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Amusement/Theme Parks & Zoos
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History & Innovations
/ Museums / Nature & Recreation
Night Clubs /
Performing Arts /
Shopping /
Sports /
Golf Courses / Sporting
Activities / Wineries |
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Amusement/Theme Parks & Zoos |
Double Play
5100 Darrow Rd., Hudson
(330) 650-6222
Spacious batting cages and
miniature golf.
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Wildwater Kingdom
1100 Squire Rd.., Aurora
(330) 562-8303
Open May - September
Geauga Lake's Wildwater Kingdom is
a 20 acre waterpark that offer something for the entire family. Palm
trees, cool breezes, flowing water & a 10-story water slide complex! Wildwater Kingdom offers you the feeling of a tropical paradise and the
excitement of white water rafting all in one place!.
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Fun & Stuff
661 E. Highland Rd., Macedonia
(330) 467-0820
A
Year
Round Amusement Park! Come and enjoy premier indoor and outdoor fun.
Roller-skating, laser tag, miniature golf, Grand-Prix go-kart racing,
batting cages, a video arcade, bumper boats, a NEW Kids World, Inflatables, a Rock
Climbing Wall and much more still to come! |
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Water Works Family Aquatic Center
2025 Munroe Falls Ave., Cuyahoga Falls
(330) 971-8433
Open Memorial Day - Labor Day
500,000 gallons of water
rushing over waterslides and shooting from spray geysers transform
this community pool into a great place to beat the heat. There is also
a sand play area and concession stand. Season passes available. |
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Akron
Zoological Park
500 Edgewood Ave., Akron
(330) 375-2550
Enjoy
an intimate encounter with endangered species of birds, mammals and
reptiles. Visit Tiger Valley, Penguin Point, Zoo Gardens and much more! |
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Noah's Lost Ark
8424 Bedell Rd., Berlin Center
(330) 584-7835
Open May - October
Not an ordinary zoo, where the forgotten are remembered. Noah's Lost
Ark is an animal sanctuary is a place that provides a permanent, safe home
to unwanted and abused exotic animals. They have lions, tigers, wolves,
monkeys, horses, cougars, camels, zebras, bears and much more.
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Cleveland Metroparks
Zoo and RainForest
3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland
(216) 661-6500
Come and experience the wild, the
tame and the exotic! See over 3,000 animals occupying 165 rolling acres.
The RainForest features a 25' waterfall, a tropical rainstorm and over
600 animals and 10,000 plants.
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Halls
of Fame |
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National Inventors Hall of Fame
221 S. Broadway, Akron
(800) 968-IDEA
The museum highlights
over 150 inventors from 1776 to the present time. The exhibits allow you
to discover the inventor in yourself through hands-on, fun and
educational interactive programs and activities. Every September,
inventors are inducted into the hall of fame. |
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Rock and Roll Hall of
Fame
1100 Rock and Roll Boulevard, Cleveland
(888) 764-ROCK
World’s only museum dedicated to
the living heritage of rock & roll music. The museum exists on seven
levels, has over 50 exhibits, multimedia interactive technology and an
incredible collection of rock & roll artifacts. |
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Pro Football
Hall of Fame
2121 George Halas Dr., NW, Canton
(330) 456-8207
America's premier sports showplace! The Pro Football Hall of Fame is a
dynamic museum that is home to the Hall of Fame ceremony and the
infamous Hall of Fame game. This five interconnected building includes a
movie theater, a GameDay Stadium, which allows visitors to experience
football as never before and interactive exhibits where football greats
from the past and present are honored. |
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History & Innovations |
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John Johnson
Farm House & Church of Latter Day Saints
6203 Pioneer Trail, Hiram
(330) 569-3374
In
this 19th century farm home of John Johnson, learn about the dramatic
historical events in the early days of The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints. |
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Hower House
60 Fir Hill, Akron
(330) 972-6909
An
1871 Victorian mansion designed in the Second Empire Italianate style.
The house is filled with hundred of furnishings collected by 3
generations of the Hower family, who occupied the Mansion for 102 years.
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Dr. Bob's Home
855 Ardmore Ave., Akron
(330) 864-1935
Home
of Dr. Robert Smith who was the founder of Alcoholics Anonymous. |
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Perkins Stone Mansion
550 Copley Rd., Akron
(330) 535-1120
This
1830s Greek Revival-style mansion was the home of the Perkins family for
over 100 years. |
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Stan Hywet Hall
& Gardens
714 N. Portage Path, Akron
(330) 836-5533
This 65-room Tudor Revival mansion
is filled with treasures from around the globe and sits on more than 70
acres of artfully landscaped gardens and grounds. |
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Harry London Candies, Inc.
5353 Lauby Rd., N. Canton
(800) 321-0444
In a guided tour you will have the
opportunity to experience the melt-in-your-mouth gourmet chocolates,
stroll through the Chocolate Hall of Fame, be fascinated by the making,
molding and wrapping of the chocolates and shop at the unique chocolate
store. |
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NASA Glenn Visitor
Center
21000 Brookpark Rd., Cleveland
(216) 433-2000
See
the Apollo Command module, space suits, a moon rock, John Glenn Gallery
and launch control center. Explore the solar system and see space
shuttle launch broadcasts. |
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Museums |
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Kent
State University Museum
Rockwell Hall, Kent (Corner of E. Main & S. Lincoln St.)
(330) 672-3450
Stroll
through 9 galleries, exhibiting the works of many of the world's
greatest artists and designers of international fashion, decorative arts
and more. |
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Portage
County Historical Society Museum
6549 N. Chestnut St., Ravenna
(330) 296-3523
This 12-acre site offers tours of
numerous buildings and displays a collection of historical items that
are pertinent to Portage County’s history. |
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Akron
Police Museum
217 South High St., Mezzanine Level, Akron
(330) 375-2390
Housed at the Harold K.
Stubbs Justice Center, the Akron Police Museum features historical
photos, uniforms and weapons. Other items on display include the keys
to the original 1890 jail and a 1965 Harley-Davidson police
motorcycle. |
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Rainbow Children's Museum
&
TRW Early Learning Center
10730 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
(216) 791-7114
Geared for children from newborn to 8 years, these hands-on, interactive
displays are designed to
entertain, inspire and educate. |
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Cleveland Museum of
Art
11150 East Blvd., Cleveland
(216) 421-7340
One
of the finest collections of art in the world. View some of the finest
examples of ancient Egyptian, medieval, Asian, European and American
masterpieces. |
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Cleveland Museum of
Natural History
1 Wade Oval Dr., Cleveland
(800) 317-9155
From
dinosaurs to diamonds, Ohio's largest natural science museum, is an
extraordinary experience for all ages. Visit Wade Gallery of Gems &
Jewels, see the 3-million-year-old woman, artifacts from seven
continents, live animal shows and an outdoor botanical and wildlife
area. |
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Crawford
Auto-Aviation Museum
10825 East Blvd., Cleveland
(216) 721-5722
An extensive collection of 200 antique, vintage and classic autos and
aircraft. The Crawford collection is one of the top ten in the nation
according to Car Collector magazine. |
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MAPS
Air Museum
(Military Aviation Preservation Society)
2260 International Parkway., North Canton
(330) 896-6332
“Where history takes flight!” this museum is dedicated to educating
people about the history of aviation and its impact on society. It
houses a permanent collection of vintage military and significant
civilian aircraft. |
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Great Lakes
Science Center
601 Erieside Ave., Cleveland
(216) 694-2000
Discover more than 350 hands-on
exhibits and then kick back and experience the area's only OMNIMAX
Theater, a 6-story high domed theater. |
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McKinley Museum
800 McKinley Monument Dr., NW, Canton
(330) 455-7043
This
is home to McKinley National Memorial, Discover World, Hoover-Price
Planetarium and Ramsayer Research Library. |
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Canton Classic Car Museum
555 Market Avenue S., Canton
(330) 455-3603
Ohio’s greatest nostalgia museum
of the roaring 20’s through the 70’s. Includes 6 Packard automobiles, 2
Rolls Royces and a 1914 Benham. |
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Nature & Recreation |
Tinker's Creek State Park
10303 Aurora-Hudson Rd., Streetsboro
(440) 564-2279
This
786-acre park offers its visitors fishing, picnicking and three 2.5-mile
hiking trails. |
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Daybreak Lavender
Farm
2129 Frost Rd., Streetsboro
(330) 626-3235
Daybreak Lavender Farm
Store is located at 8376 State Route 14 & Diagonal Rd. You can purchase
the finest all natural, organic, & herbal soaps and handmade...pure spa
treatments and garden fresh toiletries. Only open to the public during
Lavender harvesting. Visit our Lavender Boutique - see the shopping
section for more information.
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Beckwith Orchards Cider Mill,
Bakery & Gift
Shop
1617 Lake Rockwell Rd., Kent
(330) 673-6433
Family
owned and operated, Beckwith Orchards offers a variety of apples, cider, delicious
homemade bakery and gift baskets. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon attending the special
events or entertainment held on select weekends.
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Village of Peninsula
1663 Main Street, Peninsula
(330) 849-0677
A quaint historic village in
the center of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, hosts a variety of
unique shops, galleries, restaurants, bicycle rentals and the Cuyahoga
Valley Scenic Railroad depot.
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Brandywine Falls
Brandywine Road, Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Brandywine Falls
is a breath taking site and one of the most popular attractions in the
Cuyahoga Valley National Park. The falls crash 65 feet over a tiered
rock ledge to the base of a deep canyon littered with massive boulders.
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West Branch State Park
5708 Esworthy Rd., Ravenna
(330) 296-3239
8,000
acres of woodlands that include camping, picnicking, swimming, fishing,
hunting, boating and 12 hiking trails. |
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Portage Park District
(330) 297-7728
Dix
Park, 7318 State Route 44, Ravenna Township
Towner's Woods, 2296 Ravenna Road, Franklin Township
Headwaters Trail, Parking at Mantua Village Park
Portage Hike & Bike, Parking at Towner's Woods |
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Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Happy Days
Visitor Center
500 West Streetsboro Rd., Peninsula
Follow
the Cuyahoga River for 22 miles between Akron and Cleveland. The park
offers numerous hiking and biking trails, scenic overlooks, picnic
areas, bird watching, music, arts and plays. Winter sports include
sledding and cross-country skiing. |
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Cuyahoga
Valley Scenic Railroad
1630 Mill Street West, Peninsula
(800) 468-4070
Enjoy
an excursion through the heart of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Each trip is a different adventure filled with fun, excitement, natural
beauty and historic sights. Sit back, relax and enjoy an exciting round
trip destination or special event excursion. |
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Monroe's Orchard & Farm Market,
LLC
6313 Pioneer Trail, Hiram
(330) 569-7464
Pick-Your-Own pumpkins, apples and strawberries. Enjoy a variety of
activities taking place on select weekends.
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Camp-Hi Canoe Livery
12274 Abbot Rd., Hiram
(330) 569-7621
Relax and canoe the upper stretches of the Cuyahoga
River. |
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Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park
State Route 282 just S. of SR 422, Nelson Twp.
(440) 564-2279
Nelson-Kennedy Ledges has 167 acres of dramatic cliffs. Enjoy 3 miles of
general trails and unusual rock formations. Picnic area provided. |
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Hale Farm
& Village
2686 Oakhill Rd., Bath
(877) HALE-FARM
Travel back to 1848 and explore live in Ohio's Western Reserve
Region. Share in the daily lives of historical figures and watch the
skilled artisan's demonstrations.
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Lake Metroparks Farmpark
8800 Euclid Chardon Rd. (Rt. 6), Kirtland
(800) 366-FARM
HANDS-ON FAMILY FUN!! Milk a cow, take a wagon ride and meet over 50
breeds of farm animals. Explore solar and wind power, The Great Tomato
Works, hydroponics exhibits and stroll through themed gardens. Gift shop
and onsite café.
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Penitentiary Glen Reservation, A
Lake Metroparks Facility
8668 Kirtland-Chardon Rd., Kirtland
(440) 256-1404
The
Nature Center offers hands-on exhibits, art shows and the Nature
Connection Gift Shop. Stop in the new Kevin P. Clinton Wildlife Center
for a glimpse of Ohio Wildlife yard to meet some of our permanent
residents. Enjoy the Butterfly Gardens and over 4 miles of beautiful
hiking trails.
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Cleveland Botanical
Gardens
11030 East Blvd., Cleveland
(216) 721-1600
Experience 10 spectacular acres of permanent, award-winning display and
theme gardens. While visiting the gardens stop by the Eleanor Armstrong
Smith Glasshouse, a magnificent conservatory housing 2 of the world’s
most fragile ecosystems, Spiny Desert of Madagascar and Cloud Forest of
Costa Rica. |
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Portage Lakes State Park
5031 Manchester Rd., Akron
(330) 644-2220
This
state park provides camping, boating, fishing, hunting, swimming,
picnicking and five hiking trails. |
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F.A. Seiberling Naturealm
1828 Smith Rd., Akron
(330) 865-8065
A
100-acre nature center featuring more than 300 varieties of trees and
shrubs. It has four hiking trails, three ponds and an underground
visitor’s center. |
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Goodtime III
825 E. 9th Street Pier, Cleveland
(888) 916-7447
Cleveland's largest excursion ship offering daily tours and evening
entertainment. Buffet lunch and dinner available.
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Nautica Queen
1153 Main Ave., Cleveland
(800) 837-0604
Cleveland's luxury cruise/dining ship featuring daily panoramic lunch
and sunset dinner cruises on Lake Erie and the Cuyahoga River.
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Holden Arboretum
9500 Sperry Rd., Kirtland
(440) 946-4400
Holden Arboretum is the nation’s largest arboretum with 3,100 acres of
horticultural collections, display gardens and nature trails. |
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Nightclubs |
The Arena
1543 State Route 303 (Streetsboro Plaza), Streetsboro
(330) 626-2300 |
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Dusty Armadillo
3147 State Route 44, Rootstown
(330) 325-0647 |
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Performing Arts |
Funny Stop Comedy Club
1757 State Rd., Cuyahoga Falls
(330) 923-4700
Northeast Ohio’s Premier Comedy Showplace offers guests a fun-filled
evening of side splitting laughter. Special dinner and show packages are
available on select evenings. Formerly Hilarities Comedy Club!! |
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Porthouse Theater
1145 E. Steels Corners Rd., Cuyahoga Falls
(800) 304-2363
This
500 seat outdoor, covered pavilion set in the beautiful Blossom Music
Center, offers audiences the finest in professional summer theatre. Each
summer the Porthouse Theatre is a component of the Kent/Blossom Arts
Festival programs.
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Blossom Music
Center
1145 W. Steels Corner Rd., Cuyahoga Falls
(330) 920-8040
Whether you're a fan of classical, country or rock and roll, Blossom has
the perfect evening under the stars for everyone. Located on 800 acres
of rolling hills this outdoor theater is the summer home of the world
renowned Cleveland Orchestra.
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E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Center
198 Hill St., Akron
(330) 972-7570
From
September to June, the program series of E.J. Thomas Hall includes
Broadway musicals, symphony orchestras, entertainers, ballet, opera,
jazz, dance and comedy.
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Lock 3 Live!
Main Street, Akron
(330) 535-3178
The
place to be for festivals, food, fun and more! From June thru September,
Lock 3 Live! showcases unusual and diverse productions from a 50's
festival to a jazz festival.
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Akron Civic Theater
182 S. Main St., Akron
(330) 253-2488
Built
in 1929, the newly renovated Civic's interior structure was fashioned
after a Moorish castle. Provides quality entertainment and live
performances for every age group. |
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Playhouse
Square Center
1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
(216) 241-6000
The
nation's largest performing arts center outside of New York City.
Comprised of the five theatres and specializes in presenting the finest
in national Broadway productions.
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The
Cleveland Play
House
8500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
(216) 795-7000
One
of America's leading theatre companies and the longest running
professional theatre in the nation. The intimate theatres create a
magical connection between the performers and audiences.
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Cleveland
Public Theatre
6415 Detroit Ave., Cleveland
(216) 631-2727
Cleveland Public Theatre is an alternative performing company that is
known as one of the nations leading experimental & political performance
venues. |
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Shopping |
Plazas & Stores Throughout
Streetsboro
Streetsboro Crossing, located on
State Route 43 South & State Route 303 West
Market Square Plaza located on Market Square Drive
Heritage Landing located on State Route 14
Streetsboro Plaza located on State Route 303 East
Liberty Commons located on State Route 43 & Market Square Drive
Streetsboro Commons located on State Route 14 |
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Cycle Leather Outlet
9156 State Route 14, Streetsboro
(800) 827-5562
One of the leaders in men’s and
women’s motorcycle apparel.
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Streetsboro Indoor Flea Market
State Route 303 in Streetsboro Plaza, Streetsboro
(330) 422-1380
This Florida-style, upscale
flea market offers an acre of shopping for the whole family. Great
bargains, 250 vendors, a clean facility & unique products including
antiques, furniture, sports memorabilia & much more. Open Saturday &
Sunday.
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Kmart Store
9059
State Route 14, Streetsboro
(330) 626-5471
Offering shoppers a broad selection of top quality products at exceptional
values. |
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All
Seasons RV
9043 State Route 14, Streetsboro
(800) 948-2100
Discover the all new experience in RVing with everything under one roof!
Enjoy the extended selection in the indoor, spacious and comfortable
showroom and visit the ultra modern state of the art service center and
kid reststop.
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Our Lady's Gifts
9304
State Route 43, Streetsboro
(330) 626-1980
A large
assortment of bibles, crosses, cards, medals, rosaries and more.
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Sandy's Notions
8376 State Route 14, Streetsboro
(330) 626-5616
Features flowers, gift baskets, balloons and gifts.
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DayBreak Lavender Boutique
9292 Market Square Drive (Market Square Plaza), Streetsboro
(330) 212-3135
Offering the finest in all natural, organic, & herbal soaps,
handmade...pure spa treatments...garden fresh toiletries & more. Open
Wednesday - Saturday. |
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Aurora
Farms Premium Outlets
549 S. Chillicothe Rd., Aurora
(330) 562-2000
Save
25-65% everyday at Aurora Farms Premium Outlets. 70 outlet stores – designer
sportswear apparel, shoes, accessories, intimate apparel and china. Stores
include Gap,
Off 5th Saks
Fifth Avenue,
Polo,
Carter’s,
Liz Claiborne
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Antique
Shops - Antique enthusiasts
will find plenty of collectibles in Aurora and Ravenna's antique district.
AAA I-76 Antique Mall
4282 Lynn Road, Ravenna
(888) 476-8976
Added Touch Antiques
315 North Chestnut, Ravenna
(330) 297-0701
Copper Kettle
125 East Main Street, Ravenna
(330) 296-8708
Farnsworth Antique Associates
Ravenna
(330) 297-8600
Hickory Way Antiques
117 East Main Street, Ravenna
(330) 296-5595
Ohio Traders Market & Antique
645 South Chestnut, Ravenna
(330) 296-7050
Timeless Treasures Antique
129 East Main Street, Ravenna
(330) 296-7800 |
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The Mouse Nest
10033 State Route 44, Mantua
(330) 274-8196
A vast assortment
of collectibles and candles. |
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Don Drumm Studios & Gallery
437 Crouse Street, Akron
(330) 253-6268
Don
Drumm Studios & Gallery is a multi-building showplace where works by over
500 professional artists are displayed. This gallery is continuously
honored as one of the countries finest. |
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Sports |
Baseball
Akron Aeros
AA Baseball for Cleveland Indians
300 S. Main Street, Akron
(800) 97-AEROS
Cleveland
Indians
Major League Baseball Team
2401 Ontario Street, Cleveland (Progressive Field)
(866) 48-TRIBE |
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Basketball
Cleveland Cavaliers
National Basketball Association
One Center Court, Cleveland (Quicken Loans Arena)
(800) 820-CAVS |
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Football
Cleveland Browns
National Football League
100 Alfred Lerner Way, Cleveland (Cleveland Browns Stadium)
(888) 891-1999 |
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Hockey
Lake Erie Monsters
American Hockey League
1 Center Ice, Cleveland (Quicken Loans Arena)
(866) 99-PUCKS |
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Soccer
Cleveland City Stars
United Soccer League
Cleveland State University, 2121 Euclid Ave., Cleveland (Krenzler Field)
(330) 435-2003 |
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Golf Courses |
Boulder Creek Golf Club
9700 Page Road, Streetsboro
(330) 626-2828 |
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Raccoon Hill Golf Course
485 Judson Road, Kent
(330) 673-2111 |
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Aurora Golf Club
50 Trails End, Aurora
(330) 562-2672 |
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Ellsworth Meadows
1101 Barlow Road, Hudson
(330) 655-2267 |
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Windmill Lakes Golf Club
6544 State Route 14, Ravenna
(330) 297-0440 |
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Roses Run
Country Club
2636 North River Road, Stow
(330) 688-4653 |
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Sporting Activities |
Northfield Park
10705 Northfield Park, Northfield
(33) 467-4101 |
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Thistledown
21501 Emery Road, North Randall
(800) 289-9956 |
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Wineries |
Thorn Creek Winery & Gardens
155 Treat Rd., Aurora
(330) 562-9245
Joan in the celebration of fine
wines, expressive landscapes & enlightening conversations. Enjoy
specialized appetizers that compliment the season & distinctive dessert
selections. Delicious wines ranging from full-bodied or semi-sweet to
light or dry. |
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Viking
Vineyards & Winery
268 Old Forge Rd., Kent
(330) 678-2080
Enjoy the cozy, relaxing tasting
room overlooking the lake and visit the gift shop for an assortment of
wine related gifts. A variety of special scheduled events are offered
throughout the year. |
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Winery at Wolf Creek
2637 S. Cleveland-Massillon Rd., Norton
(800) 436-0426
Enjoy a relaxing
afternoon in the tasting room at the Winery at Wolf Creek while gazing
at one of the most spectacular views in the Akron area. Sample a variety
of wines and enjoy an assortment of cheese and crackers. |