About Us

The Chelmsford Public Library is here to give you the access to the information and entertainment you want. We are a 21st-century library, composed of a main library in the town center, and the Anna C. MacKay branch in North Chelmsford. The library offers state-of-the art technology, reference and research tools, downloadable books, music and movies. … Continue reading About Us

Bibliobites in March: In the Kitchen We’re Briefly Vietnamese

It was an exciting day for our Bibliobites group: in March we were able to meet in person for the first time in two years!  The conversation was fast and furious as we caught up with each other and discussed our adventures with Vietnamese Food Any Day by Andrea Nguyen.  This month’s title was chosen … Continue reading Bibliobites in March: In the Kitchen We’re Briefly Vietnamese

Now Available for Download: Take a Spring Trip from home!

It’s almost travel season! IRL travel plans may be on hold, but you can still read a really good story that will transport you to the good parts of a trip without the long security lines and lost luggage. Or you could spend these days inside planning your next dream getaway…maybe 2021? Take a look … Continue reading Now Available for Download: Take a Spring Trip from home!

Borrowing Guidelines

Who can get a CPL card and how? Residents of Chelmsford, Business/Property Owners, and Town of Chelmsford Employees: Register in-person at our Borrower Services desk. Present proof of Chelmsford residency or employment (e.g. MA Driver’s license, mail, paystub) and use your card immediately. Don’t have proof of residency yet? You can still check out up … Continue reading Borrowing Guidelines

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Free Online Library 50+Job Seekers Networking Group

What is this program? What does it even mean? Are you 50+ and looking for a job, a career change, a first time job, getting back into the workforce after a bit?  This series of programs are for you. The Massachusetts Library Collaborative’s 50+ Job Seekers Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd … Continue reading Free Online Library 50+Job Seekers Networking Group

Book Brunch – March Madness 2024

March Madness is in the air, whether you are into college basketball or reading! Last Friday, Julie and I shared many, many books with our book brunch friends.  We usually share up to 10 new books each, but I added the “madness” this month by adding 3-4 read-alikes for each book we highlighted.  This seemed … Continue reading Book Brunch – March Madness 2024

Teen Life

We know you’re not just worried about finishing up your latest homework assignment, playing video games, or borrowing the latest book in your favorite series. There’s more going on in your lives, and we can help. If you are currently in crisis–and that means any painful emotion for which you need support–please text the Crisis … Continue reading Teen Life

The Library is Going Solar

Early next week, crews will begin installing solar panels on the roof of the Library! As reported in April in the Chelmsford Independent, the Town chose to install solar panels on the Library not only to save money, but also to help inform the public on the benefits of solar energy. The article quoted Chelmsford … Continue reading The Library is Going Solar