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Books Inc.

ShopMountain View, South Bay4.6/5

About This Place

The West's oldest independent bookseller with a wonderful children's section. Regular story times, author visits, and book clubs for kids. A cozy neighborhood bookstore where families can browse and discover their next favorite read.

Info

Age Range

All Ages

Venue Type

Indoor

Price Level

$

Best Time

Weekend mornings for story time events

Parking

Street parking on Castro Street. Downtown Mountain View parking garage nearby.

Tips

Check their events calendar for kids' author readings. Staff picks are always excellent.

Stroller FriendlyChanging Station--Dining On Site--Reservation Needed--

Tags

bookstorestory-timeindependentreadingcommunity
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Location

317 Castro St, Mountain View, CA 94041(650) 428-1234Get Directions

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