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                        Named for the University of Washington, the areas central attraction, 
                          the University District (or, affectionately, the "U" District), has highbrow cultural attractions and a motley mix of 
                          retail shops and restaurants, that appeal to the University's student population. Within the beautiful, castle-like façade 
                          of the University of Washington campus is the Burke Museum (a natural history museum packed with fossils from the Northwest), 
                          the Henry Art Gallery, and the Meany Theater. Outside of the campus, on "The Ave," one can find fun vintage clothing 
                          shops and affordable ethnic cuisine. 
                        North of the University District, life resumes to normal in the quiet 
                          suburban communities of Ravenna, Laurelhurst, and Northgate. 
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                  West Bookshop 
                  6500 Roosevelt Way NE | ph: (206) 253-3726 
                  This non-profit organization established by members of the meditation and yoga based spiritual community, ANANDA, is a 
                  resource center on spiritual and metaphysical traditions from around the globe. The broad selection of titles found here range from books 
                  on ancient civilizations to tracts on Kabbalah, palmistry, and Sikhism. In addition to reading material, the East West Bookshop also hosts 
                  events on a variety of holistic and metaphysical topics from How to Meet Your Spirit Guides to India Unveiled. In-house specialists are 
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                Espresso Roma 
                  4201 University Way NE | ph: (206) 632.6001 
                  Espresso Roma brews a full range of coffee, along with a small line of muffins and cookies, in a big, airy environment. 
                  Play a pinball game on one of two machines, or join the mix of students and U-District denizens, studying, chatting softly, and playing 
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