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1 $5.00 THINGS TO DO DINING SHOPPING MAPS January, February, March 2015 University Circle & Little Italy Cleveland s Cultural Heart Destination Geauga County Ohio s leading producer of Maple products Twelve Days and Nights at the Movies The 39th Cleveland International Film Festival Find FREE Things to Do Wintertime Fun! Larchmere A Charming Shopping Area Downtown and Regional Maps Visit our NEW AND IMPROVED website: cityvisitor.com the most trusted source for visitor information

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3 Contents features Volume 28 Number 1 January, February, March 2015 DEPARTMENTS FREE in Cleveland...5, 11 Wintertime Fun!...12 Relocation...13 Destination Geauga County FREE in Cleveland Federal Reserve Bank Money Museum Cleveland s peculiar paradox: The Money Museum is free! Enriching the Visitor Experience in Northeast Ohio since 1980 Rocco A. Di Lillo Chairman Timothy S. Schmidt President/Publisher Joe Jancsurak Editor FREE COUPONS just a click away...14 Twelve Days and Nights at the Maureen Duncan Advertising Consultant Movies/ The Cleveland International Film Festival Kelly Wilson Advertising Consultant University Circle, with the greatest concentration of renowned cultural, educational, and medical institutions in one square mile in the country, is just four miles east of the center of downtown Cleveland. Little Italy is home to nearly 40 galleries and unique shops and more than 20 restaurants... 6 Unique. We ve picked places for you to see, things for you to do, and events for you to enjoy that you won t find at home. Northeast Ohio offers some of the most exciting, interesting, and unusual venues in the world. Enjoy them...28 Greater Cleveland Map Downtown Map Dining Out Dining on Sunday Shopping Larchmere Shopping Transportation Phone Numbers On our cover: Morton s prime burger and matchstick fries from Morton s, The Steakhouse West 2nd Street, Tower City Center, Downtown Cleveland. For more information, map locations and web links, visit twitter.com/cityvisitorcle Visit the museum and explore the history of money, how it shapes societies and cultures, and its central role in our lives. Find answers to money questions - Why is a dollar worth a dollar? Who makes money? How did we buy things before we had money? Over 25 hands-on exhibits focus on the history of money, its effects on the way we live, and its central role in peoples lives. The museum is open from Monday through Thursday, except for bank holidays. The Museum is located in the lobby of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland, headquarters of the US Federal Reserve s Fourth District. The building, completed in 1923, resembles an Italian palazzo, is clad in pink Siena marble and is on the Register of Historic Places. The door to the original vault is the largest door in the world, supported by the largest hinge ever built. Tours of the bank itself are available on Tuesdays at 2pm and Thursdays at 10am. These are very popular; reservations are suggested. You will need a valid photo ID to enter the Federal Reserve Building. Learn about money; visit an architectural gem; it s free! (1455 East Sixth Street; ) Sheila Lopez Sales & Marketing Manager Nancy Notarianni Art Director Eileen Janowitz Office Administrator Memberships Positively Cleveland; Akron/Summit Convention and Visitors Bureau; Canton/Stark County Convention and Visitors Bureau; Adventures in Northeast Ohio City Visitor, Inc Granger Road, Suite 600 Independence, Ohio phone: fax: info@cityvisitor.com Copyright 2015 City Visitor is a registered trademark of City Visitor, Inc. No part of this publication may be reproduced or duplicated without the written permission of the publisher. Visit Cleveland Coupons/Deals Visitor Value Pass Coupons Get Yours! Everything`s MORE FUN when you`re saving money. Start saving now by printing Visitor Value Pass coupons from several great attractions, shopping and dining locations in Northeast Ohio. Designed to provide savings for a family of four. You can see more and pay less...now that`s fun! 4 Cleveland Visitor Cleveland Visitor 5

4 UniversityCircle & Little Italy CLEVELAND S CULTURAL HEART Cleveland has always been a great town for culture, thanks to financing by the city s pioneering industrialists who spent lavishly to give it treasures for the ages. Here is a quick tour of some of University Circle the country s greatest concentration (one square mile) of renowned cultural, educational, and medical institutions. Adjacent to University Circle you ll find the dynamic Little Italy neighborhood: a vital, exciting place to live or visit since the mid 1800s. Little Italy is home to nearly 40 galleries and unique shops, more than 20 restaurants, many professional-service businesses, two schools, and Holy Rosary Church. Spend a day walking, viewing, shopping, dining, and enjoying the Italian way of life Cleveland style. University Circle is home to one of the country s most celebrated museums, The Cleveland Museum of Art, highlighted by the opening of its 39,000-square-foot atrium as the lightfilled centerpiece of the dramatically enlarged institution. One of the largest public rooms in town, the atrium is worth a visit in itself. Stop by Gallery One, featuring the largest multitouch microtile screen in the U.S., displaying images of over 3,500 objects from the museum s world-renowned permanent collection. This 40-foot Collection Wall allows you to shape your own tours of the museum and to discover the full breadth of the collections on view throughout the museum s galleries. (11150 East Blvd.; 888.CMA.0033) Something BIG awaits you at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. Now through April 19, 2015, Mammoths & Mastodons: Titans of the Ice Age explores this artic world through an exciting collection of skeletons, casts, tusks, preserved flesh, immersive media, and engaging interactives. Discover how mammoths and mastodons lived with other giant creatures like short-faced bears and saber-toothed cats. Joust with mammoth tusks. Touch the teeth of the colossal mastodon and feel mammoth fur between your fingertips. Create your own cave art and learn why early humans both hunted and honored these majestic animals. Museum visitors will discover answers to many questions such as how these creatures balanced their heavy John Weinstein 2009 The Field Museum tusks, how much a mammoth ate in a day, and how elephants talk to each other. Also showcased in the traveling exhibit will be the Museum s Hartley mastodon, a small adult female mastodon found preserved in a bog near Salem, Ohio. The complete skull, one tusk, and two vertebrae of this local find will be on display. The exhibition, developed by The Field Museum in Chicago, brings to life how these animals lived and their interactions with one another and with ancient humans. Geared for all ages, come experience the wonder the whole family will appreciate. (1 Wade Oval Drive; ) Where can you go for a spin, become a Downton Abbey-ish fashionista, and get your game on? Visit the Western Reserve Historical Society. After 14 years of hard work and plenty of patience, perhaps the biggest attraction ever for WRHS became a reality. Look, touch, and ride as WRHS unveils the restoration of an area treasure the Euclid Beach Park Grand Carousel. Two rides are included with the cost of admission. Each additional ride is $3, and rides are available on first-come, first-serve basis. If you re a football fan, you may be thinking of Super Bowl 2015, but WRHS will take you back 50 years with its 1964: When Browns Town was Title Town exhibit. WRHS invites you to remember-when the last professional sports championship came to Cleveland. Relive the season through never-before-seen game footage, sideline photographs, hall of fame player profiles, interactive displays, and more. And if you are game for some flashback fashion, In Grand Style showcases luxury and local history through 35 ensembles from the historic costume collection of WRHS. The pieces span from 1870s to the early 1930s, a period comparable to the one depicted in the popular PBS program, Downton Abbey. (10825 East Boulevard; ) In performances at home and around the globe, The Cleveland Orchestra remains one of the most sought-after performing ensembles in the world and Northeast Ohio s most visible international ambassador. The orchestra sets standards of artis- continued on page 8 university circle things & little to italy do Cleveland Visitor Cleveland Visitor photo/roger Mastroianni photo by John Weinstein The Field Museum Euclid Beach Park Grand Carousel Experience a Cleveland icon come back to life. Western Reserve Historical Society History Center WHERE THE ICE AGE AND CLEVELAND COLLIDE Sponsored by: East Boulevard, University Circle THE CLEVELAND MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY THROUGH APRIL 19 CMNH.org This exhibition was created by The Field Museum, Chicago. Local support provided by Dr. Michael E. Gallagher, DDS

5 continued from page 7 tic excellence, creative programming, and active community engagement through concerts at its winter home, Severance Hall, and annual summer Blossom Music Festivals; in residencies from Miami to Vienna; and concert tours throughout the world. Music Director Franz Welser-Möst enters his thirteen year leading the ensemble, with a commitment extending to the Orchestra s centennial in January through March features the fabulous creative works of Mozart, Tchaikovsky, Beethoven, Brahms and more. Come listen, learn and love what Northeastern Ohio proudly calls its own world treasure. (11001 Euclid Avenue; ) Spanish guitar and music from the Andes Mountains set the mood at the Galeria Quetzal, featuring Hispanic folk and fine art. It s a treasure trove of unique articles in all price ranges with textiles, jewelry, ceramics and musical instruments. Drawing from more than 16 Hispanic countries of origin, everything is lovingly made by hand. (12400 Mayfield Road; ) Nearby, Glidden House is a French Gothic-style mansion built in 1910 by the Glidden Paint family and opened in 1989 as a hotel. It s listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Map of University Circle & Little Italy 1. Cleveland Museum of Art 2. Cleveland Museum of Natural History 3. Cleveland Orchestra 4. Galeria Quetzal 5. Glidden House to: location, ambiance, service and beautiful rooms with outstanding amenities make this full-service hotel special. An atrium connects the mansion with the new wing, offering a delightful combination of the historic and the contemporary. The new bar has a sophisticated, eclectic atmosphere and hors d oeuvres that can make a light meal. (1901 Ford Drive; ) La Bella Vita is greater Cleveland s destination for hand-painted ceramic dinnerware, serveware, giftware, fine flatware and glassware from Italy, durable stoneware from Portugal, linens from China & India, and exquisite aluminum serveware from Mexico. As one of the 14 VILLA VIETRI stores in the US, La Bella Vita is a destination, showcase store representing every line of VIETRI Italian E. 115th St. 7 continued on page university circle things & little to italy do,little Italy PENNELLO GALLERY Specializing in Contemporary American, Canadian and Israeli Fine Art & Craft Spring Riders by David Gerstein Mayfield Rd. Cleveland, Ohio Glidden House features 52 beautifully appointed guest rooms & 8 vintage suites Palette wine bar Banquet facilities and meeting space Ford Drive, Cleveland, OH La Bella Vita is the largest Italian tableware & giftware gallery in the Great Lakes States. labellavitacleveland.com One of the 14 VILLA VIETRI showcase stores in the U.S. Located in Historic Little Italy Call for seasonal hours Visit our new tableware specialty store at Eton Chagrin Blvd. in Woodmere, OH University Circle is also home to many other special places. Be sure to return to explore more of this exciting area! 6. La Bella Vita 7. MOCA Cleveland 8. Pennello Gallery 9. Western Reserve Historical Society RUDY RODGERS MEMORIAL 8 SCOUT PARK 9 Cleveland Visitor Cleveland Visitor

6 continued from page 8 handcrafted products with over 120 artists designs. Plus, they'll ship your purchase. (2013 Murray Hill Rd.; ) Pennello Gallery is a unique fine art/ craft and gift gallery located in the heart of Cleveland s Little Italy. Contemporary THINGS TO DO Location Guide D - Downtown E -East Side; W -West Side; S -South; SE-Southeast; SW-Southwest For more information, map locations and web links on locations listed, visit son features compelling stories of the mammoth and mastodon world and their giant friends. The star of the exhibition is a replica of a 42,000-year-old intact baby mammoth specimen named Lyuba (pronounced Lee-OObah) that a Siberian reindeer herder and two of his sons discovered in Lyuba is the most complete and best preserved specimen of her kind. For millions of years they survived, living in temperate climates and on the windswept lands of the frozen north great beasts weighing as much as eight tons and bearing tusks up to 16-feet-long. From fossils to fur, get in touch with this fascinating time and see firsthand why these magnificent animals were both hunted and honored. Open Mon.- Sat. 10am-5pm; Wed. 10am-10pm; Sun. noon to 5pm. Greater Cleveland map inset, A-4 in 1910 by the Philadelphia Toboggan Company and was one of the park s most popular rides until it closed in It featured 58 horses hand-carved from wood. Of those 58 horses, 54 were restored and are part of the ride. Are you also ready for some football and some post-civil War fashion? Catch the 1964: When Browns Town was Title Town exhibit that explores the larger history of the Browns franchise over the 50 years since the championship. Then view notable women s fashions, reminiscent of the beloved Downton Abbey masterpiece classic, that showcase portraits of prominent resident elegance In Grand Style. There s something for every man, woman, and child to remember and enjoy. Open Tues.-Sat. 10am-5pm; Sun. noon-5pm. Greater Cleveland Inset Map, A-5 FREE in Cleveland things to do... And the sound? WOW! The New York Times TICKETS: or clevelandorchestra.com American, Canadian, and Israeli artists are represented in mixed media, jewelry, painting, furniture, photography, ceramics, art glass, wearable art, and sculpture. Many of the gallery s artists do custom work as well. From hand painted, functional wooden home décor pieces, hand blown studio glass, fabulous ceramics, bronze, metal and clay sculpture, original watercolors, oil and acrylic paintings, and unique jewelry, the gallery strives to present the best of the best. (12407 Mayfield Road; ) Kevin Reeves Dori Csengeri Baroque Earrings, exclusively at Pennello Gallery. And another new place to visit is the spectacular, award-winning architect Farshid Moussavi-designed Museum of Contemporary Art. (The building is the first in the US for Moussavi.) MOCA is a sleek, black, and glass and stainless monument to contemporary art. And the interior is even more breathtaking than the outside. (11400 Euclid Avenue; ) CV SIGHTSEEING TOURS D Shamrock Carriages St. Clair Avenue Downtown Cleveland Interested in a romantic horse and carriage ride? How about a fascinating historic and architectural tour of downtown, its neighborhoods, and the lakefront? Want to get picked up (Downtown hotels only) and arrive at your chosen restaurant in style? You can do all or any of these with Shamrock Carriages, downtown s exclusive horse and carriage stable. The carriages operate until 1am and can hold up to four adults each. Prices are $50/half hour ride and $90/hour ride. We recommend the hour it s a lot of fun. Reservations recommended particularly in the summer. Pick up points at Downtown map, G-6, G-8 MUSEUMS & POINTS OF INTEREST E The Cleveland Museum of Art 888.CMA East Boulevard in University Circle Cleveland One of the country s finest art museums, known internationally for its collections of more than 30,000 works from 5,000 years of world history, the Cleveland Museum of Art is one place in town you cannot miss. Highlighted by the opening of its 39,000-square-foot Ames Family Atrium as the light-filled centerpiece of the dramatically enlarged institution. Free, except for some special exhibitions. Greater Cleveland map inset, B-4 E Cleveland Museum of Natural History Wade Oval Drive Cleveland One of the finest natural history museums in North America, The Cleveland Museum of Natural History emphasizes scientific research, conservation and education. This sea- E MOCA Cleveland Euclid Avenue in University Circle Cleveland Did you know Cleveland is home to MOCA Cleveland? The Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland boasts the first U.S. building designed by the internationally acclaimed architect Farshid Moussavi. Open Tues. Sun. 11am 5pm; Thurs. 11am-9pm. Closed Mondays. Greater Cleveland map inset, B-5 D Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum ROCK 1100 Rock and Roll Boulevard Downtown Cleveland Visit the Rock Hall to get the ultimate music experience and see some of the unique exhibits. Paul Simon: Words & Music will feature exclusive candid commentary gathered from hours of filmed interview footage that walks the audience through the personal story of Simon s life and his creative process. This opening marks the museum s first-ever exhibit anchored by first-person narration by the artist. See Common Ground: The Music Festival Experience and come relive the back and front stage phenomenon of the music and the masters. While reminiscing or experiencing for the first time, be sure to take in decades of the Fab Four magic. Paul McCartney s handwritten arrangement for Birthday and Lennon s acoustic guitar used to record Give Peace a Chance. This is your chance to be a part of it all. Open every day 10am-5:30pm; Wed. until 9pm. Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Closed at 5:30pm on Christmas Eve and New Year s Eve. Downtown map, D-9 E Western Reserve Historical Society History Center East Boulevard in University Circle Cleveland Referred to as the finest carousel ever made the Euclid Beach Park Grand Carousel spins into action at the epicenter of Cleveland cultural history. The Grand Carousel was built PERFORMING ARTS E The Cleveland Orchestra Severance Hall Euclid Avenue, University Circle Cleveland Under the leadership of Music Director Franz Welser-Möst, The Cleveland Orchestra has become one of the most sought-after performing ensembles in the world. The orchestra sets standards of artistic excellence, creative programming, and active community engagement through concerts at its winter home, Severance Hall, and annual summer Blossom Music Festivals, in residencies from Miami to Vienna, and concert tours throughout the world. Don t miss another unique kind of concert event from the one and only Cleveland Orchestra. Greater Cleveland map, K-9 D Music Box Supper Club Main Avenue Downtown Cleveland It s a downstairs Supper Club and an upstairs Concert Hall. It s an eat, drink, and be merry waterfront destination with blues, jazz, soul, Americana, rock, punk, roots, country. You name it, the music is emanating from this space. It s The Music Box Supper Club: a twostory concert venue, restaurant, and private events destination located on the West Bank of the Flats in downtown Cleveland. Enjoy wellknown national touring musicians and local Northeast Ohio talent nearly every night of the week. Dine in this world-class restaurant drawing on locally sourced food products obtained through sustainable and ethical resources. Hope to see you there. Downtown map, G-4 CV The Cleveland Museum of Art Celebrating its first century, the Cleveland Museum of Art (except for major exhibitions) remains absolutely free to the public. Enjoy Cezanne, Rubens, Warhol, Schreckengost, Picasso - over 30,000 works of art from 5,000 years of human history. The Museum recently completed its $350 million renovation project, highlighted by the opening of its 39,000-square-foot Ames Family Atrium as the light-filled centerpiece of the dramatically enlarged institution. Free on top of free! Free public tours can help you learn new perspectives and hear great storytelling about the works in the museum s collections. Public tours are offered daily at 1:30pm Tues. - Sun. and depart from the Information Desk in the Atrium, where docent guide and topic will be listed. Stop by Gallery One, featuring the largest multitouch microtile screen in the U.S., with images of over 3,500 objects from the museum s permanent collection. It s here. It s spectacular. It s free! (11150 East Boulevard in University Circle, 888.CMA.0033) 10 Cleveland Visitor 11 Cleveland Visitor

7 wintertime fun sledding, skiing, skating and snow tubing skating West OBM Ice Arena Royalton Road, Strongsville. Indoor open year-round North Olmsted Recreation Center Ice Rink Lorain Road, North Olmsted Serpentini/Winterhurst Arena Lakewood Heights Blvd. Lakewood East The Rink at Wade Oval Outdoor rink located in front of the Cleveland Museum of Art in University Circle East Boulevard, Cleveland. $2 to skate, skate rental $3. Open through March 8. Thornton Park Ice Arena Farnsleigh Road, Shaker Heights. Open year-round Mentor Civic Ice Arena 8600 Munson Road, Mentor. Two regulation ice rinks, a studio rink, lockers and snack bar Winter sports in Northeast Ohio are great fun just ask anyone who s finished sledding to the bottom of a giant hill. So, get on that sled or snow tube, get out on that ski slope, or lace up those skates. Here s a list of just a few of the places to join everyone having fun! sledding Cleveland Metroparks has a number of hills for sledding enthusiasts. Use with caution and only when proper weather/snow conditions exist. Locations on both east and west sides of Cleveland. West Tobogganing at the Chalet Mill Stream Run Reservation Located on Valley Parkway between Routes 42 & 82 in Strongsville. (a short distance from both I-71 and the Ohio Turnpike) Two refrigerated ice chutes operate with or without snow through March 8, weather permitting. Adult all day ticket: $12. Kids all-day ticket: $10. One ride: $6. Westlake Recreation Department Sled Riding Hill Located at Hilliard Boulevard, Westlake. East Cain Park Sled Riding Hill Cleveland Heights. Thornton Park Sledding Hill Multiple hills with varying inclines. The park also has an indoor ice rink Warrensville Center Road, Shaker Heights. Old River Farm Reserved Picnic Area Sledding Area Located off Chagrin River Road in North Chagrin Reservation, south of Chardon Road/Route 6 in Willoughby Hills. Part of Cleveland Metroparks. Orchard Hills Park Sled Riding Hill Part of Geauga Park District. The park also has cross-county skiing trails Caves Road, Chester Township. skiing, snow tubing Downhill Skiing and Snow Tubing Brandywine Ski Resort, 1146 West Highland Road, Sagamore Hills and Boston Mills Ski Resort, 7100 Riverview Road, Peninsula, offer downhill skiing. Equipment rental and instruction are available. Polar Blast Tubing Park, next to Brandywine Ski Resort, offers snow tubing Friday through Sunday. Located in the heart of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Boston Mills also features the steepest ski slope in Ohio. Huge equipment rental area, restrooms, lockers, a cafeteria and a bar Alpine Valley Ski Area, located due east from Cleveland in Chesterland. 11 trails and 72 acres of skiable terrain. Also, an extreme park for snowboarding. Facilities include a ski school, lounge, clubhouse, and ski shop Mayfield Road, Chesterland Cross-Country Skiing Permitted on hiking, bridle, and all purpose trails (that have not been plowed) and the fairways and rough areas of Big Met, Little Met, Shawnee Hills, Seneca, Mastick Woods, Washington and Sleepy Hollow golf courses with a four-inch snow base. When conditions are favorable, cross-country ski trails are groomed at Big Met and Seneca golf courses. For ski conditions call , 24-hours-a-day, 7 days a week. Cross-country ski rentals are available at Big Met Golf Course in Rocky River Reservation when there is a four-inch snow base. For hours call, RELOCATION Northeast Furniture Clearance Center Gilchrist Road Akron, OH Northeast Furniture has a large selection of both new and slightly used furniture available for purchase. Although the Clearance Center has been Akron s best kept secret for over 40 years it has an expansive showroom conveniently located just a quarter of a mile off I-76 at the corner of Gilchrist and Canton Road. Its locality has enabled fast, friendly and efficient delivery to Northeast Ohio. Whether you are looking for new or used furniture, at the Clearance Center you get more than value. You get quality furniture at a fraction of the cost. Browse the variety of well-known manufacturers for your accommodations today. The friendly staff will assist you when you are ready. All major credit cards are accepted. Your purchase can be taken with you at the time of purchase or delivery service is available. Stop in at Akron s best kept secret, The Clearance Center, where stylish furnishings are affordable. Visit for The Clearance Center s daily hours.. CV things to do See Cleveland in a Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride in style. Begin or end your night with a professionally driven carriage ride along Lake Erie. For Reservations: Shamrock Horse & Carriage Tours... serving Downtown Cleveland DID YOU KNOW? The most memorable features of the Lorain-Carnegie Bridge are the 43-foot tall Guardians of Transportation, which line its sides. These four huge double-sided pylons, carved out of sandstone from nearby Berea, Ohio, represent technological advances made in transit, with each Guardian holding a different kind of vehicle in its massive hands. Frank Walker designed the pylons and Henry Hering did the actual sculpting with the help of a number of local stonecutters. The bridge was renamed after repairs in 1983, becoming the Hope Memorial Bridge, in honor of actor Bob Hope and his family - English immigrants who came to Cleveland in William Henry Hope, Bob s father, was a stonemason who worked on the construction of the Guardians in the 1930s. 12 Cleveland Visitor Cleveland Visitor 13

8 Destination Geauga County: visit a simpler way of life. City life is fun, but when you want the quiet beauty of a rural setting populated by those practicing a truly simpler way of life, you ll find it here. Geauga County, it s right around the corner, yet it s worlds away! Make your next destination... Also known as...pancake TOWN U.S.A Geauga County s First Settlement Est Home of the Burton Log Cabin & Sugar Camp We ship worldwide The Log Cabin is Open Year-Round For more information call or visit us online at Orders only call: 800/ Sweet Dates to Visit Geauga County Visit TourGeauga.com for details & directions Jan. 1 mid March weekends (12pm - 10pm) Ma & Pa s Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides Jan. 2 (Fri. 10am - 2pm) Winter Fun Day at Geauga Park District Jan. 17 (Sat. 2pm-7pm) Chardon Tomorrow WinterFest 2015 Feb. 1 (Sun. 12pm - 4pm) Frozen Fest at Geauga Park District Feb. 14 (Sat. 10am - 4pm) Tree Tapping Festivities in Burton *Note: Log Cabin open daily! March 1-29 (Every Sun. times vary) March (Only) in Amish Home Pancake Breakfasts with fresh Geauga Syrup! Various Locations throughout County TourGeauga.com/Maple (for details) March 7-27 (Every Sat. & Sun. 8am - 4pm) Sugaring Open House Festivities Grossman Brothers Maple Products March 7 (Sat. 7:30pm - 10:30pm) Tree Tappers Ball March 15 and 22 (Sun. 12pm - 4pm) Sap s-a-risin! GeaugaParkDistrict.org March 8 (Sun. 1pm - 12am) Tappin Sunday at Chardon Square March 8-29 (Sundays 12pm - 4pm) Maple Stirs at Chardon Log Cabin March and (Sat. and Sun.) Sugaring Open House Festivities Sugarbush Creek Farm Ma & Pa s Maple Sugarin Weekends Richard Maple Products + Several other area producers 14 Cleveland Visitor Did you know that downtown Cleveland is less than an hour away from the world s 4th largest Amish community? Geauga County is where you will find Amish crafts, antiques, unique restaurants, and as Ohio s leading producer of Maple products, some of the state s finest Maple syrup. In short, Geauga County could be the perfect complement to your Cleveland visit. Winter wonders Winter is made even more special in Geauga County by activities such as the horse-drawn sleigh rides at Ma & Pa s in Burton. There, you ll find an eclectic mix of Ohio-made gifts in the nearly 200-year-old log cabin. When the snow starts flying, Pa hitches up the horses for sleigh rides, complemented with maple coffee and homemade bakery. With any luck, you may even spot a black bear during your adventure. The Geauga Park District offers visitors with the good sense to wear an extra layer or two, a magical winter experience. A listing of parks and events can be found at Sweet! When the temperatures begin rising and the sun starts warming the frozen Maple trees, Maple Sugaring season begins. You can learn about sugaring and syrup production at the Burton Log Cabin and Sugar Camp located in the center of Burton circle. Believed to be the only full-time year-round maple-education center in the world, visitors to this attraction can see how sap becomes syrup and better yet, taste the finished product. The syrup and other maple products made here are available for purchase. Also in Burton, is the Geauga County branch of Kent State University, home to an active sugarbush right there on the 87- acre campus. In case you don t know what a sugarbush is, for starters it s not a bush. Rather it s a grove of Sugar Maple trees. Another educational and sweet destination is Sugarbush Creek Farms in nearby Middlefield where the Cermak family demonstrates their modern sugarmaking processes and visitors can shop for maple sugar, butter, and syrup. In nearby Chardon is Richards Maple Products, in business since There you ll find maple syrup in attractive maple leaf-shaped bottles and a range of jams, jellies, and butters. And tucked away in Chardon is Grossman Maple Products, supplier and installer of customized tubing systems. The experts there can answer your questions about modern syrup producing methods. For help with planning your Geauga County adventure, visit DestinationGeauga.com, call TOUR (8687), or download the FREE Geauga Tourism App. And when you re there, stop by the Tourism Office in the center of Middlefield where they ll equip you with a Visitor Guide and more. Sugarbush Creek Farm Madison Road Middlefield, OH Enjoy wagon rides, tours and tastings! Open House Weekends March & Mail order Available! OhioMapleSyrup.com Connect with Tradition at SAP S-A-RISIN! Real Maple Real Producers Pure Geauga All grades of maple syrup, maple sugar candy, granulated maple sugar and maple butter. Grossman Brothers Maple Products Claridon Troy Road Chardon, OH Offering maple products year round Open to the Public EVERY Weekend in March! OhioMapleProducts.com Sundays, March 15 & 22 from 12-4 PM Take a walk through time, collect sap, enjoy music in the lodge and have a taste of the pure sweet stuff for yourself! SWINE CREEK RESERVATION, MIDDLEFIELD TOWNSHIP Connect with Nature All Days of the Year! Pure Maple Syrup Maple Spread Sugar & Cream Candy Honey, Jams, & Jellies Maple Caramel Corn Maple Coated Nuts Maple Barbeque Sauce Maple Beef Jerky Hand-dipped Ice Cream FREE - 1 oz. bag Maple Drop Candies expires April 30, 2015 Cleveland Visitor 15

9 things to do Twelve Nights (and Days) at the Movies The 39th Cleveland International Film Festival $ 2 OFF Tickets Use code: CTYVST A $2.00 discount for our visitors when purchasing your tickets. BY THE NUMBERS Last year s remarkably successful CIFF provided these statistics: 97,804 in attendance $117,326 in challenge match donations 186 feature films 168 short subjects 68 countries of origin 200 guest filmmakers 10,000 volunteer hours In Cleveland, March is a great month for indoor activity like going to the movies. And one of the brighter lights on the Cleveland film scene over the past few years is the Cleveland International Film Festival. Last year s festival, the 38th, wrapped-up with record-breaking numbers. The CIFF had 97,804 admissions during the 12-day event - a 4.9 percent increase over The energy, excitement and enthusiasm of the audiences is contagious. The 39th Cleveland International Film Festival begins March 18 and runs through March 29 at Tower City Cinemas in Downtown s Tower City Center. The Festival presents a spectrum of contemporary international and American independent filmmaking, with more than 186 features and over 160 short subjects from at least 68 countries. In addition to the main program, there is a mosaic of diverse film offerings that should appeal to anyone who s ever gone to any movie. These include American Independents, Cinema En Español, Documentaries, Eastern European films, Family Films, It s Easy Being Green (films dealing with environmental issues), Jewish and Israeli visions, 10% Cinema (lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender films), Pacific Pearls, Pan-African Images, Standing Up (films with a conscience), and Women of the World (films made by women or focusing on women s issues). We re in Cleveland, says Marcie Goodman, Executive Director, but coming to our festival allows people a wonderful opportunity to watch the entire world unveil be- fore them. At the Cleveland International Film Festival, you can experience other countries; you can laugh, cry, and live another culture all under one roof. More than 200 filmmakers and other special guests attend the festival, where they introduce their screenings, discuss their work, and participate in FilmForums (panel discussions that give the audience a chance to talk). So the film(s) you decide to see will most probably allow you to interact with the people who made them. Downtown the Place to Eat You ve come to Cleveland at the right time - to get a great deal at nearly 50 Downtown restaurants. Downtown Restaurant Week February 20 March 1, 2015 This year s Downtown Restaurant Week promises to be bigger and better than before. There are 10 days of dining (including two weekends), with three course prix-fixe menus for $30 at minimum (many restaurants offer more) at the estimated 50 participating eateries. But remember, prix-fixe is a little different from regular restaurant offerings, so it s important to check which restaurants are offering what. And at $15 you can t beat the lunch. Details at the Downtown Cleveland Alliance. ( ). The best way to ensure a seat at the Festival is to become a Festival Member at any one of five levels of membership. Buy tickets online at or in person at the Ulmer & Berne Box Office at Tower City Cinemas. The Festival normally sells one half of the theater for each film in advance; then offers Stand by tickets one hour before show time. Ninety percent of attendees get tickets to the films they want. And with films running from 9am until midnight in 11 theaters, you are certain to find something you like. ( ) Our Downtown Dining Favorites: Blue Point Grille. Great seafood in a breath-taking, high-windowed, elegant setting. Brasa. A wide variety of different cuts of skewered beef, pork, lamb, veal, or chicken. Mallorca. An incredible choice of fish, steaks, lamb, rabbit, chicken, and paella. Morton s, The Steakhouse Cleveland. Club-like atmosphere, with dark mahogany and brass, great service, and even greater entrees. Taza. Committed to the meaning of Taza-fresh, beautifully decorated Lebanese grills promise an unforgettable, exotic experience. Watch your bread bake in the imported Lebanese stone oven or your chef grilling your Shish entrée. Soups are excellent. 16 Cleveland Visitor Cleveland Visitor 17

10 Station Fitch Pearl W. 117th W. 41st Crossview Barr E. 55th E. 130th entry Chaffee Lee Taylor Brandywine Caves Chillicothe Haskins Sperry Snyder maps Walker AVON LAKE Krebs Schwartz Mills EXIT 151 Nagle Barton Root Hawke Bradley Bradley Bagley Lorain Sprague Elyria-Twinsburg Crocker N Station Crocker Greater Cleveland Area Map Map provided by COMMUNICATIONS Stearns BAY VILLAGE Hilliard Porter Cook Dover Center Crocker Park WESTLAKE Columbia Canterbury Butternut Ridge Usher Columbia West River Myrtle Hill Columbia Center Ridge Columbia NORTH OLMSTED Ambiance North Olmsted Brookpark Snell Grafton Lake Erie Boone West OLMSTED FALLS Clague Cedar Point Vall ey Pa Bagley Lindbergh 6 Detroit Westwood Marks Marks rkway ROCKY RIVER Albion Royalton Mastick Wagar W. 210th FAIRVIEW PARK Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport Prospect Front Maya Mexican Restaurant BEREA Wooster Grayto n Eastland Front 2 Puritas Sheldon Pearl y Valle Rocky River Drive Snow Big Cr Engle ay Parkw eek Parkway STRONGSVILLE Drake 6 ALT Cozumel 6 LAKEWOOD 237 EXIT 161 Boston Lake Clifton Hilliard 10 Warren W. 150th Smith BROOK PARK BRUNSWICK Cozumel Grafton Christie's Cabaret Chester Euclid Carnegie Cedar MLK To I-90 Cleveland Museum of Natural History East Cleveland Museum of Art To Downtown approx. 4 miles Wade Oval M LK Webster Whitney Smith MIDDLEBURG Valley P ark way W. 140th Bellflo wer Detroit Madison W. 130th W. 130th Berea Lorain Bellaire W. 130th Sprague Western Reserve Historical Society Glidden House Albion Edgerton Bennet Stumph Boston Babcock 20 Brookpark Big C reek Juniper Case Western Reserve University Cleveland Orchestra Adelbert Ford See Downtown Cleveland Area Map pgs Tiedem an Parkway Pleasant Valley Mattingly Stony Hill West PARMA York Memphis Biddulph York Ridgewood Wallings Ridge Denison W. 73rd BROOKLYN Ambiance Parma Heights Euclid MOCA Cleveland Cornell Mayfield University Hospitals NORTH ROYALTON Murray Hill Cedar Glen b.a. 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11 HOTELS 1. Aloft...F-5 2. Comfort Inn...I Hampton Inn...G Holiday Inn Express...H DoubleTree Hotel...D Hilton Garden Inn Gateway...J Hyatt Regency at the Arcade...G-9 8. Marriott Key Center...G-8 9. Radisson Gateway...I Renaissance Cleveland...H Residence Inn...H Ritz-Carlton Cleveland...H The Westin Cleveland Downtown...F Wyndham Hotel...H Amtrak Station...E The Arcade...G FirstEnergy Stadium...D Burke Lakefront Airport...B City Hall...E Cleveland Public Library...G Cleveland State University...H Wolstein Center at Cleveland State University...J-13 Downtown Cleveland Map 27. Fifth Street Arcades...H (CVB) Positively Cleveland...H Public Auditorium & Convention Center...F County Courthouse...E-7,8 31. Global Center for Health Innovation and Convention Center...F Federal Courthouse...H Diamond Bldg...G Erie Street Cemetery...J Erieview Tower...E Federal Bldg...E Federal Reserve Bank...G Great Lakes Science Center...D Greater Cleveland Aquarium...G Greyhound Bus Terminal...G Quicken Loans Arena (The Q)...I Hanna Bldg...H Hanna Theater...I Huntington Bldg...H Illuminating Bldg...G Progressive Field (Cleve. Indians)...J Justice Center...F Key Center...G Landmark Office Towers...H Lutheran Medical Center- Inset map... J-2 MAP KEY: BLUE DOT=HOTELS BLACK DOT=POINTS OF INTEREST PINK DOT=RESTAURANTS YELLOW DOT=SHOPPING RED DOT= TOURS-CRUISES Map provided by POINTS OF INTEREST PNC Center...H Penton Media Bldg...F North Coast Harbor...B North Point Bldg...D Old Stone Church...G One Cleveland Center...F Playhouse Square Center...H-13 Allen, Ohio, State & Palace Theatres 68. Port of Cleveland...C Powerhouse...G Rapid Transit Station...H Rockefeller Bldg...H-6 72 Horseshoe Casino...H Public Square...G Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum...D Jacobs Pavilion...H St. John s Cathedral...G Settler s Landing...H Star Plaza...I State of Ohio Office Bldg...H Steamship Wm. G. Mather Museum...C Terminal Tower...H U.S. Coast Guard...C U.S.S. Cod WWII Submarine...B West Side Market- Inset map...k Goodtime III 86 RESTAURANTS 90. Blue Point Grille...G Brasa Grill...G Christie s Cabaret...F Mallorca Restaurant...G Morton s...h The Music Box Supper Club...G Taza, A Lebanese Grill...G-6 87 SHOPPING 108. Constantino s Market...G Tower City Center...H-7 TOURS/CRUISES 113. GOODTIME III Cruise Ship...B Nautica Queen Cruise Ship...G Lolly the Trolley... H Shamrock Carriages...G-6, G,8 A B C maps Voted Cleveland s BEST SEAFOOD EVERY YEAR FirstEnergy Stadium COMMUNICATIONS RTA Waterfront Line D RTA Waterfront Line E Global Center for Health Innovations & Convention Center Galleria at Erieview 64 F 102 Powerhouse W.9th St. 100 WAREHOUSE DISTRICT W.6th St RTA Red Line to Airport W.3rd St Public Square Health Line 34 Walnut Perk Plaza THEATER DISTRICT G H Cleveland s Most Popular Restaurant Zagat Survey 56 More info on page 43 RTA B Line Trolley RTA E Line Trolley RTA Health Line 20 Cleveland Visitor Cleveland Visitor 21 The Q Arena Progressive Field Bolivar Erie St. Cemetery E. 14th Street Wolstein Center at Cleveland State UNiv City Visitor Communications closed until June GATEWAY DISTRICT I J K 700 W. St. Clair Ave. Downtown Warehouse District HRcleveland.com

12 Step back in time and experience genuine mid-western hospitality & urban enthusiam in one of our oversized guest rooms at the historic Holiday Inn Express, now one of Cleveland s most comtemporary hotels. Free Breakfast & WiFi Cleveland Downtown 629 Euclid Ave Cleveland, Oh For Reservations : HOLIDAY Dining Dining Guide Key Reservations suggested Menu online cityvisitor.com Valet Parking Private rooms Wheelchair access Patio dining (seasonal) Location Guide D Downtown; E East Side; W West Side; S South; SE Southeast; SW Southwest Dining Price Guide is based on average price per entrée $=up to $12; $$=$13-$24; $$$=$25-$38; $$$$=over $38 All major credit cards accepted except otherwise noted. For more information and map locations on all restaurants listed, visit DINING OUT D Blue Point Grille West St. Clair Avenue at West 6th in the Warehouse District Downtown Cleveland Zagat Survey s Most Popular Restaurant. Cleveland Magazine s #1 Place to be Seen. Voted Best Seafood every year since opening. 75,000 oysters shucked annually. This hip space for seafood and steaks has a bustling bar scene (with its own special lighter menu), prime views of the city through towering windows and an especially attentive staff. Awardwinning wine list. Happy hour 3-6:30pm weekdays; 4-10pm Sun. Open Mon.-Thurs. 11:30am-10pm; Fri. 11:30am-11pm; Sat. 5-11pm; Sun. 4-10pm. $$-$$$ Downtown map, G-6 D Brasa Grill Brazilian Steakhouse West 9th Street at St. Clair in the Warehouse District Cleveland A haven for meat lovers, this authentic Brazilian steakhouse is a festive Churrascaria restaurant, with a fixed menu and price. Servers parade through offering a wide variety of different cuts of skewered beef, pork, lamb, veal, or chicken; your choices are cut tableside until you call it quits. The dining room is a large colorful space that features a floor-to-ceiling Brazilian mural, with smooth Brazilian rhythms, such as Samba and Bossa Nova to get you in the proper mood. Open seven days a week. Full bar. Mon.-Thurs. 4-10pm; Fri. and Sat. 4-11pm; Sunday 4-9pm. $$ Downtown map, G-6 Christie s Cabaret D Cleveland 1180 Main Avenue Downtown Cleveland map, F-3 S Canton 4465 Everhard Road SW Brunswick 1246 Pearl Road Greater Cleveland map, K-3 Christie s Cabaret is an elegant adult show club offering entertainment for men and women. Christie s features some of the most beautiful entertainers from around the world showcased in a lush setting. Enjoy the full bar, champagnes, and wines in a fun and comfortable atmosphere for an experience you won t soon forget. Lunch and dinner specials include steaks, pizza, and pastas. The Cleveland and Brunswick locations were recently renovated. All feature good service and VIP rooms. Open Mon.-Sat. 11am-2:30am; Sun. 4pm-2:30am. $ Cozumel Mexican Restaurant S Independence Brecksville Road Greater Cleveland map, G-8 S Broadview Heights Broadview Road Greater Cleveland map, J-7 SW Brunswick Pearl Road Greater Cleveland map, K-4 W Lakewood Detroit Avenue Greater Cleveland map, E-4 You re never far from this family-owned and operated authentic Mexican eatery. Full-sized portions with just the right level of spice, todie-for tacos and burritos, excellent margaritas, and a friendly, casual atmosphere make this spot a favorite with locals and visitors. A large selection of Mexican beers provides great quaffing partners. Open Mon.-Thurs. 11am-10pm; Fri. 11am-10:30pm; Sat. noon- 10:30pm; Sun. noon-9pm. $ D Mallorca Restaurant West 9th Street Downtown Cleveland Mallorca s Spanish owners provide diners with an incredible choice of fish (minimum of eight daily specialties), steaks, veal, chicken, signature Valenciana paella and more. The impeccable service and quiet, intimate ambiance, combined with the owners serious love for food, makes this a must stop for those who crave Mediterranean food in generous portions. Full bar. Open Mon.-Thurs. 11:30am- 10:30pm; Fri.-Sat. 11:30am-11:30pm; Sun. 1pm- 10pm. (Dinner only) $$ Downtown map, G-6 Maya Mexican Restaurant W 368 W. Bagley Road, Berea Greater Cleveland map, H-3 W 7431 Ridge Rd., Parma Greater Cleveland map, I-6 A sister restaurant to Cozumel, Maya Restaurant s two westside locations also serves consistently great, authentically prepared Mexican cuisine with friendly and attentive servers. A casual, family spot with reasonable prices wins over locals and visitors. Try the chimichangas, carnitas or enchiladas paired with margaritas and you have a winning combination. If you re craving Mexican, Maya is the place. Vegetarian dishes available as well as a children s menu. Open Mon.-Thurs. 11am- 10pm; Fri. 11am-10:30pm; Sat. 12pm-10:30 pm; Sun. 12pm-9pm. $ D Morton s, The Steakhouse West 2nd Street, Tower City Center Downtown Cleveland Renowned for its signature menu and legendary hospitality, Morton s, The Steakhouse Cleveland has a club-like atmosphere, with dark mahogany and brass, leather booths and white tablecloths. USDA prime-aged beef reigns; try the Signature Cut New York Strip. Plus succulent seafood, hand-picked produce, decadent desserts and an awardwinning wine list. Morton s sets the standard for fine steakhouse dining. Reservations recommended. Hours: Bar. Mon.-Sat. 4:45-11pm, Sun. 4:45-10pm. Dining: Mon.-Sat. 5:30-11pm, Sun. 5-10pm. $$-$$$ Downtown map, H-7 D Music Box Supper Club Main Avenue Downtown Cleveland Delight in the sights and sounds of this gorgeous waterfront concert venue, restaurant, Our Choices continued on page Cleveland Visitor RESTAURANT MENUS ONLINE AT cityvisitor.com/cleveland/dining/search Cleveland Visitor 23 dining Peppermint Thai The large array of rice, noodles and create-your-own curry dishes make this restaurant an East Side hot spot. First, order a Thai Sangari and sample a chicken satay appetizer, with homemade peanut sauce. Classic preparations are available alongside signature mango curry with chicken, and shrimp and lemon grass chicken dishes. Try the Romantic Fish, steamed walleye in a mild Malay curry sauce. They will gladly prepare any dish vegetarian. Peppermint Thai Cuisine, Pinetree Rd., Pepper Pike; Music Box Supper Club Cleveland s music scene blends rock, jazz, soul, and more, all of which can be heard at the Music Box Supper Club, a twostory venue on the West Bank of the Cuyahoga River in the Flats, where patrons can enjoy national and local musicians at the downstairs Supper Club and the upstairs Concert Hall and a nice meal. The Music Box sources food products locally and through sustainable resources. Appetizers include white cheddar mac n cheese, wonton crisps, truffle fries, and soups of the day. Plus there are burger and vegetarian specials, flatbreads, entrees, and desserts. Dinners are served to concertgoers and non-concertgoers alike. Door times and concerts can be found at If you re booking a wedding, party, meeting, or business dinner, the Music Box will likely exceed your expectations with its waterfront views and access, decks overlooking downtown, and flexible floor plans. Music Box Supper Club, 1148 Main Avenue, Cleveland;

13 Cozumel authentic mexican cuisine! with exceptional service! & MAYA TWO GREAT MEXICAN RESTAURANTS Family-Owned Full Bar Vegetarian Dishes Children s Menu 6 locations featuring great food and fun! Independence Brunswick Broadview Heights Lakewood Berea Parma cozumel.com elmayarestaurante.com Dining Music Box Supper Club continued from page 23 and private events hotspot. Located on the West Bank of the Flats in downtown Cleveland, music of all genres can be heard here, and fine dining can be enjoyed in the world-class restaurant, where dinners feature locally sourced food products through sustainable and ethical resources. The restaurant is open on concert nights only, though it serves concertgoers and non-concertgoers alike. Reservations suggested. $$ Downtown map, G-4 E Peppermint Thai Cuisine Pinetree Road Pepper Pike Located at Landerwood Plaza at Lander Circle Genuine, handmade decorations from Thailand and wood tables make a cozy atmosphere in this authentic restaurant. (The owners are from Thailand.) Signature dishes include Salmon Choo Chee with curry sauce and kaffir lime; mango curry with chicken and shrimp; chili duck, glazed with a spicy sauce; Lady in Green, steamed salmon wrapped in napa cabbage with yellow curry sauce and crispy spinach; and a spicy pad Thai country-style. Also look for the menu s vegetarian corner. You can control the heat level in your entrée, just ask. Full bar. Open Mon.-Thurs. 11:30am-3pm and 5-10pm; Fri. 11:30am-3pm and 5-10:30pm. Sat. 4-10:30pm; Sun. 4-9:30pm. $$ Greater Cleveland map, F-12 (for 4 or more), TAZA, A Lebanese Grill E Woodmere Chagrin Boulevard (Eton) Greater Cleveland map, F-11 D Downtown Cleveland West Sixth Street Downtown map, G-6 Committed to the meaning of Taza-fresh, these beautifully decorated Lebanese grills promise an unforgettable, exotic experience. You can watch your bread bake in the imported Lebanese stone oven, or your chef grilling your Shish entrée. Soups are excellent. Try the Samakeh Seana - five spice crusted ahi tuna topped with a parsley zaatar (a wonderful blend of herbs) pesto sauce, served with vegetable couscous. Full bar. Happy Hour (Downtown only) Mon.-Fri. 4-7pm. Thurs. is Martini Night with $4 martinis from 4-7pm. Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 11am-10:30pm; Fri.-Sat. 11am-11:30pm; Sun. 11am-10pm. $$ cv Dining on Sunday Downtown Blue Point Grille Brasa Grill Brazilian Steakhouse Christie's Cabaret Mallorca Morton s, The Steakhouse Music Box Supper Club Taza, A Lebanese Grill East Peppermint Thai Cuisine Taza, A Lebanese Grill West Cozumel Mexican Restaurant Lakewood Maya Berea Parma South Cozumel Mexican Restaurant Broadview Hts Cozumel Mexican Restaurant Independence Southwest Christie s Cabaret Brunswick Cozumel Mexican Restaurant Brunswick dining Award-winning Thai Cuisine! Your favorite dishes from Thailand, prepared with the leanest possible cuts of beef, poultry or pork and delicately balanced with fresh vegetables, herbs and spices. Our dishes are prepared without MSG and minimize the use of oil and salt, without compromising flavor. In addition, dishes may be prepared according to preference, upon request Pinetree Rd., Pepper Pike, OH peppermintthaicuisine.com Just a mile from Chagrin Blvd. hotels PRIME STEAKS. LEGENDARY SERVICE. Fine Wine Private Dining Exceptional Menu Tower City 1600 West Second St. Cleveland, OH mortons.com/cleveland 24 Cleveland Visitor RESTAURANT MENUS ONLINE AT cityvisitor.com/cleveland/dining/search Cleveland Visitor 25

14 If you re a meat lover, Brasa Grill Steakhouse is the perfect place for you. Also featuring an incredible salad bar that you won t believe until you see it! Continuous tableside service of sirloin steak, beef rib, pork, lamb chops, filet mignon, chicken and turkey. Excellent cuisine Professional service Fun atmosphere Try it tonight! BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE CHURRASCURIA West 9th Street Warehouse District Downtown Cleveland Mon.-Thurs. 4pm -10pm, Fri. & Sat. 4pm-11pm, Sun. 4pm-9pm brasagrill.com A Taste of Spain & Portugal in Downtown Cleveland MALLORCA Featuring about 25 entrees showcasing the freshest seafood available, fine wines from around the globe and outstanding service. Famous for our generous portions of authentic dishes. Our staff speaks many languages adding to the romantic ambiance. Dining at Mallorca is a welcome surprise you simply must experience it! Delicioso! 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Your driver will welcome you with a friendly fist bump, let you play car DJ, and even lend a phone charge if you need one. Shopping Location Guide D Downtown E East Side W West Side S South SE Southeast SW Southwest For more information, visit Ambiance, The Store for Lovers Call for nearest location, Cleveland locations: SE Maple Heights Libby Road Greater Cleveland map, G-10 W North Olmsted Great Northern Boulevard Greater Cleveland map, G-2 SW Parma Heights West 130th Street Greater Cleveland map, H-5 E Richmond Heights Wilson Mills Road Greater Cleveland map, D-11 Akron/Canton locations: S Cuyahoga Falls Buchholzer S North Canton Dressler Road NW Other: E Boardman Boardman-Poland Road From lingerie to lotions, from romantic games to remote-control marital aids, Ambiance, The Store For Lovers specializes in gifts that will make your stay a memorable affair! Monogamy shouldn t be monotonous. Find out for yourself why Ambiance is The Store for Lovers. Open Mon.-Sat. 10am- 9pm; Sun. 12-6pm. E American Crafts Gallery Larchmere Boulevard Cleveland One block north of Shaker Square, located on the mezzanine level of The Dancing Sheep For decades, American Crafts Gallery has been the prime destination for shoppers looking for fine crafts in Northeast Ohio. Named a Top 100 gallery in the country by Niche, it offers a delightful selection of decorative and functional ceramics and glass, and beautiful works in wood. Locals know this is the place to find something wonderful, whether for themselves or for a special gift. Open Mon.- Fri. 11am-6pm; Sat. 11am-5pm; Sun. 1-5pm. Greater Cleveland map, F-8 continued on page 34 Our Choices shopping b. a. Sweetie candy company Want to relive some sweet memories while making a few new ones, too? Then visit the newly opened 40,000-square-foot location for the b.a. Sweetie candy company, the largest candy story in North America (and perhaps the world). This Cleveland institution offers more than 4,000 different items from 130 candy manufacturers. Walking through the door here for the first time will ensure you of a multisensory memory as the sugary aroma of 400,000 pounds of candy wafts through the air and your eyes absorb the colorful images of 4,000 different candy items. You name it and Sweetie most likely has it: Lemon Heads, Now-n-Laters, Cow Tails, Air Heads, Razzles, Nerds, Bonomos Turkish Taffy, and candy bars galore, Zero Bars with their white fudge exteriors. Remember Fizzie drink tablets? They re here, too. So for a tasty trip down memory lane that the whole family will enjoy, head for Cleveland s Sweetie. Open Mon.-Sat. 10am-8 pm; Sun. 11am-5pm. b. a. Sweetie candy company; 6770 Brookpark Road, Cleveland; Vollbracht Furriers Since 1912, Vollbracht Furriers has brought its clientele the latest furs, fur accessories, and fur ugg boots (suede outsides and sheepskin insides); leather fashions and leather purses; and stylish shearling offerings from Italy, France, Germany, Russia, Canada, and the United States. With two locations serving the Cleveland and Akron areas, owner Mark Ayzman, a sixth-generation furrier, who learned the fur trade from his father and grandfather, says he and his staff take great pride in the quality of Vollbracht furs and its fur services: free alterations, restyle and redesign of fur garments, cold fur storage, fur cleaning, glazing, and conditioning of fur, leather, and shearling garments. Financing and layaway are also available. Open (Beachwood) Mon. and Thurs. 10am-9pm; Tues.-Wed.; Fri.-Sat. 10am 6pm; Sun. Noon- 5pm. Open (Akron) Mon.-Fri. 10am-6pm; Sat. 10am-5pm; closed Sun. 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15 OnlyinCleveland OUR PICKS Start by rocking with the greats at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum. Then try everything from visiting a national park to winning in a casino to getting nose-to-trunk with an 11,000-pound elephant. You can t go wrong with any of these top attractions that bring people back year after year. Check our website at cityvisitor.com for more information. Who doesn t love brand names at a bargain? This is your opportunity to spend several hours at an easy to get to, well organized, clean and friendly spot whose theme is brand shopping at its best. Aurora Farms Premium Outlets offers over 70 designer and name-brand outlets at savings of 25 to 65 percent every day. Stores include Adidas, Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, Brooks Brothers Factory Store, Calvin Klein, Coach, Gap Factory Store, Levi s, Loft Outlet, Michael Kors, Nautica, Nike, The North Face, Polo Ralph Lauren, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, Tommy Hilfiger, and much more. (549 South Chillicothe Road, Aurora; ) The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame continues to rock on and evolve just as rock and roll itself. Each year the Rock Hall develops new permanent and temporary exhibits of varying communication shapes and sizes. The Museum s exhibits stand among the world s most significant interpretations of rock and roll history. They act as the visual medium that depicts our past, present, and future. Be sure to experience among many others Common Ground: The Music Festival Experience (through Jan. 31, 2015), Paul Simon: Words & Music, The Beatles, and the latest and greatest inductee stories presented in a variety of entertaining and educational ways. (1100 Rock and Roll Boulevard, Cleveland; ROCK) Downtown Cleveland s grand old landmark on Public Square is Tower City Center. It has a three-level shopping mall with specialty stores, first-class hotels, a casino, fountains and architecture to brag about. The complex was built to house Cleveland Union Terminal and the engineering included the demolition of 1,000 buildings to allow for the station, tower, rail approaches, bridges, and viaducts. (230 West Huron Road; ) UNIVERSITY CIRCLE things to do No visit could be complete without sightseeing in University Circle, just four miles to the east of downtown Cleveland. Be sure to see our feature about University Circle on page 6, where you will find more comprehensive information about the great attractions. For now, let s just say that this square mile is home to the greatest concentration of renowned cultural, educational and medical institutions in the country. (Visitor Center, Euclid Avenue; ) One of the finest natural history museums in North America, The Cleveland Museum of Natural History, emphasizes scientific research, conservation, and education. This season features compelling stories of the mammoth and mastodon world and their giant friends. The star of the exhibition is a replica of a 42,000-year-old intact baby mammoth specimen named Lyuba (pronounced Lee-OO-bah) discovered in Lyuba is the most complete and best-preserved specimen of her kind. From fossils to fur, get in touch with this fascinating time and see firsthand why these magnificent animals were both hunted and honored. (1 Wade Oval; ). John Weinstein 2009 The Field Museum The Euclid Beach Park Grand Carousel spins into action at the epicenter of Cleveland cultural history at The Western Reserve Historical Society. It features 58 horses handcarved from wood. Of those 58 horses, 54 were restored and are part of the ride. Also, catch the 1964: When Browns Town was Title Town exhibit that explores the larger history of the Browns franchise since its championship 50 years ago. Then view notable women s fashions, reminiscent of the beloved Downton Abbey masterpiece classic that showcase portraits of prominent resident elegance In Grand Style. (10825 East Boulevard; ) University Circle is also the home of the famed Cleveland Orchestra. For more, see our special University Circle section on page 6. (11001 Euclid Avenue; ) Cleveland Museum of Art has completed its $350-million expansion and is presenting some fabulous exhibitions. Gallery One, features the largest multitouch microtile screen in the U.S., displaying images of over 3,500 objects from the museum s permanent collection. (11150 East Boulevard; 888.CMA.0033) continued on page Cleveland Visitor Cleveland Visitor 29 Roger Mastroianni

16 things to do OnlyinCleveland OUR PICKS continued from page 27 World s Largest Outdoor Chandelier Cleveland Heights is not only a splendid place to live, it s also an interesting place to visit. There are magnificent churches and theaters such as Dobama, featuring intimate, edgy, sometimes heart-filled plays by contemporary playwrights. Enjoy dinner in restaurants on Lee Road at Cedar, or Fairmount and Cedar. You can find unique shops tucked into many neighborhoods. ( ) So we ve taken back our talents from Miami and brought them home to the Cleveland Cavaliers in the form of King James, a.k.a. LeBron James. Never has there been a more celebrated homecoming as this city embraces the hope and happenstance of what this Akron-native-turned-mega-baller brings to the court and the future of Cleveland basketball. (Quicken Loans Arena; CAVS) About a mile away is First Energy Stadium, lakefront home of the Cleveland Browns. (Cleveland Browns, ). Feeling lucky? The first casino in the state of Ohio, the $350 million Horseshoe Casino Cleveland, hits it big in the historic Higbee building on downtown s Public Square. Four floors and over 300,000 square feet have been transformed into a first class gaming destination where you can play 1,900 slot machines. You can gamble, eat, or just sight-see. There s a new lounge, the TAG Bar, focused on electronic gaming, which features more than 35 electronic table games including blackjack, roulette, and craps. (100 Public Square; ) The West Side Market has an astounding collection of 180 booths of pastries, meats, cheeses, ethnic foods, and prepared foods under a spectacular vaulted brick ceiling, with a semienclosed outdoor market for produce and flowers. (1979 W. 25th St. at Lorain Ave.; ) PlayhouseSquare is Cleveland s Theater District. PlayhouseSquare is making a dramatic change to its neighborhood through a spectacular design plan that includes dynamic lights and video signage, elegant gateways and the world s first and largest outdoor chandelier. Second only to Broadway in number of productions, this is the largest theater complex outside of NYC s Lincoln Center. Cleveland is proud of these spectacular theaters built in 1921 and Saved from the wrecking ball by local visionaries and restored to their original glory, they now offer everything from plays, musicals, and dance, to children s theater. (Between E. 14th and E. 17th on Euclid Avenue; Box Office, ) Another grand architectural icon is The Arcade, completed in 1890 as Cleveland s first skyscraper and one of the country s first shopping malls. It has five floors of indoor balconies and a vast skylight modeled after Milan s famous Galleria. It s now home to a hotel, spa, retail shops, and dining. (401 Euclid Avenue; ) Walk down Crouse Street, near the University of Akron, and prepare to be surprised. The Don Drumm Studios & Gallery offer works by more than 500 American artists and craftsmen. In its showrooms, surrounded by patios and gardens, you ll find everything from the whimsical to the serious in cookware, sculpture, hand-crafted jewelry, garden art, games, and toys. (437 Crouse Street, Akron; ) Save time for Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Northeast Ohio has a unique combination of natural, historical, cultural, and recreational offerings, including a dramatic valley carved by glaciers and the Cuyahoga River. Depending on the season, enjoy the trails,hiking, and snowshoeing. ( ) OnlyinAkron OUR PICKS 30 Cleveland Visitor Cleveland Visitor 31 Courtesy of Kent State University Museum Don t miss the Fashion Timeline at Kent State University Museum s Palmer and Mull Galleries. Showcasing the museum s world-class collection of historic fashions, the exhibition illustrates the evolution of styles and silhouettes from the late 18th and early 19th centuries, while contextualizing the pieces with relevant political, technological, and cultural developments. A must-see is The Great War: Women And Fashion In A World At War (through July 5, 2015). From , the world faced extraordinary war and tremendous upheaval leading to a transformation in the way women dressed. Cumbersome petticoats and whalebone corsets were replaced by slim, clean lines and serviceable suits. The exhibit explores changes in women s lives through a careful look at how they dressed. (Corner of East Main and South Lincoln Streets, Kent; ) continued on page 32

17 OnlyinAkron OUR PICKS continued from page 31 The Akron Art Museum added a dramatic 64,000 square feet to its 1899 building, spurring an extraordinary collection growth. With a focus on art created since 1850, the museum offers marvelous examples of work ranging from Childe Hassam and William Sommer, to Chuck Close, Andy Warhol, and Jackie Winsor. (One South High Street, Akron; ) The Pro Football Hall of Fame now has 118,000 square feet of world-class exhibit space following a recent expansion of Canton s crown jewel. The exhibits, many of which are interactive, celebrate pro football s history and modern-day era and include historic uniforms worn by past greats, bronze busts of Hall of Fame Inductees, and Super Bowl milestones. The collection is ever changing. Recent additions include the jersey worn by Oakland Raiders safety Charles Woodson when he became the first player to record 50 interceptions and 20 sacks during a career; the football that Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning threw for his record-breaking 509th touchdown; and the jerseys worn by Cleveland Browns QB Brian Hoyer and receiver Travis Benjamin during the biggest road comeback in NFL history when the Browns beat the Tennessee Titans after trailing Future expansion plans include a sports and entertainment complex, four-star hotel-conference center, and themed restaurants. Stay tuned. (2121 George Halas Drive NW, Canton; ) College basketball choices are found in the form of two Division I teams in the area Kent State University and the University of Akron, both members of the Mid American Conference. The Kent State Golden Flashes (men and women) play at the MAC Center. ( ) The Akron Zips (men and women) call James A. Rhodes Arena home. ( AKRON [25766]) OnlyinCanton OUR PICKS The National First Ladies Library is the only institution dedicated to our nation s presidential spouses. Tour the beautiful Saxton- McKinley House, where the McKinleys lived before the White House. The adjacent Education and Research Center includes a vast photo archive of First Ladies and artifacts featuring 150 of their dresses and accessories. (331 Market Avenue S., Canton; ) miniature replica of Mamie Eisenhower s dress The dual focus of Canton Museum of Art s permanent collection is 19th- and 20th-century American works on paper, with a concentration in watercolors, and contemporary ceramics from the 1950s and later. See works by Winslow Homer, Edward Hopper, John Marin, Andrew and Jamie Wyeth, John Singer Sargent, Thomas Hart Benton, and many other famed artists. Lovers of ceramics, see works from Charles Clewell to John Balisteri. (1001 Market Avenue N., Canton; ) Canton s historical crowning glory is the McKinley National Memorial, America s most beautiful presidential grave site. Adjacent is the Wm. McKinley Presidential Library & Museum. Associated with the Smithsonian Institution, it is a family-friendly interactive science and history center, with a planetarium, robotic dinosaur, model railroad layout, presidential artifacts and artifacts from pioneer days to the Victorian period. (800 McKinley Monument Drive NW, Canton; ) MAPS (Military Aviation Preservation Society) Air Museum is an internationally known museum of aviation and aviation history, featuring exciting educational displays. There are more than 35 actual aircraft to see, ranging from fighter planes such as the F4 Phantom to a MIG 17 to a Sopwith Triplane and bombers/attack craft such as the B 26 Marauder and A-7 Corsair. All are meticulously restored and cared for. Find MAPS at the Akron/Canton Airport. (2260 International Parkway, North Canton; ) CV 32 Cleveland Visitor Cleveland Visitor 33

18 GIVE THE GIFT OF timeless luxury AT A PRICE YOU CAN AFFORD unique styles in Sheared Furs Knitted Furs Minks Wools Goose Down Shearlings Leather Shopping continued from page 27 W b. a. Sweetie candy company, inc Brookpark Road Cleveland Just off I-480 at Brookpark and Ridge Roads (minutes from the airport, downtown, and Independence) b.a. Sweetie candy features 21,000 square feet of nothing but candy over 4,000 different items. Nationally recognized Sweeties offers everything from Candy Buttons, Pixie Stix, and PEZ to the extremely sour, or gooey varieties. There are national brands, regional brands and those hard-to-find candies. Great prices on over $2 million in stock every day. Plus enjoy Golfland, a 36-hole, fun-for-thefamily, miniature golf course, just down the street at the site of the brand new b.a. Sweetie. (opening Jan. 2015) Family-owned since Open Mon.-Sat. 10am-8pm; Sun. 11am-5pm. Major credit cards. Greater Cleveland map, G-6 E Coventry Cats Coventry Road Cleveland Heights Head east on Carnegie from Downtown to Euclid Heights Boulevard. Bear left at intersection at top of hill; turn left at Coventry Road. A unique shop filled with goodies for cats and dogs, and those who love them: toys; treats; a terrific selection of great collars and leashes; feeding dishes; and the best-quality, natural, no-by-products foods (California Natural, Innova, Orijen, Wellness) for cats and dogs. Hard to find items like sympathy cards for those who have lost a cat or dog and cremation urns. You ll never see a better selection of pet toys anywhere. Lots of Laurel Burch. If you like animals, you ll love this store! Open seven days. Mon.-Sat. 10:30am-8pm; Sun. noon-5pm. All friendly, housebroken pets welcome. Celebrating 26 years in business. Greater Cleveland map inset, B-7. La Bella Vita E Murray Hill Road in Cleveland s Little Italy Greater Cleveland map, B-6 E Chagrin Blvd. in Eton s Boutique Mall, Woodmere Greater Cleveland map, F-11 La Bella Vita with two locations in the heart of Cleveland s Little Italy neighborhood and at Eton s Boutique Mall in Woodmere has two distinct personalities and assortments. The Eton Chagrin location hosts Cleveland s largest selection of luxury specialty tableware and giftware brands, and the city s largest specialty brand bridal registry. The Little Italy location is visited by tourists year- round. This store is known as one of the country s largest Italian import shops with hand-painted ceramic serveware, giftware and as one of 14 Villa Vietri stores of distinction in the U.S. Simply put, La Bella Vita is a shopping destination not to be missed. Little Italy hours are seasonal. Call to confirm hours or schedule an appointment. Eton location is open Mon. - Sat. 10am-6pm. E Loganberry Books Larchmere Blvd. Shaker Heights One block north of Shaker Square This delightful independent bookstore is a spot you ll want to visit every time you re in Greater Cleveland. Browse the new, used, rare, and collectible books in this cozy, multiroom shop that has natural light, high ceilings, wonderful rugs, and stacks of treasures. Particularly strong in illustrated books, children s books, fine arts, performing arts, and women s history. Open Mon.-Sat. 10am-6pm and Thurs. til 8pm. Greater Cleveland map, F-8 shopping D Tower City Center W. Huron Road Cleveland Brookpark Rd Cleveland OH SweetiesCandy.com E The Dancing Sheep Downtown Cleveland at Public Square You can do it all at Tower City Center, in cityvisitor.com is now Larchmere Blvd. the heart of downtown. 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19 For a charming and unique shopping experience, visit LARCHMERE upbeat vitality offbeat charm Larchmere Boulevard is home to a remarkable assortment of shops, galleries, restaurants, and services that offer a unique shopping experience with something for everyone. If you haven t been here, come see what you re missing. The Dancing Sheep is a unique, fascinating gallery featuring wearable art, contemporary crafts, and special gifts in all price ranges. Some are crafted by artists from the Cleveland Museum of Art s Textile Art Alliance. Exquisite one-ofa-kind jackets, vests, and tunics by fabric artist Diane Prekup, sold in only seven boutiques in the U.S. are here. The owner and staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. They provide free gift wrapping and suggestions. One of their specialties is unique baby gifts. Shop, relax, and bring home a special gift for a special loved one. THE Experience the unique wearable art crafts gifts DANCING SHEEP Larchmere Boulevard Mon.-Fri. 11am to 6pm; Sat. 11am to 5pm; Sun. 1pm to 5pm; Parking in rear In addition to antiques and art, you ll find books, clothing, collectibles, crafts, folk art, gift shops, and oriental rugs. Plus there s a variety of eateries, financial services, hair salons, and much more. So for unusual items and old-fashioned personal service, come to Larchmere Boulevard, located one block north of Shaker Square in Cleveland, Ohio. For directions, see below. How to get here From Downtown East on Carnegie Ave. Right on Stokes Blvd. and travel up the hill. (Stokes changes to Fairhill after MLK Drive). Right on Kemper, then right on North Moreland Blvd. Right on Larchmere for the Arts District. Continue on North Moreland for Shaker Square. From the West East on I-90 to I-490. Exit at East 55th Street. Turn left, then right at Woodland for three miles. (Woodland changes to Larchmere after MLK Drive). You re in Larchmere. For Shaker Square, continue on Larchmere to North Moreland. Turn right, continue one block. From the East West on I-90 to I-271 south. Or west on I-480 to I-271 north. Exit at Chagrin Blvd. and travel west. Turn right (north)at Richmond Rd. (OH -175). Turn left on Shaker Blvd. (OH-87) to Shaker Square. Turn right on North Moreland, then left on Larchmere for Larchmere. From the South North on I-71 or OH-176 (Jennings Freeway) to I-90 east to I-490. Or north on I-77 to I-490 east. Exit at East 55th Street. Turn left, then right at Woodland for three miles. (Woodland changes to Larchmere after MLK Drive). You re in Larchmere. For Shaker Square, continue on Larchmere to North Moreland. Turn right, continue one block. American Crafts Gallery, in the mezzanine of the Dancing Sheep, is a prime destination for visitors looking for fine crafts in Northeast Ohio. It offers a wonderful collection of handmade textiles and jewelry, hand-blown glass, wooden furniture, metalworks, and pottery in all price ranges. Niche Magazine named American Crafts as one of its Top 100 Galleries. Eclectic, charming, beautiful everything is original and unique. This is a place to find something wonderful for yourself or for a unique gift. Loganberry Books is a delightful, independent bookstore with new, used, and rare books for readers and collectors. It s a cozy, multiroomed, high ceilinged shop with natural light, warm rugs and stacks of treasures. Some of the strengths of the shop s collection include children s and illustrated books, women s history and literature, leather-bound and modern first editions, and fine and performing arts. There are special events, an Annex Gallery with unique shows, book discussion clubs, and more. You can browse away an afternoon and leave with a wonderful souvenir of your visit. It s a bibliophile s paradise. One-of-a-kind gifts for one-of-a-kind people American Crafts Gallery In the mezzanine at The Dancing Sheep Larchmere Boulevard Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sun. 1p.m. to 5 p.m. Parking in rear 36 Cleveland Visitor Cleveland Visitor photo: J. Century Loganberry Books featuring 100,000 new, used and rare books Larchmere Blvd. Shaker Heights, OH Mon. Tue. Fri. Sat. 10am-6pm Wed. Thurs. 10am-8:30pm Sun. 12-4pm Larchmere Cleveland s Arts and Antiques District larchmere.com 37

20 TRANSPORATION PHONE NUMBERS LYFT...See ad on page 26 for FREE RIDE AIR Cleveland Hopkins Airport Burke Lakefront Airport Akron Canton Airport RAIL Amtrack BUS Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority Greyhound Bus Service Megabus Rock history comes alive in Cleveland. TAXI In the City of Cleveland, you cannot hail taxis on the street. Reserve a taxi by calling and the taxi will pick you up, ask your hotel s front desk or concierge to call or ask the doorman to hail a cab for you. ABC Taxi Ace Taxi Americab Cleveland Taxi United Cab Wolley Taxi Yellow Cab FREE DOWNTOWN TROLLEY SERVICE More information at your hotel desk. Weekday Only B-Line Superior and Lakeside Ave. between W. 6th and E. 12th. Mon-Fri. 7am-7pm. Every 10 min. E-Line Warehouse District W. 9th, W. 6th, Public Sq. and Tower City, E. 4th Entertainment District, PlayhouseSquare and CSU. Mon-Fri. 7am-7pm. Every 10 min. Weekdays and Weekends C-Line Horseshoe Casino and medical mart-convention center, PlayhouseSquare, E. 4th Entertainment Dist., Warehouse Dist. and seven hotels. Mon.-Fri. 7am-11pm. Sat.- Sun. 11am-11pm. Every 10 min. 38 Cleveland Visitor L-Line Public Square to the Rock Hall, with stops at the casino, medical-mart convention center and four hotels. Sat.-Sun. 10am-5:30pm. Every Rock and Roll Boulevard, Cleveland, Ohio rockhall.com Cleveland Visitor 39

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