Tag: Hometown Cafe

  • Downtown Loveland is now the home of a BREW Tour!

    Downtown Loveland is now the home of a BREW Tour!

    Loveland, Ohio – Downtown Loveland is now the home of a BREW Tour! The Little Miami River Chamber Alliance along with several downtown Loveland, Ohio businesses have launched a unique, fun,and complimentary BREW tour to encourage the community to patronize area businesses during the chillier and slower months of business.

    Residents and guests can pick up a punch card at any participating downtown Loveland restaurant, bar, or coffee shop to participate in this fun event.

    CeeCee Collins, President of the Little Miami River Chamber Alliance, said that “All folks need to do is ask for their punch card and then visit all the establishments for a beverage of their choice. Once they have visited all of the establishments and have a full punch cared, they can pick up their “prize,” at the chamber. They get to choose from either a commemorative pint glass or a coffee mug.”

    We’re having a lot of fun with the event and the establishments are excited to be a part of this unique BREW Tour. We encourage beer, wine, coffee, soda drinkers all to be a part of the fun!”

    The participating establishments are:

    Narrow Path Brewing
    Ramsey’s Trailside
    RODI Italian
    Tano Bistro
    Mile 42 Coffee
    Hometown Café
    Paxton’s Grill
    The Works
    Bishop’s Quarter
    Hops and Berry
    Rose Boutique Wine Bar
    Cappy’s Wine & Spirits

     

    The event goes from February 19 to April 19 in downtown Loveland, Ohio only.

    CONTACT:

    ​​CEECEE COLLINS

    ​​513-683-1544

    ​​CEECEE@LMRCHAMBERALLIANCE.ORG

  • Where you can buy the new 2024 Valentine Card and more Valentine 411

    Where you can buy the new 2024 Valentine Card and more Valentine 411

    In the photo above is CeeCee Collins the President of the Little Miami River Chamber Alliance and Lauren Connolly revealing Lauren’s winning design at a recent event at City Hall. (Photo by David Miller/Loveland Magazine © 2024)

    Loveland, Ohio – The 2014 Loveland Valentine Card was designed by Loveland artist Lauren Connolly and for the first time represents the world famous Loveland Castle, Chateau Laroche. (Read more about the castle HERE and HERE.)

    The Valentine Program began in 1972 and has grown over the years to include a variety of Valentine community activities, as well as our nationally-known cachet stamping and postmark program.

    Cards are out and about around town at the following locations:

    • Fleurish
    • Lemons and Limes
    • Trailside Provisions
    • Alley Boutique
    • Better Blends
    • Mile 42 Coffee
    • Hometown Cafe
    • Bike Trail Books
    • Whistle Stop Clay Works
    • City Hall
    • Union Savings Bank
    • Graeters
    • Pet Wants
    • and Kroger (soon).
    The pricing is $2 each or 3 for $5. The Valentine Ladies will be stamping the cards with Loveland’s unique cachet at the Loveland Post Office from Feb 1st through February 12th, 10 AM until 4 PM on weekdays and until 2 PM on Saturdays.
    About artist Lauren Connolly

    Wildlife Photography, Painting, & Nature Journaling

    Wildlife education through visual arts

    Creating ways to connect to something wild!

    “My passion is for conservation, and my mission is to create ways to use wildlife in visual arts to spark a desire in people to get outside and connect with the natural world.”

    Maritime Studies Degree & Certified Remote Pilot (JL Aerial Views)

    PADI S.C.U.B.A. Instructor & OH Certified Volunteer Naturalist

    Pet Portrait Watercolor Artist & Explorer (WildDevelopments. Etsy.com)

    Read more about Lauren’s adventurous life…

    For inquiries into my work or my availability, please use the form to contact me. I thank you for your interest, and I will do my best to get back to you soon! 

    Email: Lauren@JLAerialViews.com

    Welcome to Wild Developments, a unique podcast inviting you on a profound journey connecting nature, art, and storytelling. Inspired by transformative experiences and a deep appreciation for the outdoors, our founder shares a personal story that led to a departure from a corporate career and a rekindled passion for visual arts. Amid the challenges of the pandemic, nature became a sanctuary, fostering connections through routine nature journaling, photography, and watercolor paintings. The podcast emerges as a bridge to unite people through the power of narrative, encouraging listeners to share their unique stories. In this collective journey toward healing and connection, Wild Developments inspires individuals to venture outside and embrace the transformative forces of nature.

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    How to send your Valentine for cachet stamping with the Loveland, Ohio postmark

    Valentine Lady Linda Cox stamping Valentine Cards at the Loveland Post office. (Chamber Photo)

    All valentines are hand-stamped with Loveland’s unique cachet, which is modeled after the year’s winning card, and then hand-cancelled with a special Loveland, Ohio postmark.

    Each year, The ladies re-mail thousands of cards to all 50 states and many foreign countries. They also stamp wedding invitations throughout the year.

    MAIL IN YOUR VALENTINE
    In a larger envelope send your prepared cards with the proper postage attached, the addressee, and your return address and they will add the romantic cachet stamp and the Loveland postmark.

    Mail to:

    The Valentine Lady
    Little Miami River Chamber Alliance
    113 Karl Brown Way, Second Floor
    Loveland, OH 45140

    DEADLINE TO MAIL:

    ALL CARDS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN FEBRUARY 11th to be mailed in time for Valentine’s Day.

    DROP OFF YOUR VALENTINES
    If you’d like to personally drop off your Valentine cards for stamping, take them to the Post Office during the hours above or at the Chamber office at 514 West Loveland Avenue in the West Loveland Historic District next to Union Savings Bank. The phone number is: (513) 683-1544

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    Valentine Breakfast

    Feb 9
    8:30 AM – 10 AM
    Join the Little Miami River Chamber Alliance along with the Loveland area business community & residents for our 2024 Valentine’s Day Breakfast Event at the Oasis Conference Center!

    Join us as we honor and recognize our 2024:

    -Valentine Lady
    -Valentine Card Designer
    -Poetry Contest Winners
    -Valentino Coloring Contest Winners

    There will be special entertainment and a full, hot breakfast! Come and see why everyone “Loves” Loveland, OH!

    BUY TICKETS

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    [Photo Album] “Ladies” kick off Loveland Valentine’s season

    Interview with Becky Giver the 2024 Loveland Ohio Valentine Lady

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    Valentine’s Season is upon us in the Land of LOVE!
    Parents: Need an activity for the long, cold weekend ahead? Check out our Valentino coloring contest and our poetry contest for all ages!
    Poetry: https://lmrchamberalliance.org/…/valentine-poetry-contest/
  • Chamber honors local organizations and businesses

    Chamber honors local organizations and businesses

    WCPO Weatherman Steve Raleigh was the guest emcee for the awards dinner
    Chamber Board Member, Brian Garry was the Emcee for the Awards Dinner

    Loveland, Ohio – On Thursday evening, November 16 the Little Miami River Chamber Alliance held their annual Awards dinner at the Oasis Conference Center. Chamber Board Member, Brian Garry was the Emcee for the evening and WCPO Weatherman Steve Raleigh was the Guest Emcee.

    Kaitlyn Brennan is the site manager of Gigi’s Playhouse Cincinnati, the Emerging Business of the Year. She told attendees about the organization’s free educational, therapeutic-based, and career development programs for individuals with Down syndrome.

    A raffle was held and the proceeds were divided between the Chamber’s scholarship fund and Gigi’s Playhouse Cincinnati. Kaitlyn Brennan is the site manager of Gigi’s Playhouse and made a presentation about their delivery of free educational, therapeutic-based, and career development programs for individuals with Down syndrome, their families, and the community, through a “replicable playhouse model”.

    Gigi’s Playhouse Cincinnati was also recognized as the area’s Emerging Business of the Year.

     

    2023 Award winners

    Business of the Year: Paxton’s Grill

    Emerging Business of the Year: Gigi’s Playhouse Cincinnati

    Beautification Award: Loveland PaddleSports (Loveland Canoe and Kayak)

    Community Involvement Award: The Works

    Business Community Advocate Award: LIFE Food Pantry

    Non-Profit of the Year: The Grail

    Woman Owned Business of the Year: The 1859

    Young Professional of the Year: Katie Taylor

    Randy K. Stanifer Health, Wellness & Fitness Business of the Year: Gray Nutrition

    Customer Service Award: Hometown Café

    Community Responder Award: Loveland Legacy Foundation

    Hidden Hero Award: Angels by the Trail

    Chamber Choice Award: City of Loveland Public Works

    Lift Up Loveland Award: Ralph Dunnigan

     

    WCPO Weatherman Steve Raleigh was the guest emcee for the awards dinner
    Jimmy Hooper accepted the Customer Service Award given to Hometown Café
    Tasha Danzilo accepted the  Community Involvement Award for The Works
    Shawn Hartness accepted the Chamber Choice Award on behalf of the City of Loveland Public Works Department
    Ralph Dunnigan received the “Lift Up Loveland Award”
    Mark and Robyn Bersani were awarded the Beautification Award for Loveland PaddleSports (Loveland Canoe and Kayak)
    President Martha Hadley accepted the Community Responder Award given to the Loveland Legacy Foundation
    The Hidden Hero Award was accepted by founder, Stacey Lund for Angels by the Trail
    Angelo Veotte-Board President of Gigi’s Playhouse Cincinnati accepted the Emerging Business of the Year award
    Linda Bergholz the Executive Director, accepted the Business Community Advocate Award for the LIFE Food Pantry
    Kate Harden the owner of The 1859 was recognized as Woman Owned Business of the Year.
    Katie Taylor, Owner of The Outsourced COO was chosen as the Young Professional of the Year
    John Zielke accepted the Business of the Year honor on behalf of  Paxton’s Grill
    Terri Pucket accepted the Non-Profit of the Year award for The Grail

    The silent auction still has a few items remaining. If you would like to bid or buy now, please CLICK. The auction benefits Gigi’s Playhouse and the chamber scholarship fund and is live until Monday, Nov 27.

    Miss the wine and bourbon pull? Reach out to Meredith (Meredith@lmrchamberalliance.org) for more info and to grab a bottle!

    All photos in this story © David Miller/Loveland Magazine 2023

  • This week’s “Third Thursday Summer Concert”

    This week’s “Third Thursday Summer Concert”

    Loveland, Ohio – Join Little Miami River Chamber Alliance this summer for FREE Thursday evening Summer Concerts! These events are free to the public and will be held on the third Thursday of the summer months on the patio of Hometown Cafe along the bike trail. Bring a chair and grab a drink from a local establishment (DORA friendly!) and enjoy some tunes this summer in Loveland!

    Thursday, Aug 17

    6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

    The Blank Checks

  • Art Gallery Crawl in Loveland this Saturday, June 24

    Art Gallery Crawl in Loveland this Saturday, June 24

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    Loveland, Ohio – The Art League of Loveland has announced the 3rd annual Art Gallery Crawl, which will be held Saturday, June 24, from 4 until 9 PM.

    The event is back by popular demand and boasts the participation of 118 artists featured throughout the City of Loveland showing their wares and talking with guests about their work. The show includes jewelry makers, painters, sculptors, ceramic and glass artists, fiber artists, and many more. 

    As always, Loveland’s seven primary art galleries will be holding Open Houses and featuring a variety of renowned artists — both past and present.  In addition, eight local businesses will be featuring artists, including Bond Furniture, Hometown Cafe, Trailside Provisions, and more. 

    This year’s Art Crawl will have a Welcome Tent at Union Savings Bank on the corner of West Loveland Avenue and Wall Street, where participants can get more information, such as a map of all the venues and a listing of all the artists participating.

    The Art Crawl brochure will also show the mile-and-a-half route the event’s “Art Buggy” will be taking, so guests can either walk the route or hop on the free shuttle to pursue their artistic journey viewing a wide variety of art and meeting local artists and artisans. The galleries and venues will be providing special deals and light refreshments for all.

    “Right Click” this map to see a larger view, and for printing.

     

    “The show really highlights artists living in and around Loveland,” says Deirdre Dyson, the show’s Honorary Chair and one of the city’s award-winning artists. “Loveland has so much to offer artistically, and we’re proud to sponsor this city-wide event celebrating the arts.” Dyson is the owner of Art House II, which features several galleries of her work.

    Overall, 118 artists will be showing their wares, including jewelry, paintings, drawings, pottery, sculptures, glass, fiber arts, and many more.

    The Art Gallery Crawl once again will be offering four $250 raffle prizes for participants who complete the Art Gallery circuit and visit each venue. Each prize entitles the winner to select $250 worth of artwork from any of the participating artists/galleries.

    There will be several additions that make this Art Crawl a “can’t miss” event! For example, thanks to the Grail’s Art Director, Caroline DiGiovenale, there will be a Childrens Station at Jackson Street Market offering free crafts and activities to entertain young and old alike. A food truck, Caveman Crepes, will be serving up sweet and savory fare at the Welcome Tent. Plus, there will be live music by Ellen Mershon at Whistle Stop Clay Works! This is a free cultural arts event for the entire family brought to you by the Art League of Loveland and the Art Crawl’s many generous sponsors. All are welcome.

    ABOUT THE LOVELAND ART GALLERY CRAWl

    MISSION:

    The Art Crawl highlights the City’s vibrant art culture — and focuses on the extraordinary creative works by our many Loveland artists!

    This event also introduces participants to Loveland’s rich art history. For example, in historic West Loveland, there are two art galleries that feature internationally renowned artists:

    Nancy Ford Cones (1869-1962), was an award-winning pioneer in photography as an art medium.

    William Schickel (1919-2009), was a prolific liturgical artist and architect whose body of work includes paintings, sculptures, stained glass, and furniture design.

    During this one-day art event, Loveland Art Galleries and Artists hold Open Houses from 4-9 PM and offer light appetizers and drinks, while also showcasing a featured artist or highlighting artwork for sale. Altogether, there are seven art galleries and dozens of artist studios within the city.

    To provide an extra element of fun for our art crawlers, most galleries provide individual raffles, and one large LAGC raffle prize ($250) will be offered to those crawlers who complete the entire art gallery circuit.

    The LAGC “Art Buggy” Shuttle offers hop-on, hop-off transportation from one end of town to the other (about a mile-and-a-half circuit).

    All Loveland artists who live and/or work within the Greater Loveland area are welcome to participate. Many local businesses also support this event by featuring local artists’ works or through sponsorships.

    The first Loveland Art Gallery Crawl was initiated last year by a group of committed artists and art lovers. The success of that event led to the creation of the Art League of Loveland (ALL), a non-profit organization for artists and art lovers that is dedicated to ensuring all artists thrive in the Loveland community.

    This year’s Loveland Art Gallery Crawl is led by members of the Art League of Loveland. For more information: www.ArtLeagueofLoveland.org

  • Art Gallery Crawl in Loveland on Saturday, June 24

    Art Gallery Crawl in Loveland on Saturday, June 24

    Advertisement

    Loveland, Ohio – The Art League of Loveland has announced the 3rd annual Art Gallery Crawl, which will be held Saturday, June 24, from 4 until 9 PM.

    The event is back by popular demand and boasts the participation of 118 artists featured throughout the City of Loveland showing their wares and talking with guests about their work. The show includes jewelry makers, painters, sculptors, ceramic and glass artists, fiber artists, and many more. 

    As always, Loveland’s seven primary art galleries will be holding Open Houses and featuring a variety of renowned artists — both past and present.  In addition, eight local businesses will be featuring artists, including Bond Furniture, Hometown Cafe, Trailside Provisions, and more. 

    This year’s Art Crawl will have a Welcome Tent at Union Savings Bank on the corner of West Loveland Avenue and Wall Street, where participants can get more information, such as a map of all the venues and a listing of all the artists participating.

    The Art Crawl brochure will also show the mile-and-a-half route the event’s “Art Buggy” will be taking, so guests can either walk the route or hop on the free shuttle to pursue their artistic journey viewing a wide variety of art and meeting local artists and artisans. The galleries and venues will be providing special deals and light refreshments for all.

    “Right Click” this map to see a larger view, and for printing.

    “The show really highlights artists living in and around Loveland,” says Deirdre Dyson, the show’s Honorary Chair and one of the city’s award-winning artists. “Loveland has so much to offer artistically, and we’re proud to sponsor this city-wide event celebrating the arts.” Dyson is the owner of Art House II, which features several galleries of her work.

    Overall, 118 artists will be showing their wares, including jewelry, paintings, drawings, pottery, sculptures, glass, fiber arts, and many more.

    The Art Gallery Crawl once again will be offering four $250 raffle prizes for participants who complete the Art Gallery circuit and visit each venue. Each prize entitles the winner to select $250 worth of artwork from any of the participating artists/galleries.

    There will be several additions that make this Art Crawl a “can’t miss” event! For example, thanks to the Grail’s Art Director, Caroline DiGiovenale, there will be a Childrens Station at Jackson Street Market offering free crafts and activities to entertain young and old alike. A food truck, Caveman Crepes, will be serving up sweet and savory fare at the Welcome Tent. Plus, there will be live music by Ellen Mershon at Whistle Stop Clay Works! This is a free cultural arts event for the entire family brought to you by the Art League of Loveland and the Art Crawl’s many generous sponsors. All are welcome.

    ABOUT THE LOVELAND ART GALLERY CRAWl

    MISSION:

    The Art Crawl highlights the City’s vibrant art culture — and focuses on the extraordinary creative works by our many Loveland artists!

    This event also introduces participants to Loveland’s rich art history. For example, in historic West Loveland, there are two art galleries that feature internationally renowned artists:

    Nancy Ford Cones (1869-1962), was an award-winning pioneer in photography as an art medium.

    William Schickel (1919-2009), was a prolific liturgical artist and architect whose body of work includes paintings, sculptures, stained glass, and furniture design.

    During this one-day art event, Loveland Art Galleries and Artists hold Open Houses from 4-9 PM and offer light appetizers and drinks, while also showcasing a featured artist or highlighting artwork for sale. Altogether, there are seven art galleries and dozens of artist studios within the city.

    To provide an extra element of fun for our art crawlers, most galleries provide individual raffles, and one large LAGC raffle prize ($250) will be offered to those crawlers who complete the entire art gallery circuit.

    The LAGC “Art Buggy” Shuttle offers hop-on, hop-off transportation from one end of town to the other (about a mile-and-a-half circuit).

    All Loveland artists who live and/or work within the Greater Loveland area are welcome to participate. Many local businesses also support this event by featuring local artists’ works or through sponsorships.

    The first Loveland Art Gallery Crawl was initiated last year by a group of committed artists and art lovers. The success of that event led to the creation of the Art League of Loveland (ALL), a non-profit organization for artists and art lovers that is dedicated to ensuring all artists thrive in the Loveland community.

    This year’s Loveland Art Gallery Crawl is led by members of the Art League of Loveland. For more information: www.ArtLeagueofLoveland.org

  • Third Thursday Summer Concert: Mothman tonight at Hometown Cafe on the Bike Trail

    Third Thursday Summer Concert: Mothman tonight at Hometown Cafe on the Bike Trail

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    Loveland, Ohio – Mark your calendars for the Third Thursday Summer Concert presented by the Little Miami River Chamber Alliance. Thanks to our presenting sponsor, BF Realty, Brittney Frietch Team for helping make these summer concerts happen! All concerts are free to attend and bands will perform on the patio of Hometown Cafe.

    Tonight Mothman will be on the Hometown Cafe patio adjacent to the Loveland Bike Trail in Historic Downtown Loveland.

     

  • Art Gallery Crawl in Loveland on Saturday, June 24

    Art Gallery Crawl in Loveland on Saturday, June 24

    Advertisement

    Loveland, Ohio – The Art League of Loveland has announced the 3rd annual Art Gallery Crawl, which will be held Saturday, June 24, from 4 until 9 PM.

    The event is back by popular demand and boasts the participation of 118 artists featured throughout the City of Loveland showing their wares and talking with guests about their work. The show includes jewelry makers, painters, sculptors, ceramic and glass artists, fiber artists, and many more. 

    As always, Loveland’s seven primary art galleries will be holding Open Houses and featuring a variety of renowned artists — both past and present.  In addition, eight local businesses will be featuring artists, including Bond Furniture, Hometown Cafe, Trailside Provisions, and more. 

    This year’s Art Crawl will have a Welcome Tent at Union Savings Bank on the corner of West Loveland Avenue and Wall Street, where participants can get more information, such as a map of all the venues and a listing of all the artists participating.

    The Art Crawl brochure will also show the mile-and-a-half route the event’s “Art Buggy” will be taking, so guests can either walk the route or hop on the free shuttle to pursue their artistic journey viewing a wide variety of art and meeting local artists and artisans. The galleries and venues will be providing special deals and light refreshments for all.

    “Right Click” this map to see a larger view, and for printing.

    “The show really highlights artists living in and around Loveland,” says Deirdre Dyson, the show’s Honorary Chair and one of the city’s award-winning artists. “Loveland has so much to offer artistically, and we’re proud to sponsor this city-wide event celebrating the arts.” Dyson is the owner of Art House II, which features several galleries of her work.

    Overall, 118 artists will be showing their wares, including jewelry, paintings, drawings, pottery, sculptures, glass, fiber arts, and many more.

    The Art Gallery Crawl once again will be offering four $250 raffle prizes for participants who complete the Art Gallery circuit and visit each venue. Each prize entitles the winner to select $250 worth of artwork from any of the participating artists/galleries.

    There will be several additions that make this Art Crawl a “can’t miss” event! For example, thanks to the Grail’s Art Director, Caroline DiGiovenale, there will be a Childrens Station at Jackson Street Market offering free crafts and activities to entertain young and old alike. A food truck, Caveman Crepes, will be serving up sweet and savory fare at the Welcome Tent. Plus, there will be live music by Ellen Mershon at Whistle Stop Clay Works! This is a free cultural arts event for the entire family brought to you by the Art League of Loveland and the Art Crawl’s many generous sponsors. All are welcome.

    ABOUT THE LOVELAND ART GALLERY CRAWl

    MISSION:

    The Art Crawl highlights the City’s vibrant art culture — and focuses on the extraordinary creative works by our many Loveland artists!

    This event also introduces participants to Loveland’s rich art history. For example, in historic West Loveland, there are two art galleries that feature internationally renowned artists:

    Nancy Ford Cones (1869-1962), was an award-winning pioneer in photography as an art medium.

    William Schickel (1919-2009), was a prolific liturgical artist and architect whose body of work includes paintings, sculptures, stained glass, and furniture design.

    During this one-day art event, Loveland Art Galleries and Artists hold Open Houses from 4-9 PM and offer light appetizers and drinks, while also showcasing a featured artist or highlighting artwork for sale. Altogether, there are seven art galleries and dozens of artist studios within the city.

    To provide an extra element of fun for our art crawlers, most galleries provide individual raffles, and one large LAGC raffle prize ($250) will be offered to those crawlers who complete the entire art gallery circuit.

    The LAGC “Art Buggy” Shuttle offers hop-on, hop-off transportation from one end of town to the other (about a mile-and-a-half circuit).

    All Loveland artists who live and/or work within the Greater Loveland area are welcome to participate. Many local businesses also support this event by featuring local artists’ works or through sponsorships.

    The first Loveland Art Gallery Crawl was initiated last year by a group of committed artists and art lovers. The success of that event led to the creation of the Art League of Loveland (ALL), a non-profit organization for artists and art lovers that is dedicated to ensuring all artists thrive in the Loveland community.

    This year’s Loveland Art Gallery Crawl is led by members of the Art League of Loveland. For more information: www.ArtLeagueofLoveland.org

  • FREE Thursday evening Summer Concerts!

    FREE Thursday evening Summer Concerts!

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    Loveland, Ohio – Join us this summer for FREE Thursday evening Summer Concerts! These events are free to the public and will be held on the third Thursday of the summer months on the patio of Hometown Cafe along the bike trail. Bring a chair and grab a drink from a local establishment (DORA friendly!) and enjoy some tunes this summer in Loveland!

    Summer Schedule:
    June 15: Mothman
    July 20: Blank Checks
    August 17: Saint Cloud (formerly Alico Band)

    Brought to you by the Little Miami River Chamber Alliance.

  • THIS THURSDAY on the patio of Hometown Cafe features Pandora Effect

    THIS THURSDAY on the patio of Hometown Cafe features Pandora Effect

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    Loveland, Ohio – The Little Miami River Chamber Alliance says they are looking forward to summer fun!

    Join them for THIRD THURSDAYS on the patio of Hometown Cafe Loveland! Live Music on the trail, cold beverages for sale, all in heart of downtown!

    https://www.facebook.com/PandoraEffectBand/