Beverly Kerr

Dickens Victorian Village Generates Christmas Spirit

Catch the Spirit of Christmas! Step back in time and visit the Dickens Victorian Village in downtown Cambridge, Ohio from November thru January 8, 2012. As you walk the streets, you will be greeted by volunteers in Victorian dress, sometimes entertained b... Read >

Memories of a One-Room School

Long ago in 1906, Hopewell School was built in Indian Camp, Ohio. Education there continued for nearly fifty years with the last class graduating eighth grade in 1955. One teacher taught eight grades for most of those years and needed lots of patience an... Read >

Gone Fishin' at Lake Tawakoni

Siesta Time! Sun rays heat up the afternoons in East Texas so the guys were all ready to take a siesta. Sheri, however, was already thinking ahead to supper time. Hesitantly Sheri asked, “Are any of you going fishing later this afternoon? Would be grea... Read >

Zane Grey Museum

Driving along the Old National Trail, now known as Route 40, we notice the Zane Grey Museum setting back in a relaxing hillside. Located in beautiful Southeastern Ohio between Cambridge and Zanesville, this museum takes you on a trip back in time to the ... Read >

Alaska Adventures in Juneau

What a beautiful sight as the cruise ship pulls into dock! Juneau, Alaska sets at the foot of Mt. Juneau, which is about 3,500 feet high making for a beautiful backdrop for the city. This capital city is the only US capital that has international borders... Read >

Beautiful Tranquil Schnormeier Gardens

Tranquility and serenity are two words describing the Schnormeier Gardens near the village of Gambier, Ohio. Once a year, usually in June, these beautiful gardens are open to the public. They are also open by appointment for groups during the year. Tak... Read >

Alaska's First City - Ketchikan

When traveling up the Inside Passage to Alaska, Ketchikan is the first major port that travelers visit. Ketchikan is located on a small island and was originally an Indian fishing camp. This is a popular destination due to its superb fishing, native cultu... Read >

Lonesome Town Near Mexican Border

Just by accident, travelers might find the little town of Hachita, New Mexico. As you travel through the Southern part of the state, Hachita is a small town not far from the Mexican border and located in the Little Hatchet Mountains. This is one of th... Read >

Dickens Victorian Village

Downtown Cambridge has been transformed into a bustling city with the opening of the fifth year of Dickens Victorian Village. It is hard to imagine the change that has occurred in such a short time. Just imagine one evening when the downtown Chocolate... Read >

Teddy Bear Gift Baskets - The Easy Way to Shop!

Sometimes you need to get a gift quickly and you just don't have the time to shop for all the things that would go together to make a nice gift. That is one of the reasons that gift baskets have become so popular recently. They are so many possibilities... Read >

Top Ten Reasons to Give a Teddy Bear Gift

Why should you give a Teddy Bear on your next special occasion? There are many reasons that come to mind, but let's check out the top ten! 10. Joy of Sharing Just watch the face of a youngster when they are handed a Teddy Bear Gift. Their eyes get w... Read >

Disguise Your Teddy Bear Gift for Halloween

Getting dressed up for a special occasion or holiday makes life fun! Children and adults enjoy putting on disguises for Halloween and special parties. So why not disguise your Teddy Bear also and make life more fun wherever you take your friendly bear. ... Read >