A very cozy neighborhood bookstore that's full of surprises as they fill in every nook, every…read morecorner of this place with books & other merch! They have good coffee too! Friendly staff!

Continues to be my favorite bookstore for new books in the area! The vibe here is so great, nice…read moreselection for a smaller store, and staff is very friendly. Despite it being on multiple floors, there is an elevator (it's slow but it works) which is great news for us disabled folks. So many little charming spots to rest and read! Don't miss this spot for all your reading and gift needs

This is DeKalb's only independent bookstore other than the adult one. It's run out of what used to…read morebe a garage in back of the main building at 115 N. 1st Street; hours are limited and the stock doesn't rotate much. Still, they have an awful lot of books packed into a small space, and the proprietor - a retired professor who's just looking to break even - is very helpful. He'll help you find what you're looking for, and if you're interested in something there isn't much demand for - such as books in French - he may be able, if you call ahead, to grab some out of storage for you. Prices are reasonable.

Wonderful treasure in downtown Dekalb. A very eclectic assortment of used and rare books. The owner…read morehimself is a gem and will be happy to talk about a variety of subjects as you explore the shelves searching for that book you didn't know you wanted. A great way to spend an afternoon!

If you're looking for the perfect place to find the perfect gift for any occasion, then, come here!…read moreThey have anything that you could possibly think of. Most items come from local artists which, I love. They also have many things from all around the world. Which, makes for a unique one of a kind experience. There's also a little cafe that makes tasty treats for all to enjoy. Everyone was super sweet and very helpful! They have a huge selection of candies from all over the world and local specialties. They also have different bread mixes, cake mixes, dips, jams, jellies, pastas, sauces, and lots of other treats! Their prices are also very fair for the quality of what you get. Which, makes the price worth it. So, if you're looking for a fun festive experience then, go here! You won't regret it.

We usually love the little traveler but had an unpleasant experience at Swedish days on Sunday. The…read morewoman working the shoe store was very rude and condescending. My boyfriend and I were discussing discount prices and the cashier interrupted our conversation to tell us, "eventually you need to live in the real world" as we were using a calculator to estimate prices. We would've bought some berkinstocks had it not been for her horrible attitude, unwelcoming behavior and lack of customer service.

Got some music related things from this locally owned store in Batavia. It has everything from…read moreinstruments to posters, and lots more. Kiss The Sky has tons of music too, mostly on vinyl. A cluttered mess but worth it if having the time to look around. The staff is pretty knowledgeable about artists and instruments. Cool place for anyone who likes music stores, and especially the ones filled with assorted crap. It's probably the worst thing about it. Takes so long going through everything and you can lose track of time. Looked through a lot of rolled up posters that were wrapped in plastic. These had no labels saying what they were. Of course the staff didn't even know. This is one example of the lack of organization. Oh well, it's still cool. The prices on most things are okay. Has some pretty cool things of course. It's located at First Street and Water Street downtown. This is a pretty cluttered store but it's fun if you like this kind of stuff.

A brick and mortar record store in downtown Batavia that sells hundreds of new and used records,CDs…read more,posters and t shirts. Pretty well organized by music genre but prices seemed a little high in my opinion They also have an area for local musicians to perform. A fun place to browse and you might even find a CD or Vinyl to add to your collection.

Our Sugar Grove Library has the most lovely intimate gathering rooms for small groups to gather…read more Check out the Sun Room and the beautiful meeting room with spacious windows and comfy newly refurbished chairs. Perfect for your book club meetings.

The Library has so much to do you could read, play games, do puzzles. And has enormous of books,…read morecds, puzzles, and video games to all check out. The librarians are helpful and kind. And it adds a lot of value to the town.

Came to Town House Cafe for lunch with some colleagues, and it was a great suggestion! Such a cute…read morelittle bookshop and cafe with a cozy, quaint atmosphere. The inside is charming, and they also have outdoor seating available. We came during lunch, and it was definitely busy, which speaks to how popular it is! I ordered the Town House Turkey, and it was delicious - fresh, flavorful, and exactly what I was hoping for. Such a fun little spot for lunch, especially if you enjoy a cozy atmosphere. I'd definitely come back!

Bookstore: beautiful on the outside, IMPOSSIBLE to find parking, staff didn't even make eye…read morecontact, dark and cramped inside, poor book selection. Definitely not worth the effort of the trip. 1 Restaurant: potato cheese dill soup, 1/2 club with chips was all surprisingly good. Iced coffee was also good and they offer free refills! $21 total seemed like a deal. Service was super friendly and helpful even though they were quite busy. 5

Cool music store! Found this one by pure accident while scanning a map. Stopped in the other day…read moreand realized this was a chance to find a lot of older CD's that I've been looking for. They also have a terrific selection of vinyl, tapes, and even 8-tracks amongst other music related items. The people who work here are super friendly and willing to help you find what you're looking for. I'll be back with my wantlist! Cheers!

Russ is great and very knowledgeable. I felt like he offered fair value for items I sold…read more Definitely check this place out.

B&N is now in Algonquin Commons! Located next door to Trader Joe's…read more Today was their Grand Opening with ribbon cutting by two Chicago authors. This new location is huge and spacious with exposed ceilings. Head to the very back left corner for the Starbucks Cafe and tables area. Friendly employees are there to help you find what you need. Check out is at the left front of the store. No signage but it's there.

After losing our Crystal Lake Barnes and Nobles and Borders decades ago, I sorely missed having a…read moreclose place to run to when I wanted to browse for books. While the opening of this store coincided with the closing of the Spring Hill Mall location, I gotta say-- I'm so happy to have a close bookstore again! Barnes and Noble has been slowly moving away from the stores of yesteryear and most sport a new redesign. The stores are (or at least look) smaller and have a more sterile feel to them. They've very streamlined. The big customer service desk is gone, as is the music department, which for years have laid pretty dormant at most Barnes and Nobles, truth be told. The inventory of CD's and DVD's is much, much smaller than before, so if that's why you visited Barnes and Noble, you'll be disappointed. The same goes for if you shopped their for magazines, which have been severely cut as well. The Children's area has lost a bit of charm, as well, losing the fun storytime tree/nook and cute wall decorations.The children's area is less enclosed than in the older stores. The cafe is present and had a lot of seating, which is nice. It is not as separate from the actual store as in many Barnes and Nobles. As far as books, I feel like there is less of a selection because of the new direction. That being said, there's still plenty to browse and while corporate redesign has changed a bit of the vibe of the stores, it's still a good place to go and relax or to wander about when you just need something to do. I'm happy to see a new BN near by and know I'll frequent it often.