The Story Loft

06/17/2026

Did you know we have a bookstore as our hat? There is a fabulous indie focused bookstore just above us and they do regular author signings!

This Third Friday in the Englewood Arts District, we are hosting Gabrielle Miller at Nocterra from 6-9pm!

With a flair for dark and steamy stories, Gabrielle's catalog holds no shortage of books for you to browse! Come have a chat with her about what she's written, what she's currently writing, and what is on deck, because this author here never stops pouring out words and worlds for us to enjoy!

06/16/2026

When you're the spouse of a business owner, you get to work for free! Don't worry, we pay him in coffee and cookies.

06/13/2026

Our Mistress of Makers, Trisha Otis is hard at work preparing for today’s stained glass workshop, carefully laying out supplies and making sure everything is ready for a room full of creativity.

The glass is cut. The tools are ready. The magic is loading.

06/10/2026

We love a before and after! Trisha spent the morning cleaning up the bed and planting flowers that will fill out nice! Thanks to KC Book Beat for the donation of furthering beautification of Englewood Arts District.

05/23/2026

Host the workshop.
Plan the launch.
Throw the art party.
We’ll handle the space. You bring the people.

DM us for rental info.

05/22/2026

Summer is full of excuses to throw an event.

Graduation party. Vendor pop-up. Workshop. Art show. Film screening. Book club. Baby shower.

Story Loft books fast in summer. If you're thinking about it, now's the time to reach out.

Drop a gif below if you've been eyeing us for something.

05/21/2026

You've been planning that event in your head for six months.

It's time to take it off the vision board.

Story Loft is a fully flexible venue in the heart of the Englewood Arts District in Independence, MO — built for workshops, pop-ups, product launches, classes, art shows, private parties, and whatever you can dream up!

Summer books fast. DM us or hit the link in bio. Let's put something on the calendar.

05/18/2026

We’re excited to officially announce Hawkins Events as the exclusive event planning partner for The Story Loft.

From bridal showers and birthday parties to workshops, community events, and private celebrations, Hawkins Events will be helping bring unforgettable experiences to life inside our space.

Their focus on creative event design, community engagement, and thoughtful ex*****on makes them the perfect fit for The Story Loft, and we’re excited for what’s ahead.