Mother In Law Suite
By John McCue A popular trend that is growing steadily in new home construction is the “in-law suite.” As our senior population continues to grow and people are living longer, professional care options can become very costly over extended periods of time. More and more families are looking at in-home care options for their senior […]
Clays Park Camping
By Doug Kish, MA As the sun sets over the red and yellow leaves of the trees, you’re sitting by the warm campfire, toasting marshmallows to make s’mores. The air smells of dried leaves and although the days are still warm and sunny, the evening air is crisp. What’s more fun than hiking a trail […]
Healthier School Year
By Kim Wagler, BA, CPT We’ve all said it: “But my kid is a picky eater!” And you’re right!. Most kids aren’t excited about a cold piece of grilled chicken breast, hummus and veggies, and a piece of fruit for lunch. If you do have a child who enjoys that, wait until they sit […]
Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens
By Elaine Kish The residence of F.A. Seiberling and his wife, Gertrude, Stan Hywet Hall is Akron’s first and largest National Historic Landmark and the nation’s 6th largest historic home. In 1898, Brothers F.A. Seiberling and C.W. Seiberling co-founded The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company. It was not long until the company began to flourish […]
Professional Wedding Photography
By Breanne George Why you should choose a professional photographer to preserve your wedding day.From the dress to the catering to the flowers, you put a lot of time, effort and energy—not to mention money—into your wedding. But when the day has come and gone, all that remains are your wedding photographs. That’s why it […]
Valley Gem sternwheeler
By Elaine Kish Located in southeastern Ohio on the Muskingum River is Marietta — Ohio’s oldest city and home of the Valley Gem sternwheeler. In 1973 Capt. James E. Sands Sr. and his wife Peggy began operation of their first 98-passenger sternwheeler. The name Valley Gem was taken from a historic boat that traveled the […]
Apple Sandwiches
Ingredients: 1 large apple cored and sliced to make rings (about 4-6 slices) Any filling you want — peanut butter, cream cheese and dried fruit, other nut butters, or cheese slices Lemon juice Directions: Use the apple rings to make a sandwich with your filling. If putting it in a lunch for later, squeeze a […]
Apple Walnut Salad
Ingredients: Salad 2 Braeburn or Fuji apples, cut into bite-sized pieces 6 cups mixed salad greens 1/4 cup chopped walnuts 2-3 Tbsp. freshly grated Parmesan cheese Dressing 1/4 cup walnut or olive oil 2 Tbsp. apple juice 2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard 1/4 tsp. salt and freshly ground pepper Directions: In a […]
Grilled Cheese and Apple Sandwich
Ingredients: Butter or olive oil 2 slices of good quality bread 1/3 to 1/2 cup shredded cheese* (shredded cheese melts smoother, but 2-3 slices of cheese can be substituted for shredded) 1/2 of a Granny Smith apple, thinly sliced *Try different types of cheese to suit your taste. Good choices are Cheddar, Swiss & Gouda. […]
Apple Cake Recipe
Ingredients: 2 sticks of butter or margarine 3 egg yolks (reserve the whites for topping) 3 Tbsp. sour cream 3 1/4 cups flour 1/2 tsp. baking powder 6-8 apples peeled, cored, and shredded on a grater. You may want to grate more or less depending on how large your apples are or how much filling […]
Pick Your Own Fresh Fruit
By Mary Vlahos Fall brings with it a variety of traditions such as campfires, hayrides, and carving pumpkins. Have you ever thought of picking fruit as a fun fall tradition? It’s a great way to ensure your apples are super fresh, and it’s something the entire family can enjoy. Buying fresh fruit from the store […]
Presque Isle State Park
By Elaine Kish Swimming, water skiing, walking, running, hiking, biking, boating, kayaking, segways, skating, canoeing, windsurfing, birdwatching, fishing, picnicking, or just laying on a sandy beach, Presque Isle State Park in Erie, Pennsylvania has something for everyone. Recently voted the #1 Freshwater Beach in the Country by USA Today and 10Best, it is one of […]