Stop by to shop for a good read, music

WHAT's ON stumbled upon Pathfinder, a store that sells books, music and movie CDs in English and Marathi

If you are a voracious reader or an avid music buff in the mood to explore, head to Pathfinder, a new sprawling space for all the complete range of Marathi and English books, music and movies.

Browse away: Thanks to its soft lighting, Pathfinder's millieu is very inviting curl up with a good read on their couches. The range at this one is well-organised and fuss-free. The first level houses English books autobiographies of eminent personalities like Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan, books on fiction, dictionaries, books on Indian culture and history, classical dance and handy translation guides (for Rs 100).

As you ascend the stairs, there is a small section dedicated to CDs and DVDs. Take your pick from classical songs, Marathi dramas or concerts of artists like Ustad Zakir Hussain. If you are a Marathi film enthusiast, the collections of movies by Bhalji Pendharkar will be on your wish list.

The second level is dedicated to Marathi writers, translated works and cookery books. This is where you can hunt for inspirational books, drama, political satire, Marathi literature, short stories, travel books and books on nature. The kids level is replete with colouring books, musical books, fairy tales, Aesop's Fables and gaming CDs among other knick-knacks.

At: Saket, near Neelayam Cinema, Sadashiv Peth.
Call: 24330701.
Closed on Thursdays.
Timings: 10 am to 2 pm; 4 pm to 8.45 pm

What else?
>>Pathfinder allows you to become a member of Aashay u2014 Pune's oldest film and cultural club. The membership fee is Rs 1,300.
>>The store screens famous films at theu00a0 National Film Archive of India.
>>Their cafeteria, Kaapii Korner serves good coffee and shakes. It's open during the evenings.