BIPOC Reading Series [FREE EVENT]
Tuesday, December 2, 7:00–9:00 p.m. | Literary Arts, 716 SE Grand Ave, Portland
Hosted by Kyle Yoshioka and Jessica Meza-Torres, this monthly reading series is intended to prioritize the safety, creativity, and stories of Black people, Indigenous people, and People of Color.
One Page Wednesday [FREE EVENT]
Wednesday, December 3, 7:00–9:00 p.m. | Literary Arts, 716 SE Grand Ave, Portland
Here is an opportunity to share or listen to one page of work in progress from talented writers from everywhere. Come with a single page of work and sign up to read – or come to listen and prepare to be inspired. Our host is the one and only Emme Lund. December’s featured reader is RJ Equality Ingram.
Literary Happy Hour [FREE EVENT]
Tuesday, December 9, 4:30–8:00 p.m. | Literary Arts, 716 SE Grand Ave, Portland
Join us for a special happy hour. Spend $20 or more at the bookstore and take a dollar off a beverage from the cafe! Mulled wine, hot cider, free gift-wrapping, good books, good company… what more could you ask for?
Winter Felt Ornaments & Gifts with SCRAP PDX [TICKETED EVENT]
Thursday, December 11, 4:00–6:00 p.m. | Literary Arts, 716 SE Grand Ave, Portland
Hand-sew decorative winter plush ornaments to adorn your tree, home, bag, or whatever else. Make a gift for a loved one this season! ✨ Bring a friend! Make a friend! Grab a beverage, browse the books, and gather round to sew some sugar cookies, mittens, stars, and more in this seasonal celebration! This is a ticketed event; however, Drop-ins are welcome until the end of the event! Click here for more information
December Write-In: Jane Austen [FREE EVENT]
Tuesday, December 16, 6:00–8:00 p.m. | Literary Arts, 716 SE Grand Ave, Portland
Join us at the Literary Arts Bookstore and Cafe for a write-in celebrating 250 years of Jane Austen! We’re channeling our inner Jane and writing the night away. Whether you’re writing the next great romance novel or just soaking up the vibe, all are welcome. Featuring a special Jane Austen-themed drink at the cafe!
About write-ins: Write-ins are community gatherings where writers come together to share space, write, and make connections. Whether you’re here to hit word count or make a new friend, we’re here to support you!
Slamlandia [FREE EVENT]
Wednesday, December 18, 7:00–9:00 p.m. | Literary Arts, 716 SE Grand Ave, Portland
Slamlandia is a poetry open mic and slam that meets every month at Literary Arts, on the third Thursday. This mic provides a creative, fun, and welcoming space for all literary communities in Portland. We encourage poets new and old to come share their work. We strive towards a safe space for poets to read their own poetry, witness others, and participate in community. Hosted by Julia Gaskill. December’s featured poet will be announced soon!
Winter Wonderland Cookie & Story Party at Literary Arts [FREE EVENT]
Tuesday, December 23, 12:30–3:00 p.m. | Literary Arts, 716 SE Grand Ave, Portland
Join us for an afternoon of festive winter fun for kids at The Literary Arts Bookstore & Cafe! We’ll have oodles of sugar cookies to decorate, a coloring/craft corner, and a cozy winter story time. It’s fun for all ages! Plus, it’s not all cookies. Parents and Adults, grab a heartier bite of lunch from the cafe and take advantage of our free gift wrapping for that last-minute bookish holiday shopping. See you there!
Events subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, check out our full events calendar.
