The best book, hobby & craft shops in Midland

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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Bookmarks

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Bookmarks is a downtown, independently owned bookstore with a handpicked mix of new and used reads, plenty of children's picks, and a cozy…

126 Townsend St

“Bookmarks is a downtown, independently owned bookstore with a handpicked mix of new and used reads, plenty of children's picks, and a cozy reading nook you can reserve for a low key hangout. Check out their book clubs and poetry meetups, then snag your next favorite without leaving Midland.”

From the Midland newsletter, September 22, 2026

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Bookstore

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

From course materials and SVSU apparel to study tech, dorm essentials, and diploma frames, Saginaw Valley State University Official…

7400 Bay Rd (Saginaw)

“From course materials and SVSU apparel to study tech, dorm essentials, and diploma frames, Saginaw Valley State University Official Bookstore in Curtiss Hall is the reliable on-campus stop for students, staff, and alumni who’d rather keep errands local and school pride on point.”

From the Midland newsletter, September 2, 2026

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Barnes & Noble

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.

6800 Eastman Ave Spc F630

“Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.”

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Delta College Bookstore

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Delta College Bookstore has Fall 2026 textbooks ready, easy online buyback for last term’s stack, and shelves of Delta Gear so you can rep…

1961 Delta Rd (University Center)

“Delta College Bookstore has Fall 2026 textbooks ready, easy online buyback for last term’s stack, and shelves of Delta Gear so you can rep the new Duck. Grab supplies, laptops, even bus passes, then use your Delta account to snag Microsoft Office free and call it prep done.”

From the Midland newsletter, September 16, 2026

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A Cherry On Top Crafts

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Whether you're plotting a scrapbook marathon, cranking out birthday cards, or finally trying that mixed media idea, A Cherry On Top Crafts…

2216 Midland Rd (Saginaw) · ✓ checked Aug 11

“Whether you're plotting a scrapbook marathon, cranking out birthday cards, or finally trying that mixed media idea, A Cherry On Top Crafts packs paper, stamps, dies, paints, yarn, planners, and more. Pop in for inspo or order online, then stash-brag to your group chat.”

From the Tri Cities newsletter, August 19, 2026

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