While You Are Waiting…The Vanishing Half by Britt Bennett

Though it’s been almost a year since it was published, Brit Bennett’s poignant exploration of race and identity across the generations of one family remains highly sought after from the library. And its popularity is likely to continue, as there are rumors of an HBO series based on the book, to be produced by Issa … Continue reading While You Are Waiting…The Vanishing Half by Britt Bennett

Chelmsford Library’s Summer Picks!

Memorial Day Weekend marks the start of summer for many, and whether you plan on lounging at the beach or hiding out in an air conditioned reading nook these next few months, Chelmsford Library has picks to tide you through the heat of the summer! Lesley Director For six amateur bakers, competing in Bake Week is … Continue reading Chelmsford Library’s Summer Picks!

Bibliobites in May: Comme Ci, Comme Ça

What is it about French food that perpetually fascinates?  Is it that European cultural savoir-faire, or the elegance we typically associate with France?  Is it the food itself: not too challenging for most palates, often rich with butter and cheese; and accented with wine and herbs like tarragon or chives?  Is it the vibrant personalities … Continue reading Bibliobites in May: Comme Ci, Comme Ça

2.13 Publicity in Library Facilities and on Library Grounds

The Chelmsford Public Library is a resource for local information and community activities and events. In support of this mission, the library may accept free, printed flyers or literature on topics of educational, cultural, civic, social and recreational interest for display and distribution according to this policy. Questions about items covered under this policy should … Continue reading 2.13 Publicity in Library Facilities and on Library Grounds

Library Receives AARP Grant

The Chelmsford Public Library is excited to announce that we are one of 260 grantees chosen for a 2022 AARP Community Challenge Grant! As part of an education and awareness campaign for the recently approved Land Acknowledgement for the town of Chelmsford, the Chelmsford Library and the town’s Diversity Equity and Inclusion Committee are partnering … Continue reading Library Receives AARP Grant

Bibliobites in September: Jeepers! Keepers?

“Keeper” is a word that’s wormed its way into practically every aspect of modern life.  A keeper can be a person, a thing, an idea, or….a recipe!  The quest for these sometimes-elusive keepers has us plowing through all manner of cookbooks; but, one may reasonably ask, what constitutes a keeper?  After all, a keeper is … Continue reading Bibliobites in September: Jeepers! Keepers?