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Attractions
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Cleveland Browns Stadium: Where Cleveland bleeds brown and orange
(Aug 2, 2010)
Cleveland Browns Stadium: Where Cleveland bleeds brown and orangeIt's hard to come to Cleveland without setting your sight on the massive Cleveland Browns Stadium. Located at the North Coast Harbor, the Cleveland Browns Stadium opened in 1999. The old stadium was torn down in 1997 to make room for the immense 73,200+ seat facility, which cost nearly 300 million dollars to build. The new stadium is situated on 31 acres of lakefront property near the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Great Lakes Science Center.
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The Purple Rose Theatre Company: An American beauty of a playhouse
(Jul 9, 2010)
The Purple Rose Theatre Company: An American beauty of a playhouseWhat if you could magically recreate intimate, cutting-edge theaters like New York’s late, lamented Circle Repertory in the Midwest? Then you would have the Purple Rose Theatre Company, a gem of a theater in Chelsea, Mich. The theater is just 15 minutes from Ann Arbor and an hour from either Detroit or Battle Creek.
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Dave & Buster's: Family fun in Westlake
(Jul 4, 2010)
Dave & Buster's: Family fun in WestlakeWhether you're looking for a little family fun, a great place for date night or the perfect setting for a birthday party, Dave & Buster's in Westlake is the ideal destination. It's safe to say that this versatile destination has something for everyone.
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Lakewood North Union Farmers Market: fresh and local each summer
(May 11, 2010)
Lakewood North Union Farmers Market: fresh and local each summerLocated in the front of Kauffman Park on the Arthur Avenue extension, the Lakewood North Union Farmers Market is the perfect place for a quick stop on your work lunch break or a destination to spend the morning and afternoon.
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Cleveland's Goodtime III: not just a good time, a great time!
(May 2, 2010)
Cleveland's Goodtime III: not just a good time, a great time!The GoodTime III luxury cruise ship has been an icon on the shores of Cleveland since 1958. The five-deck vessel offers a fully enclosed first deck with air conditioning, a dining area and dance floor. Other decks are semi-opened, and the top level is great for getting a summer tan or enjoying the twinkling stars in the night sky.
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Lolly the Trolly Tours: As classic as the city of Cleveland itself
(Apr 28, 2010)
Lolly the Trolly Tours: As classic as the city of Cleveland itselfLolly the Trolley of Cleveland have been a city icon for more than 40 years. This old-fashioned street car, with its shiny red and green paint and the familiar "Ding! Ding!" of its bell, is as iconic to Cleveland as the Terminal Tower.
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Great Wolf Lodge: Splash with the fam in Sandusky
(Mar 28, 2010)
Great Wolf Lodge: Splash with the fam in SanduskyThe Great Wolf Lodge indoor water park is the perfect Northeast Ohio destination for family fun. This large indoor water park has everything you could ask for in a family style resort -- twisting water slides, cool pools, a lazy river, wet playground, four restaurants, a bar and plenty of comfy accommodations to make your stay worthwhile.
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African Safari Wildlife Park: go wild this summer!
(Mar 26, 2010)
African Safari Wildlife Park: go wild this summer!Port Clinton's African Safari Wildlife Park is wildest family destination this side of the Prime Meridian. Featuring dozens of animals including friendly giraffes, zebras, warthogs and Scottish Highlanders (famed for their impressive horns), the drive-through portion of the safari puts visitors up-close-and-personal with even the most exotic of animals.
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Grand Pacific Junction: a great place for everyone
(Oct 4, 2009)
Grand Pacific Junction: a great place for everyoneAt the Grand Pacific Junction Historic Shopping District in nearby Olmsted Falls, you'll feel as if you've stepped back more than 100 years to a time that was a bit more simple and a trip into town meant getting all gussied up. From the antique locomotive to the century-old horse-drawn carriage displays, the Grand Pacific Junction brings the turn-of-the-century lifestyle back to life.
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Detroit Historical Museum: A lot more than just automobiles
(Sep 24, 2009)
Detroit Historical Museum: A lot more than just automobilesThis metropolitan museum explores the diverse and colorful history of Detroit through artifacts and unique and creative exhibits.
Bars and Nightclubs
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McCarthy's Alehouse: Fun and Friends in Lakewood
(May 11, 2010)
McCarthy's Alehouse: Fun and Friends in LakewoodLocated on the popular Detroit Avenue bar stretch in Lakewood, McCarthy's Alehouse is a long-time Lakewood institution. One of the busiest bars in the city, McCarthy's is well-known for its low drink prices, excellent bar food (think wings and burgers) and kickin' live music and deejays on weekends.
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Anatomy Nightclub and Ultra Lounge: 'Europe in Cleveland'
(Apr 7, 2010)
Anatomy Nightclub and Ultra Lounge: 'Europe in Cleveland'Anatomy Nightclub and Ultra Lounge is self-described as "Europe in Cleveland." This chic, trendy club is located in the popular Warehouse District in the old "Cloud 9" property.
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Shooters on the Water: wine, dine and unwind
(Apr 27, 2009)
Shooters on the Water: wine, dine and unwindShooters on the Water in Cleveland’s famous Flats District provides top-notch entertainment set apart by the locale of this landmark Cleveland establishment.
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Traffic Nightclub a hotspot for dance fanatics
(Apr 27, 2009)
Traffic Nightclub a hotspot for dance fanaticsTraffic Nightclub in Cleveland's Warehouse District is sure to be a good time — especially if you love to dance.
Businesses
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Blackbird Baking Company: Artisan bread and pastries for all occasions
(Aug 22, 2010)
Blackbird Baking Company: Artisan bread and pastries for all occasionsBlackbird Baking Company, a new bakery featuring homemade pastries and artisan breads, is located on Sloane Avenue in Lakewood. This bustling facility attracts customers with its glorious aromas -- fresh, yeasty French baguettes, buttery croissants and sweet, chewy peanut butter cookies -- all smelled long before they're seen.
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Gypsy Beans and Baking Company: Breakfast, brunch, dinner or anytime at all
(Aug 5, 2010)
Gypsy Beans and Baking Company: Breakfast, brunch, dinner or anytime at allLocated in the heart of the Gordon Square Arts District, Gypsy Beans and Baking Comany is the ideal place to enjoy hot coffee, cappuccino, lattes, teas, pastries or even gourmet sandwiches, soups and salads. Bring along your laptop for free WiFi, sit back and read the newspaper or simply enjoy conversation with friends in the comfort of this cozy coffeeshop and bistro.
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Mootown Creamery: Creamy, frozen confections straight from the source
(Aug 1, 2010)
Mootown Creamery: Creamy, frozen confections straight from the sourceAt MooTown Creamery in Berea, the ice cream is never in short supply-- and neither are friendly faces. From the very moment you walk into this popular west side ice cream shop you'll find it hard to frown. Go ahead-- try! I'll betcha' don't last more than a minute.
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Honey Hut Ice Cream Shoppe: Rich, creamy, local goodness
(Jul 24, 2010)
Honey Hut Ice Cream Shoppe: Rich, creamy, local goodnessCleveland's Honey Hut Ice Cream Shoppes are synonymous with family, friends and summertime. There is just something about licking a cone of your favorite Honey Hut ice cream flavor and trying to beat the warm air as it tries to melt the ooey-gooey goodness all over your hands that just screams summer in Cleveland.
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A Cookie and A Cupcake: Sweet Treats for Any Occasion
(Apr 16, 2010)
A Cookie and A Cupcake: Sweet Treats for Any OccasionIf you're in Cleveland, no one is as proficient at providing sunshiny-deliciousness to hungry patrons as Tremont's "A Cookie & A Cupcake" bakery. From light, airy buttercream to smooth, rich chocolate ganache, A Cookie & A Cupcake has all of their decadent treats covered (pun intended).
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Cleveland State University: Engaged learning
(Apr 12, 2010)
Cleveland State University: Engaged learningCleveland State University is a public research facility located in downtown Cleveland. A student body of about 16,500 makes it the largest higher-education facility in the Cleveland metro area. This public research university is located in urban downtown Cleveland on Euclid Avenue.
Events
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Purple Rose’s 2010–11 season: Four home-grown world premiere plays
(Jul 11, 2010)
Purple Rose’s 2010–11 season: Four home-grown world premiere playsIn celebration of its 20th season, the Purple Rose Theatre Company’s 2010–11 season will have a whopping four world premiere plays — all by Michigan playwrights!
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Cleveland Irish Cultural Festival: 28 years of music, dancing, Irish fare and more
(Jul 8, 2010)
Cleveland Irish Cultural Festival: 28 years of music, dancing, Irish fare and moreWhether you're a full-blooded Irishman or you just think your cousin's friend's uncle's brother might have a cat named O'Malley who likes to eat corned beef , the Cleveland Irish Cultural Festival is a great place to bring your family to this summer. From Irish dancers to folk music and traditional Irish crafts, The Cleveland Irish Cultural Festival has something for both the Irish and the Irish at heart
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Madcap Puppets bring Wild West to Southfield Library
(Jun 20, 2010)
Madcap Puppets bring Wild West to Southfield LibraryHey, buckaroos! Pack a picnic, bring a blanket and come to Madcap Puppets’ free performance on July 14 at the Southfield Library: the zany puppet performance, Target Dinner Theater: Annie Oakley’s Wild West Show.
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Avon Heritage Duct Tape Festival: Fun that sticks with you
(Jun 7, 2010)
Avon Heritage Duct Tape Festival: Fun that sticks with youThe Avon Heritage Duct Tape Festival packs more fun than you ever thought this versatile adhesive product could deliver. From colorful contests and creative crafts that involve the terrific tape, the Avon Heritage Duct Tape Festival is sure to create memories that will stick with you for years to come.
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Berea National Rib Cook Off: Where Clevelanders go hog wild!
(Apr 20, 2010)
Berea National Rib Cook Off: Where Clevelanders go hog wild!Ahhhhh! Can you smell it? Rich hickory smoke and the savory scent of meaty ribs sizzling on the hot grill. It's the unofficial beginning of summer in Cleveland, and boy, does it smell good!
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IX Indoor Amusement Park: Loads of fun for 21 years!
(Mar 10, 2010)
IX Indoor Amusement Park: Loads of fun for 21 years!The I.X. Center's Indoor Amusement Park has been a Cleveland-area tradition for 21 years, and it doesn't look like that will be changing any time soon. From rides to games to entertaining shows, the I.X. Indoor Amusement Park is the perfect family attraction.
Restaurants
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Frankie's Italian Cuisine: Where pasta meets perfection
(Aug 24, 2010)
Frankie's Italian Cuisine: Where pasta meets perfectionWhen you dine in at Frankie's Italian Cuisine on Great Northern Boulevard in North Olmsted, you're taken back to old world Italy. The smells of sauteing garlic and melting butter combine in the air to tantalize your taste buds before you even sink your teeth into any of this popular west side restaurant's robust menu items.
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Peppers Italian Restaurant: Locally-owned Italian entrees and pizzas
(Aug 23, 2010)
Peppers Italian Restaurant: Locally-owned Italian entrees and pizzasIf you're in the mood for true, authentic Italian food in a family-friendly atmosphere, look no further than Peppers Italian Restaurant. Located on Detroit Avenue, Peppers is in the heart of Lakewood. Well-known for its robust Italian dishes at extremely reasonable prices, Peppers features a quaint, Italian countryside-themed dining room and quiet Italian music in the background.
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The Blue Snapper Grill and Bar: A tropical getaway in Middleburg Heights
(Aug 2, 2010)
The Blue Snapper Grill and Bar: A tropical getaway in Middleburg HeightsIt might be located just 15 minutes south of downtown Cleveland off of Interstate 71, but the Blue Snapper Grill and Bar in Middleburg Heights is decidedly tropical. In fact, just entering through the establishment's front door will have you swearing that you're on a vacation in the Florida Keys.
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Casita de Lago: A different kind of Mexican fare
(Aug 2, 2010)
Casita de Lago: A different kind of Mexican fareLocated in charming downtown Berea, Casita de Lago restaurant is a Mexican food lover's paradise. This quaint establishment possesses the perfect amount of mom-and-pop-style charm with the cuisine of a more formal eatery. From Mexican classics like ground beef burritos with refried beans and spicy rice to finer favorites like the Pollo a la Crema-- grilled chicken breast strips with tender mushrooms in a creamy parmesan cheese sauce, Casita de Lago is not even a point short of perfecto.
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Brown Derby Roadhouse: Aged steaks and fresh seafood in a neighborhood near you
(Aug 1, 2010)
Brown Derby Roadhouse: Aged steaks and fresh seafood in a neighborhood near youIf you love thick, juicy steaks and other meaty favorite fresh off the grill, you'll love The Brown Derby Roadhouse. Walk through the front doors of this popular Middleburg Heights restaurant and let the delicious smells from the open grill make your mouth water.
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Midway Oh Boy: Diner-style tradition in nearby Elyria
(Jul 8, 2010)
Midway Oh Boy: Diner-style tradition in nearby ElyriaFor more than half a decade, Midway Oh Boy has been gracing locals and out-of-towners with its old-fashioned American cooking. From burgers to meatloaf to fried fish and chicken wings, Midway Oh Boy is nothing short of a Northeast Ohio tradition.
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Nunzio's Pizza: Voted best pizza in Cleveland
(Jul 4, 2010)
Nunzio's Pizza: Voted best pizza in ClevelandNunzio's Pizza, voted Number One Pizza by Best of Cleveland in 2009 and 2010, serves up old-world style pie that national chains just can't duplicate. From the homemade tomato sauce to the golden-brown, chewy crust to the ooey-gooey, creamy melted mozzarella cheese, Nunzio's pizza is king in Cleveland.
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John Q's Steakhouse: A downtown Cleveland icon for quality
(Jul 4, 2010)
John Q's Steakhouse: A downtown Cleveland icon for qualitySince 1979, John Q's Steakhouse has been serving fine fare to Clevelanders on Public Square. This fine dining establishment has long been regarded as an icon in the city, serving up premium-quality Angus steaks in an impeccable atmosphere that is simply timeless.
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Vintage House Cafe: An Avon tradition
(Jun 16, 2010)
Vintage House Cafe: An Avon traditionLocated just 20 minutes west of downtown Cleveland in beautiful Avon, The Vintage House Cafe is a wonderful place to enjoy fine cuisine, flavorful wines and sweet desserts with friends and loved ones. Located in a historic home on Detroit Road near the Avon Commons shopping campus, The Vintage House Cafe serves delicious Italian and American dishes with intimate service that is simply unparalleled. The Vintage House Cafe is the kind of place you go when you want to truly impress your company.
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West Park Station: Fun, food and friends in Kamm's Corners
(Jun 16, 2010)
West Park Station: Fun, food and friends in Kamm's CornersThe fare at Kamm's Corners' West Park Station is anything but typical. From pizza to pasta to burgers and shepherd's pie, West Park Station features dishes from Italy, America and even Ireland.
