I love this parish. The homilies are great. This community loves God and shows it in the reverence…read morebefore, during, and after mass.

Wonderful, Catholic/Christian gift shop. Wide assortment of quality items for various catechismal…read moreevents/milestones. Was amazed at shop size and assortment of items. Customer service was exemplary with sales personnel very positive and helpful. Definitely worth a trip to visit and experience the ambiance of the shop if for nothing other than to browse all the wonderful items.

Noelle's Yelp Notebook 2021…read more Quarantine Chronicles - May 2021 Ave Maria is an essential shop for Catholics. Long ago you couldn't take photos in the shop but I spoke with one of the clerks and they said it's fine to take photos but they still haven't taken the old sign where it said photos are not allowed. In the advent of the internet and social media the only way businesses can survive is by customers sharing photos online. I've been coming to this shop for over 30 years with my family. The shop is specific for Catholics. They have all materials that Catholics may be interested in such as books for children, books for adults, dvds, musical cds, gifts, crucifixes, bottles for holy water, candles, gift sets for first holy communion, confirmation gifts, cards for all occasions, prayer cards, the selection is amazing! They even have garments for Priests, Deacons and things you might need for inside the church but that is separate from the main shopping area. Customer service is good on the phone and in person. The only problem is they only had two staff on a very busy Saturday. They require masks to be worn inside due to the pandemic. Upon entering you are required to sanitize your hands and the sanitizer station. Selection was a little slim on communion and confirmation items as many children are having their first communion and confirmation. I was still able to get the items I needed. One thing I love is their greeting card section - it's super extensive, for all occasions. This is a one stop shop for all your Catholic needs. A favorite place of mine to shop for sure :) Noelle's Notes A great resource for all things Catholic. They are taking pandemic precautions- must wear a mask to shop and sanitize hands upon entering. They are closed on Sundays. If you cannot get here another great catholic resource is the religious gift shop at Our Lady of Peace in Santa Clara (not far from Great America and Mission College).

What a lovely store that's tucked away on De Anza close to the 85 degrees bakery, across the…read morestreet. I wanted to pick up a couple of scapulars, St Michael cards and a St Michael book for my son's school project and they had many children's book options. They had a good variety of books overall and it was so organized and neat inside. The store was well stocked and clean! Staff was extremely warm, friendly and so welcoming! They carry rosaries, figurines, art work, cards, wind chimes, music, books and many other items that would be great gifts overall and if you are looking for something to celebrate the Sacraments. Now that I know this store is here, I will be sure to frequent it! Parking is very easy to find as there are plenty of them right in front of the store.

One of the best bookstores in the Bay Area! Love their selection of books, hijabs, gifts, scents,…read moreand more. The staff is friendly and it's a lovely place to access inspiring knowledge.

This bookstore has a great selection of books, clothes and musks and really anything related to…read moreIslamic culture. The service is always great and welcoming, their prices are very reasonable. I highly recommend this little store!

Hicklebee's Bookstore has been around since 1979. While their emphasis is children's books, they…read morehave something for everyone, including infants, toddlers, kids, teens, young adults, and adults. Besides books, they offer toys, games, and fun gift items, as well as author's readings and other literary events. I was there recently searching for something good to read in the adult section. The adult books include fiction, biography, cookbooks, sci-fi and fantasy, and more. I found several books that looked interesting and settled on a new one by Lily King called Heart the Lover. I don't know anything about it, but enjoyed her last book. I also bought myself a cute canvas shopping bag with cats and a book club theme. I keep thinking about a couple of the books I left behind. I'm pretty sure I'll be back soon to pick them up.

Hicklebee's is such a lovely small bookstore with a wonderful selection of books for all ages. If…read moreyou are part of a school, they also offer story time for children. Hicklebee's is a truly special place for the community in the Willow Glen area.

I love Rumi's bookstore, been going there for 5 years now for different needs! From head scarfs to…read moremodest outfits, Islamic educational and religious books including a huge variety for kids books. They have huge selection of middle eastern nifty decors, incenses and burners, necklaces, earrings, rings and other jewelry. Gelatin free candies, gummies and marshmallows and much more. Customer service has always been great and polite, prices are reasonable. I feel some sort of relief when I go in there, very calm and peaceful Ambiance.

I love this bookstore, and will always appreciate them for their support in me entering Islam and…read morecontinuing to grow in the faith afterwards too! They've been quietly showing what true Islam is over nearly 40 years. Thanks so much for all that you carry and offer to the community. I hope more people will find you!

After lunch, I wanted to check the bookstore next door to the restaurant…read more This is a really nice bookstore with a ton of great books. Each area is divided by subject matter. I really love fiction, so I hung out in that area for a bit to see what they had. I really like the layout of this store and how they display the books. They even had a section called "blind date with a book." They were gift wrapped with a tiny quote from the book or description about the book. What a fun idea. There nothing like have a tangible book in your hands to read. I prefer reading books this way, over using a device. I guess I'm just old school. Prices are what's labeled on the book. They also offer a discount section of books.

Books Inc. is my go to bookstore when I'm in the Pruneyard area. The employees here are always…read morewelcoming and friendly and will help you find what you're looking for. They offer some books on sale or clearance at a great value. I have purchased many books here for birthdays, Christmas and for myself. They have the children's book section with plenty of children's books, stuffed animals, and seating for looking at books and reading.

You can smell the herbal magic inside this gift shop. Sure, there are some books available on the…read moreshelves (especially the self-help variety), but this store offers so much more. Buddha statues and figurines, tarot cards and oracle decks, zen gardens, wishing activity kits, art supplies and coloring books focused on self-care, rainbow candles, clothing, kitchenware, and dragon and unicorn themed products. A therapeutic setting, with alluring decor and even a beautiful fountain sculpture near the back. I purchased a gratitude tree and zen gong before leaving, and service was fast and friendly. A great experience overall.

This is literally my favorite store in the Bay Area! The moment you step in, it feels calm,…read morepeaceful, and full of good energy. Trust me, the vibes are heavenly. You'll often meet spiritual and like-minded people here. And yes--they actually have a small indoor waterfall where you can sit and meditate. It's beautiful. The staff will pray for you if you write it on a piece of paper. As a Nepalese person, it makes me really happy to find spiritual Nepali items here. The statues are affordable, and I've picked up some lovely crystals and bracelets. Since it's in downtown, some crystal pieces can feel a bit pricey--but overall, the selection is worth it. They have huge crystals. They have paintings at the end of the shop. You can also find sale items near the shelves there. I've bought so much from them over time--oracle cards, books, journals, incense sticks, candles, crystal jewelry--you name it. I've never regretted a single purchase. They also have a second-hand book section with great finds at lower prices, and they often put sale items on display outside. FYI - dogs are allowed!!

A bookstore featuring Chinese language children's books, lifestyle and religious titles…read more Lovely, kind staff is very helpful. They helped me pick out a book for my mother about healthy lifestyle habits (I can't read Chinese because I am a Chinese School dropout) that I know she'll appreciate and enjoy. There is also a small shelf for book sharing. Conveniently located in the Marina Supermarket Plaza (Fremont Times Square) at #258. If you are facing Marina, the bookstore is to your left, next to Sweet Coco and Star Salon.