September is packed with bookish fun, and this week kicks off with a full slate of events to inspire, entertain, and connect our wonderful community of readers and writers. Visit our EVENTS PAGE for details on all the events below!
✍️ Monday, September 8 – Main Street Writes
6:30 – 8:30 PM | Main Street Reads
For the inner writer in all of us, our weekly writers’ group is growing every week. Come share your words, swap feedback, or just soak in the creative energy. Whether you’re polishing a novel or scribbling poetry, all are welcome!
🔪 Tuesday, September 9 – Thrill in the ‘Ville:
Not Quite Dead Yet by Holly Jackson
6:30 – 8:00 PM | Main Street Reads
Our thriller book club is back! This month we’re diving into Holly Jackson’s Not Quite Dead Yet. Expect plenty of twists, turns, and great conversation.
As always, wine and appetizers are free, and members receive 10% off the featured book.
📖 Wednesday, September 10 – Stories on the Square
9:30 – 10:00 AM | Hutchinson Square
Bring the little ones and join us for our weekly storytime adventure under the trees in the Square. A perfect midweek outing for kids and caregivers, with imaginative tales and lots of giggles.
🍵 Saturday, September 13 – Sweetest Sidewalk Sale
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Downtown Summerville
Downtown merchants kick off Sweet Tea Festival week with an all-day sidewalk sale! Wander Main Street, find some incredible bargains, and enjoy the sweetest shopping day of the season.
🌟 Saturday, September 13 – Collateral Stardust with Nikki Nash & Mitch Laurance
3:30 – 5:30 PM | Flowertown Players Theatre + Main Street Reads
This is the big one: Hollywood memoirist Nikki Nash joins us for an unforgettable afternoon in conversation with actor/broadcaster Mitch Laurance, followed by a reception at Main Street Reads.
Your ticket includes a signed copy of Collateral Stardust and post-event reception at Main Street Reads where you can meet the author and get your copy personalized! This event supports both Flowertown Players Theatre and Public Works Arts Center. Don’t miss this special celebration of story and stardust!
Still to Come in September
- September 15 (5:30 PM): Adventures in Reading Kids Club featuring The Storyteller by Brandon Hobson
- September 16 (8:00 AM): Peaceful Mornings Quiet Reading Club
- September 16 (6:30 PM): Kiss & Tell Romance Book Club with Older by Jennifer Hartmann
- September 23 (6:30 PM): ALCHEMISED Release Party
- September 30 (6:30 PM): Books & Banter Fiction Club featuring A Resistance of Witches by Morgan Ryan
✨ Whether you’re writing, reading, shopping, or celebrating, September is bursting with reasons to join us on Main Street. Mark your calendars—we can’t wait to see you!