Athol Public Library

My husband and I enjoy bringing our 18 month old(Max) to the Friday 11am class. We enjoy how everyone gets to say their name at the beginning of the class to welcome everyone as a community. We also want to give a shoutout to River. We were so impressed at the end of class when River got on the ground and played with the littles. We have gone to a few wiggle worm classes at different libraries and this one is the best!

I am so proud to have such an excellent library in our town! The addition and renovation are absolutely gorgeous. The views from the main library to the Millers River Park are extraordinary. It is a particularly "green library" as well, having earned the first ever LEEDS Platinum Certification for a public library. I enjoy the new art display room, as well, and the exhibits there are always interesting and change each month. As beautiful as the library is with its natural light and lovely woodwork, the greatest strength is in its staff. They are always warm, friendly, and eager to help, whether it is finding books and magazines, ordering something from the interlibrary loan, locating a video for rental (from an extensive collection), or answering a question. In addition, they plan,

It's extensive, clean, and very welcoming. Plenty of places to study, a quiet room, great children's section.

The newly refurbished and expanded Athol Public Library is a wonderful place to come, play, read, and share. I was there today with my (almost) 3 year old grandchildren and spent an hour playing with trains, the play kitchen and then did puzzles while their Grandmother picked out some new books and a DVD for us. Clean, bright and staffed by helpful energetic librarians. A truly wonderful facility. The Millers river park in the back is also a great place for the kids to run around and enjoy in nice weather. As an Athol taxpayer I am pleased and proud our investment turned out so well.

Don't forget after 5pm or 6pm the meters are free!! But I usually follow GPS which parks me on the side of the building vs where the actual entrance is. I say make sure you bring change for the meters!! Handicap accessible and a nice clean and quiet place to read. Thickly settled area 25 mph drive slow!!