Imagine a developer choosing to revive a declining mall by starting a local bookstore and creating a large, open community space with seating everywhere and a performance stage for people to enjoy shows for free. A chance few would take. But in the small community of Lake Forest Park, just north of Seattle, the risk paid off. Third Place Books collaborated with The Commons to create Third Place Commons a bustling community center of sorts, where people can come together, take a class, watch a performance, read a book, have a meal, or just people-watch. Their Farmers Market boasts boasts 7,000-
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