The Best of Cleveland - Back To School Shopping

by Colleen Mytnick, Beth Stallings, Andy Netzel, Anne Hartman, Katie Kuehn, Emily Ouzts, Jim Vickers, Amber Matheson, Erick Trickey, Kim Schneider, Jennifer Bowen, Steve Gleydura, Jennifer Keirn, Heide Aungst, Chuck Bowen, Samantha Pirc, Adam Griffiths, Aman | Sep. 24, 2008 | 4:00 AM

Judging from the crowd, we weren’t the only ones who longed for the open hallways and old classrooms of our youth. But algebra and chemistry aren’t on the day’s agenda, and the smart buys here aren’t graded. Rest assured that at Little Italy’s Murray Hill Galleries(located inside a former schoohouse) the only book you’ll need is your checkbook. The classrooms have been converted to artist galleries, boutiques and gift shops full of one-of-a-kind wares and goodies. Check out Sobella Paper Boutique for individually crafted notecards and invitations. Head to Anne Van H boutique for European and American clothing, accessories and funky gift ideas. Or try Juma Gallery for handmade jewelry and an assortment of artwork. Extra credit: The out-of-the-ordinary shopping center even provides on-site parking so you don’t have to fight for space along always-packed Mayfield Road.2026 Murray Hill Road, Cleveland

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