June 29, 2007

Barnes & Noble Eastridge to stay open past midnight to sell
copies of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows on July 20

With excitement building up to the July 21 release of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Harry Potter Vl), Barnes & Noble bookstores are pleased to announce that on Friday, July 20, the following San Jose area stores will remain open past midnight to ensure that Potter fans get their copies of the book as soon as it’s released:

Barnes & Noble Eastridge Mall
2200 Eastridge Loop
Space #1420
San Jose CA 95122
(408) 270-9470

Barnes & Noble Stevens Creek
3600 Stevens Creek Blvd
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 984-3495

Barnes & Noble Westgate Mall
1600 Saratoga Ave
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 370-0444

Barnes & Noble Pruneyard
1875 Bascom Avenue
Campbell, CA 95008
(408) 559-8101

Barnes & Noble Almaden
5353 Almaden Expressway
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 979-0611

During this witching hour, fans of all ages wanting to be the first on their block to own the final book in this popular series are invited to join Barnes & Noble for the biggest literary event of the year at the Midnight Magic Costume Party. Readers of all ages will enjoy Harry Potter-related contests, games, giveaways and much more. The new book will go on sale at midnight.

“The anticipation surrounding the release of the Harry Potter books has been unprecedented,” said Greg Chavez, District Manager of Barnes & Noble, Inc. “In response to customer demand, we will stay open past midnight in order to provide an opportunity for those who wish to be among the first to purchase a copy of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows and have loads of fun at the same time.”

Each Barnes & Noble store will have its own series of special events, contests, activities and programs fit for a magical evening. Interested parties should contact the individual store to find out what outstanding adventures will be afoot.