Since the mid 1990s, I have personally had meeting after meeting with the operators of the food service venues at The Island House in downtown Port Clinton. I always pointed out that the proper operation of that facility was a “sacred trust” for the community because the Island House was the cornerstone of Port Clinton’s historic downtown.
John Schaffner, Publisher of The Beacon, is pleased to announce the appointment of Donna Lueke as Editor of the publication based in east Ottawa County. She replaces Angie Adair Zam, who recently took another position which will allow her to work from home to be with her young child.
“Donna has a love of the written word and has been active in a number of local organizations for several years, which should be a plus for her,” stated Schaffner. “At the top of her resume she wrote … ‘whatever the job, wherever I am, whenever I can, I love to write’.”
Ruthie Caputo, sales associate and Realtor with Jack Bradley Realty Co., Port Clinton, has been awarded the President’s Sales Club Award of Achievement designation from the Ohio Association of Realtors.
Caputo is a member of the Firelands Association of Realtors, OAR and National Association or Realtors.
The Port Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the grand re-opening and anniversary celebration of By Laurie, at 120 E. Second St., in downtown Port Clinton. The Ribbon Cutting Ceremony is at noon Friday, Aug. 24. Light refreshments will be served.
By Laurie has planned a two-day whole house sale on Friday, Aug. 24, and Saturday, Aug. 25.
By Laurie has custom jewelry in gold, silver and other and offers jewelry repair. She has a full designer bead shop and a very nice line of vintage jewelry.
For information, contact 419-203-2849.
The Port Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the grand opening of the Thirsty Pirate Taphouse and Grille at 2940 E. Harbor Road (corner of Ohio 163 and 53). A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will be held at noon Thursday, Aug. 16. Light refreshments will be served.
“Since our opening on July 23, response from the Port Clinton and surrounding communities has been overwhelming,” said Mike Sjostrom, owner of The Thirsty Pirate Taphouse and Grille. “We are excited to be part of the community and to be able to provide a place people can enjoy freshly prepared meals and a cool, refreshing craft beer. We have been blessed with more and more patrons each day. It’s been fun and challenging at the same time. Every day we learn more about what our guests want and how we can better accommodate them.”
The Thirsty Pirate concept is casual dining in a fun atmosphere. With 32 beers on tap, there is a wide range of variety, from light-bodied lagers to full-bodied porters, any beer lover is sure to find a beer to please their palate.
