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Mythbusters The Amish Edition
Levi’s Will
Book Review
E\ 'DOH &UDPHU reviewed by Catie Noyes • EDITOR At the age of 19, Will McGruder (Mullet) finds himself struggling with his true identity. Growing up in a Swartzentruber (Old Order), Amish home with a strict father (Levi Mullet), Will wonders what his life could be like if he were “English.” As he plans his escape from the family farm in Holmes County late one night, his younger brother, Tobe, is not far behind. As a 16-year-old boy, Will new that Tobe saw this as an adventure, but if Tobe turned around and went home now the implications would be much less harsh for his younger brother. Will also knew that he was turning his back on his life and was facing the ban; being shunned forever from the only life he has known. The two boys caught a train headed south and became a couple of stowaways. Will reflected on the life he was leaving behind: he had gotten his girlfriend pregnant and he and Mattie were both facing the ruling of the church for their behavior before marriage. Now Mattie would be forced to care for the child and face the church alone. Somewhere south of Cincinnati, Will and Tobe jumped the train and headed for the nearest town. They found odd jobs and their Amish upbringing proved them to be very hard workers. He changed his last name to
McGruder in order to ensure that no one would discover his true identity. Will knew that he must enlist in the army now that he was considered an “Englisher.” (The Amish are conscientious objectors.) Traveling from base to base he eventually ended up in Georgia where he married Helen. Together they had two children and bought some land that Will could farm. Working with his hands was what Will knew how to do best. Eventually Will’s past caught up with him and Helen begins to question it. The Amish world is very foreign to her and Helen does not understand how Will’s father could just turn his back on his own son. Will finds it most difficult to earn the respect of his father again, but in time, with the help of God, can Levi come to terms with his son and the life he has chosen to lead? What other surprises will Will and Helen learn about his previous life as they make the journey to Holmes County, Ohio? I highly recommend this novel to anyone looking for insight into what life is like for an Amish boy who leaves home. The story line jumps from the past to the present (1980s) as Will reflects on his life growing up in the 1940s all the way up until it intersects with his current life. The twists in the plot keep the reader interested in finding out more. Dale Cramer has done an excellent job of giving insight into the Amish life. The story itself is based on the life of Cramer’s father, which made it even more intriguing. Following the life of an eex x-Ami -A Ami mish sh m man an n aand nd h his iss sstruggle trrug uggl glee wi with th hb bei eing ng ex-Amish being acce ac cept cept p ed b y hi h ami mily ly aagain ggaain n ggav avee me accepted by hiss fa family gave n ne ew insight insigh in siigh ht in ntto o tthe he O he ld O r er rd er,, new into Old Order, A Am mish mis h li life fe est styl yle. yl e. Amish lifestyle.
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ABOVE PHOTO TAKEN BY CATIE NOYES AT HOMESTEAD FURNITURE
Reasons to Ride: At Raber’s Bike Shop ...... 06 Mythbusters: Amish Edition ............................ 14 Furniture Heartland: Entertainment................. 26 Homestead Furniture: Bespoke Furniture....... 30 Fall Photo Contest Winners............................ 34
TRAVEL INFORMATION Visitors’ Guide....................................................05 Calendar of Events............................................ 16
Amish Heartland SPECTRUM Publications
Amish Heartland Map ......................................20 Just Visiting: Amish Heartland’s Inns ............40
IN EVERY ISSUE Book Review: Levi’s Will ..................................... 00 Editorial ...................................................................... 02 Recipes ................................................................28 Patchwork Quilt Contest ...................................42 Buggy Wheel......................................................44
OFFICE Spectrum Publications • 212 E. Liberty St. • Wooster, OH 44691 • 330-264-1125 amishinfo@spectrumpubs.com www.amish-heartland.com Publisher Andrew S. Dix • Ad Director Rhonda Geer • Spectrum Sales/Marketing Director Amanda Nixon, 330-264-1125 (Ext.2221) • Sales Melissa McDonald, 330-287-1668; Donna Tomak, 330-264-1125 (Ext. 2210); Kriss Ott, 330-264-1125 (Ext.2277); Michele Pratt, 330-287-1628 Editor Catie Noyes
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A New Year for Amish Heartland
Everything seems to be slowing down in Amish country. The holiday bustle is over and winter has finally settled in. You find yourself nestled in to your favorite chair, patting your stomach and preparing to “hibernate” after another successful holiday season. Don’t shut yourself in completely. Winter can bring out some of the most picturesque moments in Amish country. Blankets of snow covering gently rolling hills as Amish children go for sled rides, buggies traipsing through a lightly falling snow and Amish snowman adorned with felt hats and scarves. Yes, winter can be a beautiful time of year as well. As you’re driving around, taking in the beauty of Mother Nature, don’t forget to plan a few shopping stops along the way. If you’re planning on doing a little remodeling, stop in to Homestead Furniture to help you pick out quality furniture made the right way. Let Homestead Furniture reintroduce you to the meaning of custom made furniture. It’s never too early to plan for warmer weather. Maybe running has never been your style when it comes to working out, but you want to take up a fitness hobby you can do outdoors. Consider cycling. Raber’s Bike Shop has an expansive collection of bicycles for everyone from the serious athlete to the pleasure rider. Let the experts at Raber’s Bike get you on the perfect bike. For the 2014 year, Amish Heartland will continue to debunk some of the myths you may have gathered about the Amish from popular TV shows like “Breaking Amish.” In this issue we highlighted some of the more common myths and questions people have about the Amish. In future editions we hope to go deeper in exploring the truth behind some of these popular TV shows and how closely they relate to the true Amish life. We will also continue to highlight some of the more favored traditions of Amish life. The new year is proving to be a pretty exciting one for Amish Heartland as we work to revamp the magazine. Don’t miss an issue as we will be featuring a prize for one of our most valued readers. As always, we hope you enjoyy this t s first st edition ed t o of o the t e year yea for Amish Heartland.
Catie Noyes Spectrum Publications Editor
INDEX OF ADVERTISERS
For more information about advertising in Amish Heartland, contact Amanda Nixon, 330-264-1125. ABOVE PHOTO AND COVER PHOTO TAKEN BY CATIE NOYES
ANTIQUES & ART
Walnut Creek Antique Mall .....18
ATTRACTIONS
Behalt/Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center ..........................05 Guggisberg Cheese Factory.......18 Helping Hands Quilt Shop and Museum ................................18
BULK FOOD STORES
Bulk Food Country Store ..........12 East Union Bulk Food ...............12 Pleasant Hill Bulk Foods ...........12
CRAFTS & COLLECTIBLES
Audrey’s Attic.............................13 Country Craft Cupboard ...........05 Parsley Pot ...................................05 Sol’s In Berlin .............................10 World Crafts................................05
DINING & FOOD
Boyd & Wurthmann ...................10 Kauffman’s Country Bakery .....13 Miller’s Bakery ...........................18 Shisler’s Cheese House ..............05 Troyer’s Home Pantry ................13
FURNITURE & WOODWORKING
Green Acres Furniture...............27 Homestead Furniture .................27 Jake’s Handcrafted Oak ............10 Troyer Furniture .........................27 Walnut Creek Furniture ............27
LAWN FURNITURE, STORAGE & GAZEBOS Kauffman Lawn Furniture ........13
LODGING
Berlin Grande Hotel ..................41 Berlin Village Inn .......................41 Blessings Lodge ..........................41 Cricket Hill Cabins .....................41 Donna’s Premier Lodging .........41 Scenic Hills RV Park ..................13
SHIPPING/PACKAGING
PackShip USA ............................05
SHOPS & SUCH
Baker Publishing Group ............45 Gospel Book Store .......... Inside Cover Main Street Bears .......................13 Olivesburg General Store..........10 Raber’s Bike Shop ......................13 Swiss Country Lawn & Crafts................... Back Cover
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irst and foremost this is a weekend of remembrance. The CITC is a way to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coach Perry Reese Jr. as we remember the impact they had on our communities, our country, and our world. This year’s Classic in the Country will showcase 31 Teams....20 Games....in 3 Days! The best of the best in Ohio, along with a team from Colorado, who will be representing outstanding athletes and premier programs. The Classic is a one-of-a-kind event. If you love the action of high school girls basketball then this is the event for you.
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Visitors' Guide ~ HOLMES COUNTY ~ BERLIN: Behalt at the Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center ³ America’s most-exciting cyclorama of Amish & Mennonite history; half-hour tours, bookstore, gifts; NE of Berlin, off US 62 at 5798 CR 77, (330) 893-3192, www.behalt.com; Open Year Round Mon.-Sat. 9-5
Country Craft Cupboard Annual Pajama Party 6-9 a.m.
Jan. 25, 2014 40% OFF All Merchandise
Coffee Served at 5:15 a.m.
(A Few Exceptions)
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E. Main St. Berlin, OH 44610 Phone: 330 893-3163 For more information visit our web site at www.countrycraftcupboard.com
STOP IN TO SEE MANY UNIQUE FAIR TRADE ITEMS! Mon.-Sat. 9:30-5
Fairly Traded Handicrafts from 35 Developing Countries • Home Decor • Wedding Gifts • Scarves • Jewelry • Cards • Coffee • Teas • Chocolate Kidron, OH 330-857-0590 Lehman’s Mercantile behind Lehman’s Hardware www.worldcraftsfairtrade.com 10173316
~ WAYNE COUNTY ~ ORRVILLE: PackShip USA — We pack ... we ship ... anything, anywhere; furniture, antiques, fine art — no item too
A SHOP FOR ALL SEASONS
small or too large; Instapak foam to protect high value items; you shop ... we’ll ship; (330) 682-PACK (7225). www.packshipusa.com
“Celebrating 39 Years!”
ORRVILLE: Shisler’s Cheese House — “The Best Little Cheese House in Wayne County”. Open 7 days 8am - 6pm. Cheese, Smoked Meats, Gourmet Foods, Heggy’s & Coblentz Chocolate.www.cheesehouse.com 55 Kidron Road, (330) 682-2105
419-281-7514 East of Ashland, Ohio at 697 Co. Rd., 1302 HOURS: Tues.-Sat. 9-5; Sun. 12-5 CLOSED Monday Call for directions. All major credit cards accepted (look for tourist activity signs)
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5easons 7o 5ide at Raber’s Bike Shop
STORY BY EMILY ROEBUCK • AMISH HEARTLAND CONTRIBUTOR
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he air moving past your face, imagining the scenery flying by you as it might have appeared centuries before, hearing the clicking and ticking of gears and the whoosh of the tires on the pavement, these are all great reasons to ride, but the most important reason is your health. While being a great way to experience the world around you, riding a bike is also beneficial to your health, the environment and your finances. Once you have the right bike, the calorie burning, cardio and leg toning can begin. Instead of spending money each month on a membership at the gym,
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your workout investment is ready and waiting for you on the open road. Raber’s Bike Shop in Millersburg will make sure the bike you purchase is suited for your needs whether it is racing, trail riding or biking to work each day. The staff will take the time to find the frame that fits each purpose and each rider. A lifetime warranty comes with each bike frame along with a free basic fit in order to adjust the bike for optimal knee and joint health. “Customer service is our number one priority,” said owner, Raber. (Mr. Raber asked that his first name not be Continued on page 8
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included in the story.) “We focus on the customer’s needs, and we know they choose to come to us because we go that extra mile to make sure they are satisfied.” The atmosphere at Raber’s Bike Shop is inspiring, warm and welcoming. Even if you are stopping in for the first time, the store and the seating area, complete with a roaring fire and a cup of coffee for thirsty shoppers, has the perfect mix of appreciation and information for the customer experience. The staff is happy to
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answer questions and a sections designed specifically for men, women and children helps to narrow down the decision making process for first time buyers who may not be familiar with everything available on the market. “The whole purpose of selling the quality products we carry is to make sure our customers are getting the best,” Raber said. “One of the most important care elements we provide is that if a customer is not pleased with an item we are always willing to work with them. The care and effort we
put in is a benefit to the people who buy from us and that in turn benefits us as well.” To become inspired and find the bike that fits your reason to ride, visit Raber’s Bike Shop at 6515 State Route 241 in Millersburg. Regular business hours are Monday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.; closed Sunday. For more information call 330-674-3186. As an Amish business they do not have a phone in the store, but customers are
asked to leave a voicemail if there is no response. Be assured, a member of the staff will return the call as soon as possible. The road is waiting. Riding a bike has been shown to improve heart health related to cholesterol and blood pressure. You will feel it in every part of your body and with the beautiful scenery we have around us in Wayne and Holmes counties, what more reason do you need? Let Raber’s Bike Shop start you on the right path for work, for fun, for you.
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Sol’s in Berlin
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Ohio’s Largest Arts & Crafts Mall An Amish Country ‘Must See’ Since ‘93
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OPEN YEAR ROUND • Closed Sundays 4914 West Main St. • Berlin, OH 44610 • 330.893.3134
WHY BIKING IS THE BEST NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION
CYCLING IS A FORM OF EXERCISE, RECREATION AND TRANSPORTATION ALL-IN-ONE • It trains your muscles to burn more fat • It produces more ways to burn fat • It increases your daily calorie burn even at a recreational pace of 13 to 15 mph, you burn 500 to 600 calories in one hour. An hour of walk burns just 150-250 calories, jogging only burns between 350 and 450 calories • It boosts energy Raber’s has a special section WHEELS designed
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from casual bikes to professional mountain bikes and road bikes… get fit and stay fit!
330-674-3186 6515 S.R. 241 • Millersburg, OH 44654 We are located 3-1/2 miles northeast of Millersburg on S.R. 241 Hours: Closed Sun. • Mon. 9am-8pm; Tues., Wed., Thurs., Fri. 8am-5pm; Sat. 8am-2pm AMISH HEARTLAND
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Bulk Food Country Store 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
Bulk Food Country Store is a traditional Amish store that has been serving customers for 36 years. Products include: Baking Supplies, Gluten-Free Mixes/Flours and Pasta, Cake Filling/Icing and Pie Fillings, Black Walnuts, Local Maple Syrup, Snacks & Candies, Jams & Jellies, Watkins, Raw Sugar, Xylitol & Stevia, Stanley Home & Fuller Brush Products, Basic H, F.L.P. Nature’s Pearl Muscadine Grape Seed and Juice, Aloe Vera, A Large selection of Tupperware & Cookbooks and much more. Stop Out and Say “HI” to Mary!
Pleasant Hill Bulk Foods ADDRESS: 8584 TR 656, FREDERICKSBURG, OH 44627 HOURS: MON, 8 A.M.-7 P.M., TUES, WED, FRI, 8 A.M.-5 P.M., SAT, 8 A.M.-3 P.M.; CLOSED THURS & SUN.; PHONE: VOICEMAIL ONLY (330) 359-5606 ONLY CASH AND CHECKS ACCEPTED
Pleasant Hill Bulk Food carries a variety of your everyday needs at reasonable prices. Their selection includes; canning jars and lids, bulk foods along with a complete line of grocery items, dried fruits and spices, birthday cakes, creamy fillings, cold and frozen foods (including Sugar Valley Hamburger and Sausages,) Styrofoam and plastic containers, dandy blend, apples and peaches in season, vitamins (Schiff), wedding supplies and homemade bread. Special pricing available for wedding chicken. Church orders can be placed.
ADVERTISE YOUR BULK FOOD STORE HERE
CALL 330-264-1125 TO RESERVE YOUR SPACE
147 N. Main St. Orrville, OH 44667 330.683.3384
Scenic Hills
Located near shops and dining RV PARK in the Amish Heartland 4483 TR 367 Millersburg, Ohio 44654
330-893-3607 • www.scenichillsrvpark.com
Winter Blues Sale January 20-25, 2014 % 10-50 OFF Your Entire Purchase Discover your discount before you shop by opening a Snowman Can!
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Mon.-Sat. 10-5; Open ‘til 7 on Thurs. www.shopaudreysattic.com
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One of the Largest Bakeries in Amish Country Baked Goods Made Fresh Daily
QUALITY BAKING SINCE 1992!
RETIRED STEIFF BOYDS BEARS BEARINGTON COLLECTION GUND Plus Much More! 225 NORTH MAIN ST. • (RT. 21) • NAVARRE
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Bakery • Café • Bulk Ice Cream Parlor
“Featuring Grilled Panini Sandwiches” 330.893.2129
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4357 US 62, Millersburg Across from Heini’s Cheese in the of Amish Country Open Monday-Saturday Sundays (May thru November)
www.kauffmanscountrybakery.com
FULL LINE OF OUTDOOR FURNITURE: Adirondack Chairs • Arbors • Bird Feeders & Houses • Gliders • Picnic Tables • Swings • Storage Barns • Gazebos and Log Cabins Huge selection of Poly Furniture NE of Berlin at the bottom of the hill between Berlin & Bunker Hill
330-893-3149
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• Bread • Rolls • Pies • Cakes Cookies Stop by For the Weekly Pie Special! M-F 6-6; Sat. 6-5; Closed Sunday
668 W. Main St., Apple Creek • 330-698-4182
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“Amish people are permitted to vote, but typically fewer than 10 percent head to the polls. Those who do vote are more likely to cast ballots in local elections than presidential ones. As conscientious objectors to war, some consider it hypocritical to vote for the commander-inchief. Holding public office is taboo because it may entangle them in litigation, which the church forbids.” - www.huffingtonpost.com
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The Amish do not arrange marriages. They date before marriage and in most cases, it is in private (but many in the community often know when two Amish youths are courting). Once they have prayed about it and are sure they have found who they will marry, they make an announcement in the church shortly before they wed.
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Typically, the Amish ask that they not be photographed. You will most likely never see pictures of Amish families hanging on the walls of an Amish home or see them carrying around pictures of their family as they feel it is prideful. Some Amish people in tourist areas will hang signs or ask that you not take photos on their property. However, most Amish realize that tourists are curious and are OK with non-posed photography, photos of their farms and their horse and buggies. Amish adults may also allow photos of their children because they have not yet been baptized in the church. Attitudes on photography among the Amish vary from community to community. It is important to be courteous when touring Amish country. No one likes a camera shoved in their face.
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January 5
A Day to Remember and Beyond Bridal Show
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Old Christmas/Epiphany
When: 10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Where: Buckeye Event Center, 624 Henry St., Dalton More than a bridal show or wedding fair with many activities and sessions for the perfect wedding. Additional charge for optional lunch. For more information, call 330-466-3884 or visit www.adaytorememberandbeyond. com
When: Monday January 6th Where: Amish Community Old Christmas, Amish-owned shops and businesses reliant on Amish employees will be closed in observance of Old Christmas.
8, 15, Mt. Hope Weekly Livestock Auction When: 11:30 a.m. 22 & Where: Mt. Hope Auction Barn; 8076 SR 241, Mt. Hope Amish and non-Amish bring their animals to market every Wednesday 19 year round. Observers will see very old-fashioned carts and wagons and horses and buggies coming and going from the market. During fair weather flea market vendors sell their wares on the outside. A large building also provides shelter for flea market vendors and shoppers. Flea market opens at 7 a.m., Hay Auction and Produce Auction begins at 10 a.m., Livestock Sale begins at 11:30 a.m. and the Poultry Sale begins at 1 p.m. During the summer, small animals such as ducks, chickens, geese, turkeys, rabbits, etc. are sold. For more information call 330-674-6188 or visit www.mthopeauction.com.
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When: 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Where: The Wilderness Center, 9877 Alabama Ave., Wilmont Squirrel Appreciation Day is officially on January 21 – we’ll prep you to celebrate at home. Learn about Ohio’s squirrels, watch squirrels at our feeders, and make a simple squirrel feeder to take home. $7/members; $10/nonmember includes materials. Registration required by January 7th. For more information, call 330-359-5235 or visit www.wildernesscenter. org
When: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Where: Shisler Conference Center, OARDC, 1680 Madison Ave., Wooster Get acquainted with all sorts of wedding resources under one roof. For more information, call 330-263-5501 or visit www.shislercenter.com
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Northeast Ohio Sportsman Show
When: Friday 9a.m. to 8p.m. and Saturday 9a.m. to 6 p.m. Where: Buckeye Event Center, 634 Henry Street, Dalton The 2014 NEOSS will feature thousands of show patrons, hundreds of Sporting Goods vendors and numerous seminars taught by nationally known Hunting and Fishing Experts all in one spectacular venue! Sound like something you will not want to miss?Admission: $10.00 per person with children under 12 free. Promoter: Jody Witzky Phone: 740.397.7788 Email: jodywitzky@earthlink.net Visit the website for more informtaion: www.ohiosportsmanshow.com
What’s Up? Planetarium Show
When: Wednesday January 18 and Saturday January 18, 2 p.m. Where: The Wilderness Center, 9877 Alabama Ave., Wilmont Take a half-hour tour of major constellations, planets the Moon, and other things you can see in the evening sky for the month. Optional, stay after the program to make your own star chart to use year-round. All ages. Free. Visit www.wildernesscenter.org or call 1-877-359-5235
Laughs and Gasps Spectacular!
When: 7 p.m. Where: Amish Country Theater, 3149 SR 39, Walnut Creek Two exciting shows in one: Mark Anger, comedy in High Definition and Drew Murray, magician. Call 888-988-SHOW for ticket info or visit www. AmishCountryTheater.com for more information.
18- Classic in the Country- Girls Basketball Tournament 20 When: Jan. 18 – 20, 2014 Where: Hiland High School Description: First and foremost this is a weekend of remembrance. The CITC is a way to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coach Perry Reese Jr. as we remember the impact they had on our communities, our country, and our world. This year’s Classic in the Country will showcase 31 Teams....20 Games....in 3 Days! The best of the best in Ohio, along with a team from Colorado, who will be representing outstanding athletes and premier programs. The Classic is a one-of-a-kind event. If you love the action of high school girls basketball then this is the event for you.
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day
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Pajama Party Sale in Berlin
When: All day Federal holiday in observance of Martin Luther King Junior’s birthday.
When: 6 – 9 a.m. Where: Country Craft Cupboard, 4813 East Main Street, Berlin Bundle up in your pajamas and hit the streets for some great discounts and fun memories! Must wear pajamas, robe or nightie to get in the door and receive special discounts, up to 40% off! Visit www. countrycraftcupboard.com for more information. AMISH HEARTLAND
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7 Behalt/ Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center
32 Helping Hands Quilt Shop & Museum
106 West Main St., Sugarcreek (40.562007º -81.807211º)
5798 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5671534º -81.7815958º)
4826 E. Main St., Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5615638º -81.7961283º)
4 Amish Heartland Tours
31 Guggisberg Cheese
60 Yoder’s Amish Home
5568 TR 381., Millersburg (Berlin) (40.503017º -81.641373º)
5060 SR 557, Millersburg (Charm) (40.5246103º -81.8043815º)
6050 Ohio 515, Millersburg (40.5753226º -81.7126356º)
6 Beachy’s Country Chalet
17 Broad Run Cheese House
50 Shisler’s Cheese House
6011 Old 39 NW, Dover (40.510957º -81.573298º)
55 Kidron Rd., Orrville (40.796565º -81.746371º)
Restaurant 115 Andreas Drive NE., Sugarcreek (40.499299º -81.635022º)
35 Kauffman’s Country Bakery
15Boyd & Wurthmann 4819 E. Main St., Berlin (40.561531º -81.7957431º)
16 Brick Towne Tavern 980 W. Main St., Sugarcreek (40.499299º -81.635022º)
6013 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5738493º -81.781379º)
39 Miller’s Bakery 4280 TR 356, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5308237º -81.8118837º)
52 Sugarcreek Discount Grocery 124 E. Main St., Sugarcreek (40.502667º -81.640291º)
56 Troyer’s Home Pantry 668 W. Main St., Apple Creek (40.7554854º -81.8442625º)
40 Mrs. Yoder’s Kitchen 8101 SR 241, Fredericksburg (40.6241479º -81.7915683º)
9 Berlin Grande Hotel
12 Berlin Village Inn
4787 TR 336, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5594623º -81.8910436º)
5135 SR 39, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5597161º -81.80692º)
10 Berlin Hotel and Suites
14 Blessings Lodge
5330 CR 201, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.556183º -81.820933º)
5174 TR 359, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5644642º -81.8078983º)
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5631 TR 351, Millersburg (40.5646509º -81.8497804º)
25 Donna’s Premiere Lodging 5523 East Strees, Berlin (40.560806º -81.795587º)
49 Scenic Hills RV Park 4483 TR 367 NE, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5513798º -81.7821696º)
3 Amish Country Peddler
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44 Packship USA
3239 SR 39, Walnut Creek (40.5451448ยบ -81.7386129ยบ)
112 East Main St., Sugarcreek (40.502816ยบ -81.640546ยบ)
1347 N. Main St., Orrville (40.856341ยบ -81.764703ยบ)
5 Audreyโ s Attic
29 Green Acres Furniture
45 Parsley Pot
147 N. Main St., Orrville (40.841048ยบ -81.764447ยบ)
7412 Massillon Rd., Navarre (40.561738ยบ -81.799496ยบ)
697 CR 1302, Ashland (40.8768762ยบ -82.2596821ยบ)
8 Berlin Furniture
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46 Raberโ s Bike Shop
5044 CR 120, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.556679ยบ -81.832382ยบ)
3649 Cleveland Rd., Wooster (40.8453279ยบ -81.9284401ยบ)
6515 SR 241, Millersburg (40.591644ยบ -81.876253ยบ)
11 Berlin Leather & Pets
33 Homestead Furniture
51 Solโ s Exchange
4774 US Route 62, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5613792ยบ -81.7939588ยบ)
8233 SR 241, Mt. Hope (40.6268459ยบ -81.784219ยบ)
4914 W. Main St., Berlin (40.5617104ยบ -81.7991439ยบ)
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3147 SR 39, Walnut Creek (40.544962ยบ -81.737848ยบ)
8239 TR 562, Holmesville (40.659197ยบ -81.918054ยบ)
19 Charm Harness & Boot
36 Kauffman Lawn Furniture
4432 CR 70, Charm (40.506574ยบ -81.784203ยบ)
4540 US 62, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5690155ยบ -81.7849802ยบ)
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37 Kikoโ s Greenhous
Steins 119 East Main St., Sugarcreek (40.502761ยบ -81.640391ยบ)
54 Country Craft Cupboard 4813 E. Main St. Berlin (40.561544ยบ -81.795491ยบ)
2701 SR 557, Baltic (40.841048ยบ -81.764447ยบ)
4900 Oak Street, Berlin (40.7071309ยบ -81.679855ยบ)
55 Troyerโ s Furniture 985 W. Main St., Sugarcreek (40.5110001ยบ -81.6529587ยบ)
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4872 McKinley Place Dr., Walnut Creek (40.5404832ยบ -81.7202957ยบ)
225 N. Main St., Navarre (40.7225129ยบ -81.5224304ยบ)
4422 SR 557, Millersburg (40.505882ยบ -81.78427ยบ)
43 Olivesburg General Store 27 Gospel Book Store
2131 SR 39, Sugarcreek (40.5172712ยบ -81.6999655ยบ)
15579 Lincoln Way West, Dalton (40.798646ยบ -81.646774ยบ)
42 Ole Mill Furniture 23 Country View Wicker
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58 Walnut Creek Furniture 3473 Ohio 39, Walnut Creek (40.5463267ยบ -81.7477899ยบ)
59 World Crafts 13100 Emerson Rd., Kidron (40.7412134ยบ -81.7450194ยบ)
61 Yoderโ s Oak and Cherry
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7 Behalt/ Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center 5798 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5671534º -81.7815958º)
15 Boyd & Wurthmann 4819 E. Main St., Berlin (40.561531º -81.7957431º)
32 Helping Hands Quilt Shop & Museum 4826 E. Main St., Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5615638º -81.7961283º)
35 Kauffman’s Country Bakery 6013 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5738493º -81.781379º)
9 Berlin Grande Hotel
12 Berlin Village Inn
4787 TR 336, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5594623º -81.8910436º)
5135 SR 39, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5597161º -81.80692º)
10 Berlin Hotel and Suites
14 Blessings Lodge
5330 CR 201, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.556183º -81.820933º)
5174 TR 359, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5644642º -81.8078983º)
39 Miller’s Bakery 4280 TR 356, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5308237º -81.8118837º)
25 Donna’s Premiere Lodging 5523 East Street, Berlin (40.560806º -81.795587º)
49 Scenic Hills RV Park 4642 TR 367, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5513798º -81.7821696º)
24 Cricket Hill Cabins 5631 TR 351, Millersburg (40.5646509º -81.8497804º)
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27 Gospel Book Store
4727 US Route 62, Berlin (40.563107º -81.791832º)
4900 Oak Street, Berlin (40.7071309º -81.679855º)
8 Berlin Furniture 5044 CR 120, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.556679º -81.832382º)
11 Berlin Leather & Pets 4774 US Route 62, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5613792º -81.7939588º)
36 Kauffman Lawn Furniture 4540 US 62, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5690155º -81.7849802º)
52 Sol’s Exchange 4914 W. Main St., Berlin (40.5617104º -81.7991439º)
54 Country Craft Cupboard 4813 E. Main St. Berlin (40.561544º -81.795491º) AMISH HEARTLAND
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ENTERTAINING IN YOUR HOME Entertainment. The word has many meanings, but when nestled inside your home “entertainment” takes on a world of its own. Creating a space where the family can come together doesn’t have to seem like an impossible task. In truth, it can be quite simple. Every room in the house starts the same way – with an idea. So naturally, the first step in the process of designing your entertainment saga is to decide what you want out of it. Whether you’re looking for a theatre replica or a few small antique pieces to coordinate together, the Furniture Heartland can provide. Go all out with a wall unit, a sleek and elegant consle unit, cabinet system, wall shelving or free-floating wall shelving arrangement. Wall units take center stage for an organized look in a contemporary or classic style. For a beautifully designed piece of furniture consider a console; it saves space and you get to decorate or adorn it with colorful decorative accessories. A stylish console blends in with other room furnishings. Tall media cabinets and free-floating wall shelves are flexible, movable and stylish. You arrange how you want them to look. Use for storage, accent with decorative items such as boxes, baskets and vases. There are wood-tone finishes that compliment your decorating style. Television or movie night just goes up a few notches with an entertainment system that looks and sounds great – best of all, it is a convenient way to have fun at home. As research says, home theaters have quickly become a must-have for practically every family. From the simple family room setup to a much more elaborate stadium-seating wonder, they’re all working 26
toward the same thing. Comfort. Creating a comfortable and inviting environment will help bring all members of the family together. When it comes to the technical decisions of creating the room, there are a few things to consider: 1. Location 2. Color 3. Lighting 4. Seating If you have a room already designated for your entertainment devices, these technicalities may still apply. Adjustments, no matter how small, can make a big difference. For the larger “theatre-style” entertainment rooms your location is going to depend mainly on how much natural light the room has. A basement/den or attic/loft is ideal for entertainment rooms because natural light is limited and they provide more of a “nestled-in” feel. You should give wall and floor treatments some consideration as well. Deeper and darker colors are ideal for entertainment rooms. Stick with colors such as brown, deep red or charcoal gray. Dimmers also give a great touch and are fairly simple to install. This will allow you to set your own tone for the room, whether you’re snuggling up by yourself or entertaining a large group. Seating is very important. Take your time and select a few pieces that will be comfortable for watching movies, etc as well as a table and chairs that can be used for games, etc. There are several interior design tips online that can further help you create the ideal space you want.
Recipes SOUR CREAM BEEF AND NOODLE BAKE Ingredients: *1 8-oz. Package of egg noodles *1 lb. Hamburger *½ cup onion, chopped *1 8-oz. Can tomato sauce *1 tsp. Salt *1/8 tsp. Pepper *½ tsp. Garlic salt *1 cup cottage cheese *1 cup sour cream *1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
Directions: 1. Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. Brown meat and onion and pour off fat. Add to the pan: the tomato sauce, salt, pepper, and garlic salt. Heat through. 2. In a large bowl, combine noodles, cottage cheese, and sour cream. Put half of this mixture in the bottom of a 1 ½ quart casserole dish. Add half the meat mixture. Repeat layers. Top with Cheddar cheese. 3. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes.
CARROT CAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING Ingredients: *2 cups flour *2 cups brown sugar *1 tsp. Salt *2 tsp. Cinnamon *2 tsp. Baking soda *4 eggs *1 ½ cups oil *2 cups grated carrots *½ cup butter, softened *1 large package cream cheese, softened *1 box powered sugar *3 tsp. Vanilla *2 cups chopped walnuts 28
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Directions: Cake Mix together the flour, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, and baking soda. Add eggs and oil and blend thoroughly. Add grated carrots and mix well. Pour batter into a greased 9 X 13- inch baking dish and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Allow cake to cool before frosting. Frosting Meanwhile, prepare frosting. Cream together the butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Frost the cooled carrot cake and scatter the walnuts over the top.
HOMEMADE ITALIAN BREAD Ingredients: *4 ½ to 5 ½ cup flour *2 Tbsp. Sugar *1 Tbsp. Salt *2 pkg. Dry yeast *1 Tbsp. Margarine, softened *1 ¾ cup warm water (120°- 130°) *Corn meal *Vegetable oil *1 egg white *1 Tbsp. Cold water
Directions: 1. In a large mixer bowl, combine 1 ½ cup flour, sugar, salt and dry yeast. At medium speed, mix in margarine and warm water; beat 2 minutes, occasionally scraping the sides of the bowl. Add ¾ cup more flour and beat on high speed for 2 minutes, occasionally scraping the sides of the bowl. Remove bowl from mixer and, by hand, stir in additional flour, making a stiff dough. On a well-floured board, knead until smooth and elastic, adding flour as needed, about 10 -12 minutes. Cover dough with plastic wrap and a towel; let rest 20 minutes. 2. Divide the dough into two parts and roll each into a 10” x 15” rectangle. Starting at the long side, roll up dough tightly; seal the bottom seam and ends by pinching dough. Place both loaves on a greased baking sheet that has been lightly sprinkled with corn meal. Brush loaves with oil, cover loosely with plastic wrap and put in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, but not more than 24. 3. Remove from refrigerator and carefully remove the plastic wrap. Let stand at room temperature for 10 minutes. With a very sharp knife, make several diagonal slits on the top of each loaf (be careful to just barely slit the dough, or it may fall). Bake at 400° for 20 minutes. Take from the oven, brush with a mixture of the egg white and cold water, return to oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until a golden brown. *This recipe lets you get the mess out of the way before dinner and still have freshly baked Italian bread for your and your guests! AMISH HEARTLAND
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Homestead Furniture in Mt. Hope, Ohio is challenging its consumers to rethink the phrase “custom made.” You can customize your cable package with all your favorite channels just like you can customize a pizza with all your favorite toppings. “The word custom has been watered down throughout the years,” said Reese, sales manager at Homestead Furniture. It almost seems belittling to the craftsmanship to use a word like customized to describe your furniture and your favorite food. Bespoke is an old British-English word meaning something that is tailor made specifically for a certain individual. Historically, the term was applied only to the tailoring of men’s clothing. The term, bespoke gives an authentic and unique meaning to a piece of furniture made from scratch. 30
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The importance of generation is something that Hershberger knows best. “Ernie’s family has almost 100 years of cabinet making history ( since 1918). Now we can do everything,” said Reese. In 1990, Hershberger developed Homestead Furniture as a means to get quality hardwood furniture to the tourists traveling through the area. In 1999, the business expanded to 25,000 sq. ft. which included a shop, warehouse and showroom and by 2001 Homestead had moved into its new facility. “[Today] we have 27,000 sq. ft. and three stories [of furniture],” said Hershberger. “There is an interior decorator on staff and we can do anything from residential spaces to offices and board rooms. We’ve done up to 300 hotel rooms all the way down to one custom piece. We meet the needs of whoever walks through that door.” Staff members are available to make your dream furniture pieces come to life. “Our designers are ready to hear about your dream piece,” said Reese. “People come in and say ‘I have this vision’ or ‘I have this dream.’ They may even bring in three different furniture pieces and ask for one unique piece.”
Above: Table made of Cocobola Rosewood (typically used to make instruments) from Costa Rica. This table also features a live edge design.
After hearing what the customer wants, the design staff can put together a 3-dimensional drawing in 10-20 minutes which can later be transformed into that bespoken piece. That piece is made just across the street in Homestead’s on-site shop facility. Customers can request a tour of the manufacturing facility and experience the craftsmanship firsthand.
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A popular style of furniture Homestead will be pushing forward with is the “Instant Antique” look – a distressed or reclaimed look. “We have a staff that can make any piece look distressed,” said Hershberger. “You control the look, the style and the size.” Hershberger said that once a customer sees the completed piece, they claim it is a real antique. Earth tones and muted colors are the in colors this year. Homestead Furniture is also integrating a “live edge” into their furniture creations. This means, instead of the straight edge that gives your table that even rectangular or circular look, the wood is left with its natural bends and curves. The original tree bark may also be left on or smoothed off.
The wood used at Homestead is both locally purchased when available and imported. “The store does a lot of interesting and unique things,” said Reese. Slabs of hardwood in everything from local varieties to the most unique imports are available for the customer to look over as they decide exactly what they want for their dream table or bedroom set. Stop in to Homestead Furniture today to help create the home of your dreams. “We have a passionate staff,” said Reese. “We have a lot of fun here and the customers sense that.” Homestead Furniture is also working on a landscaping project in between the two facilities. A 4-acre arboretum will be revealed with what is predicted to be the largest man-made waterfall in the North East. “Once it is open and running there will be pathways lined with flowers, trees and places to sit. It will be an oasis in the middle of nowhere,” said Hershberger. Homestead Furniture is located at 8233 SR 241 in Mt. Hope. Business hours are Monday-Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information call 1-866-674-4902 or visit www. homesteadfurnitureonline.com. AMISH HEARTLAND
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Rules for entry: Each edition of Amish Heartland will have a piece of a quilt like this one to the right. Collect all 12 issues of Amish Heartland and paste the patches together in the template above to make a complete quilt. Mail your completed quilt to: Amish Heartland Puzzle, 212 E. Liberty St., Wooster, OH 44691; Entries must be postmarked by January 31, 2015. One randomly selected winner with all 12 pieces correctly patched together will receive a quilted wall hanging from a local Amish quilter (pictures to come in a future edition.) 42
Mailbag When we ask people what their favorite part of the Amish Heartland is, we get comments on our magazine and the places we write about. Here is what some of them have to say this month: the buggy’s on the roads, the views “ Seeing of the countryside, the craft shops and the food. ” recipes and the Amish stories make “ The me feel very connected to the culture and
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It’s impossible to choose a “ Everything! favorite! ” articles on places to visit. If they “ Reading are places we have not been to, we go, or make a note to go there next time we visit the area. ” the local places to eat at, shop, or tour. “ All Upcoming events in the area and the yummy recipes. ” It is a real nice little book. I “ Everything. like the recipes. My son and I also do craft shows with our handmade items. We have some at Berlin so we are there quite often. ” -TERRY PRATT, FAIRMONT, WV
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recipes, finding the buggy wheel and “ The reading the stories of local businesses. ”
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WINTER PHOTO CONTEST Amish Heartland is having a winter 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 Winter Photo Contest is MARCH 1, 2014. The top three winners will be announced in the April 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 or via e-mail to AMISH HEARTLAND 43 cnoyes@the-daily-record.com.
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Mythbusters The Amish Edition
Find the Buggy Wheel Rules 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 January 31, 2014. 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 11.
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