I probably should've posted this when they started back in November

[camwyn]

Ah well. Better late than never.

Boston Public Library Announces Spice Bank Collective

The Boston Public Library today announced the launch of the BPL Spice Bank Collective, in collaboration with the Greater Boston Food Bank (GBFB).

What: Patrons are encouraged to bring unopened spices and dried herbs to their local participating branch. With the help of the GBFB, each branch will select a local food pantry to donate to. Additionally, donations dropped off at the Newsfeed Café, located at the Central Library in Copley Square, will be matched by the Café.

Why: By providing access to spices, the BPL hopes to offer a way to maintain a sense of cultural identity and family traditions, encourage creative and nutritious cooking, and promote the abundant cultural make up that is found in Massachusetts.

When: Donations will be accepted through 2022.

Where: Participating branch locations are listed below.

Adams Street Branch
Brighton Branch
Central Library in Copley Square (Newsfeed Café)
Charlestown Branch
Codman Square Branch
Connolly Branch
East Boston Branch
Egleston Square
Fields Corner Branch
Grove Hall Branch
Honan-Allston Branch
Hyde Park Branch
Jamaica Plain Branch
Lower Mills Branch
Mattapan Branch
North End Branch
Parker Hill Branch
Roxbury Branch
South Boston Branch
South End Branch
West End Branch
West Roxbury Branch

Comments

[ceitfianna]

They're also doing this at some suburban libraries, they're doing it at the West Concord branch where I work sometimes. Its such a nice idea and I have some I plan to donate.