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Amish Heartland is a monthly magazine looking at life in the world's largest Amish community, located in Wayne and Holmes counties in Ohio. This month's publication features a look at back to school in the Amish schools, as well as visits to Eastwood Amish Craft Furniture and Kauffman's Country Bakery.
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BACK TO SCHOOL
EASTWOOD FURNITURE
Amish School System
Your Way...For Your Home
Attractions • Events • Maps • Shopping
Heartland
SEPTEMBER 2015
330.893.3903
Monday - Saturday 9-5
1 mile east of Berlin on SR 39
4100 State Route 39
Millersburg, OH
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HeartlandWHAT’S INSIDE
TRAVEL INFORMATION
CALENDAR OF EVENTSWhat’s Going on in Amish Country
IN EVERY ISSUE
AMISH HEARTLAND MAP
JUST VISITINGAmish Heartland’s Finest
EDITORIALMeet the Staff
BOOK REVIEWMade with Love
RECIPES
BUGGY WHEEL CONTEST*CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS: CHERYL WESTFALL, AMANDA NIXON AND KATE MINNICH
FEATURES
KAUFFMAN’S COUNTRY BAKERYThe Amish Version of Subway
EASTWOOD FURNITUREYour Way...For Your Home
FURNITURE HEARTLANDDesign with a Purpose
BACK TO SCHOOLThe Amish School System
SPECIALTY FOODS OF AMISH COUNTRYMoreland Fruit Farm
Spectrum Publications 212 E. Liberty St., Wooster, OH 44691, 330-264-1125, [email protected], www.amish-heartland.comPUBLISHER: Andrew S. Dix; NICHE PRODUCT MANAGER: Colette Taylor; SPECTRUM DIRECTOR: Amanda Nixon, ext. 2221; SALES: Lisa Beckman, ext. 2277; WRITER/ DESIGNER: Kate Minnich, ext. 2233
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I enjoy visiting with members of the community and learning about their stories.
-Kate Minnich, Writer / Designer
Heartland
MEET THE STAFF
What is your favorite part of Amish Heartland?
Amish Heartland highlights the beauty of the countryside and the pleasure that can be derived from living a simple life.
- Colette Taylor, Editor
“ Informative stories, even though I have lived and worked with the Amish my whole life, I still learn a lot from the articles.
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“ ” I enjoy calling on my customers every month. Not only do I learn more about their culture, but I also get to meet their families and see how “family business” operates. Driving the backroads are a definite plus, I can’t complain being surrounded by God’s beautiful countryside- Amish Country!! - Amanda Nixon, Sales
Finding the wheel and of course, the recipes! -Lisa Beckman, Sales
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Reviewed by Amanda Nixon • AMISH HEARTLAND CONTRIBUTOR
Book Review
In this first book of The Pinecraft Pie Shop series, “Made with Love”, Tricia Goyer and Sherry Gore spin a tale of a young Amish girl named Lovina Miller. Her passion has always been to open her own pie shop. The oldest of five girls, her mother is determined to find an Amish bachelor for each of her daughters. Lovina stumbles upon a warehouse for sale that would be the perfect spot for her shop! However, she will need to convince her parents to help with the loan. Will her mother let Lovina pursue her dreams and put “finding a husband” on the back burner?
Meanwhile, Noah Yoder, a young Amish carpenter is in dire need of work…he has taken on the responsibility of supervising three devious Amish teenagers. Noah’s past discretions has left him with a tattered reputation among his own people, leaving him with limited job offers for his crew. He truly believes that God wants him to help shape the lives of his young employees, but his opportunities seem lacking. So the two, Lovina and Noah make the unlikely pair. She needs the warehouse converted to her dream pie shop and Noah needs work.
The two grow close as Lovina’s dream slowly becomes a reality. What seems like a simple story line is full of twists and turns with family, faith and love. This is the first story from these authors I have read, and I must say it was a delightful tale! I really enjoyed the way they added food to the story line…each referenced food included a recipe at the end of the chapter. This book was a great story and full of tasty recipes! Win Win!
by Tricia Goyer and Sherry Gore
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ANTIQUES & ARTWalnut Creek Antique Mall.............35
ATTRACTIONSAlpine Hills Museum.........................23Behalt/Amish & MennoniteHeritage Center..................................14Collectors Decantors & Steins..........23Guggisberg Cheese Factory ..............08Warther Cutlery.................................09
CRAFTS & COLLECTIBLESC & C Treasure Seekers......................35Main Street Bears...............................35Parsley Pot...........................................05Sol’s Exchange....................................15World Crafts........................................29
DINING & FOODBrick Towne Tavern ...........................23Broad Run Cheese House .................23Boyd & Wurthmann Restaurant......04Charm Family Restaurant.................13Kauffman’s Country Bakery.............08Miller’s Bakery....................................29
Sugar Valley Meats......................23Troyer’s Home Pantry........................25
FURNITURE & WOODWORKINGBerlin Furniture..................................09Country Furniture............................35Eastwood Furniture............................28Green Acres Furniture.......................17Homestead Furniture........................17Jake’s Handcrafted Oak ...................05Troyer Furniture.................................17Walnut Creek Furniture....................17Yoder’s Oak & Cherry........................14
LAWN FURNITURE, STORAGE & GAZEBOSAlpine Structure..................................29Country View Wicker.........................29Kauffman Lawn Furniture....Back CoverSwiss Country Lawn & Crafts...........34
LODGINGBerlin Village Inn...............................37Donna’s Premier Lodging .................36Holmes With A View..........................36
Scenic Hills RV Park..........................37Zinck’s Family Inns.............................36
SHOPS & SUCHAmish Country Peddler....................41Berlin Leather & Pets........................09Bunker Hill Hardware.......................05Charm Harness & Boot.....................09P. Graham Dunn.................................29Erb’s Stove Center.......Inside Front CoverGospel Book Store.............................03The Greenhouse Shoppe...................35The Gospel Shop................................23Holmes Sew & Vac.............................08Idealz.........................................23Olivesburg General Store..................35Primitive Porch...................................04
SPECIALTY FOOD STORESBulk Food Country Store.................11Cardinal Hill Grocery......................11Flour Sack, LLC..................................11Harvey’s Market.................................11Moreland Fruit Farms...................10, 11Prairie Lane Market..........................11
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330-893-0150 • 4815, East Main Street, Berlin, OH 44610facebook.com/ThePrimitivePorch • www.primporch.com
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8239 T.R. 562Holmesville, OH 44633
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419-281-7514697 Co. Rd. 1302
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330-893-3866Mon.-Thur. 7-5; Fri. 7-4; Sat. 8-12
Ball Lids & Quart Jars
2 Cups White Sugar2 Cups Brown Sugar1 Cup Clear Jel8 Cups Water1/2 Tsp Salt1 1/2 Tsp Cinnamon1 Tbl Real Lemon2 1/2 Gallon (1/4 Bushel) Jonathan Apples
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Presto 23-Qt. Pressure Cooker
Victorio Model 250Food Strainer
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5-Piece Canning Set
Bunker Hill Hardware is a locally owned & operated business with all of your kitchen & hardware needs. Stop in today and we look forward to seeing you!
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Story & Photos by KATE MINNICHAMISH HEARTLAND WRITER / DESIGNER
Kauffman’s Country Bakery is a well known and visited spot for the people of Mt. Hope and tourists alike. The sense of community
blends with the warm smells of homemade goods inviting everyone to linger in the cafe and aisles. Freshly made items lining the shelves and counter windows cause the mouth to water and the mind to wander back to a distant childhood memory. Items such as jams, jellies, spreads, and a few bulk food items that have not been baked in house are sourced locally as are most of the ingrediants.
The history of Kauffman’s Country Bakery began in Spring of 1992, when brothers Steve and Richard Kauffman opened their doors. At the time they only boasted six employees, one mixer and an oven, today they employ 20 to 25 people. Their recipes have evolved throughout the years, but those passed down from the Kauffman brother’s grandma Lili, their mother and those Steve has concocted or manipulated remain prevalent.
A typical day for the staff of Kauffman’s Country Bakery can mean baking around 250 loaves of bread, 100 cookies and more than 100 pies for tourists and locals alike. All staff member take on different tasks to make the delicious treats for the continued stream of customers.
The holiday season comes early at Kauffman’s Country Bakery. Halloween used to be the beginning of the holiday preparations, but with the rise in demand, the bakery begins to make fruitcakes, breads and cookies in September. Although October is still the busiest month in an average year. Typically the bakery makes anywhere from 500 – 1000 loaves of bread and more than 1000 fruitcakes during the holiday season.
Despite popular belief, the fruitcake is one of the goods in the highest demand; “Usually, if I can get someone to try it, they like it [the fruitcake]. It isn’t like other fruitcakes.” said Richard. The bakery bakes around 500 different
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types of fruitcake, including their signature German Stollen Bread, made only with authentic ingredients, imported from Germany.
“The Stollen Bread has become so popular we make it all year round,” said Richard.
The fruitcakes as a whole have become so popular that the line up has been joined by other products made from the same batter, including cupcakes and Chocolate Chewy Bars. Consisting of the Fruitcake batter covered in chocolate and cut into bars, the Chocolate Chewy Bars are quickly rising in popularity.
Along with the holiday specialty items, Kauffman’s Country Bakery offers a variety of daily treats. Cool down the warm summer months with 16 flavors of hand-dipped ice cream, a fresh fruit smoothie, old fashioned milkshakes and iced coffee. Several different types of bread line the shelves while freshly made pastries, cream sticks, pies, apple fritters and fry pies fill
the counter windows. All the items attract people from far and wide and encourage a return visit.
Many patrons have taken advantage of the sandwich counter, Richard refers to as the “Amish version of Subway”. Stepping up to the counter, a customer has to decide between the multiple options of bread. Offering every sort of bread from rye, sour dough and sun dried tomato to bread with a European flare and Salt Rising bread. From there the decisions continue with your selection of turkey, ham, corned beef or Italian favorites, finishing off with Heini’s cheese. Other food options such as chicken fingers may also be ordered.
A small cafe offers a place to rest your feet before or after a long day. Space in the cafe is limited and it is often difficult to find a seat on
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Saturday morning, when many locals and tourists travel in to obtain their donuts, pastries, apple fritters and other sweet treats. In the future, Richard hopes to expand his cafe to include an outdoor picnic area where guests can enjoy the beauty of Amish Country.
Steve and Richard realize that not everyone is able to make it out to the bakery and have taken steps to expand their reach. Beyond the doors of Kauffman’s Country Bakery, there is a morning donut route that delivers to local restaurants, hotel breakfast bars and local stores, such as Lehman’s. The bakery also has a presence in the farmers markets spreading from as far north as Port Clinton and down to Dayton, Ohio. They also offer access to selected items through their website. Processed orders are sent out through UPS directly to your doorstep.
Amish Country novelty items and souvenirs are also available for long lasting memories. Pick up souvenir magnets, key chains and travel mugs or bring home a T-shirt, sweatshirt or small model horse and buggy.
Kauffman’s Country Bakery is located at 4357 US 62 just east of Berlin in Bunker Hill Village. Open Monday through Friday, 7 a.m to 5:30 p.m and Saturday, 7 a.m to 6 p.m. For more information call 330-893-2129 or visit www.kauffmanscountrybakery.com.
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“Featuring Grilled Panini Sandwiches”•Bakery •Café •Bulk •Ice Cream Parlor
330.893.2129 • 4357 US 62, Millersburgwww.kauffmanscountrybakery.com
Across from Heini’s Cheese in the of Amish CountryOpen Monday-Saturday, Sundays (May thru November)
One of the Largest Bakeries in Amish Country
Don’t have time to quilt those tops? We offer Long-Arm Quilting Services!We also carry Miele & Riccar Vacuums!
4897 West Main Street • Berlin, OH 44610(330) 893-2864 [email protected]
Hrs: Tue.- Fri. 9:00-5:00 • Sat. 9:00-2:00 • Closed Mon.
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36 Years Serving the Berlin Area!
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330-893-7038 ext 3 Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 9-5Fri. and Sat. 9-6 Closed Sun.4363 St. Rt. 39, Millersburg
4441 Co. Rd. 70, Charm • 330-893-0402Mon. & Fri. 7:30-7:00; Tues., Weds. & Thurs. 7:30-5:00; Sat. 7:30-3:00
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1558 Moreland Rd., Wooster, OH 44691
330-264-8735Hours: Sept-Oct: Mon.-Fri. 9am-7pm Sat 9am-4pm
Sun 1pm-5pm (Sept. 20-Oct.)www.morelandfruitfarm.com
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Specialty Food Stores
BULK FOOD COUNTRY STOREAddress: 14396 Dover Road, Dalton, OH 446181 mile West of Mt. Eaton on US 250Hours: Mon.- Sat. 8 a.m. -5 p.m. Open evenings by chance.Closed Sunday. Only Cash and good checks accepted Bulk Food Country Store is a traditional Amish store that has been serving customers for 37 years. Products include: Haitian vanilla, coconut oil, xylitol, raw sugar, gluten-free products, cake filling/icing, pie fillings, black walnuts, local maple syrup, snacks, candies, fudge, jams & jellies, Watkins, Stanley Home products, Fuller Brush products, F.L.P. Aloe Vera, LARGE selection of Tupperware, cookbooks, dish cloths, Basic H and much more. Stop out and see Mary!
MORELAND FRUIT FARMAddress: 1558 Moreland Rd., Wooster, OH 44691, 1 mile west of State Route south. Visit our website for full detailed directions. Contact: 330-264-8735 or visit morelandfruitfarm.comHours: Sept. - Oct. Mon.- Fri. 9 a.m. -7 p.m. Sat. 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Sept. 20 -Oct. Sun. 1 p.m.- 5 p.m. Payment types: cash, check or credit card w/a 2% user fee. Moreland Fruit Farm is located in southern Wayne County, Ohio, on the edge of Amish Country. The gently rolling hills provide a scenic background for picking your own fruits or visiting our Farm Market. Our Pick Your Own patches, vineyards, and orchards are open for picking as each crop ripens and are sold by the pound (containers are available). Please call to check the daily availability of the fruits in season.
“Stop in for friendly service and a large variety of quality goods.”
CARDINAL HILL GROCERYAddress: 8221 County Road 192, Holmesville, OH 44633Located along the Holmes County Trail (at mile marker three)Phone: 330-279-2619 Hours: Mon. Wed. Thu. and Sat. from 8 a.m. -5 p.m. & Tues. & Fri. 8 a.m.-7 p.m. We accept Visa, Mastercard and Discover Family owned and operated Bulk Foods and Deli. Stop in for friendly service and a large variety of quality goods. Including: 15 years selling home grown asparagus. We also have fresh ground grains, farm fresh brown eggs, home baked goods and home made cereals. There is also a bike shop in the building, offering bikes, parts and repair services (evenings and Saturdays).
HARVEY’S MARKET Address: 12636 State route 39, Big Prairie, OH 44611Two miles east of Nashville, 9 miles west of MillersburgContact: (330) 231-0786; www.facebook.com/pages/Harvey’s-Market Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m. -6 p.m.; After hours and Sunday, self serve Welcome to Harvey’s Market, where good produce and great people come together! We supply you with all the fresh produce you could need: vine ripe tomatoes, watermelons, cantaloupe, apples, tree ripe peaches (wholesale and retail) and much much more. Come for a visit and sample before you buy! You will love the atmosphere, the friendly service and the quality you receive. It’s the closest thing to picking from your own backyard!
FLOUR SACK, LLCAddress: 2430 Twp. Rd. 183, Baltic, OH 43804-9607Located between Charm and Farmerstown just off State Route 557 Contact: 330-231-5974Hours: Mon.- Sat. 9 a.m. -6 p.m. We accept cash, checks and credit cards. We carry a wide variety of bulk foods, spices, snacks and beverages. Fresh milk and eggs from a local Amish family farm. RVing? Propane tanks refilled here. Directions: From New Philadelphia take SR 39 north to Sugarcreek. Turn left onto SR 93. Take SR 93 five miles to SR 557. Turn left onto SR 557. Take SR 557 five miles to Township road 183 just outside of Farmerstown. Turn left onto 183. Follow 183 a mile and a half to location. Destination will be on the left.
PRAIRIE LANE MARKET7841 County Road 373, Big Prairie, OH44611(BETWEEN SHREVE & NASHVILLE)Summer Hours: Mon. Tues. Wed. Fri. 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Closed Thurs and Sun
Prairie Lane Market opened seven years ago as a grocery/bulk food and bent and dent store. “We are a family-owned store that carries a wide variety of discount groceries, health and beauty products, name-brand items like Huggies, Kraft and Campbells, just to name a few,” said owner Eli Weaver. “We also carry bulk foods, pet food, bird seed and more.” New shipments of products arrive constantly.
Stop in… fill your pantry shelves with great bargains or you just might find that perfect item you have been looking for!
NAME BRAND DISCOUNT
GROCERIES & BULK FOODS!
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SeptemberCalendar of Events
4Music on the Square: John SchmidWhen: 7- 9 p.m.Where: Berlin Square Local favorite John Schmid will be performing at Music on the Square. www.heartofamishcountry.com
5Ohio Haiti Benefit AuctionWhen: Sale begins at 8 a.m.Where: Mt. Hope Auction Barn, 8076 St. Rt. 241A cooperative effort of many churches and individuals to bring relief to the hungry, the sick and homeless people of Haiti. 100 percent of proceeds go to the many missions of Haiti. Open house- Fri., September 4, 4 p.m.; Sale begins 8 a.m., Sat. - Furniture and specialty items, tools, locally made quilts and more.330-231-0461www.ohiohaitiauction.com
5-6Fall Perennial PartyWhen: Sat. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.Where: 1494 East Smithville-Western, WoosterFree workshops on fall color. Refreshments and special sales on perennials.330-601-1027www.deborahsgardenmarket.com
11Music on the Square with the LovedaysWhen: 7- 9 p.m.Where: Berlin Square Welcome the Lovedays back again this year to the Berlin stage. Enjoy an evening of local, live entertainment. Music starts at 7 p.m.www.heartofamishcountry.com
12 Quailcrest Farm Herb FairWhen: 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.Where: 2810 Armstrong Rd., WoosterOver 70 artists and craftsmen among the beautiful gardens. Food, music, and fun. 330-345-6722www.quailcrest.com
12-17 166th Wayne County FairWhen: Sat. & Mon.-Thu. 8 a.m.- 10 p.m. Sun. 11a.m.- 10 p.m. Where: Wayne County Fairgrounds$3 adult/senior, under 12 free, except Thu. seniors free until 4 p.m. Entertainment is Vince Gill, Clint Black and David Nail.330-262-8001www.waynecountyfairohio.com
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12-17 Shreve Business Association Chicken BBQ at the Wayne County FairWhen: 11 a.m.- till sold out Where: Wayne County FairgroundsShreve’s famous chicken BBQ- 1/4 and 1/2 chicken and full dinners, take out available. www.waynecountyfairohio.com
12 Harvest Fest/Rib Cook-Off & ParadeWhere: BerlinA fun family event. Activites include food and bounce house.www.heartofamishcountry.com
16 Secrest After HoursWhen: 5 -6 p.m. Where: Jack and Deb Miller Pavilion, Secrest ArboretumStop in after work for a brief presentation or tour. Mingle and enjoy refeshments. Reservations are helpful, but not required.740-485-0129http:// secrest.osu.edu
17 World Crafts Anniversary SaleWhen: 9:30 a.m.- 5 p.m.Where: World Crafts, 13110 Emerson Road, Kidron (Lehman’s Mercantile beside Lehman’s) Receive special discounts, enter in a drawing for special giveaways and enjoy coffee and chocolate while you shop and socialize with the staff of World Crafts. 330-287-0590
17-19 Amish Country Quilt ShowWhen: 10 a.m. -5 p.m. Where: Buckeye Event CenterCome shop for fabric, patterns and more. enter a quilt in our contest. Come see over 200 beautiful quilts. Daily admission: $7 per person. FREE parking. 412-372-8130www.amishcountryquiltshow.com
18 Gathering Stitches Mini Quilt Shop Hop Where: Gramma Fannie’s Quilt Barn, 4363 Ohio 39, Berlin, OH 44610Enjoy a fun day of donuts, demos and discounts. Limited tickets are available. Call Gramma Fannie’s Quilt Barn for more information.330-893-3243
18Music on the Square: Randy VelliquetteWhen: 7-9 p.m.Where: Berlin Square New to the Berlin stage this year is the Harmonica Man, Randy Velliquette. Enjoy an evening of live entertainment. www.heartofamishcountry.com
4450 SR 557, Charm, OH • 330.893.2717
Open Monday – Saturday 6am-8pm
Full Service Restaurant
Gourmet Burgers
Specialty Salads
Homestyle Dinners
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19 Fall FestivalWhen: 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. Where: Lehman’s Hardware, 4779 Kidron Rd.The 2015 event will feature activities like apple cider making, a corn “sandbox” and a pedal tractor maze, a petting zoo and pony rides with Skyview Ranch, and live music from local favorite, Honeytown. Along with product demos and food samples, this is a much-loved family event. 330-828-8828www.lehmans.com
19 Holmes County Home Benefit AuctionWhere: Holmes County Home, 7260 St. Rt. 83 Breakfast will be served from 7 a.m.- 10 a.m. with the first silent auction taking place at 8 a.m. Items will consist of rolltop desks, quilts, curio cabinets, grandfather clocks, bedroom suites, dinette sets, hutches, horse, buggy & harness, ponies, carts, lawn furniture, specialty items, and storage barns.330-279-2801
19 Buckin’ Ohio Rodeo & Western ExperienceWhen: 4 p.m. Where: 8154 Garman Rd., BurbankJoin Buckin’Ohio for a real Western experience fun for the whole family. See website for times and events.330-624-7205www.buckinohio.com
25Music on the Square: PolenWhen: 7-9 p.m.Where: Berlin Square Local favorite Polen is back to peform on the Berlin Square.www.heartofamishcountry.com
25-26 Swiss Country Lawn & Crafts Anniversary Open HouseWhere: 2131 SR 39, SugarcreekWe will be having 10% off all instock outdoor furniture, and refreshments. Come celebrate our anniversary.880-852-2031www.swisscountrylawn.com
Dinettes • Bedroom Sets • Bookcases Curio Cabinets • Rolltop Desks • Computer Desks
Entertainment Centers • Jewelry Boxes Rockers & Gliders
6018 CR 77 • 330-698-3200 Located across from Heini’s cheese in Bunker Hill
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America’s most-exciting cyclorama of Amish & Mennonite history; half-hour tours, bookstore, gifts;
5798 CR 77, Open Year Round.
330.893.3192 • www.Behalt.com
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26Fall Family Festival When: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.Where: West Holmes Middle SchoolA fund raising event for the food pantry. Chili cook-off, craft show, silent auction, carnival games for children and more. 330-600-8902www.millersburgchurchofgod.com
October preview2-363rd Annual Ohio Swiss Festival Where: Downtown SugarcreekTwo full days of entertainment and events such as costume and yodeling contests, the Steinstonssen, the Swiss Cheese Chase 5K, and a kiddie and grand parade! 888-609-7592www.visitsugarcreek.com
2-4The Lincoln Funeral CarWhen: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.Where: 331 Karl Ave, DoverGuests will be able to tour a recreated Lincoln Funeral Car with actual artifacts. Guides will be available for questions.330-343-7513 ext. 206www.warthers.com
10-11Holmes County Antique Festival Where: Historic Downtown MillersburgTwo days of markets, arts & crafts, and demonstrations. Walk our historic village and enjoy the entertainment and great food!330-674-2412www.historicdowntownmillersburg.com
www.solsinberlin.com
OPEN YEAR ROUND • Closed Sundays4914 West Main St. • Berlin, OH 44610 • 330.893.3134
Search: Sol’s in Berlin
Ohio’s Largest Arts & Crafts Mall
An Amish Country ‘Must See’ Since ‘93
June-OctoberOpen 9am-7pm
Daily
November - MayOpen 9am-5pm Daily
Open Memorial Day, 4th of July &Labor Day
Sol’s in Berlin
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The human mind is the only limitation on furniture design. The initial ideas for a design come from multiple sources such as
the customers, the builders, magazines and the current technology.
A customer can walk into one of the four Furniture Heartland stores with a sketch or a verbal idea and the process will begin. The customization process has become popular in recent years and now allows the choice of wood type, color and design style. If there is something in the store that a customer likes, but wishes to modify the design, most companies will accommodate the wish.
Once the customer and the furniture company confirm the plans, the designs are communicated to the builders. Depending on the Furniture Heartland company you visit, the builder may be inhouse, or the company may use a group of builders that are partners but viewed as a separate entity.
The builders think about what the current design trends are in the furniture industry while maintaining functionality. Builders stay up to date on the trends through magazines, online research, and being tuned into the market place. If there is something selling really well at another furniture store or at a craftsmen show, a company may decide to carry the piece in their showroom.
With the trends in mind, the builder has to consider the customer base to which they are selling. If the customer demographic is not catered to, the pieces will not sell. The age of the typical customer, their situation in life and their background dictates the type of furniture a company will offer.
When flat screen televisions became popular, the builders changed their entertainment center designs to accommodate the new piece of technology. The builders also have to keep in mind that everyone has a different taste in entertainment, so one
Design with a Purposeperson may have the latest technology, but the next five customers may not. Those other customers still want entertainment centers that fit their needs which means the builders have to build for a range of needs.
Depending on what you are looking for any one of the Furniture Heartland stores will customize your selection.
Troyer Furniture has a customer base of 50 and over and typically carry a traditional range of furniture. They still continue to evolve their designs and put new styles into the showroom floor that echo the traditional style.
Walnut Creek Furniture specialize in the industrial looking designs. They offer some variation such as vintage industrial, but the customers know what they will find in the store. Under this umbrella, you will still find a variety of styles.
Homestead Furniture does carry some of the traditional Amish furniture in the blonde wood, they also offer more contemporary pieces. Ernie Hershberger compared his store to a tailor’s shop when describing the control a customer has over the design of the furniture.
Green Acres Furniture style choices range from traditional to modern, to Shaker and Mission. They have grown beyond the initial conception of Amish furniture and have expanded their influence to the wider world.
Every piece of furniture crafted by any of the Furniture Heartland stores can be admired for their American-made pieces, use of hardwood, product durability, and beauty. Wood is their business and their knowledge of its manipulation is everlasting. Furniture design is a constantly evolving industry that benefits from the care and craft any of the four Furniture Heartland stores have to offer.
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Two Miles North of Mt. Eaton in the heart of Ohio’s Amish Country7412 Massillon Rd. Navarre, OH 44662 | 800.807.0975
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18 September 2014
6 Berlin Village Inn
5135 SR 39, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5597161º -81.80692º)
16 Donna’s Premier Lodging
5523 East Street, Berlin (40.560806º -81.795587º)
24 Holmes with a View
3672 TR 154, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.508033º -81.801507º)
41 Scenic Hills RV Park
4483 TR 367 NE, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5513798º -81.7821696º)
52 Zinck’s Family of Inns
4703 SR 39, Millersburg (Berlin)
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3 Behalt/Amish & Mennonite
Heritage Center
5798 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5671534º -81.7815958º)
21 Guggisberg Cheese
5060 SR 557, Millersburg (Charm) (40.5246103º -81.8043815º)
22 Happy Trails Farm Animal Sanctuary
5623 New Milford Rd., Ravenna (41.142673° -81.219571°)
28 J.M. Smucker Company
Store & Cafe
333 Wadsworth Rd., Orrville (40.802762° -81.763000°)
37 P. Graham Dunn
630 Henry St., Dalton (40.793873° -81.700984°)
49 Warther Carvings
331 Karl Ave., Dover (40.525787º -81.487994º)
7 Boyd & Wurthmann
4819 E. Main St., Berlin (40.561531º -81.7957431º)
12 Charm Family Restaurant
4450 SR 557, Charm (40.506683° -81.785093°)
28 Kauffman’s Country Bakery
6013 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5738493º -81.781379º)
32 Miller’s Bakery
4280 TR 356, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5308237º -81.8118837º)
42 Shisler’s Cheese House
55 Kidron Rd., Orrville (40.796565º -81.746371º)
46 Troyer’s Home Pantry
668 W. Main St., Apple Creek (40.7554854º -81.8442625º)
8 Bulk Food Country Store
14396 Dover Road, Dalton (40.705213° -81.725843°)
11 Cardinal Hill Grocery
8221 County Hwy 192, Holmesville (40.635738° -81.905858°)
23 Harvey’s Market
12636 SR 39, Big Prairie (40.588578° -82.075478°)
33 Moreland Fruit Farms
1558 Moreland Rd., Wooster (40.711712°, -81.968451°)
38 Prairie Lane Market
7841 CR 373, Big Prairie (40.633630° -82.086563°)
17 Flour Sak, LLC
2430 TR 183, Baltic (40.477627° -81.755946°)
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1 Alpine Structures
2675 US 62, Dundee (40.607187º -81.716432º)
2 Amish Country Peddler
3239 SR 39, Walnut Creek (40.5451448º -81.7386129º)
4 Berlin Furniture
5044 CR 120, Millersburg (40.548026º -81.800398º)
5 Berlin Leather & Pets
4774 US Route 62, Millersburg
(Berlin) (40.5613792º -81.7939588º)
9 Bunker Hill Hardware
3939 CR 135, (40.540187º -81.767010º)
10 C&C Treasure Seekers
3169 SR 39, Walnut Creek (40.544694° -81.736425°)
13 Charm Harness & Boot
4432 CR 70, Charm (40.506574º -81.784203º)
14 Country Furniture
4329 CR 168, Millersburg (40.5711508º -81.776448º)
15 Country View Wicker
2701 SR 557, Baltic (40.841048º -81.764447º)
18 Gospel Book Store
4900 Oak Street, Berlin (40.7071309º -81.679855º)
19 Green Acres Furniture
7412 Massillon Rd., Navarre (40.561738º -81.799496º)
20 Greenhouse Shoppe, The
3649 Cleveland Rd., Wooster (40.8453279º -81.9284401º)
25 Holmes Sew & Vac
4897 West Main St., Berlin (40.561726º -81.798374º)
26 Homestead Furniture
8233 SR 241, Mt. Hope (40.6268459º -81.784219º)
27 Jake's Handcrafted Oak
8239 TR 562, Holmesville (40.659197º -81.918054º)
29 Kauffman Lawn Furniture
4540 US 62, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5690155º -81.7849802º)
30 Kiko’s Greenhouse
15579 Lincoln Way West, Dalton (40.798646º -81.646774º)
31 Main Street Bears
225 N. Main St., Navarre (40.7225129º -81.5224304º)
34 Mt. Hope Fence
7102 CR 77, Millersburg (40.603298º -81.780687º)
35 Olivesburg General Store
4778 SR 545, Ashland (40.855888º -82.318932º)
36 Parsley Pot
697 CR 1302, Ashland (40.8768762º -82.2596821º)
39 Primitive Porch
4815 E. Main St., Berlin (40.561488º -82.795519º)
40 Quailcrest Farm
2810 Armstrong Rd, Wooster (40.899130º -81.990688º)
43 Sol’s Exchange
4914 W. Main St., Berlin (40.5617104º -81.7991439º)
44 Swiss Country Lawn & Crafts
2131 SR 39, Sugarcreek (40.5172712º -81.6999655º)
45 Troyer Furniture
985 W. Main St., Sugarcreek (40.5110001º -81.6529587º)
47 Walnut Creek Antique Mall
4872 McKinley Place Dr.,
Walnut Creek (40.5404832º -81.7202957º)
48 Walnut Creek Furniture
3473 Ohio 39, Walnut Creek (40.5463267º -81.7477899º)
50 World Crafts
13100 Emerson Rd., Kidron (40.7412134º -81.7450194º)
57 Yoder’s Oak & Cherry
6018 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.573872º -81.781354º)
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SUGARCREEK
4 Beachy’s Country Chalet Restaurant
115 Andreas Drive NE., Sugarcreek(40.499299º -81.635022º)
11 Brick Towne Tavern
980 W. Main St., Sugarcreek(40.499299º -81.635022º)
12 Broad Run Cheese House
6011 Old 39 NW, Dover(40.510957º -81.573298º)
15 Collectors, Decanters & Steins
119 East Main St., Sugarcreek (40.502761º -81.640391º)
22 Gospel Shop, The
112 East Main St., Sugarcreek (40.502816º -81.640546º)
6 Idealz
100 W. Main St., Sugarcreek (40.502778º -81.641009º)
1 Alpine Hills Historical Museum
106 West Main St., Sugarcreek(40.503017º -81.641373º)
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24 September 2014
RecipesSavory Hand Pies
INGREDIENTS:*1 cup chopped green tomatoes*1 cup chopped bell peppers*1 cup chopped cabbage*1 whole cucumber, chopped*1 cup chopped onions*2 qt. water*1/4 cup salt*1 cup chopped carrots*1 cup chopped green beans*2 tsp. mustard seed*2 tsp. celery seed*2 cups vinegar*2 cups sugar
DIRECTIONS: Soak the tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers and onions overnight in water and salt. Drain. Cook carrots and green beans for 10 minutes and drain. Mix all ingredients. Heat to a boil. Pack in jars and seal. Learn how to safely can & preserve foods at home by visiting the following site with USDA pubications http://nchfp.uga.edu/publications/publications_usda.html
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*1/4 cup salt*1 cup chopped*1 cup chopped*2 tsp. mustard*2 tsp. celery se*2 cups vinegar*2 cups sugar
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INGREDIENTS:*1 loaf fresh or frozen bread dough (thawed if using frozen)*2 1/2 cups chopped ham, fully cooked*1 cup shredded Swiss cheese (or other cheese of choice)*1 egg yolk*1 tablespoon water
DIRECTIONS:Allow dough to rise as directed. Punch down,
kneading slightly to make smooth and divide into 10 equal sized pieces. Roll each piece into a 5” circle. Lightly flour dough if sticking to work surface. Place 1/4 cup of ham and 2 Tablespoons of cheese on each circle. Beat egg yolk with water and brush along edge of circles. Fold each circle in half and pinch edges together to seal in contents. Place on greased sheet and brush top with egg mixture. Bake at 375 degree oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve straight from the oven or at room temperature. Can be frozen for future enjoyment.
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No Bake Cookies
INGREDIENTS: *2 cups white sugar*3 teaspoons cocoa*1/4 cup butter*1/2 cup milk*3 cups rolled oats*1/2 cup peanut butter*1 teaspoon vanilla
DIRECTIONS: Combine white sugar, cocoa, butter and milk in a 4 qt. saucepan. Mix and boil 1 minute. Remove from heat. Add rolled oats, peanut butter and vanilla. Mix ingredients together. Drop quickly by teaspoon on wax paper. Cool and serve
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Eastwood Furniture is a family owned business that has been operated by Ron Nandor, his wife Angela and brother-in-law Lee Pagani
for the last ten years. Their business is the wood they sell in pleasing, customizable designs.
All the furniture is composed of hardwood, sourced from a group of over 100 local Amish craftsmen. Many of the mainstream furniture stores are outsourcing the manufacturing of their products to other countries with lower labor costs. The end result being furniture made from second-rate materials such as pine that does not look as nice nor does it last as long. Eastwood Furniture is committed to bringing the Amish craftsmanship to it’s customers through fine wood, expert craftsmen and quality furniture.
Twenty-five years ago the company was only offering white oak furniture, but today they offer solid oak, cherry, maple, or hickory in a variety of
stains. Changing with the latest design trends, they obtained a bedroom and living room set made from repurposed wood. The furniture products range from children’s furniture, dining and bedroom sets, roll top desks, entertainment centers, rockers and so much more.
Whether you are looking for a piece to fit in your dining room, a bedroom suite or an entertainment center, Eastwood Furniture will have a piece for you. “Your way... for your home” is the motto proudly displayed on the wall behind the counter. The designs are completely negotiable; a customer can bring in a sketch, or a verbal idea and Eastwood Furniture will communicate the design to their craftsman. A customer can also walk into the store and manipulate an existing piece to match their taste. Not only can they change the stain color, size and wood type, but they can choose the legs off one table and put them under
Story & Photos by KATE MINNICHAMISH HEARTLAND WRITER / DESIGNER
Eastwood FurnitureYour Way...For Your Home
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drew attention to one of the more recent custom piece that capitalizes on a market trend; an entertainment center containing a pull out section for a record player. There was the typical opening for a television, and a large cabinet on the side for a sizable movie collection. Nestled neatly behind a cabinet door to the left of the television opening the bottom of the cabinet could be pulled out to allow easy access to a record player.
Customers come from all over the country in order to own the solid, American made pieces sold at Eastwood Furniture. A wide range of influence is explained through two factors: a website and strong repeat customers. “We get customers in here that bought their dining room set from us and are now buying a bedroom set for their children.” Ron said. The repeat customers tend to tell their friends and then the customer base grows. The website enables the store to receive orders from people who are not able to make it into the physical store.
the top of another. The style at Eastwood Furniture is also up for
discussion. A wide array of styles are available at Eastwood Furniture. Mission, Shaker, Traditional, Modern, and Contemporary styles can all be found in the showroom.
Eastwood Furniture will have a solution to any size constraints your house may cause or configurations your house may require. Their large showroom offers a variety of pieces from bed frames with multiple drawers for storage to hutches that transform into a dining room table when a drawer from the top is pulled out into a table. An accompanying bench extends like the table to make seating for unexpected guests. When the table isn’t needed it all slides back into the hutch form and appears to be just a beautiful, functional piece of furniture.
“It is the benefit of working with craftsmen directly.” Ron explained. His store is able to provide custom made pieces that look beautiful, but are completely solid and practical. Ron
“Eastwood” Continued from page 28
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Once a piece is crafted, the new owner can pick up the piece at the shop or have it delivered. With the bigger pieces, delivery is customary because of the assembly required. Ron explained: “If all the pieces came already assembled it would be impossible to get them into the homes.”
Outdoor Polywood furniture is available outside of the shop in a variety of colors. The products include swings, gliders, picnic tables and Adirondack chairs. A complete Buckeye themed set is waiting on the lot for any fan to purchase.
While furniture is their main business, Eastwood Furniture also has a selection of prints, lamps and home accessories. These additions are produced locally and offer a complete remodel of any room in your home.
Eastwood Furniture has two locations. The heart of Kidron across from Lehman’s: 4722 Kidron Rd., Kidron, Ohio 44636. Contact: 330-857-2009. Open Monday through Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. On
“Eastwood” Continued from page 27
the square of Medina: 23 Public Square, Suite 2 Medina, Ohio 44256. Contact 330-723-0014. Open Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Or visit www.eastwoodfurniture.com. Their fall sale will be in full swing from September 26 to October 3rd.
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30 September 2014
As August comes to a close and September begins, our thoughts turn to the beginning of another school year. Many of the American
population are familiar with at least the idea of a one room school house. For most, it is a thing of the past that their parents or even grandparents attended, but for the Amish community, a one room school house is still the primary means of an education.
In the 1950’s there were several occasions where Amish parents were put in jail for not sending their children to the public schools. Eventually, the 1972 Wisconsin vs Yoder case reached the Supreme Court and legalized the Amish education system. The Amish community was given a special exemption from mandatory education after the eighth grade under the American right to the freedom of religion.
Spread throughout the back roads of the Amish Heartland, Amish school buildings lay with a playground just outside the door. Two smaller buildings accompany the school acting as a boys and girls restroom. The inside of the school house is not decorated with the frills of the country’s public or private schools. These one room school houses contain rows of wooden desks all facing one long blackboard flanked by cork bulletin boards. The alphabet marches across the walls, illustrating the proper penmanship and prompting the young readers, just beginning their journey. Roll-up maps depicting continents await the afternoon geography lesson.
The Amish children can be seen walking to school early in the morning, carrying their lunch pail. Public transportation does not exist in the Amish Heartland. There is not a bus that will roll
Back to SchoolStory by KATE MINNICHAMISH HEARTLAND WRITER / DESIGNER
Photos by AMANDA NIXONAMISH HEARTLAND SALES
The Amish School System
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around the countryside collecting children and parents do not take their children, having to start their own busy days. Instead, the children walk or ride their bikes to the schools. The schools are situated in the communities in such a way that any one child seldom walks more than two miles to school.
Teachers for the schools are often single women in the community. The schooling required to become a teacher is an eighth grade graduation certificate, though generally the new teachers will assist an experienced teacher before taking complete control of their own classroom.
The school buildings are built and maintained by the parents and members of the community who believe an Amish education is best for their children. Annual tuitions are paid by each parent, the price increasing for each additional child. The tuition covers the teacher’s salary as well as the books, making the payment a one time deal.
In the non-electric environment of the Amish community, the school houses contain no electric equipment. Heating is often provided by wood or coal burning stoves, or in some cases by a natural gas furnace. The responsibility of lighting the heater will either fall to the teacher or an older child. Cafeteria facilities such as stoves are not necessary because the child brings a packed lunch, though in schoolhouses with natural gas, a stove will be available for the children to warm up any hot dishes.
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Typical classroom desks (right). Wood buring stove that provides heat to classroom (above).
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Supplies are often reused for as long as possible acting as a perfect model of efficiency. Books and other student supplies are used by multiple children while the decorations only serve educational purposes. A cardboard tree, heavy with construction paper leaves and apples, sprouting from a bulletin board would have been created by the students themselves. The project gives the young students the opportunity to practice their fine motor skills through the cutting and gluing of the individual pieces. While the older children learned a bit on construction, design, leadership skills and teamwork.
The books used for the various subjects often interweave faith and the scripture. A science book will teach the student about the orderly world around them and its potential usefulness to the glory of God. Reading books will contain scripture quotations pointing out the path to joy.
One workbook used in the schools is “Learning to Drive Safely With a Horse and Buggy.” The main focus is on traffic safety and road laws, such as obeying stop signs and marking how to mark your buggy for safety. Also covered within the workbook are handling a horse safely, how to properly inspect a buggy, harness, and horse. There is a section on road courtesy and stories that offer examples of different safe or courteous practices.
Standard education for the Amish children instills in them the basic skills they will require in everyday life. The children are taught reading, writing, geography, arithmetic, English and German. Physical activity comes in the way of two fifteen minute recess periods during which the older children compete in various running games. The younger children utilize the playground equipment, often times including swings, a slide and teeter totters. The hour-long noon recess provides time for a more involved game, with softball being a favorite pass time.
Education is taken very seriously in the Amish community. Parents want their children to know the purpose of learning: to grow in the wisdom and the knowledge of God.
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Lesson book, “Learning to Safely with a Horse and Buggy”.
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When: Sat., Sept. 12, 9 a.m.- 6 p.m.
Harvest Fest Rib Cook off & Parade
Where: Berlin, Ohio
Rib Cook Off & Parade
A Fun Family Event:Mouth watering ribs from many local
and non-local ribbersFood and goodies from local merchantsKids activities including bounce house,
petting zoo, pony rides, bungee trampoline and carnival games
Live entertainment on the Berlin SquareSales throughout town
Book Signing by Beverly Lewis & Terri Roberts
Where: Gospel Book Store, 4900 Oak St., Berlin, OH 44610Best-Selling Amish fiction author Beverly Lewis will be signing her books at the Gospel Book Store in the German Village Center. She has a book that will release right before the book signing called The Photograph. Terri Roberts is the mother of Charlie Roberts, the Nickle Mines School shooter. She has written a book called Forgiven and she will be releasing in September 12th at the Gospel Book Store. Both authors will be riding in the Harvest Fest Parade at 6 p.m.
For more information visit: www.heartofamishcountry.com
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MailbagWhen we ask people what their favorite part of the Amish Heartland is, we get comments on our magazine and the places we write about. In August, we received over 50 letters from all over the U.S. Here is what some of them had to say this month:
Fall Photo ContestAmish Heartland is having a Fall Photo Contest.For the upcoming season put your photography skills
to work and capture the beauty that is only found in our Amish country.
Contestants can submit up to 10 of their best photos. The deadline for the Fall Photo Contest is Dec 1, 2015.The top three winners will be announced in the March
issue of Amish Heartland. Winners will receive a 6-month subscription to Amish Heartland and a gift from one of our local retailers.
Send photos to Amish Heartland, 212 E. Liberty St., Wooster, OH 44691
or via e-mail to [email protected].
My favorite part of Amish Heartland is the ads. I like seeing what stores are out thereand if I want to visit any if I missed them.
-REBECCA RUNYON, IRONTON
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Time seems to slow down and I can enjoy all the beauty and serenity.
-DENIS JONES, ORIENT
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I enjoy all the parts of this little magazine: the informative articles, advertising, and the event calendar. Always look for one to pick up when we are in the area.
-MARIAN WOODRUM, OBERLIN
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Carlisle Inn and the surrounding areas. Sugarcreek - Berlin were wonderful. Sol’s in Berlin I recommended to several people.
-ROSLYN BERNOSKY, PITTSBURG, PA
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My favorite part of Amish Heartland are the stories about Amish life and the beautiful scenery and Amish crafts.
-RUTH KOVAC, VERSAILLES
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Book reviews - recipes - love to see the buggies! And the rolling hills.
-MELISSA GREENBANK, ASHLAND
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I enjoy the interesting articles and recipes in the magazine - the cover photos are always really pretty. My husband and I enjoy driving the back roads and having a great meal at one of the our many favorite restaurants - esepecially the broasted chicken!
-CONNIE TANNER, ZANESVILLE
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I like the new format. The map and colorful ads of businesses. The book review is a favorite. I look for this publication as I start my visit through Amish Heartland.!
-JOAN BIASUCCI, NEW CASTLE, PA
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”The beautiful pictures, the places to go and things to do! BETH JONES, DALTON
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I love all the shops and can look for hours. But my favorite thing is eating a delicious Amish cooked meal, before or after shopping.
-MARGIE GALEHOUSE, CANAL FULTON,
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I FOUND THE BUGGY WHEEL ON PAGE ____________NAME: ADDRESS: PHONE: MY FAVORITE PART OF AMISH HEARTLAND:
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Find the Buggy WheelRules for entry: Somewhere in this issue you’ll find a buggy wheel, just like
the one below. It may be tucked in an ad, in a picture or placed somewhere else on a page. It won’t be just any buggy wheel, but just like one of the wheels at the right.
Clip the entry form below and mail it to: Amish Heartland Puzzle, 212 E. Liberty St., Wooster, OH 44691; Entries must be postmarked by October 31, 2015. One randomly selected winner with the correct answer will receive a gift from one of our Amish Heartland advertisers.
In last month’s issue the buggy wheel was hidden on page 28. Congratulations Willam Petko of Boardman, OH on being our August winner.
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