4.1 Collection Development

Our Community and 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

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

Libraries Working Towards Social Justice

Formed in 2020, Libraries Working Towards Social Justice seeks to expand programming efforts beyond our individual communities to achieve a more equitable, diverse, and inclusive society. Library and Town Programs and Resources Town of Chelmsford Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee (DEIC) supports Chelmsford’s efforts to become a welcoming town … Continue reading Libraries Working Towards Social Justice

Spotlight: Mystery Book Group

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

Teen Volunteer Book Reviews – January 19, 2022

The Blackthorn Key by Kevin Sands (2015) Reviewed by Braneeth Summary The Blackthorn Key is a novel that takes place in medieval England and is about young Christoper Rowe, an apothecary’s apprentice. Under his master, Benedict Blackthorn, he learns not only to prepare medicines and herbal remedies, but also to form dangerous substances such as … Continue reading Teen Volunteer Book Reviews – January 19, 2022

Teen Volunteer Book Reviews – March 9, 2022

This Heart of Mine by C.C. Hunter (2018) Reviewed by Diya In the novel This Heart of Mine, C.C. Hunter does a beautiful job of exploring young, heart-throbbing love through the eyes of both Matt and Leah. Because Leah suffers from a heart condition that forces her into carrying around an artificial heart, she is … Continue reading Teen Volunteer Book Reviews – March 9, 2022