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June 2008

My kids love the books, are there any Harry Potter events this summer?

June 29, 2008

Yes, the Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad will have a Muggles Express train ride on July 5, 12, and 19, 2008. In addition to characters on the train and a magic show, tickets include a feast at the Golden Lamb, the historic inn in downtown Lebanon. For tickets call 513-933-8022 or visit www.LebanonRR.com.

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Is the submarine still at Cleveland harbor?

June 24, 2008

Yes, the U.S.S. Cod, a World War II submarine is based at the East Ninth Street pier in Cleveland. Tours of this retired submarine are available at this National Historic Landmark, call 216-566-8770 for more information.

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Where is John Glenn's museum?

June 23, 2008

The John and Annie Glenn Historic Site is in their hometown of New Concord, Ohio. John Glenn was not interested in a museum but agreed to his house being used for educational purposes, and educational programs are featured. For more information call 740-826-3305 or visit www.johnglennhome.org.

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Looking for the Lorain farmers market.

June 20, 2008

The Black River Landing Farmers Market takes place at 421 Black River Road, located off Broadway in Lorain, beginning July 5, and continuing until September 27, on Saturdays from 9 am to 2 pm.
Nearby the Oberlin Farmers Market, located next to City Hall on Main Street in Oberlin takes place every Saturday from 9 am [...]

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Looking for a resort with cabins at Berlin Lake.

June 18, 2008

You are probably looking for Philabaum Hidden Cove Resort at Berlin, they have cabins to rent in different sizes. There are also several campgrounds at Berlin. Call 330-584-3695 or visit www.philabaumhiddencoveresort.com.

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When is Vintage Ohio?

June 17, 2008

Vintage Ohio, Ohio's great wine festival, will take place August 1 and 2, 2008 at Lake Farm Park in Kirtland, Ohio. For tickets and more information call 800-227-6972 or visit www.visitvintageohhio.comm.

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Russell is looking for a romantic getaway around Akron.

June 12, 2008

One of the most romantic spots in the area is the Inn at Brandywine Falls, located in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, it overlooks a beautiful waterfall. The bed and breakfast is located at 8230 Brandywine Road in Sagamore Hills, Ohio. For reservations call 216-467-1812.

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We are looking for a cemetery tour.

June 8, 2008

Margy Vogt takes visitors on an excellent cemetery tour in Massillon, call 330-832-8469; Kimberly Kenney does cemetery tours from the William McKinley Presidential Library and Museum, call 330-455-7034; or call Trolley Tours of Cleveland, 216-771-4484.

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Is there a tour of the lighthouses along Lake Erie?

June 6, 2008

Lake Erie Coastal Ohio has prepared a self-guided tour of the lighthouses and maritime heritage areas along Ohio's Lake Erie Coast. This is also a National Scenic Byway. To get a copy call 800-441-1271 or visit www.coastalohio.com.

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What happened to Geauga Lake?

June 4, 2008

Unfortunately after the park closed for the season in 2007, owner Cedar Fair decided not to reopen the amusement park, and they are in the process of selling off the rides. The only thing open this year is their Wildwater Kingdom, located on the site of the former Sea World in Aurora, Ohio. [...]

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