Book Swap
Bring a book, take a book
Sunday, June 29th
11 am - 3 pm
The Axe & Rose
1737 SW Morrison St, Portland, OR
Local Vendors
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Bookish Giveaway
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Drinks
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Free to Attend
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Local Vendors 〰️ Bookish Giveaway 〰️ Drinks 〰️ Free to Attend 〰️
Let’s build community, one chapter at a time
Join us for a free, community-centered Book Swap where fellow readers come together to give, take, and discover pre-loved books.
Bring up to 5 gently used books to swap—and find some new-to-you treasures in return! Whether you’re into fiction, non-fiction, romance, or thrillers, there’s something for every book lover.
Bookish Giveaway for a Cause!
We’re thrilled to host a special giveaway during our Book Swap — and it’s all for a good cause!
Enter to win a bundle of book-lover goodies, including exclusive merch, handmade items, and more donated by local makers and vendors. Every entry supports the Gisele Currier Scholarship Fund, which provides soccer scholarships to youth at all levels—from recreational leagues to the highest levels of competitive play—throughout the greater Timbers and Thorns Academy area.
PRICING
$2 per ticket
$10 for 6 tickets
All proceeds go directly to Gisele Currier Scholarship Fund.
Winner announced at 2:30 PM. Don’t need to be present to win
Meet our Vendors
Con Amor Bakery
Cardinal Massage Therapy
PDX Linked
Crescent Candle Company
The Novel Nomad
Sacred Portal Tattoo
Parking
There are several parking options available on nearby streets, and street parking is free on Sundays.
Additionally, the MAX line has a stop right across the street from the venue, making it easy to get here by public transit.
FAQs
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Bring up to 5 gently used books and exchange them for new-to-you reads! For every book you bring, you can take one home. It’s a 1-for-1 swap.
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All genres are welcome—fiction, non-fiction, poetry, memoirs, YA, etc. Just make sure they’re in good condition (no missing pages, excessive damage, or mold).
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Yes! The event is completely free to attend. And all ages are welcome! Please RSVP below.
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Yes! We’ll have local vendors offering bookish goods, handmade items, and more. Plus, The Axe & Rose will have drinks available for purchase.
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Any unclaimed books at the end of the event will be donated to local charities or community libraries.
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To keep things fair and manageable, we ask that you bring no more than 5 books. If you have more you’d like to donate, feel free to reach out in advance!
RSVP
Let us know you're coming!
RSVP to help us plan a cozy and well-stocked book swap. We can’t wait to share stories and good vibes with you!
