THE PERFECT PAPERBACK WEEKEND

  • 2:00-3:00 Welcome To The Heathman Hotel

    3:50 Meet In The Lobby

    4:00 Pilgrimage To Powell’s Books

    6:20 Meet On Floor 1 By Checkout

    6:30-8:30 Dinner At Oven & Shaker

    8:30-10:00 Adler Bar for Book Discussion & Book Swap

  • 9:00 Meet In The Lobby

    9:15-11:15 Donuts, Reading In The Park & Farmers Market Exploration

    11:30-2:30 Lunch At Chery’s on 12th

    2:00-3:30 Boutique Shopping

    3:30-4:00 Grand Gestures Bookstore Visit

    4:00-5:30 Independent Reading and Relaxation

    5:30-6:30 Food Trucks

    7:00 - 9:30 Author Readings

  • 8:45 Meet In The Lobby

    9:00-10:15 Brunch At Screen Door

    10:30-11:30 Reading By Willamette River

    12:00 Checkout

Explore the Local Gems

From artisan coffee shops to neighborhood favorites, discover our curated list of local spots worth visiting.

COFFEE & PASTRIES

Our Favorite Snack Stops

Case Study Coffee

802 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205

  1. Case Study Coffee

  2. Petunia's Pies & Pastries

  3. 40 LBS Coffee + Bar

  4. Stumptown

  5. Courier Coffee

  6. Nuvrei

  7. Caffee Umbria

    710 SW Madison St, Portland, OR 97205

  8. Sinister Coffee and Creamery 

Sample Itinerary

  • Workshop participants ease into the day with creative prompts and a welcome circle to get grounded and set the tone.

  • Our first session focuses on the foundations of floral design. From tool basics to flower care and simple composition tips, you’ll start building confidence and finding your creative rhythm.

  • Participants will be responsible for brining their own lunch, but we'll provide water and some additional snacks throughout the day.

  • With the basics fresh, we’ll dive into hands-on arranging. We’ll explore shape, scale, and movement while encouraging personal style through floral design.

  • To close the day, you’ll create a final piece to share with the group. We’ll reflect on your process and celebrate the creativity that unfolded.

meet your instructors

Monet Goode

Monet is a lifelong educator with a passion for creating accessible, engaging learning experiences. Known for a calm, encouraging teaching style, Monet believes that growth happens when learners feel both challenged and supported.

Emmett Marsh

Emmett is a detail-oriented instructor who’s spent the past decade helping people develop new tools, habits, and mindsets. Their approach is clear, practical, and always infused with curiosity and care.

Eleanor Parks

Eleanor's background spans education, coaching, and creative development. With a strong focus on process and progress, Eleanor helps learners move from where they are to where they want to be—one step at a time.

  • "What I love most is the flexibility. I can go at my own pace, revisit lessons, and keep learning whenever it works for me."

    Former Customer

  • "Even as a total beginner, I never felt lost. The step-by-step structure and encouragement along the way made all the difference."

    Former Customer

  • "This has been such a worthwhile investment in myself."

    Former Customer

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Your Questions, Answered
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  • We offer flexible pricing based on project type and complexity. After an initial conversation, we’ll provide a transparent quote with no hidden costs.