Campbell University's Barnes & Noble bookstore opened Thursday, March 2, with an official ribbon cutting attended by state and county officials, as well as one of literature's most famous characters. The Cat in the Hat was on hand for a special reading hour for Buies Creek Elementary and area day care children before the ribbon cutting. He was there to lend his imagination and talents to the launching of the new book store, a lot cozier and more comfortable than the previous store. "That's one of the big features of a Barnes & Noble store," explained Manager Nick McKay." We were able to take the existing space and turn it into a very warm and inviting environment. That is truly the unique aspect of this store." Standing in front of several windows flooded with light, McKay added that Barnes & Noble has given the old book store lots of dimension with depth of color and warmth.