Summer StoryWalk at Sunny Meadows!

The story Poetree by Shauna LaVoy Reynolds and illustrated by Shahrzad Maydani has been installed at Sunny Meadow Farm in South Chelmsford. Put on a hat and some sunscreen and walk along a nature path and read the story. Stop at 19 different stakes and read each page together. This is an opportunity to get outside, … Continue reading Summer StoryWalk at Sunny Meadows!

Summer Reading Challenge: Read a Book by a New England Author

Our Summer Reading Challenge has reached the halfway point – how are you doing? My progress is slow this Summer, maybe I’m sluggish due to the heat, but I am working through the last column of the board! For the final weeks of the challenge, I’ll share what I chose for each of the five … Continue reading Summer Reading Challenge: Read a Book by a New England Author

New StoryWalk!

Sleepover with Beatrice and Bear Our winter Story Walk story has been installed up at Sunny Meadow Farm in South Chelmsford.  Dress warmly and wear some boots as you walk along a nature path and read the story.  Stop at 19 different stakes and read another page together. This is an opportunity to get outside, … Continue reading New StoryWalk!

Celebrate Spooky Season at the Chelmsford Library!

It’s October, which might mean that it’s time for a seasonal spooky read!  Check out the display area for some suggestions that range from scary to haunting to sweet.  There are lots of options for a wide variety of readers, including some Halloween-themed romance titles.  One of my favorites up on the display is a … Continue reading Celebrate Spooky Season at the Chelmsford Library!

Art Exhibits 2018

Monthly Art Exhibits in 2018 The Library hosts a monthly exhibit in our McCarthy Meeting Room and throughout the main floor. Many exhibits kick off with an opening reception or a program related to the exhibit. To have your work exhibited, please review our Art Exhibition Policy and Art Exhibit Application. Questions about the Art … Continue reading Art Exhibits 2018

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 one of our Adult Service Specialists, Julia Sullivan. Julia enjoys a large range of fiction, … Continue reading The Real Librarians of Chelmsford

Solar Panel Array

An array of solar panels was installed on the Library’s roof during the Fall of 2009, to help supply electricity for the building. All of the funding for the project came from State and Federal grants, and rebates from the energy company. Click the tabs below to learn about our system and see how much … Continue reading Solar Panel Array

Annual Apple Pie Contest: Nov. 3rd, 2019

The leaves have turned, the smell of woodsmoke is in the air, and there’s a pleasant chill in the evening. It all means that it’s time for pie! The Annual Apple Pie Contest was held on Sunday, November 3rd, from 1 – 4 PM! 15 beautiful pies were submitted and the competition was stiff. Thank … Continue reading Annual Apple Pie Contest: Nov. 3rd, 2019