The best book, hobby & craft shops in Council Bluffs

“If your week needs a soundtrack upgrade, Kanesville Kollectibles is a 10,000 sq. ft. treasure hunt with over 1,000,000 record titles plus comics, books, and DVDs.”

From the Council Bluffs newsletter, September 15, 2026

“Iowa Western College Store makes prep painless with a Generate Your Book List tool that pulls exactly what your courses need, plus fresh Reiver gear, school supplies, Hydro Flasks, and nursing essentials. New arrivals are rolling in for Fall, so swing by this week and upgrade your campus look.”

From the Council Bluffs newsletter, August 27, 2026

“Pop Fiction Bookstore is the perfect excuse to ditch your phone and hunt for your next page-turner this week. Browse in person, soak up the bookish vibes, then grab a Pop Fiction Gift Card for that friend who keeps borrowing your favorites and “forgetting” to return them.”

From the Bellevue newsletter, August 18, 2026

“The Next Chapter is a woman-owned indie spot for new reads, clever gifts, and greeting cards, and they even serve wine, beer, and mixed drinks in a can while you browse. Keep an eye on their book clubs and events, or lean on curbside, delivery, and mail when life gets busy.”

From the Council Bluffs newsletter, September 9, 2026

“Just across the river, The Wandering Page is a cozy bookstore café built for slowing down with a good read and a better latte. Shelves to browse, book clubs and events to plug into, plus the kind of community vibe that turns a quick stop into an afternoon.”

From the Council Bluffs newsletter, September 3, 2026

“Hargiss Stringed Instruments has been Omaha’s go-to since 1983 for stringed instrument repairs big and small, vintage restorations, and custom builds with inlay and finishes. They also run classes and bench rentals so you can build your own guitar, plus a stash of vintage instruments and amps worth drooling over.”

From the Omaha newsletter, August 8, 2026

“Ground Floor Guitar has been Omaha’s cozy, no-pressure spot since 2016 to snag your next guitar, move on from the old one, or book a repair. Swing by this week for guitars, amps, and pedals that might finally match the sound in your head.”

From the Omaha newsletter, August 6, 2026

“From new and used vinyl and CDs to DVDs, cassettes, posters and more, Homer's is the go-to spot for fresh releases, indie exclusives, and honest-to-goodness browsing. They’ll even buy your old stuff, so you can leave with lighter shelves and heavier grooves.”