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You don't have to live in the mountains to enjoy rock climbing, and you don't need warm weather either! While the state of Ohio offers some amazing outdoor rock climbing destinations for spring, summer, and fall, the colder months force us to look indoors. 

Luckily, there are also some incredible indoor rock gyms all over the Buckeye state! If you're searching for the best indoor rock climbing in Ohio, look no further.

Nosotros Rock Climbing Gym

2020 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115

With two Northeast Ohio locations in Cleveland and Lakewood, Nosotros Rock Climbing Gym offers some of the best climbing facilities in this part of the state. The Cleveland location features 2,000 square feet of climbable space and a Kilterboard with around 8,000 training routes. Beginner, intermediate, and private climbing classes are available, plus a weight room and yoga classes. Affordable day passes and first-timer tours of Nosotros Rock Climbing Gym are available, helping to make it more accessible to those who might be new to climbing.

Cleveland Rocks Climbing

2831 Franklin Boulevard, Cleveland, OH 44113

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Offering lead climbing, top rope, and bouldering, Cleveland Rocks is a world-class indoor climbing facility that spans 18,000 square feet. The gym is located inside Cleveland's renovated Ohio City Masonic Temple, a historical structure providing a unique climbing venue. Cleveland Rocks offers three separate climbing areas, with roped walls up to 54 feet, and also hosts a wide range of climbing classes and programs for youths and adults. It's one of the best spots for beginner and advanced climbers in Northeast Ohio.

Rock Mill

677 Carroll Street, Akron, OH 44304

Akron's Rock Mill is a great place to climb, but it's also much more. Yoga classes are taught almost every day of the week, and traditional fitness facilities are also open to members and visitors alike. That includes a weight training area and cardio equipment. Rock Mill also offers a well-stocked coffee bar that serves locally sourced coffee, beer, and food. For those just here to climb, you'll find a 6,000-square-foot bouldering hall with 80-plus bouldering problems that are reset every week to consistently provide new challenges. 

Chambers Purely Boulders

1165 Chambers Road, Columbus, OH 43212

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A cheery indoor bouldering gym near the OSU Campus in Greenview, Chambers Purely Boulders is one of the best places in Columbus for aspiring climbers. With a wide range of weekly programs that teach bouldering and climbing fundamentals, Chambers Purely Boulders makes it easy to get on the wall, even if you've never climbed before. The gym hosts a variety of classes and clinics as well, including weekly yoga classes that are free for members.

Vertical Adventures

6513 Kingsmill Court, Columbus, OH 43229

Open since 1994, Vertical Adventures has been providing an amazing indoor rock climbing experience in Columbus since long before rock gyms became hip or trendy. A staple of the Columbus climbing community, this facility offers over 16,000 feet of terrain that caters to a wide range of climbing styles, including lead, top-roping, and bouldering. Beginner and climbing fundamentals classes are available for anyone who wants to gain some rock climbing experience. 

Bloc Garten

512 Maier Place, Columbus, OH 43215

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With a welcoming environment and supportive community, Bloc Garten is one of the best bouldering gyms in Central Ohio. With new bouldering problems reset every week on Tuesdays, the gym's dynamic bouldering walls constantly provide new challenges to climbers of all skill levels. Free gear rental is available for your first visit, and the gym offers a 90-minute fundamentals class that helps new climbers find their footing. Regular climbing clinics also provide new insight and instruction for experienced climbers to up their game, both physically and mentally. 

Climb Cincy

1708 Blue Rock Street, Cincinnati, OH 45223

Opened in 2020, Climb Cincy is one of the newest indoor rock gyms in the Cincinnati area. The facility is nestled in the beautiful Northside neighborhood of Cincinnati, and the folks who run it make a point of catering to climbers of all experience levels to create an environment where all are welcome. Climb Cincy is a bouldering facility, which means participants climb over padded floors with no ropes or harnesses involved. Walls range from 11 to 14 feet tall, and many routes are beginner-friendly, while others will challenge even the most seasoned climbers. 

Mosaic Climbing

9501 Union Cemetery Road, Loveland, OH 45140

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No matter what your preferred style of climbing may be and how much experience you may have, Mosaic Climbing offers something for you. Located in the small city of Loveland within the Cincinnati metro area, Mosaic Climbing offers one of the most impressive, wide-ranging climbing facilities in Ohio. In addition to bouldering terrain, Mosaic offers top-rope, auto-belay, and lead climbing, plus a variety of climbing-related training equipment and a complete fitness facility with yoga rooms. Private and group instruction is available for youths and adults.

RockQuest Climbing Center

3475 East Kemper Road, Cincinnati, OH 45241

Located in a renovated industrial space in Sharonville, just north of Cincinnati, RockQuest Climbing Center is one of Ohio's longest-running indoor climbing gyms and a staple of the local climbing community in the Cincy area. RockQuest offers around 15,000 square feet of climbing surface, with roped climbing as well as bouldering. Belay classes are available, teaching essential top rope climbing skills, including knots and techniques. 

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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.

January Gifts:

Cincinnati: Chocolates

Cleveland: Donuts

Columbus: A Pizza Boat

Medina: Socks

Akron: A Sandwich and Soup

Canton: Cupcakes

Wooster: Socks

Kent/Stow: A Smoothie

Cincinnati: Chocolates

Tickled Sweet

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.

Cleveland: Donuts

Jack Frost Donuts

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.

Columbus: A Pizza Bowl

GoreMade Pizza

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.

Medina: Socks

JK Gift Shop

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.

Akron: A Sandwich and Soup

Niko's Sandwich Board

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.

Canton: Cupcakes

Sprinkle City Bakery & Cafe

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.

Wooster: Socks

JK Gift Shop

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.

Kent/Stow: A Smoothie

Kwench Juice Cafe

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.

A Year Full of Gifts

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

Cooking is an essential life skill that everyone should have some practice with. Why not take your dishes to the next level by learning from the pros? Here are just a few of the many places you can go to learn cooking techniques from some of Ohio's top chefs. 

Loretta Paganini School of Cooking 

8613 Mayfield Rd., Chesterland, OH 44026

The Loretta Paganini School of Cooking is one of the most renowned culinary institutions in Northeast Ohio. The crown jewel of the International Culinary Arts and Sciences Institute, this school offers classes for laypeople as well as up-and-coming professional chefs. Some are even taught by Paganini herself!

The school's curriculum includes a set of intensive four-week classes to teach basic techniques like knife skills, grilling, and sauce-making—perfect for those just starting out in the kitchen. There are also a variety of standalone classes available to help you brush up on your execution of specific dishes, including ravioli, ragout, and various surf and turf plates. 

Stir Studio Kitchen

4461 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, OH 44113

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Ever looked up a recipe for a particular dish and immediately regretted it when you saw what the instructions looked like? Stir Studio Kitchen is all about teaching kitchen novices to master specific meals that they might otherwise find intimidating. Each course is 2-3 hours long, and most take place in the evening. 

The classes cover dishes from a wide range of cuisines, including everything from chicken pot pie with citrus poppyseed salad to homemade naan with chana masala and palak paneer. Many of their classes include dishes that can be made vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free. Just let them know in advance so they can make sure they have the right ingredients on hand!

The Mix

250 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, OH 43215

The Mix is Columbus State Community College's official culinary branch. All of this acclaimed Columbus institution's classes are taught by experienced chefs, many of whom have also published well-known cookbooks and food columns. 

These hands-on courses run for about 2 hours each. Most of them teach you how to cook a single dish, such as Beef Wellington, Spanish paella, and French crepes. Others cover a few dishes related to a central theme, such as their Mardi Gras Celebration class in late February. 

The Seasoned Farmhouse

3674 N. High St., Columbus, OH 43214

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Cooking doesn't have to be a high-stakes passion pursuit to be enjoyable. The folks at The Seasoned Farmhouse call their organization a recreational cooking school, a term they use to signpost their more relaxed cooking philosophy. The classes are still taught by professional chefs, but there's no pressure—it's all just for fun. 

Classes come in both hands-on and demonstration formats and are available evenings and afternoons. Whether you're interested in making hearty favorites like homemade bagels or fancy dishes like Beef Wellington, you're sure to find a course that will teach you what you need to know. 

Quinci Emporium

11 Buttles Ave., Columbus, OH 43215

The Quinci Emporium began as a gourmet food store when it first opened a few years back. Now, the company offers cooking classes in addition to its retail operations. You can take a 2- to 3-hour course with chef Deborah Quinci or a member of her team on most days of the week. 

The dishes covered in these classes range from savory classics like Tortellini with Broth and Lasagna Bolognese to sweet treats like cookies and biscotti. All recipes use the store's own fresh ingredients, including wines, meats, cheeses, pasta, and breads.

Tablespoon Cooking Co.

1731 Elm St., Cincinnati, OH 45202

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You don't have to be a kitchen whiz to benefit from cooking instruction. Tablespoon Cooking Co. strives to make cooking classes accessible to people of all skill levels, including those who rarely cook for themselves. 

Beginners and advanced home cooks alike can sign up to learn how to make a variety of delicious dishes, from shrimp paella to pasta Bolognese with fresh noodles. The company also holds mixology classes at their in-house bar for anyone who wants to take their home happy hours to the next level. They even carry a selection of ingredients and equipment used in their classes, making it easy for you to pick up exactly what you need to recreate your lessons at home. 

Afromeals

1719 Elm St., Cincinnati, OH 45202

Want to experience a range of flavors you may never have tasted before? Afromeals is the place to learn how to make the earthy, spicy dishes of African and Caribbean cuisine in your own kitchen. 

Run by executive chef Gabi Odebode and her team of prep chefs, this culinary school will teach you how to prepare Afro-Caribbean staples like Jollof rice, Chakalaka, and Jerk chicken. You'll learn more about the ingredients, textures, and flavor profiles that define this type of cuisine and expand your culinary horizons.

La Soupe

915 E. McMillan St., Cincinnati, OH 45206

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If you're like many Americans, you might find yourself throwing out almost as much food as you eat. La Soupe is a non-profit organization on a mission to eliminate food waste from Cincinnati households. As part of this mission, they offer cooking classes to illustrate what you can do with the food you would usually throw away. 

Most of the recipes taught in their classes are for soups, stews, and other hearty dishes that can be made with almost any ingredients. These classes are a great fit for people trying to cut down on their grocery spending—and these days, who isn't?

Let's Get Cooking

It's never too late to learn a new recipe or cooking technique. What new dishes will you learn to whip up this year?

One of the great things about living in Columbus is that you can find an outstanding meal in every corner of the city, but few neighborhoods pack as many delicious dining destinations into one area as the Italian Village. Whether you're in the mood for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a full day of culinary adventures, there's sure to be a fantastic, local restaurant with your name on it. Feeling hungry yet? Read on to discover nine distinctive destinations for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the Italian Village neighborhood of Columbus.

Start Your Day with an Outstanding Breakfast

Fox in the Snow

1031 N. Fourth St., Columbus, OH 43201

If you're looking for the most popular place to grab breakfast, sweet treats, and a delicious morning coffee, then Fox in the Snow is the place to be. The menu here is short and sweet yet still features something for everyone. Start your day with something healthy like the house-made granola with fresh blueberries, enjoy a gourmet breakfast sandwich, or satisfy your sweet tooth with one of many tempting treats from the bakery. Finish your meal with one of their excellent coffees, lattes, espressos, or teas.

Drunch Eatery + Bar

995 N. 4th St., Columbus, Ohio 43201

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When you're in the mood for something sweet and savory for breakfast, the team at Drunch Eatery + Bar has you covered. In addition to all of the breakfast standards that you know and love, the menu here boasts some items that you won't find at every breakfast spot. The chicken and waffles with cheddar, Tabasco, and maple syrup are one great example. Of course, you can also enjoy a huge selection of frittatas, breakfast bowls, french toast, flatbreads, and more.

Tasi Cafe

680 N. Pearl St. #1518, Columbus, OH 43215

Everything on the menu at Tasi Cafe is prepared with fresh, local ingredients sourced from Ohio farms and crafted with love. This is the place to find elevated takes on your favorite breakfast dishes, from the tempting Challah French Toast to the classic breakfast burrito prepared with only the best whole ingredients. It's the perfect place to visit when you're in the mood to splurge on an extra-nice breakfast, with a great mix of healthy and decadent choices on the menu. Be sure to check out the drinks selection, which includes some outstanding teas from local suppliers.

Pick the Perfect Place to Stop for Lunch

Northstar Cafe

951 N. High St., Columbus, OH 43201

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With sandwiches, salads, bowls, brick-oven pizzas, and burritos, Northstar Cafe has something delicious to suit your every mood. This is also a great place for an outing with friends, thanks to the unique menu of creative craft cocktails, international wines, and locally produced craft beers that you can find at the in-house bar. Can't decide between breakfast and lunch? Northstar Cafe also offers brunch every Saturday and Sunday.

Woodhouse Vegan Cafe + Space

851 N. 4th St., Columbus, OH 43215

One of the great things about the dining scene around Italian Village is that there's something for everyone, including some outstanding options for plant-based meals. Naturally, everything on the menu at this cafe, bar, and bakery is vegan-friendly, but you certainly don't have to be vegan to enjoy the excellent food served here. Settle in for a meal in the beautifully decorated cafe, or pick a sunny day to enjoy a healthy, delicious lunch on the backyard patio.

GoreMade Pizza

936 N. 4th St., Columbus, OH 43201

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Pizza is never a bad choice for lunch in the Italian Village neighborhood, and GoreMade Pizza consistently serves up some of the top-rated gourmet pies in all of Columbus. In the past, you may have enjoyed their pizza at local farmer's markets and events. Now GoreMade Pizza has a great brick-and-mortar location, serving up delicious, creative pizzas with a huge selection of fresh toppings sourced from local farms.

Cap Off the Evening with a Delicious Dinner

Budd Dairy Food Hall

1086 N. 4th St., Columbus, OH 43201

Can't decide what you want for dinner? That's no problem when you visit Budd Dairy Food Hall, where you can find a meal for every taste and mood. Recently named one of the 10 best new food halls in the country by Fodor's Travel, Budd Dairy Food Hall is the first food hall in Central Ohio and has quickly become a local favorite. Whether you're in the mood for Hawaiian poke, delicious Southern gumbo, or a unique craft cocktail from one of three bars in the food hall, this is a place where you can satisfy nearly every culinary craving.

TownHall

792 N. High St., Columbus, OH 43215

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Known for its soups, shareable plates, sandwiches, and fresh, flavorful entrees, TownHall is the perfect choice when you're in the mood for a healthy meal that doesn't sacrifice on deliciousness. The selection of broths and soups is perfect for warming up on a crisp winter evening, while dinner plates like the New Zealand Grass Fed Strip are ideal for recharging after a busy day. Be sure to check out the dessert menu, which features some healthy, flavorful keto-friendly, dairy-free, and vegan desserts.

Hoof Hearted Brewery and Kitchen

850 N. 4th St., Columbus, OH 43215

Italian Village is also home to some of the best craft breweries that Columbus has to offer, including the popular Hoof Hearted Brewery and Kitchen where you can enjoy a tasty meal paired with a truly unique, bombastic selection of locally produced craft brews. With daily happy hours, a fun, sometimes zany atmosphere, and friendly, personal service, this is an ideal choice when you want to unwind with an outstanding meal at the end of the day.

Find Your Fill in Italian Village

With so many excellent places for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, it will take more than one visit to Italian Village to try them all! So, where you will you find your next marvelous meal in this Columbus neighborhood?

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.

The Ohio State University Ice Rink

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.

OhioHealth Chiller Ice Rinks - OhioHealth Ice Haus

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.

Blendon Woods Metro Park

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.

UC Health Ice Rink

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.

Sports Plus Cincinnati

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.

Ice Skating at Fifty West

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.

Ice Rink at Summit Park

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.

Mentor Ice Arena

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.

Alice Noble Ice Arena

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.

Where the Ice is Nice

Which Ohio ice rinks are you looking forward to visiting?