4.1 Collection Development

Our Community andย Our Values The Chelmsford Public Library serves a town population of over 36,000. While many of the residents are younger families with children, approximately 30% are 60 years old and older. The diversity of the Town is also increasing, with more than 12% of people identifying as Black, Asian, Hispanic, or Latino. We … Continue reading 4.1 Collection Development

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

LGBTQ+Equality

The last few decades have seen major strides in civil rights for Americans who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, or queer. In fact, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in 2020 that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 protects employees from being discriminated against on the basis of their sexual orientation and … Continue reading LGBTQ+Equality

Teen Volunteer Book Reviews – April 2, 2022

Check out the latest reviews from our teen volunteers! ๐Ÿ™‚ If you’re in grades 7-12 and interested in writing reviews for our website, check out our Virtual Volunteer Training! 13 Things Mentally Strong People Donโ€™t Doย  By Amy Morin (2014) Reviewed by Abigail This self-help book follows a therapist who just faced a great loss … Continue reading Teen Volunteer Book Reviews – April 2, 2022

Library Technology Manager Job Description

TOWN OF CHELMSFORD โ€“ POSITION DESCRIPTIONย  Library Technology Managerย  Job Class:ย  Grade 6 FLSA: Non– Exempt Date Prepared:ย  10/30/23 Union Status:ย  N/A Department:ย  Libraryย ย ย ย ย  ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Wages set by Schedule (Non-Union)ย  Summary:ย  This position works with library management to plan, develop, and enhance the technology systems that make library services possible. Manages the libraryโ€™s networks and … Continue reading Library Technology Manager Job Description

Apple Pie Contest 2023

The Apple Pie Contest made a successful comeback on Sunday, 11/12 after four years! The Libraryโ€™s Apple Pie Contest โ€“ back by popular demand โ€“ drew over 85 hungry tasters to sample homemade and store-bought pies and vote for the best. Twelve local bakers brought their own signature pie recipes to the tasting table. Our … Continue reading Apple Pie Contest 2023

Teen Volunteer Book Reviews – January 20, 2023

It’s a new year, and if you’re anything like me you are on the hunt for new books to read! Check out these reviews to see what our teen volunteers are reading, and maybe check one out today! ๐Ÿ™‚ Jackaby by William Ritter (2014) Reviewed by Claire Jackaby, by William Ritter, is a supernatural YA … Continue reading Teen Volunteer Book Reviews – January 20, 2023