
So the holidays are over, and the countdown to spring begins. Happily, the gift-giving continues into January with this month's free offers, courtesy of Cutler Homes and LoLo Gifts.
Will you sample some donuts in Northeast Ohio, savor some pizza in Columbus, or indulge in some chocolates in Cincinnati? Here is this month's line-up of fabulous freebies.
317 Main St., Milford, OH 45150
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Chocolate makes a bad day good and a good day better. Enjoy one of life's great pleasures with your gift of chocolates from Tickled Sweet.
About Tickled Sweet
Bambi Merz's career path wasn't always lined with sweets, but after a chance visit to a candy and snack expo, she was hooked. After years of mentoring by Randy Auel, Bambi purchased his namesake shop, now known as Tickled Sweet. One thing that hasn't changed is the collection of top-quality fudge, bars, dipped Oreos, and other chocolate treats.
Contact and Hours
513.880.4169
Monday - Thursday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Sunday: Noon - 5 p.m.
4960 Pearl Rd., Cleveland, OH 44109
Homer Simpson's love of donuts runs so deep that he sold his soul for one in the Treehouse of Horror. While you may not be that extreme, you'll certainly appreciate his emotion after sampling your gift from Jack Frost Donuts.
About Jack Frost Donuts
Since 1937, generations of families have turned to Jack Frost Donuts for their handmade treats. The family that owns and runs the shop has handed down their original recipe over decades. Choose from a rotating daily menu featuring selections from dozens of luscious flavors such as maple bacon, salted caramel, and Fruity Pebbles.
Contact and Hours
216.351.3638
Monday - Sunday: 6 a.m. - 6 p.m.
936 N. 4th St., Columbus, OH 43201
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Pizza manages to be consistent yet full of variety, which explains much of its appeal. Even if you're a veteran 'za lover, you'll find something new with your free pizza bowl from GoreMade Pizza.
About GoreMade Pizza
Hosting a weekly pot-luck pizza party with friends showed Nick Gore how toppings could make each pie unique. Nick then turned the purchase of a mobile wood-fired pizza oven into a successful catering business, leading to the current brick-and-mortar restaurant. Ingredients such as sausage, banana peppers, and roasted mushrooms are sourced locally for freshness.
Contact and Hours
614.725.2115
Tuesday - Sunday: Noon - 9 p.m.
207 S. Court St., Medina, OH 44256
You can never have too many socks. Pick up a free pair of socks that are both fashionable and practical from JK Gift Shop.
About JK Gift Shop
Home decor is all in the family for Julie McNabb and Katie Heinz, owners of JK Gift Shop. The sister duo followed in the footsteps of their mother, Amy Douglass, who founded The Interior Design Studio. Julie and Katie expanded the business by adding the gift shop and its stylish assortment of products.
Contact and Hours
330.725.7623
Monday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday: Noon - 5 p.m.
1947 W. Market St. #104, Akron, OH 44313
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What's more satisfying than a hearty bowl of soup on a cold winter day? How about a free sandwich to go with your soup at Niko's Sandwich Board?
About Niko's Sandwich Board
Customers flock to Niko's Sandwich Board to enjoy the wide selection of soups, salads, and sandwiches on the menu. The cozy, welcoming dining room atmosphere keeps them coming back for more. If you're short on time, just call ahead and get your Reuben, tuna sandwich, or chef salad to go.
Contact and Hours
330.794.5444
Monday - Friday: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
1430 W. Maple St., North Canton, OH 44720
Are cupcakes the perfect combination of cake and frosting? Test this theory with your free gift from Sprinkle City Bakery & Cafe.
About Sprinkle City Bakery & Cafe
Whether you're craving a home-cooked meal or a sweet treat to brighten your day, you'll find it at Sprinkle City Bakery & Cafe. The revolving menu of savory items includes dishes such as Southwest chicken salad, Italian wedding soup, and jalapeño popper grilled cheese. The latest addition to their already extensive bakery menu is the cruffin, a cross between a croissant and a muffin.
Contact and Hours
330.933.0767
Wednesday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Sunday: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
114 E. Liberty St., Wooster, OH 44691
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Socks have gone from ho-hum accessories to fun and funky fashion statements. Express your personality with a colorful pair of socks from JK Gift Shop.
About JK Gift Shop
Need a gift for a friend or family member, or just looking to treat yourself? Find something for everyone at JK Gift Shop. Owners (and sisters) Julie McNabb and Katie Heinz travel to all the top markets and trade shows to source the unique selection of housewares, jewelry, and other gift items found in their delightful shop.
Contact and Hours
330.725.7623
Monday - Saturday: !0 a.m. - 5 p.m.
100 E. Erie St., Suite 126, Kent, OH 44240
Want a simple and tasty way to add nutrients to your diet? Head to Kwench Juice Cafe for your free smoothie.
About Kwench Juice Cafe
It's hard to believe the delicious products at Kwench Juice Cafe are packed full of vitamins, fiber, and other vital nutrients. In addition to smoothies, freshly-squeezed juices, and açai bowls, the cafe offers a selection of sandwiches and wraps.
Contact and Hours
330.302.1682
Monday - Sunday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Thanks to our partnership with LoLo Gifts, every month is a holiday! Just contact your Cutler Real Estate agent to get started.

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Whether you're a beginner or an expert—or anywhere in between—it's fun to visit one of the many Ohio ice rinks that offer public ice time. Indoor and outdoor rinks are available, and with some, you can also have a snack or cup of hot chocolate to help you warm up and refuel.
Check out the following nine places to lace up your ice skates in Columbus, Cincinnati, and Northeast Ohio.
390 Woody Hayes Dr., Columbus, OH 43210
Skate on the same rink as the hockey Buckeyes at The Ohio State University Ice Rink, located east of St. John Arena and north of Ohio Stadium. The facility has a warming room with vending machines, benches, lockers, and a pro shop where you can buy hockey equipment and skating apparel. Its surface area is 200 feet long and 85 feet long, and it hosts open skating most days. Cost for the general public is $12, discounted to $5 on weekday afternoons, and includes free skate rental with the cost of admission.
200 W. Nationwide Blvd., Columbus, OH 43215, plus 4 additional locations
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OhioHealth Chiller Ice Rinks are conveniently located throughout the area, and you don't need a reservation to hit the ice. Prices start at $8 and up, and depending on the date and time you select, skate rentals are either free or cost $4. Noon skates are popular with families who have young children since the ice is less crowded then. Ice skating and ice hockey lessons are also offered, along with camps and clinics for athletes, and you can also schedule birthday parties at Chiller locations.
4265 East Dublin Granville Rd., Columbus, OH 43230
Blendon Woods is part of the Columbus Metro Parks system, and if you'd like to skate on an outdoor rink, it's a great place to go. The pond is about .4 acres in size and is about 18 to 24 inches deep. The park has restrooms but doesn't rent skates, so you'll need to bring your own. While you're there, look out for birds and other wildlife since the park is also home to the 118-acre Walden Waterfowl Refuge and 11-acre Thoreau Lake. You can also look for birds from the park's two elevated observation towers equipped with spotting scopes.
38 Fountain Sq Plaza, Cincinnati, OH 45202
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UC Health Ice Rink has a unique combination of bumper cars on one side of the rink and skating on the other, with the two sides divided by a barrier. For $15, you can enjoy both sides. If you'd rather attend a skating-only session, you'll pay $10. When you need a break, head to the warming tent, where you'll have a view of the rink. Stop by concessions first and grab a hot or cold drink and snack to enjoy while relaxing in the warming tent.
10765 Reading Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45241
You'll have your choice of multiple ice rinks at Sports Plus Cincinnati, which packs countless activities into its over 250,000 square feet of space. It has several ice rinks and is home to Cincinnati's largest adult hockey league as well as its largest youth hockey association and the Figure Skating Club of Cincinnati. Bring the entire family to lace up their skates and come back another day to have fun with other activities like basketball or volleyball.
7605 Wooster Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45227
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Fifty West has transformed into a winter wonderland destination with its outdoor ice skating rink. It's open daily, and for $10 per person, which includes skate rental, you can skate for an hour. Large, heated tents and small fire pits are available to help you warm up, along with hot chocolate and cider, with the option to add alcohol to either one. You can also head into Fifty West for a burger and brew to refuel after your skating session.
4335 Glendale Milford Rd., Blue Ash, OH 45242
Take a spin on the ice at Ice Rink at Summit Park, located underneath the park's glass canopy. Skate sessions cost $7, which includes skate rentals. Theme nights and activities add to the fun with a popular Chuck-A-Duck game and on-ice games. And if you're inexperienced on the ice, the rink provides free skating aids to help. To extend your fun when it's snowed, bring a sled and zoom down the sledding hill behind Observation Tower. And when you're done, grab a hot chocolate or a meal from one of the four on-site restaurants.
8600 Munson Rd., Mentor, OH 44060
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Mentor Ice Arena is Lake County's only indoor ice skating complex, offering open skating year-round. It has two regulation-size ice rinks, and you'll find a wide range of lessons available to suit a broad range of abilities. Learn-to-skate lessons are offered, along with youth and adult hockey and figure skating. Rates are $9 for adults, $7 for youths under age 18 or seniors age 65 and over, with an additional $4 for skate rentals.
851 Oldman Rd., Wooster, OH 44691
The Alice Noble Ice Arena offers a 200-feet by 85-feet rink to enjoy, along with bleacher seating or an enclosed warm room when you'd like to take a break. Open skate times—along with accompanying music—are held throughout the week. And if you have a beginning skater in your group, look into the Learn to Skate USA program that they can take part in at the arena. It's the introductory skating program that U.S. Figure Skating, USA Hockey, and U.S. Speedskating recommend.
Which Ohio ice rinks are you looking forward to visiting?

Out with the old, in with the new. Say farewell to 2022 with December's great assortment of freebies from Cutler Real Estate and LoLo Gifts. These monthly offers are a perfect way to introduce you to our region's amazing array of local small businesses.
So what's on the list for December? How about coffee and a pastry in Northeast Ohio, a live plant in Columbus, and a $10 certificate for baked goods in Cincinnati, for starters?
2030 Madison Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45208
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Will you sit and enjoy a delicious pastry or pick one up to eat on the go? There's no wrong way to use your $10 certificate from The BonBonerie.
About The BonBonerie
Childhood memories inspired Sharon Butler and Mary Pat Pace to open The BonBonerie. For 40 years, they've been turning out incredible baked goods such as eclairs, macarons, and cupcakes. The BonBonerie also serves salads, sandwiches, quiches, and other savory items that are perfect for a relaxing lunch inside the cafe and tearoom.
Contact and Hours
513.321.3399
Monday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
6425 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, OH 44102
Ordering coffee is a bit more complicated than it was in your grandparents' day. Fortunately, the friendly and knowledgeable baristas can help you choose the coffee to go with your pastry at Gypsy Beans.
About Gypsy Beans
Drinking coffee at Gypsy Beans will take you on a figurative trip around the world. Their signature Passport Lattes range from The Berlin, made with caramel, chocolate, and pralines, to Antarctica, featuring vanilla and mint. Pair your drink of choice with a breakfast sandwich, gourmet panini, or fresh salad.
Contact and Hours
216.939.9009
Monday - Sunday: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
137 N. Market St., Wooster, OH 44691
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Good health never tasted so wonderful. Whether you want to jump-start your day or get a quick afternoon pickup, get a burst of energy with your tea or shake from Wooster Nutrition.
About Wooster Nutrition
What makes the beverages at Wooster Nutrition so good for you? They include added protein, vitamins, and minerals that provide health benefits while still letting the yummy flavors shine through. Ordering is simplified with a card that allows you to check off all your desired options, and the cheerful staff members are always ready to help.
Contact and Hours
330.804.0139
Monday - Friday: 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
101 Crain Ave., Kent, OH 44240
Find out why The Beer Connoisseur ranks Ohio in the top 10 states for craft brews. Unwind with friends over your free pint of beer from North Water Brewing Co.
About North Water Brewing Co.
The names alone make it hard to choose among the creative beers at North Water Brewing Co. There's Electric Owl, made with molten lava chocolate cake coffee beans, and Abolitionist, a coconut brown ale with notes of cacao and vanilla. Burn some calories each Saturday at 8 a.m. and 10:40 a.m. with Yoga & Brew. The $15 fee includes two beer tastings or a cup of coffee.
Contact and Hours
330.778.4677
Monday: 4 - 9 p.m.
Tuesday - Thursday: 4 - 10 p.m.
Friday - Saturday: 1 - 11 p.m.
Sunday: 1 - 8 p.m.
78 Parsons Ave., Columbus, OH 43215
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Plants do more than just look good. Did you know that many houseplants can improve the quality of indoor air? Go green with your free plant from Yelo Aple.
About Yelo Aple
What's in a name? For Yelo Aple, pronounced "yellow apple," it symbolizes their philosophy. Everything began with an apple in the Garden of Eden, and yellow is associated with optimism, happiness, and creativity. No time to shop? Just select your plants on their website, and they'll deliver them to your home.
Contact and Hours
614.929.5280
Monday - Saturday: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday: Noon - 5 p.m.
5121 Buehlers Dr., Medina, OH 44256
Akronym Brewing Public House puts a contemporary spin on the traditional taverns of the United Kingdom. Sample their award-winning craft beers with a free flight that will have you coming back for more.
About Akronym Brewing Public House
Even as the founders were opening Akronym Brewing in 2018, they knew they wanted to expand to a spacious and inviting gastropub. September 2022 brought the debut of Akronym Brewing Public House, a 7,000-square-foot facility with a 500-square-foot patio. All food, down to the house BBQ and hot sauces, is made from scratch onsite.
Contact and Hours
330.952.1112
Monday - Saturday: 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.
58 E. Market St., Akron, OH 44308
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Want to decompress after a tough day at work or catch up with good friends? Your free beer flight from Akronym Brewing Taphouse is a great start for either activity.
About Akronym Brewing Taphouse
The name of Akronym Brewing Taphouse is a clever take on marketing acronyms as well as a display of the taproom's dedication to the Akron community. Brunch is served every Sunday from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., and special events include trivia nights and sports viewing parties.
Contact and Hours
330.805.4081
Monday - Thursday: 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Friday: 11:30 a.m. - midnight
Saturday: Noon - midnight
Sunday: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
1281 S. Main St., North Canton, OH 44720
Is there anything more iconic in Ohio than buckeyes? Few things are better than the free peanut butter buckeyes you can get from Waggoner Chocolates.
About Waggoner Chocolates
Family-owned Waggoner Chocolates carries on the tradition started by grandparents Harry and Iola Campbell in 1954. Today, the company manufactures more than 100 types of bulk and individually-wrapped candies, including sea salt caramels, turtles, and real fruit gummies.
Contact and Hours
888.591.9842
Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

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