BOOKSTORES

Alternative Books
From Kerouac to Duchamp, from Robert Duncan to Emma Goldman, Alternative Books is your source for the best in rare and out-of-print books. We carry thousands of books on art, literature and the humanities ... we are particularly partial toward the avant-garde & experimental. A true booklover’s dream! 35 North Front Street, Kingston. 331-5439.

Barner Books
Rare & out-of-print books from Kitsch to culture, Thoreau to thrillers, silly or serious. We find the books you want. More than 30,000 titles in stock. Free Search Service. 69 Main St., New Paltz. (845)255-2635, Fax (845) 255-2636.

The Golden Notebook
A feast for booklovers located in the heart of Woodstock, we are proud to be a part of Book Sense: Independent Bookstores for Independent Minds. In addition to the 100,000+ titles in our own database (note: we will promptly special order if not in stock), we also carry the complete line of Woodstock Chimes. 24 Tinker Street, Woodstock. (845)679-8000, fax (845) 679-2054. goldbook@ulster.net. www.GoldenNotebook.com.

Hope Farm Press and Bookshop
Your complete source for in- and out-of-print books about New York State. A walk-in, mail-order and internet book store devoted to the guides, history, geneology and folklore of New York. Thousands of titles available. Open everyday. 1708 Rt 212 Saugerties NY 12477. http://www.hopefarm.com. (914) 679-6809.

Merritt Bookstore Vols. I & II
Full-service bookstore for children and adults. Friendly, award-winning staff, gifts for all occasions, great author signings and events, large selection of local authors & local interest. Special orders are our specialty! Front St., Millbrook (845) 677-5857; E. Market & Broadway, (Rte. 9 & 199), Red Hook (845)758-BOOK; www.merrittbooks.com..com. E-mail: info@merrittbooks.com. OPEN 7 DAYS.

Mirabai of Woodstock
The Hudson Valley’s oldest spiritual/holistic bookstore, providing a vast array of books, music and gifts that transform, renew and elevate the spirit. Exquisite statuary and other art works from Nepal, Tibet, Bali. Expert Tarot reading, astrological charts/interpretation available. 23 Mill Hill Road, Woodstock. (845) 679-2100. www.mirabai.com.

Oblong Books & Music
Oblong Books & Music has spent over 25 years crafting an independent book and record store in the Village of Millerton in northeastern Dutchess County. Our thorough and unique inventory take browsing to another level of delight. Oblong, Jr. turns eight this year and lovingly blends a great kid’s bookstore with an inspiring selection of toys, kits, puzzles and music. Discover Oblong. 1-800-OBLONG-zero.