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The Gospel Shop A simple store filled with simple things
Kiko’s Greenhouse Getting his hands dirty in his work
The Confession Returns
"The Winnowing Season" Amish Vines and Orchards, Book 2
Book Review
reviewed by Amanda Nixon • AMISH HEARTLAND CONTRIBUTOR
In this sequel to “A Season for Tending,” Cindy Woodsmall has outdone herself again! She continues the story of Rhoda Byler and the King brothers, Samuel and Jacob, as they move east and start a new Old Order Amish Community in Maine. They partner and purchase an old abandoned apple orchard in hopes to use Rhoda’s horticultural skills and Samuel’s business mind to create a successful orchard. As they prepare for this new journey, they face many challenges. Rhoda must face her Amish Community leaders one more time to explain her gift from God. Will the leaders allow her to leave out of respect or fear? This final meeting will determine it. Rhoda continues to deal with her “intuition” as she continues to have “feelings” about those around her. She hopes that a new community will free her from the visions she is having and create a much needed fresh start. Samuel’s sister, Leah, has decided to go along with the group and finds companionship in the most unlikely places. Leah continues her journey of deciding if she will remain Amish or cross over into a whole new world of Englishers. Samuel’s recent discovery of his feelings for Rhoda presents a problem as his brother, Jacob, continues to court Rhoda. However, Jacob’s past from his
rumschringe has finally caught up with him. His past may affect his future with Rhoda, but he must decide how much of his dark past he should share with her. Meanwhile Rhoda and Samuel struggle to maintain a business partnership as Samuel struggles to conceal his feelings for her. Will Orchard Bend survive the Byler/ King love triangle? Can they still keep their Amish roots as they struggle to survive on their own or will the temptations of the English be too much for this partnership? It was a pleasure to read the next chapter in this ongoing saga. Woodsmall does an excellent job of introducing new characters and building depth to current ones. I en njjo oye yed d th tthis his is b oo o ok and an nd am ccounting ou unt ntin in ng enjoyed book thee da th days days y ffor or tthe he rrel he lea easee of of book book bo ok three three hree hr e release in n tthis hiis se h sseries, riies es,, which wh hic ich h is i scheduled sch ched edul ed uled ul led d t p to ubli ub lish li sh h at at the the end end of this thi hs publish su umm mmer er.. er summer.
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32 PHOTO TAKEN AT THE GOSPEL SHOP BY CATIE NOYES
FEATURES Kiko’s Greenhouse: Getting his hands dirty in his work............................................................. 06 Bulk Food: Neighborhood Pantry .................... 12 ‘The Confession’ returns to the Carlisle Inn, Sugarcreek ......................................................... 14 Furniture Heartland ........................................... 28 The Gospel Shop: A simple store with simple things.................................................................. 32 Spring Photo Contest Winners ....................... 36 *COVER PHOTO TAKEN BY CATIE NOYES
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TRAVEL INFORMATION Visitors’ Guide....................................................05 Calendar of Events............................................ 17 Amish Heartland Map ......................................20 Just Visiting: Amish Heartland’s Inns ............40
IN EVERY ISSUE
Book Review............................................................. 00 Editorial ...................................................................... 02 Recipes ................................................................30 Buggy Wheel......................................................44
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+!'%4e !+4 -(+! , This month I was given the opportunity to see the most widely talked about musical, “The Confession.” Although I had not read the books, I knew the general story line of the Beverly Lewis series and I was very intrigued to see how they could turn such a serious drama into a heart-wrenching and humorous musical. I took my mother to spend an evening in luxury at the Carlisle Inn. We were definitely not disappointed by the evening performance. The actors did a wonderful job and the seating all around the stage made it easy to get lost in the drama unfolding before us. It was opening night and I shared in a conversation with a group of ladies who had traveled from a city on the west side of Ohio. They were thrilled to be spending the day in Amish country. Other people traveled from neighboring states of Indiana and Kentucky, while some even traveled from as far away as Maine and Oregon, but the winner of the farthest distance traveled went to a couple from New Zealand hoping to move to the area in the near future. Some celebrated a ladies night out, while others celebrated birthdays and anniversaries. It was a full house in the auditorium that night. Read more about “The Confession” on page 14. As a writer, I find the most enjoyable part of my job is talking with people and learning their stories. I love to be able to capture their emotions and retell their stories for others to read. In this issue I have shared with you the stories of hardworking individuals who have learned the ins and outs of the business world. Kiko’s Greenhouse developed out of one man’s tinkering with plants. After spending his time in the military as a mechanic, he decided to spend his time getting his hands dirty in a different kind of dirt. Kiko discovered a green thumb he had greased over all these years. Also in this issue, Freeman and Rhoda Mullet have spent their life selling simple, inspirational items out of their little shop. During a tough economy, the Mullet’s have discovered that a little faith is all you need in these times of hardship. They have managed to be an uplifting spirit to those around them. Neighborhood Pantry had undergone some hardships of their own, as they struggled to get their Bulk Food store up and running. Since opening their doors last year, they have received a tremendous amount of feedback from the locals who are appreciative of the everyday conveniences the store provides. As you read through this issue, you can start to piece together a theme of dedication and hard work. Stop in and show your support for these businesses as you make your travels through Amish country. They will be glad you came.
Catie Noyes Spectrum Publications Editor
For more information about advertising in Amish Heartland, contact Amanda Nixon, 330-287-1668. PHOTO TAKEN AT KIKO’S GREENHOUSE CATIE NOYES
ANTIQUES & ART
Walnut Creek Antique Mall .......8
DINING & FOOD
Alpine Hills Museum .................27 Amish Heartland Tours ... Back Cover Behalt/Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center ..........................05 Guggisberg Cheese Factory.......09 Helping Hands Quilt Shop and Museum ................................09 Rolling Ridge Ranch..................35
Beachy’s Country Chalet Restaurant ...................................27 Boyd & Wurthmann ...................11 Brick Towne Tavern....................26 Broad Run Cheese House .........27 Kauffman’s Country Bakery .....08 Miller’s Bakery ...........................05 Mrs. Yoder’s Kitchen ..................35 Shisler’s Cheese House ..............05 Sugarcreek Discount Grocery...27 Troyer’s Home Pantry ................10
BULK FOOD STORES
FURNITURE & WOODWORKING
ATTRACTIONS
Bulk Food Country Store ..........13 Country Salvage Ltd...................13 East Union Bulk Food ...............13 Neighborhood Pantry.................13 Shady View Pantry .....................13
CRAFTS & COLLECTIBLES
Audrey’s Attic.............................10 Collectors Decantors & Steins..26 Parsley Pot ...................................05 Sol’s Exchange ............................11 World Crafts................................42
Green Acres Furniture...............29 Homestead Furniture .................29 Jake’s Handcrafted Oak ............08 Troyer Furniture .........................29 Walnut Creek Furniture ............29 Yoder’s Oak & Cherry ...............35
LAWN FURNITURE, STORAGE & GAZEBOS
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 ..................05
SHIPPING/PACKAGING
PackShip USA ............................05
SHOPS & SUCH
Berlin Leather and Pets .............42 Bfearless.......................................45 Charm Harness & Boot .............09 Gospel Book Store .....................00 The Gospel Shop ........................27 Kiko’s Greenhous .......................09 Main Street Bears .......................11 Olivesburg General Store..........10 Swiss Country Lawn & Crafts.............................19
Country View Wicker .................11 Kauffman Lawn Furniture ........10
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Through Aug. 17 at the Carlisle Inn, Sugarcreek The Confession is a captivating story of a young Amish woman who is caught in the middle of secrets and scandal, love lost and love found, and personal heartache and healing. Based upon the novels written by Beverly Lewis, who USA Today hails as the “Queen of the Genre� when it comes to Amish love stories, the story comes from the trilogy of The Shunning, The Confession, and The Reckoning. For more information call 855-344-7547 or visit www. dhgroup.com. See page 14 for a full play review.
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Scenic Hills
Visitors' Guide
Located near shops and dining RV PARK in the Amish Heartland Enjoy peace & quiet of the country lifestyle 4483 TR 367 Millersburg, Ohio 44654
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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
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~ WAYNE COUNTY ~ ORRVILLE: PackShip USA — We pack ... we ship ... anything, anywhere; furniture, antiques, fine art — no item too small or too large; Instapak foam to protect high value items; you shop ... we’ll ship; (330) 682-PACK (7225). www.packshipusa.com 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
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Kiko’sGreenhouse STORY & PHOTOS BY CATIE NOYES • EDITOR
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Located just east of Dalton, Kiko’s Greenhouse is a stop you don’t want to miss out on when shopping for your garden and landscaping needs. Rows of garden sculptures in every animal and figurine you can think of line the front of the store, while the inside holds a massive variety of the most fragrant and colorful flowers. Mr. Kiko himself never imagined he would be so deep in dirt; so to speak. James Kiko started his greenhouse business back in the late 1970s. “I played around with plants as a hobby,” said Kiko. He began by selling plants from his mobile home just down the road from the current location. Kiko didn’t plan on developing a green thumb, it just kind of happened upon him. “I went to school to be a mechanic,” said Kiko. After serving his time in the military as a mechanic he came home and decided to dive into a new career path.
“I decided to get my hands dirty with a different kind of dirt,” joked Kiko. It became a product of trial and error and educating himself from others in the business. He found his flowers were selling well with the local community and decided to expand. After moving to a few different locations, Kiko settled on the current property in 1986. He began to fill his greenhouses with the most vibrant and fragrant flowers he could find and delicious vegetables. “We raise 95
when he was asked if he supplied chick jars (little clay pots with holes in them to plant different plants in.)
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percent of the flowers and vegetable items we sell.” Walking through the greenhouse, you become overwhelmed by the variety of bold and vibrant colors and sweet smells. Purple Petunias and bright pink Begonias and much more fill the rows of the Greenhouse. Kiko soon began to explore other avenues of the greenhouse business
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During his search, he started to come across different sculptures that could be placed in the yard and garden. “It kind of grew out of a mistake,” joked Kiko. Along with their large selection of flowers, Kiko’s carries one of the largest selections in the area of garden and lawn sculptures, Kiko said. Some of their most popular sculptures include angels and gargoyles. These two items are especially popular for those looking for funeral settings. Benches and fountains and just about every animal you can think of covers the grounds in front of the greenhouse as well as the side yards. From small to large, if Kiko’s doesn’t have exactly what you’re looking for, he can find it and order it for you. AMISH HEARTLAND
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Kiko is always excited to see returning customers and their families. “We are seeing three to four generations of customers,” said Kiko. He enjoys seeing the friendly faces of customers past and providing products to their children and grandchildren. Retirement has proven to be a busy one for Kiko and he shows no signs of slowing down. “I’ve been trying to downsize but there are just so many new items that are coming out.” Kiko just finds himself purchasing more. “Since I have retired, business has picked up,” said Kiko. When people ask about retired life Kiko responds with “I guess it’s just been in my blood for so long. If you like what you do, you just keep doing it.”
While Kiko does not see any future plans of expansion to the business, he is considering passing his business along to his son. While most would love the opportunity to pass on the family business and settle into retirement, Kiko just can’t seem to let go just yet. “If you want to see a good selection of lawn ornaments all in one place, come to Kiko’s,” said Kiko. His large selection is likely to have just what you need. Kiko’s Greenhouse is located at 15579 Lincoln Way West in Dalton. Kiko’s is open from 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Mon.-Fri.; 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. and 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun. For more information call 330-832-8698.
Walnut Creek Antique Mall -11,000-square feet of Antique dealers(Next to Walnut Creek Water Tower)
Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 9-5 • Fri. 9-6 • Sat. 9-5 4872 McKinley Place Drive, Walnut Creek (330) 893-4010
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One of the Largest Bakeries in Amish Country Baked Goods Made Fresh Daily
QUALITY BAKING SINCE 1992! Bakery • Café • Bulk Ice Cream Parlor
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Sol’s in Berlin
www.solsinberlin.com
Ohio’s Largest Arts & Crafts Mall An Amish Country ‘Must See’ Since ‘93
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June-October Open 9am-7pm Daily
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al mak also kes the h m a prim i e stop for tourr b ses. “We make a convenient stop bu f r those heading to and from Holmes fo c unty.” co Along with everyday conveniences,, N ighborhood Pantry carries candies Ne a d snack food items as well as pies an a d canned goods. A full service deli an m kes it easy for someone to grab a ma f esh made sandwich for lunch. As the fr c mping season begins, plan to stock ca u on all your camping snacks and up d inks. dr Neighborhood Pantry has also t ken a unique avenue in grinding ta a d selling their own peanut butter an r ght in the store. Almond butter ri a d chocolate peanut butter can be an p rchased. Neighborhood Pantry pu a so carries a line of cleaning supplies al i cluding laundry soaps and toilet in c eaners. cl Both Larinda and Delmar agree that m eting new people is their favorite me p rt of the business. “We have really pa e joyed being able to reach out and en b there for the locals in the area,” be s id Larinda. sa Stop in to Neighborhood Pantry l cated at 7212 Ashland Road, lo W oster. Hours of operation are 8:30 Wo a m.-5:30 p.m., Mon.-Fri. and 8:30 a. a m.-3 p.m., Sat. a.
Country Salvage Ltd. NAME BRAND DISCOUNT GROCERIES
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The Neighborhood Pantry Address: 7212 Ashland Road, Wooster, OH 44691 Just west of Wooster towards Ashland. Hours: Mon. - Fri., 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; Sat., 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Closed Sunday; Phone: (330) 264-7010 Accepts cash, checks, debit/credit cards
Open October 2012, Neighborhood Pantry is a great source for your grocery needs. Located just outside Wooster, it is a convenient stop for bulk supplies or your usual milk and bread. Selection of specialty products include: a deli with fresh made sandwiches, Nature’s Blessed frozen food line, Caanan meats, FRESH GROUND PEANUT BUTTER in three flavors; original peanut butter, chocolate peanut butter and almond butter. Neighborhood welcomes travelers and locals alike. Guarenteed to become a regular grocery stop.
Country Salvage Ltd. Discount Grocery Store
Address: 9420 Kidron Road, Applecreek, OH 44606 2 miles south of US 250 Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sat. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Closed Sunday Cash and Good checks only.
Country Salvage had been serving customers for seven years. Enjoy HUGE savings on hundreds of everyday staple items like cereal, canned fruits, vegetables, soups, candy, snacks, juices, pet supplies, cleaning supplies and much more! Inventory changes daily, so be sure to stop in for the latest in name brands and savings.
Bulk Food Country Store
Shady View Pantry
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
Address: 3556 Zuercher Road, Dalton, OH 44618 Just north of Kidron Hours: Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; Sat., 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Closed Sunday; Phone: (330) 857-8159 Accepts Cash, checks and credit cards
Bulk Food Country Store is a traditional Amish store that has been serving customers for 35 years. Products include: Nature’s Pearl Muscadine Grape Seed and juice, gluten-free mixes & flours, 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!
Shady View is a family run business. They have been in business for 7 years and recently open their new location on Labor day last year. Many things stick out regarding this store that makes it a must see on your travels. Specialities include Gluten-Free and organic lines, a large deli for your meat and sandwich needs, local grown produce, frozen vegetables, fruits and locally made baked goods. Orders can be made by phone. Check out this store and you’re sure to enjoy their great service and excellent prices.
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East Union Bulk Food Address: 9089 E. Lincoln Way, Orrville, OH 44667, 7 miles east of Wooster midway between Applecreek Road and Carr Road on East Lincolnway (old Rt. 30) Hours: Mon.- Fri., 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Weds., 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sat., 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Closed Sunday; Phone: voicemail only (330) 682-2100 Only cash and checks accepted.
East Union Bulk Food has been in the Schlabach family since 1983 making 2013 our 30th year of business. We added a deli in 2002 which has been very popular and compliments our bulk food line, spices, and jar goods. With continued growth in the business, we built a new expanded store in 2011 to accommodate our customers with better satisfaction, more products, and better service. Service has always been top priority at East Union.
“The Confession” Returns
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Spend the day and night at the Carlisle Inn STORY BY CATIE NOYES • EDITOR
The hea heartwrenching yet humorous musical, ‘The Confession,’ has returned for another year to the Carlisle Inn in Sugarcreek. Based on Beverly Lewis’ Heritage of Lancaster County Trilogy, the musical combines the three books (“The Shunning,” “The Confession,” and “The Reckoning”) into one unique musical.
The Play To an outsider, Hickory Hollow appears to be just another peaceful little Amish Community. “There’s something ‘bout a life that’s plain” and there seems to be some secrets amongst a few of the plain people in the community. The musical opens with Katie Lapp (played by Kristina Kennedy) and Daniel Fisher (played by Bobby Hall) sharing a romantic exchange 14
over a song they wrote together. Singing and playing music other than the approved hymn’s is frowned upon in the community and the first secret of Hickory Hollow is presented to us. Secrets continue to unfold as Katie finds herself in the attic of her parents house. While digging through some old things from her childhood she discovers a beautiful, satin baby gown with the name Katherine Mayfield embroidered into it. Samuel (played by Kyle Whitney) and Rebecca Lapp (played by Kate Salsbury) are forced to tell their daughter the truth. Katie Lapp is really Katherine Mayfield and was
adopted by the Amish couple after losing a child of their own. Katie (or Katherine) feels she has lost her identity and needs to find out who she really is. She sets out to find her birth mother and the Amish Bishop has no choice but to shun her from the community. Meanwhile, Laura Mayfield (played by Alison Dixon) is spending her last days confined to a wheelchair as her health declines. She longs to find the daughter she gave up years ago before she goes to meet her heavenly father. Her up-to-no-good husband, Dylan Bennet (played by Matthew Walker,) has big plans for the money his wife will leave behind once she passes. Dylan over hears his wife telling her dear friend and housekeeper, Rosie Taylor (played by Carrie Greenberg), that she hopes to find her daughter and leave all of her possessions and inheritance to her. Quickly Dylan devises a plan and hires Allyson Cairns (played by Jenna Haimes) from a local talent agency to play Katherine Mayfield. After tracking her mother to a most wealthy estate in New York, the real Katherine Mayfield shows up at the Mayfield-Bennet Mansion. She is quickly rushed into the home by Rosie and her husband Fulton Taylor
(played by Gregory McClelland) only to discover that she is not being welcomed as the long lost daughter or Laura Mayfield, but hired help. As the imposter Amish girl continues to reveal how much she doesn’t know about the Amish lifestyle, Katie is quick to correct her causing Rosie to be suspicious of her true identity. As the story continues to unfold, Allyson feels she can no longer play this imposter role and deceive Laura and chooses to leave the home. Discovering his plan is failing, Dylan flees the home and the truth is finally revealed. The Carlisle Inn is very pleased to bring back ‘The Confession’ for a second year. According to Mike Miller, Inn Keeper at Carlisle Inn, last year’s musical attracted around 18,000 people with more than half of the performances selling out. ‘The Confession’ the musical was first performed in Shipshewana, Ind. at the Blue Gate Theater. Kristina Schlabach, theater manager, and Miller wanted to bring something new and exciting to the theater at Carlisle Inn. “Amish romance novels were becoming very popular,” explained Schlabach. So the timing of the musical worked
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out well and “it is something that has been wonderful for this area and has something for everyone.” The heart wrenching moments shared between Katie and her Amish mother after learning the truth of her adoption combined with powerful musical numbers left many wiping their eyes in the audience. Many were also wiping their eyes from laughter during the musical number “let me explain,” as it seemed the hired actress playing Katherine Mayfield was drawing a lot of attention with her lack of Amish knowledge. “People come into the show thinking it’s a church-like musical,” said Miller. “They are pleasantly surprised with the professionalism of the play,” said Schlabach. In fact, the actors who audition for these main roles were among 3,000 other professionals hoping for a lead role in ‘The Confession.’ The musical was presented as a theaterin-the-round or arena theater, which means audience members sat on all four sides of the stage and actors performed in the middle projecting to all sides. This style of theater really made the audience feel that they were a part of the play no matter where they sat in the theater. Overall, the idea of a musical based on an Amish novel is most intriguing and managed to draw a full house for opening night. People were visiting from all over Ohio, West Virginia, Oregon and Maine and even one couple from New Zealand.
Plan to stay the night… So you have decided to attend an evening performance of ‘The Confession.’ Unless you are a local, driving an hour or more home may not be something you want to do at 10 p.m. With the theater being located in a hotel, having a place to stay couldn’t be more convenient. 16 1 6
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July N Now The Confession – An Amish Love Story Confession is a captivating story of a young Amish woman who is caught Playing The in the middle of secrets and scandal, love lost and love found, and personal and healing. Based upon the novels written by Beverly Lewis, who - Aug 17 heartache USA Today hails as the “Queen of the Genre” when it comes to Amish love stories, the story comes from the trilogy of The Shunning, The Confession, and The Reckoning. For more information call 855-344-7547 or visit www.dhgroup. com
Hope Weekly Livestock Auction 3, 10, Mt. When: 11:30 a.m. Mt. Hope Auction Barn; 8076 SR 241, Mt. Hope 17, 24 Where: Amish and non-Amish bring their animals to market every Wednesday year Observers will see very old-fashioned carts and wagons and horses & 31 round. 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 begin 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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Fredericksburg Independence Day Parade
When: 11 a.m. “Wayne County’s Biggest Small Town Parade.” Line up starts at 9:30 AM at intersection of Fredericksburg and Graber Rds. Parade starts at 11 a.m. Ball games & food concession stands following the parade at the ball diamond. For more information call 330-749-7010.
Wooster Community Fireworks
When: 10 p.m. Where: Kinney Property North of the Kinney Building on Burbank Rd. between Highland and Oldman Rd. Entertainment and concessions at the soccer complex. For more information call 330-464-6305.
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Music on the Square
When: 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Where: Stage on the Berlin Square Enjoy an evening of local, live entertainment with Harmony in Him.
Benefit Quilt Auction
When: 9 a.m. Where: Kidron Auction Benefiting the Crippled Children’s Bureau. For more information call 330-857-2641. photo by catie noyes AMISH HEARTLAND 17
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Cook Book Extravaganza and Tasting
When: 10 a.m. Where: Gospel Book Store, 4900 Oak St., Berlin Sample foods from local cookbook authors. Vote on your favorite so we can crown a winner. Call 330-893-2523 or visit www.mygospelbookstore.com.
Orrville Fireworks Display
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When: 10:15 p.m. Where: Orr Park All attention will be focused on the skies above Orrville as they erupt into a fury of thunder! For more information call 330-684-5051 or visit www.orrville. com.
Music on the Square
When: 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Where: Stage on the Berlin Square Enjoy a relaxing evening of local, live entertainment with Holmes County Bluegrass.
Summer Celebration at Lehman’s
When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: Lehman’s Food Samples, crafts, games, product demos, and much more!
Second Saturdays in the ‘Burg
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When: 9 p.m. Where: Historic Downtown Millersburg, Courthouse Lawn Join us on the courthouse lawn in Historic Downtown Millersburg for a FREE showing of The Lorax!! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets - popcorn and water will be provided (by donation). Movie system provided by the Holmes County Prevention Coalition.
Music on the Square
When: 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Where: Stage on the Berlin Square Enjoy an evening of local, live entertainment with Servants Heart.
Berlin Fireman’s Festival
When: Where: Berlin Elementary School Live Music, Chicken BBQ, Concession Stands, Homemade Ice Cream, Activities for Children, Water Fight Competition with Paricipating Local Fire Departments, Fireworks after Dark. Fun for the whole family!
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When: 7:30 a.m. Where: Lake Buckhorn Be a part of the 2nd Annual Holmes County Triathlon and experience all the challenges nature has to offer in Amish Country. Call 330674-5035 or visit www.active.com/triathlon/millersburg-oh/holmes-county-triathlon-2013 for more information.
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6 Behalt/ Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center
106 West Main St., Sugarcreek (40.562007º -81.807211º)
5798 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5671534º -81.7815958º)
3 Amish Heartland Tours
27 Guggisberg Cheese
5568 TR 381., Millersburg (40.503017º -81.641373º)
5060 SR 557, Millersburg (Charm) (40.5246103º -81.8043815º)
43 Rolling Ridge Ranch 3691 CR 168, Milersburg (40.5710402º -81.7519373º)
54 Yoder’s Amish Home 6050 Ohio 515, Milersburg (40.5753226º -81.7126356º)
28 Helping Hands Quilt Shop & Museum 4826 E. Main St., Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5615638º -81.7961283º)
5 Beachy’s Country Chalet Restaurant 115 Andreas Drive NE., Sugarcreek (40.499299º -81.635022º)
15 Broad Run Cheese House
45 Shisler’s Cheese House
6011 Old 39 NW, Dover (40.510957º -81.573298º)
55 Kidron Rd., Orrville (40.796565º -81.746371º)
31 Kauffman’s Country Bakery
13Boyd & Wurthmann 4819 E. Main St., Berlin (40.561531º -81.7957431º)
14 Brick Towne Tavern 980 W. Main St., Sugarcreek (40.499299º -81.635022º)
6013 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5738493º -81.781379º)
35 Miller’s Bakery 4280 TR 356, Millersburg (40.5308237º -81.8118837º)
47 Sugarcreek Discount Grocery 124 E. Main St., Sugarcreek (40.502667º -81.640291º)
50 Troyer’s Home Pantry 668 W. Main St., Apple Creek (40.7554854º -81.8442625º)
36 Mrs. Yoder’s Kitchen 8101 SR 241, Fredericksburg (40.6241479º -81.7915683º)
8 Berlin Grande Hotel
11 Blessings Lodge
4787 TR 336, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5594623º -81.8910436º)
5174 TR 359, Millersburg (40.5644642º -81.8078983º)
10 Berlin Village Inn
12 Blue Bell Inn
5135 SR 39, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5597161º -81.80692º)
47 N. Crawford St., Millersburg (40.554835º -81.914931º)
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5631 TR 351, Millersburg (40.5646509º -81.8497804º)
22 Donna’s Premiere Lodging 5523 East Strees, Berlin (40.560806º -81.795587º)
43 Scenic Hills RV Park 4483 TR 367 NE, Millersburg (40.5513798º -81.7821696º)
2 Amish Country Peddler 3239 SR 39, Walnut Creek (40.5451448º -81.7386129º)
46 Sol’s Exchange 29 Homestead Furniture 8233 SR 241, Mt. Hope (40.6268459º -81.784219º)
4 Audrey’s Attic 147 N. Main St., Orrville (40.841048º -81.764447º)
4914 W. Main St., Berlin (40.5617104º -81.7991439º)
48 Swiss Country 30 Jake's Handcrafted Oak
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8239 TR 562, Holmesville (40.659197º -81.918054º)
2131 SR 39, Sugarcreek (40.5172712º -81.6999655º)
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49 Troyer’s Furniture
4540 US 62, Millersburg (40.5690155º -81.7849802º)
985 W. Main St., Sugarcreek (40.5110001º -81.6529587º)
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9 Berlin Leather & Pets 4774 US Route 62, Millersburg (40.5613792º -81.7939588º)
7 bfearless. 3147 SR 39, Walnut Creek (40.544962º -81.737848º)
15579 Lincoln Way West, Dalton (40.798646º -81.646774º)
17 Charm Harness & Boot 4432 CR 70, Charm (40.506574º -81.784203º)
34 Main Street Bears 225 N. Main St., Navarre (40.7225129º -81.5224304º)
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38 Ole Mill Furniture
Antique Mall 4872 McKinley Place Dr., Walnut Creek (40.5404832º -81.7202957º)
52 Walnut Creek Furniture 3473 Ohio 39, Walnut Creek (40.5463267º -81.7477899º)
119 East Main St., Sugarcreek (40.502761º -81.640391º)
4422 SR 557, Millersburg (40.505882º -81.78427º)
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39 Olivesburg General Store
2701 SR 557, Baltic (40.841048º -81.764447º)
4778 SR 545, Ashland (40.855888º -82.318932º)
55 Yoder’s Oak & Cherry
40 Packship USA
6018 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.573872º -81.781354º)
24 Gospel Book Store 4925 West Main Street (40.7071309º -81.679855º)
25 Gospel Shop, The 112 East Main St., Sugarcreek (40.502816º -81.640546º)
26 Green Acres Furniture 7412 Massillon Rd., Navarre (40.561738º -81.799496º)
1347 N. Main St., Orrville (40.856341º -81.764703º)
53 World Crafts 13100 Emerson Rd., Kidron (40.7412134º -81.7450194º)
41 Parsley Pot 697 CR 1302, Ashland (40.8768762º -82.2596821º)
42 Pine Cone Gift Shop 2877 Kidron Rd., Kidron (40.7653453º -81.7452453º)
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14396 Dover Rd., Dalton (40.705216º -81.725832º)
9089 E. Lincoln Way, Orrville (40.795719º -81.812794º)
3556 Zuercher Rd., Dalton (40.756674º -81.731576º)
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6 Behalt/ Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center 5798 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5671534º -81.7815958º)
13 Boyd & Wurthmann 4819 E. Main St., Berlin (40.561531º -81.7957431º)
27 Guggisberg Cheese 5060 SR 557, Millersburg (Charm) (40.5246103º -81.8043815º)
31 Kauffman’s Country Bakery 6013 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5738493º -81.781379º)
28 Helping Hands Quilt Shop & Museum 4826 E. Main St., Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5615638º -81.7961283º)
35 Miller’s Bakery 4280 TR 356, Millersburg (40.5308237º -81.8118837º)
10 Berlin Village Inn
21 Cricket Hill Cabins
46 Scenic Hills RV Park
5135 SR 39, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5597161º -81.80692º)
5631 TR 351, Millersburg (40.5646509º -81.8497804º)
4642 TR 367, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5513798º -81.7821696º)
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22 Donna’s Premiere
5174 TR 359, Millersburg (40.5644642º -81.8078983º)
Lodging 5523 East Strees, Berlin (40.560806º -81.795587º)
9 Berlin Leather & Pets
55 Yoder’s Oak & Cherry
4774 US Route 62, Millersburg (40.5613792º -81.7939588º)
6018 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.573872º -81.781354º)
24 Gospel Book Store 4925 West Main Street (40.7071309º -81.679855º)
32 Kauffman Lawn Furniture 4540 US 62, Millersburg (40.5690155º -81.7849802º)
46 Sol’s Exchange 4914 W. Main St., Berlin (40.5617104º -81.7991439º) AMISH HEARTLAND
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14 Brick Towne Tavern 980 W. Main St., Sugarcreek (40.499299º -81.635022º)
47 Sugarcreek Discount Grocery 124 E. Main St., Sugarcreek (40.502667º -81.640291º)
15Broad Run Cheese House 6011 Old 39 NW, Dover (40.510957º -81.573298º)
18 Collectors, Decanters & Steins 119 East Main St., Sugarcreek (40.502761º -81.640391º)
25 Gospel Shop, The 112 East Main St., Sugarcreek (40.502816º -81.640546º)
1 Alpine Hills Historical Museum 106 West Main St., Sugarcreek (40.503017º -81.641373º)
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Recipes POOR MAN’S STEAK Ingredients *1 lb. Hamburger *1 cup milk *1 cup cracker crumbs *1/4 tsp. pepper 1 tsp. salt *1 small onion, chopped *1 can cream of mushroom soup *1/2 can water
Directions: 1. Combine all ingredients except soup and water. Mix well and shape into a narrow loaf. Refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight. Cut into slices and fry in skillet on both sides until brown. 2. Put the slices of meat close together in a roasting pan. Mix together the soup and water and spread over the meat slices. 3. Bake at 325° for 1 hour.
GARDEN TEA Ingredients: *1 can frozen lemonade *Honey or sugar to taste *Fresh garden mint (or 1 mint tea bag)
Directions: Prepare frozen lemonade with water. Steep a handful of mint for 5 minutes in a small amount of water to make a thin syrup. Add to lemonade and sweeten to taste. Wonderful on hot summer days!
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BROCCOLI WITH CHEESE SAUCE Ingredients: *1 head broccoli, cleaned and cut into pieces *4 tblsp. butter *4 tblsp. flour *1 tsp. salt *2 cups milk *1/4 lb. mild Cheddar cheese
Directions: 1. Cook broccoli in a small amount of water; drain. 2. While broccoli is cooking, make the cheese sauce. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan and then add the flour and salt, whisking the entire time. Slowly add milk and continue whisking until the mixture thickens. Add the cheese and continue stirring until the cheese is melted. 3. In a buttered casserole dish, add half the broccoli and top with half of the cheese sauce. Repeat the layers. 4. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes, *Optional: It’s not necessary to oven-bake the casserole; instead simply serve up helpings of broccoli and spoon the cheese sauce over the top.
QUICK AND EASY RANCH BAKED BEANS Ingredients: *1/4 cup oil *2 cups onions, chopped *1 lb. lean hamburger *1 tsp. salt *1 cup catsup *2 tblsp. prepared mustard *2 tsp. cider vinegar *2 cans pork and beans *2 cans kidney beans, rinsed and drained *1/4 cup brown sugar Directions: Simmer onions in oil until golden. Add hamburger and cook until beef is browned. Add remainder of ingredients and stir to blend. Heat thoroughly. Pour into a casserole dish and bake at 400° for 30 minutes. AMISH HEARTLAND
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The Gospel Shop
A simple store filled with simple things! STORY & PHOTOS BY CATIE NOYES • EDITOR
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reeman and Rhoda Mullet share a love for the simple, inspirational things. Their small store reflects their unique and spiritual interests. The store can serve as an uplifting experience for those feeling down in this rough economy. Inspirational in words and uplifting Bible verses w can be found scrolled on picture ca frames, ffr r coffee mugs and even T-shirts tthroughout th h the store. Rhoda’s father started the business tthat has become the Gospel Shop, th back b a in 1966. “We lived just up the sstreet and sold a few things from our st home,” said Rhoda. At the time the ho was called Stutzman Gospel sshop h Records and sold a few box cards, R bibles and Gospel records. bi b i In 1967, the Stutzman’s determined they needed a new location for their growing store and moved into a building down the street and three years later moved again into the building which currently Alphorn Amish Gifts in downtown Sugarcreek. One day, Freeman looked out the window of the store and saw a for sale sign on the building across the street, explained Rhoda. It was Hostetler’s Dried Goods at the time and sold fabrics and sewing items. After moving into the store in 1987, Rhoda’s father decided to rename the store simply The Gospel Shop. “Dad wanted a plain and simple name for the store,” said Rhoda. “My dad worked in the office until his late 80s here in the store,” said 32 3 2
Rhoda. Because Rhoda had spent the longest of her siblings working in the store it made sense for her husband to buy the store for themselves. They have been running the store together ever since. “We started out with Bibles, books, cards and box cards,” said Rhoda. As they expanded their business, they started to include small inspirational gift items, from Christian t-shirts and books, to pictures and mugs with Bible verses. They also sell small music boxes and children’s toys as well as Christian D.V.D.’s and C.D.’s. “All of those things that kind of fit together is what we sell,” said Rhoda. Accessories such as scarves are available in a variety of colors and patterns. The Gospel Shop also carries a line of Bella Taylor purses and recently started carrying a line of Montana West, western purses. “We try to keep up with the latest trends,” said Freeman.
With their supply of Bibles and inspirational books, The Gospel Shop breaks away from their religious and inspirational selection and also carries some of the latest Amish fiction novels. “The ladies come in here with their lists waiting on the next book in their series,” said Rhoda. “I love to read and see all the new books that come in,” said Rhoda. She enjoys picking out books to sell in her store in hopes that the customers will love them. In the little village of Sugarcreek, Freeman and Rhoda have seen many stores come and go and they have
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been fortunate to keep their little business going strong. “The economy is tough. Just when you’re ready to give up, people come in wishing they had a store just like this in their area,” said Freeman. It’s inspiring to them and keeps them going. The economy has also led many people in to their store looking for something to lift their spirits. “With the economy being rough we have sold more Bibles and inspirational wall hangings which is pretty interesting to see,” said Rhoda. “We spend a lot of time finding things for people,” said Rhoda. “People call in looking for specific things and we try our best to order it for them.” Every year the Gospel Shop holds their Anniversary sale in March, a PreInventory Sale the last week of the year and participate in a Moonlight Madness sale in July and November. One of their biggest sales is the Fall 34
Garage Sale which runs for three days in October. “This will be our 17th year doing this sale,” said Rhoda. “It’s a pretty huge event for us.” “Some people even plan their vacations around it,” said Freeman. During the garage sale they sell items from the old garage behind their store and Rhoda and some of the women bake cookies. Women arrive early and line up for the deals Rhoda explained. Both Freeman and Rhoda agree the best part about their business is getting to meet new people and chatting with the customers that come through the store. They have a good relationship with the community and the locals. The Gospel Shop is located at 112 E. Main Street in downtown Sugarcreek. The Gospel Shop is open from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Mon.-Thurs. and Sat., and 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri. For more information call 330-852-4223.
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Each room is furnished with locally made furniture, homemade quilts, cable T.V.’s and more. The hotel also offers an all season pool, plenty of common room and lounge space, gaming rooms and a fitness room. “Many people are blown away by the (affordable) price and how much they get with that rate,” said Miller. Make a day out of it. Carlisle Inn
“Almost everything you get in Amish country can be found right here on campus,” said Miller. Packages are customizable, so plan to spend the day and even night with Carlisle Inn in Sugarcreek. The Carlisle Inn is located at 1357 Old Route 39 in Sugarcreek. “The Confession,” A Musical is available at Carlisle Inn Sugarcreek from June 4-Aug. 17, 2013.
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offers a full Amish country experience with buggy rides, a small Bulk Food store, two gift shops and restaurant and bakery all on campus. If you’re planning on seeing ‘The Confession’ this summer, make sure you at least save room for dinner. The Dutch Valley Restaurant offers a variety of wonderful Amish dishes. The restaurant offers a convenient buffet style that seemed to be the most popular choice for indulging in a variety of tasty dishes. Turkeys, hams and roast beefs were available along with the creamiest of mash potatoes, corn, green beans homemade noodles, stuffing and much more.
BERLIN LEATHER Specializing in leather waist belts Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 9-5 • Fri. and Sat. 9-6 Closed Sun.
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Tickets are available online or at the box office. Visit www.dhgroup.com/en/ sc/sc-the-confession.php or call 877722-7547 for more information.
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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: recipes and I like the ads. We have “ The shopped and ate at some of the advertised places. ”
-JULIA BROWN, PERRYSVILLE
“ All the wonderful homemade food!”
-MELODY RANDOLPH, PAINESVILLE
recipes, looking for the Buggy Wheel “ The and the stories. ”
-LOIS BASINGER, BERLIN
about the local culture and “ Learning businesses. ” like the recipes, Buggy Wheel and “ Iwhere the Bulk Food stores are at. ”
-CORINNA MARTIN, SPARTANBURG, SC
-CHARLES THOMPSON, COLUMBUS
the pictures, the stories and “ Everything, the recipes. Love it. in Berlin and many, many more ” “ Sol’s places. Too many to mention. ” stories on the Amish culture, the about the Amish and all the “ The “ Reading recipes, the maps and shop information, yummy recipes. Keep up the great work. ” and the featured businesses.” Recipes and stories about businesses in “ on Amish country through the “ Article the Amish area. eyes of a tourist. ” ” -CHRISTIENA KIGGANS, CAMBRIDGE
-CHERYL HACKWORTH, WOOSTER
-DOUGLAS NELISSE, LAGRANGE
-H. WOLFORD, MAUMEE
-JOANNE MCCUEN, BUTLER
-JOHN MURPHY, RIDGEVILLE
SUMMER PHOTO CONTEST Amish Heartland is having a summer 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 Summer Photo Contest is SEPT. 1, 2013. The top three winners will be announced in the October 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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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 July 31, 2013. 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 06 and in the May issue it was hidden on page 04.
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