Freegal Music

Download five DRM-free songs per week, and keep them forever! These mp3 files never expire or need to be returned, and Freegal includes almost all artists released on a Sony label and many international labels. During the COVID-19 crisis, Freegal is allowing unlimited streaming!

Download Now: Start planning your gardens!

It is April and that means it’s time to start planning out your gardens. If you haven’t considered a garden before, why not start this year to ensure you have access to fresh fruits and veggies for your family in a time when fresh foods may not be as readily available. Gardens can also provide … Continue reading Download Now: Start planning your gardens!

Resources By Subject

Business and Finance Resources Career and Employment Resources Chelmsford History Consumer Information Resources Econtent Resources (ebooks, downloadable audiobooks, streaming video, etc) Education and Learning Resources Genealogy Resources Health Resources History and Biography Resources Homework Help Language Learning Resources Library History News, Newspaper, and Magazine Resources Science and Nature Resources Research Resources for Kids Research Resources … Continue reading Resources By Subject

Download Now: You need something good for the weekend!

For many, today has concluded a week of pretty dramatic changes in routine, home, and work environment. If you are headed into the weekend, you’re going to want to take something good to read with you. Here is a list of some really great escapes available now in Overdrive. View a full list of available … Continue reading Download Now: You need something good for the weekend!

It’s Cli-Fi time

Once the sole province of science fiction, climate change related fiction has never been more relevant. As far back as Octavia Butler’s Parable of the Sower in 1993 and further, authors of fiction have been grappling with the possible outcomes of drought, floods, pandemics as they relate to the ways in which humans will cope … Continue reading It’s Cli-Fi time

Children’s Room Mural

Artist Yetti Frenkel was commissioned to paint a mural in memory of Library Trustee Steven Maloney. Steve died suddenly in January 2006 leaving his wife Cynthia and two young children. Steve grew up in Chelmsford and was a great library supporter. Cynthia, her family, and Steve’s family commissioned a mural for the children’s room in … Continue reading Children’s Room Mural

While you’re waiting for… Book Lovers

Nothing says Summer like those fun, colorful, romantic comedies. With tropes like “enemies to lovers,” “opposites attract,” and “fake relationship,” these books charm with strong characters, witty dialogue, and an upbeat, fast-pace to a heartwarming conclusion – the perfect beach companion. This Summer’s hit is the latest from Emily Henry called Book Lovers. In Book … Continue reading While you’re waiting for… Book Lovers

Resources for Housing and Homelessness

Please contact library staff at 978-256-5521 or in person for additional assistance. Shelters: House of Hope, Lowell, Ma Chelmsford Homeless Shelters & Services For The Needy Homeless Shelters And Supportive Housing Support: Chelmsford Community Services Coordinator, Jen Melanson Lowell Transitional Living Center Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless Community Teamwork: Housing & Utilities Help for Homeless … Continue reading Resources for Housing and Homelessness