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Melissa Rideout had a tradition of grabbing a coff

Melissa Rideout had a tradition of grabbing a coffee with her mother and sisters before going shopping. “We used to talk about how great it would be if our favorite stores were under one roof and had a full coffee bar inside,” Melissa said. An idea was born and came to fruition in 2016 when Melissa opened Coffeeology at 43 N. Sandusky St. in Delaware.

“I have such a love for coffee, community and people,” Melissa said. “I used to work in a coffee shop that was run by a corporation. I felt like the missing component was the relationship with the people. We value our relationships with the community. Oh, and we work hard to offer great coffee and drinks.”

As the name Coffeeology implies, the eclectic shop specializes in coffee, but also features two floors of home goods, gifts, local artisan pieces, handmade bags, seasonal décor, candles, cocktail/bar mixes and antiques. There is a little something for everyone. From the products on her shelves to the pastries at her coffee counter, Melissa provides a market for small, independent businesspeople.

“There isn’t anything on my shelves that you can buy on Amazon or get in a big box store,” Melissa said. “I buy my pastries from local bakers and my products are from small, independent businesses. If people are looking for that unique Christmas gift, they’ll most likely be able to find it here.”

While the pandemic slowed down Melissa’s business earlier in the year, she said it has rebounded nicely, thanks to the loyalty of her customers. “Delaware County supports it small businesses,” Melissa said. “I couldn’t be more proud of our loyal customer base.”

Coffeeology is open seven days a week. For hours and information, visit Coffeeology's Facebook page.

It doesn't get any better than this! Now is the ti

It doesn't get any better than this! Now is the time to get out and enjoy this last bit of Fall weather and scenery before we break out the winter decorations and winter coats!
Delaware County is full of hidden gems within its trails for you explore and enjoy.
Pictured here is in Liberty Township.

Now is the time to shop local – especially for t

Now is the time to shop local – especially for the amazing finds waiting for you at Edwin Loy Home Delaware. This unique lifestyle shop has beautiful home décor, vintage accessories and bath and body essentials that will make perfect holiday gifts this season. edwinloyhome.com

When Al Myers retired from being Delaware County S

When Al Myers retired from being Delaware County Sheriff, he and his wife Shelly began planning for the next stage of their lives. Both being guided by their deeply held Christian faith, they prayed on the decision.

That was 10 years ago. The result was Choffey's Coffee & Confection at 17 W. Winter St. in downtown Delaware. “We decided we wanted to create a place where people could come, gather as a community, and also enjoy a good cup of coffee,” Shelly said. “The Lord guided us to create Choffey’s to do that. Our customers are truly a family.”

Over the years, Choffey’s – a name created by Shelly by combining chocolate and coffee – has grown as its customers have suggested more items for the store. Choffey’s is the only store in Delaware County that offers gourmet chocolates from Marie's Candies in West Liberty, Ohio, direct-trade coffee beans, and more than 60 varieties of Al's Delicious Popcorn, which is made in Columbus. Shelly handmakes many of the pastries offered in the store and others are purchased from the Der Dutchman in Plain City.

There is a prayer wall in the back hallway at Choffey’s where people leave requests for prayers for friends, relatives and neighbors. It is checked regularly by the customers. “We have been so fortunate to have such loyal customers,” Shelly said. “Right now, we’re ramping up for the holidays. We try to accommodate our customers’ requests. We’ll put together special baskets, ship them, or personally deliver them in the area. You have to be flexible if you want to succeed in a small business, and that’s what we try to do.”

Choffey’s is open Tuesday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. To place an order, contact Shelly at choffeys@gmail.com or through Facebook messenger.

The weather this weekend looks amazing! What a be

The weather this weekend looks amazing! What a better time to get out and explore Delaware County. While you are out, why not check out the Mac Worthington Studio! This Sunday, 12 pm to 4 pm, the Mac Worthington Studio will be hosting a Sculpture Park & Studio Open House. Free admission.
The studio is located at 5935 Houseman Rd, Ostrander, OH 43061

Delaware County is so beautiful during this time o

Delaware County is so beautiful during this time of year, and @ohiowesleyanuniversity is no exception!

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