The best book, hobby & craft shops in Bridgewater

9 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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J C Comics Inc

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

J C Comics Inc is a family-run trove stacking fresh weekly issues, deep back-issue bins, graphic novels, action figures, Pokémon, CCG/TCG…

579 US-22 (North Plainfield)

“J C Comics Inc is a family-run trove stacking fresh weekly issues, deep back-issue bins, graphic novels, action figures, Pokémon, CCG/TCG and sports cards.”

From the Plainfield newsletter, September 19, 2026

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Àbákẹ́ Books & Cafe

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Àbákẹ́ Books & Cafe](http://abakebooks.com/) is a Black queer woman-owned, community-driven literary fourth space blending a curated book…

2 Webster Ave (Jersey City)

“com/) is a Black queer woman-owned, community-driven literary fourth space blending a curated book selection with coffee sourced from across Africa.”

From the Hoboken newsletter, August 29, 2026

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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, September 17, 2026

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The Yarn Attic

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Whether you’re plotting a cozy sweater or just stash-enhancing, The Yarn Attic has the good stuff: Malabrigo, Noro, Quince & Co.,…

406 US-206 (Hillsborough Township)

“, Jamieson’s of Shetland, plus ChiaoGoo and addi needles, kits and fun notions. Swing by this week, squish some skeins, leave inspired and maybe dangerously motivated.”

From the Bridgewater newsletter, August 18, 2026

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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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EconoCrafts

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Need a rainy-day backup or a group project win? EconoCrafts stocks DIY kits and supplies for kids and adults, from wooden and STEAM crafts…

29 Riverside Ave Bldg 2 suite 400 (Newark)

“Need a rainy-day backup or a group project win? EconoCrafts stocks DIY kits and supplies for kids and adults, from wooden and STEAM crafts to seasonal projects and even bulk sets for camp or after-school, and they’ve been making their own clever stuff since 1956.”

From the Newark newsletter, September 17, 2026

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Division Street Music Shop

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Division Street Music Shop has been Somerville's downtown spot since 2009, with lessons for all ages, instrument rentals and repairs, plus…

19 Division St (Somerville)

“Division Street Music Shop has been Somerville's downtown spot since 2009, with lessons for all ages, instrument rentals and repairs, plus strings, sticks, sheet music and even classic vinyl. It’s the kind of place you pop in for picks and leave chatting about gear... maybe after a quick jam.”

From the Bridgewater newsletter, August 31, 2026

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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

ReWax and UnWine Candle Making Bar mixes candle crafting with karaoke and BYOB, so you can pour a signature scent, then grab the mic. Their…

2 Division St (Jersey City)

“ReWax and UnWine Candle Making Bar mixes candle crafting with karaoke and BYOB, so you can pour a signature scent, then grab the mic.”

From the Irvington newsletter, September 4, 2026

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