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Tuesday 12pm - 4pm Wednesday 12pm - 4pm Thursday 12pm - 4pm Friday 12pm - 6pm Saturday 12pm - 4pm

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Cat Tales is a donation based used book store/ crystal shop affiliated with Midwest Pet Refuge. https://linktr.ee/Midwestpetrefuge

11/05/2026

Our quartz shelf is full right now, with clear, smoky, and citrine all in one spot. They're the same mineral. The difference is what happened to it underground.

Clear quartz is the one people reach for when they want clarity or a little amplification of whatever they're working on. We have points, spheres, and one very long wand.

Smoky quartz gets its color from spending a very long time near natural radiation. It's usually thought of as the grounding, protective one, good for stressful days and for people who tend to drift. We have clusters, polished pieces, and a couple of dragon carvings.

Citrine ranges from pale gold to smoky brown, and it's the one people pick for creativity, motivation, and good-idea energy. It's an easy one to keep in a pocket.

There are spheres, hearts, points, and clusters in all three, with prices on the tags. Come pick one up. Most of them feel better in your hand than they look on a shelf.

601 N. Charles St., Portland, IN
Tues to Sat 12 to 4ish, Fridays until at least 6 PM

11/05/2026

Finley's Picks are back. He looked over this week's stack, decided it was acceptable, and went back to looking like he'd rather be asleep.

This week's stack:
Cowboy, It's Cold Outside by Maisey Yates
The Historians by Cecilia Ekbäck
In a Book Club Far Away by Tif Marcelo
Something from Tiffany's by Melissa Hill
No Way Out by Fern Michaels
The Return by Nicholas Sparks
Independent by Karine Jean-Pierre

His review process is mostly sitting near the books and not objecting. By his standards, that's a rave.

601 N. Charles St., Portland, IN
Tues to Sat 12 to 4ish, Fridays until at least 6 PM

10/31/2026

Thanks so much to everyone who contributed with or attended our second Haunted Bookstore last night!!

10/29/2026

Cat shelter season is here, and we have supplies to help. 💜

*TEMPORARILY OUT OF FOAM COOLERS, PLENTY OF REFLECTIVE PADS LEFT*
We have a stack of foam coolers that make great outdoor shelters for cats. They're yours for a $5 donation each.

To turn one into a shelter, cut a hole on one of the long sides, off to one side rather than centered, so cats can get in and out while staying out of the wind. Weigh it down with a brick and loosely fill it with deep straw so they can burrow in.

We also have plenty of heat reflective pads that bounce body heat back to the animal. They work great inside the coolers, in other shelters, or in dog houses. Lay one under the straw or line the walls and top to help them stay toasty.

Small (12" x 18") is $1
Large (24" x 30") is $2
Jumbo (30" x 40") is $2

Stop in and grab some before it gets really cold.

10/28/2026

Our spooky crystals are out for Halloween, and they're every bit as good in person. Come pick one out at Cat Tales Bookstore.

10/27/2026

Join us Friday 5 to 8 PM!

10/24/2026

The raffle is officially done and the winners have been drawn.

1st place: Seth
2nd place: Starla
3rd place: Josie
4th place: Alexia

Congratulations to all four of you. If you haven’t claimed your prize yet, we’ll be in contact with you soon.

And a big thank you to everyone who bought tickets, shared the posts, or talked a friend into it. Every ticket went straight to the animals in our care, and they appreciate it, even if they mostly show it by knocking things off tables.

If you didn’t win this time, you’ve got one more shot. We’re holding one last raffle in November. Details coming soon.

10/23/2026

We’ve got some new goodies on the shelves, and a lot of them were made by local hands.

There are hand crocheted cat beds in all kinds of colors ($25), plus cozy cave beds for the cats who prefer a little privacy ($35). Our Little Golden Book junk journals are $15 each, and there are hand wired necklaces, beaded pens, mug charms, purse charms, bracelets and earrings. The small bead items are mostly $3, so they’re easy to grab as a little treat or a stocking stuffer.

We also have glass cups with bamboo lids for $15 each, and pet-friendly candles that are a good gift for anyone who loves their animals.

Every purchase supports a local maker, and our shop helps support the rescue too. Come see it all in person. The cat beds are very soft and the cats have already tested a few. 💜

10/23/2026

Today’s the day! Our October raffle drawing is tonight at 8 pm, and you’ve still got time to get in on it!

First prize is a Pink Zebra Bash Box full of scented wax and a mini spray. Second prize is a hand painted pumpkin with a handmade cat and ghost hanging decor set, which might be the cutest Halloween combo we’ve ever had. Third is a crystal grab bag, and fourth is a $10 gift certificate.

Tickets are $2 each, 3 for $5, or 15 for $20, and they’re available right up until the drawing. Tickets have to be bought in person, but you don’t need to be here to win.

Tonight is also Fourth Friday, so we’re open until 10 pm. Stop in, grab your tickets, and browse the shelves while you’re here. Every ticket helps Midwest Pet Refuge. 💜

Cat Tales Bookstore, 601 N Charles St., Portland, IN

Address

601 N Charles Street
Portland, IN
47371

Opening Hours

Tuesday	12pm - 4pm
Wednesday	12pm - 4pm
Thursday	12pm - 4pm
Friday	12pm - 6pm
Saturday	12pm - 4pm

Telephone

(260) 726-3331

Website

http://www.midwestpetrefuge.com/

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