This Barnes & Noble is more than just a branch of the nationwide chain. It is the only full-service book store in El Cerrito. The store just installed a huge educational section dedicated to the teachers and students of the many schools in the El Cerrito area. Barnes & Noble hosts book fairs throughout the year to raise money for the local school districts. There are many author events here and even musical performances by famous musicians. The store has an impressive selection of magazines and newspaper titles as well as access to books all over the world. If a book is not on the floor, it can most likely be ordered. There also is story time here for children every Friday at 10am.