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The Ultimate Library Road Trip

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Check out everything that our libraries have to offer.

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Your WMLA
Library Adventure Awaits this October!

Click on each library below to learn interesting facts about each library on the trip before you go.

Participating Libraries

Select a library below to view its address and sights you can plan to visit on your trip.

  • 92 Park St., Adams, MA 01220

    Check out what’s happening at the library (adamslibraryma.org (link opens in a new window))

  • 750 Cooper Street, Agawam, MA 01001

    Check out what’s happening at the library (agawamlibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • A former Library staff member created a beautiful piece of stained glass modeled after the seal for the Town of Agawam. It is hanging in a prominent location in the library, see if you can find it.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Visit School Street Park.

  • 43 Amity Street, Amherst, MA 01002

    Check out what’s happening at the library (joneslibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • In the 1920s, the Trustees of the Jones Library decided to create a library building that would embody the image of "Mother Amherst welcoming her children" into a large, overgrown Colonial revival style home. The original reading rooms were designed to resemble living rooms with wood paneling and fireplaces, oil paintings, sculpture, and oriental rugs. They very consciously rejected the Carnegie library style at the time which sought to create a "temple of learning."
    • In 1993, the original building was enlarged with a glass-roofed center courtyard and new Reference, Audiovisual, and Special Collections rooms. The front face of the library remains the same, however, and the interior rooms preserve its traditional homelike atmosphere. While some people seem to live here, this was never a private home.

  • 344 Main Street, Ashfield, MA 01330

    Check out what’s happening at the library (beldingmemoriallibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • A rare, signed souvenir copy of the Emancipation Proclamation was found in our cellar in the 1980s. Its sale paid for the renovation and expansion of the historic library building — including our beautiful children’s room!
    Free Area Attractions
    • Visit Bullitt Reservation and Chapel Brook.
    • Swim in Ashfield Lake.
    • Visit the Historical Society on Saturdays.
    • Check out Ohketeau Cultural Center’s resources on Indigenous histories, present, and futures!
    • Check out the Farmer’s Market on Saturdays, 9am-1pm through the end of October. Featuring free music and entertainment.

  • 3367 Main Street Becket MA 01223

    Check out what’s happening at the library (becketathenaeum.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • We have a taxidermy alligator and we're currently hosting a naming contest for it!
    Free Area Attractions
    • The Becket Quarry Trail
    • The Becket Arts Center (we share a parking lot! exhibits are free and there's a gift shop!)
    • Washington Town Park

  • 19 S Main St., Belchertown, MA 01007

    Check out what’s happening at the library (clapplibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • Many people think our library used to be a church because of the two large stained glass windows on either end. The building has always been a library and the stained glass windows are really something special to behold.
    Free Area Attractions
    • The Lake Wallace Sensory Trail is a new trail system with 3 amazing outlooks and easy path to walk on, great for kids and young families.

  • 87 Main Street, Blandford, MA 01008

    Check out what’s happening at the library (portermemoriallibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • Palmer was once known as the "Town of Seven Railroads" so we have a model "G" train that runs on a hand built track around our Youth Services Room and we have a Railroad Research Room devoted to local train history.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Porter Memorial Library has a Story Walk at Watson Park, every month there is a new book to read!
    • There is also a playground at the Town Hall and an abundance of hikes, including Knittel Conservation Area.

  • 195 W Main St., Chester, MA 01011

    Check out what’s happening at the library (hamilton-library.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • We have an impressive rock museum.
    Free Area Attractions
    • https://westernmasshilltownhikers.com/
    • https://www.chesterrailwaystation.net/

  • 449 Front Street, Chicopee, MA 01013

    Check out what’s happening at the library (chicopeepubliclibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • Chicopee voted in March of 1853 to fund the library from tax dollars, making it the first publicly funded library in Western Massachusetts.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Szot Park is just down the street from the library. Featuring trails, athletic fields, picnic spots, a playground, and a spray park.

  • 12 Main Rd., Colrain, MA 01346

    Check out what’s happening at the library (colrain-ma.gov/p/27/Public-Library (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • Our domed ceiling includes a stained glass coat of arms from Coleraine, Ireland, donated in 1908
    Free Area Attractions
    • Visit the Arthur A. Smith Covered Bridge.
    • Our Story Walk at Pine Hill Orchards is available during the pick-your-own apple season beginning every Labor Day weekend.

  • 19 S Main St, Belchertown, MA 01007

    Check out what’s happening at the library (cushmanlibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • From October 21st through Halloween, Cushman Park, which is across the street from the library, will be home to dozens of creative handmade scarecrows as part of the Scarecrow in the Park event, which will be in full swing on October 21st & 22nd, featuring live music, art & craft vendors, a tractor parade, delicious food, and more. Admission to the event is free.
    Free Area Attractions
    • The original vault, built in 1863, is like something out of an Edgar Allan Poe story, with its heavy metal doors, two large skeleton keys, and tight brick inner space. Visitors to our library will be welcome to unlock the doors and take a peek inside.

  • 75 North Main St., South Deerfield, MA 01373

    Check out what’s happening at the library (tiltonlibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • Our library has a pet bearded dragon in the children's room!
    Free Area Attractions
    • We have a Story Walk sometimes.
    • Hike Mt. Sugarloaf.
    • Visit Yankee Candle.

  • 60 Center Square East, Longmeadow, MA 01028

    Check out what’s happening at the library (eastlongmeadowlibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community.

  • 9 Park Street, Easthampton, MA 01027

    Check out what’s happening at the library (ewmlibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • We have been housed in our present building since 1881, and our local history museum collection includes a wide range of oddments and armaments that are scattered about the building, from bayonets to giant bears.
    Free Area Attractions

  • 1 Buttonball Lane, South Egremont, MA 01258

    Check out what’s happening at the library (https://www.facebook.com/people/Egremont-Free-Library/100064545705774/ (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • It's in an historic building built in 1831. Recent renovations have maintained the character while making it accessible to all.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Playground at French Park.
    • Hiking at Jug End Preserve.

  • 2 Care Drive, Erving, MA 01344

    Check out what’s happening at the library (erving-ma.gov (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • The building is only 3 years old! Visit our fish tank or Makerspace for some light entertainment.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Outside our building is the story walk, patio, along with the vegetable and pollinator gardens.
    • Visit the Heron sculpture at Riverfront Park, it's a straight trip down Route 2.

  • 332 Main Rd, Gill, MA 01354

    Check out what’s happening at the library (gillmass.org/p/31/Library (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • The library was built over 100 years ago in 1921!

  • 42 Main Street, Goshen, MA 01032

    Check out what’s happening at the library (goshen-ma.us/departments/library/ (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • We are a one room library on the second floor, but so worth the visit!
    Free Area Attractions
    • Three Sister’s Sanctuary/Dar State Park – Free offseason passes available at our library.

  • 2 Granby Rd., Granville, MA 01034

    Check out what’s happening at the library (granvillepubliclibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • Back in 1896, the women of the town banded together to raise the money to build this library! The stain glass windows are beautiful.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Granville State Forest is up the road for gentle hiking along a beautiful stream.

  • 412 Main St., Greenfield, MA 01301

    Check out what’s happening at the library (greenfieldpubliclibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • Look for the library/reading quilts we brought over from the old library to the new one when we opened in July 2023.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Walk up to see Poet's Sear.

  • 50 Middle Street, Hadley, MA 01035

    Check out what’s happening at the library (hadleyma.org/hadley-public-library (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • We are a brand new library which opened to the public in 2021! All are welcome!
    Free Area Attractions
    • Ride, jog or walk the Norwottuck Rail Trail.
    • Visit the historic Summit House atop Mount Holyoke in Skinner State Park.
    • Take the walking tour of historic West Street Common.
    • Visit Lake Warner in North Hadley.

  • 39 Main Street, Hatfield, MA 01038

    Check out what’s happening at the library (hatfieldpubliclibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • We were built in 1894 and have a very beautiful carved wooden door, as well as other carved wood and decorative touches throughout the library. We have two genuine Civil War cannons in front of the library. And in our fiction room we have a memorial to two men who rescued their families (and other hostages) from Canada in 1877.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Take a walk on the dike! From the library there is a half-hour walking loop with lovely views of the river.

  • 23 Sturbridge Road, Holland, MA 01521

    Check out what’s happening at the library (town.holland.ma.us/library (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • Our adorable library is a 670 square foot, one-room hub, proudly serving Holland since 1912. Many fixtures are original, including the wood benches that frame the center fireplace. Antiquarians will appreciate the many historical portraits and inscriptions that adorn the walls.
    Free Area Attractions

  • 250 Chestnut Street, Holyoke, MA 01040

    Check out what’s happening at the library (holyokelibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • We have two sets of murals in the building. One completed in 1953 and one completed in 2019.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Heritage Park and the Holyoke Visitor’s Center.
    • Doors Open Holyoke event on October 14th offering access to local landmarks.

  • 7 East Main St., Huntington, MA 01050

    Check out what’s happening at the library (thehuntingtonpubliclibrary.wordpress.com (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • Our mascot is an Axolotl named Jenn
    Free Area Attractions
    • Story Walk.
    • Hike.
    • Fish.

  • 83 North Main St., Lanesborough, MA 01237 (In the back of the Town Hall building)

    Check out what’s happening at the library (lanesboroughlibrary.weebly.com (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • Check out our giant wall mural in the children's section!
    Free Area Attractions
    • Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center

  • 693 Longmeadow St., Longmeadow, MA

    Check out what’s happening at the library (longmeadowlibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • The land and original building were donated to the Town of Longmeadow by Sarah Williams Storrs to honor the family name, Richard Salter Storrs.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Visit the Storrs House Museum at 697 Longmeadow St. This is next to the Library on the same property.
    • Go for a hike along the river in an area called "The Meadows". This area includes the Fannie Stebbins Memorial Wildlife Refuge, which is part of the Silvio O. Conte National Fish & Wildlife Refuge.

  • 24 Center St., Ludlow, MA 01056

    Check out what’s happening at the library (hubbardlibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • We have Oculus VR headsets for in-library use by arrangement.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Visit Whitney Park.
    • Go for a walk at Ludlow Reservoir.
    • Take a hike at Facing Rock.

  • 75 Montague Rd., Leverett, MA 01054

    Check out what’s happening at the library (leverettlibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • Check out our giant wall mural in the children's section!
    Free Area Attractions
    • There is a Story Walk on the trail behind the library.
    • Also wonderful walks to the Peace Pagoda and up the Rattlesnake Gutter Trail.

  • 452 Main Road, Monterey, MA 01245

    Check out what’s happening at the library (montereymasslibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • The original library, built in 1891, was in a different location and was chained to a tree so it wouldn't float away in a spring flood. The building moved to its current location in 1931 and was renovated in 2019.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Many hiking trails, including Beartown State Forest, Diane's Trail, and Bob's Way.

  • 452 Main Road, Monterey, MA 01245

    Check out what’s happening at the library (mblc.state.ma.us/directories/libraries/library.php?record_id=646 (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • Before our addition we were the smallest library in the commonwealth. You can still see the original library in our Children's Room.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Every Thursday "Music in Montgomery" ( Live Music) here in the library.

  • 23 South Main Street, New Salem, MA 01355

    Check out what’s happening at the library (newsalempubliclibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • The building that currently houses the library was originally built as a school and was then used as an independent bookstore before undergoing renovation and becoming home to the New Salem Public Library in 2006.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Hike the Quabbin! There's an easy walk from the library to great views at the Quabbin Overlook (26 S Main St #32, New Salem, MA 01355), and there are several other gates in New Salem that offer trails with varying levels of difficulty.

  • 20 West Street, Northampton, MA 01060

    Check out what’s happening at the library (forbeslibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • The building is only 3 years old! Visit our fish tank or Makerspace for some light entertainment.
    Free Area Attractions

  • 115 Main Street, Northfield, MA 01360

    Check out what’s happening at the library (northfieldpubliclibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • Our 1897 building has owls and other faces carved into its stone. See if you can spot any on the front of the building!
    Free Area Attractions
    • We have lots of nature trails, all levels of accessibility. The library has free trail maps. Pick one up and then walk around beautiful Northfield!

  • 49 E Main St., Orange, MA 01364

    Check out what’s happening at the library (orangelib.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • The Wheeler Memorial Library will be 110 years old in 2024.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Visit Lake Mattawa, follow the historic walking tour.

  • 1455 North Main St., Palmer, MA 01069

    Check out what’s happening at the library (palmerlibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • Palmer was once known as the "Town of Seven Railroads" so we have a model "G" train that runs on a hand built track around our Youth Services Room and we have a Railroad Research Room devoted to local train history.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Hyrniewicz Park
    • Endelson Playground
    • Train Spotting at The Steaming Tender

  • One Wendell Avenue, Pittsfield, MA, 01201

    Check out what’s happening at the library (pittsfieldlibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • The Berkshire Athenaeum, Pittsfield's Public Library, has been the custodian of an impressive and historical collection of Herman Melville material since 1953. Melville scholars from around the world come to our library to see manuscript's and letters from Melville's library to deepen their own research!
    Free Area Attractions
    • Take a beautiful stroll, or bike ride down the Ashuwillticook Trail! Starting on Crane Avenue in Pittsfield, this 13.5 mile trail is a lovely space to do some bird and wildlife watching while enjoying our natural environment. With plenty of spots to turn around you can choose your own adventure!

  • 1751 State Rd., Richmond, MA 01254

    Check out what’s happening at the library (richmondfreepl.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • We are moving to our brand-new library in the Fall of 2023.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Visit our town beach.

  • 318 Zoar Rd., Rowe, MA 01367

    Check out what’s happening at the library (rowe-ma.gov/p/48/Rowe-Town-Library (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • We have a great 'Library of Things and Tools' - Check out the shed with tools as well as the seed library and other "things" in the library.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Beautiful hiking trails all around Pelham Lake Park.

  • 162 Main St., Russell, MA 01071

    Check out what’s happening at the library (russelllibrary.library.site (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • It was originally the Russel School 1st-8th grade
    Free Area Attractions
    • Hike at AMC Noble View Outdoor Center

  • 60 Bridge St., Shelburne Falls, 01370

    Check out what’s happening at the library (armslibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • A mystery - who painted the murals inside the library? And when?
    Free Area Attractions
    • Visit the Bridge of Flowers.
    • Visit the (Post) Glacial Potholes in the riverbed.
    • Take a guided walking tour of places and trees of historic note.
    • Hike.

  • 10 Cooleyville Road, Shutesbury, MA 01072

    Check out what’s happening at the library (https://sites.google.com/site/mnspearmemoriallibrary/ (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • We are in the process of designing a new Library a half mile down the road. You can visit the Little Free Library at our new library site.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Story Walk on Town Common, adjacent to the Library.

  • 47 College St., South Hadley, MA 01075

    Check out what’s happening at the library (gaylordlibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • The Gaylord Library is built on the old town burial ground and believed to be the only library in America that is also a cemetery. In the backyard, visitors can pay their respects to John Preston (1686-1728), a veteran of the French and Indian Wars, who donated this land to the town for a graveyard. When all the other graves were moved in the early 1900s to make room for the library the Preston family objected, and Mr. Preston remains a permanent library patron almost 300 years later.
    Free Area Attractions
    • The Village Commons shopping area is a short walk from the library and offers a wonderful assortment of options included the Odyssey Bookshop, Tower Theaters, and numerous food establishments.
    • Across the street is Mount Holyoke College, one of the prettiest campuses in the country, which offers walking paths and programs open to the public throughout the year (along with a beautiful library of its own).

  • 2 Canal Street, South Hadley, MA 01075

    Check out what’s happening at the library (shadleylib.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • Best viewed from the library windows, a restored section of the South Hadley Canal is located just below the library. Completed in 1795, this was the country's first navigable canal and opened the area to commercial development. Look for features in our building that respect this historical landmark: the boat in the children's room, brickwork features along the exterior, and wooden ceiling panels and beams on the second floor. The South Hadley Canal District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1992.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Texon Mill Park and Lower Riverside Park, adjacent to the library, offers walking trails and an unparalleled view of the Holyoke Dam and Connecticut River. This is a popular spot for bird watching and visitors can look for the bald eagles which nest along the river. The parks are open May through September.

  • 30 East Street, Southampton, MA 01073

    Check out what’s happening at the library (southamptonlibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • We have been housed in our present building since 1881, and our local history museum collection includes a wide range of oddments and armaments that are scattered about the building, from bayonets to giant bears.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Free concerts in the summer.
    • Pickleball, tennis, and basketball courts, and a playground right outside the library!
    • There are lots of hikes and we are close to a bike path that goes to Connecticut and beyond.

  • 95 Feeding Hills Road, Southwick, MA 01077

    Check out what’s happening at the library (southwickma.org/southwick-public-library (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • Best viewed from the library windows, a restored section of the South Hadley Canal is located just below the library. Completed in 1795, this was the country's first navigable canal and opened the area to commercial development. Look for features in our building that respect this historical landmark: the boat in the children's room, brickwork features along the exterior, and wooden ceiling panels and beams on the second floor. The South Hadley Canal District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1992.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Southwick has several beautiful parks including Whalley Park.
    • Southwick also has the Congamond Lakes, as well as a great Rail Trail.

  • Check out what’s happening at the library (springfieldlibrary.org/library/ (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Springfield City Library – Brightwood Branch

    359 Plainfield Street, Springfield, MA 01107 | 413-263-6805

    Free Area Attractions
    • Kenefick Park (310 Plainfield St. Springfield, MA). Featuring a nice new playground, splash park, and pleasant place to enjoy a nice day.
    Springfield City Library – Central Library Branch

    220 State Street, Springfield, MA 01103 | 413-263-6828

    Free Area Attractions
    • The Quad outside of the library is the host of Dr. Seuss sculptures. (free) The museums on the quad have a fee for entrance but are free for Springfield residents
    • Connecticut Riverwalk at Riverfront Park State Street & West Columbus Ave.
    • The Basketball Hall of Fame (1000 Hall of Fame Ave., Springfield, MA 01105) there is a fee, but call ahead to Central Library for availability of their admission passes (valid for 2 guests)
    • MGM Springfield is within walking distance, and the string lights across Main street make for a great photo op.
    Springfield City Library – East Forest Branch

    136 Surrey Road, Springfield, MA 01118 | 413-263-6836

    Free Area Attractions
    • Story walk outside of the library.
    • Nathan Bill Park/Playground (149 Plumtree Rd. Springfield, MA).
    Springfield City Library – East Springfield Branch

    21 Osborne Terrace, Springfield, MA 01104 | 413-263-6840

    Free Area Attractions
    • Pokeno, Craft Social, Line Dancing, Exercise Classes, Health Screening (Blood Pressure & Foot Care) - Held at Hungry Hills Senior Center (773 Liberty St. Springfield, MA).
    • Van Horn Park (494 Armory St. Springfield, MA)
    Springfield City Library – Forest Park Branch

    380 Belmont Avenue, Springfield, MA 01108 | 413-263-6843

    Free Area Attractions
    • Forest Park 300 Sumner Ave Springfield, MA
      • Street Parking and Free Walk–in Entrance at 203 Trafton Rd.
      • Driving in and parking is $3 for in-state plates cash only but you can park in the surrounding neighborhood and walk in.
      • In the park there is a number of things to do including ponds, sports fields, playgrounds, historical & memorial sites, and gardens. There is a fee to enter the zoo, but you can get a free zoo pass from the library beforehand!
    Springfield City Library – Indian Orchard Branch

    44 Oak Street, Indian Orchard, MA 01151

    Free Area Attractions
    • The Library has an amazing Stained Glass Dome inside.
    • The Indian Orchard Mills Art Gallery (34 Front Street Indian Orchard), and
    • The Titanic Historical Society Museum (208 Main St. Indian Orchard, MA)
    Springfield City Library – Library Express Branch

    21 Osborne Terrace, Springfield, MA 01104 | 413-263-6840

    Free Area Attractions
    • Blunt Park (1780 Roosevelt Ave Springfield, MA)
    Springfield City Library – Mason Square Branch

    21 Osborne Terrace, Springfield, MA 01104 | 413-263-6840

    Free Area Attractions
    • Reading Garden outside of the library
    • Community Garden.
    Springfield City Library – Sixteen Acres Branch

    21 Osborne Terrace, Springfield, MA 01104 | 413-263-6840

    Free Area Attractions
    • Free Fitness, Dance & Crafting Classes held at the Clodo Concepcion Community Center (1188 Parker St. Springfield, MA
      • Walking Tigers Get Fit - 9:00 AM Mon. & Thurs.
      • Dance for the Fun of It! - 11:00 AM Mon.
      • Craft Class - 1:00 Mondays
      • Step In Time Line Dance - Tues. 10:30 AM
      • Line Dancing - Tues. 1:00 PM
      • Improvers Line Dancing - Weds. at 9:30 AM
      • Walking Tigers Get Fit Club - Thurs. at 9:00 AM
      • Strength Class Low Impact - Thurs. at 10:00 AM

  • 46 Main Street, Stockbridge, MA 01262

    Check out what’s happening at the library (stockbridgelibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • Stockbridge Library is one of only five libraries built in the United States during the Civil War.
    Free Area Attractions

  • 20 School Street, Sunderland, 01375

    Check out what’s happening at the library (sunderlandpubliclibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • You can borrow a kayak from us to use in the river.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Riverside Park, located next to the library, features an accessible walking path along the CT River

  • 22 Clubhouse RD, Tolland, MA 01034

    Check out what’s happening at the library (tolland-ma.gov/tolland-public-library (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • Built in 1845, our building was the original Town Hall.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Trails, Fishing and Boating on State Owned Lands.

  • 201 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA 01376

    Check out what’s happening at the library (montaguepubliclibraries.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • The three Montague Public Library branches operated as separate entities until joining forces in the 1980's.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Turners Falls features a gorgeous bike path that curves along the Connecticut River and canal. Visitors can learn more about the river and the creatures that live there at the Great Falls Discovery Center.
    • Peskeomskut Park, across from the library, hosts a great Saturday farmer's market as well as frequent free concerts and films.

  • 7 Wendell Depot Road, Wendell, MA 01379

    Check out what’s happening at the library (wendellmass.us/departments/library (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • Built in 1845, our building was the original Town Hall.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Hike in the Wendell State Forest.
    • Enjoy the playground next door to the library.

  • 6 Elm Street, Westfield, MA 01085

    Check out what’s happening at the library (westath.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • We have a gigantic mural in our main library area that shows a variety of people and places from Westfield's past.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Here at the Athenaeum, we feature an art gallery and a history museum that are free and open to the public the same hours as the hours for the library.

  • 200 Park Street, West Springfield, MA 01089

    Check out what’s happening at the library (wspl.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • One of the 43 Carnegie public libraries in MA.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Walking trails at Mittineague Park.
    • Bear Hole Reservoir.
    • Bagg Brook and Connecticut Riverwalk and Bike Trail.
    • Altamont House Town Museum.
    • Library quarterly Story Walks.
    • Park & Rec Summer concert series.

  • 21 State Line Road, West Stockbridge, 01266

    Check out what’s happening at the library (weststockbridgepl.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • We are located in the former Village School, built in the 1960s.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Walk around the picturesque village.

  • 21 State Line Road, West Stockbridge, 01266

    Check out what’s happening at the library (westhampton-ma.com/westhampton-public-library (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • Our library has a geocache!
    Free Area Attractions
    • The library has a beautiful yard with pollinator gardens that is free and open to the public to use even when the library is closed.

  • 202 Chestnut Plain Rd, Whately, MA 01093

    Check out what’s happening at the library (whately.org/library (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • We are known as the Library with a view. On a clear day you can see the UMass Amherst Campus.
    Free Area Attractions
    • Bike trails.
    • Hiking Krestle Land Trust (Whately Woods).

  • 25 Crane Park Drive, Wilbraham MA 01095

    Check out what’s happening at the library (wilbrahamlibrary.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Free Area Attractions
    • Library story walk.
    • Fountain Park trails.
    • Disc golf course.

  • 2 Williams St, Williamsburg, MA 01096

    Check out what’s happening at the library (meekins-library.org (link opens in a new window)) and in the community:

    Fun Fact About Our Library
    • We are home to a complete Weights and Measures used by the town to charge tariffs for most goods produced by local farmers and industries.
    Free Area Attractions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Western MA Library Road Trip?

The Western MA Library Road Trip is a collaborative program taking place from October 16 - November 18, 2023 between 65 Western MA Libraries. Almost all of the 65 participating libraries are members of the CWMARS network. A library card from any library in the network gains you access to materials from 161 libraries across the central and western part of the state. This Library Road Trip is focused on libraries in Franklin, Hampshire, Hampden, and Berkshire Counties, which make up the “W” part of CWMARS.

How do I participate in the Library Road Trip?

Stop by any participating library to start. From there, you can collect your passport or download a passport using the download link above. Try to visit as many libraries as you can! Each library will be able to stamp your passport and may even have a small prize for you.

When does the Library Road Trip take place?

Participating libraries will be ready to stamp your passport from October 16 through November 18, 2023. However, the list of libraries and the information about them will stay here on the website. Of course you should feel free to visit libraries in the future!

Who can participate in the WMLA Library Road Trip?

Everyone is welcome! Come out to experience Fall in Western MA or visit some libraries close to home. In order to check out books at these libraries, you will have to have a CWMARS card, but anyone can visit these beautiful public spaces. This program is free to all.

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