Racial Justice

Since 1960, ethnic and racial statistics show a decrease in the number of caucasian people and an increase in those identifying as Black, Hispanic/Latinx, Asian and multiracial. Projections expect that this trend will continue through 2060. Chelmsford has also enjoyed an increase in diversity since 2010, and is working to better support this growth within … Continue reading Racial Justice

Voter Engagement

As of the 2020 presidential election, the voting-eligible population in the U.S. was just over 239 million people. Nearly 160 million of those eligible voted in the election marking a 66.7% voter turnout. This was a record high but still signifies that about â…“ of eligible voters didn’t make it to the polls. Meanwhile, 76% … Continue reading Voter Engagement

Expanded Academic ASAP

Collection of scholarly journals and general interest titles that covers everything from art and literature to economics and the sciences.  

Programs for Young Children

See all Storytimes on the event calendar Weekly Fall Storytimes September 11 – December 15, 2023 If you have questions or feedback about our programs, feel free to send an email to youthservices@chelmsfordlibrary.org. We are doing our best to meet the needs of the community in a manner that prioritizes the well-being of our youngest patrons. … Continue reading Programs for Young Children

Summer Reading 2021

Summer Reading Challenge June 5 – September 4, 2021 Sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge hosted online! Visit our Beanstack website to participate by clicking the link below, or download the free Beanstack Tracker app on the iOS App Store or Google Play (and then search Chelmsford Public Library) to register yourself or your … Continue reading Summer Reading 2021

Library Policies & Guiding Principles

Mission Statement We are the community’s bridge to exploration, engagement, and enjoyment. Approved by the Library Trustees, 2019 Strategic Plan Read the Library’s Strategic Plan 2020-2025 to see the values that shape our services and our goals for the future. Library Policies Section I: Personnel 1.0 Please contact Library Administration 978-256-5521 x1100 for staffing information … Continue reading Library Policies & Guiding Principles

The Real Librarians of Chelmsford

What is the best way to get to know a librarian?  By getting them to dish about books, of course!  Each month, we will introduce you to one of the librarians of Chelmsford Public Library.  This month, we talked to Melissa McCarthy, our Office Administrator. You may not see Melissa very often, but the library … Continue reading The Real Librarians of Chelmsford

Bibliobites in February: The First Ten Years; and, No Sugar, Please!

Yes friends, in February our Bibliobites group celebrated its first decade!  In the past ten years we’ve plowed through over one hundred cookbooks, and have undoubtedly produced thousands of meals and treats in the name of rigorous review.  In honor of this momentous occasion, we met for a potluck lunch, where members contributed some of … Continue reading Bibliobites in February: The First Ten Years; and, No Sugar, Please!