About us
Welcome! We are a coffee shop bookstore located in SW Portland featuring great coffee and diverse books. We host readings and book launches on Friday and Saturday evenings, and children's storytime on Saturday mornings. We also host recurring write-ins, writing contests, and open mics. https://boldcoffeeandbooks.com
Upcoming events
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Writers Social
BOLD Coffee & Books, 1755 SW Jefferson St., Portland, OR, USCome meet other writers and enjoy a drink in this fun and informal setting to bond over the written (or still unwritten!) word.
5:00–7:00 p.m.
Drop in at your convenience. We'll be happy to see you and hear about your writing!
Event cohosted by BOLD Coffee & Books and Indigo: Editing, Design, and More.6 attendees
Sit Down, Shut Up, and Write
BOLD Coffee & Books, 1755 SW Jefferson St., Portland, OR, USEvery Wednesday
No more procrastination! Bring your work in progress and join other writers for some dedicated time to get your words down.
5:00–5:30: Arrive, get comfortable, meet your fellow writers, and chat about your projects.
5:30–6:30: Time to shut up and write!
Cohosted by BOLD Coffee & Books and Indigo: Editing, Design, and More.2 attendees
Meet Me at the Crossroads: A Progressive Discussion Group
BOLD Coffee & Books, 1755 SW Jefferson St., Portland, OR, USBOLD is honored to host Meet Me at the Crossroads: A Progressive Discussion Group.
Where do we go from here?
We are heading into uncertain times, and learning to face these challenges as a community by putting names to faces, and leveraging what we can will be the foundation for the path forward. This is an event for those who burn for change but are unsure where to put that passion in such dark times. Meet others who feel the same, and find empowerment in each other as we share ideas, organize, and network.
We’ll start with introductions before heading into a roundtable discussion about issues we all face, before breaking into a social mixer.
The light is on. Come find your path forward.
Arrive at 6:30 p.m. to grab a snack or drink. The event will start at 7:00 p.m.
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Event cohosted by BOLD Coffee & Books and Indigo: Editing, Design, and More.1 attendee
Children’s Storytime: Julie Showers, Marie Showers, Eva Wrzesinski
BOLD Coffee & Books, 1755 SW Jefferson St., Portland, OR, USBOLD is thrilled to host a special children’s storytime with Julie Showers and Marie Showers, co-authors of Toby's Farm Adventure, and Eva Wrzesinski, illustrator of Toby's Farm Adventure.
Farm Fun! Join us for story time and hands-on activities celebrating Toby’s Farm Adventure. Hear the author read the story, then meet the illustrator for a fun, interactive drawing activity where kids can learn how to draw farm animals. This family-friendly event invites young readers to explore creativity, storytelling, and compassion through art and imagination. Perfect for children and caregivers alike.
Julie Showers and her mother, Marie Showers, created the "Toby" children’s book series to help young readers understand homelessness and second chances. Inspired by real programs and relationships at Blanchet House and Farm, their stories foster empathy, reduce stigma, and spark meaningful conversations for families and classrooms.
Eva Wrzesinski is a Portland-based multimedia artist whose work draws inspiration from the natural world, childhood, and identity. Eva brings warmth and curiosity to their illustrations, helping stories feel inviting, thoughtful, and emotionally resonant for young readers.
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Event cohosted by BOLD Coffee & Books and Indigo: Editing, Design, and More.1 attendee
Past events
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