The best book, hobby & craft shops in Dade City

“Part indie bookstore, part record shop, part caffeine pit stop, Mojo Books & Records has been fueling Tampa’s collectors since 2011 with secondhand books, vinyl, CDs, DVDs, and even turntables, plus an easy sell-and-trade setup that keeps the stacks fresh and the coffee breaks justified.”

From the Tampa Bay newsletter, September 16, 2026

“Whether you’re chasing an indie-exclusive pressing, a just-dropped CD, or an autographed gem, Park Ave CDs keeps shelves stocked with the good stuff plus T-shirts, vinyl accessories, and even a small bookstore vibe. Swing by this week, flip through the bins, and let something irresistible follow you home.”

From the Deltona newsletter, September 18, 2026

“Authentic Books turns browsing into an immersive hangout, with hands-on workshops and events that make reading feel social. Expect things like bookish candle making, lecture nights, and mini Bookish Happy Hour sessions, plus plenty of fresh reads to fuel your TBR without trekking far from Deltona.”

From the Kissimmee newsletter, September 4, 2026

“The New Romantics is Orlando’s romance-only bookstore with shelves organized by genre and by trope, so whether you’re into enemies to lovers, slow burn, or a little romantasy, you can zero in fast. They champion indie and big-name authors, host community-minded events, and even stock Libros En Español and UK editions.”

From the Orlando newsletter, August 27, 2026

“Need a setup, refret, or electronics fix? AMP'd Guitar Den is the spot for pro repairs plus a stash of guitars, amps, pedals, and punk reads, including a Tom Morello Stratocaster and LTD KH-602. Drop by this week and get your rig dialed.”

From the Orlando newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Whether you’re dusting off a trumpet, hunting a rental for the next school concert, or finally booking those guitar lessons you’ve been talking about since Gasparilla, Paragon Rentals and Music Lessons has you covered with band rentals, lessons, repairs, and an online shop that keeps the music rolling.”

From the Tampa Bay newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Whether you're chasing a 50s Gibson growl, a clean Martin ring, or a custom-color Fender with stories baked in, Redwoods Vintage Guitars keeps fresh, collector and player grade finds rotating weekly in Pasadena. They buy, sell, trade, and help match you to the one.”

From the St. Petersburg newsletter, August 6, 2026

“Corzic Music is the local spot for guitars, basses, keyboards, and drums, plus the electronics and accessories to match. Drop in this week and let their repair techs and Plek service deliver precise setups that make your guitar feel new again, so the next jam actually sounds the way you imagined.”

From the Altamonte Springs newsletter, August 28, 2026

“St. Petersburg’s oldest guitar shop, Mad Music, is packed with new, used, and vintage guitars, basses, amps, and pedals plus ukes, mandolins, and banjos. They’ll clean and restring, rent you the right rig, and even buy your old gear so your tone (and closet) breathe easier.”

From the St. Petersburg newsletter, August 28, 2026

“Band Room makes back-to-school band way easier with rent-to-own instruments, in-house repairs that turn around fast, and lesson options when the scales go sideways. They’ll even deliver to schools across Central Florida, and their Band Essentials Combo covers the book, care kit, and music stand you’ll actually use.”

From the Celebration newsletter, August 27, 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).”

“Family owned and serving Orlando’s art scene for over thirty years, Sam Flax Orlando has everything creative, from fine art supplies and papers to custom framing, fun, unique gifts, and classes. Pop in for a brush, leave plotting your next Wall Project.”

From the Alafaya newsletter, September 17, 2026

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

“If your week needs a soundtrack, Rock & Roll Heaven is the kind of used record store that rewards patient crate-digging with well-loved LPs, plenty of cassettes and CDs, and walls of music memorabilia. Go lose an hour, find a favorite you forgot.”

From the Kissimmee newsletter, August 21, 2026

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

“Family-owned shop offering guitars and other instruments, plus accessories.”

“Branch of a chain offering guitars, drums, DJ equipment, and other musical instruments, plus lessons.”

“Seven C Music & Coffee is run by veteran St. Pete luthiers with over 100 years of combined experience, offering world-class setups, repairs, and warranty service for Taylor, Martin, Fender Brands, Collings, Waterloo, Guild, Duesenberg and Eastman, plus a proper cup from 7C Coffee.”

From the St. Petersburg newsletter, August 10, 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).”

“E. Shires, Yamaha, B&S, Adams, and Courtois. They do proper instrument fittings and show up at big trombone and trumpet events, so you know they’re legit.”

From the Land O' Lakes newsletter, September 6, 2026

“Hunting for the right upright, baby grand, digital or a slick player piano this week?”

From the Tampa Bay newsletter, August 14, 2026

“Whether you're leveling up your sound or dusting off an old fiddle, Violin Shop Tampa has thoughtfully set up violins, violas, cellos, and basses using a meticulous 10-point checklist.”

From the Tampa Bay newsletter, August 22, 2026

“This week, if your guitar needs CPR, your kid needs a starter clarinet, or you just want to trade up that well-loved uke, Moe'st Everything Muse has new, used, and vintage gear, repairs, lessons, rentals, and even books, plus buy, sell, trade, all from folks who actually play.”

From the Pinellas Park newsletter, August 29, 2026

“Chain music store featuring guitars, keyboards, DJ equipment, and other instruments, plus repairs.”

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

“Masterpiece by Numbers is the St. Pete go-to when you want something relaxing to do and a wall-worthy result, offering detailed paint-by-number kits across animals, landscapes, and holiday scenes, plus custom kits from your own photos. Not in the mood to paint?”

From the St. Petersburg newsletter, September 17, 2026

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

“If your clarinet's keywork is clicky or flute pads iffy, JH Woodwinds keeps Tampa Bay’s woodwinds singing with pro-level repairs. Authorized Buffet and Muramatsu repair, Straubinger-certified pads, trusted by players from The Florida Orchestra to National Broadway Tours, and they handle student horns too.”

From the Wesley Chapel newsletter, August 12, 2026

“Planet Music Center has the fun stuff that makes noise in all the right ways, from DJ controllers and turntables to microphones, mixers, speakers, and full PA systems plus guitars, basses, and keyboards.”

From the Orlando newsletter, August 14, 2026

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