Good Creature March Madness

It is March Madness time and you know what that means – Book bracket showdowns!!  Inspired by our One Book Chelmsford title, How To Be A Good Creature, we have created the Good Creature March Madness bracket.  To follow along, print a bracket yourself or pick up a copy in the library or at curbside. … Continue reading Good Creature March Madness

Novel Conversations

The Novel Conversations Book Group meets on the first Friday of the month at 12:30 pm.  February 2nd will be the last HYBRID meeting format.  Starting in March, the group will meet in-person.  The location of the meeting will also change to the conference room downstairs. The group is led by volunteer Debbie Smyton, and … Continue reading Novel Conversations

The Knit-Lit Book Group

The Knit-Lit Book Group is a friendly group of knitters and crafters that meet once a month to discuss a chosen title. The Knit Lit Group meets on the second Friday of the every month (except in July and August) at 10:30 am, crafts in hand. Join this group to have a lively discussion about … Continue reading The Knit-Lit Book Group

Summer Reading 2021

Summer Reading Challenge June 5 – September 4, 2021 Sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge hosted online! Visit our Beanstack website to participate by clicking the link below, or download the free Beanstack Tracker app on the iOS App Store or Google Play (and then search Chelmsford Public Library) to register yourself or your … Continue reading Summer Reading 2021

CPL’s 2021 Winter Reading Challenge

It’s the New Year, which is usually a time when we set those dreaded New Year’s Resolutions.  You know the ones that I mean – the ones we set because we think we should; the ones we set so that we don’t feel bad about ourselves.  I used to do that too, until I read … Continue reading CPL’s 2021 Winter Reading Challenge

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 Danny Lykansion, Head of Reference. Danny started at the Chelmsford Public Library in March of … Continue reading The Real Librarians of Chelmsford

Library Policies & Guiding Principles

Mission Statement We are the community’s bridge to exploration, engagement, and enjoyment. Approved by the Library Trustees, 2019 Strategic Plan Read the Library’s Strategic Plan 2020-2025 to see the values that shape our services and our goals for the future. Library Policies Section I: Personnel 1.0 Please contact Library Administration 978-256-5521 x1100 for staffing information … Continue reading Library Policies & Guiding Principles

Check Out Our #23for23 Display!

According to its website, “the 23for23 initiative amplifies and elevates marginalized voices in promoting, showcasing, and celebrating the works of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color dedicated to telling stories that center marginalized identities.”  The #23for23 challenge was created by romance authors Nikki Payne, Nisha Sharma, and Adriana Herrera. The mission for #23for23 is to … Continue reading Check Out Our #23for23 Display!