Spoke & Word Books, a new and used bookstore with titles for all ages, will celebrate its grand opening Saturday in Milwaukie, Ore.
Store owner Cierra Cook has a weekend full of festivities planned for the bookstore, which is located at 10863 SE Main St. Opening weekend will begin with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday, October 21, that will feature coffee from Wind Horse Coffee and a spread of pastries from 808 Cheesecake. On Sunday, a full day of children's events will include an appearance by Caesar the No Drama Llama from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Cook aims to carry titles for all readers, and noted that they’ve tried to emphasize books that have been overlooked elsewhere. Alongside books, Spoke & Word will carry art from local artist Daren Todd as well as houseplants and vintage items sourced from Tiger’s Eye Finds. There will also be floral arrangements provided by Flower Club PDX.
"Our mission at Spoke & Word Books is to nurture and grow our community through shared stories," said Cook. "We believe books are a vital resource for knowledge and connection, and have the power to bring us together. Our goal is to help everyone find themselves at the center of a joyful story."