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Jolly Good Times

Celebrate the season with Akron-area events for all ages.

December 2011 Issue
BY Jill Sell | ART BY


Holly and mistletoe, sleigh bells and nutcrackers: Holiday traditions are important to Ohio families, and Akron is just the place to discover new ideas to enjoy for years to come. Take a train ride through the historic Cuyahoga Valley and see white-tailed deer leap through a stand of snow-covered pine trees. Visit a magnificent country estate dressed in Christmas lights, or enjoy First Night Akron on New Year’s Eve with all kinds of entertainment options. To read more, click here to subscribe. >>

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