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Saturday, June 28, 2025
Pop – Up Author E. Marie Robertson
Jun 28 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

Stop by M. Judson for a free pop up with local author E. Marie Robertson and hear about her book, Nothing Larger Than These Stars!

Monday, June 30, 2025
Books Over Drinks with Amy Poeppel
Jun 30 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
M. Judson Booksellers

The “absolutely hilarious” (Real Simple) Amy Poeppel delights once again with a charming new novel about a house swap gone wonderfully awry. If you love Beth O’Leary and Curtis Sittenfeld, you don’t want to miss Books Over Drinks with Amy Poeppel for Far and Away!

Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Hike for Wishes: Join the Make-A-Wish SC Trailblaze Challenge
Jul 8 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Make-A-Wish South Carolina Headquarters

Be part of something unforgettable. Be part of a wish granted.
🥾 About the Trailblaze Challenge
The Trailblaze Challenge is a life-changing endurance hike benefiting Make-A-Wish® South Carolina. This powerful journey tests you physically and emotionally—and the reward is even greater: helping grant life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.
This fall marks our 10th anniversary season, and we’re looking for passionate adventurers ready to lace up and make a difference.
📣 How to Get Started
Ready to accept the challenge? Attend a free in-person info session to learn:
– How the Trailblaze Challenge supports local wish kids
– What’s involved with the hike, training, and fundraising
– How we support you every step of the way
No upfront commitment required—just curiosity and an open heart.
🎁 Bonus: Info session attendees will be entered to win a $100 REI gift card + exclusive Make-A-Wish South Carolina swag!
💙 Want to Do More?
Interested in sponsorship or volunteer opportunities for the Fall ’25 Trailblaze Challenge? Reach out to us at: [email protected]

In Conversation with Deb Richardson-Moore
Jul 8 @ 5:30 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

Join us at M. Judson Booksellers for a free launch event celebrating local author Deb Richardson-Moore and her new book, The Last Beach Town!

Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Hike for Wishes: Join the Make-A-Wish SC Trailblaze Challenge
Jul 9 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Make-A-Wish South Carolina Headquarters

Be part of something unforgettable. Be part of a wish granted.
🥾 About the Trailblaze Challenge
The Trailblaze Challenge is a life-changing endurance hike benefiting Make-A-Wish® South Carolina. This powerful journey tests you physically and emotionally—and the reward is even greater: helping grant life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.
This fall marks our 10th anniversary season, and we’re looking for passionate adventurers ready to lace up and make a difference.
📣 How to Get Started
Ready to accept the challenge? Attend a free in-person info session to learn:
– How the Trailblaze Challenge supports local wish kids
– What’s involved with the hike, training, and fundraising
– How we support you every step of the way
No upfront commitment required—just curiosity and an open heart.
🎁 Bonus: Info session attendees will be entered to win a $100 REI gift card + exclusive Make-A-Wish South Carolina swag!
💙 Want to Do More?
Interested in sponsorship or volunteer opportunities for the Fall ’25 Trailblaze Challenge? Reach out to us at: [email protected]

Literary Bingo
Jul 9 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
M. Judson Booksellers

It’s Bookish Game Night at M. Judson! Join us and our friends at the Greenville County Library for a night of Literary Bingo, complete with prizes. Look for this event once a month, for a regular dose of fun.

This is a free event.

Thursday, July 10, 2025
Hike for Wishes: Join the Make-A-Wish SC Trailblaze Challenge
Jul 10 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Make-A-Wish South Carolina Headquarters

Be part of something unforgettable. Be part of a wish granted.
🥾 About the Trailblaze Challenge
The Trailblaze Challenge is a life-changing endurance hike benefiting Make-A-Wish® South Carolina. This powerful journey tests you physically and emotionally—and the reward is even greater: helping grant life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.
This fall marks our 10th anniversary season, and we’re looking for passionate adventurers ready to lace up and make a difference.
📣 How to Get Started
Ready to accept the challenge? Attend a free in-person info session to learn:
– How the Trailblaze Challenge supports local wish kids
– What’s involved with the hike, training, and fundraising
– How we support you every step of the way
No upfront commitment required—just curiosity and an open heart.
🎁 Bonus: Info session attendees will be entered to win a $100 REI gift card + exclusive Make-A-Wish South Carolina swag!
💙 Want to Do More?
Interested in sponsorship or volunteer opportunities for the Fall ’25 Trailblaze Challenge? Reach out to us at: [email protected]

Saturday, July 12, 2025
Hike for Wishes: Join the Make-A-Wish SC Trailblaze Challenge
Jul 12 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am
Make-A-Wish South Carolina Headquarters

Be part of something unforgettable. Be part of a wish granted.
🥾 About the Trailblaze Challenge
The Trailblaze Challenge is a life-changing endurance hike benefiting Make-A-Wish® South Carolina. This powerful journey tests you physically and emotionally—and the reward is even greater: helping grant life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.
This fall marks our 10th anniversary season, and we’re looking for passionate adventurers ready to lace up and make a difference.
📣 How to Get Started
Ready to accept the challenge? Attend a free in-person info session to learn:
– How the Trailblaze Challenge supports local wish kids
– What’s involved with the hike, training, and fundraising
– How we support you every step of the way
No upfront commitment required—just curiosity and an open heart.
🎁 Bonus: Info session attendees will be entered to win a $100 REI gift card + exclusive Make-A-Wish South Carolina swag!
💙 Want to Do More?
Interested in sponsorship or volunteer opportunities for the Fall ’25 Trailblaze Challenge? Reach out to us at: [email protected]

Pop-Up Author Kailey Bright
Jul 12 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
M. Judson Booksellers

Stop by M. Judson for a free pop up to meet local author Kailey Bright and grab a copy of her new book, Unfortunate!

Monday, July 14, 2025
EXPRESS Lunch workout at Cyclebar Spartanburg!
Jul 14 @ 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm
Cyclebar Spartanburg

Your first class is FREE when you create an account on our website: https://www.cyclebar.com/location/spartanburg

We include free spin shoes during your first visit + a sweat towel and a fun workout every single time! Try our XPRESS 30 minute lunch rides every Monday, Wednesday and Friday! All fitness levels welcomed!

Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Golden Hour Book Release
Jul 15 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
M. Judson Booksellers

Join us for a special Golden Hour celebrating the release of Silvia Moreno-Garcia’s latest novel The Bewitching!

Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Books Over Drinks with Hannah Whitten
Jul 16 @ 7:30 pm
M. Judson Booksellers

The Nightshade Crown is in the hands of a ruthless god and Lore will stop at nothing to defeat him in the final installment of this lush, romantic, New York Times bestselling fantasy series from breakout star Hannah Whitten. If you love Leigh Bardugo and Sarah J. Maas, you do not want to miss Books Over Drinks with Hannah Whitten. She will be in conversation with Jessica Khoury.

Books Over Drinks with Hannah Whitten
Jul 16 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
M. Judson Booksellers

The Nightshade Crown is in the hands of a ruthless god and Lore will stop at nothing to defeat him in the final installment of this lush, romantic, New York Times bestselling fantasy series from breakout star Hannah Whitten. If you love Leigh Bardugo and Sarah J. Maas, you do not want to miss Books Over Drinks with Hannah Whitten. She will be in conversation with Jessica Khoury.

Thursday, July 17, 2025
In Conversation with Janelle Alier
Jul 17 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
M. Judson Booksellers

Join us for a free In Conversation event with midwife and poet Janelle Alier to celebrate the release of her haiku collection, The Shortest Stories!

Saturday, July 19, 2025
Pop – Up Author Karen Talley
Jul 19 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
M. Judson Booksellers

Stop by M. Judson for a free pop up with local poet Karen Talley!

Pop – Up Author Karen Talley
Jul 19 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
M. Judson Booksellers

Stop by M. Judson for a free pop up with local poet Karen Talley!

Monday, July 21, 2025
Books Over Drinks with Claire Jia
Jul 21 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

A searing debut novel of envy, longing, and regret across three lives and two countries that asks how far we’ll go for a friendship, a romance, a dream. If you are a fan of Raven Leilani and Alexandra Chang, you do not want to miss Books Over Drinks with debut author Claire Jia and her book, Wanting!

Books Over Drinks with Claire Jia
Jul 21 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
M. Judson Booksellers

A searing debut novel of envy, longing, and regret across three lives and two countries that asks how far we’ll go for a friendship, a romance, a dream. If you are a fan of Raven Leilani and Alexandra Chang, you do not want to miss Books Over Drinks with debut author Claire Jia and her book, Wanting!

Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Golden Hour Book Release
Jul 22 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
M. Judson Booksellers

Join us for a special Golden Hour celebrating Holly Jackson’s adult debut Not Quite Dead Yet!

Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Books Over Drinks with Polly Stewart
Jul 23 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
M. Judson Booksellers

The critically acclaimed author of The Good Ones returns with an edge-of-your-seat thriller about a powerful Southern family whose dark secrets set in motion a chain of events with deadly consequences. If you’re a fan of Laura Lippman and Liane Moriarity, you do not want to miss Books Over Drinks with Polly Stewart. She will be in conversation with fellow author Katherine Schellman.