Book Brunch – March Madness 2024

March Madness is in the air, whether you are into college basketball or reading! Last Friday, Julie and I shared many, many books with our book brunch friends.  We usually share up to 10 new books each, but I added the “madness” this month by adding 3-4 read-alikes for each book we highlighted.  This seemed … Continue reading Book Brunch – March Madness 2024

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

The Real Librarians of Chelmsford

We’re back for a new season of the Real Librarians of Chelmsford, and our new staff members love to dish about their favorite reads.  Each month, we will introduce you to one of the librarians of Chelmsford Public Library, and hear about their reading must-haves. This month, we talked to one of our Reference Specialists, … Continue reading The Real Librarians of Chelmsford

How To Be A Good Creature

“Knowing someone who belongs to another species can enlarge your soul in surprising ways.” As you know by now, our One Book Chelmsford title is How To Be a Good Creature by Sy Montgomery.  You might recognize the author – she has written many books about animals, and our connection to them, including bestsellers like … Continue reading How To Be A Good Creature

What Book Should You Read for Hispanic Heritage Month? *Quiz!*

At Chelmsford Public Library, Hispanic American Heritage Month celebrates the works and contributions of authors from Central and South America, as well as the great books they have published. Take this quiz for a recommendation on which book to start with, and come into the library for even more picks from our librarians!   What … Continue reading What Book Should You Read for Hispanic Heritage Month? *Quiz!*

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

2023 Winter Reading Challenge!

The new year is in full swing, and Chelmsford Library has a new reading challenge! This season we are challenging readers with Book Bingo (see the full card below.) Patrons who complete any five squares are entered to win a prize. Here are what our librarians are reading this winter for the challenge. Check out … Continue reading 2023 Winter Reading Challenge!

“Read With A Box of Tissues” Display

  Sometimes you read a book that wrecks you emotionally and it’s all you can talk about for weeks.  I finished Audrey Niffenegger’s “The Time Traveler’s Wife” on a commuter rail train and cried throughout the entire ride.  Who hasn’t read “The Lovely Bones” by Alice Sebold and sobbed?  And let’s face it–sometimes you just … Continue reading “Read With A Box of Tissues” Display

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