Each year, the Friends of the Library sponsor a scholarship to be awarded to a high school graduating senior(s) who is a resident of Chelmsford, will be attending a 2- or 4-year college or university full-time in the fall, and has had an ongoing relationship with a library/libraries or has volunteered and/or worked for a … Continue reading Friends of the Library Scholarship →

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 →

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 Mystery Book Group →

The evening group is a mix of people, young and not-so young who meet at 7 pm on the FIRST Monday of every month (with the exception of Monday holidays and summer months) for lively conversation. We read a mix of fiction and non-fiction titles. We laugh a lot. The group meets in a hybrid … Continue reading Evening Book Group →

Take The Library’s Online Tutorial More Resources To Check Your Facts & Bias This list is not meant to be comprehensive. There are many places to check an article or outlet’s bias, facts, or sources, these are just a few of our favorites. Skeptical of fact checkers? A good bias rater or fact checking website … Continue reading Evaluating Online Resources →

TOWN OF CHELMSFORD – POSITION DESCRIPTION  Library Technology Manager  Job Class:  Grade 6 FLSA: Non– Exempt Date Prepared:  10/30/23 Union Status:  N/A Department:  Library                 Wages set by Schedule (Non-Union)  Summary:  This position works with library management to plan, develop, and enhance the technology systems that make library services possible. Manages the library’s networks and … Continue reading Library Technology Manager Job Description →

The History Book Group is an informal group which meets at 7 pm on the the last Thursday of every month (with exception of November and December; and no meetings in July or August), for people with an interest in history – local, U.S. and world history.  If you are new to the group, please … Continue reading History Book Group →