Bibliobites in November/December: Another Dorie Story

January 6, 2023Bibliobites, Book Groups, Books, Reading Room, Reading Room FeaturedAndrea Grant

Author Dorie Greenspan is a one-woman cookbook industry. Over the past thirty years she’s written fourteen cookbooks, won five James Beard Awards for them (and was nominated eleven times!), and endeared herself to countless readers who adore her warm, friendly personality as much as her warm, buttery baked goods. Our group has been in Dorie … Continue reading Bibliobites in November/December: Another Dorie Story →

Indigenous Author Spotlight

December 7, 2022Books, Reading Room, Reading Room Featured, Staff Picks, UncategorizedJulia Sullivan

Indigenous Heritage Month may be over, but Indigenous authors create fascinating and impactful stories year round! Here are our picks for reads across mystery, thriller, literary fiction, and nonfiction to celebrate the works of Native American writers. Winter Counts by David Heska Wanbli Weiden A groundbreaking thriller about a vigilante on a Native American reservation … Continue reading Indigenous Author Spotlight →

One Book

One Book Chelmsford is a community-wide reading program encouraging all residents to read a selected title and attend programming related to the book. The title is selected each year and the Library provides free copies to share. Related programs typically start early in the calendar year and often include a visit from the author. The … Continue reading One Book →

Senior Services: Housing Assistance

In the Collection Local Assistance Chelmsford Housing Authority – The Chelmsford Housing Authority strives to meet the needs of the elderly, the disabled and families in need of affordable housing. Eligible applicants are able to apply for State Aided senior housing. Homeowner Options for Massachusetts Elders (H.O.M.E.) – (Call 1-800-583-5337) Provides comprehensive in-home counseling … Continue reading Senior Services: Housing Assistance →

Senior Services: Health and Wellness

In the Collection Local Assistance Chelmsford Senior Center – A communal space for seniors that provides a variety of services for different needs. They provide transportation services, recreational activities and other social programs that may be of interest to seniors. Chelmsford Board of Health – The mission of the Chelmsford Board of Health is to achieve … Continue reading Senior Services: Health and Wellness →

Summer Reading Challenge: Read a Banned or Challenged Book

August 5, 2022Books, Programs, Reading Room, Reading Room Featured, Staff Picks, UncategorizedAdult summer reading, summer, summer readingJessica FitzHanso

Read a Banned or Challenged Book: It is tragic to hear news of books being challenged in 2022, but it’s happening with startling frequency of late. That is why we are challenging you to go a step further than those seeking to eliminate these titles and actually read them as part of the Adult Summer … Continue reading Summer Reading Challenge: Read a Banned or Challenged Book →

Concerts at MacKay 2022

June 28, 2022Library Information, MacKayJeff Hartman

This summer marks the full return of the outdoor concert series to the heart of the community in North Chelmsford! The MacKay Branch, just off of Vinal Square, has played host to outdoor music for more than twenty years, and it was a blow to have that interrupted by Covid in 2020. After a short … Continue reading Concerts at MacKay 2022 →

News, Newspaper, & Magazine Resources

Featured Online Resources Magazine & Newspaper Holdings (Print & Electronic) For downloadable magazines, check MVLC’s Overdrive catalog for the complete list. Discontinued by EBSCO 9/2019Humpty DumptyBi-MonthlyEbscolast 2 yearsChildren’s Jack & JillBi-MonthlyEbscolast 2 yearsChildren’s Title Frequency Source1 Print Holdings2 Location3 Electronic Advocate Monthly Gift Last 12 months Periodicals Room Alfred Hitchcock Mystery Magazine Bi-monthly Ebsco … Continue reading News, Newspaper, & Magazine Resources →

Spotlight: Mystery Book Group

May 23, 2022Book Groups, Reading Room, Reading Room Featured, Uncategorizedmystery, thrillersDeanna Parsi

The Mystery Book Group meets at 2:00 PM on the fourth Wednesday of every month. We read a wide variety of titles, from the classics to historical mysteries to contemporary thrillers. Currently the group is fashioned on our hybrid model – members can attend in person at the main branch of the library or attend … Continue reading Spotlight: Mystery Book Group →

Volunteer

Children’s Programming Volunteering (Grades 7+) Beginning in June 2022, we will have volunteer opportunities for teens in grades 7+ to assist with our Children’s programming. Trainings will be held the second Wednesday of the month in the Children’s Room. Please register for a training on our events calendar. Volunteer Shelf Reading (Grades 7+) Beginning in … Continue reading Volunteer →