Signs of Life

My neighbor and a good coffee shop for studying or chatting with friends on the patio, venture into the bookshop next door or the art gallery upstairs.
The coffee itself isn't anything to get excited about but the environment is good.

When you are looking for a inspirational place to have a cup of coffee or get a little work done, Signs of Life is a great destination. They use PT’s Coffee which is made right in Topeka, Kansas. They have an excellent selection of seasonal and traditional beverages such as lattes and mochas. Bottomless cups of coffee are always appreciated and this is one of the few places you can get decaf at night. I always find that funny ‘cause you want a non-caffeine option at night, not during the day, but that’s just me.

The place can get busy and most seating is small tables so it’s hard if you are looking to accommodate a large study group. During peak times the Internet can be spotty. A small “cozy’ area has a few large chairs and a couch.

Along with your coffee and other drinks, they have a variety of backed goods made locally or regionally and in particular povitica bread, the yummy Eastern European ethnic treat. They are one of the only places I’ve seen it at in Lawrence and it’s a treat not to be missed.

Staff is friendly and helpful and they don’t make you carry around a punch card: they track it all on their computer. Nice! Oh and they are a Lawrence Giveback member as well.

I’ve been upstairs to the art gallery and it’s a wonderful space and a key part of the Lawrence Art Scene. The bookstore aspect of it has a Christian focus, but they have a variety of secular books. Although it is a religious bookstore, if that’s not your thing, don’t let it get in the way. Nobody is going to preach to you there or try to convert you. Everyone is welcome here!

For obvious reasons, they are closed on Sundays.

I love the unique take of the book store/coffee shop marriage of ideas. Signs of Life has a beautiful "Lawrence" feel to it with its historical building and decor; the book store; vegetarian and organic options; and extensive beverage list. It is even an adventure for me to go there since it has so many options for beverage and seating. I will say one thing, though.... make sure you take a guard if you go to the restroom since the light switch is outside the door. I was visiting the loo and found myself in the dark. lol

It's a bookstore, gift shop, coffee shop, art gallery and has touches of old history preserved, like their bank vault where they store their fresh coffee beans. Fun place to stop in while on Mass street.

Locally owned and operated Christian bookstore in downtown Lawrence. We are always able to find new or unique books and music as well as devotionals and other gifts here. A surprisingly large selection of books for a local shopb we love to cone here to browse. A local tip would be to park in the city-owned free parking lot directly behind Signs of Life and go in through the back door rather than parking along Massachusetts Street.

Great place to work and have coffee.

Really good coffee and pastries. I don't know if they make there own pastries or if they get them from another spot. Nice and quiet place to work on your computer if you need it.

Signs has a nice selection of books and gifts. Come in and support them. They are very helpful and personable. This store is a Gem!

Oh good ambiance! Perfect to complete your lengthy homeworks or some self study.

Best coffee shop in Lawrence. Free WiFi, friendly staff, and very spacious. They also have great pastries.