Stargazers is a spiritual gallery and metaphysical bookstore. It also provides pyschic classes and readings, and sells crystals and other spiritual gifts and goods. Its classes take place weekly, and the Friday evening 7pm class is the most popular class. The classes vary in size depending on the day of week and instructor.
University Book Store serves as a retailer of text books for students attending the University of Washington. The store also sells a variety of standard periodicals and books, including popular and bestselling book titles. The book store is also a retailer of University of Washington apparel, plus art supplies, stationary, greeting cards and gifts.
The Barnes & Noble at Crossroads is a full-service bookseller. You are welcome to park yourself here on a rainy day and take advantage of the free Wi-Fi or browse the extensive collection of books, magazines, toys and gifts. This is one of the few stores at Crossroads open late on Sunday nights. Large selection of books for kids and teens, computer books and educational materials. For a quick gift, grab a card from its great selection and a Barnes & Noble gift card. Note there is no cafe at this location, but there are many options for a snack or meal just steps away at Crossroad's many restaurants.
Dragon's Lair is a local comic and gaming shop. The owner opened the store because of his own love for the products he sells. The store has many tables that are open for gaming and lots of supplies. Tables can be reserved, or if there are open tables, anyone can come in and play. Dragon's Lair carries Western comic books as well as manga. There are traditional table-top games, card games such as Magic and strategy and role- playing games. Demo copies of games are available for people to try out in the shop.
The atmosphere is welcoming and wholesome for families, and the knowledgeable staff can answer pretty much any gaming or comic-related question. Sometimes the store even hosts signings by artists and other notables. New comics typically arrive on Wednesdays.
Bellevue College is a public college that offers bachelors, transfer, professional, and technical degrees and certificates. The college was founded in 1966 as Bellevue Community College. According to the college, about 4,000 students are enrolled each quarter to pursue a degree and about 15,000 more enroll for enrichment, job training and other educational reasons.
The institution changed its name in 2009 to reflect that it now offers baccalaureate degrees - in interior design, radiation and imaging sciences. The first Bellevue College baccalaureate degrees were awarded in 2009.
The college still offers general two-year associate degrees, which students can use to transfer to many four-year colleges, and career training for professional certificates. The degrees and certificates include training and classes for professions in the fields of medicine, information technology, business, design, media and criminal justice. The school also offers GED and Adult Basic Education.
The school also caters to working adults by offering distance education, classes at its North Campus at 10700 Northup Way, Bellevue and evening classes.
The Eastside Daily Planet offers more than 800 publications including the largest selection of art and crafts magazines in the area. You can purchase a number of newspapers and daily publications here including Investors Business Daily, the New York Times and the Financial Times of London. Maps, postcards and calendars are also offered. The store also supports the community, displaying posters for upcoming cultural events and collecting money for the King County Humane Society. Open at 8 every morning, this is a great place to visit to buy your favorite publication before grabbing some breakfast at Starbucks or the Crossroads Cafe.
ASABooks is a company in Bellevue that serves photographers in the surrounding area. The company designs, prints and binds photo albums consisting of the photos taken by clients. It also provides folios, DVD holders and more. Visit the company's website for more information on its products and services.
Deseret Book's Bellevue store— the company's only location in Washington state—welcomes customers with a bright, tidy interior and large selection of Mormon scripture, books, DVDs and music. The store also has a children's section and sells a large selection of spiritual paintings, figurines and other gifts.