The best book, hobby & craft shops in Columbia County

5 book, hobby & craft shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Florida Gateway College Bookstore

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Florida Gateway College Bookstore is where you snag textbooks, notebooks, and testing supplies, then wander into school-branded gear,…

321 SE Trustee Terrace (Lake City)

“Florida Gateway College Bookstore is where you snag textbooks, notebooks, and testing supplies, then wander into school-branded gear, gifts, and surprisingly solid tech, including Apple devices and calculators.”

From the Columbia County newsletter, September 2, 2026

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1st Street Music & Sound Co.

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

1st Street Music & Sound Co. is the local go-to for instrument sales, certified repairs, rentals, and lessons, plus AV installs, lighting…

950 SW Main Blvd (Lake City)

“1st Street Music & Sound Co. is the local go-to for instrument sales, certified repairs, rentals, and lessons, plus AV installs, lighting rigs and even LED video walls. If your week involves a stage, a sanctuary, or a school band, they’ll make it sound right.”

From the Columbia County newsletter, September 10, 2026

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Fred’s Leather Shop

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

This week, let Fred’s Leather Shop rescue scuffed boots with repairs that match your leather like it never happened, fit you with durable…

309 N Marion Ave (Lake City)

“This week, let Fred’s Leather Shop rescue scuffed boots with repairs that match your leather like it never happened, fit you with durable belts, and hook you up with Tandy Leather DIY kits for saddles, holsters, wallets, and more, plus customizable motorcycle apparel.”

From the Columbia County newsletter, September 22, 2026

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Scrappy Girl Quilts & Fabric LLC

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Scrappy Girl Quilts & Fabric LLC is Lake City’s creative clubhouse for quilters, with designer yardage from Moda, QT Fabrics, Northcott,…

1686 SE Baya Dr Ste 103-104 (Lake City)

“Scrappy Girl Quilts & Fabric LLC is Lake City’s creative clubhouse for quilters, with designer yardage from Moda, QT Fabrics, Northcott, and more, plus pre-cut kits, patterns, and all the clever notions. Come for the classes, stay for the fabric-fueled camaraderie that turns projects into keepsakes.”

From the Columbia County newsletter, September 15, 2026

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

275 NW Hutton Drive (Lake City)

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

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