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Southern sides alongside a deep selection of craft beer options. For more information about these and other businesses in the Short North Arts District, visit shortnorth.org.
German Village
Located just south of downtown, Columbus’ German Village neighborhood is known for its architecture dating back to the 1800s. The neighborhood prides itself on its historic character and charm as well as longtime businesses that are beloved local landmarks.
Offering the feel of a small village just outside the bustle of downtown, the cobblestone streets, historic buildings and well-cared-for homes make the neighborhood a delight to explore. Book lovers will lose themselves in The Book Loft, one of the nation’s largest independent bookstores, where shoppers can roam 32 rooms as they browse the wonderfully curated selection. Helen Winnemore’s, part of the neighborhood since 1938, focuses on works by American artisans, and the Red Stable offers souvenirs and gifts.
Favorite spots to grab a bite to eat in the neighborhood include Schmidt’s Restaurant Und Sausage Haus, known for German favorites and pillowy cream puffs, as well as Katzinger’s Delicatessen, a New York-style deli that offers a wide selection of sandwiches, many named after notable people who have stopped in over the years. For more information about these and other businesses in the German Village neighborhood, visit germanvillage.com.
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HOLIDAY FUN
Looking for festivities that will appeal to the entire family? From zoo nights and model trains to Christmas museums and light shows, here is how to make the most of the season. By Sarah Druhan, Macy Kile, Tyler Saunders & Rebecca Vernak
KRISTEN JONES CASTLE NOEL, MEDINA
Dickens Victorian Village
Downtown Cambridge | Nov. 1–Jan. 1
Travel back in time and get a hearty dose of holiday spirit with a visit to Dickens Victorian Village in downtown Cambridge. First created for the 2005 holiday season, the seasonal display features around 170 handmade characters dressed in Victorian-era garb and posed throughout downtown. (The unique display is a labor of love for the group of local volunteers who bring it to life each year.) Kick off your trip to town with a stop at Dickens Victorian Village’s welcome center, where you and the family can dress up in Victorian-inspired clothing and snap a photo in front of the decorated Christmas trees or with the Charles Dickens character. Another holiday staple in downtown Cambridge is the Guernsey County find your joyCourthouse Light Show, a 66,000-light, one-hour presentation set to holiday music that runs continuously throughout the evening. Light show runs from 5:30–9 p.m. nightly and to 11 p.m. most weekends. 801 Wheeling Ave., Cambridge 43725, 740/432-9230, dickensvictorianvillage.com
North Pole Express
Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation | Nov. 26–Jan. 2
On Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights, Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation in Findlay offers holiday-season rides on a quarter-scale train through a winter wonderland of twinkling lights and festive decorations.
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A Christmas Story House & Museum
Cleveland | Open year-round
We promise, you will not shoot your eye out.
Experience the magic of a holiday classic with a trip to Cleveland’s A Christmas Story House &
Museum. Located in the city’s Tremont neighborhood just outside downtown, this 1895 home served as the Parker family’s residence when exterior scenes for the 1983 movie were filmed here. (Interior scenes of the home were shot elsewhere, but the inside of the house has been lovingly re-created to match the movie.) Brian Jones, a San Diego native who also owns a company that sells replicas of the leg lamp the film made famous, bought the home on eBay. He restored it to its on-screen appearance and then opened a museum and gift shop across the street that showcases memorabilia tied to “A Christmas Story.” The property is open to the public for tours, and photo ops abound throughout the home and its backyard. Visit website for hours. 3159 W. 11th St., Cleveland 44109, 216/298-4919, achristmasstoryhouse.com
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Wayne County Ohio
Nov. 19 Window Wonderland, Downtown Wooster
Nov. 19-20 Holiday Artisan Market, Wayne Center for the Arts
Nov. 19-20 Season’s Splendor Arts and Crafts Show, Shisler Conference Center
Dec. 3 Downtown Churches Walking Tour, Wooster
Dec. 3 - 4 Dalton Holidays Festival
Dec. 4-5 Christmas in the Village, Smithville
Dec. 18-19 “The Nutcracker” presented by Wooster Ballet, Wooster High School
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In addition to enjoying a ride on the scaled-down rail line, visitors can also take in the model train displays inside the small on-site museum and neighboring train barn. The North Pole Express experience also includes as many as 160 decorated trees, which are displayed both across the grounds and inside, while Santa and Mrs. Claus are scheduled to make appearances on select nights throughout the season. Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation was founded in 1998 as an all-volunteer, nonprofit dedicated to the preservation, promotion and education of railroad history in northwest Ohio. Its fullsize rolling stock on display includes two cabooses, a box car and small diesel switch engine and a relocated railroad depot. Visit website for hours. 12505 County Rd. 99, Findlay 45840, 419/423-2995, nworrp.org
Castle Noel
Medina | Open year-round
Immerse yourself in a museum filled with memory joggers, Christmas movie memorabilia and incredible holiday displays at Castle Noel. Created by artist Mark Klaus and housed in a former church in downtown Medina, this year-round destination is the largest privately owned collection of Hollywood Christmas props from movies, including pieces from “The Grinch,” “Elf,” “Jingle All the Way” and many more. (You can even check out Cousin Eddie’s RV from “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation,” which is parked outside.) Beyond the iconic props, Klaus’ museum also includes an unrivaled collection of window displays that once appeared in New York City department stores such as Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdale’s and Macy’s. Then, there are the displays celebrating favorite holiday gifts from Christmases past, spanning from the 1950s through the 1990s. Guided tours are offered in small groups and culminate with an all-ages ride down a slide like the one Ralphie did in “A Christmas Story.” Visit website for hours. 260 S. Court St., Medina 44256, 330/721-6635, castlenoel.com
The Legendary Lights of Clifton Mill
Clifton | Nov. 26–Dec. 30
Located near Yellow Springs, the tiny village of Clifton is home to one of the state’s most famous holiday light displays. The exterior of the historic Clifton Mill and its adjacent covered bridge as well as the riverbank they sit on are decorated with strings of lights each holiday season. The mill was constructed in 1802 but was decorated for the first time in 1987 when Anthony Satariano Jr. and his father strung 100,000 lights at their property for the holidays. Now a display totaling almost 4 million lights, the annual spectacle draws families from near and far. There is also a light show on the covered bridge, a miniature town (complete with a 1950s Frisch’s Big Boy, opera house and drive-in movie theater) and the Satariano family’s collection of more than 3,000 likenesses of Santa Claus. Visit website for hours. 75 Water St., Clifton 45316, 937/767-5501, cliftonmill.com
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Steubenville Nutcracker Village & Advent Market
Downtown Steubenville Nov. 23–Jan. 8
Visit a winter festival that captures the imagination with more than 180 6-foottall nutcrackers displayed throughout downtown Steubenville. What is billed as the world’s largest collection of lifesize nutcrackers is free to visit and was launched as a local collaboration to create newfound excitement around the city’s downtown, which had been hurt over the years by the decline of the area’s steel industry. In 2015, Jerry Barilla, the owner of a local appliance store, had the idea to put collections of nutcrackers on display in empty storefronts to create a holiday-season attraction. Local craftsman Mark Nelson added on to that concept by building a prototype of a 6-foot-tall nutcracker with the help of his daughter and brother that served as the inspiration for this fun festival that runs from around Thanksgiving into the New Year. On display continuously throughout the season. 155 N. Fourth St., Steubenville 43952, 740/275-4134, steubenvillenutcrackervillage.com
Holiday Junction featuring the Duke Energy Holiday Trains
Cincinnati Museum Center Nov. 12–Jan. 2
Hop aboard for a Queen City tradition by heading to the Cincinnati Museum Center’s annual holiday train display. The model trains, some of which date back as far as 1904, are presented within elaborately crafted winter scenes that bring out the kid in all of us. Snap an Instagram-worthy shot at the majestic Northern Lights photo op display, take part in a holiday scavenger hunt and explore Brickopolis, custom Lego creations that include versions of structures inspired by famous places and stories as well as mobile Lego trains. The Omnimax theater is showing “The Rocky Mountain Express,” a film that traces the route of the Canadian transcontinental railroad and the awe-inspiring scenery through which it passes. Santa Claus will arrive the day after Thanksgiving and stay through Dec. 24. Open Thur.–Mon. 10 a.m.–4 p.m., closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. 1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati 45203, 513/287-7000, cincymuseum.org
See Greater Akron Now!
enjoy the holiday magic at stan hywet’s deck the hall.
Explore Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens in Akron, OH. Built between 1912 to 1915, the former home of The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company co-founder F.A. Seiberling and his wife Gertrude and their family, is 64,500 square feet built in the Tudor Revival style. The largest home in Ohio resides on 70-acres that consist of lush gardens, lagoons, trails, children’s Playgarden, splash pad, conservatory, and other attractions to experience.
stanhywet.org | 330-836-5533
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
Downtown Akron Partnership
downtown akron: places, events, adventures.
This holiday season, treat yourself to the unforgettable sights, spaces and events of Akron’s most vibrant neighborhood. Downtown will be dressed in its finest, with opportunities for all ages to take in the lights, culture, entertainment and wonder only available here. Whether you’re seeking family fun, ice skating on Ohio’s largest outdoor rink, an afternoon of shopping for treasures from local artisans, or an evening of great food and live music with friends, the possibilities are endless in downtown Akron.
downtownakron.com | 330-374-7676
Akron Zoo
wild lights at your akron zoo.
Experience the Akron Zoo decked out in holiday lights! This year will be bigger, better and brighter than ever with more lights and new displays. Wild Lights, presented by Akron Children’s Hospital, runs Nov. 26-28, Dec. 3-5, 10-12, 17-23 and 26-30 from 5 – 9 p.m. Take a photo with Santa, visit with your favorite animals and more family fun this holiday season at your Akron Zoo. Purchase your tickets online to save money.
330-375-2550 | akronzoo.org
Hower House
join us for a magical holiday homecoming.
November 5 – December 19, 2021. Self-guided holiday tours: Fridays and Saturdays: open at 12 noon – last tour starts at 2 p.m. Sundays: open at 1 p.m. – last tour starts at 3 p.m. Cellar Door Boutique open during tours. An 1871 Second Empire Italianate style mansion with 28 decorated rooms. Built by Akron Industrialist, John Henry Hower and wife, Susan Youngker Hower. Unique “Akron Plan” interior layout, developed by architect Jacob Snyder.
facebook.com/howerhouse | 330-972-6909
Light Up Your Holiday this year
Christmas by Candlelight Nov. 27— Dec. 25
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PNC Festival of Lights
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden | Nov. 19–Jan. 9
The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden’s annual event features more than 4 million lights strung throughout the zoo, creating a “Wild Wonderland” that delights all ages. Displays range from Under The Sea and The Rainbow Tunnel to The Wild Lights show on Swan Lake and 27 large animal lanterns scattered across the grounds. (First held in the early 1980s, the event requires crews to begin hanging lights in early August in order to be ready for the holiday season.) Other attractions and events that are part of the PNC Festival of Lights include the North Pole Express train, appearances by Santa and his helpers, a search for statues of the zoo’s star hippopotamus in Fiona’s Fairyland, costumed characters and the opportunity to roast s’mores. When it’s time to escape the lower temperatures, multiple heated buildings offer the chance to warm up and see zoo animals. Included in zoo admission, 10 a.m.–9 p.m. PNC Festival of Lights activities begin at 4 p.m. each day. 400 Vine St., Cincinnati 45220, 513/281-4700, cincinnatizoo.org
Conservatory Aglow
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens Nov. 20–Jan. 9
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens shines with this spectacular annual light display that serves as the Columbus landmark’s largest exhibition of the year. New for 2021 is a presentation of various topiary
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animals residing in cozy illuminated habitats. There is also a kid-focused Candyland area with a lit-up lollipop forest and a life-size gingerbread house. Returning favorites from years past include the Glass Ornament Trees, decorated with hundreds of beautiful orbs, the Rainbow Tunnel (illuminated with a seasonal color scheme), the Paul Busse Garden Railway decorated for occasion and an animated light show in The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation Children’s Garden. Food and drink will be available to purchase, and unique holiday decor and gifts can be found at the Botanica Gift Shop & Greenhouse. 5–9 p.m. (the conservatory closes at 4 p.m. and reopens at 5 p.m. for Conservatory Aglow). 1777 E. Broad St., Columbus 43203, 614/715-8000, fpconservatory.org
Deck the Hall
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens Select nights Nov. 26–Dec. 30
Feel the nostalgia and warmth of the Christmas season at Akron’s historic Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, as the former estate of Goodyear & Tire Rubber Co. co-founder F.A. Seiberling is transformed into a holiday spectacle. A variety of rooms inside the manor house are staged to a different theme each year. The 2021 edition is “Lights, Camera, Christmas!” and the mansion will be decked out in the style of family favorites and classic Christmas movies. Decorations include 25 trees and a movie-theater-themed Reception Room. Outside, explore the 70-acre grounds and take in the display of 1 million holiday lights. “Dazzle,” a choreographed light show in the Great Garden, is synchronized to holiday music. As visitors explore the grounds they can enjoy hot chocolate, cider and gingerbread as well as other festive concessions. Santa makes an appearance each night as well. Visit website for nights and hours. 714 N. Portage Path, Akron 44303, 330/3153287, stanhywet.org
Journey Borealis
Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum Nov. 19–Jan. 2
This drive-through display among the rolling terrain of Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park in Hamilton features more than 1 million lights. Dubbed “Journey Borealis,” the show is created as an illuminated trip to the North Pole. It opens with a half-mile entrance of glimmering trees and arches before winding through the blue-and-white glow of Jerusalem’s Hanukkah celebration. Travelers will also see the Candy Cane Forest (with more than 50 yarn-wrapped trees), the Grinch’s Greenland and Bethlehem’s Birth of Jesus before arriving at the North Pole. Although “Journey Borealis” has a new expanded route, families who have made an annual holiday-season visit to Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park will still see their favorites. For the full experience, visitors are encouraged to download the Otocast app for their smartphones in advance in order to enjoy the show’s soundtrack, performed by the Butler Philharmonic Orchestra and Cincinnati Boychoir. No vehicles larger than a 12-passenger van; Mon.–Thur. 6–9 p.m., Fri.–Sun. 6–10 p.m. 1763 Hamilton Cleves Rd., Hamilton 45013, 513/8681234, journeyborealis.com
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Wildlights
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Nov. 19–Jan. 2
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium’s Wildlights has been a central Ohio holiday tradition since the late 1980s. The zoo becomes a bright and sparkling environment filled with animated displays that total more than 3 million lights. Attractions include the Polar Bear Express train ride that takes visitors through the North America Winter Wonderland as well as camel rides and the 1914 Mangels-Illions Grand Carousel, which was originally located at Columbus’ Olentangy Park. Visitors are invited to gather around Conservation Lake for a S’mores Experience, where they can build their own melty treats while taking in the captivating light display. Indoor areas open during the event include Manatee Coast, Discovery Reef, the Reptile Building, Adventure Coast sea lions and others. Reindeer will also make appearances during the festival, and Santa Claus will be at Polar Frontier through Dec. 23. Sun.–Thur. 5–9 p.m., Fri.–Sat. 5–10 p.m., closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. 4850 Powell Rd., Powell 43065, 614/645-3400, columbuszoo.org
Even as the weather cools down, the season for adventure never stops in Grove City! Whether your ideal adventure includes sledding with your family, handcrafting the perfect gift for your special someone, or a shopping excursion at local boutiques, Grove City has it all. With all of the adventures in store, be sure to make it a weekend trip and find the perfect room at one of 18 Grove City hotels.
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Grove City
Those looking for a fun shopping experience will find it in downtown Grove City. Reserve a time at The Chandler, an inviting store that offers candle-making. Enjoy themed group art classes at the Creative Clinic Center or book time at the Creator’s Studio, a full-service, photography-rental studio, complete with studio lighting, backgrounds and an array of photography sets. Engrave a custom sign at the Laser Foundry or give someone the gift of a unique creative project by picking up a DIY to-go kit from AR Workshops. The store offers kits that include materials to customize giant yard games, plank-style signs for the home and more. Explore some of Grove City’s newest additions to Town Center by stopping by Grove Sheek Boutique or The Look on Broadway.
Plan your visit around Grove City’s holiday events. Visit the Heart of Grove City Mistletoe Market, located in Town Center Park, from 5 to 9 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 3, and 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 4. Browse the lineup of vendors selling interesting gifts and grab a bite to eat at one of the food trucks or local restaurants. The Grove City Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony takes place Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. For more information, go to visitgrovecityoh.com.
Hocking Hills
Ohio’s Hocking Hills region is famous for world-class hiking, and the same breathtaking scenery that attracts visitors from around the world also provides inspiration for the local artists and craftsmen in the community. The works of these talented folks are available in shops and galleries throughout the Hills.
This year, add recreation to your holiday shopping strategy. Explore the Hocking Hills’ scenic trails, then explore the region’s mom-and-pop shops. Here you will find one-of-a-kind creations for everyone on your shopping list. Along the way, you will support small businesses and you could even win a Hocking Hills getaway for four.
The seventh annual Holiday Treasure Hunt runs from Nov. 1 through Dec. 12. With more than 25 shops and galleries participating in the hunt, you could win one of more than 25 prizes, including the grand prize of a Hocking Hills getaway for four. Pick up or download your treasure map. Visit six participating shops and collect a stamp from each location to be entered in the drawing. Treasure maps are available at all participating shops and galleries as well as the Explore Hocking Hills Welcome Center. You can also download the map and all the information you need to begin your Hocking Hills Treasure Hunt at explorehockinghills.com.
Shopping in the Historic Grove City Town Center (above); Rocky Outdoor Gear Store (below left); gifts in the Hocking Hills (below right)
Rocky Outdoor Gear Store
Nelsonville’s Rocky Outdoor Gear Store is the perfect shopping location for all lovers of the outdoors, including seasoned hikers, hunters and fishing enthusiasts. Headquartered in historic Nelsonville and located in the original 1932 factory where Rocky got its start, this outlet has become an integral part of the fabric of this southeast Ohio town.
The outdoor-gear store is home to three floors of footwear, apparel and accessories and offers supplies for any type of outdoor pursuit, whether it’s camping, hunting, fishing or even a beginner’s hike. The store’s variety of high-caliber footwear (brands include but are not limited to Rocky, Georgia Boot, Durango, Muck and Xtratuf) is sure to withstand any weather and terrain.
All kinds of apparel needed for manual work or any outdoor activities can be found in abundance here, and the inventory at the gun-and-archery shop includes topof-the-line brands such as Smith & Wesson, Ruger and Sig Sauer.
To round out the experience, shoppers can finish their visit at the Starbrick BBQ restaurant on the store’s first floor to enjoy quality barbecue and sides. For more information, visit rockyoutlet.com.
Lehman’s
Browse Lehman’s specially chosen gift assortment and delight everyone on your list. Located in Kidron, the expansive store offers a wealth of gift ideas for everyone in the family. Find just the thing for all your favorite foodies, outdoors enthusiasts, homesteaders, kitchen artisans and canning aficionados.
They’ll love Lehman’s old-fashioned stocking stuffers, and you won’t find a selection of old-time and USA-made toys like what you’ll find here anywhere else. Discover the tools and supplies you need to create heartfelt, handcrafted gifts — from cookies and candies to cheese and soap.
There may be no better gift than a Lehman’s exclusive product, made just for Lehman’s by skilled, meticulous craftsmen and perfect for those hard-to-buy-for loved ones. Find handsome wooden toys, like doll furniture and our Lehman’s racer sleds (great fun for snow days). These items are sure to endure generations of play. Lehman’s cast iron skillet clock is the perfect addition to any kitchen, and the Amish-made croquet set will delight the whole family. Whoever you’re shopping for, Lehman’s is here to make sure those perfect gifts arrive on time and are really and truly loved. For more information, visit lehmans.com.
Lehman’s in Kidron has fun finds for the whole family.
Perrysburg
The historic downtown district of Perrysburg offers a charming shopping destination. Just a short hop off I-75, it is easy to find what you’re looking for.
EXPERIENCE THE HARTVILLE TRADITION & CREATE NEW CHRISTMAS SEASON MEMORIES!
Treasures await your discovery as you explore our 200-acre property located 20 minutes from Canton — you’re sure to find something for everyone on your Christmas list! Unique retail shopping from Flea Market to boutique, antiques, tools and toys,
Experience .com sweet tooth treats, clothing, jewelry and more! And when your list is done, relax and enjoy homestyle cooking from time-honored recipes in our spacious dining room. End your day with award-winning pie or a specialty dessert from our in-house Bakery. Experience Hartville — the perfect shopping destination for your Christmas gift giving this year! 1015 Edison St. NW, Hartville, OH 44632 | 330-877-9353 | www.experiencehartville.com
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esther price candies
For over 90 years, Esther Price has used the highest-quality ingredients you’ve come to expect. Give the priceless gift this holiday season with Esther Price Candies assorted chocolates. Visit any of our locations in the Dayton or Cincinnati area or select Kroger and Meijer locations in Columbus, shop online or give us a call to place an order. Voted Ohio’s Best Chocolate three years in a row. 800-782-0326 • estherprice.com
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EVEN SANTA KNOWS! There's something for everyone on your Christmas list! Shop our 200-acre campus for unique gifts from tools to toys, antiques to jewelry, specialty foods, sweet tooth treats and more! Nestled between Akron and Canton, just 60 miles south of Cleveland.1015 Edison St. NW • Hartville 44632 • 330-877-9353 •
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Holmes COunty
You’ll have to reach out to touch that finish and follow the woodgrain with a finger. The beauty is alluring. Whether you’re buying accessory pieces or a whole new custom piece, the furniture-makers in our area are dedicated to quality. They stay on trend with style and finish. Much of our hardwood furniture is produced in family shops, so you know that your purchase is both unique and supporting a local industry. Our craftsmanship will elevate your expectations. 330-674-3975 •
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Indian creek distillery
STILLHOUSE MAPLE SYRUP: The perfect holiday gift! Our locally sourced pure maple syrup is the distilled essence of the tree, a virgin syrup, with the wild delicacy of flavor of blossoms and fresh cut maple wood. When aged in our used Rye whiskey barrels, it soaks up the flavors of the spirit and wood and turns into something decadent and delicious! 7095 Staley Road • New Carlisle 45344 • 937-846-1443 •
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Lake Hope State Park
Give the gift of nature for the holidays this year. Lake Hope State Park has so many exciting things to offer. Stay in one of our cabins and enjoy the warmth of a woodburning fireplace, dine in our ever-popular restaurant at the Lodge, hike one of our trails to experience the peace and serenity of our park and surrounding Zaleski State Forest. 27331 St. Rte. 278 •
Lehman's
CAST IRON SKILLET CLOCK, DÉCOR: What better gift than a Lehman’s exclusive, made just for Lehman's by skilled, meticulous craftsmen and perfect for those hard-to-buyfor loved ones. Our cast iron skillet clock is a great gift for any kitchen. Whoever you're shopping for, we're here to make sure those perfect gifts arrive on time and are really and truly loved. Merry Christmas to you and yours. 4779 Kidron Road • Kidron, 44618 •
800-438-5346 • lehmans.com
HOTEL VERSAILLES
Hotel Versailles, a boutique hotel located in downtown Versailles, Ohio, is expected to be open in spring of 2022 and will feature its own spirited restaurant and lounge named Silas. It will be the perfect holiday gift for experience seekers and foodies. Visit hotelversaillesohio.com or call 937-526-3020 to reserve your next experience. 22 North
Center St. • Versailles 45380 • 937-526-3020 • hotelversaillesohio.com
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Made in Ohio Hand & Body Care Beesential (Cleveland) & Honey Grove Botanicals (Reynoldsburg) Give the gift of pure, natural skin care made right here in Ohio with Beessential Spearmint Foaming Soap, Peppermint Body Wash, Tea Tree Bar Soap, O’Christmas Lip Balm, and Buzz Peppermint Lip Balm. Add a colorful touch with these red and green Ohio Shaped Soaps from Honey Grove Botanicals.
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Tuscarawas County Convention & Visitors Bureau
Distinctive, Small Town Holiday Shopping. Browse the shops in Dover and New Philadelphia to find styles for the whole family, cafes, jewelry, book stores and art galleries offering the perfect gifts! The quaint villages of Gnadenhutten, Zoar and Sugarcreek with hometown appeal and unique gifts to give and to get!
124 East High Ave. • New Philadelphia 44663 • 800-527-3387 • traveltusc.com
Meig is among the shops in downtown Perrysburg.
Centered around Louisiana Avenue, travelers can find a number of clothing boutiques, such as Meig, along with the upscale children’s boutique Kid’s Klothesline. Other shops include Riverfront Candle Co., floral and gift shop Angel 101 and more.
Grab a bite at one of the dining options, such as Swig, a popular choice for delicious casual meals served alongside a lineup of craft beers and spirits. Rose & Thistle offers fine dining with classic European cuisine.
About 3 miles from downtown, shoppers can discover all that Levis Commons has to offer, with brands ranging from Arhaus to J. Jill. The outdoor shopping center features more than 50 retailers, more than 15 restaurants, a movie theater and hotels to extend your visit.
Don’t miss the Downtown Perrysburg Holiday Open House on Nov. 18 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Shops open with special items and promotions to kick off the holiday season. The district is a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area, so you can enjoy a cocktail, beer or wine while you stroll. For more information, go to visitperrysburg.com.
Liberty Center
With 100 acres and home to more than 90 diverse stores, restaurants and entertainment options, Liberty Center is one of Butler County’s most popular shopping attractions.
Find all things Ohio at Celebrate Local, which is focused on selling products made or provided solely by Ohio artists, food purveyors and entrepreneurs. Whether you’re looking for a unique piece of jewelry, tasty madein-Ohio foods, lotions and soaps or Ohio wines and craft beer, this store has a large selection of items that reflect the spirt of the Buckeye State in one way or another.
The creatively named BirdBrain Apparel stocks fun and fashionable clothing such as hoodies, T-shirts, hats and more. Scarlett Grace Boutique offers trendy and sophisticated apparel ranging from comfortable and attractive loungewear to chic dresses perfect for a night out. The children’s-focused apparel store Pen + Nash Co.
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Comfort and Joyous Memories in Ohio Amish Country.
Celebrate the joys of giving. If you have a gift list, this is an excellent opportunity to find the perfect presents. Shops offer seasonal decor and gifts that fit all budgets. Get your Amish Country Ohio Map & Visitors Guide online at visitamishcountry.com or call us at 330-674-3975.
sells books and toys in addition to its selection of clothing that includes adorable toddler sweatshirts and overalls.
Willow’s Home & Gifts showcases elegant and beautiful products, ranging from scented candles, tea-mug gift sets and jars of organic infused honey to adorable baby blankets, bib sets and keepsake spoons. For more information about the shops, restaurants and entertainment options available at Liberty Center, visit liberty-center.com.
Hamilton
Visit the Butler County city of Hamilton and explore a wealth of local businesses. Head to Sara’s House to browse a selection of modern home decor as well as repurposed pieces, gifts and apparel. Looking to cozy up your environment or pick up a charming gift? Check out Wildfire Hygge Goods. Hygge (pronounced hoo-guh) is a Danish word that acknowledges a moment or feeling that is cozy, charming or special, and that sentiment is reflected in the products carried at this home goods and gift store.
Fleurish Home sells unique gifts ranging from barware and tableware to apparel and room decor, while also hosting workshops on topics such as painting your own piece of furniture. Visit a live/work artists collective at Strauss Gallery or browse works by local artists at InsideOut Studio. Visit Main St. Vinyl to buy new and used records.
Stop by kitchen and decor shop, We Love It Too, and check out Petals & Wicks, a scent bar where you can create
Liberty Center and Hamilton (bottom) in Butler County
Experience the magic of Christmas in Michigan’s Little Bavaria.
From horse-drawn carriage rides to experiences that are anything but small, Frankenmuth delivers a magical Christmas vacation the whole family will remember for years to come.
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your own candles, mists, bath-bomb kits, beard wax, oil and balms. Front Room on 7th stocks organic skin care products and essential oils, while Made to Love sells pieces crafted by Haitian artists. For more information, visit downtownhamilton.com.
Keim
Nestled in the rolling hills of Holmes County, Keim is a shopping destination for all things DIY, as well as a trusted source for home improvement and woodworking supplies. Serving Charm, Ohio’s lumber needs for over 100 years, this fourth-generation, family-owned business takes the approach of caring about your projects as if they were their own.
Keim offers great deals for you and your loved ones this season with sale prices that help spread the holiday cheer, and its Holiday Kickoff Sale runs Nov. 22 through Nov. 27 (excluding Thanksgiving Day). Celebrate with 10% off all in-stock and regularly priced items within the Exotic Woodshed, Hardware, Tools, Paint & Houseware, Lawn & Garden and Plumbing & Electrical departments (holiday sale items exclude appliances, Sawstop and Festool products).
Shoppers can also earn a $20 gift card for every $100 spent on qualifying brands. Pass along those savings to a loved one as a great stocking stuffer or use the gift card after the holidays to jumpstart any home-improvement projects of your own. In need of some DIY inspiration? Grab a warm drink and pastry and roam Keim’s kitchen and bath displays as well as the store’s new woodworking display, The Shop. For more information about Keim and its Holiday Kickoff Sale, visit keimhome.com.
Holmes County
When you’re doing your holiday shopping in Holmes County this season, go on a culinary adventure that covers everything from down-home comfort foods to approachable-yet-elegant fare. Try scratch-made baked
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goods and beautifully crafted cheeses. Explore vineyards and modern breweries and find bulk foods to take home to stock your pantry.
Favorite local restaurants include Rebecca’s Bistro, which offers breakfast and lunch dishes in a cozy cafe, as well as Tarragon, the in-house restaurant at The Inn at Honey Run. (Its chef-driven menu is sourced locally as much as possible.) Head to Miller’s Creamery in downtown Millersburg for hand-dipped ice cream, burgers and sundaes.
Amish-inspired cuisine in the area includes Der Dutchman, which offers homestyle Amish meals and enormous desserts, as well as Boyd & Wurthmann Restaurant, with its hearty breakfast, lunch and dinner options and 20 varieties of pie from which to choose.
Several wineries operate in the region, including Sunny Slope Winery, Breitenbach Wine Cellars, Baltic Mill Winery, Doughty Glen Winery (close to Guggisberg Cheese Factory — the birthplace of Baby Swiss) and Han’s Place (part of Broad Run Cheese House). Millersburg Brewing Co. in downtown Millersburg serves beers ranging from the hoppy French Ridge IPA to the grassy and floral Lot 21 Blonde Ale alongside a menu of hearty gastropub fare. For more information, go to visitamishcountry.com
Easton Town Center
Easton Town Center in Columbus is the Midwest’s premier destination for shopping, dining and entertainment with more than 250 best-in-class shops, restaurants and entertainment venues.
Chain Store Age named Easton Town Center the No. 1 Retail Center Experience in the United States in 2021. Easton Town Center received the top honor in 2019 as well. Throughout the pandemic, Easton continued to open new stores and restaurants, including in its New District. Easton also adjusted to the unique needs of shoppers by providing carryout and delivery of products, hosting safe outdoor events and providing one-of-a-kind attractions visitors can only find at Easton Town Center.
Easton’s New District includes 140,000 square feet of new entertainment, restaurant, hotel and retail offerings,
Keim (opposite page) and Troyer Market (above) in Holmes County
in addition to new office space and living options, soon to be under construction.
The New District is home to RH Columbus, The Gallery at Easton Town Center, Aloft Hotel, Arhaus, Boss Gal Beauty Bar, Forbidden Root Brewery, The Beeline, Crimson, Dragon Donuts, LemonShark Poké and Makai Grill, Pins Mechanical, Slurping Turtle, True Food Kitchen and Ivan Kane’s Forty Deuce Cafe & Speakeasy Supper Club. #EnjoyEaston. For hours, directions and more information about these and other locations throughout Easton Town Center, visit eastontowncenter.com.
Experience Hartville
Experience Hartville is a Christmas-season favorite, whether you are looking to buy gifts for everyone on your list, dig into delicious homestyle meals or browse a more-than-300,000-square-foot hardware store. All of this can be found at Experience Hartville’s accessible, 200-acre campus just 20 minutes from Canton.
Especially at Christmastime, this destination helps you make new memories by offering an experience you won’t find elsewhere, thanks to a relaxed atmosphere and the ability to spend time around the table together as a family. Shopping here ranges from the Hartville MarketPlace & Flea Market boutiques, antiques and eclectic mix of retail to The Shops at Hartville Kitchen’s curated collection of fashion, home decor, jewelry, toys and more. The Hartville Hardware Christmas Shop offers 8,000-square-feet of Christmas magic.
Take a break from shopping at Hartville MarketPlace’s Coffee Mill and Sarah’s Grill or share a sit-down meal and enjoy homestyle dining at Hartville Kitchen. The favorite spot serves up time-honored recipes in a spacious dining room. A visit to Hartville Kitchen is best capped off with a slice of pie or other specialty dessert from the restaurant’s on-site bakery. Hartville Kitchen also offers opportunities to experience dinner and a live show, including a performance by the Jordan Family Band on Dec. 9. For more information, visit experiencehartville.com.
Hartville Hardware (above); Easton Town Center’s Urban Hearth (opposite page left) and Frankenmuth in Michigan (opposite page right)
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Frankenmuth, located just 90 miles north of Detroit, promises a unique Christmastime experience. Known to many as Michigan’s Little Bavaria, Frankenmuth is home to intricate German architecture, boutique-lined streets, jingling horse-drawn carriages and the world’s largest Christmas store. The city of just 5,000 residents welcomes more than 1 million visitors throughout the year, and it shines brightest at Christmastime.
Take a walk through Frankenmuth River Place Shops or along Main Street. To enhance the Christmastime experience, holiday lights glow each evening at sundown, including 150 Christmas trees wrapped in white lights. A 40-foot Christmas tree standing in the center of town is decorated with 23,000 lights and comes to life as part of a light and music show.
The Frankenmuth Farmer’s Market changes to a traditional German ChristKindlMarkt outdoor market that includes the finest handmade trinkets, gifts, baked goods and more (open on select weekends from late November through December).
Once your shopping is complete, spend time together at downtown’s Zehnder Park, where you can lace up your skates and enjoy the Frankenmuth Ice Rink. For more information, visit frankenmuth.com. ●
Give the Gift of a simpler life
OH BY GOLLY! Get in the holly jolly spirit by shopping at Lehman’s. Lehman’s has simple gifts for the gardener, the cook, the children, the hard-to-shop-for, and everyone on your list this holiday season. shop anytime at lehmans.com
