Jan./Feb. 2022

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Travel

19 Winter Getaways in Ohio

Whether your idea of winter fun is hiking, skiing or hanging out around a cozy fire, these ideas will help you make the most of the season.

3 Great Winter Hikes in Ohio

Snow-covered scenery makes winter a great time for one of these treks. 

3 Ohio Inn Getaways for Foodies

Whether you’re looking for lake views or a forest retreat, these inns promise cozy winter getaways and great meals. 

3 Ohio Waterfalls to Visit this Winter

The Hocking Hills region is filled with waterfalls, and these three are particularly incredible once temperatures fall.

4 Cozy Cottages in Ohio to Stay at this Winter

Our state has so many places to make a getaway as the snow flies. You’ll love these four spots.

4 Places to Ski in Ohio this Winter

These favorites across northeast and central Ohio offer downhill thrills without ever leaving the state.

Visit 5 Underground Railroad Sites in Ohio

Walk in the footsteps of history at these five properties across the state that helped guide freedom seekers north to Canada.

Visit the Thomas Edison Birthplace Museum

This historic site tells the story of how one of the world’s most famous inventors got his start in the Erie County town of Milan.

Food + Drink

Style Masters: 5 Ohio Craft Breweries to Try Now

From hop heroes to lager champs, these Ohio beer-makers are doing it right. Plus, try 20 other brews we love.

Swig: Charcuterie & Suds for the Curious, Perrysburg

A selection of great handcrafted sausages, burgers, sandwiches and sides make this northwest Ohio restaurant a must-visit spot.

The Ohio Ice Cream Shop that Serves Ramen

After experimenting with the winter offering, Mason’s Creamery made it an annual tradition.

Van Buren Room, Dayton

Belle of Dayton’s cozy bar serves a variety of signature and classic cocktails crafted from the distillery’s lineup of spirits.

Arts

‘Continuum: Historical Resonances in Contemporary Art’

This Akron Art Museum exhibition highlights the visual connections between classic works and present-day ones. 

The Wood-Turned Artistry of Wilber C. ‘Wib’ Mock

The Zanesville Museum of Art showcases the work of a local craftsman who hit his artistic stride during retirement. 

Home + Garden

Chagrin Valley Soap & Salve, Solon

This family-owned business makes organic skin-care products by hand, with a focus on sustainability and authenticity.

Ohio Life

Austin Carr on His NBA Career and the Cleveland Cavaliers

This former NBA player was a Cavaliers standout before becoming the team’s TV analyst. As the All-Star Game returns to Cleveland, we talk to the man known as “Mr. Cavalier.” 

Live Well Ohio: Jan./Feb. 2022

Blood centers across the country need your help now, and a physician shares lifestyle adjustments that can have a long-term positive impact on your heart. 

Ohio Finds: Levent Isik’s ‘Marble Game No. 2’

The Columbus-based artist crafted this piece using found objects. It is signed and dated 2003.

The Blizzard of 1978

A late-January snowstorm hit the Ohio Valley in a weather event that has been remembered ever since for its ferocity.

The Ohio Town Where NFL Footballs Are Made

Every Wilson football that you’ve seen passed, kicked and punted by an NFL team this season had its start in the town of Ada.