Our Friends and Neighbors
Our Friends & Neighbors on Lorain
We are proud to celebrate our friends and neighbors adjacent to Visible Voice Books, a vibrant community dedicated to creativity, craftsmanship, and cultural connection. Together, these local businesses exemplify our shared commitment to fostering artistic expression, community engagement, and the celebration of diverse talents within the Lorain Neighborhood.
Founded over a decade ago, Guitar Riot has established itself as Northeast Ohio's premier destination for discerning professionals and guitar enthusiasts. As an exclusive independent dealer for Gibson, Fender, and Martin guitars in the region, Guitar Riot has built a reputation for exceptional customer service, expert knowledge, and an unparalleled selection of high-end and boutique instruments. The company's commitment to the music community extends beyond retail, offering expert repair services, custom work, and a carefully curated consignment program. Guitar Riot serves both local musicians and a growing national customer base through its established online presence, combining the personal touch of a boutique shop with the reach of modern e-commerce.
At the Guitar Conservatory in Cleveland, connection is a fundamental element of the learning process under Michael Bay’s guidance. Students not only gain technical skills and musical knowledge but also develop meaningful relationships within a vibrant community. The collaborative environment ensures that you learn just as much from your peers as from the curriculum itself, fostering growth, inspiration, and a deeper understanding of music.
For nearly two decades, Matt Fish ran Cleveland’s loudest love letter to comfort food. Melt Bar & Grilled started as a small bar in Lakewood in 2006 and grew into something the city took personally, thirteen locations, a thousand-member-strong tattoo family, primetime national TV, and grilled cheese concoctions that more than a few Clevelanders would tell you saved their lives. Before all that, Matt was a touring musician for over ten years, and he never stopped seeing a restaurant the way he saw a band: every menu a setlist, every plate a song, every night its own show. Proof Public House is his next chapter. A punk rock-and-roll bar and restaurant with an unapologetic attitude. A bold, chef-driven menu that turns over with the seasons and a curated bar menu to match. The kind of place where the staff knows your usual order and the playlist tells you something about who’s working that night. This is more than a comeback— it’s a whole new record.
Free Hearts is Cleveland's Inclusive Boutique Fitness Studio. A fitness, wellness, and social studio for people who want to be welcomed in a safe space as they are. Our mission is to create an opportunity to be yourself freely in an environment with no judgment. We cater our workout classes to beginners or seasoned class takers.
In June 2026, Pora Ceramics Studio opened its doors to everyone—from the youngest creative minds to adults eager to gain more clay experience. We offer a variety of ways to explore ceramics, whether you're looking to immerse yourself in clay or simply try something new. Choose from flexible, instructor-led monthly passes renewed on a month-to-month basis; a structured two-month beginner course designed to master the fundamentals; or relaxed, one-time workshops. Our ongoing classes are ideal for anyone wanting to build skills with direct guidance from a teacher, while our single-session workshops provide a low-pressure environment to experiment with clay, socialize, and leave with a handcrafted, themed piece. We also offer tailored workshop formats for every occasion, including Sip & Craft sessions, couples' nights, kids' activities, and parent-and-child workshops.
Cleveland Play House, founded in 1915 and recipient of the 2015 Regional Theatre Tony Award, is America's first professional regional theatre. Throughout its rich history, CPH has remained dedicated to its mission to inspire, stimulate and entertain diverse audiences in Northeast Ohio by producing plays and theatre education programs of the highest professional standards. CPH has produced more than 100 world and/or American premieres, and over its long history more than 12 million people have attended over 1,600 productions. Today, Cleveland Play House celebrates the beginning of its second century of service while performing in three state-of-the-art venues at Playhouse Square in downtown Cleveland.
Pawar Guitars are meticulously handcrafted, custom-built instruments renowned for their exceptional quality and craftsmanship. Founded by Jay Pawar in 1999, the brand has established a reputation for creating unique, high-performance guitars tailored to the specific needs and preferences of discerning musicians worldwide.
Located directly above Visible Voice Books, Hausfrau Records is a highly regarded Cleveland-based record store renowned for its meticulously curated selection of vinyl records. The shop boasts a diverse and fresh inventory, emphasizing genres such as punk, indie, and alternative, while also offering a carefully chosen range of other genres to cater to a wide variety of musical tastes. Known for its knowledgeable staff, welcoming atmosphere, and commitment to showcasing both new releases and rare finds, Hausfrau Records has established itself as a staple in Cleveland’s vibrant independent music scene.
Left: Interior view of Hausfrau Record Shop.
Right: Interior view of Guitar Riot front guitar selection.