Motherhood in Novels

With Mother’s Day around the corner, Chelmsford Library has put together recommendations that span the triumphs alongside the trials that come with motherhood and the mothers in our lives. Read on for a variety of fictional experiences with motherhood! Black Cake, by Charmaine Wilkerson We can’t choose what we inherit. But can we choose who … Continue reading Motherhood in Novels

2.6 Children’s Services

The Chelmsford Public Library welcomes parents and children and hopes that they will find the library warm, inviting, educational and fun. The Children’s Room is intended for the use of young people from birth to age 18, parents, teachers, and students who require children’s materials. Everyone is welcome to browse or look for a book, … Continue reading 2.6 Children’s Services

New Books for You to Look Forward to!

Hello readers!  In the midst of this pandemic, we feel privileged to bring you a bit of levity to look forward to: Books for Summer! We have compiled a list of some big names (Elin Hildebrand, Jenny Colgan, Emma Straub, Jennifer Weiner) and a free ranging list of some weightier titles (historicals, curmudgeonly characters, narrative … Continue reading New Books for You to Look Forward to!

While You Are Waiting…Lee Child

This latest edition of “While You Are Waiting” has me thinking about why we, as readers, like certain characters.  For instance, I know that some of you are waiting for the latest Jack Reacher novel, The Sentinel, by Lee Child.  I am too!  I don’t know about you, but I like Reacher for his innate … Continue reading While You Are Waiting…Lee Child

Children’s Storytime Break 5/27-7/1

The librarians in the children’s room are hard at work putting together our Summer Reading Program! We will pause storytimes and after school programs from Memorial day to July 1st, but please feel free to come to the library to read, learn, and play throughout the month. Preschool STEM will continue Tuesday mornings until June … Continue reading Children’s Storytime Break 5/27-7/1