Check out everything that our libraries have to offer.
As you stop by each one, check-in at the front desk for a stamp to track your progress.
Download the OCLN Library Crawl Passport (link opens in a new window)
OCLN Library Crawl Giveaway & Completion Form (link opens in a new window)
Take our OCLN Library Crawl Survey (link opens in a new window)
OCLN Library Crawl Map
Use the below map to chart your trip through our network.
Your OCLN
Library Adventure
Awaits
this June!
Click on each library below to learn interesting facts about each library on the trip before you go.
View Upcoming Events at Our Participating Libraries
View Events (link opens in a new window)Participating Libraries
Select a library below to view its address and sights you can plan to visit on your trip.
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600 Gliniewicz Way, Abington, MA 02351
Check out what’s happening at the library (abingtonpl.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:
Nearby Department of Conservation & Recreation Properties
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280 W Main St., Avon, MA 02322
Check out what’s happening at the library (avon-ma.gov/avon-public-library (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:
Lunch/Café Spots
- Avon House of Pizza
- Ben's Pour House & Grille
- IKEA restaurant
Area Attractions
- D.W. Field Park & Nature Reserve
- IKEA
- Fuller Craft Museum
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798 Washington St., Braintree, MA 02184
Check out what’s happening at the library (thayerpubliclibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community
Lunch/Café Spots
- Southside Tavern
- Casual Cup
- Ashley's
- Foley's Ice Cream
Area Attractions
- Blue Hills Reservation
- Sunset lake
- Watson Park & Splash Pad
- Time Capsule Cairn
- Monument Mall Civil War Monument
- Sacco & Vanzetti Murder Memorial
- General Sylvanus Thayer Birthplace
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Brockton Public Library
304 Main St., Brockton, MA 02301
BPL - East Branch
54 Kingman St., Brockton, MA 02302
BPL - West Branch
540 Forest Ave., Brockton, MA 02301
Check out what’s happening at the library (brocktonpubliclibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:
Nearby Department of Conservation & Recreation Properties
Lunch/Café Spots
Celebrate Restaurant Week! (June 4-8, 2023)
- Cabo Vegan
- N-GON Viet Subs
- McMenamy Seafood
- Khalil's Kitchen
- White's Bakery
Area Attractions
- Brockton Rox
- Fuller Craft Museum
- DW Fields Park
- FunZ Trampoline Park
- Westgate Lanes (Bowling)
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786 Washington St., Canton, MA 02021
Check out what’s happening at the library (library.canton.ma.us (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:
Nearby Department of Conservation & Recreation Properties
- Neponset River Reservation (link opens in a new window)
- Blue Hills Reservation (link opens in a new window)
- Ponkapoag Golf Course (link opens in a new window)
Lunch/Café Spots
- The Alchemist Bakery
- Fit Fuel Café
- Thyme Mediterranean Restaurant
- CF McCarthy's
Area Attractions
- Blue Hills Weather Observatory
- Paul Revere Heritage Site
- Eleanor Cabot Bradley Estate
- Canton Viaduct
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35 Ripley Rd., Cohasset, MA 02025
Check out what’s happening at the library (cohassetlibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:
Nearby Department of Conservation & Recreation Properties
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77 Alden St., Duxbury, MA 02332
Check out what’s happening at the library (town.duxbury.ma.us/duxbury-free-library (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:
Nearby Department of Conservation & Recreation Properties
Area Attractions
- Art Complex Museum
- Bradford House Museum
- Alden House
- Duxbury Walking Trails
- Duxbury Beach
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534 Hanover St., Hanover, MA 02339
Check out what’s happening at the library (hanover-ma.gov/john-curtis-free-library (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:
Lunch/Café Spots
Area Attractions
- Stetson House
- Forge Pond Park
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66 Leavitt St., Hingham, MA 02043
Check out what’s happening at the library (hinghamlibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:
Nearby Department of Conservation & Recreation Properties
Lunch/Café Spots
- Bloomy Rind
- Red Eye Roasters
- Brewed Awakenings
Area Attractions
- Old Ordinary Museum
- World's End
- Hingham Harbor Walk
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9 Main St., Hull, MA 02045
Check out what’s happening at the library (hullpubliclibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:
Nearby Department of Conservation & Recreation Properties
Lunch/Café Spots
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6 Green St., Kingston, MA 02364
Check out what’s happening at the library (kingstonma.gov/219/Library (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:
Nearby Department of Conservation & Recreation Properties
Lunch/Café Spots
- Cravings
- Brother's Pizza
- Carmela's
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1837 Ocean St., Marshfield, MA 02050
Check out what’s happening at the library (ventresslibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:
Lunch/Café Spots
Area Attractions
- Mass Audubon's Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary
- Old Winslow Burying Ground
- Brant Rock Radio Tower
- Harbor Park & Town Pier
- Winslow House
- Daniel Webster Estate
- Kids at Play Park
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64 South Street, Norwell, MA 02061
Check out what’s happening at the library (norwellpubliclibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:
Nearby Department of Conservation & Recreation Properties
Lunch/Café Spots
- Hornstra Farms - Ice Cream Dairy Bar
- Strawberry Fair Restaurant
- On Rye Deli
Area Attractions
- The Norwell Pathway – 2-mile network of paved walking/cycling trails, sidewalks and boardwalks, the Pathway provides an alternative to crossing town via Route 123
- South Shore Quests – Discover Parks and Trails around Boston’s South Shore while Gathering Clues to a Puzzle (Quest Books - available at circ. desk for $5)
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132 South St., Plymouth, MA 02360
Manomet Branch
12 Strand Ave., Plymouth, MA 02360
Check out what’s happening at the library (plymouthpubliclibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:
Nearby Department of Conservation & Recreation Properties
- Myles Standish State Forest (link opens in a new window)
- Pilgrim Memorial State Park (link opens in a new window)
- Ellisville Harbor State Park (link opens in a new window)
Lunch/Café Spots
- Jolly Bean Café
- KKaties
- Kiskadee Coffee
Area Attractions
- Plymouth Rock
- Plymouth Grist Mill
- Mayflower II
- Massasoit Statue
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Adams Shore Branch
519 Sea St., Quincy, MA 02169
North Quincy Library
381 Hancock St., Quincy, MA 02171
Wollaston Branch
41 Beale St., Wollaston, MA 02170
Check out what’s happening at the library (thomascranelibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:
Nearby Department of Conservation & Recreation Properties
- Squantum Point Park (link opens in a new window)
- Quincy Shores Reservation (link opens in a new window)
- Neponset River Reservation (link opens in a new window)
- Blue Hills Reservation (link opens in a new window)
- Quincy Quarries Reservation (link opens in a new window)
Lunch/Café Spots
Area Attractions
- United First Parish Church
- Adams National Historical Park
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2 North Main Street, Randolph, MA 02368
Check out what’s happening at the library (turnerfreelibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:
Nearby Department of Conservation & Recreation Properties
Lunch/Café Spots
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20 Belmont St., Rockland, MA 02370
Check out what’s happening at the library (rocklandmemoriallibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:
Area Attractions
- Rockland Town Forest and Conservation Land
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142 Main St., Sandwich, MA 02563
Check out what’s happening at the library (sandwichpubliclibrary.com (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:
Nearby Department of Conservation & Recreation Properties
Lunch/Café Spots
- The Brown Jug
- The Pilot House
- Café Chew
- Fishermen's View
Area Attractions
- Sandwich Boardwalk
- Sandwich Glass Museum
- Thornton Burgess Society
- Green Briar Nature Center and Jam Kitchen
- Heritage Museums and Gardens
- Dexter Grist Mill and Hoxie House Museums
- The Seal
- The Next Door Burger Bar
- The Dan'l Webster Inn
- Beth's Special Teas
- The Dunbar Tea Room & Wine Bar
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85 Branch St., Scituate, MA 02066
Check out what’s happening at the library (scituatema.gov/town-library (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:
Nearby Department of Conservation & Recreation Properties
Area Attractions
- 2nd Chapter Bookstore
- Thoreau's Waye
- Scituate Lighthouse
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11 N Main St., Sharon, MA 02067
Check out what’s happening at the library (sharonpubliclibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:
Nearby Department of Conservation & Recreation Properties
Lunch/Café Spots
- Angel’s Pizza
- Carriage House Pizza Co.
Area Attractions
- Statue of Deborah Sampson
- Moose Hill Farm
- Mass Audubon's Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary
- Crescent Ridge Dairy
- Ward's Berry Farm
- Sharon Police and Fire Museum
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84 Park St., Stoughton, MA 02072
Check out what’s happening at the library (stoughton.org/261/Library (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:
Lunch/Café Spots
- Avocados Mexican Restaurant
- Olivio's Grill & Pizzeria
- Stoughton Bakery
Area Attractions
- Stoughton Historical Society
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The Fogg Library
1 Columbian St., South Weymouth, MA 02190
Tufts Library
46 Broad St., Weymouth, MA 02188
Check out what’s happening at the library (weymouth.ma.us/weymouth-public-libraries (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:
Nearby Department of Conservation & Recreation Properties
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100 Webster St., Whitman, MA 02382
Check out what’s happening at the library (whitmanpubliclibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:
Area Attractions
- Whitman Town Park
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the OCLN Library Crawl?
The OCLN Library Crawl is a collaborative program taking place from June 5 - June 17, 2023 between 23 OCLN Libraries. All 23 participating libraries are members of the Old Colony Library Network (OCLN) – which helps us cooperate and share physical and digital resources with each other.
We encourage patrons of all-ages to participate by visiting their local libraries, as well as traveling to discover other OCLN network libraries within the South Shore and Cape Cod - Let us know about your travels and share your photos using #oclnlibrarycrawl23
How do I participate in the Library Crawl?
Stop by any participating OCLN library to start. From there, you can collect your passport or download a passport using the download link above. Your goal is to collect at least 5 stamps on your passport- visit 5 different libraries to qualify for the Adult, Teen, or Child prize basket! To enter, clip your passport and turn this in at the library or submit your entry online above.
What events are going on and how do I find out where they are?
During the 2 weeks of the Library Crawl (June 5 - June 17th, 2023), many libraries will be hosting cool events; such as Move & Groove Storytime, Munchkin Tales, Indoor Mini Golf and an After hours 80's Block Party, Music of the West African Kora, The Magic of Butterflies and much, much more! (Note some events may require registration, and some events might be limited to a particular age group - some events are drop-in (they do not require registration), and some events are open to all ages).
Do I need to register for an event?
Possibly. Some library events require registration. Before you visit, we encourage you to check out the OCLN Libraries Events Calendar. If you still have questions about joining an event or need help registering, please contact that library directly.
What are the dates of the Library Crawl?
June 5 - June 17th, 2023.
Getting Around for the OCLN Library Crawl: How-Tos for using the Google Map
OCLN Library Crawl How-To: Browser (link opens in a new window)
Short video on how to use OCLN Library Crawl Map (link opens in a new window)
Can I visit any OCLN Library to qualify for the raffle?
Only libraries participating in the OCLN Library Crawl will qualify you for an entry into the raffle. You must visit 5 unique libraries to qualify for either the Adult, Teen, or Child prize basket.
Who can participate in the OCLN Library Crawl?
The OCLN Library Crawl is open to all ages and anyone can participate. You do not need to be a resident of any of the participating towns, or even a Massachusetts resident.
Do I have to visit particular libraries or in a certain order?
To qualify for the raffle you can visit any 5 individual OCLN library participating in the Library Crawl in whichever order you choose.
Can I visit multiple branches of the same library and have these count?
Branches of one city/town library will only count as one. For instance, if you visit both the North Quincy and Adams Shore branch libraries in Quincy, only one of these would count as one of the five libraries needed to qualify for the raffle.
What are the prizes for the raffle?
Children’s Basket includes: Kid’s Digital Camera, Crayola Art Case, Binoculars, LCD Writing Tablet, Books & Games, and more!
Adult Basket includes: Insulated Cooler Bag, Water Resistant Picnic Blanket, Road Trip Tote Bag, Books, and more!
How will I be notified if I win a prize?
Winners will be notified using the email or phone number you provide on your physical or digital OCLN Library Crawl entry. Winners will be notified shortly after June 17th, when the OCLN Library Crawl ends.
If I win, how do I claim my prize?
When notified of winning, arrangements will be made for picking up the prize basket at a library location close to where the winner resides. When picking up the prize basket, winners are expected to present their completed passport. Passports will not be collected, but will be reviewed to confirm submission details.
Is the OCLN Library Crawl free?
Yes! All programs and events hosted by OCLN libraries are also free!