Chapters Books & Gifts, Seward, Neb., has reopened in a temporary space at 647 Seward St. after an August 9 storm caused significant damage to its building at 548 Seward St. The exterior brick wall separated from the structure, rendering it structurally unsound.
Help quickly showed up to move inventory out of Chapters, which noted: "And you came with trucks, strong arms, quick thinking, and so much heart! We don't know when we'll be back in our building, but we do know this: our community is something worth celebrating."
On August 14, Chapters posted: "New Chapter, Same Bookstore Magic! While our original space gets some post-storm TLC, you can still find us just a few steps away at 647 Seward St! Our shelves are stocked, our smiles are ready, and we can't wait to see you here. @kylynrobbins window is pointing the way.... From boxes to a bookstore. This space is filled with more than books; it's filled with the love and support of our incredible community. Come see our temporary home!"