Main Street Reads will be closed on Thanksgiving Day so our team can enjoy time (and turkey!) with family and friends. We wish all of you a warm, joy-filled holiday. Hopefully with a little time off we’ll all have some quiet reading time to catch up on the TBR pile! Happy Turkey Day to each of you in our wonderful community!
But don’t you worry—we’re opening bright and early on Black Friday, (known as BOOK FRIDAY around here) ready to help you kick off the holiday shopping season with deals, giveaways, and plenty of bookish cheer. Here’s a look at everything happening at the shop over the next few weeks…
📚 Today: Blind Date with a Book!
While Supplies Last…
It’s our Last Day of BDWB! Dozens of hand-wrapped books await your discovery—pick one with a book purchase, unwrap at home, and fall in love with a story you didn’t see coming. Perfect for treating yourself!
✍️ Main Street Writes Monday
November 24 • 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Via Zoom: Writers of all levels are welcome. Bring pages to share or simply soak in the creative energy—our thriving weekly group is the perfect place to spark your next idea. Zoom link HERE
📖 Books & Banter Fiction Book Club
November 25 • 6:30–8:00 p.m.
This month’s pick: The Secret Book Society by Madeline Martin. Join the conversation and discover why it’s capturing hearts everywhere.
🌞 Wednesday Stories on the Square
November 26 • 9:30–10:00 a.m.
Stories, sunshine, giggles, and growing readers—bring the kids for a sweet weekly tradition.
🛍️ Black Friday = BOOK Friday!
November 28 • 8 a.m.–8 p.m.
Shop Small and WIN BIG! Exclusive deals, giveaways, and a full day of holiday shopping excitement await.
🛍️ Small Business Saturday: Shop Local!
November 29 • 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Keep the fun going! More deals, more surprises, and more reasons to explore downtown Summerville.
🎄 December Events to Amplify Your S’ville Holiday Calendar
⭐ Old Time Christmas Celebration & Tree Lighting
Tuesday, December 2 • 5:30–8:30 p.m.
The magic begins! Live window displays, community cheer, and the annual tree lighting in historic Hutchinson Square.
🧝 December Fab Fantasy Book Club
Thursday, December 4 • 6:30–8:00 p.m.
Featuring Fallen City by Adrienne Young. Free wine, appetizers, lively book chat—always a hit!
🔍 December Thrill in the ‘Ville Thriller Club
Tuesday, December 9 • 6:30–8:00 p.m.
This month: A Murder in Paris by Matthew Blake. Thrills, twists, and great conversation.
🎅 Summerville Christmas Parade
Sunday, December 14 • 2–4 p.m.
A beloved tradition! Grab a spot early—Main Street is the perfect place to enjoy the festivities. We have a link to pre-reserve our limited number of chairs right on the main parade route: CLICK HERE for details!
🧒 December Adventures in Reading Kids Club
December 15 • 5:30–7:00 p.m.
Featuring The Library of Unruly Treasures by Jeanne Birdsall—kids’ book club fun + 10% off the featured title.
🎉 Book Club Joint Holiday Celebration
December 16 • 6:30–8:00 p.m.
Fab Fantasy, Thrill in the ’Ville, Kiss & Tell, Books & Banter…all together for one festive night! (Young Readers party is separate!) We do our cookie exchange at this event, so bring cookies and we’ll have boxes to take a variety of cookies home with you, too!
Looking to January: Order Now!
Step Inside the Charmed Library – Jennifer Moorman in Conversation with Dorothy McFalls
January 11, 2026 • 3:30–5:30 p.m.
Our first major signing of 2026! Tickets will go fast—this is the perfect gift for the book lovers on your holiday list. LEARN MORE and take advantage of early bird pricing!