Warwick's is a local landmark now run by the fourth generation of the Warwick family. This bookstore offers more than the bestseller lists. An integral part of the community, Warwick's regularly offers book signings and readings, with many authors leaving a selection of autographed books for purchase. Warwick's "bookies" are ready to help give recommendations on customer's favorite genre or author. There is also a large selection of cookbooks, indie bestsellers and children's books, with a nice reading corner and comfy rug for youngsters to sit on.
Come the second Tuesday of the month at 10am to hear about new releases, books of note and store favorites, attendees can get a 20% discount off any books that were discussed. Warwick's also offers a Books for Schools program coupled with special children's author events.
Sanchez Trophies was founded 26 years ago, it specializes in trophies, banners, embroidery and screen-print t-shirts. This is not a walk-in business, though appointments are available and advised. Please call the store or look online for details about products and sales. Wholesale prices are available.
Revolution 9 is a store, gallery and workshop for free thinkers of all ages. It offers gifts, clothing and ephemera. It is also a student art gallery and offers monthly exhibits, art and music lessons and day camps and birthday parties for kids.
Anderson Trophy Company is a custom awards and trophy supply company that offers a wide range of products for clients, including for corporate programs, awards ceremonies and all types of sports, such as basketball, football, soccer, golf, track and more. Some products offered include plaques, trophies, name badges, custom patches, pins, medals and more. All trophies and other items can be customized, including with names, logos, business names or messages. Check its website for numerous photos of trophy products or for a full price list.
Located between Spring Street and Saint John Street, Rick's Picks is a discount retailer of branded goods. It buys directly from the manufacturers and importers so as to sell it to customers for the best bargain possible. It offers home décor items, furniture, tabletop, stationery, gifts, seasonal decorations, toys, domestics and basic apparel. Rick's Picks also has a store in Danville. The discount given varies from 40 to 80 percent off the suggested retail prices. It also offers a convenient parking right behind the store.
RockFlowerPaper is a home and fashion accessories retailer and wholesaler. Its product selections includes trays, canvas tote bags, table linens, aprons, baskets, scarves and tunics.
Mel and Rose is an Italilian deli located on Melrose Avenue in West Hollywood. It features sandwiches, soups, salads, varied entrees and a breakfast menu. In addition to eat-in dining, it offers take-out and catering. Mel and Rose also has a wine bar, and cheese and meat plates are available Tuesday through Friday, from 4:00pm - 7:00pm.
Hustler Hollywood is an adult novelty store owned by the infamous Larry Flynt. Hustler offers adult toys, games, video, clothing and gifts. There is a café inside where customers can order fresh vegetable juice, coffee drinks, cheesecakes, pies, pastries, cookies and all sorts of decadent treats.
Hustler has free parking behind the building, patio seating outside and sofas to lounge on inside. There is a book section next to the bakery that offers a varied selection of reading material.
Open Secret Bookstore sells new and used books, and music, on topics such as spirtuality, religion, and metaphysics. It also hosts events on most weekend nights ranging from book signings to musical performances. This bookstore is a one-stop shop for the New Age community of San Rafael complete with weekly tarot readings, meditation classes, and a Hindu temple. As one employee describes,"It is an Aquarian store with a little bit of everything."
Africa & Beyond is located in the heart of La Jolla on Prospect Street near a variety of restaurants, stores, art galleries and beaches. This ethnic art gallery primarily exhibits statues, African masks and unique artifacts from many different countries in Africa as well as jewelry from artists from around the world. All art on exhibition is for sale. Africa & Beyond also hosts book signings and fundraisers, for which it donates proceeds to a new charity each quarter such as the California Lost Boys & Girls Foundation.