A Morning with Rachel Farnsworth
Community Event with Book Sale and Signing
Saturday, October 17
10:00am - 11:30am
Bentonville Public Library
Walmart Foundation Community RoomAdult Author Talks & Lectures
Bentonville Public Library and Two Friends Books are pleased to host a free community event, "A Morning with Rachel Farnsworth," The Stay at Home Chef! Two Friends will be selling Farnsworth's cookbooks and the author will be signing books after the discussion.
Rachel Farnsworth is the founder of The Stay At Home Chef, one of the internet’s most beloved food websites. Since launching the site in 2012, she has built a community of millions by sharing approachable, restaurant-quality recipes that anyone can cook at home. Her mission is simple: to make delicious meals accessible to all, using everyday ingredients and a warm, encouraging style that has resonated with home cooks worldwide.
Over the years, Rachel has become a best-selling cookbook author, with titles including The Stay At Home Chef Family Favorites—recognized by The Wall Street Journal, Publishers Weekly, and USA Today—and The Slow Cooker Cookbook. Her reach spans more than 12 million followers across YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and TikTok, where her videos regularly inspire busy families and food lovers alike. Her original food blog, Rach’s Kitchen, was launched after the birth of her first child, when she found herself isolated at home, struggling with postpartum depression.
Rachel’s influence extends beyond her own platform. Her viral 2016 “gray hair” video was featured by BBC, Today, and HuffPost. A sought-after speaker at events like VidSummit and Social Media Marketing World, she continues to champion the idea that anyone—no matter their skill level—can create beautiful, satisfying meals at home. Rachel lives just south of Salt Lake City with her husband and two children. Despite health challenges, she continues to inspire millions with her unwavering dedication to sharing the joy of cooking. Her motto, “Can’t Stop Won’t Stop,” encapsulates her enduring spirit and commitment to her community.
Bentonville Public Library
Bentonville Public Library is a department of the City of Bentonville. Bentonville Public Library is located just 3 blocks south of the Downtown Square, at 405 S. Main Street in Bentonville, Arkansas. Facility amenities include adult collection, children's and teen spaces, private study rooms, event spaces, makerspace and digital lab, genealogy research center, sensory and wellness room, business centers, book club lounge, and café.