2015 Calendar of Events - The City of Medina Ohio

2015 Calendar of Events - The City of Medina Ohio

www.medinaohchamber.com
© 2014 The City of Medina
Printing courtesy of
The Gardener’s Cottage and
Red Swing Creative
One of Ohio’s oldest and largest county fairs. www.medina-fair.com
Medina County Fairgrounds, 710 W Smith Road, Medina
168th Medina County Fair
August 3 - 9, 2015
Take a leisurely walk through this historic residential district, featuring home
tours, live music, refreshments, and more. 330.421.7432 for details.
www.medinaoh.org
Entertaining visitors and residents with free, live, Friday evening concerts for
nearly 160 years. www.medinacommunityband.org for details and schedule
Cover band parties in the Historic District. Memorial Day weekend through
Labor Day weekend. www.themainstreetcafe.com for details and band schedule
5:00pm - 9:00pm, South Court Historic District
Medina Community Band concerts
Shop the best in local produce, bakery, and goodies from 80 vendors.
www.medinafarmersmarket.com for details and schedule
Explore one of the largest, one-day juried fine art shows in the country.
www.medinaartleague.com for details
Rally in the Alley
June 6, July 11, August 15, September 15
Join Main Street Medina and our project partners for a full day of FREE family
fun on the Medina Square! Take part in a fitness challenge, dance, groove,
and sing along with Radio Disney, get your face painted, delight in homemade
ice cream, jump and play with Romp & Stomp, enjoy games and art projects.
9:00am - 3:00pm, FREE admission
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Friday evenings, late May - early September, FREE admission
Art in the Park
June 25, October 15, December 10
Jazz Under the Stars
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Akron
Medina
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8:30pm, Friday evenings, June & July, Gazebo
South Court Twilight Stroll Historic Home Tour
August 1, 2015
www.mainstreetmedina.com
info@mainstreetmedina.com
July 19, 2015
Grab your girlfriends, moms, sisters, and daughters and join the merchants
of the Historic District for a fun night out on the town. Appetizers and treats,
great deals – an evening under the stars. Guide maps available that evening
from 5:00pm at Cool Beans Café or the Medina Visitors Bureau.
5:00pm - 8:30pm, FREE admission
Ladies Night Out
www.medinaoh.org
Sample from each participating pizza shop and cast your vote to help choose
the best pie in Medina County! While you're enjoying the pizza, check out
60+ area nonprofit and social service organizations serving Medina County.
Learn about resources and programs that can benefit you and your family.
9:00am - 2:00pm, FREE admission, $8 pizza tasting tickets 3rd Medina County Pizza Palooza
June 13, 2015 Some of the region’s finest professional musicians performing jazz standards
and original compositions to the American Songbook.
7:00pm - 9:00pm, FREE admission Wooster
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Kids Day of Play
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Norwalk
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Saturdays 9:00am - 1:00pm, May 30 - October 24
Medina County Farmers’ Market
ONGOING HISTORIC DISTRICT SPECIAL EVENTS
Kick off the holiday season with the most
beautiful celebration in Northeast Ohio. 1,500
candle-lit luminaries, a brilliant community
Christmas tree, live entertainment, an amazing
Holiday Parade of Lights, Light up the Night
Fireworks, live music, and fabulous shopping.
Event details at www.mainstreetmedina.com.
Hours vary, FREE admission
31st Annual Candlelight Walk
November 20 - 22, 2015
Enjoy all things fall and fun, from pumpkin carving to trick or treat around the
square. Magic shows, great food, live music, dog costume contests, and more.
5:00pm - 9:00pm Friday, 9:00am - 3:00pm Saturday (hours may vary) Halloween Harvest Fest
October 9 - 10, 2015
One of the largest one-day festivals in Northeast Ohio, the Medina International
Fest grows every year! Enjoy 9 hours of continuous live entertainment,
dine and indulge at 18 ethnic food vendor booths, shop the 80+ vendor
International Bazaar, and let the kids run and play in the Creative Carnival.
9:00am - 6:00pm, FREE admission, FREE parking
All events take place in or around Medina Square unless noted.
Medina Square, 2 Public Square, Medina OH 44256
Free art and craft show on Medina Square. www.medinacraftshows.com
June 6, 2015
7th Medina International Fest
2015 Calendar of Events
Cleveland
August 22, 2015
Affair on the Square
August 9, 2015
VISITOR’S GUIDE
Shopping & Retail
Dining
NAPA Auto Parts | 226 S. Elmwood One Lucky Dog Bakery | 45 Public Square
Ormandy’s Trains | 10 Public Square
Pat’s Computer Rescue | 140 N. Court
Perfectly Charming | 248 S. Court Porter’s Shoe Repair | 137 W. Liberty Potomac Bead Company | 109 W. Washington
Rite Aid Pharmacy | 207 N. Court ROOT Candles | 623 W. Liberty Rustic & Refined | 215 S. Court Sand & Lace Fine Art and Gift Gallery | 23 Public Square
Scapegoat Tattoos | 245 S. Court Accommodations
The Spitzer House Bed & Breakfast | 504 W. Liberty Attractions
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Alien Vacation 3D Mini Golf | 260 S. Court
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A Castle Noel | 260 S. Court The Little Wiz Fire Museum | 326 E. Smith
Medina County Fairgrounds | 710 W. Smith
Medina County Historical Society Museum John Smart House Museum | 206 N. Elmwood
Medina Town Hall & Engine House Museum | 50 Public Square G
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Ormandy’s Toy & Train Museum | 10 Public Square
South Court Historic Neighborhood | 721 S. Court
Government & Nonprofit
City of Medina | 132 N. Elmwood A2
Main Street Medina | 5 Public Square
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Greater Medina Chamber of Commerce | 145 N. Court A3
Medina County Administration Building | 144 N. Broadway C2
Medina County Court House | 93 Public Square E1 H1
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Medina County District Library | 210 S. Broadway Medina County Visitors Bureau | 32 Public Square
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W E S T S MI T H
It’s easy to locate where you
want to go! We’ve divided the
main map into sections A-K
(shown at left). Color-coded
shapes and numbers take you
to the exact spot.
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FirstMerit ATM | 125 W. Washington N ORT H C OU RT
A Cupcake A Day | 115 W. Liberty Cool Beans Café | 103 W. Liberty Dan’s Dogs | 111 W. Liberty
Dominic’s Italian Restaurant | 221 S. Jefferson East of Chicago Pizza Company | 307 S. Court Eli’s Kitchen | 115 Public Square
H2 Huth & Harris Wine Merchants | 221 S. Court
House of Hunan | 18 Public Square
JoJo’s Sports Bar | 221 S. Jefferson
Lager & Vine Gastropub & Wine Bar | 108 Public Square
Lager Heads Brewery | 325 W. Smith Lemonberry Frozen Yogurt | 201 S. Court Main Street Café | 17 Public Square
Marie’s Café | 117 Public Square
Medina Steak & Seafood Company | 538 W. Liberty
Michelle’s Place | 144 N. Court
Miss Molly’s Tea Room | 140 W. Washington P.J. Marley’s | 119 Public Square Something’s Popping | 47 Public Square
Sully’s Irish Pub | 117 W. Liberty The Bakery Shoppe | 23 Public Square
The Corkscrew Saloon | 115 W. Liberty Thyme2 | 113 W. Smith Road Antiques
Brother’s Antique Mall | 6132 Wooster Pike Medina Antique Mall | 2797 Medina Road Medina Depot Antiques | 602 W Liberty This-N-That Antiques & Collectibles | 234 N Broadway Banks & ATMs
Cool Beans Café ATM | 103 W. Liberty
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FirstMerit Bank | 39 Public Square
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Second Sole | 122 Public Square
Sportsworld Custom Apparel | 213 S. Court Square 42 Aveda Salon & Spa | 251 S. Court Studio Knit | 28 Public Square
The Bookshelf Used Books | 105 W. Liberty The Dress Bridal Boutique | 241 S. Court The Gardener’s Cottage | 226 S. Court The GingerBread House | 309 South Broadway
The Olive Tap | 30 Public Square
The Raspberry & The Rose | 102 W. Washington
VCS Salon & Spa | 410 S. Court
Woodsy’s Music | 110 W. Liberty N ORT H JEF F ER S ON
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B8 All Fired Up! | 233 S. Court F14 Barber Shop | 107 W. Liberty A7
Bella Sorrella’s Salon | 44 Public Square
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Bodies in Balance | 309 S. Court
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Busy Bee Muffler | 301 S. Court I 1
Castle Noel Gift Shop | 260 S. Court G6
Combat CFMA | 60 Public Square, Lower Level
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DaVinci Floors & Granite | 229 S. Court
F13 Earth Mother’s A Metaphysical Boutique | 113 W. Liberty A9 Family Video | 210 E. Smith Road
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Eastwood Furniture | 23 Public Square
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Got Milt? Health & Fitness Center | 309 S. Court
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Half Moon Yoga | 253 S. Court F18
Hershey’s Barber Shop | 106 W. Washington F5
Imperial Shaving | 23 Public Square
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Interior Design Studio/J.K. Gift Shop | 207 S. Court F8
Jazzercise Fitness Center | 325 S. Court
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Jewelry by JanLee a Vintage Boutique | 44 Public Square G2
Jon Salon | 321 S. Court I6
Kim’s College of Martial Arts | 400 S. Court
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LaPlaca Jewelers | 13 Public Square
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Life’s Treasures Hospice Thrift Shop | 317 S. Court
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Lyle’s Jewelry & Coin Shop | 4 Public Square
D4 Medina Auto Parts/Carquest | 120 W. Liberty D1
Medina Dance Supply | 125 N. Court A4
Medina Farmers Exchange | 320 S. Court
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Medina Funtastic Toyz | 140 W. Washington
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Medina Gem Company | 23 Public Square
Medina Hardware | 225 S. Court Medina Sports Cards | 119 W. Smith Road
Miss Molly’s Gift Shop | 140 W. Washington Molly’s Closet | 140 W. Washington www.medinaohchamber.com
Medina County Fairgrounds, 710 W Smith Road, Medina
Printing courtesy of
The Gardener’s Cottage and
Red Swing Creative
168th Medina County Fair
August 3 - 9, 2015
Take a leisurely walk through this historic residential district, featuring home
tours, live music, refreshments, and more. 330.421.7432 for details.
5:00pm - 9:00pm, South Court Historic District
South Court Twilight Stroll Historic Home Tour
August 1, 2015
Explore one of the largest, one-day juried fine art shows in the country.
www.medinaartleague.com for details
www.mainstreetmedina.com
info@mainstreetmedina.com
July 19, 2015
5:00pm - 8:30pm, FREE admission
Ladies Night Out
June 25, October 15, December 10
Sample from each participating pizza shop and cast your vote to help choose
the best pie in Medina County! While you're enjoying the pizza, check out
60+ area nonprofit and social service organizations serving Medina County.
Learn about resources and programs that can benefit you and your family.
9:00am - 2:00pm, FREE admission, $8 pizza tasting tickets Some of the region’s finest professional musicians performing jazz standards
and original compositions to the American Songbook.
7:00pm - 9:00pm, FREE admission Jazz Under the Stars
Join Main Street Medina and our project partners for a full day of FREE family
fun on the Medina Square! Take part in a fitness challenge, dance, groove,
and sing along with Radio Disney, get your face painted, delight in homemade
ice cream, jump and play with Romp & Stomp, enjoy games and art projects.
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Akron
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Medina
9:00am - 3:00pm, FREE admission
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All events take place in or around Medina Square unless noted.
Medina Square, 2 Public Square, Medina OH 44256
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2015 Calendar of Events
Cleveland
Medina County Farmers’ Market
ONGOING HISTORIC DISTRICT SPECIAL EVENTS
Kick off the holiday season with the most
beautiful celebration in Northeast Ohio. 1,500
candle-lit luminaries, a brilliant community
Christmas tree, live entertainment, an amazing
Holiday Parade of Lights, Light up the Night
Fireworks, live music, and fabulous shopping.
Event details at www.mainstreetmedina.com.
Hours vary, FREE admission
Enjoy all things fall and fun, from pumpkin carving to trick or treat around the
square. Magic shows, great food, live music, dog costume contests, and more.
5:00pm - 9:00pm Friday, 9:00am - 3:00pm Saturday (hours may vary) October 9 - 10, 2015
One of the largest one-day festivals in Northeast Ohio, the Medina International
Fest grows every year! Enjoy 9 hours of continuous live entertainment,
dine and indulge at 18 ethnic food vendor booths, shop the 80+ vendor
International Bazaar, and let the kids run and play in the Creative Carnival.
7th Medina International Fest
June 6, 2015
Norwalk
Rally in the Alley
9:00am - 6:00pm, FREE admission, FREE parking
Kids Day of Play
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Friday evenings, late May - early September, FREE admission
Halloween Harvest Fest
June 6, July 11, August 15, September 15
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Cover band parties in the Historic District. Memorial Day weekend through
Labor Day weekend. www.themainstreetcafe.com for details and band schedule
November 20 - 22, 2015
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Medina Community Band concerts
31st Annual Candlelight Walk
3rd Medina County Pizza Palooza
Wooster
8:30pm, Friday evenings, June & July, Gazebo
Saturdays 9:00am - 1:00pm, May 30 - October 24
Grab your girlfriends, moms, sisters, and daughters and join the merchants
of the Historic District for a fun night out on the town. Appetizers and treats,
great deals – an evening under the stars. Guide maps available that evening
from 5:00pm at Cool Beans Café or the Medina Visitors Bureau.
www.medinaoh.org
Entertaining visitors and residents with free, live, Friday evening concerts for
nearly 160 years. www.medinacommunityband.org for details and schedule
Shop the best in local produce, bakery, and goodies from 80 vendors.
www.medinafarmersmarket.com for details and schedule
Art in the Park
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www.medinaoh.org
One of Ohio’s oldest and largest county fairs. www.medina-fair.com
© 2014 The City of Medina
August 22, 2015
Free art and craft show on Medina Square. www.medinacraftshows.com
Affair on the Square
August 9, 2015
VISITOR’S GUIDE
Perfectly Charming | 248 S. Court Porter’s Shoe Repair | 137 W. Liberty Potomac Bead Company | 109 W. Washington
Rite Aid Pharmacy | 207 N. Court ROOT Candles | 623 W. Liberty Rustic & Refined | 215 S. Court Sand & Lace Fine Art and Gift Gallery | 23 Public Square
Scapegoat Tattoos | 245 S. Court Second Sole | 122 Public Square
Sportsworld Custom Apparel | 213 S. Court Square 42 Aveda Salon & Spa | 251 S. Court The Bookshelf Used Books | 105 W. Liberty The Gardener’s Cottage | 226 S. Court The GingerBread House | 309 South Broadway
South Court Historic Neighborhood | 721 S. Court
City of Medina | 132 N. Elmwood A2
Main Street Medina | 5 Public Square
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Greater Medina Chamber of Commerce | 145 N. Court A3
Medina County Administration Building | 144 N. Broadway C2
Medina County Court House | 93 Public Square E1 Medina County District Library | 210 S. Broadway H1
Medina County Visitors Bureau | 32 Public Square
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WE ST L IBE RT Y
W ES T WASH IN GT ON
Banks & ATMs
Cool Beans Café ATM | 103 W. Liberty
FirstMerit ATM | 125 W. Washington EA ST F R IE N DS H IP
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Woodsy’s Music | 110 W. Liberty Ormandy’s Toy & Train Museum | 10 Public Square
It’s easy to locate where you
want to go! We’ve divided the
main map into sections A-K
(shown at left). Color-coded
shapes and numbers take you
to the exact spot.
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EAS T WAS HIN G TO N
S OUTH J E F F E RSO N
VCS Salon & Spa | 410 S. Court
This-N-That Antiques & Collectibles | 234 N Broadway Medina Town Hall & Engine House Museum | 50 Public Square S OUTH B RO A DWAY
The Raspberry & The Rose | 102 W. Washington
Medina Depot Antiques | 602 W Liberty edina County Historical Society Museum M
John Smart House Museum | 206 N. Elmwood
S O UTH CO URT
The Olive Tap | 30 Public Square
Medina Antique Mall | 2797 Medina Road Medina County Fairgrounds | 710 W. Smith
N ORT H JEF F ER S ON
The Dress Bridal Boutique | 241 S. Court Brother’s Antique Mall | 6132 Wooster Pike The Little Wiz Fire Museum | 326 E. Smith
N ORT H BR OAD WAY
Studio Knit | 28 Public Square
Antiques
Map quadrant indicated.
Castle Noel | 260 S. Court N ORT H C OU RT
Molly’s Closet | 140 W. Washington Pat’s Computer Rescue | 140 N. Court
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Alien Vacation 3D Mini Golf | 260 S. Court
S OU TH E L M W O O D
Miss Molly’s Gift Shop | 140 W. Washington Ormandy’s Trains | 10 Public Square
Attractions
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Medina Sports Cards | 119 W. Smith Road
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One Lucky Dog Bakery | 45 Public Square
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The Spitzer House Bed & Breakfast | 504 W. Liberty N ORT H EL MWOOD
Medina Hardware | 225 S. Court NAPA Auto Parts | 226 S. Elmwood A10
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A Cupcake A Day | 115 W. Liberty Cool Beans Café | 103 W. Liberty Dan’s Dogs | 111 W. Liberty
Dominic’s Italian Restaurant | 221 S. Jefferson East of Chicago Pizza Company | 307 S. Court Eli’s Kitchen | 115 Public Square
H2 Huth & Harris Wine Merchants | 221 S. Court
House of Hunan | 18 Public Square
JoJo’s Sports Bar | 221 S. Jefferson
Lager & Vine Gastropub & Wine Bar | 108 Public Square
Lager Heads Brewery | 325 W. Smith Lemonberry Frozen Yogurt | 201 S. Court Main Street Café | 17 Public Square
Marie’s Café | 117 Public Square
Medina Steak & Seafood Company | 538 W. Liberty
Michelle’s Place | 144 N. Court
Miss Molly’s Tea Room | 140 W. Washington P.J. Marley’s | 119 Public Square Something’s Popping | 47 Public Square
Sully’s Irish Pub | 117 W. Liberty The Bakery Shoppe | 23 Public Square
The Corkscrew Saloon | 115 W. Liberty Thyme2 | 113 W. Smith Road B8 F14 Barber Shop | 107 W. Liberty A7
Bella Sorrella’s Salon | 44 Public Square
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Bodies in Balance | 309 S. Court
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Busy Bee Muffler | 301 S. Court I 1
Castle Noel Gift Shop | 260 S. Court G6
Combat CFMA | 60 Public Square, Lower Level
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DaVinci Floors & Granite | 229 S. Court
F13 Earth Mother’s A Metaphysical Boutique | 113 W. Liberty A9 Family Video | 210 E. Smith Road
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Eastwood Furniture | 23 Public Square
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Got Milt? Health & Fitness Center | 309 S. Court
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Half Moon Yoga | 253 S. Court F18
Hershey’s Barber Shop | 106 W. Washington F5
Imperial Shaving | 23 Public Square
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Interior Design Studio/J.K. Gift Shop | 207 S. Court F8
Jazzercise Fitness Center | 325 S. Court
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Jewelry by JanLee a Vintage Boutique | 44 Public Square G2
Jon Salon | 321 S. Court I6
Kim’s College of Martial Arts | 400 S. Court
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LaPlaca Jewelers | 13 Public Square
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Life’s Treasures Hospice Thrift Shop | 317 S. Court
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Lyle’s Jewelry & Coin Shop | 4 Public Square
D4 Medina Auto Parts/Carquest | 120 W. Liberty D1
Medina Dance Supply | 125 N. Court A4
Medina Farmers Exchange | 320 S. Court
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Medina Funtastic Toyz | 140 W. Washington
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Medina Gem Company | 23 Public Square
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All Fired Up! | 233 S. Court N ORT H BR OAD WAY
4 Ladies & More Boutique | 101 Public Square
Accommodations
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In 1967, concerned
citizens formed the
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doing drawings to show
building owners a vision
of how beautiful our
city could be once again.
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restoration created much
of what you see today
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from the National Trust
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With a population of
over 5,000, Medina was
chartered as a city
in 1952. By the 1960s,
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Square buildings had
been refaced with
“modern” facades hiding
the charm and beauty
they once had.
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Museum
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most of the business
district. It took ten years
to rebuild the area in a
Victorian style.
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The village ofWEST
Medina
became the county seat
in 1835. The County
Courthouse, built in 1841,
is on the National Register
of Historic Places and
survived the fires of 1848
and 1870 which destroyed
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NO RTH E L M WO O D
Most early residents
were farmers. In the 1830s,
growth of the community
was aided by the opening
of the Ohio and Erie Canal,
which helped transport
agricultural products to
distant markets.
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Founded in 1818 as part
of the Connecticut
Western
WEST FRI EN D SH I P
Reserve, Medina enjoys
a long and rich history that
is evident in the restored
Victorian architecture of
picturesque Public Square.
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Medina County
Historical Society Museum
John Smart House
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FREE Parking in all Public Lots
Shop
Stroll around our beautiful Public Square
for a shopping experience that will remind you
of days gone by. There’s something for
everyone from elegant Amish hand-crafted furniture, to an
old-fashioned hardware store and a designer bridal shop. You’ll
even find tasty homemade treats for man’s best friend.
From a casual breakfast or lunch to a gourmet dining
experience, Medina boasts a variety of restaurants, diners,
tearooms and taverns that will serve up whatever you crave.
Just want a snack? Our bakeries, coffee
shops, ice cream or yogurt parlors and
popcorn shop are sure to satisfy.
Dine
Discover!
Just people-watching from a
bench on our tree-filled Square is
fun, but be sure to visit some of
our area attractions or explore our historic neighborhoods.
Seasonal festivities include a fall festival, holiday candlelight
walk, farmers’ market and summer band concerts.
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