The El Cerrito del Norte BART Station has a library kiosk where Contra Costa Library cardholders can check out and return books. Pass the time on the train reading! Read more.
Nearby is the 14,000-square-foot Concord Skate Park. "Sick pillars if you are into challenging your vert skills," says one reviewer. Read more.
Fifth String is near Ashby BART. An awesome store for acoustic stringed instruments and related accessories, as well as repairs and lessons. Get your fiddle on! Read more.
Just two blocks from the station is Rialto Cinemas Cerrito, a real-food-with-your-movie theater. What film isn't better with artichoke pizza and chocolate bundt cake? Read more.
Try Barclay's Pub just three blocks away, with 30 beers on tap every day. Pub grub, darts, bike- and dog-friendly patio. Read more.