Okay, so I know this post isn't technically about "Raleigh", but the Raleigh Barnes & Noble locations are next to Crabtree Valley Mall, which is simply a nightmare to get in and out of, and in Triangle Town Center, which is way up Capital Boulevard and often crowded. I go to the bookstore to relax, and that's why I go to the Barnes & Noble across from Cary Towne Center.
The Cary Barnes & Noble is not in the same parking lot as the mall, it's across Walnut Street from it, so parking is not very much of an issue. Also, unlike other locations, it's very pleasantly oriented with the in-store Starbucks acting like the hub of a wheel, from out which the rest of the store branches. This makes the on-side Starbucks very open and well-lit, with much more seating space than some of the other locations. It's the perfect place to hold a small reading group, or to just sit down with a paperback and an oversugared coffee drink.
The children's area is very nice, as well. There's a great selection of books, toys, puzzles, and games, and a large train set laid out so the kids won't get bored.
The Cary location also boasts a very full events calendar. Here are some of the upcomings to look forward to:
Family Fun Night Friday, January 28th at 7:00 pm
Contemporary Book Group Thursday, February 10th at 7:00 pm
Meet Angelika Selle Saturday, February 12th at 2:00 pm
There are plenty more events listed on the website. I'm there at least once a week, so don't be surprised if you see a red-haired woman with a creme brulee latte hunched over a laptop in the Starbucks.
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