Evaluating Online Resources

Take The Library’s Online Tutorial More Resources To Check Your Facts & Bias This list is not meant to be comprehensive. There are many places to check an article or outlet’s bias, facts, or sources, these are just a few of our favorites. Skeptical of fact checkers? A good bias rater or fact checking website … Continue reading Evaluating Online Resources

Homework Help

Homework Help Databases   Other Suggested Resources High School Ace – http://www.highschoolace.com An academic homepage for high school students where you can find links to subject sites, news, and reference sites Study Stack – http://www.studystack.com Find or create flashcards or other study activities for a variety of standardized tests and subjects MCAS Test Questions – … Continue reading Homework Help

Teen Volunteer Book Reviews – September 23, 2022

The Fear by Natasha Preston (2022) Reviewed by Claire The Fear by Natasha Preston was published in 2022 and is a YA thriller that’s a New York Times bestseller. A terrifying meme that originated from Izzy’s town is going viral. The meme asks people to repost the way they’re most afraid to die. Izzy herself … Continue reading Teen Volunteer Book Reviews – September 23, 2022

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.Β  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 β€œgood creature” … Continue reading Real Pets of Chelmsford Librarians

Bibliobites-Trying Something New for June

Due to the ongoing pandemic and limited library service, this month the group members challenged each other to try to cook something new, difficult, or out of our comfort zone. Those present approached the situation from many different vantage points. One member chose to make a Chocolate Biscuit Cake for her husband’s birthday. The recipe … Continue reading Bibliobites-Trying Something New for June

Teen Life

We know you’re not just worried about finishing up your latest homework assignment, playing video games, or borrowing the latest book in your favorite series. There’s more going on in your lives, and we can help. If you are currently in crisis–and that means any painful emotion for which you need support–please text the Crisis … Continue reading Teen Life

Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month runs from September 15 – October 15.Β  It is a month for recognizing the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States.Β  At the library, we are celebrating the rich literary heritage of Hispanic and Latinx authors.Β  Be sure to check out our library … Continue reading Hispanic Heritage Month

On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous

As everyone knows by now, On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong is our One Book Chelmsford 2022 title. Jess and Deanna talk about On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous in the latest installment of Bookmarked!Β  They discuss several of the main themes of the novel, as well as offer some great readalike suggestions. The … Continue reading On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous

One Book 2022: On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous

It’s time!Β  One Book 2022 is here!Β  Starting this week, you can stop by the library to pick up your copy of On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong. Sign up to join us on Zoom for his visit on Thursday, May 26 at 7:00 pm when he’ll be in conversation with poet, Professor … Continue reading One Book 2022: On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous

Biography & History

For Chelmsford History, please see our Chelmsford History Resource Guide.   Featured Online Resources   Print Biography Collection Main Library, Lower Level We have an extensive collection of adult biography books, at the call number Biog/ and arranged alphabetically by the last name of the person they are about. Also in this collection are large … Continue reading Biography & History