Chapter Two

22/05/2026

📖🥳 chesham Fringe we are READY for you!

Join us at chapter two this Fringe Festival for some book festivities, and all round good vibes 🫶

RARE guest appearance from the sun 🌞

15/05/2026

Come and meet Chesham's most famous GP, Dr Nighat Arif, at this free event at Chesham Leisure Centre at tomorrow 1pm. She'll be signing copies of her new book, The Complete Guide to Family Health and answering all your health questions.

12/05/2026

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10/05/2026

Thanks to our brilliant volunteer, David, Chapter Two had a stall at Hyde Heath village fete yesterday, raising money for The Hospice of St Francis. David is pictured here selling books to his local MP Greg Smith

08/05/2026

Yesterday at Chapter Two, we celebrated Dying Matters Week by hosting Amy, the occupational therapist at the Hospice of St Francis, who works in the local community helping patients make the most of their lives. Amy has a wonderful presence, and just being in her company is a boost.

In the evening, we held an event on writing a personal memoir featuring two superb speakers. Barbara Altounyan is the founder of the Charity ‘Stories For Life’ (http://www.storiesforlife.co.uk), which supports and encourages people to record their life stories. Barbara gave us some examples of how this process has transformed individuals and families by preserving wisdom and truths previously untapped.

We were also lucky to be joined by renowned memoirist Cathy Rentzenbrink, author of ‘Write It All Down’ and ‘The Last Act of Love’. Cathy talked us through how to tell our own story; she is a warm and inspiring guide who shared memorable advice.

A special thank you to Dr Lyn Jenkins of Chiltern Compass for hosting the event with his usual flair and enthusiasm. It was a special evening, enjoyed by all present.

06/05/2026

Come and meet Amy, the Occuptional Therapist at the Hospice of St Francis tomorrow, Thursday 7th May, from 2-4pm and find out about some of the amazing work she does.

05/05/2026

Two tickets left - dont miss out!

🌸Fabulous Flowers papercracting workshop💐
Join us on Sunday 10th May for a creative morning!

Turn old books, maps and sheet music into stunning handcrafted flowers. Perfecy for summer parties, weddings or just for fun.
No experience needed.

£25 per person - all materials included
Limited spaces!

Pop into Chapter Two or call us on 01494 791260

04/05/2026

May the 4th Be With You.

03/05/2026

Look forward to seeing all our customers and donors when we reopen on Tuesday 5th May.

New opening hours - we now open at 9am Monday - Saturday.

02/05/2026

5 days until we host this event in the shop.

Tickets availble here -
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-memoir-before-you-die-tickets-1987392463357?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&fbclid=IwdGRjcARi59BleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAwzNTA2ODU1MzE3MjgAAR6QqvDzc4eKkwbVb4D0fmHa80YdC5xV1uH6R5LrHfYujJ9qKy0H9aEyDSp-jQ_aem_Kk-ZEKjli5mn5W2VvMEXYg

Chiltern Compass invites you to a special Conversations event – 'A Memoir Before You Die' – at 7pm on Thursday 7th May at Chapter Two. Dr Lyn Jenkins will be in discussion with Cathy Rentzenbrink – acclaimed memoirist and author – on how to best capture your life story for family and friends.

Life moves fast. This warm, practical session will help you embrace the transformative power of writing to preserve the moments, people and turning points that helped shape you. Expect inspiring examples and a supportive space for reflection. Bring a notebook, your curiosity and the life you’ve lived.

Cathy, author of The Last Act of Love (2015) and Write It All Down (2022), will join via video link from Cornwall. The event will take place live at the bookshop with opportunity for real time audience discussion.

⏱️ 7pm Thursday 7th May / Length: Approx. 90 minutes
📍 Chapter Two Bookshop, Chesham (HP5 1EP)
🎟️ Tickets: £6 (+ small booking fee) – available from the shop or Eventbrite at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-memoir-before-you-die-tickets-1987392463357?aff=ebdssbdestsearch