The holiday season in Shores & Islands Ohio is a festive time, perfect for discovering unique gifts and experiencing local markets. Whether you're strolling through holiday bazaars, exploring charming downtown shops, or attending seasonal events, there’s no shortage of opportunities to find…
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November and December Holiday Event Highlights Spread the holiday joy far and wide! Make merry with magical beverages at a pop-up holiday bar, get unique gifts and décor at a craft show or Christmas market, view thousands of twinkling and sparkling lights, revel in the sounds of seasonal music, or…
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Hello Crew, this is your Captain Abigail speaking and today’s mission is to learn about the non-profit, Federation World Headquarters. The Federation World Headquarters is currently located inside the Sandusky Mall in Sandusky, OH with previous locations being Lorain, Westerville and Huron, OH. I…
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Nothing says “fall” in the Midwest like a trip to an apple orchard or a farm market! A quaint, family-friendly activity, picking a bushel of apples not only gets you the absolute freshest produce for your kitchen, but it’s also great exercise and a wonderful way to make memories. Apples are fall’s…
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Part of Shores & Islands Ohio Like a Local series – Meet Lee Jones, Farmer S&IO: Tell us about your business? Who is involved in the operations? Lee: Farmer Jones Farm Market at The Chef's Garden, is a culmination of family passion and dedication led by myself, Farmer Lee Jones, and my brother…
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Instead of stressing over the perfect gift, picking out the perfect décor, or planning the perfect menu for the perfect holiday gathering this season, consider the gift of time spent together. People of all ages can enjoy gathering with friends and family to share in the gift of experiences. Whether…
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This holiday season, don’t stress out over your home decorations, being the best host, or even finding that perfect gift. Instead, relax and expERIEnce the season by spending time and not money. Find a community festival to attend where there are generally kids’ activities, entertainment, and local…
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Part of the Shores & Islands Ohio Like a Local series - Meet Nikolai Blumensaadt, owner S&IO: Tell us about your business. Nikolai: My family and I have proudly owned and operated our business since 2014. My wife, Kenzie, and I moved back to the islands area to open the original Ørchard Bar & Table…
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Meet Brooke Gammie, matriarch of #GamFam6 and one of the proprietors of Quarry Hill Orchards and Quarry Hill Winery in beautiful Berlin Heights, Ohio. S&IO: Tell us about your family history in relation to Berlin Heights and the fruit-farming industry. As a multi-generational business, what…
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Published May 2022 As we head full-steam into peak travel and tourism season for Shores & Islands Ohio, which is generally May-September, we’re thrilled to share all that’s new and exciting within the region this year. While our current “what’s new” list numbers over 40 new businesses, attraction…
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