Century Cycles, 330-657-2209
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Your bicycle rental, sales, and service shop in the heart of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and right on the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath.

The Downtown Emporium, 330-657-2778
Featuring vintage Christmas ornaments, vintage postcard collections, toy soldiers, a great selection of jewelry, Peninsula Python books, tshirts, and CDs, and unusual gifts for special people.  Throughout the holidays, the Toy Soldier will make surprise appearances at the corner on most weekends.  Stop by to visit, shop and enjoy homemade cookies.  Open Wednesday thru Sunday 11 to 5. 

Elements Gallery, 330-657-2788 web-site
Shop for the holiday season from a great collection for fine craft and art by area artists. 

Find the perfect holiday gift as artists offer CUPS OF KINDNESS through a small-works art show and sale to benefit the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank.  Opening Celebration--Saturday, December 5, from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm at the Peninsula Art Academy, 1600 W. Mill Street and Elements Gallery/Bures Porcelain, 1619 W. Mill Street.  Enjoy light refreshments and a festive atmosphere in the Village of Peninsula.  CUPS OF KINDNESS runs through January 10, 2010.  For more information visit web-site

Fire and Water Books 'N' Bakery,
440-715-5252
Specializing in affordable used books and bakery items.  The bakery is always fresh, and the coffee is always free.

Fisher's Cafe and Pub, 330-657-2651
A home-town, family cafe founded in 1958 by George E. Fisher Sr.  "Laughter is brightest where food is best" is our philosophy so relax, have fun, and next time you come to see us, bring a friend along.

Heritage Farms, 330-657-2330 web-site
Holiday family traditions--Cut your own and fresh cut Christmas trees.  Traditional Christmas Season Family Adventure.  The smell of evergreens.  The joy of finding the perfect Christmas tree.  The warmth of hot chocolate by the fireplace.  Share in over 160 years of family tradition at Heritage Farms.  For easy transportation home, we shake, bale and load your tree into your car.  Christmas Season hours start the day after Thanksgiving.  Mon-Thurs Noon-7:00 pm and Fri-Sat-Sun 9:00 am-7:00 pm.  Fields open until dark.
Christmas Tree Adventure.  Ride to Peninsula on the CVSR and visit us to pick out your Christmas tree.  Tree cost is not included in the train ticket.  Fee:  $25 adults, $12 children ages 3 - 12.  To register call (800) 468-4070. 
For information on all events link 

The Inn at Brandywine Falls, 330-467-1812 web-site
Give the gift of experience at The Inn at Brandywine Falls & include the Inn's books, Inn Good Taste and Inn.Joy.Ment.  Gift certificates arranged by telephone.

The Log Cabin Gallery, 330-657-2670 web-site
Meet the artists and select from an array of unique, hand-crafted items created by the 22 artists in our Winter Stardust Exhibit.  Visit us Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays  11 am until 5:00 pm November 20 thru December 20. 
Join us for complimentary cider & cookies & a sample of Posh Pierogies and soup during our Holiday Open House Saturday, December 5th from 10 am until 7 pm.  Take 10% off your entire purchase during our Holiday Open House only!  Enjoy acoustic holiday tunes with Jon Mosey from 2 - 3 pm and Donna Barrett from 4 - 5 pm.  Frosty the Snowman will visit on December 5th from 1 - 2 pm.  For Special Events and a list of artists link

Ohio Hardwood Furniture, 330-657-2095
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Ohio Hardwood Furniture represents the combined efforts of a millwork manufacturer and several Amish furniture builders and finishers.  The primary, solid, hardwood species used are Red Oak, Cherry, Brown Maple, Quartersawn White Oak and Grey Elm.  Many different stain colors can be selected for your piece along with customization of the size and design to fit your space.  Come see our expanded selection of furniture in the upstairs room of the Old Schoolhouse in Peninsula at the corner of Riverview Road and SR 303, one block up from our main store at 1663 Main Street.  Tues & Wed 11 - 5:30; Thur 11-7; Friday 11-5:30; Saturday 10-6.  Closed Sunday and Monday.  Meet the craftsmen Friday & Saturday November 27 & 28 at both of our locations.  Orders placed will arrive for Christmas!

Park Place in Peninsula, 330-657-2091 web-site
This holiday season we invite you to get into the Christmas spirit at Park Place in Peninsula and shop to support Ohio's only national park!  Visit with Santa on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 - 3 pm, November 28 through December 20.  Kids will enjoy story time and make crafts while parents and grandparents find unique gifts for family, friends, and business associates.  Stay and listen to sounds of the season with complimentary cookies and coffee to take away winter's chill.  Cuyahoga Valley National Park Association members always receive a 15% discount and a special 20% discount will be given on December 12 and 13.  Memberships can be purchased at the store.  All sales support CVNPA programs and projects.

Peninsula Art Academy, 330-657-2248 web-site
Shop our co-op gallery of great gifts by local artists; visit our website for daily artist demos, classes and events!  Over 25 workshops are offered during November and December including Glass Fusing, Hot Glass Paperweights, Fused Glass Jewelry, Beginning Weaving, and MORE!  For a complete listing of workshops, exhibits, special events, BluesNites, FolkNite, ArtTalks, and more, visit link
Visit our holiday exhibit--CUPS OF KINDNESS a collaborative small-works art show and sale with Elements Gallery to benefit the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank.  Opening Celebration--December 5, 2009, from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm at the Peninsula Art Academy, 1600 W. Mill Street and Elements Gallery/Bures Porcelain, 1619 W. Mill Street. Cups of Kindness runs through January 11, 2009.  For more information or to buy tickets go to web-site

Home of Fine Art Services Custom Picture Framing,
330-657-2228.  
Award-winning custom picture framing since 1975.  Expert framing consultations at your site or at Peninsula Art Academy.  Delivery and installation available.

Peninsula Library, 330-657-2291 web-site
Friends of the Library Bizarre Bazaar--November 11 thru the New Year.  9 am - 8 pm Mon-Thurs and 9 am - 5 pm Sat.  The table with everything you are looking for returns for the holiday season.  Looking for a special gift?  Shop at the Bizarre Bazaar where everything is priced just for you!  Simply make a donation to the Friends unless the item is otherwise marked.  If you have any gently used or new items you would like to donate for the Bizarre Bazaar table, drop them off at the library during open hours.
 
The Spicy Lamb Farm LLC, 330-657-2012 web-site
This holiday season, visit The Spicy Lamb Farm located at 6560 Akron Peninsula Road off Boston Mills Road.  Shop at the farm or in Park Place in Peninsula for our toasty warm and very durable heirloom wool blankets.  Place your order for our premium all-natural lamb that is family-farm produced.  Enjoy a walk around the farm and see our sheep.  If you are walking from the Village, the farm is at the top of the closed road portion of Akron Peninsula Road (Locust Street).  To schedule a sleigh ride, please call or email for an appointment.

Terry Lumber & Supply Co, 330-657-2811 or 330-659-6800 web-site
Terry Lumber has gifts for everyone on your list--hand and power tools, workshop supplies, hardware, Lodge cast iron cookware, and John Deere & Radio Flyer toys.  Stop by every Saturday after Thanksgiving from 8 am until 3 pm for coffee and cookies.  Closed Sundays.  M-F 8 am until 5 pm.

Total Body Fitness, Natalie--330-730-3355; Carlean--216-470-4309
"For a Better You"  Let us help you with your Fitness Goals.  Why not give yourself a gift this holiday by treating yourself to better health, a fitter body, and a whole new outlook on life.  Call us for more details.

Winking Lizard, 330-657-2770 web-site

Yellow Creek Trading Company, 330-657-2444 web-site
Make your holidays sparkle and build traditions with our seasonal accents.  We can help you find the perfect gift for everyone on your list!  Santa will be making his list on Saturday, November 28 from 12-3 pm.  Come visit Santa Claus while shopping for that special gift or holiday decor.  On December 12, "Pick a Discount Day"--peek in your stocking to reveal your discount for a percentage off your entire purchase!  On December 19 visit the shop and receive a free ornament with a $10 purchase. For all of our Holiday Events, visit us on the web at web-site 

The Inn at Brandywine Falls, 330-467-1812 web-site  Relax for the night at The Inn at Brandywine Falls with a cup of hot wassail, the fresh scent of evergreens in every room, and a substantial country breakfast to get you started for a day of holiday shopping or just fun.  Or get 12 friends together for a Christmas afternoon tea or luncheon and tour (need one week notice).  Call Toll Free 888-306-3381 for reservations.  Gift certificates are available.

Return to the Heart of the Holidays!  Here in the Village of Peninsula, the one-of-a-kind shops and organizations offer unique gifts for all of the special people on your holiday gift-giving list.

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