Brewster Book Store, Brewster, Mass., is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a 20% off sale everything in the store and refreshments for customers, according to wickedlocal.com.
The store was founded by Nancy Landon, who died last year and whose husband, John, has kept the store open. Day-to-day management is done by Jean Mackenzie, her sister-in-law Jane Mackenzie (both of whom have worked at the store since its opening in 1982), and Valerie Arroyo (who has worked at the store "only" 10 years).
A general store with an emphasis on children's books and Cape Cod titles, Brewster Book Store has survived "probably because we're filling a service," Jean Mackenzie said. "There are few places around doing that. We love to help customers. We do the help you don't get at a big chain."
Arroyo cited "the care we take in selecting books. Nancy was passionate about that. And there is a growing buy local movement so people are more aware about supporting their local bookstore. We have some of the most loyal customers. And you can support the local bookstore even if you have an e-reader."
