Athol Mini Game Con

Friday, April 25, 12:30pm-5pm Saturday, April 26,10am-1pm

Local Dungeon Master and game enthusiast Joe McNamara is teaming up with the Athol Public Library to bring a brand new event to the library. During the two day Mini Game Con, guests will be invited to try out popular card games, board games, and party games.

Volunteers will be on hand to teach players how to join in the fun. Guests can also sign up to join one of the mini Dungeons & Dragons campaigns running during the events.

From beloved classics like Dungeons and Dragons, Chess, and Uno to newer titles like Wingspan, Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza, Sleeping Queens, and more there will be something for every type of board game lover. With options of activities to explore each day kids, teens, and adults can all find something to enjoy. Plus, with every game you try you'll earn a ticket towards our Greenfield Games gift certificate raffle.

Friday, April 25

-D&D One Shot 1pm-4pm : Ages 18+ * Conference Room
Dungeon Master James will guide players through an adventure in this mini-Dungeons and Dragons campaign. Space is limited and registration is required.

-D&D One Shot (2) 1pm-4pm : Ages 18+ * Conference Room
Dungeon Master Dylan will guide players through an adventure in this mini-Dungeons and Dragons campaign. Space is limited and registration is required.

-Party Games 1pm-2pm & 2:30pm-4pm: Ages 10-18 Teen Space
What Do You Meme? & Cards Against Humanity Family Editions.

-Games Galore 12:30pm-5pm Program Room
Try out new and classic board games including UNO, Clue, Wingspan, Exploding Kittens, and many more!

-Chess 1pm-4pm Second Floor Between Study Rooms
Our chess club will be here to challenge you or teach you how to play.

-TCG Meet Up 3pm-4:30pm Second Floor Carnegie Tables
Bring your favorite trading card game and meet up with others to swap cards and play. Great for Pokémon and Magic the Gathering fans.

Saturday, April 26

-D&D One Shot 9:45am-12:45pm: Ages 18+ * Conference Room
Dungeon Master James will guide players through an adventure in this mini-Dungeons and Dragons campaign. Space is limited and registration is required.

-D&D One Shot (2) 9:45am-12:45pm : Ages 18+ * Conference Room
Dungeon Master Owen will guide players through an adventure in this mini-Dungeons and Dragons campaign. Space is limited and registration is required.

-Teen D&D 9:45am-12:45pm Ages 12-18 * Teen Space
In the Teen Space on Saturday, we'll be hosting a teen lead D&D one shot.
Space is limited and pre-registration is required.

-Games Galore 10am-1pm Program Room
Try out new and classic board games including UNO, Clue, Wingspan, Exploding Kittens, and many more!

-Chess 10am-1pm Second Floor Between Study Rooms
Our chess club will be here to challenge you or teach you how to play.

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Posted: to Athol Library News on Thu, Apr 3, 2025
Updated: Tue, Apr 22, 2025