Once Upon a Thrift

A Children's Thrift & Trade Market for Ages 10 & Under 📚🧸🌎💛

A magical day of thrifting, trading, and learning for children ages 10 and under.

Join us for a kid-centered thrift market designed to introduce little learners to the value of secondhand shopping, sustainability, and community giving. Children can bring gently used books to exchange with other young readers or receive $0.50 in store credit per accepted book (up to $5.00 total) to shop for kid-friendly treasures throughout the market.

What You'll Find

Children's Books

Kids' Clothing

Shoes

Toys & Games

Trinket Bin Treasure Hunt

Young Entrepreneur Pop-Ups

Our Trinket Bin will be filled with fun, affordable surprises—perfect for little shoppers who love the thrill of treasure hunting. From tiny collectibles and toys to miscellaneous fun finds, there's something waiting to be discovered.

We'll also feature a handful of young entrepreneurs showcasing their creativity and small businesses, giving children an opportunity to support and be inspired by fellow kids in the community.

How the Book Trade Works

• Bring gently used children's books.

• Receive $0.50 in store credit for each accepted book, up to $5.00 per child (max $7.00 per household).

• Use your credit toward children's merchandise during the event.

• Browse and exchange books with other young readers.

• Any remaining books will be shared with local Little Free Libraries and nonprofit organizations to help spread the joy of reading throughout our community.

  
  

Why We're Hosting This

Children outgrow things quickly, but that doesn't mean those items have reached the end of their story. Through thrifting, trading, and sharing, kids can learn that pre-loved items still hold value and can bring joy to someone new.

At Rescued Eras, we're creating a fun, hands-on experience that encourages children to read, reuse, shop thoughtfully, and support their community.

Let's teach them young that secondhand is smart, sustainable, and full of adventure.

✨ Little Readers. Little Entrepreneurs. Big Adventures. ✨