ShopLOCAL
It's no secret that we love Cleveland. Apparently we think the city is pretty damn cool, and our local shops are a big part of our city's coolness. So, let's keep them going and give them our support. After all, it's been documented that for every dollar you spend at local shops, more of that money stays invested in the community than if you were patronizing a big box shop. We've compiled a list of our favorite shops in NEO -- including everything from coffee shops and book stores, to record shops, toy stores and places that defy clear-cut categorization.
Not sold on the power of shopping locally? CC correspondent & musician Jeffrey Bowen wrote about shopping with heart. Read & be inspired.
OK, what did we miss? Drop us a line at EventsATCoolCleveland.com. Compiled by Martin Bielat & Sarah Valek. [Photo via Native Cleveland. Jewelry by Valerie Tyler.]
Find fine art, art supplies and the best place to take art classes. View our list of cool galleries and art shops like Aperture, Something Different, BUCKBUCK and other artsy places here.
Looking for markets? We have plenty -- from fair trade markets, to kitschy stores, to once-a-year holiday pop-up shops. They're all here.
It's often said that good health is the greatest gift of all. And what is healthier than biking? Join the cycling movement & support local bike shops like Century Cycles, Blazing Saddle and others listed here.
Like to read? Keep it local. See our list of NEO-based bookshops like Visible Voice Books, Loganberry Books, the Learned Owl and many others here.
You need the energy! If you need that extra kick in your step then head on over to some of these locally owned coffee shops and sip on some of Cleveland's finest coffee and tea selections. Find the coffee you need here.
Fill up your fridge at local establishments like the West Side Market or be a true locavore & shop at one of our many farmers markets, all listed here.
Wanna make something yourself? Or would you rather buy something homemade that someone else made? We've located the best places to buy crafts, supplies & jewelry, covering everything from Stitch Cleveland & Bead Paradise II to Fine Points & Rivers Color Studio. See here.
There's more to shopping than gifts & consumables. Here you can find places that serve the body and the soul.
Abode need a makeover? Click here for our list of home decor shops, which includes places like Habitat for Humanity ReStore, duoHome, Abrash Gallerie and more. Find local gifts for your cool home here.
Think outside the Toys 'R Us. Instead, shop at kiddie stores like Paisley Monkey, Once Upon a Time Toys, PLAYMatters and other shops listed here.
Get educational. Not only are museums -- like Cleveland Museum of Natural History, Cleveland Botanical Garden and Akron Art Museum -- a great place to spend the day, most feature gift shops full of high quality items. See 'em here.
Don't forget your animals! They need quality products, too, right? Check out our list here for NEO-based animal boutiques like Style Mutt, Petique, Coventry Cats & others here.
We have a thing for vinyl. And if you do too, shops like Square Records, My Mind's Eye & Hausfrau Record Shop will help you get your fix. See more music shops (not just record shops) here.
Enjoy life -- treat yourself now and then. We point you to the best places to get sweets like Lily Chocolates, No Whey! Vegan Chocolate Candies & Blackbird Baking Co. More here.
We all gotta look good. To do so, shop at places like Deering Vintage, Yellowcake, Native Cleveland and other shops listed here for optimal style.
Beer? Wine? Yeah, our region has plenty of that -- from the microbrews on the near west side to the wineries out east -- ensuring that no one goes thirsty (for locally-made booze). See our picks of places to frequent here.