It is not at all easy to stereotype Folk Music Center & Museum into a particular category. This shop is a treasure trove of musical instruments and offers a mix of vintage and modern musical instruments. Its collection features guitars, violins, Banjos, chimes and other stuff from all over the globe. Here, even repair and restoration services are available. This space dedicated to music also offers instrument specific classes and workshops that help you in perfecting your skills. That's not it, the Folk Music Center & Museum also has a museum that showcases rare musical instruments, exhibits, and music related items. It also plays host to concerts, open MIC nights, music festivals and similar events throughout the year.

This shop, formerly known as Comic Quest, is a small comic and collectible store that packs a large punch in terms of selection and quality. The space is laid out neatly with many different publishers on the shelves and within the racks. In addition to popular manga and comics, ASCQ also sells lots of cool art, design books, hard to find toys and clothing. The staff is always friendly and helpful with a recommendation, whether you are here to buy something for yourself or to give as a gift.

At 4 Color Fantasies, you will find shelves stacked with comics, collectibles and unique toys. Opened in 2006, this Rancho Cucamonga shop has all you're looking for in regards to manga, indie comics, rare toys and other kitschy counter-culture objects. Art books, lithographs, posters, flyers and other movie memorabilia round out the other merchandise that is on sale. Additionally, the shop also hosts events and screenings throughout the year.

The Glass House is a busy record store in the heart of Pomona. Established in the year 2006, the music store deals with all kinds of vinyl records; used and brand new. Music lovers can also find some trendy accessories like posters, t-shirts, cassette cases and sleeves. An Arts Colony landmark, it boasts of an extensive collection of about 10,000 vinyl records across genres like indie, pop, classic rock and funk/soul, with new ones hitting its shelves every seven days.

Riverside's Cellar Door Books has served as a city institution since the year 2012. Located at the bustling Canyon Crest Towne Centre, this family-operated bookstore features an elaborate collection of titles across various genres and categories. Book lovers will be delighted to find popular as well as old titles in mystery, fiction, science and self-help. The book shop also has its own chess club and provides chess tutorials to those interested. Writing workshops by acclaimed regional writers are also organized at Cellar Door.