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Explore the shops lining the Historic Square. 6 WELCOME TO WADSWORTH One of Ohio Magazine’s Best Hometowns. 8 BEST OF BRUNSWICK
Enjoy the outdoors and feast on local eats. 10 TAKE A RIDE THROUGH HISTORY
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Check out family-friendly activities for all ages. 14 DOWN ON THE FARM
Medina County is full of agrotourism destinations.
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Kick off summer by shopping for your new favorite items at the village-wide World’s Largest Yard Sale in Seville June 17–18. The lighting of a 20-foot blue tip match kicks off the annual Blue Tip Festival from June 21–25. Celebrate the Wadsworth community with a parade, rides, festival foods and live music. Have a hoppin’ good time at the Valley City Frog Jump as kids and adults alike compete to get their frogs to jump as far as they can on July 24. Friends from all over come to experience the Medina County Fair — one of Ohio’s oldest and largest county fairs — from Aug. 1–7. On Aug. 14, explore vendors’ booths on Medina’s Public Square during the Affair on the Square Craft & Vintage Fair, where you’ll find beautifully crafted pieces like jewelry, home décor and more. This fall, take part in a decades-long tradition during the Fall Foliage Tour Oct. 8–9. Along with beautiful fall colors, the self-driving tour showcases Guilford, Montville, Sharon and Wadsworth. Each weekend is a different theme when you visit Pumpkin Village at Mapleside Farms. Enjoy live performers, a super slide, a corn maze and more attractions to get you in the spirit of fall. Winter events around Medina County help make the season merry and bright. Begin the celebrating Nov. 18–20 in Medina’s historic district during the Medina Candlelight Walk, where the Holiday Parade of Lights and a stunning fireworks show light up the night. Also on Nov. 18, step into a Hallmark movie at the Main Street Wadsworth Candlelight Walk with horse and carriage rides and themed activities at downtown businesses. Then visit Valley City Dec. 10–11 for cookie decorating, the Reindeer Dash Fun Run and more at the annual Christmas in the Valley. Be in Medina Feb. 17–20 for the largest ice festival in Northeast Ohio. The Medina Ice Festival boasts over 100 stunning ice sculptures in the city’s historic square. Throughout the year, visit the Medina County Fairgrounds Community Center for flea markets, gun shows and even the Model Railroad & Toy Show. And from May through October, check out Buckin’ Ohio to watch professional bull riding.
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ORMACO hosts talented musicians and singers throughout the year. Enjoy free Jazz and Opera Under the Stars concerts on Medina Square featuring Eric Everett and the Cleveland Opera in June, Indigo Jazz Ensemble in July, and Akin for Jazz and Ryun Louie Jazz Ensemble in August. Or take in Concerts in the Country in Homerville: James Marron on July 10, Pitch Blend: Barbershop Quartet on Aug. 4, Strauss Duo: The Expressive Viola on Sept. 11, Jeffrey Slater: Jazz Brass & Beyond on Oct. 9 and Miki Sato: Traditional Music of Japan on Nov. 13. For details about upcoming events, visit ormaco.org.
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Top: Watch Buckin’ Ohio’s professional bull riders at the Medina County Fair on Aug. 4. Left: Witness the lighting of a 20foot match at the Blue Tip Festival June 21–25. Right: See gorgeous ice sculptures at the Medina Ice Festival Feb. 17–20.
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ROOT CANDLES: STEPHANIE PARK, DOWNTOWN MEDINA: KRISTEN JONES, CIRCLES ON THE SQUARE: RACHAEL JIROUSEK, MEDINA COURTHOUSE: MEDINACOUNTY CVB, COURTHOUSE PIZZERIA, CORKSCREW SALOON: LAURA WATILO BLAKE, FOUNDRY SOCIAL: FOUNDRY SOCIAL
Pictured: Enjoy beautiful displays as you shop at the historic Root Candles flagship store. Bottom Left: Downtown is full of unique architecture, like the old firehouse. Bottom Right: The historic county courthouse presides over Public Square.
Top: Spend summer evenings on Foundry Social’s spacious patio. Below Left: Try donuts with amazingly unique flavors at Circles on the Square. Below Right: Relax with a bite to eat at Corkscrew Saloon. Bottom: Enjoy Courthouse Pizzeria’s New York-style pizza.
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The City of Medina, Ohio’s All-American Hometown, is steeped in tradition yet is a vibrant and exciting location for businesses, residents and visitors. From the made-for-movies Historic Square to the charm of its walkable neighborhoods, these are the attributes that resulted in Medina being recognized twice in recent years by Ohio Magazine as Northeast Ohio’s Best Hometown, and a place to shop, dine and unwind. Not only is Medina picturesque and a great place to live and work, it is the perfect day trip from anywhere in Ohio. Or you can choose to stay here and use it as home base while you take in all that one of Ohio’s fastest growing counties has to offer. You can choose to spend the day shopping in the one-of-a-kind local boutiques that range from Amish-made furniture and fine pottery to women’s fashions, educational toys and artisan jewelry. You can visit an art gallery and museums, then attend a festival or band concert in the park. Medina offers it all. If you have a taste for a really great burger, authentic Texas barbecue, Irish stew, a farm-to-table meal, New York style pizza, fine dining or a formal tea, all of that and more is waiting for you in Medina. Enjoy the city’s wide variety of great eateries, plus every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Square, from mid-May to mid-October, you can purchase the best fresh produce and other fresh-made food items at the Medina Square Farmers Market. If your tastes are a little more adventurous, Medina is now home to four local breweries, a wine bar, an Irish pub and several fine drinking establishments. For the more daring, try your hand at High Voltage Indoor Karting. Racing goes on seven days a week and reservations are recommended. History runs deep in Medina and it is now proud to have two businesses that can boast to being 150 years old: the flagship store for Root Candles and the serendipitous Medina Hardware. Both offer a taste of what put Medina on the map in the late 1800s and what keeps people coming back for a truly amazing experience. In addition to the entire Square being listed on the National Register of Historic Places thanks to the beautifully restored Victorian era architecture, history buffs will want to visit Medina’s newest restored shopping and dining venue, the Farmers Exchange (also listed on the National Register of Historic Places). This former agriculture center from the early 1900s now pays homage to its roots with two levels of dining and shopping options, plus two floors of industrialinspired apartments. Medina can take you back in time with some of the finest examples of restored Victorian era architecture to be found anywhere, while simultaneously bringing you into the 21st century with busy shopping districts and yearround family-centered events. Whether you live here or visit here, Medina will always make you feel like you are in a special place.
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Left: Enjoy mimosa flights and good company at UnWined. Top: The gyro at Alexandris Restaurant is a fan favorite. Right: Find your new favorite home decor item at Perfect Match Decor. Below: Get a sweet treat pick-me-up at Sonnets Coffee & Whiskey Bar.
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You don’t have to live in Wadsworth to feel at home there. In fact, the locals make it a priority to make everyone feel at home. And they’ve been richly rewarded for those efforts: Wadsworth was named one of Ohio Magazine’s Best Hometowns for 2021–2022. Despite the challenges of the pandemic, the town has continued to grow and invest in the community — particularly its vibrant downtown business district — and has attracted a continually growing number of residents who are proud to say there’s no place like home…in Wadsworth.
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dishes from breakfast spots like Valley Cafe and Water Main Grille. For a comforting, home-cooked meal, look no further than Alexandris Restaurant, which serves up blue-plate favorites like country fried steak, beer-battered fish and stuffed French toast. Sonnets Coffee & Whiskey Bar and Zydeco Bistro, a combo coffee shop and eatery, offers more than 150 whiskeys, locally sourced coffees and Cajun foods. If you’re looking for a later meal, check out Great Oaks Tavern, where you can choose from a collection of 500 board games to play while you enjoy a sandwich or burger. Wine lovers can kick their feet up and relax at UnWined. Enjoy a rotating menu of reds, whites, bourbons and craft cocktails. Warm evenings call for a visit to Filia Cellars to sip wine on the grounds of a charming historic farmhouse. The outdoor dining area is dog-friendly! Crafted Cocktail has an extensive drink menu that includes everything from classic cocktails to specialty drinks made with fresh ingredients. If beer is more your speed, try Wadsworth Brewing Co. where you can sample an ever-changing list of house-made brews with imaginative flavors like Bucket’s Coffee Porter, which serves up a kick of caffeine, and nosh on shareables. Spunkmeyers Pub & Grill is a one-of-a-kind place with drink and food specials every month and The Deck, where you can relax and enjoy a fun, warm, beachy atmosphere. Looking to satisfy a sweet tooth? At Ann’s Pastry Shop, you’ll get a taste of tradition. This bakery serving cakes, cookies and fresh baked doughnuts has been serving the community for over 30 years. Rise and Grind gives you the chance to order up customizable donuts, your way.
Add icing and toppings ranging from sprinkles to more whimsical choices like Fruity Pebbles. Try a taste of Italy with a heaping bowl of housemade gelato at Dolce at the Strand, or an “adult milkshake.” Find more flavors at wadsworthcity.com/930/wadsworth-eats.
Shop Stops Opal Dragonfly Boutique specializes in cute-and-comfy casual wear that keeps busy women looking great while on the go. Be sure to check out the crafting workshops! Peruse shelves of gently used tomes at The Bookshelf, a second-hand shop fashioned in a former bank building (yes, there’s even a selection of antique books in the old vault). Perfect Match Decor features everything from vintage items to collectibles. Guitar wizards won’t want to miss Wadsworth Music, a one-stop shop for instruments, sheet music, accessories, parts and even repairs and customizations. It’s been a town staple since the 1920s and one of the top 50 Fender dealers in the U.S. Explore more shopping options at wadsworthcity.com/931/wadsworth-shops.
Main Attractions One of Wadsworth’s most beloved and
enduring landmarks is the Blue Sky Drive-In, treating generations of locals to Hollywood flicks since 1947. Explore local businesses and enjoy themed food, entertainment and exhibits at First Friday events, held the first Friday of every month in downtown Wadsworth. The Wadsworth Library hosts live concerts year-round in conjunction with ORMACO, bringing in artists like Olivia Polash, Erin Nicole Neal and Victor Samalot. Find the full schedule at ormaco.org/wadsworth-library-concerts. And the annual Blue Tip Festival — named for the famed matches once made there — brings five days of classic festival fun to town every June. Left: Challenge your friends to a game at Wadsworth Brewing Co. Far Left: The iconic gazebo in downtown Wadsworth is a perfect photo-op spot.
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celebrating 50 years in Brunswick, which adds up to a lot of made-fresh-daily donuts and even more local goodwill. At FatBob Pizza, order up a classic pizza pie or try a twist with crazy pizzas like taco or Philly cheese steak. Another Brunswick favorite is Old World Deli, with a selection of Mediterranean food like gyros, hummus and tabouli in addition to standards like corned beef and subs. Trends and nostalgia collide at Geeked Out Pub and Grille, where you can play classic video games projected onto flatscreen TVs while enjoying your elevated bar food and cocktails. Find out more about a local brand of whiskey and vodka served at Geeked Out by touring and sampling at the nearby West Branch Malts & Distillery. They make malt from local barley and sell it to homebrewers and craft breweries, in addition to making their own spirits. In warm weather, a stop at the patio of Panini’s Bar and Grill is a terrific way to enjoy sunshine and good food. Finally, put an end to the “what state has the best pizza” argument with the definitive answer: Ohio now has its own native pie at Ohio Pie Co. — made fresh, square-cut and finished with a delectable sauce swirl.
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Pictured: Get your game on at Scene75 Entertainment Center. Bottom Left: Try the spirits from West Branch Malts & Distillery. Below: The pizza pie at Ohio Pie Co. is deliciously cheesy.
looking for a unique gift for the people in your life or are shopping for your next favorite piece, find it in Brunswick. ArKay Floral & Gifts is a go-to place for flowers for occasions big and small, and their gift selection has meaningful add-ons like candles, gift baskets and seasonal décor. A brand new addition to Brunswick, Handmade Haven is your one-stop-shop for finding handcrafted goods from the artisans of Northeast Ohio. Or roam the stacks at The BookShelf, which has shelves stocked with gently used books, including local school reading lists and a section of author-autographed copies. You’re making a difference as you shop — the store provides revenue for Project: LEARN and functions as a tutoring center.
Top: Find your favorite books and support a worthy cause at The BookShelf. Left: Shop for fresh flowers at ArKay Floral & Gifts. Below: Enjoy the vista before racing down the super slide at Mapleside Farms.
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Take part in events year-round at Mapleside Farms, from summer and winter concerts to fall’s Pumpkin Village. Bring the kids to expend some energy in the jump park before stopping for a sweet dessert. Families will enjoy exploring Brunswick Heritage Farm and Museum, which contains artifacts from Brunswick’s past like schoolhouse items and a working farm on 32 acres. Annual events at the farm, which is operated by Brunswick Area Historical Society, include a farmer’s market and canine costume contest. A rainy day doesn’t mean you have to have the blues — Scene75 Entertainment Center is an indoor entertainment center that includes 10 indoor attractions including laser tag and black light mini-golf, 150 arcade games and a full bar and grill. Gather the kids to take part in the Cleveland Clinic’s Trike and Bike event this September. As a fundraiser for pediatric cancer research, it’s both a fun activity for the family and helps a worthy cause. Check out page 2 for more events.
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Above: The Northern Ohio Railway Museum gives trolley rides twice a month. Far Left: Learn local history at the Brunswick Heritage Farm. Left: See historic artifacts at the Johnson House Museum. Right: See vintage furniture and other pieces at the John Smart House Museum. Far Right: Explore the McDowellPhillips House, built in the 1890s.
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Travel through the corridors of time at Brunswick Heritage Farm, filled with a treasure trove of artifacts reflecting what life was like at the mid-19th-century homestead. The 32-acre property also features a barn, carriage house, corncrib, granary and chicken house. Meet Seville’s most famous couple, the Seville Giants Martin Van Buren Bates and his wife Anna, at the Seville Historical Society. In addition to life-sized statues of the couple — each known for their 7-foot-plus stature — the museum contains riveting exhibits and chronicles Bates’ life as a Confederate captain during the Civil War. Return to school days of yesteryear by visiting a pair of one-room schoolhouses filled with relics from a different age. Built in 1890, the York Township building features desks, books and other historic memorabilia. Constructed in 2017, Seville’s schoolhouse — an 1820s replica — hosts a variety of educational activities and events. Admire 19th-century craftsmanship at Medina’s McDowell-Phillips House, an 1890s Queen Anne beauty featuring three stories, 12 rooms, seven fireplaces and leaded stained-glass windows. Once home to five generations of the town’s most storied family, it was purchased and preserved by the Medina County Historical Society several years ago. Not-to-be-missed exhibits include an original invitation to Abraham Lincoln’s Union Ball Inauguration held in 1861 and a Grand Army of the Republic uniform vest and coat belonging to Civil War veteran Robert McDowell.
Experience the romance of train travel at the Lodi Railroad Museum. The restored depot is a fitting homage to the lines associated with Ohio, including the Wheeling & Lake Erie, Nickel Plate, Norfolk and Western, Norfolk Southern and Baltimore and Ohio railroads. Exhibits at the site, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, include a Wheeling & Lake Erie caboose and a Norfolk and Western caboose, both built in 1949. Discover why train travel is so captivating at the Northern Ohio Railway Museum in Seville. The museum, which is open on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., mid-May through October, offers walking tours of the more than 40 streetcars, interurbans and transit cars that have been collected and restored along a 2-mile section of the historic Cleveland, Southwestern & Columbus right-of-way. During second Saturdays of the month, visitors are invited to hop aboard and take a ride on the museum’s 1914 trolley car. See exquisite furniture and vintage clothing, as well as Native American artifacts, at the John Smart House Museum in Medina, built in 1886. The Victorian Queen Anne-style home sports bay windows, a second-story porch and an intricate roof pattern of scalloped shingles, clapboards and cornices. Learn about Wadsworth’s rich history at Johnson House Museum. Built in 1852 by noted carriage factory owner Henry J. Traver and operated by the Wadsworth Historical Society, the dwelling is filled with exquisite exhibits shedding light on the past.
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Top: Start your engines at High Voltage Indoor Karting’s outdoor track. Above: Get in the competitive spirit with your siblings at Foundry Social. Below: Have a family picnic at Medina County’s local parks.
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Whether it’s challenging a sibling to a game of glow-in-the-dark mini golf or racing Dad around a lightning-fast go-kart track, the sky’s the limit for family activities around the county. Just as the buzzards return to Hinckley each spring, so too can your golf game at Hinckley’s Buzzard Cove Mini Golf, which not only boasts a top-flight miniature golf course but also a lighted driving range. Their scratch pizzas and tempting appetizers are enough to keep you coming back for more. For an out-of-body golf experience, play a round at Alien Vacation Mini Golf. It’s a crazy-unique indoor adventure where you’ll play on a course with far-out graphics, actual sci-fi movie props and three-dimensional illusions. While you’re there, check out the wonders of Castle Noel, America’s largest indoor, year-round Christmas attraction. Explore several New York City shopping window attractions and the world’s largest private collection of Hollywood Christmas memorabilia. You can even ride the Higbee’s slide from “A Christmas Story,” just like Ralphie. Hone your golf game and baseball or softball swings at Sandbaggers Golf and Game Center in Medina. Five batting cages range from slow-pitch to 70 miles per hour, and there are 18 turf mats for golfers. Cool down with soft drinks or a beer after your workout. Have a genuine Western experience from May through October at Buckin’ Ohio, a working ranch in Burbank that’s the site of professional bull riding and barrel racing. “Mutton Bustin” is a delight for kids — a competition to get the best score riding a sheep. Pack a picnic and take the family for a hike at Princess Ledges Nature Preserve. With nearly 50 acres of wooded land, the preserve features a nature trail and
a ledges trail that explores the preserve’s sandstone ledges. Search the starry sky at the Cuyahoga Astronomical Association’s observatory in Letha House Park. The nonprofit holds periodic public viewing events using three telescopes. By day, enjoy the park’s nature trails, picnic grounds, playground, catchand-release fishing pond and bridle trail. Experience duckpin bowling, bocce ball, ping pong and other family activities at Foundry Social, a 135,000-square-foot fun center in Medina. The highlight is High Voltage Indoor Karting, where adults can race go-karts around the track at top speeds nearing 50 miles per hour, and juniors also race at a slower pace. Get your sugar rush at Sweets & Geeks in Medina. The shop is full of old-time candy, sodas, novelty and pop culture candy, drinks and toys. Play the afternoon away with board games, roleplay games and trading card games. Scene75 Entertainment Center in Brunswick is a huge playground that has something for everyone. Go mini-bowling or go-karting, play laser tag or blacklight mini-golf, or try your hand at one of over 150 arcade games including a giant Connect 4 game. Enjoy your meal on Food Truck Alley where permanent food trucks are ready to serve. Great Oaks Tavern in Wadsworth is more than just a food and drink spot — it’s a board gamer’s nirvana. There are more than 500 available board games to play for a $5 fee; a collection carefully curated by brothers Alex and Jordan Nassos. Enjoy burgers, sandwiches, salads and a full bar, including specialty whiskeys, while you play.
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Whether you’re craving homemade apple pie or looking for a healthy snack, there’s nothing like picking your own fresh apples in the fall. Along with a variety of apples you can harvest, Geig’s Orchard sells fresh apple cider and hosts a cannery offering jams, pie fillings and other treats. Hillside Orchard is another great location to find ripe apples, and after you’ve picked your fill, stop in the farm market to enjoy a homemade donut. If your visit doesn’t coincide with fall, don’t fret — these farms have events that span every season. Spring Mist Farms offers sleigh rides in the winter and a summer festival called Fun on the Farm featuring horse and wagon rides. Mapleside Farms hosts indoor barn concerts in winter and outdoor concerts in summer, along with themed weekends at their Pumpkin Village in the fall. Come springtime, little ones can even have breakfast with the Easter Bunny! Kids will also love Discovery Park at Earth Song Farm, which is open year-round and encourages them to explore on their own in a safe environment. Meet an assortment of animals at Majestic Meadows Alpacas; in the farm’s 25 years, they have acquired over 70 alpacas, along with other creatures including miniature horses, llamas and red kangaroos. Don’t miss The Alpaca Boutique, which sells alpaca yarn and handmade gifts. For the freshest produce and delicious foods, visit Medina County’s farm markets. Pine Crest Farm and Beriswill Farm Market both offer a selection of freshly grown crops to support your own farm-to-table experience. Greet the farm animals at Richardson Farms before picking up plants, fruits, veggies and baked goods at the market. Bring your green thumb to Hirt’s Gardens, which specializes in hard-to-find plants. Hill Haven Florist and Greenhouse has seven greenhouses and is known for their water garden plants, water lilies, fish and tadpoles, and supplies. Boyert’s Greenhouse grows thousands of annuals, herbs and perennials, in addition to hosting free planting workshops and seminars. Visit the large gift shop for bird feeders, unique gifts and Christmas items.
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Spitzer House Bed and Breakfast 5 rooms, 5 with private baths 504 W. Liberty St., Medina 44256; 330-952-2129, spritzer.housebandb.com
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Homerville KOA Open May 1–Oct. 31. 11450 Crawford Rd., P.O. Box 26, Homerville, 44235; 330-625-2817, koa.com/campgrounds/homerville AMENITIES:
Maple Lakes Campground Open April 15–Oct. 1. Hours: 10am–8pm. 4275 Blake Rd., P.O. Box 86, Seville 44273; 330-336-2251, maplelakes.com AMENITIES:
Pier-Lon Park Open April 15–Oct. 15. 5960 Vandemark Rd., Medina 44256; 330-667-2311, pier-lonpark.com AMENITIES:
Shawnee Lake Park RV Campground April 24–Oct. 13. 6464 Congress Rd., P.O. Box 121, Spencer 44275; 330-648-2577, shawneelakepark.com AMENITIES:
Sunset Lake Campground Open May 1–Oct. 13. 5566 Root Rd., Spencer 44275; 330-667-2686, sunsetlakecampground.com AMENITIES:
Willow Lake Park Open May 1–Oct 18. Mon.–Thurs. 10am– 7pm, Fri.–Sat. 9am–9pm, Sun. 9am–7pm. 2400 Substation Rd., Medina 44256; 330-225-6580, willowlakepark.net
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Comfort Inn & Suites 5 Park Center Dr., Wadsworth 44281; 330-336-7692, comfortinnwadsworth.com AMENITIES:
Hampton Inn 3073 Eastpointe Dr., Medina 44256; 330-721-8955, hamptoninn.com AMENITIES:
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Chatham Lakes Campground Open May 1–Oct. 15. 6794 Avon Lake Rd., Spencer, 44275; 330-605-8038, chathamlakescamping.com
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Lakehouse Rental on Chippewa Lake vrbo.com Motel 6 3122 Eastpointe Dr., Medina 44256; 330-723-3322, motel6.com AMENITIES:
Quality Inn 1435 S. Carpenter Rd., Brunswick 44212; 330-273-1112, qualityinn.com AMENITIES:
Quality Inn & Suites 2850 Medina Rd., Medina 44256; 330-723-4994 AMENITIES:
Quality Inn & Suites 4949 Park Ave. W., Seville 44273; 330-769-4949, choicehotels.com AMENITIES:
Red Roof Inn 5021 Eastpointe Dr., Medina 44256; 330-725-1395, redroof.com AMENITIES:
Super 8 5161 Montville Dr., Medina 44256; 330-723-8118, super8.com AMENITIES:
Super 8 6116 Speedway Dr., Seville 44273; 330-769-8880, super8.com AMENITIES:
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Pictured: Meet cute alpacas at Majestic Meadows Alpacas. Above and Left: Savor baked goods and start your garden with plants from Richardson Farms.
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