Ah, there’s just something about October… cooler weather, Scarecrows on the Square, fall book releases, our first “Third Thursday” block party since pre-pandemic, and of course HALLOWEEN!
We had a fabulous time yesterday morning with author Beverly Willett, who drove in from Savannah for a live booksigning in the store. If you didn’t make it by, we’ve kept a few signed copies of her amazing book, Disassembly Required, at the store. The message is one of how to get up and get going despite setbacks… certainly resonates in the now normal…
Third Thursday… Been a Long Time
Local singer/songwriter/guitarist Mike Kaltofen will join us for some tunes this Thursday, October 15th as we stay open late for the return of Summerville’s popular and much missed Third Thursday!
Stop on by, we’ll have a few flash sales happening and maybe a treat or two…
Happy Halloween… Safely
As you may have seen at the store, our front feature table is covered with 50% off Halloween titles all month long. On Halloween Saturday, the –”big day” – we’ll be distributing treats to young readers (pre-packaged, gloves and all) and we encourage you to shop the Halloween titles, most under $5. Oh, and don’t mind the spiders: Our singing bookseller Hannah Rose might have gotten a little carried away…
And now, without further ado, the remaining October lineup, full of book signings, story time, book clubs and more!
MONDAY: Main Street Writes
October 12 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Main Street Reads, 115 S. Main St.
or via Zoom!
For the inner writer in all of us, our regular Monday evening writers group. Come on out any/every Monday at 6:30 p.m. and bring a few pages with you to share with fellow scribes, or just listen in and learn! Anyone wanting to join in via Zoom instead, use the following credentials: Find out more »
TUESDAY Bookclub: When No One is Watching by Alyssa Cole
October 13 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Main Street Reads, 115 S. Main St.
Summerville, SC 29483 United States + Google Map
For Summerville lovers of mystery and thrillers, our Thrill in the ‘Ville Book Club meets on the second Tuesday of each month, October 13th this month! We’ll be talking about the sensational When No One is Watching by Alyssa Cole. We’ll be meeting in person at Main Street Reads OR you can join us virtually via Zoom: Find out more »
WEDNESDAY Storytime! Stories on the Square
October 14 @ 9:30 am – 10:00 am
Main Street Reads, 115 S. Main St.
Summerville, SC 29483 United States + Google Map
Join us every WEDNESDAY morning at 9:30 a.m. for “Stories on the Square, our outdoor storytime adventures with reading by Colleen Rackleff – kids of all ages welcome! Treats served and student discounts to ALL attendees! Find out more »
WEDNESDAY Scholastic Parents Night: You’re Invited!
October 14 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Scholastic Parents Night: We hope you’ll join us for Scholastic Parents Night, a virtual event designed to make this untraditional school year a little more manageable—and fun! Editors and education experts will share learn-at-home tips, book recommendations, and more, and be available for a Q&A. Find out more »
THURSDAY Reader Meet Writer: Better Boys, Better Men
October 15 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Main Street Reads via Zoom
Join us for this Zoom discussion on Thursday, October 15 from 7-8 pm! Email mainstreetreads@gmail.com for your event link and password: In Better Boys, Better Men, cultural critic and New York Times contributor Andrew Reiner argues that men today are working on an outdated model of masculinity, which prevents them in moments of distress and vulnerability from marshalling the courage, strength, and resiliency—the very characteristics we regularly champion in men—Find out more »
Join Us for a Spooky Third Thursday!
October 15 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Enjoy partying out on the square, sales and treats at Main Street Reads, and the return of singer/songwriter/guitarist Mike Kaltofen keeping it all festive!Find out more »
Living Large Bookclub: The Library of Lost and Found
October 20 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Main Street Reads, 115 S. Main St.
Summerville, SC 29483 United States + Google Map
Next up is The Library of Lost and Found by Phaedra Patrick (at bookclub discount in store(. “Sweet and resonant.” —People, “Best New Books” Pick “A heartwarming and tender tale of growth and redemption…. Curl up by the fire with a cup of tea and a biscuit and be entranced by this delightful story.” —Library Journal…Find out more »
Pulpwood Queens: Book Club:
The Southern Bookclub’s Guide to Slaying Vampires!
October 22 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Main Street Reads, 115 S. Main St.
Summerville, SC 29483 United States + Google Map
AND via Zoom
On October 22nd we’re discussing The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix. Grady will join us via Zoom to talk about the book; we have signed bookplates for those who want them to make your copy a collector’s edition! Join us live in the store at 6:30 OR via Zoom. ALL ARE WELCOME! Here are login details: Time: Oct 22, 2020 06:30…Find out more »
Launch Party and Booksigning: The Ocean at Night
October 23 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Main Street Reads, 115 S. Main St.
Summerville, SC 29483 United States
Join us Friday evening, October 23rd when author Lorna Hollifield will be at Main Street Reads to celebrate the launch of her second novel, The Ocean at Night. Two Ways to Participate! Lorna will be at Main Street Reads from 5:30 to 7:30. She’ll talk a bit about the book on Zoom and to gathered guests (social distance rules will apply), followed by book signing. Refreshments will be served. To Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83330080974?pwd=cW9VYVUxVVVHYkJpcFBtd2Vpa3NxUT09 Meeting ID: 833 3008 0974 Passcode:…Find out more »
October is the New December
We’re planning ahead for you, best as we can, to make sure no one gets left behind this holiday season. But if/when you know you’re looking for that special book for that special person, let us know as soon as you can so we make sure it’s ready and waiting for you!
Now Open on Sundays
To make things easier for you, we’re back to being open on Sundays – Noon ’til four p.m. Need to schedule a visit before/after regular store hours? Call us at 843-875-5171.
You can also view the full list of Indie Next Picks and “Now in Paperback” picks at our online shop HERE. Enjoy browsing online, or call 843-875-5171 to pick up your choices at the store.