The best book, hobby & craft shops in Chicopee

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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Rumspringa Books

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Rumspringa Books is the indie nook partnering with Nosh to pair page-turners with food and drinks, stocking current bestsellers, beloved…

1341 Main St (Springfield)

“Rumspringa Books is the indie nook partnering with Nosh to pair page-turners with food and drinks, stocking current bestsellers, beloved classics, and the booksellers’ personal obsessions. The selection shifts weekly and they’ll happily order what you want, so pop by Springfield and let your TBR pile bloom.”

From the Springfield newsletter, September 17, 2026

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A New Chapter

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Over in West Springfield, A New Chapter is the kind of indie bookstore locals claim as their own, with shelves curated by founder Scott…

209 Elm St (West Springfield)

“Over in West Springfield, A New Chapter is the kind of indie bookstore locals claim as their own, with shelves curated by founder Scott Szaban, a cozy lounge, a kids’ nook, brisk special orders, and monthly clubs and author events that keep your TBR growing.”

From the Springfield newsletter, September 13, 2026

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Elms College Bookstore

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Elms College Bookstore has the good stuff for week-one sanity checks, from Champion tees and cozy hoodies to pennants, notebooks,…

291 Springfield St

“Elms College Bookstore has the good stuff for week-one sanity checks, from Champion tees and cozy hoodies to pennants, notebooks, mechanical pencils, and even Apple and Microsoft gear. Grab Elms-branded gifts for alumni, a new tumbler, or a diploma frame this week and thank yourself later.”

From the Chicopee newsletter, September 16, 2026

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Riverdale Shops Plaza, 1081 Riverdale St (West Springfield)

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

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

50 Holyoke St (Holyoke)

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

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