The best book, hobby & craft shops in Bridgewater

7 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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Hobbies, Books, & Crafts · 7 places · showing the latest additions first

J C Comics Inc

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Vibrant shop, featuring new and back-issue comics along with graphic novels and toys.

579 US-22 (North Plainfield)

“Vibrant shop, featuring new and back-issue comics along with graphic novels and toys.”

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Raritan Music Store

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Raritan Music Store has you covered with rentals, repairs, accessories, sheet music, and instrument sales when the practice bug hits.…

60 W Somerset St (Raritan)

“Raritan Music Store has you covered with rentals, repairs, accessories, sheet music, and instrument sales when the practice bug hits. Whether a school band emergency pops up or you’re chasing that new-guitar grin, swing by this week and keep your music life humming without the drama.”

From the Bridgewater newsletter, August 7, 2026

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The Yarn Attic

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Local shop for yarn, patterns and needlework kits, plus classes.

406 US-206 (Hillsborough Township)

“Local shop for yarn, patterns and needlework kits, plus classes.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

135 Promenade Blvd Bridgewater Promenade

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

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

1515 US Hwy 22 Suite #34 Watchung Square (Watchung)

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

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Guitar Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Guitar and keyboard store, plus repair shop and school, featuring friendly employees.

401 NJ-28 (Raritan)

“Guitar and keyboard store, plus repair shop and school, featuring friendly employees.”

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ReWax and UnWine Candle Making Bar

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Candle making experience meets wine, cocktails and karaoke at this fun, fragrant studio that hosts events.

2 Division St (Jersey City)

“Candle making experience meets wine, cocktails and karaoke at this fun, fragrant studio that hosts events.”

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