Reminder for Oberlin College Parents!

Just a reminder for Oberlin College parents to be sure and browse through our website where we have posted an on-going special that you can use for the four years that your son or daughter is at the college. You must let us know that you found the special and would like to use it while you are visiting your child and staying here as a guest at Hallauer House B & B. It's that easy! We would very much like you to make Hallauer House as your 'home away from home' for the next four years! And now we are extending this special to all upper classman parents, not just first year parents! So do give us a call or book on line! You will not be disappointed!

Suite Change!

It's wet in Oberlin! But the gardens are lush and green! Come and visit!

We've made some changes in the Mason/Dixon Suite. Nothing major, just a change in the bedding but I think it has changed the entire look and feel of the room. The old comforters gave a modern feeling to the room and just didn't fit our period
style. So we searched high and low and finally found quilts that are softer and give a more antique feel to the room. We will be changing the pictures on our website soon, but I thought I would give a heads up so that anyone coming for a visit soon, can see the 'new' look! Let us know what you think!

There are some other pictures also that might not be on the website that will give you a sense of just how large this suite is. Remember, it is 2 rooms with a connecting door. It is so large that the two queen beds and the full bed fit nicely with space left over for three different sitting areas! There are 4 good size upholstered chairs plus a love seat sofa plus 2 wooden side chairs so plenty of seating for everyone who stays in the Suite. You can enjoy approximately 484 square feet of living space and a view out of 20 windows! The picture to the right shows the view from the front room into the back room.

Because this is our most popular room, it is frequently booked sometimes by just 2 people who like lots of space! So check back to the website frequently to see the new pics. Or better yet, plan a get away, come for a visit and see the 'new' room in person! Come on, you know you want to!

Calling All Soccer Fans!

Soccer fans have probably never associated International Soccer with Lorain, Ohio. So do I have some news for you! During the week of August 10-17, 2008 there will be a World Youth Soccer Tournament at the Premier Soccer Academy in Lorain, Ohio! Teams will be coming from all over the world, including the United States PSA Academy and Rush Select XI from Colorado. Also participating will be Chivas and Club America from Mexico, the Venezuelan National Team, the Chile National Team, Blackburn Rovers Academy from United Kingdom, and the Nigeria National Team.

The Premier Soccer Academy, created by soccer great Brad Friedel, opened just a year ago in Lorain, which is in Northeast Ohio. It's mission is to provide the highest quality soccer education, experience, training, and enjoyment to young, talented soccer players
from around the world. It is a residency training facility where selected players learn, train, and live together for a year. And now in August, they will compete with other elite teams in the first annual international soccer tournament.

Sunday, August 10th is the opening ceremony with ticket prices at $9.00 for the day. Monday through Friday, the tickets will be $7.00. Saturday, Aug. 16th tickets will be $9.00 and Sunday tickets for Aug. 17th will be $12.00 and this includes the closing ceremony. Tickets are limited so make your plans soon. For information and tickets call 1-440-282-2007 or visit the website at http://www.gopsa.com/.

If you are a soccer fan or you have a child that plays soccer, then you won't want to miss this exciting tournament! Come on over to Lorain, Ohio, only 12 miles north of Oberlin right on State Rt. 58. Northeast Ohio is becoming a great area for tourists. Come and visit! You know you want too!!

Menu for Today's Guests

Blueberries are finally coming into season and what better way to serve them than atop a lucious cream filled blintz. But wait, you may be wondering, just what is a 'blintz'? Well, the typical definition says that it is a thin pancake with a sweet or savory filling, rolled up and then baked. But here at Hallauer House we think outside of the box and our 'blintz' layers the creamy filling between two layers of pancake like batter. Because it is baked in a 9 X 13 inch dish, it is quick and easy to prepare for 8 guests. When it is served, the fresh mouthwatering blueberries are placed on top and a natural blueberry sauce is served on the side in miniture pitchers. That way guests can opt for more or less sweetness. So here is the menu we served to our Saturday guests!

Struesel Swirled Cinnamon Coffee Cake

Fresh Fruit Compote of Kiwi, Pineapple, and Banana infused with a hint of orange, topped with Vanilla Cream Yogurt and garnished with fresh Lavendar spear

Cream Filled Blintz with Fresh Blueberries and Natural Blueberry Sauce

Dijon Links of Sausate

Garnish of Beebalm Flower atop Leaf

of Tansey

Selection of Teas - bag or loose

Hot Chocolate

Coffee with Selection of Flavorings

Sorry! No recipes today! But if you would like the Blintz recipe, just respond to the Blog and I will gladly post it right away!

Have a great evening and if you need a vacation and a great breakfast, just give us a call! You know you want too!