Amish Heartland: May 2017 by Gannett NEO

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–WHAT AB OU T THEIR NONRESISTANT FAITH?–

–FROM THE DESK OF JAVON– The Evolution of the Amish Culture

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Heartland Destination

From the Desk of Javon Miller

The Evolution of the Amish Culture

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© 2017 Spectrum Publications – A Division of GateHouse Media 212 E. Liberty St., Wooster, OH 44691 | 330-264-1125 | fax 330-264-3756 | editor@spectrumpubs.com | www.amish-heartland.com Group Publisher – Bill Albrecht | Spectrum Director – Kelly Gearhart | Advertising/Production Coordinator – Amanda Nixon Content Coordinator – Emily Rumes | Sales Representatives – Lisa Beckman ; Mark Conrad ; Kim Rush | Designer – Adam Arditi Contributing Writers – Javon Miller ; Marcus Yoder Cover Photo by Don Adams Amish Heartland

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Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center...........................................13 French Ridge Vineyards............................................................12 Guggisberg Cheese Factory......................................................31 Lehman’s................................................................................ 5 Old Eli Model Train Exhibit.......................................................24 Olivesburg General Store.........................................................08 P. Graham Dunn.....................................................................23

Crafts & Collectibles

Homespun Flowers & Fabric....................................................... 6 Parsley Pot.. ...........................................................................23 Pine Cone Gift Shop.. ............................................................... 6 Purpose Shop, The..................................................................25 Sol’s in Berlin.........................................................................10 Swiss Country Lawn & Crafts ....................................................34 World Crafts.. ........................................................................06

Dining & Food

Kauffman’s Country Bakery.. ......................................................22 Kidron Town & Country............................................................04 Miller’s Bakery.. ......................................................................30 Quince Bakery & Café.. ............................................................ 5 Sugar Valley Meats ................................................................24 Troyer’s Home Pantry...............................................................19 Winesburg Dariette.................................................................17 Winesburg Meats ..................................................................17

F u r n i t u r e & Wo o d w o r k i n g

Alpine Cabinets.. ....................................................................17 Eastwood Furniture..................................................................04

THE GREENHOUSE SHOPPE Garden Supplies • Spring Bulbs • Roses Seeds • Onion Sets • Seed Potatoes • Vegetable Plants Herbs • Annuals • Perennials • Premium Quality Hanging Baskets • Foliage Plants • Trees Shrubs • Peat Moss • Mulches • Arbors • Trellises Pottery • Statuary • Fountains • Fairy Accessories Gazing Balls • Wind Chimes & More!

Homestead Furniture................................................................38 Jake’s Handcrafted Oak.. ..........................................................29 Miller’s Hickory Rockers.. ..........................................................17 Yoder’s Oak & Cherry..............................................................15

Lodging

Donna’s Premier Lodging.. .........................................................33 Holmes With A View...............................................................33 Scenic Hills RV Park.. ...............................................................33 White Tail Ridge Lodge............................................................33

Outdoor Specialty

Alpine Structures.....................................................................17 Kauffman Lawn Furniture ..............................................inside cover Country View Wicker . ............................................................29 Mt. Hope Fence...................................................................... 9 Swiss Country Lawn & Crafts ....................................................34 Twin Oaks Barns.. ...................................................................16

Shops & Such

Amish Country Peddler.............................................................07 Berlin Leather & Pets................................................................18 Baskets & Blooms.. ..................................................................14 Carlisle Fabric & Quilts............................................................25 Charm Harness & Boot.. ...........................................................28 Commercial Kitchens.. ..............................................................17 Erb's Stove Center.. .................................................................37 Fairview Country Sales.. ...........................................................16 Farmers National Bank.. ............................................................ 5 Gospel Book Store..................................................................03 Greenhouse Shoppe, The ......................................................... 2 Harvest Thrift Store..................................................................24 Holmes Sew & Vac.. ................................................................22 House of Lace & Primitive Curtains.. ............................................02 Kiko’s Greenhouse.. .................................................................. 8 MCC Connections................................................................... 6 Miller’s Gun Supply.................................................................24 Mt. Hope Harness.. .................................................................30 Pleasant Valley Poultry.. ............................................................11 Sunrise Supply.. ......................................................................17 Yoder Bargain Store................................................................11

Park Designs & Heritage Lace Valances, Swags, Tiers & Panels, Tablecloths, Runners, Placemats, Napkins, Dish Towels, Dishcloths, Chair Pads, Shower Curtains, Shower Curtain Hooks, Rugs, &

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Amish Weddings By LESLIE GOULD

Reviewed by AMANDA NIXON Amish Heartland Contributor

mish Weddings” is the third and final novel in the Neighbors of Lancaster County series. Gould continues with the same line of welldeveloped characters. Rose Lehman has a great amish guy, the son of the bishop, Reuban Byler. Things seem to be going well for her and Rueban until a handsome english buddy of her neighbors shows up. Rose cannot deny her attraction to Trevor. Meanwhile, Lila, Rose’s sister, is in a terrible buggy/ car accident that leaves her broken. Rose is in charge of caring for Lila. This new found duty brings Rose closer to Trevor. Rose finds Trevor adventurous and fun in comparison to Rueban, the “by-the-book” amish man. Rose starts to lean a little too close to the fence with her “outings” with Trevor. Will her Data and Rueban stop her from completely leaving her faith? Is Trevor her true soulmate? Does Rueban stand a chance with Rose in his old order ways? Will Lila ever recover from all the devasting damage resulting from the accident? Gould does a great job with her characters. They

have real emotions and really demonstrate how Amish and english get along. Rose and Lila could easily be a close friend. The love stories are captivating and overall I really enjoyed this book. Definitely one you need to pick up at the store!

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heartland destination –KIDRON– IF YOU ARE LUCKY ENOUGH to visit Kidron, Ohio and take a moment to appreciate life on a sunny afternoon, hearing the clippity-clop, clippity-clop of buggies going by, you may notice that the pace and the beauty of Kidron is ideal for introspection and taking your time. You may also notice architectural examples of the Swiss settlers, drawn to build their homes and farms in the rolling hills of Wayne County two hundred years ago. Kidron is a place for gathering with friends, having conversations at the local restaurants and enjoying the simple things in life. It is also home to Lehman's Hardware, one of Ohio's top tourism destinations, and Gerber's Amish Farm Chicken.

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If you go through town on a Thursday “Auction Day” the noises, sounds and smells that surround you will give you a more lively experience. You'll see a community full of energy, filled to the brim with a constant coming and going. In addition to the Amish community in Kidron, there is a strong connection to the Mennonite peoples of the past and present, their deep religious convictions and ancestral ties to the area. The Kidron Community Historical Society, Kidron-Sonnenberg Heritage Center and Sonnenberg Village is home to a museum featuring the visual history related to the Swiss Anabaptist culture that developed in the Kidron-Sonnenberg area. The Heritage Center is open Thursdays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and admission is free, with donations very much appreciated. On May 13th the Mercy River Gospel group will perform at 7 p.m. at the Sonnenberg Village Welcome Center, 13497 Hackett Road, Apple Creek, with a freewill offering being taken. (For mapping purposes, many of the addresses for local businesses and points of interest in and around Kidron will have an Apple Creek zip code, the two communities are just over 5 miles apart).

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Amish Heartland

heartland destination SPRING & SUMMER EVENT S IN KIDRON:

MAY 5TH – Lehman's Customer Appreciation Day 25TH – ASCENSION DAY (There will be no Livestock Sale in Kidron today, and Amish owned businesses will be closed in observance of the Day of Ascension) 26TH – Ascension Week Sale Day for the Kidron Auction – more info at KidronAuction.com 27TH – Dutch Oven Gathering at Lehman's

JULY

1ST – Crippled Children Benefit Sale at the Kidron Auction Grounds 7TH & 8TH – Lehman's Summer Celebration

JUNE 9TH & 10TH – KIDRON DAYS 10TH – Grilling Competition at Lehman's (Registration Required) 17TH – Father's Day Ice Cream Social at Lehman's 24TH – Car Show at Lehman's

MCC CONNECTIONS THRIFT SHOP

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–SUNDAE REDEMPTION– At Olivesburg General Store

Story & photos by EMILY RUMES Amish Heartland Writer WHEN ANDY DUFRESNE is sent to prison in the film The Shawshank Redemption, the mantra that keeps him sane behind bars is, “Get busy living or get busy dying.”I walked into Olivesburg General Store on a rainy, spring day ready to do some “living” as I sat down to enjoy their famous Shawshank Sundae, aptly named since the store is one of the stops on the local Shawshank Trail. Many of the ceiling lights in the store actually came from the set of the movie.

The sundae starts with a decadent, warm brownie, ready to dig into with your spoon. Heaped on top of that is a generous dip of rich, creamy, peanut butter ice cream, laced with crunchy, buttery morsels. Moving up the mountain, treat yourself to loads of hot fudge, whipped cream, colorful mini M&Ms and a cherry on top. This dessert was pure perfection, so good it should be illegal! Forty years before the ice cream sundae was even invented, The Olivesburg General Store came into being at 4778 State Route 545 in Ashland. Established in 1840 and known as a local convenience and curiosities shop

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Forty years before the ice cream sundae was even invented, The Olivesburg General Store came into being at 4778 State Route 545 in Ashland.

it’s time to

GET OUTSIDE and relax a little

LEFT: Owner Connie Tucker (left) and employee of 8 years, Pam Darr (right), welcome visitors to Olivesburg General Store. TOP: Look for the bright blue building in Olivesburg and you will find the general store.

for the area, current business owner Connie Tucker has been at the helm, continuing to foster a “more like family than friends” atmosphere in the shop for the past 13 years. You get a real sense of the strength the local community has when you hear the story behind Olivesburg General Store's most popular sandwich, the “Body Slammer” named after the July 4th incident in 2013 when an inmate was captured inside the store. If you're curious, you can find a video of the harrowing moment on YouTube. The convict, known throughout the area from his mug shot images that were being posted since his escape, tried to purchase a lighter and an iced tea at the counter. Two patrons across the store realized who the man was and took action, one of them executing a full body slam, lifting the convict into the air and pinning him, allowing other customers to come around and help tie the dazed and confused man up until law enforcement arrived. The “Body Slammer” pulverizes your growling stomach into submission with a trio of meats: honey ham, oven turkey and trail bologna. Swiss, Colby and marble cheeses are paired with a line up of Miracle Whip, mustard, ketchup, horseradish sauce, banana peppers, pickles and onions. All of this available for $6.99, or make it a meal for $8.29. In addition to these unique menu items, there's specialty pizzas including chicken bacon ranch and buffalo chicken. The store offers call ahead pick-up and

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TOP: The Shawshank Sundae is a local favorite made from their award winning ice cream. BOTTOM: If these shelves could talk! Instead they hold their stories and secrets, along with thousands of sprinkles and specialized baking tools.

OPEN Memorial Day!

many dining in the area will call in their order ahead of time. The guest book by the door gives you a glimpse of the past few years of visitors. Some have come from as far away as India and Japan – with visitors from across the U.S. stopping in to leave their mark along the way. The store is a creature of the past, surrounded with an attitude and an atmosphere all it's own. In years gone by it has supplied the community with everything from dynamite and diamonds to cookie cutters and groceries. This is a store that is there for its people, and truly cares. Photos of local sports teams line the walls and Connie is getting ready to support and participate in the upcoming MS Walk, which raises funds and awareness to help end multiple sclerosis. Every morning a group of regular customers go to Olivesburg General Store for their cup of coffee and a dose of everything good and horrible that's happening in the world. Known as “The Olivesburg Gang” they sip and talk, laughing and sharing, bringing the level of authenticity at the store to its height. In addition to being the real deal on the local level, Olivesburg General Store was voted to have the best sandwich in Mid-Ohio and their ice cream has been

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"You could come back again and again and still not see everything we have here in the store" – C ONNIE TUCKER

Olivesburg General Store Owner

Cookie Cutter Alley – where the options are endless.

recognized for three consecutive years. Coach buses, cars and motorcycle clubs roll in on a regular basis to discover a resting ground, and the old style gas pump out front is there to top them off for the journey. Cookie Cutter Alley is another big draw for local bakers. There are over 750 silicon and metal cookie cutters to choose from, and the possibilities are endless, definitely not limited to a specific holiday. If there is a shape or a design you're hunting for your collection, you will find it here. “I used the cutters to do meat and cheese shapes for our party trays,” Connie pointed out. “People love them and it's something fun, unique and different.” In addition to running the store, Connie also enjoys making her own line of homemade chocolates called Angel's Heavenly Chocolates. Connie stocks all the cookie cutters her supplier carries, specialized baking tools, a wall of sprinkles in all shapes, colors and sizes, cup cake liners, cake pans – really it's too many items to take in at one time.

“You could come back again and again and still not see everything we have here in the store,” added Connie. Beyond baking, the general store offers an assortment of household decor items, sweatshirts and t-shirts and hundreds of foods, beverages, and convenience items for people on the go. You can also browse through a consignment room of antiques and collectibles, handmade soaps, candles and picture frames. Much like Red thought when he first laid eyes on Andy Dufresne in The Shawshank Redemption, you may not know what to think of Olivesburg General Store at first glance, but step inside and I guarantee by the end of your visit, you'll be putting your money on this charming, blue, character-rich place.

Be sure to follow them online at facebook.com/ likeOGS and OlivesburgGeneralStore.com. For more information or to phone in your next lunch or dinner order, call 419-895-1038 or 419-289-7548.

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WHAT AB OU T THEIR NONRESISTANT FAITH? Story by Executive Director

M A RC U S YODE R Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center

In 1757, Jacob Hochstetler lived in their small cabin, in (now) Berks County, Pennsylvania, with his wife, three sons, and one daughter.

s a small boy growing up in our community I often heard stories about the past. One of the most frequently told stories was about an incident that happened in 1757. As a boy I supposed that the story had occurred in the woods behind our house. Such is the case with stories from the past. They often have an influence much greater than one realizes. I would shiver with fear as I hurried between house and barn after dark when I thought of the stories, and I was born 212 years after the story had occurred! That is the strength of collective memory as we recall the stories

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of our people. If I felt fear, imagine what a little child, or even an adult would have felt in the 1750s as Indian attacks grew, and stories, some true, many not, were spread on the frontier. While stories often collect strength and become legends as time passes by, what we know for certain is that, like in Europe, the Amish who settled in America had their faith tested during a time of war. The story is set in the context of the French and Indian War that was fought between the British and French in the American colonies. But the war had “spilled over” into America as these two European “superpowers” fought for power and domination in the world scene of that time. Indian tribes were often influenced to fight for one or the other of these powers and in that way the war was brought home to Berks County, Pennsylvania and the small Amish community that had settled there. It was brought even nearer home to the Jacob Hochstetler family who had settled near the edge of the community. Jacob and his wife had emigrated to America from Europe and had cleared a homestead where they intended to work the land and raise a family. In 1757 he lived in their small cabin with his wife, three sons, and one daughter. One daughter had already married and settled with her husband on their own farm. What had happened in the Hochstetler’s clearing earlier that morning is relatively well-documented. Indian raids, instigated by the world conflict, increased on the fringes of the settlements along the frontier. In

The senior Hochstetler forbade his sons to defend the family by using their hunting rifles, because of their faith.

the pre-dawn hours of September 19 or 20, 1757 the Hochstetlers were attacked in their cabin by a small group of Indians. The senior Hochstetler forbade his sons to defend the family by using their hunting rifles, because of their faith. The family slipped into the small fruit cellar underneath the main part of the cabin, which had been set on fire. They used the cider stored there to keep the space from burning completely. When the Hochstetlers thought that their attackers had left, they crawled out of the small window that gave some air and light to the space. Mrs. Hochstetler, because of her size, became stuck in the space. The Indians saw the commotion, and returned, capturing the family. Mrs. Hochstetler, an injured son, and the only daughter were killed. Two other sons and Mr. Hochstetler were taken captive. Next month we will explore what happened with the three Hochstetler men as they were forced to live as captives with the Indians. As we look back at the story from our vantage point there are several things that become obvious. First, with the father and three sons, it is quite possible that, if they had chosen to, the Hochstetlers may have been able to hold their attackers at bay until help arrived. The band of Indians was far from their villages and in hostile territory. It is not likely that they would have pressed their attack much after daylight. If that were the case, they like other frontier families may have held on long enough to survive. What is it that caused Jacob to not only not shoot back at the Indians, but also to not allow his sons to do so? To not fight back or defend themselves is a part of the story of the past that people like the Hochstetlers would have heard about, or sung about every Sunday in church service. It is in fact this shared history and memory of martyrdom and suffering for their faith that caused them not to fight back. How would we respond in such a situation? Would we fight back? Do we fight back when we face attacks? Is every attack we face that of bullets and arrows; or are harsh words and actions sometimes the weapons we face? How do we respond when our “cabin” is attacked? It is not only the stories of Europe and persecution that show us the way of Christ,

Is every attack we face that of bullets and arrows; or are harsh words and actions sometimes the weapons we face?

it is also the stories of the American frontier and our own families that force us to face whether we are truly ready to give our life, but not take life. If you wish to learn more about these stories, the Amish, or their place in history, plan a visit the Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center. The Center offers guided tours of "Behalt" - a 10 ft. x 265 ft. cyclorama oil-oncanvas painting that illustrates the heritage of the Amish and Mennonite people from their Anabaptist beginnings in Zurich, Switzerland, to the present day. Behalt means “to keep” or “remember.” The Center is open Mon-Sat 9:00-5:00 and is located near Berlin, OH at 5798 County Road 77, Millersburg, OH 44654. Please call (330) 893-3192 for more information or to schedule a group tour. Marcus Yoder was born to an Amish family in the heart of Amish Country. His family later moved to the Mennonite Church where Marcus takes an active role in preaching, teaching and writing. He is the Executive Director of the Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center. In his thirties he decided to return to school and has a BA in History from The Ohio State University and a MA from Yale. He enjoys reading and writing and spending time with his wife, Norita.

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COWBOY MOUNTED SHOOTING

When: Friday 7:30 p.m., Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m. Where: Wayne County Fairgrounds Watch these cowboys compete in timed shooting matches on horseback. Family-oriented club with members in wild west outfits. 419-210-0185 | visit www.nooutlaws.com

WAYNE COUNTY TRUCK & TRACTOR PULLERS SPRING PULL

When: 1 p.m. Where: Wayne County Fairgrounds $5 admission to the grounds 330-317-0398 | visit www.wcttp.com

12 LEHMAN'S MAY DAZE CUSTOMER APPRECIATION SALE

When: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Where: Lehman's Hardware Delicious goodies from our pantry department. Our way of saying thank you to our customers. www.Lehmans.com

SOUNDS OF DOWNTOWN

When: 6-8p.m. Where: Downtown Wooster Come stroll along to wonderful music. This street music series will feature a variety of musicians and performances throughout the summer season. Additional dates for 2017: 5/26, 6/8, 6/23, 7/27, 8/11, 8/25, 9/22, and 10/27. 330-262-2222

NATIONAL TRAIN DAY CELEBRATION

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When: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Where: Orrville Depot 10 Tours of 1868 Pennsylvania Railroad Passenger Station now a railroad museum. 330-683-2426 | www.OrrvilleRailroad.com

PERFORMANCE SERIES: MERCY RIVER QUARTET

When: 7 p.m. Where: Sonnenberg Village 330-857-9111 | www.KidronHistoricalSociety.org

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THE 24TH ANNUAL DANDELION MAY FEST

The dandelions will be in full bloom with wine sampling, dandelion sangria, cellar tours, arts & crafts and live entertainment! Details: Noon - 7 p.m. on Friday and 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, 5934 Old Rte 39 NW, Dover. www.breitenbachwine.com/events/dandelion-festival

ANTIQUES IN THE ALLEY

Antiques in the Alley is an all day event held in beautiful downtown Millersburg. Stroll the streets as you search for treasures to call your own! Find inspiration and ideas on how others have turned trash...into treasures. Browse our antique stores or stop at the local brewery and try our local brew! 330-674-2412 | www.HistoricDowntwonMillersburg.com

PLANT DISCOVERY DAY

When: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Where: Secrest Arboretum – OARDC In and around Fisher Auditorium, a premier plant and art sale with hard-to-find plants for the home and landscape. Walking tours, auctions, Bug Zoo and food vendors. Auction benefits the Secrest Learning and Resource Center. 740-485-0129 | http://secrest.osu.edu

LEHMAN'S ANTIQUE ENGINE SHOW

Dinettes • Bedroom Sets • Bookcases Curio Cabinets • Rolltop Desks • Computer Desks Entertainment Centers • Jewelry Boxes Rockers & Gliders

TRACTOR

When: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Where: Lehman's Hardware We're filling our parking lot with antique tractor engines of all shapes and sizes at this show, a favorite of our founder, Jay Lehman. 888-438-5346 | www.Lehmans.com

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Please note, all Amish based businesses will be closed in honor of the Ascension.

5911 S. Kansas Rd., Apple Creek, OH • 330-698-3200 Amish Heartland

heartland destination –WINESBURG– WINESBURG FALL GATHERING Saturday, September 16th 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Winesburg, Ohio Contact Number: 330-893-2173

Winesburg's Annual Fall Gathering features a full day of food, music and craft vendors located throughout the village. At approximately 2 p.m. the annual auction begins with quality Amish Furniture, crafts, occasion baskets and more. All items are donated by local artisans. Free admission and free parking - plan on enjoying the beginning of fall in Winesburg this year! As local events are added to the Winesburg calendar for spring and summer, you can find them online at www.winesburgoh.com

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(330) 359-1501 3024 Co Rd 160 • Millersburg, OH 44654

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Sunrise Supply LLC

Handcrafted For Your Lifestyle

P.O. Box 104 Winesburg, OH 44690

330.359.5764

Email: sales@alpine-cabinets.com See our LCM Design dealer website: www.AmishCustomCabinets.com

330-359-6152

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2100 US 62 (P.O. Box 232) Winesburg, Ohio 44690

www.nutraglo.com

Discover Your Herd’s Maximum Potential!™

• 27 Flavors of Soft Serve • Daily Specials Just w est of W • Best Breakfast Around inesburg Mon.-Fri. 6am-7pm • Sat. 7am-9pm 2459 US Rte 62, Dundee, OH 44624 Call 330-359-2820 for Carry Out

New & Used Restaurant and Bakery Equipment

330-763-1902

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3380 Co. Rd. 160 Millersburg, OH 44654

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“Meats From The Amish Country” 2181 US Rt. 62, Box 202 Winesburg, Ohio 44690 Phone (330) 359-5092

10x14' Riverside

6x10' Kennel

4x6' Chicken Coop

Shed Kits • Storage Buildings • Chicken Coops

MILLER’S HICKORY ROCKERS Specializing in Rustic Hickory Furniture

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P.O Box 54 • 2196 SR 62 • Winesburg, OH 44690 330.359.7146 • No Sunday Sales

10x12' 2000 Series Gable 330.359.5708 • 800.359.7522 4.5 miles East of Berlin 1.5 miles West of Winesburg on US 62 Monday-Friday 7-5, Saturday 9-2

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around the heartlandd TR = Township Road

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Includes GPS coordinates

– AT T R A C T I O N S – 3 Behalt/Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center 5798 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin)

22 J.M. Smucker Company Store & Cafe 333 Wadsworth Rd., Orrville

33 Guggisberg Cheese 5060 SR 557, Millersburg (Charm)

23 French Ridge Vineyards 2586 Twp. Rd. 34, Killbuck

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–DINING & FOOD– 57 Kauffman’s Country Bakery 6013 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin)

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31 Miller’s Bakery 4280 TR 356, Millersburg (Berlin)

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60 Troyer’s Home Pantry 668 W. Main St., Apple Creek

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–LODGING & CAMPING– 55 Donna’s Premier Lodging 5523 East Street, Berlin

40 Scenic Hills RV Park 4483 TR 367 NE, Millersburg (Berlin)

56 Holmes with a View 3672 TR 154, Millersburg (Berlin)

59 Whitetail Ridge Lodge 3058 TR 223, Big Prairie

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Specializing in leather waist belts Moccasins • Sandals • Pet Supplies Straw Hats • Western Home Decor Western Shirts & Coats

4363 St. Rt. 39, Millersburg

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330-893-7038 ext 3

Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9-5, Closed Sundays

– O U T D O O R S P E C I A LT Y– 13 Kauffman Lawn Furniture 4540 US Rt. 62, Millersburg (40.568729°, -81.784071°)

14 Country View Wicker 2701 SR 557, Baltic

16 Mt. Hope Fence 7102 CR 77, Millersburg

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(40.604204°, -81.779729°)

–SHOPS & SUCH– 2 Amish Country Peddler 3239 SR 39, Walnut Creek

27 Homestead Furniture 8233 SR 241, Mt. Hope

39 P. Graham Dunn 630 Henry St., Dalton

6 Baskets & Blooms 5482 TR 629, Millersburg 40.598395, -81.815551

28 House of Lace & Primitive Curtains 4550 SR 39, Millersburg

40 Pleasant Valley Poultry 3160 Pleasant Valley Rd. SW, Baltic

4 Berlin Leather & Pets 4363 SR 39, Millersburg (Berlin)

29 Jake's Handcrafted Oak 8239 TR 562, Holmesville

43 Sol’s in Berlin 4914 W. Main St., Berlin

5 Charm Harness & Boot 4432 CR 70, Charm

30 J M Smucker Co. 333 Wadsworth Rd., Orrville

46 Swiss Country Lawn & Crafts 2131 SR 39, Sugarcreek

15 Eastwood Furniture 4722 Kidron Rd., Kidron

32 Kiko’s Greenhouse 15579 Lincoln Way W., Dalton

50 World Crafts 13100 Emerson Rd., Kidron

17 Erb's Stove Center 4100 SR 39, Millersburg (40.54607° -81.77139°)

34 Lehman's 4779 Kidron Rd., Dalton

51 Yoder Bargain Store 7802 Salt Creek Rd., Fredericksburg (40.6750668° -81.834396799°)

19 Gospel Book Store 4900 Oak St., Berlin

36 Mt. Hope Harness 8129 SR 241, Mt. Hope (40.6201379° -81.7842065°)

52 Yoder’s Oak & Cherry 5911 S. Kansas Rd., Apple Creek (40.7281179° -81.7760680°)

21 Greenhouse Shoppe, The 3649 Cleveland Rd., Wooster

37 Olivesburg General Store 4778 SR 545, Ashland

26 Holmes Sew & Vac 4897 W. Main St., Berlin

38 Parsley Pot 697 CR 1302, Ashland

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• Donuts • Muffins • Over 7 varieties of cookies

• Brownies • Pumpkin Bars • 6 flavors of Angel Food Cake

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668 W. Main St., Apple Creek 330-698-4182 M-F, 6 am-6 pm; Sat, 6 am-5 pm; Closed Sunday

317 E. North St., Wooster 330-263-1990 T-F, 6 am-4 pm; Sat, 6 am-2 pm; Closed Sunday & Monday

• Grandmas Jam House • Schlabach Amish Bakery Granola • Troyers Homemade Noodles • Cappuccino/Coffee/Tea • Amish Wedding Foods

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– THIS MONTH – Great Lakes Fiber Show

MAY 27-28 SATURDAY 8 A.M. - 5 P.M. SUNDAY 9 A.M. - 4 P.M. WAYNE C OUNT Y FAIRGROUNDS 199 VANOVER ST, WO OSTER

CELEBR ATING IT S 22ND YEAR, the Great Lakes Fiber Show has grown from a one building craft show in the early 1990s to a show with fiber vendors filling four buildings along with outside vendors and additional vendors under the grandstand. Vendor booths will feature raw fiber to finished items; spinning, weaving, needle felting, crochet and knitting

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One of the Largest Bakeries in Amish Country

Quilters now have a full 11” of bed space to the right of the needle to store extra fabric from a quilt. In addition, quilters can enjoy exceptionally smooth quilt piecing with Elna’s Integrated Adjustable Feeding and achieve faster performance with a sewing speed of 1,060 SPM!

Buy 1 Baked Good Item @ •Bakery •Café •Bulk •Ice Cream Parlor

50% OFF Up to a $4.00 Value

Not valid with other Specials or promotions. Expires May 8,2017.

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Across from Heini’s Cheese in the of Amish Country Open Monday-Saturday, Sundays (May thru November)

330.893.2129 • 4357 US 62, Millersburg

www.kauffmanscountrybakery.com May

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Don’t have time to quilt those tops? We offer Long-Arm Quilting Services! We also carry Miele & Riccar Vacuums!

4897 West Main Street • Berlin, OH 44610 (330) 893-2864 holmessewandvac@yahoo.com Hrs: Tue.- Fri. 9:00-5:00 • Sat. 9:00-2:00 • Closed Mon.

supplies, along with fiber related crafts. This year more than 90 vendors will have things to sell. There will be a wool fleece show and sale. Spinners can make entries in the skein competition. Free demonstrations, “Fiber Talks” and kids activities will also be going on. Look for these activities under the grandstand. Workshops will be presented with pre-registration and fees required. Workshop registration as well as skein and wool fleece competition entry forms are available on the Great Lakes Fibre Show website. You can also call 330-264-9665 to request a show booklet.

The Great Lakes Sheep Show and Sale will be going on during the weekend. There will be up to 300 sheep of various breeds. Information on the sheep show and sale can be obtained at www.bannersheepmagazine.com Admission is free and food including roast lamb sandwiches will be available at the fairgrounds. FOR MORE INFORMATION: 330-264-9665 | www.GreatLakesFiberShow.com

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"Celebrating 41 Years!” 697 Co. Rd. 1302 Ashland, Ohio 44805

630 HENRY ST. DALTON, OH 44618 | 800.828.5260 PGRAHAMDUNN.COM |

HOURS: Tues.-Sat. 9-5 Sun. 12-5 CLOSED Monday

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The World's Largest Cuckoo Clock in Sugarcreek, The Little Switzerland of Ohio.

HUNTING, TRAPPING AND ARCHERY 10654 Skyline Dr | Sugarcreek, OH 44681

IN BUSINESS SINCE 1979

Phone: 330.340.9071 330.407.3483 WE BUY GUN Fax: 330.852.3811 COLLECTIONS FULL LINE OF ARCHERY PRODUCTS AVAILABLE WO-10538008

Hours: Mon: 11-7 • Tues: 9-5 (Sept - Dec: 9-7) Wed: 11-7 • Thurs: Closed Fri: 11-7 • Sat: 9-4 • Sun: Closed Custom Butchering & Processing Freezer Beef & Smoked Meats Full Retail Store

Exhibit 681 Dover Road NE, Sugarcreek, OH 44681 Just east of the railroad on State Route #39

Every Friday and Saturday, 10am - 5pm from April 28 to Oct. 14, 2017

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Kids will love to see the trains & You will Love to see the expression on their faces! $2.00 per Person - children 12 and under free when accompanied by an adult. Call (330) 763-1184 for more information.

HARVEST THRIFT STORE

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2149 Dutch Valley Dr. NW • Sugarcreek, Oh 44681

(1/4 Mile NOrth Of Sr 39 ON Dutch Valley Dr.)

SUGARCREEK: 1915 SR 39 852 .7467 MON-SAT 9:30am-5pm We support youth programs locally & abroad!

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EVENT S IN SUGARCREEK

NOT YOUR TYPICAL ANTIQUE STORE

MAY: 12th -13th Splendid Spring Garage Sales 13th Vintage Garden Tractor Show & Swap Meet (Harvest Barn)

Antiques, Collectibles, Nostalgia, Glass, Pottery, Antique and Live Edge Furniture, Teas & Spices, and much more. Where the purpose is new purpose, old purpose, re-purpose, and most of all... God’s purpose.

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JUNE: 9th-10th Fab 50s Fling Car Show AUGUST: 5th Swiss National Day Celebration 8th Sugarcreek Business Association Auction 12th Rigs for Relay Benefit, Semi-Tractor Show

Corner of St. Rte. 39 & N. Broadway, Sugarcreek , next to Andrea’s Furniture

New BLISS Colors!

Go to VillageofSugarcreek.com to plan your next visit!

- Honeydew - Sunshine - Willow Green - Charcoal - Wysteria - Violet

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recipes. ingredients 1/2 lb. bacon 6 hard-boiled eggs 3 Tbsp. flour 3 Tbsp. vinegar, more or less 1/2 tsp. salt, more or less milk (enough for smooth consistency) 1/2 â&#x20AC;&#x201C;1 c. dandelion greens

directions Fry bacon and add flour to bacon and grease. Brown a little, add milk to desired thickness. Bring to a boil. Add salt, vinegar, hardboiled eggs and dandelion. Ser ve immediately over cooked or mashed potatoes. Delicious. Watercress is also good and can be used instead of dandelion. Blessing Acres: Family Cookbook.

*Note: Only har vest dandelions from a yard that is free of chemical herbicides, fer tilizers and other law n sprays. Young dandelion g reens (before they have blossoms) ty pically do not have a shar p taste, so har vest as soon as they appear. 26

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Delicious Mashed Potatoes ingredients

directions

potatoes, peeled and chunked 1 c. water 3 Tbsp. butter 2 oz. cream cheese 1/3 c. sour cream 1–2 c. hot milk 2 tsp. salt

In a 2 qt. sauce pan, fill with potatoes. Add water. Boil at medium heat until tender. Drain any excess water and save for gravy. Mash with potato masher until soft. Mix in butter and mash. Mix in cream cheese and mash. Add sour cream and mix again. Add milk and last add salt. Mix really well. Heat on stove, stirring constantly until good and hot. If too stiff, more milk may be added. Serve with browned butter and gravy on top.

Blessing Acres: Family Cookbook.

serves

"Dandelion, golden and green, is best with 'tatoes, mashed or steamed."

Our Favorite Cucumber Salad ingredients

directions

2–3 c. sliced cucumbers 1 c. diced onions

Mix all together and serve. Use more cucumbers and onions if desired.

serves

dressing: 1 c. sour cream 1 c. mayonnaise or Miracle Whip 1/2 c. sugar 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp celery seed 2 Tbsp. lemon juice

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"Generosity leaves a much better taste than stinginess" – Amish Proverb Amish Heartland

–FROM THE DESK OF JAVON MILLER– The Evolution of the Amish Culture Submitted by JAVON MILLER | Amish Heartland Contributor

""And the Lord God took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to dress and keep it."" GENESIS 2:15

he human race has an inborn nature that desires to learn from and improve upon knowledge that we are given by our predecessors. We are curious by nature. We desire mental fulfillment and furtherance of our knowledge. The above verse can be read in the second chapter of the Bible. As we follow the sequence of man's spread on the Earth, we get as far as chapter 4 until changes begin occurring. Here it tells us that Enoch built a city named after his son. Enoch's grandsons were men of industry. We read that Jabal lived in tents and was a cattleman. Jubal was the father of musicians that handled the harp and organ. Tubalcain was a craftsman of brass and iron. This progression of 5 generations shows us how quickly man can adapt to the surrounding needs or available resources. How did they know how to build a city that could stay safely inhabited without an engineering degree? What inspired the musicians to design a harp or organ? The person to make the first

harp had never seen one before. How would they have know that multiple length strings produced different tones or pitches? How did the first craftsman know that certain "dirt" or rocks can be heated and separated from the ore it contained to create a strong tool, musical instruments, or jewelry? All these tasks were accomplished with no education whatsoever. Today we have become, dare I say, over educated. We need a degree for almost every job that is available. In this article, I wish to look at our Amish and Mennonite culture and see if we might be able to detect some of the same attributes that drove the ancient economy. We as a community do well to observe the evolution of industry within ourselves and the changes that it brings to our lives. A comment that I hear repeatedly from the "outsiders", visitors to our community is the change they observe in the 20 years that they have frequented our area. I believe this is more evident in Holmes County, Ohio due to

FASHION TO WORK

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Check Out New Spring Sandals

4432 Co. Rd. 70, Charm • 330-893-0402 Mon. & Fri. 7:30-7:00; Tues., Weds. & Thurs. 7:30-5:00; Sat. 7:30-3:00

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that fact that up until 20 years ago we were a low key farming community. We were as a general rule, living in an era that was almost forgotten. We do well to raise the question of what lies in store for our future generations. Holmes County is merely an example of what is happening across the world. We Anabaptists were traditionally farmers. However, we were also adaptable by nature. I believe the intense persecution of our forefathers required them to be flexible. Constantly moving about required multiple skills and adaptability to survive as they moved from country to country. The culture and family life that agriculture promotes is a building block to bind our families and communities together. We needed each other to exist. As time went on, we became more independent. Not all bad but definitely bringing its challenges. Back in the 1970's, if you were to travel our roads you would see active farmsteads scattered everywhere. Today, if you travel along our main street of State Route 39 from Millersburg to Sugarcreek what do we find? Five active dairy farms! That is all that is left. What happened? What are we left to face in our future? As our families multiplied, homes grew scarcer. There are no more farms available. We needed to adapt, so smaller properties started popping up with family run shops at home. This included small engine repair, welding and repair, crafts and furniture shops. It was easy to hang a hand painted shingle out at the road announcing that we now sell solid oak contrivances. We started observing the increasing traffic that frequented our winding idyllic roads on a beautiful autumn weekend. Suddenly you could see an occasional

Homemade Bread and Jams For Sale sign. Handmade quilts were sold off of the farm along with some small crafts. These city folks that were looking to escape the pressures of life in the workforce were a ready market. Next to come about was the expansion of a small eatery known as Der Dutchman in Walnut Creek. This food alone was worth the drive just for a home baked lunch of steaming, crispy, broasted chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, homemade stuffing, homemade wheat bread slathered with homemade peanut butter, and finished off with homemade pie. This increased traffic paved the way for some small retail furniture stores. Suddenly the tempo starts changing. Where at one time you walked into the farm side furniture store and ordered your table from the family and sealed the deal with a friendly smile and handshake, you now dealt with someone that was truly a salesman. More volume was being moved which demanded higher production. These small family shops, Dad and the children working together, started hiring more staff. We slowly evolved into mini factories which evolved into large factories. The small home shops gradually shut down and went to work for the large shops. I will relate the

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2701 State Road 557 Baltic, OH 43804 Open Monday - Saturday 10AM5PM or call for appointment.

330-897-6007 countryviewwicker.com

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account of what this growth did for one individual and how it affected him. I was a plumbing and heating service technician at the time. I was sent out to this one small shop to reroute some plumbing. As I entered the door, the proprietor, a quiet-spoken young Amish fellow looked up and greeted me. There was sawdust in his hair a lopsided grin on his face and a twinkle in his eye. The work ceased when he went to show us what needed to be done. As I took in the workshop it was evident that quick improvisation was done to create this shop. A simple un-insulated plywood wall separated the buggies and lawn mowers from his manufacturing. Occasionally a neighbor boy would be there to help him with the work. As time went on his staff grew. A succession of expansion projects grew his work area tremendously. The original workshop had a small corner walled in for an office. This place was a hive of activity. The whole place was groaning for expansion, but there was no place to expand. Often times we were now met by a maintenance man. Every once in a while I was still allowed the pleasure of the owner's presence. One such time was a few weeks before my wedding. He congratulated me on

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a clientele of digital savvy people dependant on the internet for purchasing. How will we adapt to it? We can let reps or marketing firms take care of it but that is only a secondary party to keep info accurate. Historically we have shunned electricity, telephones, television, radio, internet, etc. to maintain a simple life. That is changing. Can we compromise somewhere and still retain our culture? Let me be clear, our culture has no saving power. It is only by the Blood of Jesus Christ that we can be forgiven. This is our Statement of Faith. But will we be assimilated into mainstream society in the next 50-100 years? How do we approach internet, cell phones, and all that goes with satisfying the requests of those that we do business with? A new type of Amish are evolving. Will our values stay the same? Can we maintain our witness for Christ? We are asking ourselves these questions, what will happen when farming and agriculture disappear from our circles? Will we remain unchanged or what changes do we accept?

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