Self Care Book Fair: The Enchanted Bookshelf ✨📚🌿

September 27th | 12:00pm - 4:00pm
The Moderne Loft | Crossroads, Kansas City

Some books transport us to magical worlds. This September, we're bringing one to life.

Step inside The Enchanted Bookshelf, where stories, self care, and community come together for an afternoon filled with wonder. Wander through magical book-inspired experiences, discover incredible local authors and small businesses, sip on delicious handcrafted drinks, and spend the day surrounded by people who understand the joy of getting lost in a really good book.

Whether you arrive with your favorite reading buddy or come on your own, you'll leave with new memories, meaningful connections, and maybe even a little bit of magic.

And yes... we have free parking. ✨

📚 Local Authors & Vendors

Our lineup of local authors, bookish creators, and small businesses will be announced soon. Stay tuned because we have some incredible people joining us.

✨ Your Enchanted Library Card

Every guest will receive their very own Enchanted Library Card upon arrival.

As you explore the book fair, visit each magical station and stop by participating vendors to collect stamps on your card. Once your card is complete, you'll unlock a mystical surprise waiting just for you.

🕯️ Candle Spell

Create your own enchanted taper candle by decorating it with beautiful designs and meaningful intentions. As you paint, take a quiet moment to reflect on what you hope to welcome into your next chapter.

⭐ Wish Upon a Star

Write down a wish, hope, or dream you'd love to see come true. Roll your wish into a tiny scroll and hang it on our glowing Enchanted Tree alongside wishes from the rest of our community.

📖 The Enchanted Recommendation Wall

Some books make us laugh. Some make us cry. Some quietly change who we are.

Share the stories that have left a mark on your heart by adding recommendations to our community bookshelf. Discover books that helped someone else heal, dream bigger, find hope, or simply fall back in love with reading.

☕ Magical Coffee & Refreshments

Enjoy a handcrafted beverage from our local coffee cart while you browse the fair. We'll also have light refreshments inspired by beloved magical stories to help make your afternoon feel even more enchanting.

General Admission – $25

General Admission guests will select an entry time during checkout. Once you arrive, you're welcome to stay and enjoy the event for as long as you'd like. Entry is simply available during your selected arrival window.

Your General Admission ticket includes:

• Admission to The Enchanted Bookshelf Self Care Book Fair
• One complimentary beverage from our local coffee cart
• The Candle Spell taper candle painting experience
• Access to the Wish Upon a Star enchanted tree
• Participation in the Enchanted Recommendation Wall
• Your own Enchanted Library Card and magical prize adventure
• Entry into our raffle giveaways
• Magical photo opportunities throughout the event
• Access to local authors, bookish vendors, and self care businesses
• Light magical-themed refreshments

VIP Admission – $55

VIP tickets include everything in General Admission, plus:

• Flexible entry anytime between 12:00pm - 4:00pm
• One additional complimentary beverage (two drinks total)
• An exclusive tote bag designed by a local Kansas City artist
• An exclusive one-of-a-kind pin
• 20% off purchases at the Mental Health In A Box Co. table

Whether you're a fantasy lover, romance reader, mystery enthusiast, or simply someone who loves cozy afternoons spent surrounded by books and kind people, we'd love to welcome you into our little enchanted world.

We can't wait to open The Enchanted Bookshelf with you. 🤍

A few things to know before you book:

The Moderne Loft is located on the second floor and is accessible by stairs only. Please note that there is currently no elevator access.

Due to the planning and preparation that goes into each event, all ticket sales are final and non-refundable.

By purchasing a ticket and attending this event, you consent to being photographed and/or filmed by Mental Health In A Box Co. Photos and videos may be used for future marketing, social media, and promotional purposes.

Questions before the event? Reach out to us at mariah@mentalhealthinaboxco.com. We're always happy to help.