Published April 2022 Are you ready to say goodbye to those oppressive winter socks and don your summertime flip-flops? Dubbed “the official shoe of the Kelleys Island summer,” the flip-flop lets your toes wiggle and welcomes the warm sun to shine on your feet. They are the perfect shoe for Kelleys’…
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Published March 2022 As part of our ongoing Like a Local series, where we interview Shores & Islands Ohio business owners and local personalities, S&IO recently checked in with Kelleys Island mainstay, the Kelley's Island Wine Company. Meet Abbey Rosado, General Manager. S&IO: Tell us about your…
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Published July 2021 Not only is Kelleys Island the largest of its kind in Lake Erie Shores & Islands, but it’s also one of the most hoppin’ and happenin’ spots in the area! These upcoming weeks feature a plethora of fun events, from fundraisers to film festivals to fireworks, that will delight…
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Updated January 2022 Editor’s Note: This guest post was written by Jordan Killam, former Director of Kelleys Island Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau, and originally published in January 2019. It gives an insider look into what the island is like in winter. For information on what businesses…
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I’m Jordan. I manage the Kelleys Island Chamber of Commerce, which is a fantastically interesting job. I meet and greet thousands of visitors each summer, answer their questions, make recommendations about where to go, what to see, where to stay, etc. Not to mention, I act as an advocate for our…
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Published August 2018 Philip Dauch was born in Wurtemburg, Germany in 1820. He was the only member of his family to travel the eight-week-long journey to America. In 1852, Dauch arrived in Sandusky, Ohio and, along with business partner, Andrew Fischer, opened City Brewery. The business partners…
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Published May 2018 Lake Erie Shores & Islands recently chatted with Jackie Finger, owner of several businesses on Kelleys Island including the Village Pump, to learn more about the restaurant and to see what she loves most about the region. LES&I: What is your connection to the Lake Erie Shores &…
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When you're visiting Ohio's Lake Erie Shores & Islands, one of the best things about your getaway is the opportunity to dine out – to let someone else do the prep-work, cooking, and clean-up involved in feeding your family. But how do you know where to go? The adults want to enjoy local fare and…
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When visiting Ohio's Lake Erie Shores & Islands, you'll likely want to get out on the lake in some fashion. Water recreation is an essential source of activity in the summer and the options are endless here. Please note that the following are listed in alphabetical order: 1. Clemons Boats 8009…
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Lake Erie Shores & Islands is a diverse mix of coastal communities, island energy, and rural landscapes. From the liveliness of downtown Sandusky's renaissance and Put-in-Bay's entertainment district, to the laid-back vibe of Kelleys Island and the bucolic charm of historic Milan, the pulse of…
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