A place where neighbors gather to learn, share, and grow.

The front counter of a warm and brightly lit coffeeshop and kitchen. Several shelves are in front of and around the counter displaying gifts and snacks of all kinds for sale.

Though our coffee bar and kitchen are only open for breakfast and lunch, our space comes alive after hours for all kinds of classes and events!

Over the years we’ve hosted casual family photoshoots, acoustic music shows, lectures on a variety of topics, painting and other craft evenings, and hands-on educational classes. It’s our joy to be a gathering place for our neighbors. Check below for upcoming events at both locations.

Thinking of hosting an event with us? We love to partner with local businesses and artists! Reach out and let’s connect.

July 24th, 6pm
Mt. Prospect Location - 106 S. Emerson

Get ready to unwind and get creative at our Back2School-themed Mandala Paint & Sip! Whether you're gearing up for a new season or just want a moment of calm, this cozy event is the perfect blend of relaxation and self-expression.

We’ll be decorating the front cover of a notebook, sketchbook, or planner — your choice — using stunning mandala dot art techniques. No experience needed — just bring your curiosity, your favorite drink, and your creative spirit!

All materials provided. Limited spots available, so RSVP soon!

Purchase tickets below:
Back-2-School

Back to School Mandala Class

Movie Trivia w/ Puzzled Pathways

Mount Prospect Location - 106 S Emerson
Thursday, July 31st, Start time: 6:30pm

Do you love everything Scorses? Is you letterbox account full of big budget blockbusters and tiny Arte Noir films? Can you recite the entire script of Star Warz Episode 1, 2 & 3? Then this is your night to SHINE!

Hosted by Puzzled Pathways, our movie trivia will cover all genres, decades, styles and more! Bring your movie buff besties and show off that knowledge!

Prizes for top teams! No reservation needed. Come early to grab a table and oder some drinks!


Mount Prospect Location - 106 S Emerson

Beginning July 11th, 10am-10:45am

Get ready to groove and move with Kevin Farris at our Music and Move Camp! This in-person event will be filled with fun beats, cool moves, and lots of energy for your little music makers. Kevin will teach your kiddos all about music with interactive activities, hands on pay and more!

*Recommended for ages 2yrs - 6yrs, but all are welcome!

*please note, there will be no class Friday, july 25th

Reservations and more info!
Music & Move!

Multiple wild mushrooms laying on a woodgrain table

Eat the Neighborhood Foraging Tour and Dinner: Khepri Cafe Chicago

This spring, forage with Chicago's renowned professional forager Dave Odd. Learn over 50 species of edible plants and possibly mushrooms too! Followed by a wonderful meal made from the foraged things seen on the tour marvelously prepared at Khepri Cafe.

$40 per person for the tour.

$45 per person for the meal.

New Date coming soon!

Person sitting a table with an open book reading with a cappuccino in a black cup on a wood table

Silent Book Club at Khepri + Kitchen

Friday, July 18th, 6:30pm-8:30pm
106 S. Emerson

Trying to finishing that book on your nightstand? Need a comfy place to relax and listen to your new Audiobook? Silent Book Club is for you!

At SBC, there's no assigned reading! All readers are welcome—ebooks, audiobooks, textbooks, comic books... it's BYOBook.

Free to attend, come meet new friends, order some great food and finally finish that epic you started last spring. At the end of the hour, attendees can chat about what they are reading, order a few drinks and socialize! (or not, if thats not your thing :)

Space is limited so sign up soon!
Reservations Here!

Sounds bowls with graphics in green and grey

Mt. Prospect Location - 106 S. Emerson July 23rd, 7pm - 8pm

De-stress and relax at a soothing sound bath!

A meditative experience where you will be “bathed” in sound waves to help balance and center your energy.

What to bring: yoga mat and/or blanket, pillow and eye mask optional (but nice to have!)

SPOTS ARE LIMITED — REGISTER NOW!
Sound Bath

Sound Frequencies Sound Bath w/ Frances

Music & Move Camp w/ Kevin Farris

Local Writers Meet-Up at Khepri + Kitchen

Friday, June 27th, 6:30pm-8:30pm
106 S. Emerson

Do you need a new critique partner? Maybe just a good reason to leave your introverted writing cave? Or do you want to be more connected to the Chicagoland Writing Community? Come meet up with your people: writers!

It doesn't matter if you are a bestselling author, an aspiring author, or a writer knee deep in the query trenches. All writers are welcome! The only requirement for attendance is a love of writing (and, perhaps, a healthy disdain for certain artificially intelligent plagiarism machines).

Free to attend, come hang out, engage in a collaborative writing activity, order a coffee or a cocktail or a mocktail or a food, and leave with a couple new friends.

Space is limited so sign up soon!

New dates soon!

Khepri Event Archives

Holiday Markers Market

Mount Prospect - Saturday, Dec. 21st, 10am-3pm

Join us for holiday pop-up in presented with Lauren Crowhurst from The Day Dreamers Shop

Shop last minute and one of a kind gifts for everyone on your list from local markers. With everything from candles to jewelry to cookies, you are sure to find something for everyone on your list!

Free to attend!

Green and black sewing machine with a wall of multicolored embroidery thread held up by pegs.

Holiday Hand Embroidery w/ Vichcraft

New dates coming soon!

Join us for a Holiday Event with Jenna Blazevich of Vichcraft.

Hand embroidery made to order!
Bring in your favorite clothing items or pick up something new for the holidays to have hand embroidered by Jenna on her 100 year hand embroidery machine.

No appointment needed.
Pricing based on word count.

Santa in red coat and hat with white trim eating cookies in front of a fireplace

Meet, Greet + Story Time with Santa

Tuesday, December 17 · 4:30 - 7:30pm CST
Mt. Prospect Location - 106 S. Emerson

Can’t make it to the North Pole to see Santa? No problem!

Welcome to the Meet + Greet + Story Time with Santa! Join us for a fun-filled day at Khepri Kitchen + Coffee in Mt Prospect, where you can meet Santa, take photos, and listen to his magical stories.

This is a perfect opportunity for kids and adults alike to get into the holiday spirit. Don't miss out on this chance to create unforgettable memories with Santa himself! We can't wait to see you there!

Tickets available Here:
Santa Meet+Greet

Assorted Tarot Cards

Tarot Workshop with Wabi Sabi Tarot

Mount Prospect Location - 106 S Emerson
May 30th, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

If you've been curious about reading tarot, but don’t know where to start, this workshop is for you!

This 90-minute crash course will tech you what tarot is (and isn't), talk about how you can incorporate a tarot reading practice into your daily life and more!

Review tips and tricks, including how to interpret the cards easily! You will leave with confidence in your ability to read, as well as a foundation to help you understand what the cards mean. A tarot deck is included in your ticket price!. 

Reservations:

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Jump, Clap, Spin! with Miss. Rachel

Mount Prospect Location - 106 S Emerson
Saturday, June 21st 3pm - 4pm

Join us for a class of fun, silliness and learning with Miss Katie! Miss Katie will take your little ones on a learning adventure through movement, song, creative play and more all inspired by the one and only Miss Rachel!

Reservations and more info!
Jump, Clap, Spin!!

*Note: Miss Rachel is a performer-inspired character, not the original Rachel Griffin Accurso