Stopped in at Border's on a Friday night.
I have to admit I love Border's late hours. You've done a night of dining, shopping, and.....then what? A leisurely stroll through Border's is a great 'winding down' activity.
I think it's Border's casual approach that sells me. If you want to sit and flip through a book you can. If you want to browse through a magazine or two from their great magazine selection you can. If you want to have a cup of coffee at the Seattle's Best location you can....while reading a book or a magazine you picked up.
Sometime's it comes off as a library where you buy things instead of getting them on loan....and that adds to it's 'quirkiness' if that word fits.
There is a music section on the upper level but it seems to be in the process of being greatly reduced....which kind of bums me out. I was going to ask about it while checking out but totally forgot about doing so. ( Anyone know what's going on with that?)
There is a also a section under the name of Paperchase that sells cards, writing supplies, pens, etc. The stuff is a little pricey but they have some great stuff to look through. And I'm sure you'll find something that will catch your eye.
And try the Red Kane Kola (I think that's the name of it) from the Seattle's Best. Needed something sweet and refreshing...and it hit the spot.
Great place all in all to spend some 'alone' time.