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Family Fall Fun in the Midwest
Oct 03, 2008; No CommentIf you’ve never had a reason to visit the shores of Lake Erie in the fall, now just might be the time. While the Lake is typically thought of as a summer spot, in Sandusky, OH, there are quite a few fall happenings as well. I, for one, am pinching... Read more »
The Midwest: Cheap and Fun!
Sep 26, 2008; 1 CommentJust because money is tight does not mean that you have to sit at home and stare at the walls. There are plenty of free activities to keep you and your family busy. Why not challenge yourself to find the most interesting free activity? Here are some... Read more »
Midwest Landmarks
Aug 22, 2008; 6 CommentsAmerica. Nothing says it more than a visit to a historical landmark. And what better way to ease the kids back into school than with a late-summer trip somewhere that is fun as well as educational! In the midwest, there are several great options from... Read more »
The Fourth on Public Square
Jun 27, 2008; 1 CommentJoin fellow Clevelanders on July 4th, 2008, to celebrate Independence Day on Public Square. Be a part of the Cleveland Orchestra’s 19th annual free Public Square concert, “A Star Spangled Spectacular.” This year’s main festivities... Read more »
Summer Blossoms in Cleveland
Jun 17, 2008; 2 CommentsIf it’s summer in Cleveland, it means it’s time for a visit to Blossom Music Center. With gas prices so high, I hope more people are taking advantage of local entertainment options, and Blossom is a definite local gem. The 2008 concert series... Read more »
Father’s Day at Beachland in Cleveland
Jun 02, 2008; 2 CommentsMother’s Day gets all of the attention. What about Father’s Day????? This Sunday, treat your dad to something special, whether it’s a ball game, a movie, or lunch at a favorite restaurant.For something a little different, try the Beachland Ballroom... Read more »
Summer Kick-Off in Cleveland
May 23, 2008; 1 CommentThe weather for Memorial Day weekend is going to be gorgeous in Cleveland, so those of you who have been holding off on making plans, the time has come to move forward! A great way to kick off the summer is by spending the weekend at The Great American... Read more »
Italian Food in Vermilion, OH
May 20, 2008; 2 CommentsThere is plenty of good grub in the Cleveland area, but sometimes by looking outside of the expected area you can find something new to try. For example, take Salvatore’s Ristorante in Vermilion, OH. It’s a very small, intimate space that probably... Read more »
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