“It Came From the Library” Display

April 11, 2024Books, Reading Room, Reading Room FeaturedJulie Iatron

Do you love to read horror but don’t really know why you love it so much? Are you interested in reading horror but don’t know what themes you might like? Check out our “It Came From the Library” display for a selection of some of the genre’s biggest titles and stories that represent the … Continue reading “It Came From the Library” Display →

Tax Forms & Help

Tax Forms Massachusetts and Federal tax forms are available in the library. We receive the MA Department of Revenue’s Form 1 for both Residents and Non-Residents, and Federal forms as part of the IRS’ Tax Form Outlet Program. As such, we are entirely reliant on them for the availability of tax forms. If we do … Continue reading Tax Forms & Help →

While You’re Waiting for Lessons in Chemistry

July 22, 2023Books, Current News, Friday Fiction, Reading Room, Reading Room Featured, Staff Picks, UncategorizedJulia Sullivan

Bonnie Garmus’ Lessons in Chemistry has been a breakout hit since its publication last year. It’s received accolades like the Goodreads Choice Award and was notarized as Barnes and Noble’s book of the year in 2022. With a waitlist of almost 500 in the Merrimack Valley, it might be some time before reader’s get their … Continue reading While You’re Waiting for Lessons in Chemistry →

Bibliobites in May: “-Ish” Again

June 15, 2023Bibliobites, Book Groups, Books, Reading Room Featured, UncategorizedAndrea Grant

The melting pot* that is America is never more beautifully expressed than in its foodways. Sure, it’s easy to poke fun at our love of fast food and fried everything; but the variety of cultures represented in our supermarkets and on our plates is astounding. Ingredients that a few years ago might have been looked … Continue reading Bibliobites in May: “-Ish” Again →

Evening 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 →

The Real Librarians of Chelmsford

February 8, 2021Book Reviews, Books, Reading Room, Reading Room Featured, Staff PicksReal LibrariansDeanna Parsi

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 Maria Palacio, our new Assistant Director of Outreach Services. Born and raised in northern New … Continue reading The Real Librarians of Chelmsford →

Rocket Languages

Presents a multi-faceted method (video, audio, games, quizzes, etc) for learning conversational language skills, including grammar and culture lessons, with both online and downloadable learning options. Languages include: French, German, Italian, Spanish (Latin American), Chinese (Mandarin), Japanese, Korean, Hindi, Arabic, English (from Spanish), American Sign Language.

Self-Education

Library Resources Additional Online Resources Chelmsford Community Education – A variety of classes offered for all ages. Registration fees may apply. DMV-Practice-Test: Free practice tests for every state (including Massachusetts. Please Note: dmv-practice-test is not affiliated with or evaluated by the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles. The official RMV Driver’s Manual is available on their … Continue reading Self-Education →

Real Pets of Chelmsford Librarians

April 5, 2021One Book, Reading Room, Reading Room Featured, UncategorizedOne Book, Real LibrariansDeanna Parsi

Here at the library, we have all been enjoying our 2021 One Book Chelmsford title, How To Be a Good Creature by Sy Montgomery. The book is a collection of short essays about the animals that have enriched the author’s life, and that have taught her valuable lessons on how to be a “good creature” … Continue reading Real Pets of Chelmsford Librarians →

What Book Should You Read for Hispanic Heritage Month? Quiz!

September 28, 2022Books, Current News, Reading Room, Reading Room Featured, Staff PicksJulia Sullivan

At Chelmsford Public Library, Hispanic American Heritage Month celebrates the works and contributions of authors from Central and South America, as well as the great books they have published. Take this quiz for a recommendation on which book to start with, and come into the library for even more picks from our librarians! What … Continue reading What Book Should You Read for Hispanic Heritage Month? *Quiz!* →