Published March 2021 During Lent (the period between Ash Wednesday and Easter on the Christian calendar) folks in northern Ohio look forward a concurrent season…Friday night fish fry season! The fish fry became popular in the 1920s and ‘30s among German-descended Americans. When pubs were not…
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Published December 2020 The city of Vermilion is known for its quaint downtown and lakeside charm. Now it is also known for its public art! Vermilion’s first public art installation, The Postcard Project , debuted in segments throughout 2019 and 2020 and is now available in its completion for public…
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Helping maritime captains navigate the Great Lakes for centuries, lighthouses mark coastlines and show safe entries to harbors. They are also popular among shoreline lovers for their unique beauty and photo opportunities. The Shores & Islands region is home to eight lighthouses, six of which can be…
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Published July 2020 Travel writers, bloggers, and social media influencers literally travel for a living. It is their job to visit travel destinations and scope out the best attractions and the coolest experiences. Many of these seasoned professionals have visited the Shores & Islands region over…
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Published July 2020 One of the most important natural resources in the Shores & Islands region is our great Lake Erie. Not only does it provide fresh drinking water for the area, but it offers hours of recreational fun, from swimming to boating to fishing. While our Lake Erie beaches are popular…
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Updated August 2021 Continuing our Discovering Downtown series, we take you to Sandusky and other towns in the East Lake Erie Shores & Islands neighborhood. The waterfront town of Sandusky continues its amazing revival. Named 2019’s “Best Coastal Small Town in America” by readers of USA Today , the…
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Updated June 2021 Sunny weather has arrived! When summer hits, and especially with the current climate, spacious outdoor dining areas are a great way to support locally-owned restaurants. Looking for local dining with outdoor patios, decks, or picnic tables? Here are a few of the many outdoor…
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Published February 2020 Looking for a little romance in your life? A quick getaway might be just what you need to spark the fire or reignite the flame in your relationship. With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, Ohio’s Lake Erie Shores & Islands offers a number of getaway ideas for two…
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Doesn’t it feel good to support small business? Especially in this holiday season, consider buying gifts from a local maker or crafter, get-together at independently-owned bars and restaurants, and patronize smaller businesses for your holiday needs. When you spend money in the local community, you…
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There’s just something about being “home for the holidays.” Which, for Shores & Islands locals, means some pretty unique seasonal activities that don’t happen anywhere else. One thing our communities specialize in is making everyone feel like they’re “home” thanks to our Midwest hospitality. So…
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