Solar Panel Array

An array of solar panels was installed on the Library’s roof during the Fall of 2009, to help supply electricity for the building. All of the funding for the project came from State and Federal grants, and rebates from the energy company. Click the tabs below to learn about our system and see how much … Continue reading Solar Panel Array →

Health & Wellness

Featured Online Resources Print Materials Health-related print resources are shelved according to the Dewey Decimal System. Our catalog is available for searching, but general topics can also be found by browsing the shelf: 610 – Medical Sciences General 611 – Human Anatomy 612 – Human Physiology 613 – Promotion of Health 614 – Forensic … Continue reading Health & Wellness →

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 →

How-To Afternoons Series

Are you looking to pick up a new skill or hobby? Then check out our new series of programs aimed at getting you started with the guidance of an expert and some interactive, hands-on practice. Come and try something new with us! These sessions will be held on Sunday afternoons until Memorial Day. How-to sessions … Continue reading How-To Afternoons Series →

Voter Engagement

As of the 2020 presidential election, the voting-eligible population in the U.S. was just over 239 million people. Nearly 160 million of those eligible voted in the election marking a 66.7% voter turnout. This was a record high but still signifies that about ⅓ of eligible voters didn’t make it to the polls. Meanwhile, 76% … Continue reading Voter Engagement →

COVID-19 Information & Library Status

Status of the Library, Updated Monday, June 14th The state mandate has been lifted, but be mindful that children and many others have not yet been vaccinated. Masks are still advised if you have not been fully vaccinated. In the meantime, when you visit us you’ll find that much of the library’s seating has been … Continue reading COVID-19 Information & Library Status →

Language & Travel

Skip to resources for speakers of other languages learning English (ESL/ESOL). Featured Online Resources Conversation Circles & Other Groups The Chelmsford Library, as well as other libraries in the area, offer informal groups for people learning languages. These do change over time, so please check our event calendar or contact the library in question … Continue reading Language & Travel →

Contact

Email: askus@ chelmsfordlibrary.org Telephone: (978) 256-5521 Fax: (978) 256-8511 Chat with us live Sign Up for Library Newsletters Chelmsford Public Library 25 Boston Road Chelmsford, MA 01824 Hours Mon-Thu: 9:30 am – 8:30 pm Fri-Sat: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm Sun: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm View an online tour of the Main Branch. MacKay … Continue reading Contact →

The Library is Going Solar

October 7, 2009Current News, Library Informationchelmsford, conservation, energy, library, panel, panels, solarBrian Herzog

Early next week, crews will begin installing solar panels on the roof of the Library! As reported in April in the Chelmsford Independent, the Town chose to install solar panels on the Library not only to save money, but also to help inform the public on the benefits of solar energy. The article quoted Chelmsford … Continue reading The Library is Going Solar →

Immigration & Citizenship

Immigration to this country began with the Spanish in the 16th century and the English in 1607, crowding out American Indigenous peoples. Later immigrants faced resistance from the descendants of earlier colonizers as they began to have a profound impact on the identity and growth of the country. America’s promise of a new life in … Continue reading Immigration & Citizenship →