CCCalico Charlie’s
Chocolates, an engraved sign, and the Foster Block building
A pile of wrapped caramels
“We expect joy and excitement. That’s what this place is for.”Kristin VanCuren Koester, owner

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Calico Charlie’s Candy & More

The name

Fostoria’s namesake, Charles Foster, was nicknamed “Calico Charlie.”

The dream

“We need something in town for kids, a candy store!”

The roots

Shelving from an old hardware store. Chandeliers from a childhood church. A five-and-dime cart.

The treats index

Kristin and Matt Koester behind the counter

Built by Kristin & Matt

“We love working with local farmers and small businesses, it keeps us connected and gives our customers a real taste of home.”

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Practical bits

206 S. Main St., Fostoria, OH 44830
(419) 701-1585

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