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Don't Miss Storytime at Barnes & Noble

Part of the bookseller's children's activities today at 11 a.m.

Looking for fun, educational activities for your youngsters? Take them this Thursday to the Barnes & Noble Bookstore on Route 22 in Springfield for a mid-morning filled with great activities for kids. Staff members will read books, sing songs and participate in activities. The event takes place in the Children's Department.  There will also be an age-appropriate introduction to B&N's Nook tablet reader.  The fun starts at 11 am. For more information, call 973-376-8544. Follow Springfield Patch on Facebook and sign up for the daily newsletter.  

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NoonEats: Sandwiches at the Barnes and Noble Cafe

Come for the space, the sweets and the Starbucks, but not the food

Would you pay $6 for a hot pocket? As I finished my Mediterranean chicken sandwich at the Barnes and Noble Cafe last week, I wondered. The sandwich wasn't exactly a hot pocket, but close. And as I ate it, I tried to recall if the woman behind the counter asked me if I wanted this for here or to go. The only reason to buy this food, in my opinion, was for the convenience of eating lunch while browsing the latest issue of Cook's Illustrated. The draw here at the Barnes and Noble Cafe is clearly the in-a-bookstore location, the Starbucks drinks and possibly the desserts—but not the food. Looking around, it appears everyone takes advantage of the space. Three men in suits with laptops and cups of coffee in front of them sit at one table. …

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Patch Columnist Deb Amlen Reads At B&N

Patch contributor and crossword puzzle creator, Deb Amlen discusses her new book, "It's Not PMS, It's You!"At Barnes & Noble in Springfield.

Patch columnist and author Deb Amlen read exerts from her book, "It's Not PMS, It's You!" to a packed an receptive crowd at Barnes & Noble on Rte. 22 in Springfield.  A comedic book about a women's point of view about relationships and life.  Deb Amlen has been a crossword puzzle creator for several years, as well as local news contributor. Opportunity came along when  Sterling Publishing saw her hilarious blog and offered a book contract. From there, it was history.  She also discusses relationships with the crowd (and shared a chocolate feast), followed a book signing. The book can be purchased at Barnes & Noble in Springfield. Visit Deb's  blog at debamlen.com. 

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