Lowell Sun

Complete full-text content of local and regional news, including community events, schools, politics, government policies, cultural activities, local companies, state industries, and people in the community. Paid advertisements are excluded. [10/14/2001 – Current]

Bibliobites in October: True Grit

Recipe for a Boston chef: take one chaotic upbringing, add several crazy adrenaline-fueled teenage escapades, a pinch of caution, and a spoonful of insecurity. Stir in heaps of fierce determination and on-the-job learning.  Work all ingredients together 24/7 for about eight to ten years, then bake in a hot, hot oven until it all flames … Continue reading Bibliobites in October: True Grit

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

Fall Reading Challenge Kickoff!

This fall, Chelmsford Public Library is challenging you to get social! Our Fall Reading Challenge not only encourages readers to try new books and revisit classics, but also share what you’re reading with us online! Use the prompts in the list at the bottom of this post. Then, show us your choices and photos for … Continue reading Fall Reading Challenge Kickoff!

Learn To Read

Every Child Ready to Read From the moment children are born, they are like sponges absorbing the information in the world around them. At the library, we incorporate the research-based practices of Every Child Ready to Read in each and every storytime. And most importantly, you can talk, sing, read, write, and play with your child … Continue reading Learn To Read

While You Are Waiting…Daniel Silva

I don’t know about you, but I love a good spy novel.  Daniel Silva is one of my favorite authors and I have been waiting for his new book, The Cellist, since I finished the previous one last July.  His series character, Gabriel Allon, is an Israeli spy, as well as a talented artist and … Continue reading While You Are Waiting…Daniel Silva

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.

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