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“ALL ABOARD!” Gone Loco Hobby Train Depot
HAND-CRAFTED AND HEART-FELT Why you should plan your next trip to Amish Country
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AMISH Heartland WHAT’S INSIDE
FEATURES
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“ALL ABOARD!”
Gone Loco Hobby Train Depot
TRAVEL INFORMATION BULK FOODS OF AMISH COUNTRY
Cardinal Hill Grocery
FURNITURE HEARTLAND
Handcrafted Hardwoods
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
What’s going on in Amish Country
AMISH HEARTLAND MAP JUST VISITING
Amish Heartland’s Finest
IN EVERY ISSUE HAND-CRAFTED & HEART-FELT
Why you should plan your next trip to Amish Country
COME TO THE OHIO LIGHT OPERA
& ‘Go home with Bonnie Jean’
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EDITORIAL
Enjoy Nature’s Beauty
BOOK REVIEW
A Love Undone
RECIPES BUGGY WHEEL CONTEST
Spectrum Publications 212 E. Liberty St., Wooster, OH 44691, 330-264-1125, editor@spectrumpubs.com, www. amish-heartland.com PUBLISHER: Andrew S. Dix; AD DIRECTOR: Rhonda Geer, ext. 1653; SPECTRUM DIRECTOR: Amanda Nixon, ext. 2221; SALES: Donna Tomak, ext. 2210; Shane Geer, ext. 1633; Lisa Beckman, ext. 2277; EDITOR: Catie Noyes, ext. 2232 Amish Heartland
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+DQG &UDIWHG $PLVK &RXQWU\ We ask our readers every month to share with us what they like about the Amish Heartland and we feature some of their responses in our Mailbag section. They talk about the rolling hills and the peaceful countryside and they usually have a comment or two about the delicious, homemade food. Amish country is a place to slow down because life moves at a much slower pace here. There is no hurry to get from point A to point B because most of the locals here travel by horse and buggy. It’s a great place to come with the family or a romantic retreat for two. In this edition of Amish Heartland, we share with you what it is that makes Amish country such a great place to visit. From homemade dining, to Amish crafts, to a cozy place to rest your head for the night, Amish country has something for everyone. Some travelers even find themselves making new friends with other travelers and planning future trips to the area together. Train collectors will ogle over the newest hobby shop in town. Gone Loco, Hobby Train Depot is a train collectors dream come true, with scale model trains and all the accessories you can imagine to build the perfect train layout. The kids eyes will light up when the see the 40-foot train layout come to life as two trains cruise down the track. Although the layout is already an elaborate
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display, the Criders say it is a work in progress and guests can expect to see new editions each time they come in. Just a short drive north, you can experience the entertainment of the Ohio Light Opera in Wooster. Unlike a traditional opera house, the Light Opera features comical plays that are fun for the whole family. The summer season kicks off this month with Brigadoon - a musical about two Americans who get lost on a hunting trip in Scotland and come across a village where the people live like it’s two hundred years in the past. When you think of Amish country the words “handcrafted” and “heart-felt” set the tone for an authentic experience unlike any other. Furniture stores that promise a lifetime of quality and fine-craftsmanship and unbeatable hospitality. Plan your trip to Amish country today.
CATIE NOYES SPECTRUM PUBLICATIONS EDITOR
A Love Undone
BOOK REVIEW
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Reviewed by AMANDA NIXON AMISH HEARTLAND CONTRIBUTOR
In this standalone book by Cindy Woodsmall, she spins a beautiful love story of two lives that cross and will never be the same. At just 19 years old, Jolene Keim is forced to put a halt on her happily-ever-after after her parents are killed in an accident just a week before her wedding. Not wanting to see her siblings split up among relatives, Jolene steps in to care for her five younger siblings. While Jolene has adapted into this new lifestyle that has been thrust upon her, her relationship with her fiancée, Van, did not and Jolene had to watch as her love moved on to a new life. After ten years, Jolene is still single and carries a little grief and bitterness over losing the life she thought she was meant to have. Jolene and Van find themselves working together at a new shelter for horses rescued from abuse situations along with Andy Fisher, a horse trainer from a different Amish district. Andy is a grass widower, (his wife abandoned him six years ago, leaving him unable to divorce or remarry according to Amish ways) who is quite content raising his 9-year-old son alone. Andy is cautious of his deeply growing friendship with Jolene and up until this point, he had found his peace with God on being forced to live a solitary life. Andy and Jolene find themselves confronted with difficult choices and must trust in God’s guidance or be lured down the path of temptation. Woodsmall brings these two lives together to create quite the complicated love story. Like all of Woodsmall’s books, this one is definitely a must read. Grab a copy today and just try to put it down!
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AMISH
Heartland INDEX OF ADVERTISERS
ANTIQUES & ART
Walnut Creek Antique Mall.............05
ATTRACTIONS
Alpine Hills Museum.........................21 Behalt/Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center..................................09 Collectors Decantors & Steins..........21 Gone Loco Hobby Museum.............27 Guggisberg Cheese Factory ..............14 J.M. Smucker Company, Store & Cafe....................................04 P. Graham Dunn................................33 Warther Carvings................................04
BULK FOOD STORES
Bulk Food Country Store.................11 Cardinal Hill Grocery..................10, 11 Harvey’s Market.................................11 Moreland Fruit Farms.......................11 Prairie Lane Market..........................11 Raber’s Country Bakery....................11
Parsley Pot...........................................07 Sol’s Exchange....................................15 World Crafts........................................29
DINING & FOOD
Beachy’s Country Chalet...................21 Brick Towne Tavern ...........................21 Broad Run Cheese House.................21 Charm Family Restaurant.................13 Kauffman’s Country Bakery.............09 Miller’s Bakery....................................29 Sugar Valley Meats......................21 Troyer’s Home Pantry........................25
FURNITURE & WOODWORKING
Country Furniture............................09 Green Acres Furniture.......................23 Homestead Furniture........................23 Jake’s Handcrafted Oak ...................04 Troyer Furniture.................................23 Walnut Creek Furniture....................23 Yoder’s Oak & Cherry......................33
CRAFTS & COLLECTIBLES
C&C Treasure Seek.........................05 Main Street Bears...............................27
LAWN FURNITURE, STORAGE & GAZEBOS
Country View Wicker........................29 Kauffman Lawn Furniture....Back Cover Swiss Country Lawn & Crafts...........37
LODGING
Berlin Village Inn...............................34 Donna’s Premier Lodging.................34 Scenic Hills RV Park..........................34 Zinck’s of Berlin.................................34
SHOPS & SUCH
Alpine Structures................................07 Amish Country Peddler.....................Inside Front Cover Berlin Leather & Pets........................08 Charm Harness & Boot.....................28 Holmes Sew & Vac.............................29 Idealz.........................................21 Kiko’s Greenhouse.............................14 Gospel Book Store.............................03 The Gospel Shop................................21 Mt. Hope Fence..................................31 Olivesburg General Store..................29 Primitive Porch...................................27
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Gone Loco Hobby Train Depot AMISH HEARTLAND EDITOR
ike and Bonnie Crider’s Train Depot has only been open for a couple of months, but they have already seen a lot of excited customers who came across the hobby shop on their travels through Amish Country. “So far everyone’s last words have been, ‘you’ll be seeing a lot more of me’,” said Mike. The idea to open Gone Loco, Hobby Train Depot came to Mike and Bonnie while they were looking over their extensive collection of trains. “Mike has been collecting trains for a long time,” said Bonnie. “My granddad had some trains and I have been collecting since I was a child,” added Mike. “We decided to turn Mike’s passion for trains into a business and share it with the public,” said Bonnie. The Criders knew there were plenty of hobby and collector shops in the area, but none that specifically catered to one particular hobby or collectors item – i.e. trains. “It’s nice to see the little kids faces light up when they come in and they see the trains run,” said Mike, indicating the 40-foot layout that is still a work
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in progress. Two trains run side-by-side through an imaginary village that features a grocery and hardware store, pub, bike shop and even a building under construction (complete with workers inside). nia As Mike fires up the model Pennsylvania ar 2-8-0 Steam Passenger train, you can hear the conductor running through a checklist ist of procedures before he gives out the “all all ready” to leave the station. “The model el train can do all the startup things a real al train can do,” said Mike. “You can even n record your own voice as the conductor.” ”
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The model train can do all the startup things a real train can do. You can even record your own voice as the conductor.
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Smoke billows from the smoke stack and the train is on its way. (Bonnie pointed out that the train smoke can be purchased in any scent you would like.) It passes by the small town before it enters a tunnel through the mountain. As the train comes out the other side of the mountain, it passes over a trestle bridge that crosses over a small lake fed by a cascading waterfall from the mountain. The details that go into this particular layout are stunning: from the snow-capped mountains and pines, to the cascading “waterâ€? down the mountainside, and even the pebbles, shrubs and miniature people that make the layout come to life. Bonnie said, “It takes many years to develop a layout.â€? “You’re never done designing,â€? Mike added, indicating that the current layout is still a work in progress. They both agree that this is all part of the fun in building a dream train set. Feeling inspired by what you see? The hobby shop contains everything you need to get your own dream layout started - buildings, rocks and water, paint and molds, grasses, trees and miniature people, and unique items like corn stalks and hay bales. “Some people like to bring a little bit of the countryside back with them,â€? said Bonnie. Bonnie pointed out that these items are also popular for those that like to build their own Christmas villages. The different paint and molds are also popular among crafters. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced “engineer,â€? you can ďŹ nd just about any style of train or track you are looking for. Gone Loco carries O Scale and HO Gauge trains and is a certiďŹ ed MTH and Lionel dealer.
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419-281-7514 HOURS: Tues.-Sat. 9-5 Sun. 12-5 CLOSED Monday Call for directions. (look for tourist activity signs)
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Don’t see what you are looking for in the store? “We can order anything anybody wants,” said Bonnie. “It can be almost overwhelming,” looking through all the trains, tracks and specialty items and trying to envision what kind of layout you want to do she added. Spend some time talking with the experts (Mike and Bonnie) and discuss some of your ideas with them. They can help to point you in the right direction whether it’s sharing some of their own previous designs or pointing you to a website with layout samples and ideas. Bonnie pointed out that she is the visionary, coming up with the creative layouts for the track, while Mike is the “technical guy.” He can walk you through all the specific electronics and gadgets you will need to make your dream track come to life. If the model train world is completely new to you, you might be interested in checking out the “Ready to Run” room: a whole room dedicated to sets you can take home and set up in minutes. Themed sets like “The Polar Express” and “Thomas and Friends” are great for the kids. Gone Loco also offers different price levels depending on how serious of a train enthusiast you are: from beginner to advanced levels. Trains are a great hobby to bring the family together. “I don’t know why the art of train collecting seemed to get lost over time,” said Bonnie. “Dig up grandpas old set and get together with the family. Trains are something that will always work if they are taken care of.” Gone Loco features trains that are scale models of an actual train that ran (or runs) in real life. These trains capture every detail of their reallife counterparts from the train number on the side to the fireboxes that light up as the train picks up speed. “I like the history behind the trains,” said Bonnie. “We have a scale model of the Lincoln Funeral Train.” Bonnie explained the train
Specializing in leather waist belts • Moccasins • Felt Hats • Pet Supplies • Saddles & Tack • Western Home Decor • Western Shirts & Coats
4363 St. Rt. 39, Millersburg
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330-893-7038 ext 3
Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 9-5 Fri. and Sat. 9-6 Closed Sun.
One of the Largest Bakeries in Amish Country
“Featuring Grilled Panini Sandwiches” •Bakery •Café •Bulk •Ice Cream Parlor Across from Heini’s Cheese in the of Amish Country Open Monday-Saturday, Sundays (May thru November)
330.893.2129 • 4357 US 62, Millersburg
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was originally designed to carry president Lincoln and his family during his presidency. Unfortunately, the day Lincoln was scheduled to make his first trip on the train, he was assassinated and his first trip on the train was in his casket. Mike and Bonnie Crider could talk trains all day. If you have the time for a little rail side chit-chat, you should plan a trip to the Gone Loco Hobby Train Depot: located at 10755 SR 39, Millersburg. Hours are Monday – Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. For more information call 330-674-0093 or visit www. gonelocohobbytraindepot.com and find them y on facebook.
Handcrafted by Family or Select Local craftsmen. Where Comfort, Quality & Price Meet!
Since 1976
38 Years Family Owned!
330-893-4455
4329 C.R. 168, Millersburg, Ohio 44654 1 Mile North of Berlin in Bunker Hill Hours: Mon-Sat: 9am-5pm
America’s most-exciting cyclorama of Amish & Mennonite history; half-hour tours, bookstore, gifts; 5798 CR 77, Open Year Round.
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A bike shop in the building also offers bikes and bike parts, and repair services in the evenings and on Saturdays.
Cardinal Hill Grocery is owned by Ivan and Fannie Hershberger and family. “We offer the products you expect to find in a bulk food/deli store, plus many healthier choices such as dried fruits, nuts, fresh-ground grains, organic foods, as well as chemical-free produce grown right here (especially asparagus),” said Fannie Hershberger. “We offer special pricing for special occasions and large orders for church, weddings and more and we also take orders for meat and cheese trays.” The Hershberger family has been growing and selling fresh asparagus when in season on for 15 years.
We aim to provide the kind of products you want, in a place you like to shop, with service you enjoy, at a price you can afford,
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8221 County Road 192, Holmesville, 44633 • 330-279-2619 Mon, Wed, Thu, and Sat, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. • Tue & Fri, 8 a.m.-7 p.m. 10
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CARDINAL HILL GROCERY
HARVEY’S MARKET
Address: 8221 County Road 192, Holmesville, Ohio 44633 Located 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. & Tue. & Fri., 8 a.m.-7 p.m. We accept Visa, Mastercard and Discover
12636 State Route 39, Big Prairie Ohio 44611 Two miles east of Nashville, 9 miles west of Millersburg Contact: (330) 231-0786; www.facebook.com/pages/Harveys-Market Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; After hours and Sunday, self serve
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)
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!
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MORELAND FRUIT FARM
Address: 2430 Twp. Rd. 183, Baltic, OH 43804-9607 Located between Charm and Farmerstown just off State Route 557 Contact: 330-231-5974 Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m.-6 p.m. We accept cash, checks and credit cards
1558 Moreland Rd, Wooster, OH 44691, 1 mile west of State Route 83, south. Visit our website for full detailed directions. Contact: (330) 264-8735; http://www.morelandfruitfarm.com Hours: “Pick Your Own” June-August, Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat., 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Closed Sunday Payment types: cash, check or credit card w/a 2% user fee.
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.
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 fruit 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.
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PRAIRIE LANE MARKET
Address: 14396 Dover Road, Dalton, OH 44618 1 mile West of Mt. Eaton on US 250 Hours: Mon. - Sat. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Open evenings by chance. Closed Sunday. Only cash and good checks accepted
7841 County Road 373, Big Prairie, Ohio 44611 (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
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!
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!
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June CALENDAR OF EVENTS 6 KIDS’ DAY When: 1-4 p.m. Where: Wayne County Library Downtown Lots of kids’ activities, animals, games, music and displays.
330-262-6222 www.mainstreetwooster.org
11 LADIES’ NIGHT OUT When: 5-8 p.m. Where: Downtown Wooster Join us for a fun night of activities for women of all ages.
330-262-6222 www.mainstreetwooster.org
12 MUSIC ON THE SQUARE: STOCKDALE BROTHERS When: 7-9 p.m. Where: Berlin Square Welcome back to the Berlin Square, the Stockdale Brothers. Enjoy an evening of live entertainment. www.heartofamishcountry.com
13 11TH ANNUAL HOLMES COUNTY RAILS-TO-TRAILS BENEFIT AUCTION & ROAD APPLE 5K Where: Hipp Station Depot , 1 Trail Drive, Millersburg
330-674-0475 www.holmestrail.org
13-14 QUAILCREST FARM SPRING GARDEN FAIR When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Where: Quailcrest Farm Over 45 garden-related artists and craftsmen, food and music set in the beautiful Quailcrest Gardens!
330-345-6722 www.quailcrest.com
19 CONCERT & CRUISE-IN When: 7-9:30 p.m. Where: Downtown Wooster Classic cars and street rods line the streets of historic Downtown Wooster. Live music and food vendors.
330-262-6222 www.mainstreetwooster.org
19 MUSIC ON THE SQUARE: 39 WEST When: 7-9 p.m. Where: Berlin Square Enjoy an evening of live entertainment with 39 West. www.heartofamishcountry.com 12 June 2015
20 SMITHVILLE COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY OPEN HOUSE
26 MUSIC ON THE SQUARE: DAUGHTERS OF GRACE
When: 1:30-4 p.m. Where: Smithville Historical Society & Mishler Mill Mishler Weaving Mill, Village Blacksmith, Sheller House, Carriage Barn and Pioneer Log Cabin open for tours. Located along Main Street in Smithville. Only Mishler Mill and Reception Center are handicapped accessible.
When: 7-9 p.m. Where: Berlin Square Daughters of Grace are back this year at Music on the Square. Enjoy an evening outdoors while listening to live, local entertainment. www.heartofamishcountry.com
330-669-9308
27 PAINT TWP./MT. EATON FIREMEN’S FESTIVAL & FIREWORKS
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20 BUCKIN’ OHIO RODEO & WESTERN EXPERIENCE When: 4 p.m. Where: 8154 Garman Rd., Burbank Join Buckin’ Ohio for a real Western Experiencefun for the whole family. See website for times and events.
330-624-7205 www.buckinohio.com
25 US ARMY FIELD BAND CONCERT When: 7-8:30 p.m. Where: Downtown Wooster
330-262-6222 www.mainstreetwooster.org
26 SOUNDS OF DOWNTOWN When: 6-8 p.m. Where: Downtown Wooster Spend a relaxing evening in Downtown Wooster listening to street musicians.
When: 4 p.m. Where: Mt. Eaton Elementary, 8746 Market St. Chicken BBQ, music, and games. Fireworks at 10:15 p.m.
330-465-8610 27 BERLIN ART FESTIVAL & PET DAY When: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Where: Berlin Park, 5481 Elm Street, Berlin Visit downtown Berlin for outdoor arts & crafts and don’t forget to bring your dog for the pooch parade! www.heartofamishcountry.com
27 22ND ANNUAL HOLMES COUNTY CHAPTER AMERICAN RED CROSS DISASTER SERVICES BENEFIT AUCTION Where: Mt. Hope Auction Barn
330-674-5861
330-262-6222 www.mainstreetwooster.org
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330.893.2717 4450 SR 557, Cha rm, OH • 6am-8pm ay urd Sat – day Mon n Ope
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27 STRAWBERRY JELLY-JAMBOREE When: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Where: The J.M. Smucker Store & Café, 333 Wadsworth Road, Orrville Enjoy strawberry desserts, caricatures, children’s activities, live music from noon-4 p.m. and lunch specials.
330-684-1500 www.smuckers.com
30-JULY 4 ORRVILLE FIREFIGHTERS INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
3-5 2015 BICENTENNIAL AND THUNDER OVER HOLMES COUNTY Where: Historic Downtown Millersburg Coming to Millersburg for the first time will be the Vietnam Moving Wall Memorial! This 1/2 scale replica will be located on the Courthouse Lawn July 3, 4 & 5. Opening ceremonies will take place Friday July 3rd at 6:30pm. The Fireworks display will go off on the 4th at dark. Live entertainment, children play area, food vendors and a Beer Garden will all be located in our beautiful historic downtown.
330-674-2412 www.historicdowntownmillersburg.com
When: Where: Orr Park, Orrville See our website for a full list of festival events and times. Orrville Parade 6/30 at 7 p.m. and Fireworks 7/4 at 10:15 p.m.
330-684-5051 www.orrville.com
July Preview
3 MUSIC ON THE SQUARE: UPRIVER When: 7-9 p.m. Where: Berlin Square UpRiver is a new group to the Berlin stage. With their many different styles of music and instruments they are sure to be a hit. Enjoy an evening of live entertainment. www.heartofamishcountry.com
4 COOKBOOK EXTRAVAGANZA When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.. Where: Gospel Book Store in the German Village Center, 4900 Oak St., Berlin Cookbook authors will be on hand with samples of food from their cook books. Chat with authors about recipes and entertaining, sample recipes and then vote on your favorites to help them crown a winner.
330-893-2523 www.mygospelbookstore.com
Your Beautiful Lawn Starts Here!
Kiko’s Greenhouse
Pottery & Gift Shop
Lawn Ornaments, Pottery, Vegetables & Gifts
330-832-8698 15579 Lincoln Way W., Dalton, OH (corner of Rt. 172 W. & Deerfield) We accept MasterCard, Visa & Discover
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4 OHIO LIGHT OPERA COMMUNITY POPS CONCERT When: 7-8 p.m. Where: Downtown Wooster The Ohio Light Opera Orchestra and Chorus perform at this annual pops concert. Bring your lawn chairs!
330-262-6222
When: Parade steps off at 11 a.m. Where: Fredericksburg Line up starts at 9:30 a.m. at intersection of Fredericksburg and Graber Rds. Parade starts at 11 a.m., “Wayne County’s Biggest Small Town Parade.” Ball games & food concession stands following the parade at the ball diamond.
330-749-7010
www.mainstreetwooster.org
4 BENEFIT QUILT AUCTION
4 WOOSTER COMMUNITY FIREWORKS
When: 9 a.m. Where: Kidron Auction Benefiting the Crippled Children’s Bureau.
When: Fireworks at 10 p.m. Where: North of the Kinney Building on Burbank Rd. between Highland and Oldman Rd., Wooster Entertainment and concessions at the soccer complex. Kinney Property Activities 7 p.m., Fireworks 10 p.m. 330-464-6305
330-857-2641
4 FREDERICKSBURG INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE
www.kidronauction.com
4 ORRVILLE FIREWORKS DISPLAY When: 10:15 p.m. Where: Orr Park, Orrville All attention will be focused on the skies above Orrville as they erupt into a fury of thunder!
330-684-5051 www.orrville.com
Sol’s in Berlin Ohio’s Largest Arts & Crafts Mall An Amish Country ‘Must See’ Since ‘93
www.solsinberlin.com
Search: Sol’s in Berlin
June-October Open 9am-7pm Daily November - May Open 9am-5pm Daily Open Memorial Day, 4th of July & Labor Day
OPEN YEAR ROUND • Closed Sundays 4914 West Main St. • Berlin, OH 44610 • 330.893.3134 Amish Heartland
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3 Behalt/ Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center 5798 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin)
CR = County Road
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19 Guggisberg Cheese 5060 SR 557, Millersburg (Charm) (40.5246103º -81.8043815º)
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34 P. Graham Dunn 630 Henry St., Dalton (40.793873° -81.700984°)
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15 Gone Loco Hobby Train Depot 10755 SR 39, Millersburg (40.573468° -82.009013°)
10 Charm Family Restaurant 4450 SR 557, Charm (40.506683° -81.785093°)
25 Kauffman’s Country Bakery 6013 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5738493º -81.781379º)
5 Berlin Village Inn 5135 SR 39, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5597161º -81.80692º)
14 Donna’s Premier Lodging 5523 East Street, Berlin (40.560806º -81.795587º)
7 Bulk Food Country Store 14396 Dover Road, Dalton (40.705213° -81.725843°)
9 Cardinal Hill Grocery 8221 County Hwy 192, Holmesville (40.635738° -81.905858°)
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24 J.M. Smucker Company Store & Cafe 333 Wadsworth Rd., Orrville
46 Warther Carvings 331 Karl Ave., Dover (40.525787º -81.487994º)
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29 Miller’s Bakery 4280 TR 356, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5308237º -81.8118837º)
43 Troyer’s Home Pantry 668 W. Main St., Apple Creek (40.7554854º -81.8442625º)
39 Shisler’s Cheese House 55 Kidron Rd., Orrville (40.796565º -81.746371º)
38 Scenic Hills RV Park 4483 TR 367 NE, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5513798º -81.7821696º)
49 Zinck’s Family of Inns 4703 SR 39, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.559689º -81.791478º)
20 Harvey’s Market 12636 SR 39, Big Prairie Ohio (40.588578° -82.075478°)
30 Moreland Fruit Farms 1558 Moreland Rd, Wooster (40.711712°, -81.968451°)
35 Prairie Lane Market 7841 County Road 373, Big Prairie (40.633630° -82.086563°)
37 Flower Sak 2430 TR 183, Baltic (40.477627° -81.755946°)
1 Alpine Structures 2675 US 62, Dundee
22 Holmes Sew & Vac 4897 West Main St., Berlin
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2 Amish Country Peddler 3239 SR 39, Walnut Creek
23 Jake's Handcrafted Oak 8239 TR 562, Holmesville
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4 Berlin Leather & Pets 4774 US Route 62, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5613792º -81.7939588º)
6 bfearless. 3147 SR 39, Walnut Creek (40.544962º -81.737848º)
8 C&C Treasure Seekers 3169 SR 39, Walnut Creek (40.544694° -81.736425°)
11 Charm Harness & Boot 4432 CR 70, Charm (40.506574º -81.784203º)
12 Country Furniture 4329 CR 168, Millersburg (40.5711508º -81.776448º)
13 Country View Wicker 2701 SR 557, Baltic (40.841048º -81.764447º)
16 Gospel Book Store 4900 Oak Street, Berlin
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26 Kauffman Lawn Furniture 4540 US 62, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5690155º -81.7849802º)
27 Kiko’s Greenhouse 15579 Lincoln Way West,Dalton (40.798646º -81.646774º)
40 Sol’s Exchange 4914 W. Main St., Berlin (40.5617104º -81.7991439º)
41 Swiss Country Lawn & Crafts 2131 SR 39, Sugarcreek (40.5172712º -81.6999655º)
42 Troyer Furniture 985 W. Main St., Sugarcreek (40.5110001º -81.6529587º)
44 Walnut Creek Antique Mall 4872 McKinley Place Dr., Walnut Creek (40.5404832º -81.7202957º)
28 Main Street Bears 225 N. Main St., Navarre (40.7225129º -81.5224304º)
45 Walnut Creek Furniture 3473 Ohio 39, Walnut Creek (40.5463267º -81.7477899º)
31 Mt. Hope Fence 7102 CR 77, Millersburg (40.603298º -81.780687º)
47 World Crafts 13100 Emerson Rd., Kidron (40.7412134º -81.7450194º)
32 Olivesburg General Store 4778 SR 545, Ashland (40.855888º -82.318932º)
48 Yoder’s Oak & Cherry 6018 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.573872º -81.781354º)
33 Parsley Pot 697 CR 1302, Ashland (40.8768762º -82.2596821º)
36 Primitive Porch 4815 E. Main St., Berlin (40.561488º -82.795519º)
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17 Green Acres Furniture 7412 Massillon Rd., Navarre (40.561738º -81.799496º)
18 Greenhouse Shoppe, The 3649 Cleveland Rd., Wooster (40.8453279º -81.9284401º)
21 Homestead Furniture 8233 SR 241, Mt. Hope (40.6268459º -81.784219º)
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Hfrom ANDCRAFTED HARDWOODS the craftsmen to you!
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he Furniture Heartland stores take great pride in manufacturing furniture from the finest quality hardwoods, handcrafted by the most skilled craftsmen in the area. AMERICAN HARDWOODS Each of the furniture stores agree, some of the best quality hardwoods are harvested from the Northern FRESH CUT LUMBER READY TO BE MADE INTO HIGH QUALITY FURNITURE PIECES AT GREEN ACRES FURNITURE States: Indiana, Ohio, West Virginia and Pennsylvania. “Here they have slower tree growth. This makes tighter rings in the trees and creates a stronger hardwood,” said Ernie Hershberger of Homestead Furniture. “There is a deep appreciation for the trees and the wood along with the craftsmanship it takes to execute a beautiful piece of furniture,” added Leon Swartzentruber of Green Acres Furniture. Leon Swartzentruber noted that to ensure the highest quality lumber is coming in, the lumber supplier will often go out with someone from Green Acres and walk the woods with them, looking at the trees in their natural state in order to see the potential and beauty from start to finish. “Our biggest asset is the connection we have with the lumber mill.”
AMERICAN MADE Both Green Acres Furniture and Homestead Furniture feature manufacturing facilities onsite where they create quality hardwood furniture. “Our employees are in the business long-term,” said Hershberger. “They are skilled craftsmen who either grew up in the woodworking business or on the family farm where they appreciate the hands-on work.” Both Troyer Furniture and Walnut Creek Furniture pull their inventory from the local craftsmen and put the finishing touches on the pieces in-house. “We work with about 80 different builders within a 20 mile radius of our retail location. All of our builders are local, from Holmes County,” said Matt Beachy of Troyer Furniture.
“OUR EMPLOYEES ARE IN THE BUSINESS LONG-TERM...THEY ARE SKILLED CRAFTSMEN WHO EITHER GREW UP IN THE WOODWORKING BUSINESS OR ON THE FAMILY FARM WHERE THEY APPRECIATE THE HANDS-ON WORK,” ERNIE HERSHBERGER, HOMESTEAD FURNITURE
“We pull from approximately 100 plus craftsmen in Holmes, Wayne, Tuscarawas and Knox Counties,” said Galen Swartzentruber of Walnut Creek Furniture. “We look for the same standards in quality (amongst all the craftsmen) and pick the best craftsmen in the area.” “HANDCRAFTED HARDWOODS” CONTINUED ON PAGE 33
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Recipes STUFFED FRENCH TOAST Servings: 4-5
Ingredients: *4 large slices, sourdough bread (remove crust and cube bread) *1 8 oz. package cream cheese, cut into cubes *1 lg., Granny Smith Apple, peeled and chopped *6 eggs *1 cup milk *1 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon *2-3 tbs. sifted confectioners’ sugar
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PEANUT BUTTER SPREAD Served at every Amish church lunch
Ingredients: *4 cups brown sugar *2 cups boiling water *1/4 cup light Karo syrup *2 tsp. Maple flavoring *2 1/2 pound Peanut Butter *1 quart Marshmallow Cream
Directions: 1. Bring to boil: brown sugar, water, Karo syrup & Maple flavoring. 2. Let cool and add peanut butter and marshmallow cream. (If it gets to stringy, add a small amount of hot water) 3. Serve on bread 24
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1. Place half the bread cubes in an ungreased 11x7” baking dish. Cover with cream cheese cubes, distributing evenly. 2. Sprinkle with chopped apple (other fruit may be used) and top evenly with remaining bread crumbs. 3. Beat together eggs, milk and cinnamon until well blended; pour over bread mixture in dish. Bake in preheated oven at 375° for 35 minutes or until set. 4. Sprinkle with confectioners sugar. Serve with favorite syrup.
BANANA NUT BREAD Ingredients: *2 cups flour *1/2 tsp. baking powder *1/2 tsp baking soda *1/2 tsp. salt *1/2 cup butter *1 cup sugar *2 eggs *3 well-ripened bananas *1/2 cup nuts, chopped (optional)
Directions: 1. Cream butter and add sugar gradually, mixing as sugar is added. Add eggs, one at a time, beating each one thoroughly. Mash bananas and add. 2. Blend well. Stir in dry ingredients gradually. When well mixed, add nuts. 3. Pour into two 4”x8” greased loaf pans. Bake at 350° about 45-50 minutes. Remove from oven, let stand in pans about 10 minutes. Remove from pans and cool on wire racks.
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hether it is shopping, eating or taking in the surrounding culture, Amish country takes a refreshing approach to tourism. With over 60 retail outlets in the Berlin area alone (the hub of Ohio’s Amish country), there is something for everyone to enjoy. “We want visitors to know that in Amish Country they will have an authentic experience in a community rooted by heritage, honesty, hard work, integrity, compassion, and commitment,” said Danara Wallace, marketing coordinator for the Holmes County Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau. WHAT ATTRACTS PEOPLE TO AMISH COUNTRY? “One of the great lines I hear when people come to the area is ‘it’s so peaceful here’,” said Eli Hochstetler, owner of the Gospel Book Store in Berlin and President of the Berlin Merchants Association. LaVonne DeBois, owner of Amish Heartland Tours said, “the area appeals to visitors in many ways due to the simple way of life. They don’t feel rushed or stressed out.” 26
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People who come to the area want to know what the Amish and Mennonite culture is all about, explained Hochstetler. “They want to know, how do we help our neighbors out after the barn raising?” He added, but it’s not just about helping out after tragedy has struck, it’s about helping out whenever someone needs an extra hand. And they love to exchange hospitality when the cameras are not rolling, when it stays just between them and the person they are helping. That extra hand is not just extended between community members, but is often extended to visitors to the area as well. DeBois shared comments from some of her tourgoers on how they received a helping hand from some of the friendly people in the area. “We had a group of ladies walk down to Boyd and Wurthmann restaurant for a bite to eat one evening when a big storm hit. They did not want to walk back to their hotel so they asked a local if he would give them a ride back to their hotel,” she said. When he obliged and drove them back, the ladies offered to tip him for the ride, but the gentleman just waived it off saying, “No thank-you, it is my pleasure ladies.”
DeBois said, other travelers commented on how nice the furniture stores in the area are and how easy it was to tell them what they wanted. “People appreciate businesses going the extra mile and going above and beyond what the customer is expecting,” she said. “It is this lifestyle that our forefathers brought us up with and we love to operate that way,” said Hochstetler. Along with top of the line customer service and a most welcoming atmosphere, there is always something going on in Amish Country. From a Pajama Party in January to a Harvest Fest and Rib Cook-off in the fall, you can be sure to catch a special promotion almost every month in Berlin. Hochstetler said a visitor told him, “Berlin is a party town. They have something going on all the time.” The biggest complaint Hochstetler has had is that “Berlin is not open on Sundays.” But closing to spend time with family and partake in a day of rest is something that is also admired and appreciated by the travelers to the community.
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There is still plenty to do in Amish country on a Sunday. Shops run by the “Englisch” (Amish term for those that are not Amish) remain open to fullfill any last minute shopping desires and you can create your own backroads tour and enjoy the peaceful countryside Amish country has to offer. “Everyone has a story to share and the people love to tell it,” said Hochstetler. “We encourage everyone who comes to Amish country to get out to the backroad businesses and stop in and talk with the owners.” A lot of talk has been centered on the upcoming construction project set to take place this summer. Construction crews will be working to widen the road that runs through the heart of Berlin (State Route 39) and create a new parking lot but the road will remain open to travelers at all times and all shops along the street will continue to have access their main entrances. “Sure construction is happening, but with that is a beautification project,” said Hostetler. It’s a “Road 2 Better Berlin.” “HAND-CRAFTED” CONTINUED ON PAGE 28
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SO WHY DO PEOPLE KEEP COMING BACK? As she is giving tours, DeBois asks her guests why they came to Amish country and here is what some of them had to say: “Our friends just came back from Holmes County. They shared so much about their experiences that we had to come see for ourselves.” “We live 2 hours from here and come every week to eat at our favorite restaurant.” “We heard about the musicals and comedy theatres and thought we would make it an overnight trip.”
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“Amish country is about quality,” said DeBois. “It [Amish country] has built itself a reputation on dependability and quality of locally manufactured products.” Businesses in the area are predominately owned and operated locally and many business owners have been a part of these businesses since they started learning a craft at a young age. “Businesses are here to stay and often handed down to future generations. Work ethics are reliable and reputation is of utmost importance whether it is relating to a good home cooked meal to a good night’s sleep,” she added. Purchase a basket of flowers from an Amish home, eat to your heart’s content at one of one of Amish countries finest restaurants, observe a weekly livestock auction or benefit auction and stop into a local garage sale. “So why not visit Amish County?” DeBois asked. “Every visitor has a unique goal in mind when planning a vacation. Some don’t want shopping while others do. Others want to relax while others want adventure. We have something for everyone!”
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he theater, a place where as we sit in the darkness and fall in love, we ďŹ nd out more about ourselves in the process of taking it all in. Opening the summer season with the musical Brigadoon, The Ohio Light Opera is falling in love right off the bat this season. Dancing through the heather on the hill, the audience will laugh and smile listening to the lyrics of one of Lerner and Loweâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most beloved musicals. The inhabitants of a hidden, unmapped village in Scotland lead us on the chase for romance and discovery through time, as we ask ourselves, would we return to the world we know or stay in the Highlands? Other offerings from The Ohio Light Opera this season include Can-Can, One Touch of Venus, Frederike, Oh, Kay!, The Yeomen of the Guard and Ruddigore. Entering into its 37th Summer Season, the company has grown to encompass 30
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all forms of the light opera canon. The stage and lighting teams embrace both the historical practices of each work and the resources of having a stateof-the-art theater. Nearly 20,000 patrons each season see productions in The College of Woosterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s intimate Freedlander Theatre. Over 100 company members from around the United States are selected each year to become a part of the work. The theater began as an idea in 1976 when Professor of Speech, Stanley Schutz invited James Stuartâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kent State Light Opera to perform at Freedlander Theatre. Administrative changes at Kent State resulted in the demise of Stuartâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s company in 1978 and The College of Wooster drafted a proposal to establish a new company at the College. On June 26, 1979 with the production of Gilbert and Sullivanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s The Gondoliers, Ohio Light Opera opened its doors on its ďŹ rst ďŹ ve-week summer season.
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Every actor, every part, every piece in the orchestra feels an intense pride in participating in this rich history year after year. While The Ohio Light Opera began with solo piano accompaniment, a unit set that could shield the piano, and a repertoire of strictly Gilbert and Sullivan, by its third season, it had become one of few companies to perform all 13 surviving Gilbert and Sullivan shows. In the 90s and into 2000 the company attracted new audiences with musical comedy gems from Rogers and Hammerstein (Carousel, South PaciďŹ c, Oklahoma!, The Sound of
Music, The King and I), George Gershwin (Of Thee I Sing; Lady, Be Good!), Jerome Kern (The Cabaret Girl), Cole Porter (Jubilee, Silk Stockings) Rodgers and Hart (A Connecticut Yankee) and others. OLO associate artistic director Julie Wright Costa, with more than 20 years experience on the OLO stage, works in conjunction with Steven Daigle in overseeing an annual nationwide audition process that attracts hundreds of vocal artists with ambitions to be part of the OLO summer festival. In making â&#x20AC;&#x153;OHIO LIGHT OPERAâ&#x20AC;? CONTINUED ON PAGE 32
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their choices, they look for truth in performance and, beyond technical accomplishment, for readiness to alternate between leading roles and service in the chorus. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is no room for divas,â&#x20AC;? Daigle declares. Music director J. Lynn Thompson, aided by orchestra personnel manager and 30-year OLO trumpeter John Schuesselin, oversees the orchestral auditions, which draw young professional musicians from this nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top music schools and programs. The Ohio Light Opera has achieved an enviable reputation for not only its ambitious repertoire and excellent production values, but also for the efďŹ ciency and integrity of its operation. As Company manager/producer from 1983 to 1997, Bonnie Havholm contributed greatly toward laying the foundation for this structure. Laura Neill assumed the position in 1997 and currently, as OLO executive director, has overseen and spearheaded unprecedented growth in the Company, inspired enthusiasm and commitment among its patrons and benefactors, and increased its national and international visibility and recognition. In 1997, the Ohio Light Opera released its ďŹ rst CD recording: a two-disc set of Victor Herbertâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eileen. No one could have imagined at that time that, after just 15 years, the list of recordings would have grown to 37 CD titles, including many world-premiere complete recordings. No operetta company, and few opera companies, in the world can boast of such a comprehensive recording legacy. Highlights of the series include ďŹ rst-ever recordings with complete dialogue of many Gilbert and Sullivan works; complete recordings of Victor Herbertâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s six most popular operettas; and the most complete versions available on disc of seven operettas of Emmerich KĂĄlmĂĄn. For the future, artistic director Daigle seeks to sustain the Companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s high standards, continue to expand and broaden the repertoire, and reach out to new audiences. With a tradition of excellence buttressed by College of Wooster support, the abundant talents of young professional singers and instrumentalists, creative artistic leadership, and the enthusiasm and generosity of its patrons, The Ohio Light Opera is positioned to ensure that this â&#x20AC;&#x153;summer jewelâ&#x20AC;? will continue to sparkle. Visit OhioLightOpera.org or call 330-263-2345 for more information on the 2015 Summer Season, the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Taking Light Opera Seriouslyâ&#x20AC;? Symposium in July, or to purchase tickets.
â&#x20AC;&#x153;HANDCRAFTED HARDWOODSâ&#x20AC;? CONTINUED FROM PAGE 22
â&#x20AC;&#x153;We try to stay current and ďŹ nd new pieces that the builders are wanting to show,â&#x20AC;? said Beachy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sometimes our local craftsmen will bring a new product to us or they may have something new in their shop when we go to visit them,â&#x20AC;? added Galen Swartzentruber. When selecting pieces to place out on the ďŹ&#x201A;oor the staff considers how someone might picture it in their home. Professional consultants are brought in to help set up and design the retail space, predicting upcoming consumer trends down to the most popular paint colors that havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even been on the market yet.
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WE STRIVE FOR PERFECTION BUT, WOOD IS WOOD AND PEOPLE ARE PEOPLE
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FROM FACTORY TO STORE For the Furniture Heartland stores, concepts for new pieces are mostly driven by customer demand. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are always seeking out functionality in our pieces,â&#x20AC;? said Hershberger.
â&#x20AC;˘ Dinettes â&#x20AC;˘ Bedroom Sets â&#x20AC;˘ Bookcases â&#x20AC;˘ Curio Cabinets â&#x20AC;˘ Rolltop Desks â&#x20AC;˘ Computer Desks â&#x20AC;˘ Entertainment Centers â&#x20AC;˘ Jewelry Boxes â&#x20AC;˘ Rockers & Gliders
IT ALL COMES BACK TO QUALITY â&#x20AC;&#x153;We work to maintain a reputation of good quality in a great time frame based on a foundation of trust and honesty. Our pieces are known for their handmade durability,â&#x20AC;? said Beachy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think the local made furniture is well worth what we sell it for,â&#x20AC;? added Galen Swartzentruber. Each of the Furniture Heartland stores is focused on providing a product that will last for generations to come. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We strive for perfection but, wood is wood and people are people,â&#x20AC;? said Hersberger.
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was my first issue and I liked it all! A very good, “ This informative little magazine. ”
-CAROLYN ILIFF, MANSFIELD
of the information and dates of craft shows is “ All always nice. ”
-DEBBY WILLIAMS, ASHLAND
-BARBARA BUERGERMEIER, HAMILTON
in Wayne County, enjoying the country “ Living landscape and the Amish stories and restaurants. ”
favorites: the whole booklet is informative and the “ No pictures are delightful. Thanks for the publication. ”
-PATTY KUSNIR, CANTON
-SHEILA MESSMORE, MILLERSBURG
relaxing. I like the scenic countryside, the gentle “ It’sAmish people and the great food! ” beautiful pictures with bright colors. The scenery “ The looks tranquil. ”
folks, awesome food and furniture. Beautiful “ Friendly countryside and beautifully crafted homes. ”
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favorite part is finding the buggy wheel and the “ My recipes. The scenery is so open, beautiful and peaceful. ”
-SHIRLEY LIGHT, ASHLAND
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