Evening Book Group

The evening group is a mix of people, young and not-so young who meet at 7 pm on the FIRST Monday of every month (with the exception of Monday holidays and summer months) for lively conversation. We read a mix of fiction and non-fiction titles. We laugh a lot. The group meets in a hybrid … Continue reading Evening Book Group

Morning Book Group

The Morning Book Discussion Group meets at 10 am on the third Wednesday of every month. The group meets in the conference room and on zoom. The group is led by Jessica Fitzhanso, Assistant Director of Outreach. She can be reached for questions or suggestions at 978-256-5521 x1115, or e-mail: jfitzhanso@chelmsfordlibrary.org. Sign up for email … Continue reading Morning Book Group

SoJust Book Group

The Social Justice Book Group addresses civic engagement (see the library’s guides for more information) and reads an array of titles about identity, equality, justice, the environment, and much more. Our current vision is to read books that get us thinking and talking about how we as a community can move towards a more socially … Continue reading SoJust Book Group

Mystery Book Group

The Mystery Book Group meets at 2:00 PM on the fourth Wednesday of every month. We read a wide variety of titles, from the classics to historical mysteries to contemporary thrillers. Currently the group is fashioned on our hybrid model – members can attend in person at the main branch of the library or attend … Continue reading Mystery Book Group

History Book Group

The History Book Group is an informal group which meets at 7 pm on the the last Thursday of every month (with exception of November and December; and no meetings in July or August), for people with an interest in history – local, U.S. and world history.  If you are new to the group, please … Continue reading History Book Group

Art Exhibits

Monthly Art Exhibit The Library hosts a monthly exhibit in our McCarthy Meeting Room and throughout the main floor. Many exhibits kick off with an opening reception or a program related to the exhibit. To have your work exhibited, please review our Art Exhibition Policy, Art Exhibit Application, and Display Case Application. Questions about the … Continue reading Art Exhibits

Bibliobites in September: Legume Love, Tahini Trysts

We’re back!  After a summer hiatus, our Bibliobites group met, in person (!), on a sunny September morning.  It was wonderful to welcome members new and old, and catch up with those we’d lost touch with over the past few years.  And we were eager to discuss this month’s title, Dada Eats Love to Cook … Continue reading Bibliobites in September: Legume Love, Tahini Trysts

Real Pets of Chelmsford Librarians

Here at the library, we have all been enjoying our 2021 One Book Chelmsford title, How To Be a Good Creature by Sy Montgomery.  The book is a collection of short essays about the animals that have enriched the author’s life, and that have taught her valuable lessons on how to be a “good creature” … Continue reading Real Pets of Chelmsford Librarians

Good Creature March Madness

It is March Madness time and you know what that means – Book bracket showdowns!!  Inspired by our One Book Chelmsford title, How To Be A Good Creature, we have created the Good Creature March Madness bracket.  To follow along, print a bracket yourself or pick up a copy in the library or at curbside. … Continue reading Good Creature March Madness