Real Pets of Chelmsford Librarians

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

Trick or Treat? Halloween Books for Every Reader

As the weather begins to chill and the days grow shorter, it is the perfect time of year to curl up with a good book! From Thrillers to Romances, Chelmsford Public Library has recommendations to give you puzzling tricks or warm-hearted treats this Halloween season.   Cozy Mysteries The Last Mrs. Summers by Rhys Bowen The … Continue reading Trick or Treat? Halloween Books for Every Reader

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 November/December: Flour Power

Local legend/pastry queen/James Beard Award winner Joanne Chang is a very busy baker indeed.  In addition to running the nine locations of her well-loved Flour Bakery and Cafe, she’s written five cookbooks, and with her husband, chef Christopher Myers, she owns Myers + Chang, a pan-Asian restaurant in Boston.   Plus, she’s recently somehow found the … Continue reading Bibliobites in November/December: Flour Power

Teen Volunteer Book Reviews – June 13, 2022

Check out what our teen volunteers are reading! You may find your next excellent summer read here 🙂 All the Bright Places by Jennifer Niven (2015) Reviewed by Diya In the novel All The Bright Places by Jennifer Niven, Theodore Finch and Violet Markey experience the hard truths of mental health that many teenagers in … Continue reading Teen Volunteer Book Reviews – June 13, 2022

Overdrive and Libby: Getting You to Something New

So we all know by now that Overdrive is a great place to find something to read, even while the library is closed. And we also know that our librarians are available to help you learn to access these materials, even though you can’t visit us in person. But did you know Overdrive contains a … Continue reading Overdrive and Libby: Getting You to Something New

Bibliobites in April: Simply Super

In the world of cookbooks, the quest for the perfect dinner seemingly never ends.  Legions of chefs and bloggers continue to produce books promising us a flavorful, foolproof, from-scratch meal without spending hours in the kitchen.  This month our Bibliobites group returned to this well-worn path with Half Baked Harvest Super Simple by popular blogger … Continue reading Bibliobites in April: Simply Super

While You’re Waiting For… I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy

Child Actress Jennette McCurdy worked with Nickelodeon Studios for seven years before leaving acting and hiding from the public eye in 2014. This summer McCurdy broke her silence, releasing her controversially titled memoir, I’m Glad My Mom Died. This book leapt to the the top of the New York Times Bestseller list,  and is currently … Continue reading While You’re Waiting For… I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy