With an average high of 84ºF, July is historically the hottest month around Beavercreek homes for sale. Take a tip from our real estate agents, who stay occupied and beat the heat exploring these great locally-owned shops.

The "Coolest" Locally-Owned Shops Near Beavercreek, OH

Dorothy Lane Market - Springboro, OH

Address: 740 N. Main St., Springboro, OH 45066

With its elegant design, mezzanine seating, and wide selection of gourmet foods, Dorothy Lane Market is like Disneyland for foodies, just minutes from Springboro homes for sale. Take a break from browsing to enjoy a hot or cold beverage at the European-style coffee bar.

Don't feel like cooking? DLM is serving whatever you're hungry for:

• Artisan sandwiches
• Authentic Neapolitan-style pizza 
• Sushi
• Frittatas
• Salad bar

Hours are 6 a.m. - 9 p.m. daily.

Busy Beaver Arts & Crafts - Beavercreek, OH

Address: 3445 Dayton Xenia Rd., Beavercreek, OH 45432

It may be too hot for outdoor activities, but Busy Beaver Arts & Crafts offers plenty to keep you busy indoors. Bring your creative ideas to life with their comprehensive assortment of art, needlework, and jewelry supplies.

Busy Beaver Arts & Crafts is open 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday.

The Olde Farmstead - Beavercreek, OH 

Address: Mall at Fairfield Commons, 2727 Fairfield Commons Dr., Beavercreek, OH 45431

In their own words, The Olde Farmstead caters "to every person and season." Friendly staff members at the family-owned store are pleased to help you find just the right home decor and gift items in their 3,000-square-foot showroom.

Signature categories include:

• Puppie Love: apparel and accessories for devoted dog owners
• Mr. + Mrs.: perfect wedding gifts
• Stars + Stripes: display your national pride

Hours are 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. daily except Sunday, when the store is open from noon - 6 p.m.

Artisans at Harrington House - Beavercreek, OH

Address: 3930 Dayton Xenia Rd., Beavercreek, OH 45432

Support local artists when you shop for one-of-a-kind pieces from Artisans at Harrington House. More than 60 talented craftspeople display their wares at this quaintly charming yellow home.

Mark your calendar for these upcoming special events:

• Intro to Silversmithing: Sterling Silver Ring Class (Wednesday, 7/15 from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.)
• Christmas in July (Monday, 7/20 through Sunday, 7/26)
• Youth Fairy Wand Class (Sunday, 7/26 from 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.)

Hours at AHH are 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and noon - 5 p.m. Sunday.

Puzzles Plus - Beavercreek, OH

Address: The Greene, 4396 Holly Dr., Beavercreek, OH 45440

Liven up your next game night with new products from Puzzles Plus. In addition to puzzles of all kinds, shelves are filled with an impressive assortment of board games and Lego kits. The "Puzzle It Forward" program allows you to receive discounts in exchange for trading in your old jigsaw puzzles with all the pieces.

Puzzles Plus is open 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. daily except Sunday, when hours are noon - 6 p.m.

The Secret Chamber House of Oddities and Artwork - Fairborn, OH

Address: 17 W. Main St., Fairborn, OH 45324

If you have a taste for the quirky and bizarre, there's no better place to spend an afternoon than The Secret Chamber House of Oddities and Artwork, right down the street from Fairborn homes for sale. Their website boasts of a collection featuring "haunted dolls, rare and obscure artifacts, and the downright unsettling." 

Hours are noon - 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Visitors must be aged 21 and up. 

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