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SUMMARY:Third Thursday February: Celebrating Kitty Springs
DESCRIPTION:Join your neighbors in Summerville’s ultimate monthly block party\, this month celebrating the life and legacy of Catherine “Kitty” Springs – a Summerville innovator and an original “hat lady” – don your fascinators and join the FUN! \n\n\n\nShe was a milliner\, a wife\, a business owner\, a land owner\, and a mystery today\, if not in her own time. \n\n\n\nA free person of color\, she married a white man 19 years her elder. They lived openly in Summerville in the mid-1800s\, surely an unusual occurrence according to Dr. Ed West in his presentation on entrepreneurs at Third Thursday at the Summerville Dorchester Museum. \n\n\n\nHer name was Catherine Smith until she married Richard Springs\, but everyone called her Kitty. Born in 1834 in the St. Stephen area\, she was one-half full-blooded Indian on her mother’s side. \n\n\n\nAn ambitious young woman\, Kitty moved to Charleston and opened a clothing and millinery shop. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShe was very good at what she did\, so good that she moved to Summerville to create another successful clothing business there. According to West\, researchers believe Kitty and Richard worked and lived in the area of Second North and Cedar Streets. \n\n\n\nOver time Kitty bought a considerable amount of land around the current county offices and Hutchinson Square — also unusual for a woman of color in the 1800s. She became a philanthropist in 1880\, when she donated property for a school and chapel to serve disadvantaged children\, particularly American Indian or biracial children. \n\n\n\nBut her most famous and visible contribution to Summerville is the little white church with the red door\, the Church of the Epiphany on Central Avenue\, across from the Timrod Library. \n\n\n\nThe couple is still together\, buried side by side in the Old White Meeting House and Cemetery on Dorchester Road. Her story continues to fascinate and inspire people today just as much as it did then. \n\n\n\nThanks for this contribution from Dr. West\, a historian for Dorchester County as well as the town of Summerville. A member of the museum board\, he is a frequent speaker as part of the museum’s series on local people and historical events. \n\n\n\nThe talks are free and open to the public at 6 p.m. on Third Thursdays at the museum\, which is located at 100 East Doty Avenue next to the railroad tracks.
URL:https://mainstreetreads.com/event/third-thursday-february-celebrating-kitty-springs/
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SUMMARY:Third Thursday Book Signing – March 20th: Set Sail with Michael L. Clark!
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars and set sail with us on this extraordinary journey—your next great adventure awaits! \n\n\n\nPrepare to embark on a swashbuckling adventure at our Third Thursday Book Signing event on March 20th\, featuring acclaimed author Michael L. Clark and his thrilling new series! Join us for an evening filled with daring tales of high seas\, legendary pirates\, and courageous quests that redefine freedom and loyalty. \n\n\n\nEvent Highlights\n\n\n\n\nDate: March 20th\n\n\n\nFeatured Author: Michael L. Clark\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: A lively book signing event where you can meet Michael L. Clark\, ask about his latest work\, and pick up a signed copy of his riveting titles:\n\n\n\n\nThe Red Raven\n\n\n\nStep into the world of The Red Raven\, where a pirate captain like no other takes command of the Atlantic. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet Raven: A fierce\, determined young woman with crimson sails that strike terror in the hearts of merchant sea captains.\n\n\n\nHer Mission: Driven by the desire to free those trapped in slavery\, Raven’s journey spans from England to the Caribbean.\n\n\n\nThe Legend: Whether loved or loathed\, every man fears the indomitable spirit of the Red Raven. Can she overcome daunting obstacles and secure freedom for her people?\n\n\n\n\nRaven’s Destiny\n\n\n\nIn Raven’s Destiny\, the adventure intensifies as Raven leads her courageous crew on a quest for justice and freedom. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA Thrilling Journey: Now only eighteen\, Raven has defied the odds—rescued from the gallows and now captaining a band of former slaves on the high seas.\n\n\n\nHigh-Stakes Adventure: With each daring raid on a merchant ship\, their legend grows\, even as the relentless French navy closes in.\n\n\n\nHeart-Pounding Action: Experience a swashbuckling thriller that tests the limits of courage and loyalty at every turn.\n\n\n\n\nAbout Michael L. Clark\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBorn in Tacoma\, Washington\, and raised in the South\, Michael L. Clark has worn many hats—farmhand\, elephant handler\, musician\, and more—all of which feed into his rich storytelling tapestry. His journey began along the Natchez Trace\, sparking his passion for history and the untold stories of everyday heroes. \n\n\n\n\nFrom Time-Travel to High Seas: After captivating readers with his time-traveling historical novels and the beloved Young Americans series\, Clark now invites you into the perilous and thrilling world of early 18th-century pirates.\n\n\n\nDiscover More: For additional insights into his works and upcoming projects\, visit www.author-michaellclark.com.\n\n\n\n\nJoin Us!\n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to dive into the daring adventures of Raven and experience firsthand the magic of Michael L. Clark’s storytelling. Mark your calendar for March 20th\, grab your signed copy\, and prepare for an unforgettable evening where literature and adventure collide!
URL:https://mainstreetreads.com/event/third-thursday-book-signing-march-20th-set-sail-with-michael-l-clark/
LOCATION:Main Street Reads\, 115 S. Main St.\, Summerville\, SC\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Celebration,Third Thursday
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SUMMARY:Third Thursday MEET the AUTHOR at Coastal Coffee AND Main Street Reads!
DESCRIPTION:📍 Two Events | One Night Only!\n\n\n\n\n4:30–6:00 PM: Talk & Signing at Coastal Coffee Roasters 108 E. 3rd North St.\, Summerville\, SC AND\n\n\n\n6:30–8:00 PM: Signing at Main Street Reads\, 115 S. Main St.\, Summerville\, SC\n\n\n\n\nWe’re thrilled to host William Webster\, author of the explosive new thriller Rockets’ Red Glare\, for a special evening of conversation and book signings! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPerfect for fans of Jack Reacher and Joe Pickett\, this high-octane debut introduces Sage Mendiluze\, a Tribal Police Deputy plunged into a multi-state manhunt after a series of brutal murders in America’s national parks. Joined by his loyal Australian shepherd\, Peak\, and partnered with Special Agent Maggie Comstock\, Sage must stop the deadly rampage before the killers unleash chaos on the Fourth of July. \n\n\n\n💥 With breakneck pacing\, explosive action\, and an unforgettable new hero\, Rockets’ Red Glare is your next must-read thriller! \n\n\n\nAbout the Author\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWilliam M. Webster IV has led a storied career in business\, politics\, and public service\, including roles in both the Bush and Clinton administrations. A White House Fellow and Assistant to the President\, he has also held leadership roles across industries from education to energy. A Fulbright Scholar and law graduate of the University of Virginia\, Webster is also an accomplished ultramarathoner. Rockets’ Red Glare marks his thrilling fiction debut. He lives in Greenville\, SC\, with his wife Teresa. \n\n\n\n📚 Books will be available for purchase and signing at both events.☕ Enjoy a coffeehouse chat at Coastal\, then join us at Main Street Reads for a relaxed evening signing and conversation. Don’t miss it!
URL:https://mainstreetreads.com/event/third-thursday-meet-the-author-at-coastal-coffee-and-main-street-reads/
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Book Signing,Celebration,Reader Meet Writer,Third Thursday
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SUMMARY:Third Thursday: November 2025 Celebrating Native American Heritage
DESCRIPTION:Join your friends and neighbors at Summerville’s favorite monthly downtown block party! Shops stay open late\, vendors supply unique gift items and food\, bands play on Hutchinson Square and everyone has a big time! \n\n\n\nGrab your blankets and chairs for performances on Hutchinson Square stage during Third Thursday. You don’t want to miss the fun – and in November we’re celebrating Native American heritage\, too. \n\n\n\nAs always treats and specials to be had at Main Street Reads\, too\, so stop by and say “hi” and discover a new treat and a new read.
URL:https://mainstreetreads.com/event/third-thursday-fun/
LOCATION:Main Street Reads\, 115 S. Main St.\, Summerville\, SC\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Third Thursday
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SUMMARY:February's Third Thursday: Party Like It's Mardis Gras
DESCRIPTION:Summerville’s monthly downtown block party! Stores open late\, bands on the square – come join the FUN! This month’s theme is Mardis Gras baby – come to Main Street Reads for the Books for Beads challenge!
URL:https://mainstreetreads.com/event/decembers-third-thursday-ugly-sweater-night-in-sville/
LOCATION:Main Street Reads\, 115 S. Main St.\, Summerville\, SC\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Third Thursday
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SUMMARY:March Third Thursday Celebrates Young Artists!
DESCRIPTION:It’s youth art month in Summerville and all through the downtown you’ll be able to see the creative works of Dorchester Two school students\, including an installation at Main Street Reads! \n\n\n\nIf you haven’t been to Third Thursday\, you should know it’s Summerville’s own monthly block party: shops stay open late\, streets close\, food trucks show up\, musicians play\, and everyone goes home happy to be Summervillians!
URL:https://mainstreetreads.com/event/march-third-thursday-celebrates-young-artists/
LOCATION:Main Street Reads\, 115 S. Main St.\, Summerville\, SC\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Third Thursday
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SUMMARY:April Third Thursday: Spring is in the Air!
DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy an evening in Downtown Summerville with some live music\, vendors\, extended hours at our fellow local small businesses for shopping and get that hometown feeling you can only get in Downtown Summerville! April 16th in Hutchinson Square!
URL:https://mainstreetreads.com/event/april-third-thursday-spring-is-in-the-air/
LOCATION:Main Street Reads\, 115 S. Main St.\, Summerville\, SC\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Third Thursday
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SUMMARY:Third Thursday Living Well BOOK SIGNING: Not One More Day by Candice Morrow
DESCRIPTION:An Inspirational Journey of Thriving Beyond Survival \n\n\n\nJoin us Third Thursday for treats and meet the author as we celebrate this detailed memoir of survival\, strength\, and fierce journey to reclaim voice\, power\, and a life.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith brutal honesty and fierce determination\, Candice Morrow exposes the truth of what she endured and the relentless grit it took to rise. Page by page\, she pulls back the curtain on the hidden world of domestic violence – the manipulation\, the fear\, the silence – and reveals what it truly means to fight your way out. Her journey is one of survival\, yes\, but far more – it’s a story of rising\, of choosing freedom\, reclaiming her voice\, and becoming a force for change. \n\n\n\nMeet Candice\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe nursing career that saved my life now spans four decades\, including working as a trauma travel nurse and owning a pharmaceutical home infusion company. I’m now an aesthetic trainer\, and over the last eighteen years\, I’ve traveled the US\, training approximately four thousand medical providers\, both physicians and mid-levels\, in the most effective and safest techniques for aesthetic injections. \n\n\n\nIn addition to my nursing career\, my mission is helping individuals escape domestic violence and helping those who have already escaped find the joy and peace they deserve.  \n\n\n\nBy sharing my own story of survival\, I hope to inspire others to break the silence about abuse––and give those who are being abused the hope and courage to get out. No one should live in fear\, and I’m proof that a life without fear is possible.   \n\n\n\nI’ve been very fortunate to build a life in Georgia with wonderful friends who have shown me that I don’t need to share the same blood to become family. To learn more about me or schedule a speaking engagement\, please visit candicemorrowauthor.com.
URL:https://mainstreetreads.com/event/third-thursday-living-well-book-signing-not-one-more-day-by-candice-morrow/
LOCATION:Main Street Reads\, 115 S. Main St.\, Summerville\, SC\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Book Signing,Celebration,Third Thursday
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SUMMARY:August Third Thursday: Staying Cool in Summerville
DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy an evening in Downtown Summerville with some live music\, vendors\, extended hours at our fellow local small businesses for shopping and get that hometown feeling you can only get in Downtown Summerville! \n\n\n\nWe’ll have treats in-store and 10% off all titles\, too!
URL:https://mainstreetreads.com/event/third-thursday-august-2026/
LOCATION:Main Street Reads\, 115 S. Main St.\, Summerville\, SC\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Third Thursday
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