EDITOR’S NOTE: The Bricks & Mortar Report provides updates on major construction projects in Chenango County.

The Book Man, Wholesale Books and More:

• Interior shelving, general clean-up and other improvements are nearly complete at this 1,000 square feet book store and craft consignment business south of the county’s seat on state Route 12.

• The Book Man opens Friday, according to owner/operator David Munroe of Bainbridge. The building is adjacent to the Rainbow Redemption Center.

• The store will carry children’s books, cook books, and a wide assortment of craft and hobby books, in addition to locally made crafts.