Embracing The New Year With New Habits, Routines, And Food In Parma Heights!

We mark the start of a New Year by observing old traditions and also creating new ones (or at least hoping to do so) that make our lives better or easier: being a better friend, volunteering for a charitable cause, practicing patience or, perhaps, finally starting that new project or hobby.  As adults, we seldom try new things and challenge ourselves the way children do.  Let Parma Heights small businesses help with those new hobbies and projects.

Whether you're a beginner or you've been lifting for years, you'll discover new exercises, techniques, and routines at Diamond Strength Fitness, 6690 Pearl Road. Michelle Kitchen, the owner of Diamond Strength Fitness, wants to uplift and empower women through fitness. Diamond Strength Fitness is much more than a gym. It’s a community club where Michelle brings women together to celebrate through sisterhood and fitness. A clear benefit of this women-only gym is the fact Michelle can tailor classes very specifically to her audience, and it's going to lead to a better workout. Gift certificates are available to get anyone started on a more personalized exercise experience. It's 2025...time to decide, commit, and succeed!

A new year can be a reminder to play games more often, board games that is!  Starting a board gaming hobby can be a little overwhelming to start, but Amanda and Chris will show you how to jump in head first. Or maybe you've wanted to join a gaming community and want an opportunity to meet even more gamers? Checking out Gamers Haven, 6639 Pearl Road in Parma Heights, might be the next best step for you! They have a monthly event calendar and great info on upcoming events on their Facebook page-Gamers Haven. Board game enthusiasts can see demos of board games and on certain nights.  

Maybe you’d like to reconnect with old friends or pick a political figure whom you’d REALLY like to express something to. If you’re into a particular issue like saving historical buildings or saving wildlife, journal writing is a dialogue with yourself. Without being judged or censored, you can explore your thoughts and ideas about anything you want. Village Cards & Gifts. 6643 Pearl Road, is a go-to spot for locals to pick up cards and journals. Village Cards & Gifts also has Compendium Journals. These guided journals are a companion in centering perspective, hope, and daily reflection as a way of life. Capture your bright ideas and one-of-a-kind thoughts in these journals!  

Don't knock it 'til you try it!  Bazar Market & Grill, 6619 Pearl Road, has palate pleasers and offers a range of traditional and modern Ukrainian cuisine, all made from scratch. This place is like an international haven. Stuffed cabbage, or holubtsi, features finely ground beef, Pork ribs, cabbage and noodles, sausage, beef stroganoff, and goulash are just a few of the menu options. Experiment with various eastern European dumplings, varenyki. The half-moon-shaped treats come with assorted fillings, both savory and sweet. Or try the crepes. Nalystnyky is the ideal treat. Thin and buttery, they are rolled up into narrow tubes and filled with sweet or salty ingredients.   

As we embrace the New Year, let’s break away from traditional New Year's Resolutions and focus on setting realistic and meaningful goals that align with our values. Say goodbye to the same old resolutions. Have a safe and Happy New Year, and look forward to a fantastic year!