The best book, hobby & craft shops in Pueblo

“When your creative itch gets loud, H. R. Meininger Co.”

From the Centennial newsletter, September 20, 2026

“Cole's Hot Lap Hobbies is Pueblo’s RC hangout where you can wrench, race, and swap tips. They host family-friendly races across 1RC, 1/28, 1/10, oval, on-road and off-road, plus 1/12 and Losi NASCAR, with carpet, RCP and drift tracks, live scoring for bragging rights, and a crawling center coming soon.”

From the Pueblo newsletter, September 5, 2026

“Musical instrument shop stocking guitars, amps, keyboards, drums and DJ equipment.”

“Chain carrying a variety of arts & crafts materials, plus party supplies, fabric & home-decor items.”

“Need a low-key creative reset this week? The Fire Playce Paint Your Own Pottery Studio lets you pick from a huge selection of bisque, then play with paints, stamps, silkscreens and specialty glazes while they handle the firing magic, plus handy To Go Boxes, mobile pottery parties and studio rentals.”

From the Pueblo newsletter, September 10, 2026

“Retail chain offering musical instruments, audio gear & accessories, plus rental & repair services.”

“Oddball Store Music and More is a delightfully eclectic rabbit hole of music memorabilia, vintage finds, antiques, gifts and collectibles, plus actual musical instruments. Perfect for locals who like their shelves, practice rooms, and conversation starters to come with personality... and a little rock 'n' roll history.”

From the Colorado Springs newsletter, September 5, 2026

“Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).”

“Whether you're dusting off a high school clarinet or finally snagging that electric you've been eyeing, Graner Music is Colorado Springs’ full-line shop for rentals, new and used gear, lessons, and sheet music, with on-site repair techs and pro musicians who get it.”

From the Colorado Springs newsletter, September 11, 2026

“Marck Time Music is Pueblo’s one-stop shop for getting back to playing, with rentals and repairs plus a solid spread of guitars, violins, clarinets, flutes, brass and more. Stock up on reeds, strings and method books this week, then ask them to connect you with a great local instructor.”

From the Pueblo newsletter, September 17, 2026

“Square Music Company is quietly doing something cool here: thoughtful music therapy, with instructors you can reach out to for one-on-one guidance when you’re ready. If your brain needs a reset or your chops need a nudge, these folks get it.”

From the Colorado Springs newsletter, August 13, 2026

“Whether you need a fresh set of strings or a full PA, ProSound Music packs a legit selection of guitars, keyboards, drums, and pro audio, plus rentals, repairs, and lessons from folks who actually gig. Their decades in the scene mean practical advice and solid used finds when inspiration strikes.”

From the Colorado Springs newsletter, September 2, 2026

“Chain of music stores buying, selling & trading instruments, sound equipment & accessories.”

“Guitar retailer stocking new and used instruments, plus amps, keyboards, accessories and rentals.”

“Lil' Crafters Cottage just opened and it’s all about new and slightly used craft supplies that stretch your budget and spark ideas, plus a vendor area taking shape… swing by to dig for hidden gems, restock the basics, and reignite a stalled project this week.”

From the Pueblo newsletter, August 26, 2026

“From quick instrument repairs and convenient rentals to lessons that finally make sense of that tricky F chord, Meeker Music Inc keeps Colorado Springs players sounding good. Swing by this week to get that horn humming or your kid’s school-band setup dialed without the headache.”

From the Colorado Springs newsletter, September 17, 2026

“Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).”

“Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).”