ecard yet?
Gale.com Covid19 Access!
Gale.com is providing additional educational support for students and teachers (and parents!) during this pandemic.
Libby Read-alongs!
Looking for more story times for your young reader?
PC Doctor April 6, 2020
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Make Your Own Monster Bookmark!
A how to video with Emily!
Our First Ever Virtual Story Time!
Sarah reads Mother Bruce by Ryan T. Higgins.
Try Audible.com!
Great news for audiobook lovers!
Gale in Context: High School
New resource for high schoolers working from home!
Introducing Miss Humblebee’s Academy!
A new learning resource for young children.
April is Poetry Month!
Listen to one short poem each day on The Slowdown, a podcast from American Public Media.
Storyline Online!
Families! Looking for some great new stories?
Live Story Time with Peter Reynolds!
At noon on facebook daily.
PC Doctor March 30, 2020
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A Great Libby Tutorial!
A video on how to use the Libby App while the library is closed!
Check out the Digital Commonwealth!
Access to thousands of images, documents, and sound recordings that have been digitized.
Need Help & Don’t Know Where To Turn?
Mass 2-1-1 is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Looking for Reliable Medical Information?
Try Medline Plus!
Looking for Tax Forms?
Everything you need on the IRS and MA DOR websites.
ProQuest’s HeritageQuest Online!
Curious about what the census looked like in decades past?
PC Doctor March 23, 2020
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Thinking About a New Career?
This is a great time to check out Career Transitions.
Did you know you can access digital movies from our library catalog for free?
All you need is a cell phone number or your library card, and a device on which to watch.
Read Magazines and the Boston Globe!
Newspapers and magazines you can read online while the library is closed!
Footsteps2Brilliance!
Here is another reading resource you can use while the library is closed.
Libby app!
While the library is closed you can borrow fabulous digital books and audio via the Libby app!
Boston Public Library eCard!
You don’t have to be without reading material while we’re closed!
Athol Public Library Closed
Due to State of Emergency
All Public Programs Cancelled!
Monday, March 16, 2020 through Friday, March 27, 2020
Narcan Training Cancelled!
For more information, Please contact the Opioid Task Force at 413-775-7475
New Materials March 14, 2020
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor March 9, 2020
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Paws to Read: Read to Hunter!
Tuesday, March 17 2020 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Teen Program: Midnight Society!
Friday, March 13, 2020 at 3:30 p.m.
New Materials March 3, 2020
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
Feminism, Philosophy, and The Walking Dead
Tuesday, March 24 at 6:30 p.m.
This Week’s Craft Class: Birthday Cards!
Wednesday, 3/4 at 6:30 or Saturday, 3/7 at 10:30. Choose one!
PC Doctor March 2, 2020
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Creative Crafting for Adults: Paper Beads!
Wednesday, 4/8 at 6:30 p.m. or Saturday, 4/11 at 10:30 a.m. Choose one class.
Narcan Training Workshop by the Opioid Task Force.
Monday, March 16, 2020 from 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Booked for Lunch March Selection
An American Marriage by Tayari Jones. Monday, March 23 at Noon.
PC Doctor February 22, 2020
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Mystery Book Discussion: Careful What You Wish For by Hallie Ephron
Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at 6:00 p.m.
Presentation & Book Signing: Fiery Hope, building community with the Amandla Chorus!
Thursday, March 5, 2020 @ 6:00 p.m.
New Materials February 18, 2020
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor February 18, 2020
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Library CLOSED Monday, February 17, 2020
The library will be closed in observance of Presidents’ Day
Children’s Library February Vacation Week Events!
February 18 through February 21, 2020
DIY Bee Houses!
Friday, 2/21/20 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. For Children ages 5 - 12.
Teen February Vacation Week Events!
February 18 through February 21, 2020
Junk Robots!
Wednesday, February 19 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Family Game Afternoon!
Tuesday, February 18 at 3:30 p.m. For: children, teens, and families!
PC Doctor February 10, 2020
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Moon Signs: How to Use the Phases of the Moon for Smart Decisions in Love, Work & Family Life with Sally Cragin!
Thursday, March 19th from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Anti Valentines Day Party!
Friday, February 14 at 3:30 p.m.
Paws to Read: Read to Hunter!
Tuesday, February 11, 2020 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
PC Doctor February 3, 2020
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Intro to Minecraft!
Thursday, 2/20/20 from 3:30 - 5:00. For ages 7 - 12.
Hannaford Helps Reusable Bag Program!
Help Support the Friends of the Athol Public Library!
Creative Crafting for Adults: Birthday Cards!
Wednesday, 3/4 at 6:30 p.m. or Saturday, 3/7 at 10:30 a.m. Choose one class.
New Children’s Materials!
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Teen Movie Showing: Princess Diaries!
Friday, February 7, 2020 @ 3:30 p.m.
Story Times!
Wednesdays from 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
Booked for Lunch February Selection
The Keeper of Lost Things by Ruth Hogan. Monday, February 24, 2020 at Noon.
Logging in to Overdrive?
You will now need to use your library card number and your password or PIN.
Mystery Book Discussion: Bad Monkey by Carl Hiaasen
Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at 6:00 p.m.
PC Doctor January 27, 2020
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New Materials January 23, 2020
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
Movie Showing: Toy Story 4!
Wednesday, 1/29/20 from 1:00 - 2:40 p.m. All ages!
Craft Supply Swap!
Saturday, February 1 from 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Declutter Your Home Once and For All with the KonMari Method!
Saturday, February 29 at 10:00 a.m.
PC Doctor January 20, 2020
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Library CLOSED Monday, January 20, 2020.
Closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Paws to Read: Read to Hunter!
Wednesday, January 22 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
The Children’s Library is Hiring!
Want to join our team? We have an opening for a Children’s Room Page.
Make It and Take It LEGO Workshop!
Thursday, January 23 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Registration is required.
Mighty Aphrodite: Chocolate & Love with Kim Larkin!
Thursday, February 6, 2020 @ 6:00 p.m. Registration is required. Please call 978-249-9515!
Wild Knights Chess Club Birthday!
Thursday, January 23 at 3:30 p.m.
PC Doctor January 13, 2020
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Upper To’gallants and Rusty Scuppers book program with Harry Haldt III!
Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at 6:00 p.m.
Get the Wiggles Out: Dance Party!
Thursday, January 16 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Teen Program: Dream Boards!
Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at 3:30 p.m.
PC Doctor January 6, 2020
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Teen Movie: High School Musical!
Friday, January 10, 2020 at 3:30 p.m. Snacks will be served!
Booked for Lunch January Selection
Monday, January 27th at Noon!
January Story Times!
Wednesdays from 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
Vision Board Workshop with Robin Brz.
Saturday, January 25, 2020 at 10:00 a.m.
Teen Clubs: Book Bites and Book Dragons!
Book Bites: Tuesday, 1/14 from 3:30 - 4:30. Book Dragons: Monday, January 27 at 3:30 p.m. Both clubs are open to grades 6 - 12.
Creative Crafting for Adults: Paper Roses!
Wednesday, 2/5 at 6:30 p.m. or Saturday, 2/8 at 10:30 a.m. Choose one class.
PC Doctor December 30, 2019
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New Year’s Holiday Hours!
Open, 12/31/2019 from 9:30 - 3:00 p.m. CLOSED, 1/1/2020.
New Materials December 26, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
Library CLOSED 12/24/19 and 12/25/19
See you Thursday at 9:30 a.m.!
PC Doctor December 21, 2019
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Thank you!
Our Friends of the Library Accessories Sale was a success!
Fine Free Weeks!
Saturday, December 21 through Saturday, January 4.
Annual Holiday Open House!
Monday, December 23 from 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Mystery Book Discussion: An Anonymous Girl by Greer Hendricks & Sarah Pekkanen
Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at 6:00 p.m.
Opening at 10:30 on Tuesday, December 17
Due to weather
Paws to Read: Read to Hunter!
Monday, December 23 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Midnight Madness!
The lobby will be full of activity, as the Friends join other Chamber of Commerce members for Midnight Madness!
PC Doctor December 13, 2019
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Children’s Program: Winter Cookie Decorating!
Thursday, December 19, 2019 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. For ages 5 - 12.
New Materials December 11, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor December 9, 2019
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Friends of the Library Personal Accessories Sale!
Saturday, December 14 from 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Teen Movie Showing: A Nightmare Before Christmas
Friday, December 20, 2019 from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
New Materials December 7, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor December 5, 2019
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For the Birds: Outdoor Ornaments!
Thursday, December 12 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Creative Crafting for Adults: Simple and Classic Origami!
Wednesday, 1/8 at 6:30 p.m. or Saturday, 1/11 at 10:30 a.m. Choose one class.
December Story Times!
Wednesdays from 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
Baby and Toddler Time!
Returns December 6, 2019. Fridays from 11:00 - 11:45 a.m.
Booked For Lunch December Selection
Meet Me at the Museum by Anne Youngson. Monday, December 16 from Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Delayed Opening Tuesday, December 3
The Athol Public Library will open at 10:30 on Tuesday, December 3rd.
Delayed Opening Monday, December 2
The Athol Library will open at 10:30 on Monday, December 2.
Movie Showing: Toy Story 4!
Wednesday, December 11, 2019 from 1:00 - 2:40 p.m.
Program: Cookie Exchange!
Wednesday, December 11, 2019 @ 4:00 p.m.
Library CLOSED 11/28/19 through 11/30/19
In observance of Thanksgiving!
Craftastic Kids: Snowflake Garlands!
Tuesday, December 3, 2019 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. For ages 6 - 12.
Delayed Opening: November 22, 2019
The library will open at 11:30 a.m.
New Materials November 23, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
Reading & Book Signing with Sci-Fi Author Renee Hurteau
Thursday, December 5 at 6:00 p.m.
Teen Program: Galaxy Snow Globes!
Thursday, December 5, 2019 at 4:00 p.m. For grades 6 - 12.
Mystery Book Discussion: Plum Pudding Murder by Joanne Fluke
Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at 6:30 p.m.
New Materials November 19, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
The Big Read!
Tuesday, November 26 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
PC Doctor November 18, 2019
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Teen Program: Magazine Silhouettes!
Wednesday, November 20 at 3:30 p.m.
Meet the author: Cynthia Crosson, You Cannot Cage the Wolf
Monday, November 18 at 6:00 p.m.
Paws to Read: Read to Hunter!
Thursday, November 21 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. For grades K - 12.
PC Doctor November 12, 2019
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Give the Gift of Friends Membership!
Looking for a unique gift for that special someone?
Library CLOSED Monday, November 11, 2019
Closed in observance of Veterans Day
Under Pressure Film Screening!
Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m.
PC Doctor November 7, 2019
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FREE UMass Fine Arts Center Tickets!
Athol Library Selected to Participate in Pilot Program
New York Times Bestselling Author Archer Mayor to Speak at Athol Public Library!
Saturday, November 16 at 11:30 a.m. Registration required!
Friendsgiving Feast!
November 14, 2019 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. For teens in grades 6 - 12.
Creative Crafting for Adults: Woodland Ornaments!
Wednesday, 12/4 at 6:30 p.m. or Saturday, 12/7 at 10:30 a.m. Choose one class.
National Novel Writing Month!
Friday, November 1, 2019 from 10:00 - 12:00 p.m.
November Story Time!
Wednesdays from 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
Teen Movie: Shrek!
Friday, November 8, 2019 at 3:30 p.m. Open to ages 12 - 20.
NEW Magazines at the Athol Public Library!
Did you know you can check out magazines from the library?
New Children’s Materials October 28, 2019
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor October 26, 2019
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Playful Engineers: Chain Reactions & Creative Contraptions!
Tuesday, 11/5 from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Grades K - 5. Registration is required!
The Mercury 13: The True Story of Thirteen Women and the Dream of Space Flight
Wednesday November 13, 2019 at 6:00 PM
PC Doctor October 21, 2019
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Big Al by Christine Noyes: Author Reading and Book Signing!
Saturday, November 2, 2019 at 10:00 a.m.
Stranger Things 80’s Party!
Monday, October 28 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. For grades 6 - 12.
PC Doctor October 18, 2019
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Teen Movie Showing: BeetleJuice!
Friday, October 25, 2019 at 3:30 p.m. For ages 12 - 20.
New Materials October 17, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
Creative Crafting for Adults: Mini Photo Albums!
Wednesday, 11/6 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. or Saturday, 11/9 from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Registration is required. Please choose one session.
Library CLOSED Monday, October 14, 2019
Closed in observance of Columbus Day
Captain Underpants Party!
October 23, 2019 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. For children in grades K - 5.
Paws to Read: Read to Hunter!
October 15, 2019 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
New Materials October 8, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
Booked for Lunch October Selection
Washington Black by Esi Edugyan. Monday, October 28, 2019 from Noon - 1:00 p.m.
PC Doctor October 7, 2019
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CANCELLED! Ghostology 201: Darker Side of the Paranormal
October 8, 2019. Cancelled event!
Knit Wits!
Wednesdays from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
The Athol Public Library presents Watercolors by Donna Peck
Opening Reception Wednesday, October 9 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Children’s 2019 Pumpkin Decorating Contest!
October 21 through 31, 2019. Voting begins on October 21, 2019.
Teen Candy Challenge!
Thursday, October 17, 2019 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Registration required!
Bring your Teddy Bear to the Children’s Library!
Wednesday, October 9, 2019!
Forks Over Knives Film Screening.
Thursday, October 10 at 6:00 p.m.
PC Doctor September 30, 2019
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New Materials September 30, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
October Story Times!
Wednesdays from 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
PC Doctor September 28, 2019
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Mystery Book Discussion: Dog On It by Spencer Quinn
Tuesday, October 15 at 6:30 p.m.
New Children’s Materials September 26, 2019
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Coming to Hollywood: 1935-2000 with author Felice Picano
Wednesday, October 16 from 6:00 - 7:00 PM.
How to Make One Soup Recipe into Two with Liz Barbour of the Creative Feast!
Thursday, November 7, from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Registration required!
What is Energy Medicine? with Diane DiPietro, Eden Energy Medicine, CLP, of Tintagels Gate
Saturday, October 5 at 10:00 a.m.
New Materials September 24, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor September 16, 2019
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PC Doctor September 9, 2019
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Fall Club Fair!
Tuesday, October 1 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Meet the Author and Book Discussion: Karen Zilberstein!
Thursday, 9/19/19 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Registration is required!
New Children’s Materials September 4, 2019
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor September 2, 2019
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When the Land Speaks with Larry Spotted Crow Mann!
Thursday, October 3 at 6:00 pm.
Ghostology 201: The Darker Side of the Paranormal!
Tuesday, October 8, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. Registration is required. Ages 18+ for this program.
Teen Program: Friendship Bracelets
September 25, 2019 at 3:30 p.m.
Tie Dye Workshop for Tweens!
September 25 from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. Ages 8 - 12.
Special Book Club Meeting: Booked For Lunch & Book Dragons!
Monday, September 23 from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. For teens and adults!
Teen Movie Showing: Detective Pikachu!
Friday, September 20, 2019 at 3:30 p.m.
Creative Crafting for Adults: No Sew Sock Owls!
Wednesday, 10/9, from 6:30 to 8:30, or Saturday, 10/12 from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Registration is required. Please choose one session.
Anime Club!
The Second Monday of the month from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday Hours Are Back!
The Athol Public Library will be open on Saturdays from 9:30 - 1:00!
New Materials August 27, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Big News: NEW Library Hours and the Return of Saturdays!
The Athol Public Library will be open until 6:00 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays!
Movie Showing: The Secret Life of Pets 2!
Wednesday, September 18th at 1:00 p.m.
Library CLOSED Monday, September 2, 2019
The library will be closed in observance of Labor Day
Freedom from Psychiatric Drugs with author Chaya Grossberg
Thursday, September 26 at 6:00 p.m.
PC Doctor August 26, 2019
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An Introduction to Plant Based Cuisine!
Thursday, September 12, 2019 at the Athol Public Library at 6:00 pm. Registration by 9/9/19 Required!
September Story Times!
Wednesdays from 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
New Materials August 20, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor August 19, 2019
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Booked for Lunch: Let’s Talk About Books Round Table!
Monday, 8/26/19 at Noon. A discussion where we talk about the best and worst books we’ve read this year.
PC Doctor August 12, 2019
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Mystery Book Discussion: The Secret Keeper by Kate Morton.
Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 6:30 p.m.
New Materials August 9, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Discover the Owls of New England with award-winning photographer, Peter Christoph.
September 10 at 6:30 p.m. Registration is required. Please call 978-249-9515 to register.
Paws to Read: Read to Hunter!
Wednesday, August 21, 2019 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Back to School Story Time!
Wednesday, August 28 from 10:15 - 11:00 a.m. For children entering Prek or Kindergarten.
PC Doctor August 6, 2019
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Make a Garlic, Herbal, and Dried Flower Kitchen Swag!
Saturday, September 14, 2019 from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm. Registration required!
Creative Crafting for Adults: Magazine Silhouettes!
Wednesday, 9/18, from 6:30 to 8:30, or Saturday, 9/21 from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Registration is required. Please choose one session.
Teen Summer Programs for the Week of August 5th through August 9th!
These programs are a part of the 2019 summer reading theme "A Universe of Stories."
A Spoonful of Revenge: An Original, Interactive Murder Mystery Comedy!
August 14 and August 15 from 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Attend one of two performances. Registration is required!
New Children’s Materials July 29, 2019
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor July 29, 2019
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Children’s Preschool Story Time and Baby and Toddler Time on Break!
Beginning July 31st, the children’s library is taking time off from these events for the remainder of summer vacation.
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing with a Virtual Reality Experience!
Thursday, August 8, 2019 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Registration is required!
New Materials July 24, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Teen Summer Programs for the Week of July 29th through August 2nd, 2019
These programs are a part of the 2019 summer reading theme "A Universe of Stories."
Children’s Program: Life Size Candy Land!
Thursday, August 1, 2019 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Grades 5 and younger!
PC Doctor July 22, 2019
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Technology Help Tuesdays!
We’re offering a new service!
New Children’s Materials July 17, 2019
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Junior Writer’s Workshop: A Universe of Stories!
Wednesday, July 24 from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. For grades 3 - 5.
Teen Summer Programs for the Week of July 22nd - 26th!
These programs are a part of the 2019 summer reading theme "A Universe of Stories."
New Materials July 15, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor July 15, 2019
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New Materials July 11, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Children’s Program: Interstellar Wand Making with Olivia!
Thursday, July 25 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Grades K - 5.
Teen Summer Programs the Week of July 15 - 19th!
These programs are a part of the 2019 summer reading theme "A Universe of Stories."
Great News for Library Users!
Automatic renewals!
Paws to Read: Read to Hunter!
Monday, July 22, 2019 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Call 978-249-9515 to register!
Art Display!
Former Athol Library staff member Elizabeth Lindgren’s art on display!
Stories of Space and the Universe with Davis Bates
Wednesday, July 17, 2019 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. All ages are welcome!
PC Doctor July 8, 2019
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Sparky’s Puppets: Stories from Outer Space!
July 18 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. For grades 5 and younger.
Children’s Program: Crafty Constellations with Sarah!
Thursday, July 18 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Grades 2 - 5.
PC Doctor July 1, 2019
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Teen Program: Snack Food Olympics!
Wednesday, July 10 at 3:00 p.m. Registration required!
Library CLOSED Thursday, July 4, 2019
The library will be closed on Thursday, July 4th, in observance of Independence Day.
Children’s Program: Fancy Nancy Space Party!
July 11 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Grades 2 - 5. Registration is required!
Launch Day: Hannaford Helps Reusable Bag Program!
Help Support the Friends of the Athol Public Library!
Children’s Program: Intergalactic Nerf Battles at the YMCA!
July 16, 2019 from 1:00 - 2:00 pm. Grades K - 5.
Children’s Program: Space Cakes!
Tuesday, July 9 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. For children prek - 2. Registration required!
PC Doctor June 24, 2019
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Summer Preschool Story Times: Space!
Wednesdays, June 27 through July 26, 2019 from 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
Rocket Launching with the Ecotarium!
Monday, July 1, 2019 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Grades Prek - 5. Registration required!
Teen LEGO Challenge!
Wednesday, June 26, 2019 at 3:30 p.m.
Children’s Program: Space Junk Robots!
Wednesday, July 3, 2019 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Registration is required!
PC Doctor June 17, 2019
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Teen Take Over!
Monday, June 24 from 8:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Butterfly gardening program is POSTPONED!
This program is now going to be held on June 14 at 4:00 p.m.
Adult Summer Reading 2019!
Because grown-ups like to have fun, too!
Teen Summer Reading Events!
From June 24 through August 16, 2019.
PC Doctor June 10, 2019
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Road Closed - Library Open
Please park on the street or behind the Y today
Teen Movie: Five Feet Apart
Friday, June 21 at 3:30 p.m.
Kids’ Summer Reading Blast Off!
Monday, June 24, 2019 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
New Children’s Materials June 6, 2019
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Family Concert with Roger Tincknell
Monday, June 24, 2019 at 1:00 p.m.
New Materials June 4, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor June 3, 2019
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Children’s Summer Reading Events!
From June 24 through August 1, 2019!
Program: Plant a Butterfly Garden!
Thursday, June 13 at 4:00 p.m. Plants and tools will be provided.
Mystery Book Discussion: A Suitable Vengeance by Elizabeth George!
Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at 6:00 p.m.
Mass Dance Movement: Dance Workshops for Kids!
Two workshops on June 27th: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. for grades K- 2, and 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. for grades 3 - 5.
New Materials May 29, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor May 28, 2019
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June Booked For Lunch Selection!
The Astronaut Wives Club by Lily Koppel. Monday, June 24 @ Noon.
Paws to Read: Read to Hunter!
Monday, June 10 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Library CLOSED Monday, May 27, 2019
The library will be closed in observance of Memorial Day
ROAD CLOSED: Island Street
Island Street is temporarily closed.
Children’s Preschool Story Time and Baby and Toddler Time on Break!
Beginning May 27th, the children’s library is taking time off from these events to plan Summer Reading.
Program: Deep Community in a Small Mountain Village in El Salvador!
Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at 6:30 p.m.
PC Doctor May 20, 2019
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New Children’s Materials May 20, 2019
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Author Visit This Saturday: J.D. Mallinson!
May 18, 2019 at 11:30 a.m. Registration Required!
Summer Hours Begin Monday, May 20
Library hours will be changing during the summer months.
Thru Hiking the Appalachian Trail with Sam Ducharme!
Tuesday, 6/4/19 from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Registration is required!
APL’s Book Club for Kids: Filming & Production at AOTV!
May 30, 2019 from 5:00 - 7:30 p.m. Ages 9 - 12.
Booked for Lunch May Selection
The Girls at 17 Swann Street by Yara Zgheib. Monday, May 20 at noon!
PC Doctor May 13, 2019
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Teen Program: Paws for Relaxation!
Wednesday, May 22 at 3:30 p.m.
Teen Craft: Paper Flowers!
Wednesday, May 15th at 3:30 p.m. For grades 6 - 12.
New Materials May 10, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Summer Hours Begin Monday, May 20
Library hours will be changing during the summer months.
Historic New England: A Tour of the Region’s Top 100 Landmarks!
Get inspired for summer day trips!
Getting Familiar with Your Library Telescope AND Star Hopping Through May’s Starry Skies!
Wednesday, May 15, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. Registration is required. Please sign up by calling 978-249-9515.
PC Doctor May 6, 2019
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New Materials May 3, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Mountains and Meditations Book Launch with Quabbin Quills
Tuesday, May 21, from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Registration recommended. Please call 978-249-9515.
Movie Showing: The LEGO MOVIE 2: The Second Part
Wednesday, May 15 from 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Author Visit: J.D. Mallinson author of The Inspector Mason of Scotland Yard Series!
Saturday, May 18 at 11:30 a.m.
Baby Sign Language!
May 10, 17, 24, & 31 from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Minecraft Club!
May 3rd and 17th at 4:00 p.m. For children in grades 3 and 4.
May Story Times!
Wednesdays, 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
Teen Games!
May 7 from 3:30 - 5:00 pm. Try our new board and card games!
Athol Public Library Hosts: Free Comic Book Day!
Saturday, May 4, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
PC Doctor April 29, 2019
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Teen Movie Showing: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse!
Friday, May 10 at 3:30 p.m.
Paws to Read!
May 2, 2019 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Call 978-249-9515 to register.
New Children’s Materials April 22, 2019
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Delvena Theatre Company Presents: Murder a La Carte.
Thursday, May 9, 2019 @ 6:00 p.m. Registration is required. For ages 20 and up.
PC Doctor April 22, 2019
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Mystery Book Discussion: Tatiana by Martin Cruz Smith.
Tuesday, May 14 at 6:30 p.m.
The Athol Public Library Announces Book Sale!
Saturday, April 27 from 10:00 – 12:00.
IMPORTANT: Thursday’s Program Cancellations!
Smarty Pants Pasta & Cup Cake Wars with Deb Alsebai.
New Materials April 17, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor April 16, 2019
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Athol: A Visual History
Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. Registration is required.
Library CLOSED Monday, April 15, 2019
In observance of Patriot’s Day.
Teen Special Events April Vacation Week!
Tuesday, April 16 through Friday, April 19, 2019
Sri Lanka’s Road to Peace
Thursday, May 2 at 6:30 p.m. Please call 978-249-9515 to register.
Teen Program: Cupcake Wars!
Thursday, 4/18/19 at 3:00 p.m. Open to grades 6 -12.
Paws to Read!
Thursday, April 18 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Please call 978-249-9515 to register!
Teen Program: Henna with Mandy!
Tuesday, April 16 from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. For grades 6 - 12.
PC Doctor April 8, 2019
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Narcan Training for the Community
Saturday, April 20, 2019 at 10:30 a.m.at the Athol Public Library
Creative Crafting for Adults: Beaded Hemp Bracelets!
Wednesday, May 1, 2019 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Registration is required!
North Quabbin Autism Resource Fair
Tuesday, April 30 from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
New Children’s Materials April 5, 2019
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Picture Book Explorers: Shake, Rattle, & Read!
April 17, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. For ages 2 and up.
Smarty Pants Pasta!
April 18 from 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. For ages 5 - 12.
Children’s Program: Drum Circle!
April 19 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Instruments provided!
Scott Pilgrim vs. The World
Friday, April 12 at 3:30 p.m.
PC Doctor April 1, 2019
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New Materials March 29, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Children’s Program: Mike the Bubble Man!
April 16 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Sponsored by Valuing Our Children.
Booked for Lunch April Selection
If the Creek Don’t Rise by Leah Weiss. Monday, April 29 @ noon.
Mystery Book Discussion: Cave of Bones by Anne Hillerman
Tuesday, April 9, 2019 at 6:30 p.m.
April Story Times!
Wednesdays, 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
The Athol Public Library Invites you to a book launch and presentation by Seeds of Solidarity’s Deb Habib and Ricky Baruch.
Wednesday, April 17 at 6:30 pm. Please call 978-249-9515 to register.
PC Doctor March 25, 2019
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Join the Friends of the Athol Public Library Today!
Our spring newsletter is about to hit the presses! Would you like a copy? Members of the Friends of the Athol Public Library will get the fabulous newsletter delivered right to their home mailboxes!
PC Doctor March 22, 2019
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2019 Peeps Diorama Contest!
Workshop, April 3 from 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. For ages 5 - 12. Registration Required!
New Children’s Materials March 21, 2019
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Makerspace Workshop!
Thursday, 3/28 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Registration is required. Please call 978-249-9515!
New Materials March 18, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Feasting on Grain Bowls with Liz Barbour
Thursday, April 18 at 6:00 p.m. Registration is required. Please call 978-249-9515!
Can the US Constitution Save Us from 1984?
Thursday, April 4 from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Booked For Lunch March Selection!
A Place for Us by Fatima Farheen Mirza. Monday, March 25 @ Noon.
New Materials March 13, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Great Oreo Cookie Taste Off!
Wednesday, March 20 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Grades 6 - 12.
Craftastic Kids: Make a Paper Plate Jellyfish!
Thursday, March 21 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Grades K - 5.
New Materials March 11, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor March 11, 2019
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Creative Crafting: Flower Fairies
Wednesday, April 3, 2019. Registration required! Call 978-249-9515 today.
Teen Movie: Back to the Future!
Friday, March 15 from 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Paws to Read!
March 14 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Registration is required!
Understanding Your Town Government!
Wednesday, March 27 at 6:00 pm
Teen Board and Card Games!
Tuesday, March 12 from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Spring Minecraft Club!
For Children in grades 3 and 4. Contact the Children’s Library at 978-249-9515 to sign up!
Delayed opening on Monday, March 4
The Athol Public Library will open at 10:00 am today
PC Doctor March 2, 2019
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March Story Times!
Wednesdays, 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
Book Signing with Carla Rabinowitz!
Tuesday, March 19, 2019 at 6:00 p.m.
New Teen Club: Video Gaming Alliance!
Every other Friday from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. For grades 6 -12.
A History of Civil War Fashion with The Victorian Lady, Kandie Carle
Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 6:00 p.m.
Movie Showing: Ralph Breaks the Internet
Wednesday, March 6 from 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Mystery Book Discussion: Righteous by Joe Ide
Tuesday, March 12 at 6:30 p.m.
Anime Afternoons!
Second Monday of the month from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Open to grades 6 -12.
PC Doctor February 23, 2019
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Teen Crafting Party: Cards for Hospitalized Kids!
Friday, March 1 from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. and Tuesday, March 5 from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
First Aid and CPR course presented by the Wachusett Medical Reserve Corps
Saturday, March 2 at 10:00 a.m.
New Materials February 21, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Creative Crafting: Exploring Watercolors
Wednesday, March 6 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Free Workshops: Act in, Film, Edit, & Produce a Show!
Presented by APL’s Book Club For Kids & AOTV on 2/26 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Teen Cooking: Dressings and Sauces!
Wednesday, 2/27/19 @ 3:30 p.m. for grades 6 -12.
PC Doctor February 18, 2019
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New Children’s Materials February 19, 2019
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor February 15, 2019
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Library CLOSED Monday, February 18, 2019
The library will be closed in observance of Presidents’ Day
Makerspace Workshops
Thursday, February 28 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Grades 4 - 6.
Cancellation: J.D. Mallinson’s Author Visit
Saturday, February 16 @ 11:30 a.m. has been cancelled
Athol Public Library CLOSED, 2/12/19 & Opening Wednesday, 2/13/19!
Closing early on 2/12 @ 2:00 p.m. Delayed opening on 2/13 @ 10:00 a.m.
Teen Activities: February Vacation Week!
Tuesday February 19 through Friday February 22, 2019.
New Materials February 12, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Orientation Session: Community Reading Day Volunteers Needed!
Monday, February 25th from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. in the Children’s library.
POSTPONED: February Mystery Group!
Due to tomorrow evening’s predicted messy weather.
Booked for Lunch is Reading Graphic Novels in February!
Monday, February 25, 2019, noon – 1:00 pm.
Paws to Read: Read to Hunter!
February 20 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Registration required!
Valentine’s Day Tea at the Athol Public Library!
Thursday, February 14 from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
PC Doctor February 9, 2019
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Teen Program: Valentines!
Wednesday, February 13 from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Sherlock Holmes with Barry Deitz: A Lecture and Slide Presentation!
Thursday, February 28, 2019 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Children’s Program: BINGO!
Thursday, February 21 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Ages 5 - 12.
Teen Movie Showing: Warm Bodies!
Friday, February 15 from 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Planner Madness Workshop with Robin Brz!
Saturday, February 23 at 10:00 a.m.
Decorate Hedgehog Cookies!
Wednesday, February 13 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
STEM Studio!
Tuesday, February 19 from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. For children in grades 2 - 5.
Author Visit: J.D. Mallinson, author of The Inspector Mason of Scotland Yard Series!
Saturday, February 16 at 11:30 a.m.
PC Doctor February 2, 2019
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Story Walk Schedule!
Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings!
Creative Crafting for Adults: Second Card Making Class Added!
Monday, February 11, 2019 @ 6:30 p.m. Registration is required!
Anime Club Party!
Monday, February 11, 2019 @ 3:30 p.m. For grades 6+.
February Story Times!
Wednesdays, 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
New Materials January 30, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
The Littlest Pet reading and craft!
Saturday, February 9 at 10:00 am. In the Children’s Room.
New Materials January 26, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor January 25, 2019
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Service Dog Owner Training: Is This the Path for Me?
Saturday, February 2, 2019 at 10:30 am
Mystery Book Discussion: The Flight Attendant by Chris Bohjalian
Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at 6:30 p.m.
We Love Books! Valentine’s Day Party!
Thursday, February 14 from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
New Children’s Materials January 23, 2019
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Artist Exhibition and Reception
Tuesday, January 22, 2019 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Library CLOSED Monday, January 21, 2019.
Closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
PC Doctor January 18, 2019
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Makerspace Workshops
Thursday, 1/24 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Grades 4 - 6. Registration required!
Teen Program: Wii Gaming!
Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at 3:30 p.m.
Wild Knights Chess Club Birthday Party!
January 24 from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Teen Program: Let’s Make a Pinata!
Wednesday, January 30 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. For grades 5 - 12.
Movie Showing: The House with a Clock in Its Walls!
January 30 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. All ages welcome!
PC Doctor January 12, 2019
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Teen Movie: Pirates of the Caribbean Curse of the Black Pearl
Friday, January 18 from 3:30 - 6:00 p.m. Grades 6 -12.
New Children’s Materials January 8, 2019
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Position Available
Part-Time Library Technician, Athol Public Library
Anime Club Feature Film: Napping Princess
Monday, January 14 at 3:30 p.m.
Creative Crafting For Adults: Handmade Valentines!
Wednesday, February 6, 2019 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
PC Doctor January 5, 2019
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January Story Walks!
Fridays from 9:30 - Noon and Tuesdays from 4:00 - 7:30 p.m.
APL Book Club For Kids: Tom’s Midnight Garden by Philippa Pearce.
Tuesday, January 22, 2019 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
New Materials January 3, 2019
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Minecraft & Roblox Club Schedule!
Fridays, 1/11, 1/25, 2/8, 2/22 @ 4:00 p.m.
Make It and Take It LEGO Workshop!
January 9 from 4:00 -5:00 p.m. For children in grades K - 5!
Teen Program: Emoji Pillows!
Wednesday, January 9 @ 3:30 p.m. Grades 6 - 12.
January Story Times!
Wednesdays, 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
Athol Public Library Announces Fine Free Weeks!
Saturday, December 22 through Saturday, January 5.
Holiday Hours!
Library CLOSED Monday, December 24 and Tuesday, December 25.
Teen Program: Wii Gaming!
Wednesday, December 28 and January 23 @ 3:30 p.m.
Booked for Lunch and Mystery Discussion Group Combine for January!
Book Discussion and Meet the Author: Niagara Fontaine by J.A. McIntosh on Saturday, 1/12/19 @ 11:30 a.m.
PC Doctor December 14, 2018
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New Children’s Materials December 17, 2018
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
New Materials December 12, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
December Teen Movie Selection: Elf!
Friday, December 21 @ 3:30 p.m. For grades 6 -12.
Booked For Lunch December Selection
The Little Old Lady Who Broke All the Rules by Catharina Ingelman - Sundberg. Monday, December 17 @ Noon.
Vision Board Workshop with Robin Brz.
Wednesday, January 16 at 6:00 p.m. Space is limited and registration is required.
PC Doctor December 7, 2018
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Candy Castles!
Wednesday, December 19 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Pre K - grade 5.
Annual Open House!
Friday, December 21 from 9:30 - 1:00 p.m.
Teen Book Cafe!
Wednesday, December 12 @ 4:30 p.m. Grades 6 - 12.
Teen Space Decorating!
Friday, December 7, 2018 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
December Story Walk!
Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings!
Movie showing: Incredibles 2!
Wednsday, December 12 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. All ages welcome.
PC Doctor November 30, 2018
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Mystery Book Discussion and Movie: The Doorbell Rang by Rex Stout
Tuesday, December 11, 2018 @ 6:00 p.m.
New Children’s Materials December 1, 2018
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Flash in the Can: Book Launch & Author Visit!
Thursday, December 6, 2018 @ 6:30 p.m.
December Story Times!
Wednesdays, 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
New FREE Resource! Footsteps2Brilliance: a comprehensive literacy app, for families with children birth to grade 3.
Find out more on our Children’s Library page.
New Materials November 27, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor November 27, 2018
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Library CLOSED 11/22 through 11/24
In observance of Thanksgiving
Teen Program: Wii Gaming!
Wednesday, November 28th @ 3:30 p.m. Grades 5 - 12.
PC Doctor November 16, 2018
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Booked For Lunch November Selection!
We Were the Lucky Ones by Georgia Hunter. Monday, November 26 at Noon.
Creative Crafting for Adults: Winter Luminaries!
Wednesday, December 6, 2018 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Registration required!
Makerspace Workshops!
Thursdays, November 29th & December 27th from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
PC Doctor November 9, 2018
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The Big Read!
Wednesday, November 28 from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Library CLOSED Monday, November 12, 2018
Closed in observance of Veterans Day
Reading into the Future Art Contest!
Submissions between December 1 and December 10. Winner will be declared at the Library Open House on December 21, 2018.
Teen Movie: Ant-Man and The Wasp
Friday, November 16 at 3:30 p.m. Snacks will be served.
Local Author Visit, Book Launch and Signing with J.A. McIntosh.
Tuesday, November 27 at 6:30 p.m.
New Children’s Materials November 5, 2018
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
APL Book Club For Kids: The Serpent’s Secret by Sayantani Dasgupta.
Tuesday, November 20 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
New Materials November 3, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor November 2, 2018
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Minecraft & Roblox Club Dates
Fridays, 11/9, 11/30, 12/14, and 12/28. For grades 3 & 4.
Children’s Program: Decorate Autumn Cookies!
November 15 from 4:15 - 5:00 p.m. Pre K - Grade 5.
Tales From the Home of the World’s Worst Weather: A Talk About Mt.Washington
Tuesday December 4 at 6:00 pm. Registration required!
New Children’s Materials October 30, 2018
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Teen Program: Pixel Art!
Wednesday, November 7, 2018 from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Registration required!
Veterans Homecoming Parade 1946.
Thursday, November 8, 2018 @ 6:30 p.m.
November Story Time!
Wednesdays, 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
PC Doctor October 26, 2018
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Teen LEGO!
Friday, November 2, from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Grades 5 - 12.
Mystery Book Discussion: Force of Nature by Jane Harper
Tuesday, November 13 @ 6:30 p.m.
Quabbin Reservoir and the “Accidental Wilderness”
Tuesday, November 6, at 6:30 pm.
PC Doctor October 19, 2018
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Teen Program: Hocus Pocus Interactive Movie
Friday, October 26, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. Open to ages 12 - 20.
Teen Program: Wii Gaming!
Wednesdays, October 24 and November 28 @ 3:30 p.m.
First Annual Club Fair!
Tuesday, October 23 at 6:00 p.m.
New Materials October 11, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor October 12, 2018
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New England’s General Stores: Exploring an American Classic with Ted Reinstein
Thursday October 25 @ 7:00 p.m.
Booked For Lunch October Selection
Turtles All the Way Down by John Green. Monday, October 22, 2018 @ Noon.
Wingmasters: Birds of Prey
Wednesday, October 24, 2018 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. For ages 6 +.
Anime Club: Cosplay Costume Party!
Monday, October 29 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Creative Crafting for Adults: Wreath Making!
Wednesday, November 14, 2018 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Registration is required!
2018 Children’s Library Pumpkin Decorating Contest!
October 15 - 26. Open to children 5 - 12 years of age.
First Annual Teen Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Drop off in the Teen Space between 10/15/18 and 10/20/18.
Teen Candy Science!
Friday, October 19, from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. For grades 6 - 12.
Library CLOSED Monday, October 8, 2018
Closed in observance of Columbus Day
Who Goes There: Local Haunts in Massachusetts with Agawam Paranormal
Tuesday, October 30, 2018 @ 6:30 p.m. Registration Required!
Gay Hollywood in the Golden Age with Felice Picano
Thursday, October 18, 2018 at 6:30 p.m.
Teen Program: Zombie Cookies!
Wednesday, October 17 @ 3:30 p.m. Open to grades 6 - 12.
New Materials October 1, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Makerspace Workshops
Thursdays from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. October 25, November 29, and December 27.
October Artist Reception: Millers River Watershed Photo Contest
October 2, 2018 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
PC Doctor September 28, 2018
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Mystery Book Discussion: Missing Presumed by Susie Steiner
Tuesday, October 9 @ 6:30 p.m.
October Craftastic Kids!
October 10, 2018 from 4:15 - 5:15 p.m. Grades K - 5.
October Story Time!
Wednesdays, 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
New Children’s Materials September 25, 2018
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
WCV: Radio For Your Eyes! A comedy show with Sally Cragin and Jeff Van Amburgh
Thursday, October 11, 2018 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
New Materials September 24, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor September 21, 2018
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New Materials September 20, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
The Athol Public Library presents Storyteller and Author Tom Kohler: Waddie Welcome and the Beloved Community
Thursday, October 4 at 6:00 p.m.
PC Doctor September 14, 2018
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New Children’s Materials September 13, 2018
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
APL’s Book Club For Kids and AOTV present: Free Workshops!
Act in, film, edit, and produce a show! Thursdays, 10/4 and 10/11 from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. at AOTV.
Wii Gaming!
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 @ 3:30 p.m. No registration required.
Booked For Lunch September Selection!
Monday, September 24 @ Noon.
Creative Crafting for Adults: Pumpkin Decorating!
Wednesday, October 3 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
PC Doctor September 7, 2018
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Teen Minecraft Club Returns!
Tuesday, September 11, 2018 @ 3:30 p.m.
Children’s Program: Musical Petting Zoo!
Wednesday, September 19 @ 3:30 p.m. For Children in grades Pre - K through 5.
Teen Movie: Flubber!
Friday, September 14 @ 3:30 p.m.
Saturday Hours are back!
The Athol Public Library will be open on Saturdays from 9:30 - 1:00!
Learn ukulele with Julie!
Tuesday September 25 at 6:00 pm. Registration Required!
Knit Wits are back!
Wednesdays from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Movie Showing: Leap!
Wednesday, September 19 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. All ages welcome!
Minecraft & Roblox Club!
Fridays, 9/14, 9/28, 10/12, and 10/26. For children in grades 3 and 4.
PC Doctor August 31, 2018
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Library CLOSED Monday, September 3, 2018
The library will be closed in observance of Labor Day
September Preschool Story Time!
Wednesdays, 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
Teen Program: Slime Time!
Friday, September 7, 2018 @ 3:30 p.m. For grades 5 - 12.
Craftastic Kids: Tube Critters!
Wednesday, September 12 from 4:15 - 5:15 p.m. Registration required!
New Materials August 29, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
2018 Millers River and Watershed Photo Contest
Sponsored by the Millers River Watershed Council & the Athol Public Library.
New Children’s Materials August 24, 2018
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor August 24, 2018
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Booked For Lunch Special Summer Session!
Monday, August 27 from Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Program: WWI Vintage Dance Demonstration with Kandie Carle and Marc Casslar.
Thursday, September 6, 2018 @ 6:00 p.m. Registration Required!
Children’s program: Playgroup!
Every Tuesday, 10:00 -11:00 am. For caregivers and children birth - 5 years.
PC Doctor August 17, 2018
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Mystery Book Discussion: Celine by Peter Heller
Tuesday, September 11, 2018 @ 6:30 p.m.
Athol Library’s 100th Birthday Party! Friday, August 17.
Summer reading ends Friday!
Special Teen Movie: Avengers Infinity War!
Friday, August 24 from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. Ages 13 - 20.
New Materials August 13, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Millers River and Watershed Photo Contest and Exhibition, co-sponsored by the Athol Public Library.
Submissions welcome August 17 through September 24.
PC Doctor August 10, 2018
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Kindergarten Story Time!
Wednesday, August 22 from 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
Creative Crafting for Adults: Paper Basket Making!
Wednesday, September 5 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
New Materials List August 8, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Teen Summer Programs August 14 through August 17, 2018!
Some programs require registration! Please call the library to register: 978-249-9515!
PC Doctor August 3, 2018
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New Materials August 2, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Athol Public Library’s 100th Birthday Party!
Friday, 8/17/18, from 5:00 - 7:00 pm in the Millers River Park behind the library.
August Story Walks!
Tuesday evenings & Friday mornings in August!
Special Events for Week 8 of Summer Reading!
Summer Reading ends August 17th. Be sure to come in for the last week of events!
Children’s Library August Program Break!
Baby & Toddler Time, Preschool Story Time, & LEGO Club.
New Children’s Materials July 30, 2018
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Teen Summer Programs August 7 through 10, 2018.
Some programs require registration! Please call the library to register: 978-249-9515!
Special Event for Week 7 of Summer Reading
Children’s Library Summer Workshop. Registration is Required!
Athol Public Library Presents: Open Mic Night!
Thursday, August 2nd. We’re lining up the acts, so come on out and support our local performers.
Teen Summer Programs August 1 & August 2, 2018
Please call the library to register: 978-249-9515! Registration required!
PC Doctor July 20, 2018
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Did you know?
We’re on Instagram.
New Children’s Materials July 19, 2018
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
The Athol Public Library Announces Libraries Rock - Open Mic Night!
Thursday, August 2 at 6:30 p.m. in the Athol Town Hall
Special Events for Week 6 of Summer Reading!
Children’s Library Summer Events. Registration is Required!
Teen Summer Programs July 23 through July 31.
Please call the library to register: 978-249-9515!
PC Doctor July 13, 2018
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New Materials July 11, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Teen Summer Programs the week of July 16 through 20!
Please call the library to register: 978-249-9515!
Week 5 of Summer Reading!
Children’s Library Summer Event. Registration is Required!
PC Doctor July 6, 2018
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Athol Rocks! One Billion Years as seen in Local Rocks and Landscape
July 25, 2018 @ 6:30 p.m. with Professor Richard Little.
Special Events for Week 4 of Summer Reading!
Children’s Library Summer Events. *Note: Some events require registration.*
Teen Summer Programs the week of July 11 through 15!
Please call the library to register: 978-249-9515!
Teen Ice Cream Social!
Friday, July 6 @ 3:30 p.m. Ages 12 - 20.
Library CLOSED Wednesday, July 4, 2018
The library will be closed on Wednesday, July 4th, in observance of Independence Day.
PC Doctor June 29, 2018
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Virtual Author Visit with Shane Burcaw
Read the book! Meet the Author!
New Materials June 27, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
NEW DATE: Free Concert: Reprobate Blues Band!
Friday, June 29, 2018 @ 6:30 p.m. In the Millers River Park behind the library.
Teen Summer Event: Wii Gaming!
Tuesdays, July 3 & 25 @ 3:30 p.m.
Special Events for Week 3 of Summer Reading
Children’s Library Summer Events. Call (978) 249 - 9515 to register.
PC Doctor June 22, 2018
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New Materials June 20, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Adult Summer Reading Program: Libraries Rock!
From June 25 through August 17, 2018. Some events require registration!
A Pleasant Pairing: Tea & Fine Chocolate!
Thursday, July 12, 2018 from 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. Registration is required!
Special Events for Week 2 of Summer Reading!
Children’s Library Summer Events. *Note: Some events require registration.*
Children’s Summer Reading: Online Reading Log!
Wandoo Reader access begins on June 25, 2018 at 9:30 am and will end on August 17, 2018 at 7:00 pm.
PC Doctor June 15, 2018
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Free Concert: Reprobate Blues Band!
In the Millers River Park behind the library. Thursday, June 28th @ 6:30 p.m.
ROCKIN’ TEEN TAKEOVER!
Teen Summer Kickoff Party. Friday, June 27 from 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. Grades 5 -12.
New Children’s Materials June 12, 2018
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Teen Summer Events!
From June 27 through August 17, 2018. Some events require registration!
New Museum Pass: Springfield Museums
Free admission for up to 4 people!
Libraries Rock! Summer Reading Kick-Off!
All Day June 25, 2018 to kick off the Children’s Library Summer Reading program.
Special Events for Week 1 of Summer Reading!
Children’s Library Summer Events. *Note: Some events require registration.*
PC Doctor June 8, 2018
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Children’s Library Summer Events!
June 25, 2018 through August 17, 2018. Free & Open to the Public!
Creating a Writer’s Anthology with Quabbin Quills!
Tuesday, June 26 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Teen Movie: Jumanji!
Friday, June 8, 2018 @ 3:30 p.m. Ages 12 - 18.
PC Doctor June 1, 2018
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Afternoon Tea & History!
Sunday, June 10th at 2:00 p.m.
Teen Program: Origami Butterflies!
Wednesday, June 13 @ 3:30 p.m. For grades 5 - 12.
June Story Walks!
Tuesday from 4:00 - 7:30 p.m. & Friday from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Love, Laughter, and Rhubarb: Author Visit and Recipe Tasting!
Wednesday, June 13, 2018 @ 6:30 p.m.
Monarch Butterfly Waystation Workshop!
June 12 from 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. Registration Required!
New Materials May 30, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Wii Gaming!
Wednesday, June 6, 2018. Grades 5 - 12.
PC Doctor May 25, 2018
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Library CLOSED Monday, May 28, 2018
The library will be closed in observance of Memorial Day
New Children’s Materials May 22, 2018
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Mystery Book Discussion & Movie: Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie
Tuesday, June 12,2018 @ 6:00 p.m.
Hemlock Hospice: Landscape, Ecology, Art, and Design
Tuesday, May 29 @ 6:00 p.m.
PC Doctor May 18, 2018
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Summer Library Hours
The Athol Public Library will resume summer hours beginning on Monday, May 21.
New Materials May 17, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Teen Craft: Monster Bookmarks!
Wednesday, May 23 @ 3:30 p.m. For grades 5 - 12.
PC Doctor May 11, 2018
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Page 100 Poetry Celebration!
Tuesday, May 15 at 6:00 p.m.
Teen Survey!
To qualify for the raffle, survey responses must be entered by May 25, 2018.
Science Workshop: 3D Pens!
May 31, 2018 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Registration required!
Scavenger Hunt!
A comic book themed scavenger hunt upstairs at the library.
Paul McNiff’s Life Cycle Workshop: Meal Worms!
Wednesday, May 16, 3:45 - 4:45 p.m. Registration Required!
Teen Movie: Black Panther
Friday, May 18 @ 3:30 p.m.
Reconstructing History & Genealogy: Mom’s WWII Letters
Thursday, May 24 @ 6:00 p.m.
New Children’s Materials May 7, 2018
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Stuffed Animal Sleepover!
Friday, May 25 - Tuesday, May 29. For stuffed animals that belong to children 1-12 years old.
May Featured Artist: Journey to Africa by Mitchell R. Grosky
Special Artist Reception on Tuesday, May 22, 2018 from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
May Story Walks!
Tuesday from 3:00 - 7:30 p.m. & Friday from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
APL Book Club For Kids: Two Truths and a Lie: It’s Alive by Ammi-Joan Paquette and Laurie Ann Thompson.
Tuesday, May 22, 2018 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
New Materials May 3, 2018.
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Craftastic Kids: 3-D Rainbows!
Wednesday, May 23 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Tarot: An Introduction to Tarot Card Reading!
A hands - on workshop with Sally Cragin. Wednesday, 6/6/18 from, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
First Fridays in Downtown Athol!
A special town event on May 4, 2018 from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Meet Donna Jenson, author of Healing My Life From Incest to Joy.
Thursday, May 17, 2018 from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Wii Gaming!
Wednesday, May 9, 2018 @ 3:30 p.m. For grades 5 - 12.
Booked For Lunch May Selection
Ginny Moon by Benjamin Ludwig. Monday, May 21, 2018 @ Noon.
2nd Annual Millers River Plein-Air Art Paint-In and Show
For details, contact Tom Kellner at Tomkellner12@gmail.com.
PC Doctor April 27, 2018
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Mystery Book Discussion: Magpie Murders by Anthony Horowitz
Tuesday, May 8, 2018 @ 6:30 p.m.
May Story Times!
Wednesdays from 10:00 -11:00 a.m.
New Materials April 27, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
New Materials April 24, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Free Comic Book Day!
Saturday, May 5th from 10:00 - 12:30 p.m. All ages welcome!
Special Movie Showing: Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope!
May 4, 2018 from 6:30 - 8:45 p.m.
Author Visit & Book Signing: Allen Young, Author of Left, Gay & Green: A Writer’s Life.
Tuesday, April 24 @ 6:30 p.m.
Feasting From Literature with Liz Barbour!
A cooking demonstration and tasting Wednesday, May 16 at 6:00 p.m.
Gardening for Pollinators!
Thursday, May 3, 2018 @ 6:00 p.m.
PC Doctor April 20, 2018
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So Close to Home with author Alison O’Leary
Hear a true WWII survival story at the Athol Public Library on April 26 at 6:00!
Increase Your Body Energy and Eliminate Daily Fatigue!
Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. Registration is required!
Young Adult Library Services Survey!
Calling all teens, parents and teachers!
Library CLOSED Monday, April 16, 2018
In observance of Patriot’s Day.
APL Book Club For Kids: Love that Dog by Sharon Creech.
Monday, April 30 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
PC Doctor April 13, 2018
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National Library Week 2018!
Programs and prizes all week long!
Teen Movie: Ferris Bueller’s Day Off!
Friday, April 20 at 3:30 p.m. Ages 12 - 18.
PC Doctor April 6, 2018
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The Amazing Magical Potter’s Wheel!
Thursday, April 19 @ 1:00 p.m. For all ages! Please call the Children’s Library to register at 978-249-9515.
Creative Crafting: Flower Fairies!
Wednesday, May 2 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Registration is required!
Teen Program: Paper Flowers
April 18, 2018 @ 3:30 p.m. Open to grades 5 - 12.
New Children’s Materials April 4, 2018
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
April Story Walks!
Fridays, April 6, 13, 20, 27 from 9:30 - 12:00.
Paul McNiff’s World’s Smallest Cherry Tomatoes and Bottle Biology Workshop
Wednesday, April 18 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
New Materials April 2, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Mystery Book Discussion: The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware
Tuesday, April 10, 2018 @ 6:30 p.m.
NEW: Card Game Club!
Mondays, 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Free & Open to ages 12 & up.
PC Doctor March 30, 2018
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Teen Program: Updos with Carly!
Friday, April 13 @ 3:30 p.m. Please register.
How Can Soil Carbon Restoration in Farming Reduce Climate Change?
April 12 at 6:00 p.m.
April Story Times!
Wednesdays from 10:00 -11:00 a.m.
PAGE 100 FOUND POETRY CONTEST
Part of Athol Library’s Centennial Celebration!
2018 Peeps Diorama Contest!
Please bring entries to the Children’s Room between April 5 and April 20 during open hours. Ages 5 - 12.
Delvena Theatre Company Presents: Louisa’s Girls
Wednesday, April 11, 2018 @ 6:00 p.m. Registration Required!
PC Doctor March 23, 2018
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New Materials March 23, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Movie Showing: Ferdinand!
Wednesday, April 4 @ 1:00 p.m. All ages welcome.
New Materials List March 20, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
March ATAC meeting!
Tuesday, March 27 from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Curveball: The Story of Baseball’s Female Jackie Robinson, Toni Stone
Thursday, March 22, 2018, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Teen Craft: Make a Plush Bunny!
Wednesday, March 28 @ 3:30 p.m.
PC Doctor March 16, 2018
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New Materials March 17, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Meet Your Legislators!
Friday, March 16 @ 7:30 a.m.
Athol Public Library CLOSED
Mystery discussion postponed until Wednesday evening at 6:30
APL Book Club For Kids: A Wrinkle in Time by Madeline L’Engle.
Monday, March 26 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
New Materials March 12, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Snap Circuits Workshop Rescheduled!
Thursday, March 23, 2018 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Please call the Children’s Library to register.
Creative Crafting: Paper Bead Jewelry!
Wednesday, April 4, from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Registration is required!
PC Doctor March 9, 2018
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Craftastic Kids: Make a Northern Lights Landscape
Wednesday, March 28 @ 4:00 p.m.
Booked For Lunch March
News of the World by Paulette Jiles. Monday, March 26, 2018 @ Noon.
Athol Public Library CLOSED & DELAYED Opening Thursday, 3/8/18
Closing early on 3/7 @ 4:30 p.m. Delayed opening on 3/8 @ 10:00 a.m.
Creative Crafting: Geometric Painting Postponed!
NEW DATE: Wednesday, 3/14/18, from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Teen Movie: Labyrinth
Friday, March 16 @ 3:30 p.m.
Book Worms Teen Book Club!
March 19th @ 3:30 p.m. We will be reading "The Bitter Side of Sweet" by Tara Sullivan.
Mini-Golf is Coming to the Athol Public Library!
As part of our 100th anniversary celebration. The dates will be Saturday, March 24th, and Sunday, March 25th – Mark your calendars!
March & April Art Exhibit: Landscape Oil Paintings by Mari Rovang!
Reception: Tuesday, March 6 from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Celebrate Pi Day!
Wednesday, 3/14/18 @ 3:30 p.m. Grades 5 - 12!
PC Doctor March 2, 2018
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New Materials February 28, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
March Story Times!
Wednesdays from 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
Movie Showing: Coco!
Wednesday, March 14 @ 1:00 p.m. All ages welcome!
March Story Walks!
Fridays, March 2, 9,16, 23, & 30 from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Mystery Book Discussion: Darktown by Thomas Mullen
Tuesday, March 13, 2018 @ 6:30 p.m.
New Children’s Materials February 23, 2018
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor February 23, 2018
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Reverence, Resistance, Resilience film series: Two Short Films About Shaping the Future
Thursday March 15, 2018 6:00 pm
Children’s Science Workshop: Snap Circuits: Electricity and Magnets
Thursday, March 8, from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. For children in grades 3 - 5.
Judge and author Michael Ponsor’s visit to the Athol Public Library has been rescheduled!
Saturday, March 10, 2018 @ Noon.
New Materials February 20, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor February 17, 2018
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Library CLOSED Monday, February 19, 2018.
The library will be closed in observance of Presidents’ Day
New in the Children’s Room!
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) resources.
Community Reading Day Readers Needed!
Reading takes place from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. on March 2, 2018.
Booked For Lunch February Selection
South Pole Station by Ashley Shelby. Monday, 2/26/18 @ Noon.
The Athol Public Library and North Quabbin Citizen Advocacy present Valuing Lives
Film Screening, Tuesday, 3/6/18 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Teen Movie: The Princess Bride
Friday, February 23, 2018 @ 3:30 p.m.
PC Doctor February 9, 2018
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Craftastic Kids: Galaxy Jars
Friday, February 23 from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. This program is for ages 8 - 12 years.
Teen Program: Learn to Make an Origami Crane
Wednesday, 2/21 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Open to grades 5 - 12.
Movie Showing: Despicable Me 3
February 21, 2018 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Library Closing at Noon on Wednesday, February 7
Due to Weather
New Materials February 7, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
The Athol Public Library presents Art Show with Works by Jenny Gabrenas
Meet the Artist - Today! 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
New Children’s Materials February 6, 2018
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Children’s Program: STEM (Science Technology Engineering Math) Workshop with Paul McNiff!
Thursday, 2/22/18 from 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Registration Required! For grades 2 - 5.
Book Worms Teen Book Club!
February 26, 2018 @ 3:30 p.m.
PC Doctor February 2, 2018
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APL Book Club For Kids: Booki Vivat’s Everyday Disasters and Impending Doom!
Monday, 2/26/18 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Feasting on 10 Minute Meals with Liz Barbour!
Wednesday, 2/28/18 @ 6:00 p.m. Limited to 35 Slots!
February Story Times!
Wednesdays from 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
Athol Public Library Centennial Coloring Contest!
To celebrate our 100th Birthday! Now through February 17.
Mystery Book Discussion: Before the Fall by Noah Hawley
Tuesday, 2/13/18 @ 6:30 p.m.
Teen Program: Sending Love with Creative Cards!
February 5, 2018 @ 3:30 p.m. For grades 5 - 12.
New Materials January 29, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor January 26, 2018
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Author Visit: Michael Ponsor Cancelled
The program will not be held at the library on 1/20/18.
New Materials January 22, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Science Workshop
Tuesday, February 20, 2018 from 4:15 - 5:30 p.m. For children in grades 3 - 5.
PC Doctor January 19, 2018
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Creative Crafting: Paper Flower Making
Wednesday, 2/7/18 from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
January ATAC Meeting!
Tuesday, January 23 @ 5:00 p.m
New Magazine at the Athol Public Library: GLAMOUR!
A new magazine offered to library patrons
New Materials January 13, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Are You Ready For Card and Role Playing Games?
Magic, Yu-Gi-Oh, Pokemon and more!
PC Doctor January 12, 2018
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Program: Teen LEGO!
Wednesday, 1/24/18 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Grades 5 - 12.
Library CLOSED Monday, January 15, 2018.
Closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Starrett Memorial United Methodist Church & Friends of the Athol Public Library Present: Centennial Celebration Concert
Sunday, 1/14/18 @ 4:00 p.m. at the Starrett Memorial United Methodist Church.
Movie Showing: My Little Pony the Movie
Wednesday, 1/31/18 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Program: Get Organized in 2018!
Tuesday, January 23, 2018 @ 6:00 p.m.
PC Doctor January 6, 2018
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New Children’s Materials January 6, 2018
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
New Art Exhibition in the Athol Public Library Children’s Room!
On view through the month of January.
Quabbin Quills Book Launch
Tuesday, 1/30/18 from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Author Visit: Senior Massachusetts District Court Judge and Mystery Writer Michael Ponsor.
Saturday, January 20, 2018 @ Noon.
Library CLOSED Early Today!
Library closed at noon today due to the Snow Storm
January Story Walks!
Fridays, January 12, 19, & 26 from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
New Materials January 3, 2018
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
January Story Times!
Wednesdays from 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
Athol Library Trustees Announce Fine Free Weeks
December 26 - January 6
Make A Monster Puppet!
Wednesday, 1/17 from 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. For kids 5 to 12 years of age.
APL Book Club For Kids: Bubonic Panic by Gail Jarrow.
Monday, January 8, 2018 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Registration is required!
Athol Public Library New Years Hours!
The Athol Public Library will be Closed January 1, 2018 in observance of New Years Day.
December ATAC Meeting!
Tuesday, December 26 @ 5:00 p.m.
Athol Public Library Holiday Hours!
Library CLOSED December 22 through December 25, 2017 for the Christmas Holiday.
Athol Public Library: Annual Holiday Open House!
Thursday, December 21, 2017 from 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Free Saturday Raffle Tomorrow!
Saturday, December 16, 9:30 – 1:00 p.m.
PC Doctor December 15, 2017
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Tuesday’s Mystery Book Discussion of Two Days Gone by Randall Silvis is Postponed!
The book discussion will be postponed to Thursday, December 14, 2017 @ 1:00 p.m.
Call for Clean, Reusable Cloth Bags!
The library would like to start lending book bags.
Creative Crafting: Sock Snowmen!
A New Series of Monthly Workshops for Adults. Wednesday, January 10, 2018 from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
PC Doctor December 8, 2017
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Reusable Cloth Bags Now Available at the Athol Public Library!
A limit of 2 bags per family. The plastic grocery bag ban goes into effect on January 1, 2018.
New Traveling Exhibition in the Athol Public Library Children’s Room!
Beginning on December 6, 2017.
Decorate a Winter Castle!
Wednesday, December 20 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. For ages 3 - 12.
December Story Walks!
Fridays, December 8, 15, & 29 from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
New Materials December 1, 2017
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
J.R. Greene Presents: Slide Program of Quabbin Scenes and 2018 Calendar and Book Signing!
Saturday, December 9, 2017 @ 11:00 a.m.
Winter Crafts: Old-Fashioned Berry Bowls & Sparkling Snowflake Suncatchers
Saturday, December 9, 2017 from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
PC Doctor December 2, 2017
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Drive-In Movie: Cars 3.
December 13 @ 1:00 p.m. Registration is necessary!
New Children’s Materials November 30, 2017
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Art Exhibit:
Exhibition & Art Sale December 1 - January 31.
Mystery Book Discussion: Two Days Gone by Randall Silvis
Tuesday, December 12 @ 6:30 p.m.
Booked For Lunch December Selection
The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown. Monday, 12/18/17 @ Noon.
December Story Times!
Wednesdays from 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
PC Doctor November 22, 2017
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Library CLOSED 11/23 through 11/25
In observance of Thanksgiving
PC Doctor November 17, 2017
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New Children’s Materials November 17, 2017
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
November ATAC Meeting!
Tuesday, November 28 @ 5:00 p.m.
Film Screening: Awake: A Dream from Standing Rock
Tuesday, December 5 @ 6:00 p.m.
APL Book Club For Kids: The Wild Robot by Peter Brown
Monday, November 27, 2017 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
PC Doctor November 9, 2017
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Movie Showing: The Nut Job 2: Nutty by Nature
Wednesday, November 22 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Creative Crafting: A New Series of Monthly Workshops for Adults
Holiday Card Making, Wednesday, December 6, 2017 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Library CLOSED Friday, November 10 & Saturday November 11
Closed in observance of Veterans Day
PC Doctor November 3, 2017
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The Athol Public Library Announces a Free Saturday Raffle!
Saturday, November 4, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Booked For Lunch November Selection
The Orphan’s Tale by Pam Jenoff. Monday, November 27, 2017 @ Noon.
PC Doctor October 27, 2017
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Children of the Night: A History of Dracula in Literature and on Screen!
Wednesday, November 15, 2017 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
New Materials October 26, 2017
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Teen LEGO Workshop: Make Your Own Stop Motion Animation Film!
Wednesdays, November 1, 8, & 15 from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Grades 5 - 12.
Children’s Program: Make Scarecrow Cookies!
Thursday, November 9, 2017 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. For children ages 5 - 12.
November Story Times!
Wednesdays from 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
New Children’s Materials October 24, 2017
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Requiem for the American Dream Film and Discussion!
Wednesday, November 1, 2017 @ 7:00 p.m.
PC Doctor October 20, 2017
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Mystery Book Discussion: Girl Waits With Gun by Amy Stewart
Tuesday, November 14, 2017 @ 6:30 p.m.
October ATAC Meeting!
Tuesday, 10/24/17 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Story Walk & Party!
Friday,10/20/17 from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Make a Garlic, Herbal, and Dried Flower Kitchen Swag!
Saturday, November 18 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Bring Us Your Bags!
ATAC members ask patrons to help!
Adult Coloring Club!
Wednesday, 10/18/17 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
PC Doctor October 13, 2017
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New Children’s Materials October 13, 2017
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Program: Journey to Africa with Mitchell R. Grosky!
Tuesday, 10/24 from 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. Registration appreciated!
Craftastic Kids: Leaf Art!
Wednesday, October 25 from 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. Registration Required!
Program: Tom Whitney Presents: What Is Time?
Wednesday, October 25 from 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. For ages 8 to adult!
PC Doctor October 6, 2017
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Library CLOSED Monday, October 9, 2017
Closed in observance of Columbus Day
Program: Ghostology 101: A General Study of the Paranormal with Agawam Paranormal!
Thursday, October 19, 2017 from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
New Traveling Exhibition at the Athol Public Library Children’s Room!
The exhibition runs through the end of October.
2017 Pumpkin Decorating Contest
October 23 - 28. Open to children 5 - 12 years of age.
New Materials October 2, 2017
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Athol Public Library Art Exhibit: Jane Duderstadt/New Collages
October and November 2017. Artist’s Reception October 10 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
APL Book Club for Kids!
October 23, 2017 we will be reading Ben Hatke’s Zita the Spacegirl!
PC Doctor September 29, 2017
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New Children’s Materials September 28, 2017
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Booked For Lunch October Selection
A House Among the Trees by Julia Glass. Monday, October 23, 2017 @ Noon.
October Story Time!
Wednesdays, 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
LEGO Short Stop Motion Film Viewing!
Monday, October 2, 2017. Open to all ages.
Banned Books Week: Words Have Power!
Take our quiz to test your knowledge! September 24 - October 13, 2017
Film Screening: Before the Flood
Wednesday, October 11, 2017 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Anime Club Presents: Cosplay 101 with Special Guest Mink the Satyr
Tuesday, 10/17/17 from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. For Adults & Teens. Call 978-249-9515 to register!
PC Doctor September 22, 2017
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Teen Program: SLIME TIME!
Wednesday, October 4, 2017 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Space is Limited! Grades 5 - 12.
Gentle Hatha Yoga with Sari!
4 Saturdays: 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, from 10:30 - 11:45 a.m.
Adult Coloring Club!
Wednesday, 9/20/17 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
PC Doctor September 15, 2017
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September ATAC Meeting!
Tuesday, 9/26/17 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Teen Program: Archery
Monday, October 2 from 3:15 - 5:00 p.m. A parental permission form is required!
Movie Showing: Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie!
Wednesday, 9/20/2017, from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Free & Open to the Public!
Ware’s Boys of Summer Author Visit & Book Signing
Thursday, September 28, 2017 @ 6:00 p.m.
Art Exhibition:
New Traveling Exhibition in the Athol Public Library Children’s Room.
PC Doctor September 8, 2017
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Athol Library Saturday Raffle
For everyone who borrows a book on 9/9/17.
New Materials September 7, 2017
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Booked For Lunch September Selection
The Book That Matters Most by Ann Hood. Monday, September 25, 2017 @ Noon.
College Admissions Testing: A Roadmap for the SAT, ACT, and Other Tests
Tuesday, September 19, 2017 from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Call the library at 978-249-9515 to register.
Teen Minecraft Club!
Tuesdays, starting 9/19/17. 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Please call 978-249-9515 to register.
Website Down for Server Upgrades
Beginning at midnight tonight, 9/5.
New Children’s Materials September 5, 2017
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Four - Week Astrology program with Mara Bright
Tuesdays, September 26, October 3, 10, & 17 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Attendance at all 4 sessions is a must.
PC Doctor September 1, 2017
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The Athol Public Library Announces Saturday Hours!
9:30 – 1:00, September 9 through May 19.
Library CLOSED Monday, September 4, 2017
The library will be closed in observance of Labor Day
September Story Time!
Wednesdays, 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
Craftastic Kids: Rainbow Spinners!
Wednesday, September 13 from 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. Registration is required!
Children’s Minecraft Club!
Starting Friday, 9/8/17 in the program room. Registration is required!
LEGO Club: Stop Motion Animation Series!
Mondays, September 11, 18, & 25 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. For grades 1 - 5. Registration is required!
PC Doctor August 25, 2017
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Book Worms Teen Book Club!
3rd Monday of the month from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. For students in grades 5 - 12.
PC Doctor August 18, 2017
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Working Together for Farms and Local Food: Author Visit and Book Signing!
Tuesday, August, 29 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Candy Bingo!
September 1, 2017 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. For grades K - 5. Registration is required!
Come View The Great American Eclipse!
Monday, 8/21/17 from 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Eclipse viewing, crafts, and cookies!
Gentle Hatha Yoga with Sari!
3 Tuesdays: 9/5, 9/12, and 9/19, 6:00 - 7:15 p.m.
New Children’s Materials August 15, 2017
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
August ATAC meeting!
Tuesday, August 22 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
PC Doctor August 11, 2017
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"Captivating Cartography": A Unique Display provided by the Commonwealth Museum of Boston and William F. Galvin.
A map display on exhibit at the APL through September 6.
Adult Coloring Club!
Wednesday, August 16 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Take a survey and be entered into a drawing for an iPad!
The Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners would like to hear from you!
New Children’s Materials August 7, 2017
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor August 4, 2017
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New Materials August 4, 2017
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Kindergarten Story Time!
Wednesday, August 23, 2017 from 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
Summer Isn’t Over Yet!
Check out our museum passes that you can borrow.
Booked For Lunch Special Summer Session!
Monday, August 28 from Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Film Screening: Smurfs: The Lost Village
Thursday, August 24 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. All ages are welcome!
PC Doctor July 28, 2017
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New Materials July 27, 2017
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Hannaford Helps Reusable Bag Program!
For the entire month of August 2017 purchases will support the Friends of the Athol Public Library!
Movie Showing: Boss Baby!
Wednesday, August 9, 2017 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Book Worms Teen Book Club Film Screening: A Monster Calls!
Monday, August 7, 2017 from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Big Bubbles in the Park!
Friday August 4, 2017 from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. (Rain Date: 8/18)
PC Doctor July 21, 2017
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New Materials July 20, 2017
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
July ATAC Meeting!
Tuesday, July 25 from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. (Rain Date: 8/1)
One Bite Can Change Your Life: Tick-Borne Diseases Are Preventable! Tick Facts, Understanding Risk, Tick Bite Prevention
Tuesday, July 25, 2017 @ 6:00 p.m.
PC Doctor July 14, 2017
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Children’s Summer Program: Paws to Read!
Friday, July 28 from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Registration required!
Children’s Summer Program: Fairy House Making!
Thursday, July 27 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Registration is required!
Anime Club’s Sailor Moon July!
Tuesday, July 18 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. For grades 6+.
Kids’ Coloring Club!
Wednesdays July 19 & August 16 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Adult Coloring Club!
Wednesdays July 19 & August 16 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Scavenger Hunt!
Here’s a little summer fun!
PC Doctor July 7, 2017
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Children’s Summer Program: Make Homemade Ice Cream!
Friday, July 21 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Registration is Required!
Build A Better World: Microscopic Worlds with Paul McNiff!
Tuesday, July 18 from 12:30 - 1:15 p.m. Registration is required!
Children’s Summer Program: Build a Giant Block City!
Wednesday, July 26 from 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Registration is required!
Book Worms Teen Book Club!
Summer meeting dates: July 17 and August 21 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Cupcake Decorating Challenge!
Wednesday, July 19 from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Registration Required!
Family Concert with Dave Polansky!
July 13 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. All ages welcome!
Build a Better World! How to Speak So Your Legislators Will Listen
Tuesday, July 18, 2017 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
PC Doctor June 30, 2017
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Library CLOSED Tuesday, July 4, 2017
The library will be closed on Tuesday, July 4th, in observance of Independence Day.
New Materials June 30, 2017
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Teen Program: Wild Knights Chess Club!
Thursdays from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. All school aged children are welcome.
Build A Better World: Teen Summer Programs!
Please call the library to register for your space at 978-249-9515!
Children’s Summer Program: Royal Fairy Tale Ball
July 11 from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Ages 3 - 6. Registration Required!
Young Adult Summer Reading!
One raffle ticket for every book you read through July & August.
Children’s Summer Program: Life-Size Candy Land!
Wednesday, July 12 from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Teen Summer Program: Wii Wednesdays!
Wednesdays through July and August from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. For grades 5 - 12.
Teen Programs: Summer Machine Sewing Workshops!
Small Run Around Bag July 11 - 14; Larger Quilted Tote Bag July 18 - 21. Workshops run from 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Very Limited Space!
PC Doctor June 23,2017
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Beauty and the Beast Movie Showing!
Thursday, July 6, 2017 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. All ages welcome!
Children’s Summer Program: Ice Castle Building & Frozen Film Screening
Wednesday, July 5 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Registration Required!
Children’s Summer Program: Teddy Bear Picnic!
Wednesday June 28 from 11:00 - 11:45 a.m. Registration required!
Make & Take LEGO Workshop!
June 30 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Registration required!
PC Doctor June 16, 2017
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Program: 3D Printing and Robotics
Tuesday, June 27, 2017 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Program: The Art of Self-Publishing with Local Author Steven Michaels
June 29, 2017 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Registration Required!
The Athol Public Library presents: Summer Reading for Adults 2017
June 19 - August 31, 2017.
Adult Coloring Club!
Wednesday, June 21 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Kids’ Coloring Club!
Wednesday, June 21 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
June Art Exhibit: Millers River Plein-Air Art Show
The art exhibit for June at the Athol Public Library is sponsored by the Millers River Watershed Council.
PC Doctor June 9, 2017
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Children’s Program: 3-D Printing & Robotics!
Tuesday, June 27 from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. For Grades 2 - 5. Registration Required!
Film Screening: Freedom to Marry
Tuesday, June 20, 2017 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Movie Screening: LEGO Batman!
Thursday, June 22, 2017 from 1:00 - 3:15 p.m.
New Children’s Materials June 7, 2017
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
New Materials June 6, 2017
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
John McDonough’s Pumpernickel Puppets!
Wednesday, June 28 from 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Craftastic Kids: Unicorns!
Wendesday, June 14 from 4:00 - 4:45 p.m.
PC Doctor June 2, 2017
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Delvena Theatre Company Presents: W.C. Fields & Mae West!
Thursday, June 15 @ 6:00 p.m. Registration is Required!
The Caterpillar Lab
Monday, June 26 from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Open to all ages.
Booked For Lunch June Selection
The Life We Bury by Allen Eskens. Monday, June 26, 2017 @ Noon.
PC Doctor May 26, 2017
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Library CLOSED Monday, May 29, 2017
The library will be closed in observance of Memorial Day
New Children’s Materials May 24, 2017
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Mystery Book Discussion: The Lincoln Lawyer by Michael Conelly
Tuesday, June 13, 2017 @ 6:00 p.m.
Program: Ted Reinstein Wicked Pissed presentation & book sigining
Wednesday, June 7, 2017 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
PC Doctor May 19, 2017
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Story Walk: Have You Seen My Cat? by Eric Carle
Friday, May 19 from 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
PC Doctor May 12, 2017
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Trustees of Reservation Go Pass!
A new pass available to Athol Library patrons.
Adult Coloring Club!
Wednesday, May 17 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Kids’ Coloring Club!
Wednesday, May 17 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Anime Club: Time Leaping!
Monday, May 22, 2017 from 4:00 - 6:15 p.m. For grades 6 and up.
New Materials May 8, 2017
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
May Art Exhibit: A Quabbin Farm Album
Opening Reception Tuesday, May 9 from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
PC Doctor May 5, 2017
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Children’s New Materials May 5, 2017.
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
New Materials May 5, 2017
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Booked for Lunch May Selection
Take Me With You by Catherine Ryan Hyde. Monday, May 22, 2017 @ Noon.
Star Wars Week!
May 1 - 5: Star Wars themed activities in the Children’s Library.
Mystery Book Discussion: The Other Side of Silence by Philip Kerr
Tuesday, May 9, 2017 @ 6:30 p.m.
May Craftastic Kids!
Wednesday, May 10 from 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. For grades K - 5.
PC Doctor April 28, 2017
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May Story Times!
Wednesdays from 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
PC Doctor April 21, 2017
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Uses of the Quabbin Reservoir During World War 2
Tuesday, April 25, 2017 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Enter the Great Brownie Bake-Off!
Tuesday, May 23 from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. Four age groups included.
Anime Club’s April
Tuesday, April 25 from 4:30 - 7:15 p.m.
PC Doctor April 14, 2017
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Library CLOSED Monday, April 17, 2017
The library will be closed for Patriots’ Day.
April Athol Teen Advisory Council Meeting!
Tuesday, April 18 @ 5:00 p.m. In the Teen Space!
Book It to the Woods!
Wednesday, April 19, from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
April Vacation Week Events in the Children’s Library!
April 18 through April 21, 2017.
Kids’ Coloring Club!
Wednesday, April 19 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Adult Coloring Club!
Wednesday, April 19 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
National Library Week 2017!
Transform your ideas about the library: celebrate National Library Week April 10 - 14.
Fashion in Fiction!
Thursday, April 13 @ 6:30 p.m. Registration Required!
Children’s New Materials April 3, 2017.
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor April 7, 2017
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Teen News: April Vacation Week Activities!
Tuesday, April 18 through Thursday, April 20.
Booked for Lunch April Selection
Did You Ever Have a Family by Bill Clegg. Monday, April 24, 2017 @ Noon.
Celebrate Henry David Thoreau’s Bicentennial with Corinne Smith!
Thursday, April, 20, 2017 from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Registration Required!
PC Doctor March 31, 2017
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New Materials March 31, 2017
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Children’s Library: Peeps Diorama Contest!
Entries must be dropped off in the Children’s Room between April 7 - 21, 2017. Open to children up to grade 12.
Craftastic Kids: Monsters!
Wednesday, April 5 from 3:15 - 4:00 p.m. For grades K - 5.
April Story Time!
Wednesdays from 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
Movie Screening: Moana!
April 5, 2017 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. All ages are welcome.
Mystery Book Discussion: Make Me by Lee Child
Tuesday, April 11, 2017 @ 6:30 p.m.
PC Doctor March 24, 2017
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Fashion in Fiction: Clothing Speaks Volumes in Jane Austen’s Regency Novels with Kandie Carle!
Thursday, April 13 from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Registration Required!
March Athol Teen Advisory Council Meeting!
Tuesday, March 28 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Celebrate National Poetry Month with Us!
Diane Gillam Fisher, Appalachian poet, will give a reading on Thursday, April 6 @ 6:30 p.m.
New Children’s Materials March 20, 2017
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor March 17, 2017
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Anime Club: Fruits Basket March!
Monday, March 27 from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. For grades 6 +.
March 14 Yoga Cancelled
Make up date scheduled for MAY 30th.
Booked For Lunch March Selection
The Tower, The Zoo, and The Tortoise by Julia Stuart. Monday, March 27, 2017 @ Noon.
PC Doctor March 10, 2017
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Teen Program: Crazy Crafts!
Wednesdays, March 15, April 19, & May 17, from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Kids’ Coloring Club!
Wednesday, March 15, 2017 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Adult Coloring Club!
Wednesday, March 15, 2017 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
New Materials March 6, 2017
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Story Walk: And then it’s spring by Julie Fogliano.
Friday, March 24 from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
PC Doctor March 3, 2017
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Baby & Toddler Sign Language Classes: 4 Week Workshop with Sheryl White of Baby Kneads.
Thursdays, March 30 & April 6 @ 10:30 AM at the Athol Public Library. Thursdays, April 13 & 27 @ 10:30 AM hosted at Wheeler Memorial Library.
Craftastic Kids: March Monsters!
Wednesday, April 5, 2017 from 3:15 - 4:00 p.m.
Professor A’s Mad Science Hour!
Wednesday, March 22 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. For children in grades 2 - 5.
LEGO Club Party!
Monday, March 13, 2017 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. For grades 1 and up!
Movie Showing: Moana!
Wednesday, April 5th, 2017 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. All ages are welcome.
PC Doctor February 24, 2017
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March Story Time!
Wednesdays, from 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
Program: Introduction to Writing Picture Books with children’s book author & illustrator Jennifer E. Morris
Wednesday, March 8, 2017 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. For ages 14 & up.
Program:
Thursday, March 2, 2017 @ 6:30 p.m.
ATAC Meeting!
Tuesday, February 28, 2017 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
PC Doctor February 17, 2017
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New Children’s Materials February 17, 2017
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Library CLOSED Monday, February 20, 2017.
The library will be closed in observance of Presidents’ Day
Vegetarian Cooking for Teens!
Wednesday, March 1 from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. For grades 5 - 12.
Story Walk: Doctor De Soto by William Steig.
Friday, February 17 from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
New Children’s Materials February 14, 2017
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Children’s Program: Fun Films!
Tuesday, February 21 - Friday, February 24 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
PC Doctor February 10, 2017
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Athol Public Library: Oscars Party!
Friday, February 24, from 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. Ages 18 and up. Registration Required!
Library CLOSED Thursday, February 9, 2017
Due to the impending snowstorm.
Tinker Kit Training Rescheduled.
Rescheduled to Tuesday, February 21, from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Tuesday, February 7, 2017 Athol Library CLOSING @ 4:30 p.m.
Due to the messy weather conditions.
Tonight’s
Due to the messy weather conditions.
Gentle Hatha Yoga With Sari
Eight Tuesdays from 6:30 - 7:45 p.m.
PC Doctor February 3, 2017
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New Materials February 2, 2017
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Craftastic Kids: Paper Fortune Teller!
Wednesday, February 22, from 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Take Your Child to the Library Day!
Friday, February 3, 2017.
February Art Exhibit:
Exhibit Opens February 2, 2017.
Tonight’s
We’ll meet on Thursday at 6:00 p.m.
Paws to Read!
Tuesdays, 2/21, 3/21, 4/18, & 5/16 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
PC Doctor January 27, 2017
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Mystery Book Discussion: The Widow by Fiona Barton
Tuesday, February 14, 2017 @ 6:30 p.m.
February Story Time!
Wednesdays from 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Children’s Library: Decorate a Card!
For the month of February!
Movie Showing: Surf’s Up 2: Wave Mania!
Wednesday, February 1, 2017 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
New Children’s Materials January 24, 2017
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor January 20, 2017
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Free E - Books & E - Audiobooks!
Download e - books and e - audiobooks with your library card for free!
IMPORTANT: Public Computers Unavailable Friday, January 20.
Due to scheduled software installation.
Teen Book Club!
Mondays, 1/23, 2/27, 3/20, 4/24, 5/15, & 6/19.
Anime Club: Rice Ball Activities!
Tuesday, 1/17 from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. & Wednesday, 1/25 from 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Story Walk & Book Giveaway!
Friday, January 27, 2017 from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
PC Doctor January 13, 2017
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Library CLOSED Monday, January 16, 2017
Closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr., Day
Children’s Library Event: Hat Day!
Friday, January 13, 2017. A drop in hat craft will be available. No registration is required!
Kids’ Coloring Club!
Wednesday, 1/18 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Grades K - 8.
Adult Coloring Club!
Wednesday, 1/18 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Mystery Discussion postponed until Thursday, 1/12/17 @ 6:30 p.m.
We hope to see you Thursday.
Teen Program: Maker Party: Hand-Sewn T-Shirt Backpacks.
Wednesday, January 18, 2017 from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. For students in grades 5 - 12.
New Children’s Materials January 10, 2017
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Children’s Program: Craftastic Kids!
Wednesday, 1/18, from 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. For children in grades K - 5.
Booked For Lunch & Local Author Visit!
American Odyssey by Brian M. Gelinas. Monday, 1/23/17 @ Noon.
PC Doctor January 6, 2017
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APL January Art Exhibit: The Art of Melizza Chernov, Children’s Book Illustrator
Reception, Tuesday, 1/10, from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Free & Open to the Public!
New: Health & Law Resources on the Athol Library Website
NEW resources are featured on our Services page.
APL presents: Ms. G’s Shadowy Road to Fame
With Meterologist & Children’s Author Mish Michaels. Thursday, 1/26 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
New Materials January 5, 2017
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Disney Scavenger Hunt!
Find the 8 Disney friends that are in the Children’s Library.
The Lost Art of Snail Mail
6:00 - 7:45 p.m. January 17, 24, 31, & February 7.
Children’s Program: Professor A’s Mad Science Hour!
Wednesday, 1/11/17 from 4:15 - 5:15 p.m. For grades 2 - 5. Registration Required!
PC Doctor December 30, 2016
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Mystery Book Discussion: Triptych by Karin Slaughter
Tuesday, January 10, 2016 @ 6:30 p.m.
New Children’s Materials December 22, 2016
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Paws to Read!
Tuesday, January 17 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Registration Required. For grades k - 12.
January Story Time!
Wednesdays from 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Athol Public Library Announces Fine Free Weeks!
Tuesday, December 27 through Friday, January 13.
PC Doctor December 23, 2016
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ATAC Meeting!
Tuesday, December 27 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Be a Tree Program: A Dog Bite Prevention Seminar For School-Age Children presented by Donna Anderson.
Tuesday, 12/27 from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Family Game Night!
Tuesday, December 27 from 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. All ages are welcome.
Athol Library Holiday Hours!
Happy Holidays!
PC Doctor December 16, 2016
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Booked For Lunch December Selection
The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper by Phaedra Patrick. Monday, December 19 @ Noon.
Anime Club Holiday Party!
Monday, 12/19 from 4:45 - 7:00 p.m. For grades 6 -12.
Kids’ Coloring Club!
Wednesday, 12/21 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Adult Coloring Club!
Wednesday, 12/21 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Annual Holiday Open House!
Thursday, December 22, 2016 from 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Special Eric Carle Story Time!
Wednesday, December 28 from 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
New Materials December 12, 2016
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor December 9, 2016
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Story Walk: Cookie Decorating & Hat Giveaway!
December 16 from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Friends Newsletter
Would you like the inside scoop on happenings at the library?
Children’s Program: Craftastic Kids!
Wednesday, December 21, 2016 from 4:00 - 4:45 p.m.
Teen Craft Program: Celebrate The Winter Solstice!
Wednesday, December 21, 2016 from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Movie Showing: The Secret Life of Pets!
December 14, 2016 from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Menu Planning and the Essential Pantry
Tuesday, December 6, 2016 from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
PC Doctor December 2, 2016
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December Story Time!
Wednesdays from 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Children’s Program: Candy Bingo!
Wednesday, December 7 from 4:15 - 5:15 p.m.
Delayed Opening!
The Athol Public Library will be opening at noon on Friday, December 2.
Mystery Book Discussion: The Body in the Library by Agatha Christie
Tuesday, December 13, 2016 @ 6:00 p.m.
PC Doctor November 25, 2016
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New Children’s Materials November 25, 2016
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
New Materials November 23, 2016
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Program: Quabbin Martial Arts Center Presents: Martial Arts of Japan
December 1, 2016, from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Movie Screening: Voices of Spirit
Tuesday, November 29 @ 6:30 p.m.
Library CLOSED 11/24 & 11/25
In observance of Thanksgiving
PC Doctor November 18, 2016
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Author David Ira Rottenberg: A Reading of Gwendolyn, the Graceful Pig.
Wednesday, November 30 @ 5:00 p.m.
ATAC Meeting!
Tuesday, November 22, from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Story Walk!
Friday, November 18, from 9:30 - 11: 30 a.m.
PC Doctor November 10, 2016
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Library CLOSED Friday, November 11th
Closed in observance of Veterans Day
Kids’ Coloring Club!
Wednesday, 11/16, from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Adult Coloring Club!
Wednesday, 11/16, from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Hannaford Helps Reusable Bag Program
Buy a Bag and Help the Friends in November!
Bad Kitty Preschool Story Time!
November 21, 2016 from 1:00 -1:45 p.m.
Drop in Veterans Day Craft
November 7 - 10 in the Children’s Room during regular business hours.
PC Doctor November 4, 2016
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New Children’s Materials November 4, 2016
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Booked For Lunch November Selection
The Paris Architect by Charles Belfoure. Monday, 11/28 @ Noon.
Kid’s Craft: Create Your Own Turkey!
Wednesday, November 16, 2016 from 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. Sign up is required!
Program: Mysterious Massachusetts!
Tuesday, November 15, 2016. 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Kids’ Book Club!
Join the APL Book Club for Kids!
November Story Time!
Wednesdays, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
New Materials November 1, 2016
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Healthy & Allergen Free Holiday Baking 101 with Paula Castner
Thursday, November 10, 2016 @ 6:00 p.m.
PC Doctor 2: October 28, 2016
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PC Doctor 1: October 28, 2016
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Mystery Book Discussion: Charcoal Joe by Walter Mosley.
Tuesday, November 8, 2016 @ 6:30 p.m.
New Children’s Materials October 27, 2016
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
An Introduction to Genealogy with Jake Fletcher, Vice President of the New England Association of Professional Genealogists
Thursday, November 3, 2016 from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Halloween Story Walk!
Friday, October 28, 2016 from 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
ATAC Meeting!
Tomorrow, 10/25 @ 5:00 p.m. We will be decorating pumpkins.
Event: Pumpkin Decorating Contest!
Pumpkins must be dropped off at the APL Children’s Room between 10/21 & 10/28. Open to ALL ages.
Anime Club News!
Information about the Anime Club Web Forum & the Halloween Party on November 1, 2016.
Movie Showing: Alice Through The Looking Glass.
Wednesday, October 26, from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Kids’ Coloring Club!
Wednesdays, 10/19, 11/16, & 12/21. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
PC Doctor October 14, 2016
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New Materials October 24, 2016
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Adult Coloring Club!
Wednesdays, 10/19, 11/16, & 12/21. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Program: Lacto-fermentation: Kraut, Kavass, and Fermented Vegetables with Cristina Garcia of the Farm School
Thursday, October 27, 2016 at 6:30 p.m.
Teen Book Club!
Third Monday of the month from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. First meeting October 17.
Meet Local Authors!
Thursday, October 13 @ 5:30 p.m.
New Children’s Materials October 11,2016
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Library CLOSED Monday, October 10, 2016
Closed in observance of Columbus Day
Children’s Program: Professor A’s Mad Science Hour!
Wednesday, 10/19, from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. For grades 2 -5.
Teen Program: Archery at the Athol Public Library
Wednesday, 10/19 from 3:15 - 5:00 p.m. For grades 5 -12. Registration Required!
Llama Llama Story Time!
October 17 from 1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. Free & open to the public!
PC Doctor September 30, 2016
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2016 Pumpkin Decorating Contest!
Pumpkins must be dropped off at the APL Children’s Room between 10/21 & 10/28. Open to ALL ages.
Children’s Program: Story Time!
Wednesdays from 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
Mystery Book Discussion: The Gods of Gotham by Lyndsay Faye
Tuesday, October 11, 2016 @ 6:30 p.m.
New Children’s Materials September 26, 2016
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
TD Bank Affinity Program Donation!
The Friends of the APL participate in the TD Bank Affinity Program.
PC Doctor September 23, 2016
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New Materials September 22, 2016
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
ATAC Meeting!
Tuesday, September 27 @ 5:00 p.m.
Call for Local Authors! Deadline Extended!
We still have a few slots left for the Expo! Call the library today for more information.
PC Doctor September 16, 2016
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Adult Coloring Club!
Wednesday, September 21, 2016 @ 5:30 p.m.
Children’s New Materials September 16, 2016
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Children’s Program: Kid’s Craft!
Wednesday, September 28, from 4:15 - 5:00 p.m. Sign up required!
Program: Meet Laura Ingalls Wilder: A Yankee Woman Is A Curiosity!
Thursday, 9/29, @ 6:00 p.m. Registration Required!
Special Saturday Event: Fall Festival Fun @ the APL!
The Athol Public Library will be open Saturday, 9/17, 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., during the Downtown Fall Festival.
Kids’ Coloring Club!
Wednesday, September 21, 2016 @ 5:30 p.m.
Call for Local Authors! Athol Public Library announces Local Author Expo
To be held October 13, 2016. Application deadline is September 20, 2016.
Athol Cultural Council Training Sessions To Be Held At The Athol Library
Thursday, 9/15, from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. & Friday, 9/23, from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Teen Program: Teen Coloring Club!
2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month in the teen area starting on 9/28. For grades 5 - 12.
PC Doctor September 9, 2016
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Magazines!
A list of the magazines you can borrow with your library card
Teen Program: Minecraft Tuesdays!
Teen Minecraft Club, Tuesdays, 3:00 - 4:00. For students in grades 5 - 8.
Important ANIME CLUB Meeting!
September 12 @ 4:30 p.m. For grades 6 & up!
Lunch & Listen! Not-Outdoor Concert
Friday, September 9 @ Noon in the library lobby.
Program: Movie Showing: The Jungle Book!
Wednesday, 9/21, from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Program: Knit - Wits!
Wednesdays in the Conference Room from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
PC Doctor September 2, 2016
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Library CLOSED Monday, September 5, 2016
The library will be closed in observance of Labor Day
Teen Program: Nail Extravaganza!
Wednesday, 9/14, from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. For students in grades 5 - 12 in the Teen Space..
Summer Reading Prize Winners!
Congratulations!
Program: We Are Market Basket: Book Presentation with author Grant Welker
Thursday, September 15, 2016 @ 6:00 p.m.
Children’s Program: Story Time!
Wednesdays in September @ 10:15 a.m.
Mystery Book Discussion: Down Among the Dead Men by Peter Lovesey
Tuesday, September 13, 2016 @ 6:30 p.m.
PC Doctor August 26, 2016
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New Children’s Materials August 25, 2016
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Strange Fruit Movie Screening!
Tuesday, September 6, 2016 @ 7:00 p.m.
PC Doctor August 19, 2016
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New Materials August 19, 2016
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Lunch & Listen!
8/23/2016 @ Noon! A Concert in the Millers River Park by Liz Warder & Tom Deam!
Booked For Lunch: Special Summer Session!
Monday, August 22 @ Noon. What are you reading?
PC Doctor August 12, 2016
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Wii Gaming with Rheba Part 2!
Mondays, August 15 & 22, & Wednesdays, August 17 & 24, from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
ATAC Meeting!
Tuesday, August 30 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Kindergarten Story Time!
Wednesday, August 31, 2016 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Children’s Program: Science is Magic!
Monday, August 22, 2016 @ 1:00 p.m.
Children’s Minecraft Club Break!
August 12 will be our last meeting until September.
PC Doctor August 5, 2016
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Event: Pokemon Scavenger Hunt!
Monday, August 8 through Friday, August 26 in the adult section of the library.
Children’s Event: Pokemon Scavenger Hunt!
An ongoing fun activity for pokemon lovers in the Children’s Library. This program is intended for children up to 5th grade.
Teen Program: Wii Gaming with Rheba!
Monday, August 8 & Wednesday, August 10 from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Herbs: Cooking and Preservation
Tuesday, August 16, 2016 @ 6:30 p.m.
PC Doctor July 29, 2016
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Get in the Game - Learn How to Play Multicultural Games!
Wednesday, August 3, 2016 from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. This program is a part of our Teen Summer Reading Program.
Teen Summer Reading Challenge Week 7: Reading Challenge!
Reading Challenge # 3. This challenge is a part of the Get in the Game Read Summer Reading Program at the APL.
New Children’s Materials July 26, 2016
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
August Teen Programs!
These programs are a part of the Get in the Game Read Summer Reading Program for teens at the APL.
PC Doctor July 22, 2016
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Teen Anime Club!
Monday, July 25, from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
New Materials July 22, 2016
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Lunch and Listen Outdoor Concert!
at the Millers River Park (behind the Athol Library) July 26 @ Noon.
Children’s Summer Programs: July 25 - July 29!
These programs are a part of our "On Your Mark, Get Set...Read" Children’s Summer Reading Program at the Athol Public Library.
Teen Program: Super Salads Part 2!
Wednesday, 7/27, 2016 from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
The Athol Public Library presents: It Pays to Read!
Teens: Read off your overdue fines!
Kids’ Coloring Club!
Kids’ Coloring Club meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month: 7/20, 8/17, & 9/21 @ 5:30 p.m.
Children’s Library Activities!
August Schedule
Movie Showing: Tinker Bell and the Legend of Neverbeast!
July 22, 2016, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
PC Doctor July 15, 2016
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Museum Passes!
Check out some of these amazing passes we offer.
Program Reminder: Magical Creatures Series!
7/18, 7/19, & 7/20 from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Adult Coloring Club!
Adult Coloring Club meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month: 7/20, 8/17, & 9/21 @ 5:30 p.m.
Teen Program: Get in the Game - Hike!
Wednesday, 7/20 @ 3:00 p.m. This program is a part of the Get in the Game Read Summer Reading Program at the APL.
Teen Summer Reading Challenge Week 5: Super Salads Challenge!
Monday, July 18 from 3:30 - 5:00 pm. This challenge is a part of the Get in the Game Read Summer Reading program at the APL.
PC Doctor July 8, 2016
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New Children’s Materials July 8, 2016
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Children’s Summer Reading Program: July 11 - July 15!
These programs are a part of our "On Your Mark, Get Set...Read" Children’s Summer Reading Program at the Athol Public Library.
Teen Program: Share Your Game Through Art - Painted Towels
Tuesday through Thursday, July 12, 13, & 14 from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Wild Knights Chess Club!
Thursdays, July 7, 14, 21, & 28 from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Teen Summer Reading Challenge Week 4: Read 100 Pages!
7/6/16 - 7/13/16 This challege is a part of the Get in the Game Read Summer Reading Program at the APL.
PC Doctor July 1, 2016
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Teen Minecraft Tuesdays!
Tuesdays, July 5, 12, 19 & 26 from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
July Artist: Gary Lippincott
An Evening with illustrator Gary Lippincott: My Realm. Tuesday, 7/19 @ 6:30 p.m.
New Materials June 30, 2016
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
Library CLOSED Monday, July 4, 2016
The library will be closed on Monday, July 4th, in observance of Independence Day.
July Teen Programs!
These programs are a part of Get in the Game Read Summer Reading program at the APL.
Teen Summer Reading Challenge Week 3: Tool Town Quest!
Wednesday, July 6 from 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. This challenge is a part of Get in the Game Read Summer Reading program at the APL.
Children’s Summer Programs: July 5 - July 8!
These programs are a part of our "On Your Mark, Get Set...Read" Children’s Summer Reading Program at the Athol Public Library.
Poetry Workshop!
July 13 & July 27. 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
PC Doctor June 24, 2016
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New Children’s Materials June 24, 2016
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Children’s Summer Programs: June 27 - July 1!
These programs are a part of our "On Your Mark, Get Set...Read" Children’s Summer Reading Program at the Athol Public Library.
ATAC Celebrates Summer!
Next ATAC meeting, Tuesday, June 28 from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Program: Make a Fused Glass Pendant with Deenie Pacik Giuliano
Tuesday, July 12 @ 6:00 p.m. For adults & teens. REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
Teen Summer Reading Challenge Week 2: Selfie Time Challenge!
6/22/16 - 6/29/16 this challege is a part of Get in the Game Read Summer Reading program at the APL.
Teen Program: Anime Afternoons!
Monday, June 27 from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Summer LEGO Club!
Mondays, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Teen Program: Sew a Small Zippered Pocketbook!
Monday, June 27 - Thursday June 30 from 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. For ages 10 - 18.
PC Doctor June 17, 2016
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Children’s Summer Programs: June 20 - June 24!
These programs are a part of our "On Your Mark, Get Set...Read" Children’s Summer Reading Program at the Athol Public Library.
Program: Kids’ Coloring Club!
Next meeting, June 22, 2016 @ 5:30 p.m.
Program: Adult Coloring Club!
Wednesday, June 22, 2016 @ 5:30 p.m.
Children’s Program: Make Homemade Ice Cream!
Friday, June 17, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. For ages 5 through 5th grade. Registration Required!
Children’s Program: Life-Size Candy Land!
Thursday, June 16, from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. For ages 3 through 5th grade.
Get in the Game Read: Teen’s Wandoo Reader!
Teen Summer Reading Program at the APL for grades 6 - 12 starts June 15.
New Materials June 14, 2016
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Summer Reading for Adults 2016
June 14 - August 31. For every book you read this summer you have a chance to win our weekly raffle.
Children’s Wandoo Reader!
Children’s Summer Reading Program starts June 15.
PC Doctor June 10, 2016
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New Children’s Materials June 10, 2016
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Children’s 2016 Summer Reading Kick Off!
Beginning June 15th.
Teen Program: Quilted Tote Bag
Friday, June 17 - Thursday, June 23 from 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. For ages 10 - 18.
New Materials June 8, 2016
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Booked for Lunch June Selection
Still Life with Bread Crumbs by Anna Quindlen. Monday, June 27 @ Noon.
PC Doctor June 3, 2016
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Children’s Summer Programming!
A list of all of our wonderful programs for children this summer
Lunch and Listen! Outdoor Concert at the Millers River Park (behind the Athol Library)
June 7, 2016 @ Noon. Bring your lunch and a folding chair.
"Land and Skyscapes" Paintings by Susan Paju
Artist reception to be held Tuesday, June 7, from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Free & Open to the Public!
PC Doctor May 27, 2016
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PC Doctor May 20, 2016
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Library CLOSED Monday, May 30, 2016
The library will be closed for Memorial Day
Program: The Role of the Honeybee in Our Environment With Ken Warchol
Wednesday, June 8, 2016 @ 6:30 p.m. Registration Required!
Mystery Book Discussion: A Great Deliverance by Elizabeth George
Tuesday, June 14, 2016 @ 6:00 p.m.
Program:Tree Pruning and Organic Lawn and Garden Care
Friday, May 27 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. Millers River Park (behind Athol Public Library)
Color Printing Now Available From the Public Computers
Beginning Monday, May 23
Teen Program: Anime Afternoons!
Monday, May 23 from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Movie Showing: Norm of the North
Tuesday, May 31 from 4:00 p.m.- 5:45 p.m.
Film Screening: Free Spirits: The Birth, Life, and Loss of a New Age Dream
Tuesday, May 31, 2016 @ 7:00 p.m. Please call the library to sign up.
PC Doctor May 13, 2016
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Athol Library Event: The Great Chocolate Chip Cookie Bake-Off!
Tuesday, May 24 from 6:00 -7:00 p.m. Three age groups: under 13 years, 13 -18 years, & 18+ years,
New Materials May 13, 2016
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Program: An Evening with Eleanor Roosevelt portrayed by Carol Cohen
Thursday, May 26, 2016 @ 6:30 p.m.
New Materials May 12, 2016
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Story Walk: The Hello, Goodbye Window by Norton Juster & Chris Raschka
Friday, May 20, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Program: Kids’ Coloring Club!
Next meeting, May 18, 2016 @ 5:30 p.m.
Program: Adult Coloring Club!
Wednesday, May 18, 2016 @ 5:30 p.m.
Booked for Lunch May Selection
In the Kingdom of Ice by Hampton Sides. Monday, May 23, 2016 @ Noon.
PC Doctor May 6, 2016
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Children’s Program: Pajama Story Time!
Tuesday, May 17, 2016, from 6:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Teen Program: Duct Tape Wallets!
Wednesday, May 11 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. For grades 5 - 12.
Uniquely Quabbin Magazine Pre-Party
Thursday, May 12, from 5:30 - 8:00 pm. This event will feature the series of town map paintings by local artist Casey Williams.
New Children’s Materials May 3, 2016
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Mystery Book Discussion:
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 @ 6:30 p.m.
Drop in Mother’s Day Craft!
May 2 - May 6 in the Children’s Room
PC Doctor April 29, 2016
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May Art Exhibit:
Photographs by Mitch Grosky. Reception: Tuesday, May 3 from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Korean TV Drama Viewing: Pinocchio
Thursday, May 5 @ 6:00 p.m. For ages 16 and up, adults welcome. Sign up is required!
Program: Star Wars Origami!
Wednesday, May 4 from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. For grades 5+, adults welcome.
Children’s Program: May Story Time!
Wednesdays, 10:15 am - 11:00 a.m. No Story Time between May 30 & June 14.
New Materials April 25, 2015
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Children’s Program: Minecraft Club for 3rd & 4th Graders!
Fridays, May 13, May 27, June 10, & June 24 @ 4:15 p.m.
PC Doctor April 22, 2016
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New Materials April 22, 2016
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Teen Program: Anime Afternoons!
Monday, April 25, 2016 from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Children’s Programs: Teaching Creatures with Rae Griffiths!
Story Stars: For 3 - 5 year olds Wednesday, 4/27 from 11:00 am - 11:45 a.m. Animals of Spring: For school-aged children, Wednesday, 4/27 from 1:00 - 1:45 p.m.
ATAC Celebrates National Poetry Month
Tuesday, April 26 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Story Walk: Financial Literacy for Children!
"A Chair For My Mother" by Vera B. Williams. Friday, April 22 from 10:00 am - 11:30 a.m.
PC Doctor April 15, 2016
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National Library Week: Patron Appreciation Day!
Come on in for free coffee, tea, juice, and a pastry! Friday morning, April 15, 2016.
Children’s Program: A Special Pete The Cat Story Time!
Friday, April 22, from 1:00 - 1:45 p.m. For ages 4 & up.
Friends of the Athol Public Library Book Sale
Help us spring clean! Tuesday, 4/19.
Library CLOSED Monday, April 18, 2016
The library will be closed for Patriots’ Day.
Athol Public Library Community Survey
Please help the staff shape the next 5 years of library services.
Family Event: Thoreau for Kids!
Thursday, April 21 @ 1:00 p.m. For families of all ages! Please Register.
April Vacation Week!
4/18 - 4/22. A list of fun activities for teens during April Vacation Week.
Five Secrets to Success for a Great Garden!
Tuesday, April 19th at 6:00 p.m. Registration Requested - Please call 978-249-9515
April Vacation Week!
4/18 - 4/22. A list of fun activities for children during April Vacation Week.
PC Doctor April 8, 2016
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New Children’s Materials: April 8, 2016
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
National Library Week 2016!
Transform your ideas about the library: Celebrate National Library Week April 10 - 16
Family Event: Movie Showing!
The Peanuts Movie, 4/20/2016 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Korean TV Drama Viewing: Pinocchio
Spoken in Korean with English subtitles. Thursdays, starting on 4/21 @ 5:00 p.m. in the Conference Room.
The Athol Public Library presents: Summer in Spring: Botanical Collages by Linda Ruel Flynn
April 2016 Athol Public Library Conference Room. Closing Reception, Tuesday, April 26 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
PC Doctor April 1, 2016
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Teen Program: Mug It!
Wednesday, April 13 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. For grades 5 - 12. Please call to register.
April is National Donate Life Month
Program presentation by kidney recipient Tom Rich & book talk by Marcy Heath Robitaille. Wednesday, April 13 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Booked for Lunch April Selection
Flight of the Sparrow by Amy Belding Brown. Monday, April 25, 2016 @ Noon.
Program: The Basics of Tea
Tuesday, April 5, 2016 from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Registration required.
PC Doctor March 25, 2016
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New Materials March 24, 2016
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Adult Coloring Club!
Wednesdays, April 20, May 18, & June 22. From 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Kids’ Coloring Club!
April 20, May 18, & June 22.
Mystery Book Discussion:
Tuesday, April 12, 2016 @ 6:30 p.m.
New Materials March 23, 2016
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor March 18, 2016
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Teen Program: Mug Cakes!
Wednesday, March 30 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. For grades 5 - 12. Please call to register.
ATAC Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day!
Next ATAC meeting Tuesday, 3/22 @ 5:00 p.m.
Teen Program: Cool Experiments with Surface Tension!
Wednesday, March 23 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. For grades 5 - 12. Please call to register!
PC Doctor March 11, 2016
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New Children’s Materials March 11, 2016
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Program: Girls and Their Ghost Stories
Thursday, March 24, 2016, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Children’s Program: Kids’ Coloring Club!
Wednesday, March 16 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Please call the library to register!
March Art Exhibit: Works in Pastel by Laurie Neely
Public reception: Tuesday, March 15 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
PC Doctor March 4, 2016
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Spring Time Story Walk!
A reading of And Then It’s Spring by Julie Fogliano, illustrated by Erin E. Stead. Friday, March 25, from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Teen Program: Crazy Chromatography!
Wednesday, March 9, from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. For students in grades 5 - 12.
New Materials February 29, 2016
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Program: Needle Felting a Bluebird with Nicol Wander!
Tuesday, March 22 @ 6:00 p.m. Registration Required! Space is Limited!
Family Event: Movie Showing!
The Good Dinosaur, Wednesday, March 9, from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
PC Doctor February 26, 2016.
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New Materials February 26, 2016
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Booked For Lunch March Selection
Peace Like A River by Leif Enger. Monday, March 28, 2016 @ Noon.
Children’s Program: Story Times!
Wednesdays in March & April from 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
ATAC celebrates Chinese New Year!
Next ATAC meeting, Tuesday, 2/23 from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Teen Program: Anime Afternoons!
Monday, February 22, 2016 from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Story Walk: We are celebrating Dr. Seuss’ Birthday!
"The Foot Book" Story Walk. Friday, February 26, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
PC Doctor February 19, 2016
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Mystery Book Discussion: The Remorseful Day by Colin Dexter
Tuesday, March 8, 2016 @ 6:30 p.m.
Teen Program: Stomp Rockets!
Wednesday, February 24, from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. For grades 5 -12.
PC Doctor February 12, 2016
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February Vacation Week!
Upcoming programs in the Children’s Library!
It Pays to Read!
Teens, read off your Athol Library overdue fines during February vacation.
Where’s Waldo?
Waldo & Friends are hiding in the Children’s Room. Can you find them all?
Fine Free February Vacation!
At the Athol Public Library. BOOKS ONLY!
Library CLOSED Monday, February 15, 2016
The library will be closed in observance of Presidents’ Day
Family Event: Superhero Trivia Bingo!
Friday, February 19, from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Please register in the Children’s Department!
February Vacation Week Movie Showing!
Aladdin, Thursday, February 18, from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Teen Program: Marshmallow Igloos!
Wednesday, February 17, from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. For grades 5 - 12.
Children’s Program: Fly Guy Story Time!
Tuesday, February 16, 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. For children 4 and up.
Children’s Program: Duct Tape Bracelets
Tuesday, February 16, from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. For grades 2 - 5. Please register!
New Materials February 8, 2016
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Read & Love in the Children’s Library!
During the month of February, check out a book with a heart bookmark and get a prize!
Booked For Lunch February Selection
This is Where I Leave You by Jonathan Tropper. Book & Movie Combo. Monday, February 22, 2016 at Noon.
PC Doctor February 5, 2016
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New Materials February 5, 2016
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Multi-Week Program: Writing Workshop: What’s in a Story?
Thursdays, February 25 - April 7 (no session March 24) 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Teens for Jeans 2016!
Donate your washed, gently used jeans today!
Blind Date With A Book!
Everyone who borrows from the book display during the month of February will get entered into a free raffle.
PC Doctor January 29, 2016
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New Children’s Materials January 28, 2016
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Movie Showing: Hotel Transylvania 2!
February 3, from 1:00 - 2:45 p.m.
Mystery Book Discussion: A Fine Summer’s Day by Charles Todd
Tuesday, February 9, 2016 @ 6:30 p.m.
PC Doctor January 22, 2016
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Program: Delvena Theatre Company Presents: All The President’s Women!
Thursday, February 4, 2016 @ 6:00 p.m. SNOW DATE: 2/11/16
Story Walk of The Mitten by Jan Brett
Friday, January 29 from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. If the weather does not cooperate the event will be held inside of the library.
PC Doctor January 15, 2016
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Children’s Program: Kids’ Coloring Club!
Third Wednesdays of the month, January 20, February 17, & March 16 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Library CLOSED Monday, January 18, 2016
Closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Program: Adult Coloring Club!
The third Wednesdays of the month, January 20, February 17, & March 16 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
New Materials List January 11, 2016
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Booked For Lunch January Selection
The Rosie Project by Graeme Simison. Monday, January 25, 2016 from Noon - 1:00 p.m.
New Children’s Materials January 8, 2016
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Program: Shaun the Sheep Movie Showing!
Friday, January 15, 2016 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
PC Doctor January 8, 2016
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Athol Library: New Art Exhibit
"Wooden Carvings" created by multistylist, Mark Bosworth. January - February 2016.
Teen Program: Bridge Building 101!
3 Wednesdays, January 13, 20, & 27 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
New Children’s Programs Tomorrow!
Baby Time & Toddler Time, Thursdays, starting 1/7/16.
Children’s Program: Elephant & Piggie Story Time!
Friday, January 15, 2016 from 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Mystery Book Discussion: Accused by Lisa Scottoline
Tuesday, January 12, 2016 @ 6:30 p.m.
PC Doctor January 1, 2016
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Children’s Program: Story Times!
January & February 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
Fine Free Weeks!
Sunday, Decenber 20 through Friday, January 8.
New Children’s Materials December 17, 2015
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Musical Entertainment by TMC During Our Library Holiday Open House!
Tom Deam, Marc Erwin, & Candi Fetzer will perform from 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Children’s News: Minecraft Club for 3rd & 4th Graders!
Starting Friday, January 8, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Please register! Space is VERY limited!
Children’s Program: Toddler Time!
Thursdays: Starting January 7, 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. For children 18 - 36 months.
Children’s Program: Baby Time!
Thursdays: Starting January 7, 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. For babies up to 18 months.
Library Holiday Hours!
Happy Holidays!
PC Doctor December 18, 2015
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Family Program: Create Papier Mache Stars for the Starry, Starry Night Parade!
Tuesday, December 29 @ 5:30 p.m. Please call the library to register.
New Year’s Story Walk!
Wednesday, December 30, from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
PC Doctor December 11, 2015
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Annual Holiday Open House
Athol Public Library Open House Wednesday, 12/23/15 from 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Gingerbread Story Walk & Decorating!
Thursday, December 17, from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Booked For Lunch December Selection
Dad is Fat by Jim Gaffigan. Monday, December 28, 2015 from Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Telling Our Food Story: What’s Next?
Thursday, December 10, 6:00 - 7:00 Exhibit Opening and Artists’ Talk
Program: Adult Coloring Club!
Thursday, December 17, 2015, 7:00 – 8:30 pm In the Athol Library’s Large Program Room
New Children’s Materials December 4, 2015
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Teen Program: Make Hansel & Gretel Houses!
Wednesday, December 16, from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. For students in grades 5 - 12.
PC Doctor December 4, 2015
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Program: Minions Movie Showing!
Tuesday, December 15, 2015. 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Mystery Book Discussion & Movie: Still Life by Louise Penny
Tuesday, December 8, 2015 @ 6:00 p.m.
New Feature: Digital Commonwealth
A new resource on our website
Program: Quabbin History Calendar Launch & Signing
Tuesday, December 1, 2015 @ 6:00 p.m.
PC Doctor November 27, 2015
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Library CLOSED 11/26 & 11/27
In observance of Thanksgiving.
Children’s Program: Inside Out! 1/2 Day Movie Showing!
12/2 from 1:30 - 3:15 p.m.
PC Doctor November 20, 2015
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Teen Program: Anime Afternoons!
Monday, November 23, 2015 from 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Adult Coloring Contest!
Deadline for submissions is Friday, November 20, 2015 @ 5:30 p.m.
PC Doctor November 13, 2015
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Teen News: Minecraft Club!
Tuesdays from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the Teen Space. For grades 5 - 8.
Library CLOSED Wednesday, November 11, 2015
Closed in observance of Veterans Day
Athol Library: November Art Exhibit
"The Wild Mushroom" artwork by Maryellen Burns. November 3 - 30.
Teen News: Minecraft Club at the Athol Public Library!
November 10 from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the Teen Space. Please bring your own device!
New Children’s Materials November 6, 2015
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor November 6, 2015
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Adult Coloring Contest at the Athol Public Library!
Entries due by Friday, 11/20 @ 5:30 p.m. *Must be 18 or older and use the pre-selected coloring pages to enter*
Mystery Book Discussion: Dry Bones in the Valley by Tony Bouman
Tuesday, November 10, 2015 @ 6:30 p.m.
New Materials List October 30, 2015
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Children’s Program: Story Times
Wednesdays in November & December @ 10:30 a.m.
PC Doctor October 30, 2015
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Booked for Lunch November
Prayers for Sale by Sandra Dallas. Monday, November 23, 2015 from Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Program: Three-Session Writing Workshop with Christine Miranda
Three Thursdays: November 5th, 12th, & 19th at 6:00 p.m.
New Materials List October 26, 2015
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor October 23, 2015
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Teen Program: Anime Afternoons!
Monday, October 26, 2015 from 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Come Make Scarecrows with ATAC!
Next ATAC meeting, Tuesday, 10/27 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Halloween Story Walk & Party!
Thursday, October 29, 2015 from 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Volunteer at Community Reading Day!
Learn more on Wednesday, 10/28 from 5:00 - 5:30 p.m.
PC Doctor October 16, 2015
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PC Doctor October 9, 2015
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Library CLOSED Monday, October 12, 2015
The library will be closed in observance of Columbus Day
Booked for Lunch October Selection
The Secret Wisdom of the Earth by Christopher Scotton. Monday, October 26, 2015 from Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Program: Vampires, Monsters, Aliens, Masked Killers, & Zombies: A Look at the History & Impact of the Horror Film!
Thursday, October 22, 2015 @ 6:30 p.m. Registration Required!
PC Doctor October 2, 2015
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Programs: October Teen Time Tuesdays!
Tuesdays, October 6, 13, 20, & 27 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. For grades 5 - 12. Please call the library to register!
New Materials List October 2, 2015
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
New Children’s Materials September 30, 2015
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Program: Let’s Tie One On!: Scarf Tying 101 with Julie Millar
Tuesday, October 6th at 6:30.
Teen Program: Anime Afternoons!
Monday, September 28, 2015 from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
PC Doctor September 25, 2015
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Mystery Book Discussion is Back! Beastly Things by Donna Leon
Tuesday, October 13, 2015 @ 6:30 p.m.
Library Happenings: Banned Books Week 2015!
September 27 through October 3, 2015. For more information, call the library at 978-249-9515.
Children’s Program: Story Times
Wednesdays in September & October @ 10:30 a.m.
New Materials List September 22, 2015
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
New Materials List September 17, 2015
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor September 18, 2015
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Athol Library Open House!
The public is invited to attend an open house at the Athol Public Library on Saturday, September 19, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Items for Sale from the Friends of the Athol Public Library
Your purchase provides funds for public programs, fax service, DVDs and more!
Celebrate Banned Book Week with ATAC
Tuesday, September 22 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Teen Program: September Teen Time Tuesdays!
Tuesdays, September 22 & 29 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. For grades 5 - 12. Please call the library to register!
PC Doctor September 11, 2015
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Program: Cyberbullying Prevention
Tuesday, September 29, at 6:00 pm
Teen News: Join Our Teen Advisory Council!
ATAC has a Facebook page: Athol Public Library ATAC
New Children’s Materials September 9, 2015
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor September 4, 2015
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Booked for Lunch is Back
Delicious by Ruth Reichl: Monday, September 28, 2015. Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Children’s News: LEGO CLUB!
LEGO Club will resume on September 21, from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Library CLOSED Monday, September 7, 2015
The library will be closed in observance of Labor Day
New Materials August 31, 2015
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Athol Library: September Art Exhibit
"Soft Landscapes" Artwork by Sarah Adam. September 1 - 30, 2015.
PC Doctor August 28, 2015
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Program: Knit - Wits!
All ages knitting group meets every Wednesday, from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Program: Getting Your Memoir Started with author and teacher Mara Bright
Tuesday, September 15, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
PC Doctor August 21, 2015
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New Materials August 18, 2015
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor August 14, 2015
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Teen Program: Anime Afternoons!
Monday, August 24, 2015 from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Children’s Program: Every Hero Has A Story!
Summer Programming Week of August 10 - 14
PC Doctor August 7, 2015
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Children’s Program: Science Heroes at the APL
Thursday, August 6, 2015, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Children’s Program: Summer Story Times!
Wednesdays, August 5, & August 12 @ 10:30 a.m.
PC Doctor July 31, 2015
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New Materials July 31, 2015
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Teen Program: Arts & Crafts with Emily
Teen Summer Programming. August 17 - 20. Grades 5 -12. Please call to register!
Children’s Program: Every Hero Has A Story!
Summer Programming Week of August 3 - 7
New Materials July 30, 2015
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Teen Program: Wii Week With Rheba!
Teen Summer Programming. Monday, August 3 - Thursday, August 6, from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. For grades 5 - 12.
Program: Drive - In Movie Night!
Movie Showing of Home @ 6:00 p.m. today, 7/28. Bring your own box to create a car.
Program: Local Author Expo
Meet Local Authors. August 4, 2015 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
PC Doctor July 24, 2015
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Unmask - Find Your True Talents: Comic Book Creation
Teen Summer Programming. Tuesday, July 28, from 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Teen Program: Anime Club!
Monday, July 27, 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Children’s Program: Science Heroes at the APL
Thursday, July 30, 2015, 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Children’s Program: Teaching Creatures!
Thursday, July 30, 10:00 - 11:30 p.m. Registration Required.
Children’s Program: Every Hero Has A Story!
Summer Programming Week of July 27 - 31
PC Doctor July 17, 2015
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Children’s Program: Every Hero Has A Story!
Summer Programming Week of July 20 - 24
Summer Wednesday Afternoon Story & Craft
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. July 22, July 29, August 5, & August 12. Please call to register.
PC Doctor July 10, 2015
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Unmask - Find Your True Talents: Quilted Tote Bag
Teen Summer Programming. Monday - Thursday, July 20 - 23, from 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Children’s Program: Science Heroes at the APL
Thursday, July 16, 2015, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Unmask - Find Your True Talents: Sew A
Teen Summer Programming. Wednesday, July 15, & Thursday, July 16, from 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. for grades 5 - 12
Children’s Program: Every Hero Has A Story!
Summer Programming. Week of July 13 - 17
New Materials July 6, 2015
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor July 3, 2015
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Creating Comic Book Characters with Heart and Soul
For teens & adults, Tuesday, July 14, @ 6:00 p.m.
Job Opening!
Children’s Librarian, Athol Public Library. Deadline July, 31, 2015, or until filled!
PC Doctor June 26, 2015
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Unmask - Find Your True Talents: Masks with Natural Materials with Art Teacher Susie Feldman
Teen Summer Programming. Monday, July 6, Wednesday, July 8, & Monday, July 13, from 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Unmask - Find Your True Talents: Marshmallow Challenge!
Teen Summer Programming. Tuesday, July 7, from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Library CLOSED Friday, July 3rd, 2015
The library will be closed on Friday, July 3rd, in observance of Independence Day.
Children’s Program: Every Hero Has A Story!
Summer Programming. Week of July 6 - 10
Children’s Program: Science Heroes at the APL
Thursday, July 2, 2015, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
All Ages Program: Reading is Magic with Ed The Wizard!
Magic Show, Monday, June 29, 2015 @ 4:00 p.m.
Children’s Program: Every Hero Has A Story!
Summer Programming week of June 29 - July 3
Teen Programs: Unmask - Find Your True Talents at the Athol Public Library
Teen Summer Programming for grades 5 -12. Please register.
Teen Time Tuesday: Masquerade Mask
June 30, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the Teen Space. Please call to register.
PC Doctor June 19, 2015
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New Children’s Materials June 18, 2015
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Children’s Programs: Every Hero Has A Story!
Summer programming week of June 22 - 26. Please call the library to register!
Teen Program: Anime Afternoon
June 22, 2015, from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. For grades 6-12
Teen Time Tuesday: Super Hero Bingo!
June 23, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m., in the Teen Space. Please call to register.
PC Doctor June 12, 2015
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Super Hero Night at the Athol Public Library!
Friday, June 26, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Please register.
Teen Time Tuesday: Bottle Cap Magnet
June 16, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m., in the Teen Space. Please call to register.
New Materials June 9, 2015
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Booked For Lunch June Selection
One Summer by Bill Bryson. Monday, June 22, 2015 from Noon - 1:00 p.m.
PC Doctor June 5, 2015
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Teen Time Tuesday: Magazine Bead Jewelry
June 9, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m., in the Teen Space. Please call to register.
Program: Hidden Gems of New England with author Alison O’Leary
Thursday, June 18 @ 6:00 p.m.
New Children’s Materials June 2, 2015
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Community Gardens Program Date Change
Thursday, June 4, 2015 @ 5:30 p.m. Please call to register!
June Pokemon Club Schedule
June 3 & June 10 from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Mystery Book Discussion: Mystic River by Dennis Lehane
Tuesday, June 9, 2015 @ 6:30 p.m.
PC Doctor May 29, 2015
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Family Program: Community Gardens at the Athol Public Library
Tuesday, June 2 @ 5:30 p.m. Rain date: Thursday, June 4.
New Children’s Materials May 28, 2015
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Children’s Program: Story Walks In The Park
Friday Mornings @ 9:30 a.m. starting June 5.
Teen Time Tuesday: Basket Weaving
June 2, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m., in the Teen Space. Please call to register.
Teen Program: June Teen Time Tuesdays!
Tuesdays, June 2, 9, & 16 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. & Tuesdays, June 23 & 30 from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. For grades 5 - 12. Please call to register.
Program: Storm Water Then & Now
Tues. May 26 @ 6:30 p.m.
Program: The Delvena Theatre Company Presents: Meet Julia Child!
An original edutainment production on Wednesday, June 3, 2015 @ 6:00 p.m. Registration Required!
Library CLOSED Monday, May 25, 2015
The library will be closed for Memorial Day!
PC Doctor May 22, 2015
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Children’s Program:LEGO Club
Last LEGO club June 1, 2015. LEGO Club is taking a summer break!
New Materials May 18, 2015
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor May 15, 2015
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PC Doctor May 8, 2015
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Program: Reflections from the Pacific Crest Trail with Wendy Johnston!
Thursday, May 21, 2015, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Registration Required!
Booked for Lunch May Selection
Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline. Monday, May 18, 2015 from Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Teen Program: May Teen Time Tuesdays!
Tuesdays, May 5, 12, 19, & 26 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. For grades 5 - 12. Please call to register.
PC Doctor May 1, 2015
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Mystery Book Discussion: An Unsuitable Job For A Woman by P.D. James
Tuesday, May 12, 2015 @ 6:30 p.m.
Program: Backyard Astronomy
Thursday, May 14 @ 7:00 p.m. Free & Open to the Public
Children’s Program: Wednesday Afternoon Crafts
For School Age Children. 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Please Register!
Program: How Does Your Garden Grow?
5/5 @ 11:00 A.M. with landscape architect Katie Martin in the new Miller’s River Park
Book Discussion: You Are Here by Thich Nhat Hanh
Tuesday, May 19, 2015 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Movie Showing: Night At The Museum: Secret Of The Tomb
4/29/15 @ 1:30 p.m. All ages welcome. Free snacks and drinks.
Children’s Program: Story Times
Wednesdays & Fridays in May @ 10:30 a.m.
PC Doctor April 24, 2015.
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Program: The Roaring Twenties: A Christopher Daley Historical Slideshow Presentation!
Thursday, April 30 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Registration Required!
PC Doctor April 17, 2015
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National Picnic Day! Thursday, 4/23/15
Join us for a brown bag picnic in the new Miller’s River Park at the library. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m, Bring your lunch. Beverages provided.
April Vacation Week 2015 for Teens
A list of teen programs during April Vacation Week
Program: Secret from a Chinese Garden: Hidden Meanings in Chinese Botanical Motifs
Thursday, 4/23/15 @ 6:00 p.m. Free & Open to the Public
Library CLOSED Monday, April 20, 2015
The library will be closed for Patriots’ Day.
April Vacation Week 2015
Activities in the Children’s Room during vacation week
Children’s New Materials April 14, 2015
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor April 10, 2015
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Program: A Parent’s ADHD Overview
11 Strategies for Common Home and School Challenges with Dr. David Nowell. Tuesday, April 21 at 6:00 p.m.
Program Sneak Peak
Meet Julia Child: A Delvena Theatre Company Production. Coming in June!
Friends Newsletter
Some important corrections
PC Doctor April 3, 2015
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Teen Program: Anime Afternoons
April 27, 2015 @ 3:30 p.m. For grades 6-12
Teen Program: April Teen Time Tuesdays!
Tuesdays, April 7, 14, 21, & 28 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. For grades 5 - 12. Please call to register.
Call for Local Authors
Athol Public Library announces Local Author Expo to be held August 4, 2015
New Feature: Mass 2-1-1
A free, 24/7 stigma-free phone service and searchable online database.
Program: An Introduction to Green Burial with Dr. Carol Coan
Thursday, April 16, 2015. APL Program Room @ 5:30 p.m. Free & Open to the Public.
Poetry reading at the Athol Library
Poetry reading with Gail Thomas, Wednesday, April 15, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
PC Doctor March 27, 2015
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Booked for Lunch April Selection
Beautiful Ruins by Jess Walter. Monday, April 27, 2015 from noon - 1:00 p.m.
Mystery Book Discussion: A Judgement In Stone by Ruth Rendell
Tuesday, April 14, 2015 @ 6:30 p.m.
PC Doctor March 20, 2015
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Teen Program: Anime Afternoons
March 23, 2015 @ 3:30 p.m. For grades 6-12.
Film Screening: A Will for the Woods
With a brief introduction by Mt. Grace Land Conservation Trust. 3/26/15 @ 5:30 p.m. Free and Open to the Public
Athol Library Art Exhibit: Artist Reception
Meet the Artist K.C. Pearson, Tuesday, March 17, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
PC Doctor March 13, 2015
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New Feature: Darwin Online
Darwin Online is the largest most widely consulted edition of the writings of Darwin ever published.
Program: Go Green with Julie: A Green Smoothie Demo & Tasting
Thursday, March 19, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. Registration Required!
PC Doctor March 6, 2015
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Movie Showing: Big Hero 6
3/11/15 @ 1:30 p.m. All ages welcome. Free snacks and drinks.
Booked for Lunch March Selection
Montaro Caine by Sidney Poitier. Monday, March 23, 2015 from noon - 1:00 p.m.
New Materials March 4, 2015
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor February 27, 2015
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Children’s Program: Story Times
Wednesdays & Fridays in March & April @ 10:30 a.m.
Athol Library Art Exhibit
K.C. Pearson of Athol will exhibit his drawings at the APL from February 25 through the end of March.
March Teen Time Tuesdays!
Tuesdays, March 3, 10, 17, & 24 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. For grades 5-12. Please call the library to register!
Mystery Book Discussion: Cover of Snow by Jenny Milchman
Tuesday, March 10, 2015 @ 6:30 p.m.
Children’s New Materials February 23, 2015
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor February 20, 2015
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Program: Women in the Arab World: Where Are We Now?
A slide talk and book signing with Dr. Gwenn Meredith. 3/3/15, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Free and Open to the Public
Art Exhibit Committee at the Athol Library
The Committee will review work for one-person shows and will set an exhibition schedule for May through October 2015.
Event: Library Legislative Breakfast at the Athol Library
Friday, 2/27, registration and refreshments begin at 7:30 a.m.
Movie Showing: Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day.
Thursday, 2/19 @ 1:00 p.m. All ages. Free snacks and drinks.
New Materials February 20, 2015
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Friends of the Library Giving Tree
You can still participate!
PC Doctor February 13, 2015
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Library Shelfies!
Take your shelfie at the Athol Public Library
Library CLOSED Monday, February 16, 2015
The library will be closed in observance of Presidents’ Day
February Vacation Week for Teens 2015
A list of teen programs during February Vacation Week
Teen Program: Anime Afternoons - Movie Showing!
Come see an anime film on 2/23/15. Grades 6 - 12.
Library Opening at 11:30 am
Monday, February 9, 2015
February Vacation Week 2015
Activities in the Children’s Room during vacation week
PC Doctor February 6, 2015
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February Teen Time Tuesdays: Pinatas!
Tuesdays, February 10, 17, & 24 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. For grades 5-12. Please call to register!
Bostor Bruins PJ Drive
The APL is collecting NEW pajamas from 2/1 - 2/26. Collection boxes are upstairs next to the circulation desk and also in the children’s room.
Children’s New Materials February 5, 2015.
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Program: The Academy Awards: The Good, the Bad & the Outrageous!
Thursday, 2/12/15 from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Please call the library to register @ 978-249-9515
Program: Fishing the North Quabbin
For the beginner and the seasoned angler! Tuesday, 2/17 @ 6:00 p.m.
Library Closed Early
Library closed at 2:00 p.m. today due to the Snow Storm
PC Doctor January 30, 2015
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Mystery Book Discussion: Sandrine’s Case by Thomas H. Cook
Tuesday, February 10, 2015 @ 6:30 p.m.
New Materials January 30, 2015
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Booked for Lunch February Selection
Garden of Stones by Sophie Littlefield. Monday, February 23, 2015 from Noon - 1:00 p.m.
New Materials January 29, 2015
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
LIBRARY CLOSED TUESDAY, 1/27
Due to the impending snow storm
Friends Fundraising
You can help the Friends of the Athol Public Library just by getting your taxes done!
PC Doctor January 23, 2015
Starting 1/26/15 see an anime film on the 4th Monday of every month.
Teen Program: Anime Afternoons - Movie Showing!
Starting 1/26/15 see an anime film on the 4th Monday of every month. Grades 6 - 12.
New Feature: Friends of the Library News
Subscribe and never miss a thing!
Teen Program: Volunteer Fair
Tuesday, January 27, from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Movie Showing: Boxtrolls
Wednesday, February 4 @ 1:30 p.m. All ages.
PC Doctor January 16, 2015
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Library CLOSED Monday, January 19, 2015
Closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr., Day
Program: Meet the Author: Kristen Harnisch
Discussing her novel and ninteenth century winemaking. 2/5/15 @ 6:00 p.m.
Teen Program: Digital Photography
January 21 & 28, from 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Grades 6 -12. Registration Required!
New Teen Program: Pokemon Club!
Wednesdays, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Grades 5 - 8. Starts 1/21/2015.
PC Doctor January 9, 2015
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One Year Ago: A Look Back
Photos from the APL Dedication Celebration
Children’s Program: Wednesday Afternoon Crafts
For School Age Children. 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Please Register!
Children’s News: LEGO Club is taking a break
It will be back starting Monday, Jan. 26 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Athol Public Library Announces New Service for Patrons: Driving-tests.org
Drivers’ Education and Driving Tests Available From Our Website
PC Doctor January 2, 2015
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New Materials January 3, 2015
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Children’s Program: Jan. & Feb. Story Time!
Wednesdays & Fridays from 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Christmas Eve Hours
9:30 am - 1:00 pm
Booked for Lunch January Selection
Wild by Cheryl Strayed. Monday, January 26 from Noon - 1:00pm
PC Doctor December 26, 2014
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NEW: AmazonSmile
Support the Friends of the Athol Public Library
Teen Program: Smart Phone Photography
January 14, 2015, from 3:30pm - 4:30pm. Grades 6 - 12. Sign up is required.
Fine Free Weeks at the Athol Library
Fine free returns December 21 - January 3
PC Doctor December 19, 2014
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Annual Holiday Open House
Athol Public Library Holiday Open House Tuesday, 12/23/14, from 10:00AM - 2:00PM
New Materials December 16, 2014
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Library Holiday Hours
Happy Holidays!
PC Doctor December 12, 2014
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Book Discussion: Awakening the Buddha Within
Tuesday, January 20, 2015 from 5:30-7:30p.m. in the Athol Public Library Conference Room
Mystery Discussion Postponed
January 13, 2015.
PC Doctor December 5, 2014
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Mystery Book Discussion: Reconstructing Amelia by Kimberly McCreight
Tuesday, December 9, 2014 @ 6:30 p.m.
PC Doctor November 28, 2014
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Booked for Lunch December Selection
Snow Child by Eowyn Ivey. Monday, December 22 from Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Children’s Story Hour: Rotary Reads at the Athol Public Library
Tuesday, December 16 @ 6:00 p.m. How to Lose a Lemur read by Rotarian Lyndale Spencer.
EARLY CLOSING TODAY
The Athol Public Library is closing at 3:00 p.m. today
PC Doctor November 21, 2014
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New Materials November 19, 2014
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Library CLOSED 11/27 and 11/28
In observance of Thanksgiving.
Program: Making Mini Books: A workshop with library staff Robin B.
Tuesday, December 2, 2014 from 6:00 - 8:00pm. Registration Required! Space is Limited!
PC Doctor November 14, 2014
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Program: Mystery Discussion 20th Anniversary Celebration
Tuesday, Nov. 18 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Free & Open to the Public.
November Teen Time Tuesdays: Fiesta!
Tuesdays, November 18 & 25 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Call the library to register!
4-H Babysitter’s Course Hosted at the Athol Public Library
Tuesdays, December 2,9, & 16 from 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. Registration is Required!
PC Doctor November 7, 2014
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Library CLOSED Tuesday, November 11th
Closed in observance of Veterans Day
Children’s Program: Wednesday Afternoon Crafts
For School Age Children. 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Please Register!
Children’s Program: Story Times!
Wednesdays & Fridays @ 10:30 a.m., November & December
New Materials October 30, 2014
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor October 31, 2014
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Booked for Lunch November Selection
Calling Me Home by Julie Kibler. Monday, November 24 from Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Volunteers Needed for Community Reading Day 2014
Wednesday, November 12, at the elementary schools and on Thursday, November 13, at the middle school.
PC Doctor October 24, 2014
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Program: 3D Printing Demonstration with Mark Waller
Thursday, November 6 @ 5:30 pm. Registration is REQUIRED!
Special Friends of the Library Program: Stockbridge Farms - The Taste of Autumn
Wendesday, Nov. 12 @ 6:30 p.m. Registration Required!
PC Doctor October 17, 2014
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Program: Séances: Searching for the Spirits!
Thursday, October 23 @ 6:00 p.m. Registration Required!
Island Street closed Friday, October 10.
Please enter our parking lot via Marble Street or park in town and walk along our side walk.
PC Doctor October 10, 2014
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New Materials October 3, 2014
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Library Closed Monday, October 13th
Closed in observance of Columbus Day
Book Discussion: Cabin Fever: A Suburban Father’s Search for the Wild. Tuesday, Oct. 28 from 6:30-8:30pm
What if Thoreau had 3 kids and a mini van?
PC Doctor October 3, 2014
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Teen Program: Teen Time Tuesdays at the Athol Public Library
Oct. 7 & 14 from 3:30 - 5:00 pm, Oct. 21 & 28 from 3:30 - 4:30 pm.
Booked for Lunch October Selection
The Art Forger by B.A. Shapiro. Monday, October 27 from Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Program: From Frumpy to Fabulous in 5 Easy Steps
Tuesay, October 7, 2014 from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Free & Open to the Public. Please call 978-249-9515 to reserve your seat.
Children’s New Materials September 23, 2014
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Mystery Book Discussion: Ordinary Grace by William Kent Krueger
Tuesday, October 14 @ 6:30 p.m.
PC Doctor September 26, 2014
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Athol Public Library Raffle! Benefits the Friends of the Library programs
Raffle to be held Friday October 31 @ Noon. Limited edition print (94 of 600) by Donna Peck titled "Dream Space". Ticket price $1.00 or 6 for $5.00.
Program: Presentation on Social Security benefits. Please call Bill Kessler at 249-2837 to reserve your spot.
Monday, October 6 @ 6:00 p.m.
Children’s Program: Wednesday Afternoon Crafts
For School Age Children. 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Please Register!
PC Doctor September 19, 2014
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Children’s Program: Fall Story Times
Wednesdays @ 10:30 a.m. starting September 24.
Movie Showing: Muppets Most Wanted
Wednesday, September 24 @ 1:00 p.m. Free snacks & drinks!
Children’s Story Hour: Rotary Reads:
Tuesday, September 23 @ 6:00 p.m. read by Jeanette Robichaud
Children’s Program: LEGO Club is back!
Mondays, starting Sept. 22 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Open House at the Athol Public Library During the Fall Festival
Saturday, September 20, 9:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Fall Hours
Library Hours for the Fall Season.
New Materials September 12, 2014
Latest materials at the Athol Library
PC Doctor September 12, 2014
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Children’s New Materials September 10, 2014
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Teen Program: Teen Time at the Athol Public Library
Crafts with string for grades 5-12. Tuesdays, Sept. 16 & 30 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
PC Doctor September 5, 2014
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PC Doctor August 28, 2014
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New from Robin Reads & Writes
Interview with the authors of the Rules of Ten detective series.
Join the Knit-Wits!
Wednesdays, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. in the Conference Room.
Children’s Program: My Little Pony Card Game
Led by Anthony Redgrave. Tuesday, September 9 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Please Register.
Program: Who’s Tracking You On Line? The Quiet Big Data Revolution
Tuesday, September 16 at 6:00 p.m.
Library Closed Monday, September 1
CLOSED in observance of Labor Day
Program: The Knit - Wits Are Back!
Wednesdays, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. in the Conference Room.
Book Discussion: An Open Heart: Practicing Compassion in Everyday Life by the Dalai Lama
Facilitated by George Roix, Tuesday, September 30 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
PC Doctor August 22, 2014
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New Materials August 22, 2014
Latest materials at the Athol Library
Children’s New Materials August 20, 2014
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Booked for Lunch is Back
The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce: Monday, September 22, 2014. Noon to 1:00 p.m.
Mystery Book Discussion is Back! The Cuckoo’s Calling by Robert Galbraith
Tuesday, September 9, 2014 @ 6:30 p.m.
PC Doctor August 15, 2014
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Children’s Program: Ronald’s Reading is Wow! Show with Ronald McDonald
Wednesday, August 20, @ 11:00 a.m.
New Materials August 8, 2014
Latest materials at the Athol Library
PC Doctor August 8, 2014
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New Feature: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Financial Links
A NEW feature on our Services page.
YA Program: Yu-Gi-Oh!
Mondays through August 25 from 3:00 - 4:30 pm. Please register!
PC Doctor August 1, 2014
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Program: A Fireman of 1899: His Life & Job!
Presented by William N. Moss. Thursday, August 14 @ 6:00 p.m. Registration required!
Children’s Program: Wiggly Worm Farm
Wednesday, August 6 @ 1:00 p.m. This program is one of the Summer Science Craft programs in the Children’s Library.
Movie Showing: The Nut Job
Thursday, July 31 @ 1:00 p.m. Free snacks & drinks!
Wii Gaming Group
Wednesdays from July 16 - August 27. 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the Teen Space.
Children’s Program: Sea Shells
Wednesday, July 30 @ 1:00 p.m. This program is one of the Summer Science Craft programs in the Children’s Library.
PC Doctor July 25, 2014
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Town Event: Tool Town on the Common
A community event Saturday, August 2, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Athol Uptown Common
Teen Program: Yu-Gi-Oh Group
Teen summer program: Mondays July 21, 28, August 4, 11, 18, 25, from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Please register!
Children’s Program: Bathtime - Sink and Float
Wednesday, July 23 @ 1:00 p.m. This program is one of the Summer Science Craft programs in the Children’s Library.
PC Doctor July 18, 2014
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Children’s New Materials July 9, 2014
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Spark a Reaction: Wandering Book Club
Teen book discussion: Code Name Verity, Thursday, July 24, from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Please register!
Teen Program: Wii Gaming Group
Teen summer program: Wednesdays, July 16, 23, 30, & August 6, 13, 20, 27, from 3:00 - 4:00 pm. Please register!
Children’s Program: Everyone Needs a Rock
Wednesday, July 16 @ 1:00 p.m. This program is one of the Summer Science Craft programs in the Children’s Library.
PC Doctor July 11, 2014
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Program: Spark a Reaction Tuesdays
Teen summer program: Tuesdays, July 8, 15, 22, & 29, from 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Please register!
Children’s Program: Fizz Boom Soar
Thursday, July 10, from 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. This program is one of the Summer Science Craft programs in the Children’s Library.
Program: Henry Beston’s Cape Cod: Inspiration for a National Seashore
Presented by Don Wilding of the Henry Beston Society. Tuesday, July 15 @ 6:30 p.m.
Spark a Reaction: Multicultural Cooking
Teen summer program: Wednesday, July 9, from 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Please register!
Children’s Program: Magic Marbled Paper
Wednesday, July 9 @ 1:00 p.m. This program is one of the Summer Science Craft programs in the Children’s Library.
PC Doctor July 4, 2014
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Spark a Reaction:
Teen summer program: Monday, July 7, from 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Please register!
New Materials June 27, 2014
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Library CLOSED Friday, July 4th
The library will be closed on Friday, July 4th, in observance of Independence Day.
Children’s Program: Insect Houses
Wednesday, July 2 @ 1:00 p.m. This program is one of the Summer Science Craft programs in the Children’s Library.
PC Doctor June 27, 2014
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New Review from Robin Reads & Writes
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Spark a Reaction: Machine Sew A Quilted Totebag
Teen Summer program: Monday, June 30 - Thursday, July 3. Please Register.
Adult Summer Reading: Literary Elements!
June 30 through August 15
Children’s Program: Recycle!
Thursday, June 26 @ 1:00 p.m. This program is one of the Summer Science Craft programs in the Children’s Library.
Children’s New Materials June 20, 2014
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor June 20, 2014
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Summer Hours
Summer hours at the library begin Monday June 23.
Children’s Program: Beautiful Bees
Wednesday, June 25 @ 1:00 p.m. This program is one of the Summer Science Craft programs in the Children’s Library.
Children’s Program: Summer Science Crafts
Wednesdays (and two Thursdays) at 1:00 p.m.
Spark A Reaction: Machine Sew Capri Pants
Teen Summer program: Monday, June 23 - Friday, June 27. Please register.
Movie Showing: The LEGO Movie
Tuesday, June 24 @ 1:00 p.m. All ages.
Children’s Program: Paws to Read
1st and 3rd Thursdays from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
PC Doctor June 13, 2014
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Children’s Program: Summer Story Times
Wednesdays @ 10:30 a.m. starting June 25.
Children’s Program: Fizz Boom Read!
2014 Summer Reading Program begins June 23 and runs until August 8.
Spark a Reaction at the Athol Public Library!
Summer programs for students in grades 5-12. Please register! Call 978-249-9515.
New Materials June 5, 2014
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor June 6, 2014
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Program: Rounders to Baseball: A History
Historical Slideshow Presentation by Anne Barrett. Tuesday, June 17, 2014 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Children’s Story Hour: Rotary Reads at the Athol Public Library
Tuesday, June 17 @ 6:00 p.m.
PC Doctor May 30, 2014
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Children’s New Materials May 19, 2014
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Mystery Book Discussion: The Other Woman by Hank Phillippi Ryan
Tuesday, June 10, 2014 @ 6:30 p.m.
Program: Are There Cougars in Your Backyard? The Quest for the Eastern Cougar
Slide talk & book signing with Robert Tougias. Tuesday, June 3 @ 6:00 p.m.
PC Doctor May 23, 2014
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Booked for Lunch June Selection
The Little Bookstore of Big Stone Gap by Wendy Welch. Monday, June 23 from Noon - 1:00 p.m.
On the Same Page Program: The History of Book Burning and Censorship With an Emphasis on Nazi Germany.
A Talk by Amy Pattee, Thursday, May 29 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Library CLOSED Monday, May 26, 2014
The library will be closed for Memorial Day!
New Materials May 15, 2014
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor May 16, 2014
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Program: Film Screening of The Book Thief
Monday, May 19 from 5:00-6:30 at the Athol Public Library.
Program: Cyber Crime Prevention With Greg Page
Tuesday, May 20 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
PC Doctor May 9, 2014
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Children’s New Materials May 5, 2014
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Program: The Delvena Theatre Company Presents: Jack the Ripper
Wednesday, May, 28 @ 6:00 p.m. Registration is required.
New Review from Robin Reads & Writes
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Substitute Position Still Available
Job applications available at the library or www.athollibrary.org
Booked for Lunch May Selection
The Dinner by Herman Koch: Monday, May 19 from Noon - 1:00 p.m.
PC Doctor May 2, 2014
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New Materials April 25, 2014
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Program: Meditation Book Discussion led by George Roix
We’ll discuss "Not Quite Nirvana" by Rachel Neumann. Thursday, June 5, 6:30 - 8:00 pm in the Athol Library conference room
Children’s Story Hour: Rotary Reads at the Athol Public Library
Tuesday, May 20 @ 6:00 p.m.
Children’s Program: Paws to Read
With therapy dog Tazer, Thursdays, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Mystery Book Discussion: Dare Me by Megan Abbott
Tuesday, May 13 @ 6:30 p.m.
PC Doctor April 25, 2014
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Children’s New Materials April 16, 2014
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Library Closed, Monday April 21
The library will be closed on Monday, April 21, 2014 in observance of Patriots’ Day.
Substitute Position Available
Job applications available at the library or www.athollibrary.org
PC Doctor April 18, 2014
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Temporary Library Hours Experiment!
Funded by the Friends of the Athol Public Library
On the Same Page at the Athol Public Library: The Book Thief by Marcus Zusak
A list of On the Same Page programs at the library
April Vacation Week in the Children’s Room
A list of Children’s programs during April Vacation Week
April Vacation Week in the Teen Space
A list of Teen programs during April Vacation Week
PC Doctor April 11, 2014
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New Reviews from Robin Reads & Writes
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New Materials: April 3, 2014
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Children’s Program: Springfield Symphony Musical Petting Zoo
Friday, April 18 @ 10:00 a.m.
PC Doctor April 4, 2014
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National Library Snapshot Day is coming to the Athol Public Library
On Monday, April 7
Join the Athol Public Library Teen Book Club!
Monday, April 7, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Children’s Story Hour: Rotary Reads at the Athol Public Library
Tuesday, April 15 @ 6:00 p.m.
Program: Writing Workshop led by Marcia Gagliardi of Haley’s.
Wednesday, April 2, 2014 @ 6:00 p.m. in the conference room.
PC Doctor March 28, 2014
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Booked for Lunch April Selection
Adrenaline by Jeff Abbott: Monday, April 28, 2014. Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Program: Caravan Puppets Presents: Foody Tales!
Join us on April 7th at 10:00 a.m. for a wonderful puppet show about food and nutrition
Mystery Book Discussion: The Fear Artist by Timothy Hallinan
Tuesday, April 8 @ 6:30 p.m. in the large program room
Dear Patrons
Our Email Subscription Services has been fixed
PC Doctor March 21, 2014
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Program: Athol Public Library and North Quabbin Energy to host film screening: Gasland 2.
Friday, March 21 at 5:30 pm in the Athol Library’s program room, 568 Main Street. Registration is REQUIRED
New Materials March 11, 2014
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor March 14, 2014
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NEW: Text Messaging in the Online Catalog
C/W MARS introduces two new features in the online catalog; Text Call Number to Phone & Text Notices for Holds Pickup
Program: Introduction to Reiki with Nancy Griffin and Maureen Horn, Reiki Master Teachers
Tuesday, March 18, 6:00 - 7:30 pm. Registration REQUIRED. Limited to 20 participants
Teen Program: Crazy Crafts, Pasta Planes!
Wednesday, March 19 - 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. For grades 5-12.
PC Doctor March 7, 2014
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Children’s Program: Story Times for March
Wednesdays & Fridays from 10:30-11:00 a.m.
Program: Travels Through Ireland with Kevin O’Hara
Wednesday, March 12 @ 5:30 p.m.
Booked for Lunch March Selection
Every Last Cuckoo by Kate Maloy: Monday, March 24, 2014. Noon- 1:00 p.m.
Mystery Book Discussion: Taken by Robert Crais
Tuesday, March 11, 2014 @ 6:30 p.m. in the large program room
New Materials February 24, 2014
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Program: Movie Showing:
Join us on Tuesday, March 4th at 6:00 pm for a screening of "Tapped."
New Children’s Materials February 21, 2014
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Coffee for Sale to Support Friends of the Athol Public Library
Limited edition Renovation Roast!
PC Doctor February 21, 2014
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New Children’s Materials February 12, 2014
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Coffee Program Postponed
New Date: March 27 at 6:00 pm
Library Opening at 12:00
Delayed opening Friday 2/14/14
PC Doctor February 14, 2014
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NEW Website Feature: List of new titles
Directly from our home page
Early CLOSING Today
The Athol Public Library is closing at 3:00 p.m. today
New Materials February 12, 2014
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Library CLOSED Monday, February 17, 2014
The library will be closed in observance of Presidents’ Day
February Vacation Week for Teens
A list of teen programs during February Vacation Week
PC Doctor February 7, 2014
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The Athol Public Library is open today
Wednesday, February 5
February Vacation Week
Activities in the Children’s Room during vacation week
PC Doctor January 31, 2014
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Program: Story Times for January-February 2014
Wednesdays & Fridays 10:30-11:00 a.m. In the Children’s Room
Teens For Jeans 2014!
Donate your washed, gently used jeans today!
PC Doctor January 24, 2014
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Dedication Celebration
Saturday, January 25 at 1:00 p.m.
New Materials January 23, 2014
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
New Museum Pass Available
Worcester Art Museum, WAM, now available for checkout
Program: Morphine Dream Author Visit and Inspirational Talk
Feb. 4 at 6:00 pm
Library CLOSED Monday, January 20
Closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr., Day
PC Doctor January 17, 2014
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Mystery Book Discussion: Murder in Marais by Cara Black
Tuesday, February 11, 2014 @ 6:30 p.m. in the large program room
PC Doctor January 10, 2014
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LEGO Club Returns Monday, January 27
Every Monday, 3:30-4:30 p.m., in the large program room
French Club Returns Tuesday, January 28
Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m in the large program room. Grades 5-12
Chess Club at the Athol Public Library
Thursdays, 3:30-5:00 for grades 4-10. Starting January 23 in the large program room
Knit-Wits
Wednesdays, 3:00-5:00 p.m. in the large program room
PC Doctor January 3, 2014
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New Materials December 30, 2013
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
New Materials: December 30, 2013
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Athol Public Library Fine Free All January!
Includes DVDs, excludes out of C/W MARS ILLs
Library Closed Friday, January 3
See you Monday
PC Doctor December 27, 2013
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Library Opens at 568 Main Street
Monday, December 30th at 9:30 a.m.
Library Holiday Hours
New Year’s Eve & New Year’s Day
PC Doctor December 20, 2013
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Event: Library Book Parade
Sunday, December 29, 2013 at 1:00 p.m.
PC Doctor December 13, 2013
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PC Doctor December 6, 2013
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PC Doctor November 29, 2013
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Announcement: $35,000 Boynton Grant Award
A wonderful grant towards the Archives Room
PC Doctor November 22, 2013
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Announcement: Area Libraries to Visit While We Are Closed
A list of local libraries where your Athol Library card will be accepted
PC Doctor November 15, 2013
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The Athol Public Library will be closed beginning Monday, November 18
Anticipated re-opening December 30th
Dig This With Deb
A column to tell people about the building process by Deb Blanchard
PC Doctor November 8, 2013
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New Materials November 1, 2013
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Knit-Wits Raffle winner to be drawn Sunday
Raffle prizes donated by the Kangaroo Dyer, Gail Callahan of Greenfield
Program: November Story Times
Wednesdays & Fridays 10:30-11:00 a.m. In the Children’s Room
Library CLOSED Monday, November 11th
Closed in observance of Veterans Day
Event: Friends of the Athol Public Library Booksale
November 8, 9, & 10. (Friday, November 8: For Friends Members Only)
New Children’s Materials October 31, 2013
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
New Materials October 31, 2013
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor November 1, 2013
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New Children’s Materials October 29, 2013
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Movie Showing: Monsters University
Wednesday, October 30 @ 1:00 p.m.
PC Doctor October 25, 2013
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PC Doctor October 18, 2013
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PC Doctor October 11, 2013
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Library Closed Monday, October 14th
Closed in observance of Columbus Day
Volunteers Needed for Community Reading Day 2013!
Wednesday, October 23 at the middle school and on Friday, October 25 in the elementary schools.
New Materials October 2, 2013
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
PC Doctor October 4, 2013
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Booked for Lunch October Selection
The Last Runaway by Tracy Chevalier: Monday, October 21, 2013. Noon-1:00 p.m.
PC Doctor September 27, 2013
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Mystery Book Discussion: The Spellman Files by Lisa Lutz
Tuesday, October 8, 2013 @ 7:00 p.m.
New Materials September 23, 2013
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Friends of the Athol Public Library Book Sale
November 8, 9, & 10. (Friday, November 8: For Friends Members Only)
PC Doctor September 20, 2013
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New Materials September 6, 2013
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
New Feature: Senior Resources
A NEW page created for Senior Citizens
Movie Showing: Epic
Wednesday, September 25 from 1:30-3:00 p.m.
Children’s Room Part-Time Position Available!
Applications due September 30
PC Doctor September 13, 2013
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Program: French Club is back Tuesday September 17
Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. grades 5-12
A New Review from Robin Reads & Writes: Ladies’ Night by Mary Kay Andrews
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Program: LEGO Club
Starting Monday, September 16, weekly LEGO Club Resumes
PC Doctor September 6, 2013
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Program: Story Times for September 2013
Wednesdays & Fridays 10:30-11:00 a.m. In the Children’s Room
Program: Book Discussion: Hero by Mike Lupica
Tuesday, September 17, 2013 from 6:00-7:00 p.m.
PC Doctor August 30, 2013
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Program: Create Custom Crochet Cord Covers for your earbuds or headphones
Wendesday, September 11, from 3:00-5:00 p.m. For grades 5-12.
New Materials August 23, 2013
Latest materials at the Athol Library!
Library Closed Monday, September 2nd
CLOSED in observance of Labor Day
Program: Wheat Weaving Workshop with Kathy Morris
Tuesday, September 10, 2013 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Knit-Wits is Back!
Wednesdays from 3:00-5:00 p.m.
PC Doctor August 23, 2013
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Booked for Lunch September Selection
Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan: Monday, September 23, 2013. Noon to 1:00 p.m.
Mystery Book Discussion: Vengeance by Benjamin Black
Tuesday, September 10, 2013 @ 7:00 p.m.
PC Doctor August 16, 2013
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PC Doctor August 9, 2013
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Children’s New Materials August 2, 2013
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
New Materials July 31, 2013
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor August 2, 2013
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PC Doctor July 26, 2013
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PC Doctor July 19, 2013
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New Materials July 17, 2013
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor July 10, 2013
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A New Review from Robin Reads & Writes: Montaro Caine by Sidney Poitier
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Adult Summer Reading Contest!
Now through July 24!
Program: Highlights of Massachusetts Archaeology
July 16 @ 6:00 p.m.
Library CLOSED Thursday & Friday
The APL will be closed for Independence Day and due to unpaid staff furloughs
Program: LEGO Club News
Mondays @ 1:30 p.m.
New Materials June 24, 2013
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor June 28, 2013
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New Teen Titles June 27, 2013
Latest teen books at the Athol Public Library!
New: APL is on Pinterest
Follow the Athol Public Library on Pinterest
Raffle Calendar
A great way to support your library and win fabulous prizes!
PC Doctor June 21, 2013
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Special Adult Section Library Hours
Due to the Special State Election
Programs: Summer Reading Program fun for grades 5-12
"Beneath the Surface" programs all summer long!
PC Doctor June 14, 2013
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Museum News: Free Fun Fridays: 60 Museums & Cultural Venues in Massachusetts
Generously sponsored by the Highland Street Foundation
New Materials June 11, 2013
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor June 7, 2013
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Program: Gardening is Murder
A humorous horticultural presentation, Tuesday, June 18, @ 5:30 p.m.
New Feature: NoveList
An easy way to find what to read next.
New Children’s Materials June 3, 2013
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Dig This With Deb
A column to tell people about the building process by Deb Blanchard
Athol Orange Cable Survey
Please take a moment to provide feedback about your cable television service
New Feature: eSequels
The Athol Public Library has a new service: eSequels: a reader’s guide to novels in series.
PC Doctor May 31, 2013
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ATAC Time Capsule
The teen advisory group at the Athol Public Library plans to place a time capsule in the newly renovated library.
Two New Reviews from Robin Reads & Writes: What a Mother Knows by Leslie Lehr, and Pastors’ Wives by Lisa Takeuchi Cullen
View Robin Reads & Writes Book Reviews directly on the sidebar of our web page.
New Children’s Materials May 29, 2013
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Booked For Lunch June Selection
The Dry Grass of August by Anna Jean Mayhew: Monday, June 17, 2013. Noon to 1:00 p.m.
PC Doctor May 24, 2013
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Library CLOSED Monday, May 27, 2013
The library will be closed for Memorial Day!
New Materials May 21, 2013
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
On-line Resource: Legal Resources Self Help Center Library Guide
For State and Federal Legal Questions
PC Doctor May 17, 2013
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PC Doctor May 11, 2013
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Program: Echoes of Africa
On Tuesday May 21, @ 5:30, join the library for an exciting evening of travel!
Echoes of Africa Raffle to Benefit Library Renovation Project
The books were donated by Haley’s. Two winning tickets will be drawn on May 21. (Each winner will get 1 copy.)
New Materials May 7, 2013
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor May 3, 2013
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Program: Fiesta! Crazy Craft Thursdays
When: May 9 & 23 from 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Grades 5-12.
New Materials April 29, 2013
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
Dig This With Deb
A column to tell people about the building process by Deb Blanchard
PC Doctor April 26, 2013
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Booked For Lunch May Selection
Traveling with Pomegranates by Sue Monk Kidd & Ann Kidd Taylor: Tuesday, May 28, 2013. Noon-1 p.m.
Special Adult Section Library Hours: Tuesday, April 30
Due to the Special State Primary Election
Dig This With Deb
A column to tell people about the building process written by Deb Blanchard
Program: Interview Skills Workshop
April 25, 2013. Please call 978-249-9515 to register. Free and open to the public.
New Children’s Materials April 19, 2013
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor April 19, 2013
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Program:
Tuesday, May 7 @ 6:00 p.m. at 82 Freedom St.
Family Movie Night Raffle Basket
Winner to be drawn at the end of April
New Reviews from Robin Reads & Writes: 6 Mini Reviews & Habits of the House by Fay Weldon
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New Materials April 11, 2013
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
Book Buy at Bruce’s Browser
A collaboration with the Athol Public Library. For more information call Anne Cutler-Russo at the library at 978-249-9515 or call Bruce’s Browser at 978-249-3978.
PC Doctor April 12, 2013
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Library CLOSED Monday, April 15, 2013
The library will be closed for Patriots’ Day.
Children’s New Materials April 11, 2013
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
April Vacation Week
Upcoming events in the Children’s Library during April vacation week.
Programs: Get the Job!
Two Workshops with Maria Bull
New Materials April 1, 2013
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor April 5, 2013
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Food For Fines on April 8
For more information, please call the library: 978-249-9515.
PC Doctor March 29, 2013
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Book Sale Donations Needed
Donations of gently used books and media may be brought to the Athol Public Library Teen & Children’s Room.
Special Hours April 5
The library will be closed the morning of Friday, April 5. The library will open at 1:00 p.m.
Program: Celebrate Earth Day at the Athol Public Library.
Thursday, April 11, 2013 from 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Special Library Hours April 1.
The Adult section is open special hours due to the Annual Town Election.
Booked For Lunch April Selection
The Story of Beautiful Girl by Rachel Simon: Monday, April 22, 2013. Noon- 1:00p.m.
Program: Lizzie Borden & the 40 Whacks!
Tuesday, April 9, 2013 @ 5:30p.m. Registration Required!
Who Needs Libraries? We All Do!
Watch this amazing and fun video by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners
Dig This With Deb
A column to tell people about the building process written by Deb Blanchard
PC Doctor March 22, 2013
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New Teen Titles March 20, 2013
Latest teen books at the Athol Public Library!
Children’s New Materials March 19, 2013
Latest materials for children at the Athol Public Library!
Robin Reads & Writes: A New Review & A Giveaway
Win an Advanced Copy of Lisa Scottoline’s new book Don’t Go. Drawing will be held Monday, March 25, 2013.
New Materials March 19, 2013
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor March 15, 2013
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Library Open Today
Friday, March 8
A New Review from Robin Reads & Writes; Brooklyn by Colm Toibin
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PC Doctor March 8, 2013
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Check It Out!
A new feature on the Teen page: Teen book reviews written by teens.
New Materials March 5, 2013
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
Program: Crazy Crafts Thursdays are back!
When: March 7, 14, 21, 28 from 3:00p.m.- 4:00p.m. Grades 5-12.
Dig This With Deb
A column to tell people about the building process written by Deb Blanchard
PC Doctor March 1, 2013
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Booked for Lunch March Selection
The Sense of An Ending by Julian Barnes: Monday, March 25, 2013. Noon to 1:00 p.m.
ATAC Winter Basket Raffle!
Tickets are available at the library and are selling for $1 each or $5 for six.
Mystery Book Discussion: Turn of Mind by Alice LaPlante
Tuesday March 12, 2013 @ 6:30 p.m.
Program: LEGO Club!
Starts Monday, February 25, 2013, and will be a weekly program on Mondays from 3:30-4:30 pm.
New Features: Teen News & Children’s News
New Features on the web page: Teen News and Children’s News at the Athol Public Library.
PC Doctor February 22, 2013
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When the APL Phone Is Busy What Should I Do?
Information on what to do when the library phone lines are busy and you are trying to get through.
Program: The Growing Edge
Tuesday, February 26, 2013 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Library CLOSED Monday, February 18, 2013
The library will be closed for Presidents’ Day!
PC Doctor February 15, 2013
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New Materials February 12, 2013
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
Crazy Craft Thursday February 21
From 3:00-4:00 p.m. Grades 5-12.
New Feature: What Should I Read Next?
A new feature on our Services page.
PC Doctor February 5, 2013
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Athol Library Closing at 1:00 Today
Friday, February 8
Look, Photos!
Check out NEW construction photos of the Athol Public Library Renovation Project
Dig This With Deb
A column to tell people about the building process written by Deb Blanchard
Take This Survey!
Help us provide you with a better library experience throughout Massachusetts.
Booked for Lunch February Selection
A Civil Action by Jonathan Harr Date: Monday, February 25, 2013. Time: Noon to 1:00PM
PC Doctor January 29, 2013
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Athol Library Valentine Raffle
The Friends of the Athol Public Library are raffling off a Valentine’s Day basket. Winner will be drawn February 13, 2013.
Event: Library Patron Appreciation Celebration
From February 1 to 14. Call the library at 978-249- 9515 for more information.
Program: The Beatrix Potter You Never Knew!
Wednesday, February 6, at 5:30 pm. Free & open to the public. Please call the library at 978-249-9515 to reserve a spot.
Robin Reads & Writes: A New Review & A Giveaway
Win the new book in the Friday Harbor series, before it goes on sale! Winner randomly selected on Saturday, February 2, 2013.
Event: Athol Public Library Readathon
Friday, February 1 through Friday, February 22. All proceeds will benefit the library building fund.
PC Doctor January 23, 2013
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Program: Learn About GMOs
Tuesday, January 29, 2013 6:00 – 8:00 pm.
Program: Celebrate Amelia Bedelia’s 50th birthday at the Athol Public Library
Tuesday January 29 from 6:00 to 7:00.
Library Open Today
Regular hours: 9:30 - 5:30
PC Doctor January 16, 2013
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Library CLOSED Monday, January 21, 2013.
Athol Library will be closing on Monday in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
New Materials January 16, 2013
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
Did You Know?
With C/W MARS you can borrow materials from one library and return them at another?
New Feature: Career and Job Hunting Resources
Are you looking for a job? Check out a brand new feature on the web page. Careers and Job Hunting Resources.
New Materials January 15, 2013
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
Program: A Knotty Program
Please call the library to sign up for all 4 sessions: Thursday mornings from 10:00-12:00, January 17, 24, 31, and February 7. Program is limited to 7 participants.
PC Doctor January 7, 2013
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Program: Crazy Craft Thursdays at the Library
When: January 10, 17, 24, & 31 from 3:00p.m.- 4:00p.m. Grades 5-12.
A New Review from Robin Reads & Writes; Notorious Nineteen by Janet Evanovich
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Library Closed January 1, 2013
The library will be closed for New Years Day.
PC Doctor December 31, 2012
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Teens For Jeans 2013!
Donate your washed, gently used jeans today!
PC Doctor December 23, 2012
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PC Doctor December 19, 2012
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Fine Free Weeks
December 26- January 9, 2013. The library wishes you a Happy New Year!
Mystery Book Discussion: Blotto, Twinks and the Dead Dowager Duchess by Simon Brett
Starts Tuesday January 8, 2013 @ 6:30 pm.
New Materials December 17,2012
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
Annual Holiday Open House
Athol Public Library Holiday Open House Friday 12/21/12 @ 9:30am-1:00pm
Holiday Hours
Library will be closed Monday & Tuesday for the holiday.
PC Doctor December 10, 2012
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Christmas Basket Raffle
Winner will be drawn December 17, 2012
Holiday Arrangements Raffle
Holiday Arrangements created by Betty Sanders. Four winners will be drawn on December 13, 2012.
A New Review from Robin Reads & Writes: The Bone Bed by Patricia Cornwell
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New Materials December 4, 2012
Latest materials at the Athol Public Library!
PC Doctor December 2, 2012
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Booked For Lunch December Selection
This month’s pick: Five Qu