This month's Bright Ideas in the Plain Dealer features Tremont's Simple Yard Care, owned and operated by Daniel Lake and Allison Hurley: Yard care without the roar of machines.

Simple Yard Care "uses only manual tools -- such as rakes and push mowers -- and organic fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides. Rather than use a truck to carry equipment and debris, they pull trailers on their bikes."

From Crain's Cleveland Business:

A Tremont resident has launched a chamber of commerce for Northeast Ohio’s lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community.

Plexus, the new chamber of commerce, was started with a $30,000 grant from the Civic Innovation Lab, the Cleveland Foundation’s effort to spur economic development in Northeast Ohio. The chamber aims to assist lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender-owned companies network with each other and build their businesses, while advocating for those firms, said Eric Lutzo, president of Plexus and Forward Thought LLC, a leadership development and executive coaching firm in Tremont.

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Powter Puff Boutique just opened TODAY in Tremont. (it's on 14th right next to la tortilla feliz)

I had the pleasure of going in already today and let me tell you, Brooke did an amazing job! So go check it out (bring some cash, ladies... her credit card machine is on the fritz and they're trying to fix it as we speak) and give her your business. There are a TON of cute clothes, awesome accessories, and other cool stuff (as well as a HUGE picture of a very sassy, VERY young Brooke)

The Gentlemen's Barber Shop has new, later hours. I stopped in the other day and was surprised with a free haircut since apparently a few people have become regulars there after reading about it here. Thanks for mentioning Tremonter. I also got a gift certificate for a steam shave, which I'll be giving away once I figure out a reason to do so.

2338 W. 11th St.
Cleveland, OH 44113
216.470.4726

Monday - Closed
Tuesdays - 9-6:30
Wednesday - 9-6:30
Thursday - 9-6:30
Friday - 8-5:30
Saturday - 8:30-4
Sunday - Closed

Final clearance on all winter consignment items thru next week. Take an additional 50% off of many already low, designer labels.

New spring inventory out on April 1st!

Southside Cleaners & Concierge
2415 Tremont
216.241.7720

TWO EVENTS

Visible Voice Books is now open!
Stop in and check it out - Located at 1023 Kenilworth (down the street from Civilization's between Brandt and Raw & Co Galleries.)

Southside Cleaners & Concierge
has moved to 2415 Tremont Avenue across from La Bodega. Moving sale still in progress until the end of February!

Moving Sale!!

Retail Items: 25% off

Consignment: Additional 10% - 50% off already low prices & many items are new with tags!!

We also have lots of great last minute gifts for Valentine's Day!

We're moving to a larger space to serve you better! Southside Cleaner's & Concierge's new home is on the corner of Jefferson and Tremont next to La Bodega, Hybrid, Tammy's Tails and Tremont Montessori.

The move is scheduled for February and will be seamless to our customers.

Any questions, call at 216.241.7720.

I heard Pat suffered from a stroke a few weeks ago but have received no word as to her current condition or as to whether or not Pats is going to re-open. Anyone heard anything yet? I call there and receive no answer.

Are your friends or relatives visiting the area? Are you traveling on business? For travelers who prefer something a little cozier than a hotel room, Tremont has a space for you.

Short term rental rates: Daily: $85.00/single occupancy, $95.00/double occupancy. Monthly rates also available, please inquire.

Daily maid service and linen service also available.

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Call Southside Cleaners & Concierge, 216.241.7720, or email
southsideclean@yahoo.com for more information or reservations.

The unit is a full efficiency and cozier than your average hotel room. The open floor plan with modern color scheme offers a full, galley kitchen complete with dishwasher. A washer/dryer unit is also available in-suite and wireless internet access is included.