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Sweet Summertime SUMMERTIME IS A MAGICAL SEASON. The kids are out of school, the sunshine seems never-ending and there’s no shortage of adventures that await. For many,

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summer evokes fond memories of childhood—sleepaway camp, family vacations and swimming until your fingers shriveled like prunes. In this issue of Medina County Lifestyle, we want to remind you why summer is a season of opportunity. It's a great month to visit Bunker Hill Golf Course, whether it be for a round of golf or dinner at the bar and grill (more on Page 24). Or maybe you want to enjoy a day at the Akron Zoo with the kiddos (Page 20). The zoo's new habitat opens June 29 and highlights animals from the savannas of Africa, including Speke’s gazelles, guineafowl, white storks and a pride of five African lions. With so much to see and do this month, we only scratched the surface of what Medina County has to offer—but we hope this issue gets you off to a good start. Happy exploring!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JULY 2019

FEATURES 16 Maximizing Potential EncoreGarge can Help Transform Your Cluttered Garage into an Attractive and Functional Space

20 Lions, Expansions and Beers?! Oh My! 24 Golf, Sun and Fun Sit Down to a Nice Meal Overlooking a Vibrant Golf Course This Summer

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28 Jilbert Winery & Brewery Not Just a Winery Anymore

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Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

12 DIY 16

Renovate & Refine

24 Locally Owned 28 Hops & Vine 32 Lifestyle Calendar

GOOD TIMES

Flea Market of Collectibles The Medina Flea Market of Collectibles was created in 1977 by individuals who cherished collectible objects and wanted to share their passion with the community. Since its inception, the flea market has been held on every third Sunday of the month (with a few exceptions). It offers everything from cool trinkets and toys to fun watches and decorations. PHOTOGRAPHY BY HANNAH PREDOJEV

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AROUND TOWN

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The Brunswick Library held its 11th annual Pet Palooza in April. The event welcomed more than 900 people who had the opportunity to meet friendly barnyard animals, including cows, goats and roosters. There will also several therapy dogs that participants were able to cuddle and play with. Also in attendance was the Medina County Parks

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hosted by Friends of Medina County Parks on Friday, July 19, from 4–9 p.m. and Saturday, July 20, from 2–9 p.m. The event will be held at the Buffalo Creek Retreat in Seville, offering picturesque scenery and a relaxing atmosphere. It will feature Ohio wines, locally crafted beers, food trucks and live music. There will also be a Sip & Savor event on Friday as well as a Twilight Dinner on Saturday. Tickets start at $25. Visit UncorkedMedinaWineFest.com for more information.

EDUCATIONAL SERVICE CENTER OF MEDINA COUNTY HIRES NEW DEPUTY SUPERINTENDENT The Educational Service Center of Medina County’s governing board is preparing to welcome new deputy superintendent, Robert Hlasko, for his first day on the job Aug. 1. Robert was hired back in April 2019 and signed a two-year contract with the ESC. According to The Medina Gazette, he holds a superintendent’s license, has served in numerous administrative roles including building principal and superintendent and is a graduate of Cloverleaf High School.

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LIONS, EXPANSIONS AND BEERS?!

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EVERYONE LOVES THE IDEA OF A FAMILY VACATION, BUT THE REALITY MAY SOMETIMES FALL A BIT SHORT OF PERFECT. Once you’ve packed the bags, assembled the snack bag, found the sunscreen, rounded up the kids and gotten everyone into the car, many times you are still facing hours of driving and several rest stops before your final destination. Why invite more stress than necessary? Ohio offers plenty of family fun without frantic packing or grueling road trips.

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PARTY ANIMALS The Akron Zoo also hosts a variety of scheduled events throughout the year that ranges from educational to entertaining and family-friendly to adults only. Families can visit on June 1 for Rhythm of Summer, a celebration of local music, dance and art. The zoo will be open extended evening hours, during which families will enjoy dancing and limbo contests, live performances, crafts, animal encounters, yard games and music trivia, as well as all of the animals the zoo regularly has to offer. Other upcoming family fun events include Carnival of Tails on July 28, Sundae Sunday on Aug. 4, Clue at the Zoo on Aug. 24, Boo at the Zoo throughout October and Wild Lights in November and December. If you would prefer a more adult event, you can participate in Wild for Wine or Brew at the Zoo. Experience animal encounters and alcohol in a one-of-a-kind event environment while getting an exclusive look at animal residents afterhours. Or, if you are creatively minded, sign up for Wine and Paint where you will receive individual painting instruction, enjoy a glass of wine and see one of the zoo’s animal ambassadors create their own piece of art. The zoo also plays host to several fundraising and conservation events throughout the year. If you are interested in saving local, national and even international species and habitats, there are many opportunities to meet conservationists, volunteer and give financially. The largest fundraising event for the Akron Zoo is Summer Safari on Aug. 9. Not only do guests experience live performances, enjoy food and drinks from local caterers and participate in unique animal encounters, they also have the opportunity to participate in raffles and a silent auction. Proceeds from this event benefit many conservation initiatives supported by the zoo. So if you are looking for some summer fun, forget the road trip and vacation locally. Be sure to stop by the Akron Zoo, where the parties are wild and wildlife is close!

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I BET TIGER WOODS WOULD EAT AND COMPETE HERE. Bunker Hill Golf Course + Bar and Grille, established in 2001 and reopened in April 2017, is owned and operated by Arnold and Cheri Ingraham in Medina, Ohio.

and the Reuben are among some of their most popular food items. Prices range from $2 to $19. Outdoor golf rates range from $14 to $38. If the weather isn't great, Bunker Hill also has golf simulators

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Jilbert Winery & Brewery ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY WARREN WATKINS

AS I SIT NEXT TO DAVE JILBERT, OWNER OF JILBERT WINERY & BREWERY, ON A PLEASANT "THIRSTY THURSDAY" EVENING, IT WAS EASY FOR ME TO SEE THAT HIS ATTENTION WASN'T SOLELY FOCUSED ON ME FOR THE PURPOSE OF OUR MEETING. Instead, Dave's eyes were, for the most part, concentrating on his guests to make sure their every need was being taking care of. On this particular night, there was a retirement party taking place in the quaint, rustic event area on the upper level above us. If you haven't been to Jilbert's Winery and Brewery in Valley City before, he has turned a former dairy barn into a charming site for his winery, pub and event center. Jilbert Winery has been operating and growing steadily since 1999. Dave, a former beekeeper, originally started out producing and selling honey wine only. After that, he ventured into making grape wines, and then about three years ago, he brought in brewmaster Vance Ferrari and began brewing his own craft beers under the brand name of D.J. Malthopper. One of the perks of visiting the local businesses we feature in our magazine is to be able to learn about and sample the great products they've poured their heart and soul into over the years. After a long day at work, I especially enjoyed the opportunity to unwind, relax and sample a flight of beers that Vance served up in front of me as Dave and I talked about the past, present and future of his business.

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"I know that when customers walk through my door, their expectation is that they can just come here to hang out. They can come and play cards, read a magazine, converse with their friends and so on," Dave says. Even though most of our conversation that night focused on the growing craft beer side of his business, I did want to know a little more about the wines he sells on-site and retails to the public in stores like the Brunswick Hills Drug Mart. When asked specifically which wine was his bestseller or most popular, Dave said matter-of-factly, "They all sell well. These are our wines, and people love and buy them because they know them. If I had a wine that didn't sell well, I would get rid of it, but fortunately, I've never had to do that."

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month's theme is 1950s sock hop.

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theme is "Red, White & Medina."

sic car cruise-in on Broadway Street;

school that takes kids on a jour-

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46TH ANNUAL ART IN PARK FINE ART SHOW Courthouse Square

This art show and sale is presented each year by the Medina County

Art League and features more than 130 different art exhibits. There will

be everything from sculptures and paintings to photography. Admission is free.

28 PARTY BUS TO COME FROM AWAY Cleveland, Ohio

Hop on Ohio Regional Music Arts and

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bus at Buehler's River Styx at 11:30 a.m. and enjoy a catered box lunch, flowing wine, homemade cookies, chocolates, a trivia quiz and more as you head to the Playhouse Square in Cleveland for the award-winning musical, Come from Away. Visit ORMACO.org to purchase your ticket.

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