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Put-in-Bay Novels By
Bob Adamov
Mystery Adventure Novels
bobadamov.com
Anchor Inn Boutique Hotel
500 Catawba Ave., Put-in-Bay, OH 43456
419-285-5055 − anchorinnpib.com
The Anchor Inn Boutique Hotel is a quirky, one-of-a-kind, couples hotel with lighthearted, mildly rebellious room details. For a relaxing Ohio getaway, tour and book one of their nine casually elegant rooms online today at anchorinnpib.com.
Attractions
Award-winning island author will be releasing his 18th mystery adventure novel this summer. Sawdust Joint is a James Bond-like adventure.
TRAVEL & TOURISM
MILLER FERRIES TO PUT-IN-BAY

GPS: 5174 E. Water St., Port Clinton, OH 43452 800-500-2421 − millerferry.com
Welcome aboard Miller passenger/car ferries to Put-in-Bay (South Bass) & Middle Bass, Ohio’s Lake Erie Islands. 20-minute cruise to Put-in-Bay, free parking, golf cart rentals and family savings. Ferries depart Catawba, the tip of Rt. 53 North.

SHORES & ISLANDS OHIO
125 E. Water St., Sandusky, OH 44870 770 S.E. Catawba Road, Port Clinton, OH 43452 419-625-2984, 419-734-4650 − shoresandislands.com
Shores & Islands Ohio boasts 152 miles of Lake Erie shoreline, welcoming communities, rich history and an abundance of diverse attractions for all. Find your Lake Erie love at shoresandislands.com!

Common Ground Canopy Tours
14240 Baird Road, Oberlin, OH 44074 440-707-2044 − ohzipline.org
Zip tree to tree on an exciting, family-friendly zipline adventure through the beautiful Vermilion River Valley with Common Ground Canopy Tours!

Great Lakes Scuttlebutt
7862 W. Central Ave., Suite F, Toledo, OH 43617 877-775-2538 − greatlakesscuttlebutt.com
Do you boat, fish or float the Great Lakes? GLS is your FREE resource for destinations, events, services and articles of interest across the freshwater seas. Explore today!

Lorain County Metro Parks
12882 Diagonal Road, LaGrange, OH 44050
440-458-5121 - loraincountymetroparks.com
With more than 11,000 acres of land, the Lorain County Metro Parks is sure to have something for everyone to enjoy nature nearby! LCMP has been preserving traditions and creating memories for over 65 years.
RUTHERFORD B. HAYES PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY & MUSEUMS
Spiegel Grove, Fremont, OH 43420 419-332-2081 − rbhayes.org
ELROY’S DELI MARKET
105 S. Front St., Fremont, OH 43420 419-333-8289 − elroysdeli.com
An epicurean delight in the heart of downtown Fremont, Elroy’s Deli is a specialty market focused on local and imported Italian ingredients. Delicatessen, artisan pizzas, craft sandwiches, dine-in seating, delivery and carryout available.

Visit President Rutherford and First Lady Lucy Hayes’ estate of Spiegel Grove, home of America’s first presidential library. Tour their mansion, see their tomb, visit the museum, explore the library and walk the paved trails.

Lorain Lighthouse

440-960-2301 − lorainlighthouse.com info@lorainlighthouse.com
Tours of the inside of the lighthouse and Sunset Wine Dinners start in June with advanced tickets for both available at lorainlighthouse.com. Schedule your special event at the lighthouse — wedding, corporate event, retirement party, etc.

JIMMY G’S BARBEQUE
1321 W. State St., Fremont, OH 43420 567-201-2920 − jgbbq.com
Firelands Adventure Tours
See website for pick-up and drop-off locations. 419-734-9283 − firelandsadventuretours.com
Enjoy informational, recreational and historical tours, including wine tasting, underground railroad, lighthouses and many more, from our comfortable 18-seat bus. Departing daily. Check firelandsadventuretours.com for reservations and details.

Jimmy G’s delivers the ultimate barbecue experience! We scratch-make everything we’ve got including our brines, rubs, sauces and smoking processes. Our ingredients, portions and people are all second to none.

Moke America Ohio
212 Norwest Dr., Clyde, OH 43410 888-834-0492 − mokeohio.net
Moke America Ohio is an exclusive, local distributor of Moke America vehicles for all of Ohio. Iconic British Moke vehicles have been reimagined for the 21st Century with fully electric power for a modern and eco-friendly driving experience.

Moonshine Nightclub
109 S. Front St., Fremont, OH 43420 419-333-8291 − moonshinenight.club
This new nightspot features an arcade, a dance floor and great cocktails with restaurant offerings. It’s the perfect setting for watching your favorite sports game, hosting parties, family reunions and receptions. Ask about renting our VIP Lounge!

The Garrison
209 Garrison St., Fremont, OH 43420 419-333-8260 − the-garrison.net
A Euro/American bistro-style restaurant with 20 craft beers on tap, The Garrison is located in a 122-year-old structure in the historical district of downtown Fremont. Catering and private party event space available. Open Monday – Saturday.

THE NATURE CONSERVANCY’S GREAT EGRET MARSH PRESERVE
Located across from East Harbor State Park
1000 N. Buck Road, Lakeside Marblehead, OH 43440 419-867-1521 ext. 1 − nature.org/greategretmarsh
This 150-acre protected coastal marsh can be explored from an easy 1.2-mile loop trail. The preserve is open for birding, fishing, hiking, kayaking and canoeing.

Downtown Willoughby Artsfest
28 Public Square, Willoughby, OH 44094 440-942-1632 − willoughbyartsfest.com info@wwlcchamber.com
The ArtsFest draws 100+ juried artists to downtown Willoughby with live music, great food and kids’ crafts. This year’s ArtsFest will take place Saturday, July 15, from 10 a.m. to 5.p.m.
The Summer Market
Black River Landing
421 Black River Lane, Lorain, OH 44052 thesummermarket.com − July 21 and 22, 2023
Shop Ohio’s original open-air market featuring the best of the best in vintage, handmade and homegrown. Celebrating season 18. FREE event.


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Dining
D&D SMITH WINERY
THE BISTRO AT D&D
401 W. Main St., Norwalk, OH 44857 419-577-0242 ddsmithwinery.com
TRAVEL & TOURISM
MALLORCA RESTAURANT
1390 W. Ninth St. (Warehouse District) Cleveland, OH 44113
216-687-9494 − mallorcacle.com
Downtown Cleveland’s most awarded restaurant for 26 years! Serving the freshest fish and chef-prepared specials. Specializing in foods from Spain and Portugal. Uniqueness at its finest! Home to Wine and Dine in the Dark.

Shopping
MARBLEHEAD SOAP CO.
413-417 W. Main St., Lakeside-Marblehead, OH 43440
419-702-7488 − marbleheadsoap.co
Where magic meets the lake! Local treasures, natural handcrafted soaps and many other organic body products in a plethora of scents and options. Stop by in person or visit the online store

Destination Cleveland
Destination
334 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44114 216-875-6600 − thisiscleveland.com
Beach getaways with an edge. This is The Land of making the lake your own. From volleyball and sunbathing at Edgewater to kayaking and jet skiing through the Flats, your tropical vacation just got cooler.

Destination Toledo
401 Jefferson Ave., Toledo, OH 43604 419-321-6404 − visittoledo.org
Where a great city meets the great outdoors. #ThisIsToledo. Destination Toledo is your official travel guide to the Toledo region. Start your adventure at visittoledo.org.

DOWNTOWN FREMONT
315 Garrison St., Fremont, OH 43420 419-332-8696 − downtownfremontohio.org
Think Fremont! Immerse yourself in the historic and entertainment district of Downtown Fremont with over 15 retail attractions and diverse diningoptions, including a two-story restaurant and a cafe,aswell as a nightclub, cinema and library.

PUT-IN-BAY OFFICIAL TOURISM BUREAU

148 Delaware Ave., Put-in-Bay, OH 43456 419-285-2832 - visitputinbay.com
The #1 resource for planning a Put-in-Bay, Ohio vacation! Start planning your every day island getaway at visitputinbay.com.



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