1.1-1 Public Comment Policy

The Chelmsford Public Library Board of Trustees [hereafter: Board of Trustees] recognizes the importance of active public participation at all public meetings, at the discretion of the Chairperson, on items on the official agenda such as public hearings or other published topics where public input is explicitly identified for a given agenda item. All comments … Continue reading 1.1-1 Public Comment Policy

Strategic Plan 2020-2025

In October of 2018, the Chelmsford Library was excited to be one of three libraries to receive a Civic Engagement grant, a pilot project from the MA Board of Library Commissioners. Our REACT: Read, Engage and Come Together project focused on six key issues in America today, namely, Poverty and Food Insecurity; Racial Justice; The … Continue reading Strategic Plan 2020-2025

Apple Pie Contest 2023

The Apple Pie Contest made a successful comeback on Sunday, 11/12 after four years! The Library’s Apple Pie Contest – back by popular demand – 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

Virtual Decluttering Workshops every month in 2024 with Jamie Novak

If you haven’t check out one of these programs on getting organized, you should mark your calendars now!  Jamie gets you moving around your space and getting rid of things you might not have thought you didn’t need!  Even if you don’t, it’s a mental decluttering as well.  See below for the upcoming programs each … Continue reading Virtual Decluttering Workshops every month in 2024 with Jamie Novak

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

General Services for Seniors

Besides Library Resources and Tech Support, Library staff have also compiled this list of services, resources, and information. General Resources: Age Friendly Chelmsford – A new initiative to enable people of all ages to actively participate in the community. Coordinated by the Council on Aging and other town departments, including the library. AgeSpan: Formerly Elder … Continue reading General Services for Seniors

Racial Justice

Since 1960, ethnic and racial statistics show a decrease in the number of caucasian people and an increase in those identifying as Black, Hispanic/Latinx, Asian and multiracial. Projections expect that this trend will continue through 2060. Chelmsford has also enjoyed an increase in diversity since 2010, and is working to better support this growth within … Continue reading Racial Justice

Accessibility

Chelmsford Public Library is committed to making library services accessible for all our users. Main Library Handicapped Access The Main Library is fully handicapped-accessible. This includes access to all areas of the building, and all collections and resources. MacKay Library Handicapped Access The MacKay Branch is wheelchair-accessible to the first floor. This includes the following … Continue reading Accessibility