Bibliobites in October: Let Them Eat….Pie!

Pie turned out to be a topic that generated a lot of interest— and a great deal of pie-baking!  Ken Haedrich’s book is an exhaustive compendium of all things pie.  His explicit and extensive instructions help to allay pie crust fears, and he provides tasty filling recipes for every conceivable category of pie, whether fruit, … Continue reading Bibliobites in October: Let Them Eat….Pie!

2.9 Internet Policy

The Chelmsford Public Library endeavors to develop collections, resources, and services that meet the diverse cultural, informational, recreational, and educational needs of the Chelmsford community. Access to the Internet and its many resources is one of these services the Library is making available to the public in response to advances in technology and the changing … Continue reading 2.9 Internet Policy

Teen Volunteer Book Reviews – August 22, 2022

Summer may be coming to a close, but here at the Library we are a community of year-round readers! See what our teen volunteers are reading and reviewing. Maybe you’ll find your first great read of the fall! 🙂 Skyward by Brandon Sanderson (2018) Reviewed by Joe Brandon Sanderson has been among my favorite authors … Continue reading Teen Volunteer Book Reviews – August 22, 2022

Book Brunch Recommendations

Thanks to all who joined us for our Book Brunch book share meeting this month!   Jess and Deanna shared some new titles coming into the library, and attendees (readers just like you!) told us what they have been reading and recommending. This month’s selection has a bit of everything to keep your TBR pile stocked … Continue reading Book Brunch Recommendations

The reference desk is your first stop for help with printing, scanning, faxing, accessing e-books and e-audiobooks, and navigating our digital resources. But what if you have a problem that’s a bit more complicated?

Now you can sign up for one-on-one tech help right here on our website. Whether you’re using your own computer or device or one of ours, why not borrow a librarian for an hour to help you with a major task or try to troubleshoot your device? We might not have the miracle fix you’re looking for, but we will try to get through your challenges with you, and if we can’t help you with a solution, we can help find someone who can.

If you would just like to learn the basics and build skills, you can also sign up for our Technology Works classes, held every other Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. starting on August 6. Please feel free to drop us a line about what kinds of topics you would like to see!

Of course, you can always call (978-256-5521, ext. 1211) or come in with any questions related to technology.

Chelmsford Library’s Summer Picks!

Memorial Day Weekend marks the start of summer for many, and whether you plan on lounging at the beach or hiding out in an air conditioned reading nook these next few months, Chelmsford Library has picks to tide you through the heat of the summer! Lesley Director For six amateur bakers, competing in Bake Week is … Continue reading Chelmsford Library’s Summer Picks!

Bibliobites in April: The Kind Worth Baking

In April our Bibliobites group veered into less-familiar territory with a fiction title that serendipitously dovetailed with Chelmsford’s One Book selection, The Kind Worth Killing by Peter Swanson.  Our equally murderous title, The Golden Spoon by Jessa Maxwell,  appropriately has cooking (in this case, a baking contest) at its heart.  Many of us have become devotees … Continue reading Bibliobites in April: The Kind Worth Baking

Bibliobites-Trying Something New for June

Due to the ongoing pandemic and limited library service, this month the group members challenged each other to try to cook something new, difficult, or out of our comfort zone. Those present approached the situation from many different vantage points. One member chose to make a Chocolate Biscuit Cake for her husband’s birthday. The recipe … Continue reading Bibliobites-Trying Something New for June

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 Deanna Parsi, Readers Advisory Librarian. Deanna’s entire career has revolved around her love of books … Continue reading The Real Librarians of Chelmsford