Giving him some slack because everything looks awesome, and that I haven't been in there. But be…read morewarned that the hours posted on yelp and on whatever type of map you're using might be wrong.

What a great find, the whole store was well organized so it's quick to find what you want. Was…read moregreeted by Bob himself, and he was very knowledgable and helpful. If you don't know what you want, there is a lot of great stuff to just check out that'll catch your eye. Great place downtown!

The Staff at Bob's are very knowledgeable! Over 60 + year in the gun business their shop is…read moreamazing to see. Many Different brands of firearms, Ammo, Scopes, this is a true gun shop.

Enjoyed walking threw the gun shop. So many years and places Place is worth the stop. Prices on…read moreregular guns aren't out of line with current prices.

What a wonderful gallery! So many different kinds of art by many talented artists. I was especially…read moreimpressed with Shirley Jones' baskets. Having made baskets myself I know the work that goes into it and her baskets are not only beautiful, creative, and unique...but also priced well. It is absolutely beautiful to walk through the gallery, and the man on hand was so helpful and enjoyable to talk to. If you're in the area do eat at the Blue Moon Café either before or after and then cross the street to go to this gallery you will not be disappointed. I was also happy to get a Petoskey stone necklace as I may not get to find one myself. I bought a beautiful beach bowl. And there were so many beautiful pieces of wood. Eco died silk scarves and so much more... You have to see it to believe how beautiful this gallery is.

As an artist, oil painter, represented at the Thunder Bay Arts Gallery I can say with confidence…read morewe have over 20 talented amazing regional artists. Stop in and see the range of creativity. Here are some examples: oil painting, water color, pastel, jewelry, photography, ceramic arts, basket weaving, home decor made from birch bark and organic materials, mandala infinity art, textile art, woodworking art, sculpture, alcohol ink printing, petoskey stone art. It is really worth a stop when your travels bring you to Alpena! Located at 127 W. Chisholm Street, Alpena, MI 49707. Call for further information at (989)354-2586

Joel and Laurie are exceptional people. I'm so grateful that we have a guitar shop on the sunrise…read moreside who know what they are doing. Won't trust my guitars with anyone else.

I first moved back to Alpena one year ago and checked in with this shop. I was instantly welcome…read moreand invited to the Tuesday morning jam session. I've met some very great people through them. Lori and Joal are fantastic people and are more then fair to deal with. I cannot recommend them more for any of your music needs. If it's not there, Lori will find it for you, if it can be found.

As someone who's visiting for a work trip, I was pleasantly ecstatic that there was a game store…read morein a small town. A nice standalone store just north of Alpena's Downtown, you could possibly miss if you're driving too fast. I actually saw this driving on a weekday from work, but only had time to visit on the weekend. Around lunch time the place wasn't packed and just a couple customers inside and from their conversations sound like locals doing their weekly check in on new inventory. From the front they have a wall of funkos that greet you and an atrium that wraps around with old consoles from PS3/4's, Xbox's, Nintendo systems then their games. In the middle of all this is their grail/vault with all their high profile pokemon cards. Looking up a couple of them, they're about 5% off from their suggested price online which is really good. Def a place to pick rare cards from. Walking on the way up to the cash register they also have more games and consoles that are more recent. I believe at the time I'm writing this, Mario Galaxy 1 & 2 physically just released and it was in stock when I visited. Lastly they have the latest Pokemon TCG cards right on the counter when you're checking out which prompted me to buy one. Because why not. Really nice local shop and glad I found this little gem

This is probably the best place to get games in Alpena I usually always find what I'm looking for…read moreand mainly they have good cheap prices

What a great find in the Center Bldg. After eating sandwiches, we wandered to this great place of…read moreart. We were welcomed in and took our time looking @ the great artists. Nice variety of paintings, wood turnings, jewelry, pottery, etc. Nice price points too! I bought a necklace there as a gift. Another unexpected find in Alpena!

What a great place to go and check out all the art and crafts on display...it is like a fanciful…read morewonderland of jewelry, pottery, paintings, photographs in glass and other completely fascinating and affordable treasures...I am an artist myself and right away after moving into Alpena I was welcomed to participate in an OnLine Art Show...how wonderful to meet all the other artists in the area and become one of the five Honorable Mention artists. Whether you come to visit Alpena or move in to town, you will find the friendly and caring citizens of this town really do offer hospitality and greet you with a smile...come and see all that is going on in this remarkable Art in the Loft Gallery located in downtown Alpena and check out all of the other delightful places to browse and purchase keepsakes and take them home!!

What a great place. I stopped in today to pick up some goodies and the staff was so friendly. Erin…read moreM was very knowledgeable and super helpful. Its Monday and the special for munchie Monday is 15% off gummies. Of course I had to add some to my pre roll order. Every time I come to Alpena I'll definitely be visiting again. Thanks for the great free pre roll for my first visit too.

I left my wedding ring to have my prongs replaced around my diamonds. It was repaired well and…read moreexactly when they quoted me. Reasonably priced and friendly!! They now have my ruby ring too!

Aug. 23rd 2025 I walked into the Bolenz Jewelry Store in the afternoon with a Citizen's Eco Drive…read moreWatch with a missing pin on the Band. A young lady, pretty young lady asked me what I needed help with and I pointed to my watch, she took it from me and 10 minutes later, she returned with a fixed band and didn't charge me a cent. I want to thank that your lady for her help and I did, but never got her name. Bolenz Jewelry, you have the best staff.. Sincerely, Randy L. Cole