Christmas in the Heartland

Christmas in the Heartland 2016

Discover Amish Country this Christmas Season INSIDE: 12 Days in the Heartland

An Amish Christmas

Heartland Adventures

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Welcome Christmas in the Heartland Magazine is focused on bringing our readers the best options for their last minute holiday shopping trips.

Enjoy stories on the Amish culture, use our calendar of events to help plan for any upcoming festivities in the area and the map will help you locate your favorite stores.

Enjoy an Amish themed word search, homestyle holiday recipes and much more. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all our readers from the staff of Spectrum Publications.

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THIS ADVENT SEASON THE CHRISTMAS STORY

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This Advent Season Story by EMILY RUMES DIX COMMUNICATIONS

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hen I was young, my parents started a Christmas tradition with my three siblings and I that has continued to influence the way I connect with the season each year. During the weeks of Advent, starting on the fourth Sunday before Christmas, we would gather to talk about the story of Christ as a family.

The time we spent on the living room couch wasn't taken up with thoughts of the gifts we wanted, the shopping or Santa – all these

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things are part of the celebration we hold around Christmas as a culture, but they were pushed to the sidelines in order to help us remember the entire story of who Jesus was and what he meant to us both personally, in our Christian faith, and to the world.

Advent in and of itself is a sort of countdown, a building up to the day of Christmas, but the focus for us always remained on scripture.

Beginning with the first Sunday of Advent, we would gather together, sing worship songs and read from

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the Bible.

While it is wonderful to think about the birth of Jesus and his time with his parents as a baby, it is important to understand that this small part of his story was only the beginning of what God had planned for his life.

I always felt that the time we spent together as a family during Advent was something that we desperately needed. There was a calm that came over these evenings, no matter what we had been running around working on or what extra activities we had been participating in just moments before. The candles in the Advent wreath were lit and we were able to focus and be quiet. Silence was a real rarity on most evenings in

our home with four kids always competing, both with each other and for our parents' attention.

I'm sure there were times where we missed a Sunday over the years here and there, but overall it was a part of our family as much as any one of us – a way to really see each other and to share and pray together. My parents kept it going not because they had to, but because they wanted to and I could always sense that. This activity wasn't the same for them as going to work or school – it was different.

Although the season of Advent is believed to have been started in the Lutheran church, it has become a common practice for many different Christian denominations.

Each Advent candle represents

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a different part of the story of Christ's birth and while traditions may vary, my parents taught us that the first candle was for Prophecy. This candle reminds us that many different prophets throughout the Bible had foretold of Jesus' coming.

It represents the hope and anticipation leading up to the time when Jesus was born.

The second candle we lit was was for Bethlehem, the place where Jesus was born. Today, Bethlehem is a small city, located just 6 miles south of the Old City of Jerusalem in the West Bank which is one of the Palestinian Territories. Bethlehem sits at the foot of the Judaean Hills, which

are these beautiful, terraced, green slopes – ideal land for shepherds trying to keep a watchful eye on their sheep at night.

This leads us to our third candle, the Shepherds candle. During the time of Jesus' birth, there were shepherds sleeping out on the hills around Bethlehem, most likely taking turns sleeping on makeshift beds around a fire and then waking up to check on their sheep in the darkness. The light of the candles reminds us of both the joy and the fear these shepherds most likely experienced when angles appeared and told them about the birth of Jesus.

The fourth candle is for these

Angels and it represents peace.

Even though the shepherds were terrified at first, the angels were reassuring and conveyed this peace to them, telling them to go and see where Jesus was and to share the news of what had happened with others.

On Christmas Eve my family would light the final candle in the center of the wreath. This candle is normally white, to represent purity. It is also called the Christ candle and is meant to remind us that Christ was not just a baby born in a manger, but also the Savior who came into the world to save us from our sin. Lighting this final candle always made the Advent wreath burn at it's

brightest, bringing the fullness of this light into the quiet of our home – the light of Christ shining in our dark.

These candles burning brighter and brighter as Christmas approaches is a reminder to me that the darkness is always there, but because my faith tells me there is light despite the darkness, I have hope. My prayer for you and the people you connect with at Christmas is that you will be a light to each other, be that hope.

Shine bright, especially where you see darkness taking it's toll.

Let's turn down the volume of the loud world around us and turn towards each other to be inspired by the light of hope.

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The Christmas Story Matthew 1:18-2:12 • King James Version (KJV)

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ow the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost.

Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not willing to make her a public example, was minded to put her away privily.

But while he thought on these things, behold, the angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a dream, saying, Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife: for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost.

And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name Jesus: for he shall save his people from their sins.

Now all this was

done, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying, Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us.

Then Joseph being raised from sleep did as the angel of the Lord had bidden him, and took unto him his wife: And knew her not till she had brought forth her firstborn son: and he called his name Jesus.

Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem, Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him.

When Herod the king had heard these things, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him.

And when he had gathered all the chief priests and scribes of the people together, he demanded of them where Christ should be born.

And they said unto him, In Bethlehem of Judaea: for thus it is written by the prophet, And thou Bethlehem, in the land

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of Juda, art not the least among the princes of Juda: for out of thee shall come a Governor, that shall rule my people Israel.

Then Herod, when he had privily called the wise men, enquired of them diligently what time the star appeared.

And he sent them to Bethlehem, and said, Go and search diligently for the young child; and when ye have found him, bring me word again, that I may come and worship him also.

When they had heard the king, they departed; and, lo, the star, which they saw in the east, went before them, till it came and stood over where the young child was.

When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy.

And when they were come into the house, they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshipped him: and when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and frankincense and myrrh.

And being warned of God in a dream that they should not return to Herod, they departed into their own country another way.

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When: 5:30 p.m.- 11 p.m.

Where: 801 Wheeling Ave., Cambridge The courthouse comes alive nightly with thousands of pulsating lights synchronized to holiday music. The 2016 show features a children's set with holiday favorites like Frosty the Snowman including one song sung by Cambridge area 5th graders; contemporary recordings featuring local saxophonist Gordon Hough; and a popular Christmas music selection.

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When: 6 p.m.- 8 p.m.

Where: Wooster United Methodist Church, 243 N. Market St. Main Street Wooster, Inc. and the city’s downtown churches invite you to take a moment to enjoy a quiet tour of historic church structures.

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12 Days in the Heartland

Story by EMILY RUMES DIX COMMUNICATIONS

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re you counting down with The 12 Days of Christmas yet? This song has been around for generations and whether you find it endearing or annoying, it remains a part of the catalog of seasonal tunes we hear each year. As a way of remembering this catchy little ditty of days we are counting down a twelve stop trip around the

Heartland, highlighting just a few of the places in our area that give us a reason to celebrate this year.

Here we count down from twelve to one and hope that as Christmas Day approaches, you are able to enjoy all the Heartland has to offer, with enough time carved out for a quiet moment with the ones you love.

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It's usually at the top of everyone's list, especially if they're only able to make the trip to Wayne County a few times a year.

Each month the store features a special sale item, which usually sells out quickly so it's only available while supplies last. They haven't decided on an item for December yet, but you can stay up to date on the most recent info by liking their Facebook page for Everything Rubbermaid Store (official). They are located at 115 South Market Street in Wooster and you can reach them at 330-264-7119.

Featured Brands Wooster Appliance Center Amana, Bosch, Danby, Frigidaire, GE, Hotpoint, KitchenAid, Speed Queen, Maytag, LG appliances and LG and Samsung electronics area all featured brands carried by Wooster Appliance Center. They service what they sell and have been serving the area since 1970.

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matter what your budget. There may be a special gift you're getting for your home this Christmas or there may be something that needs replaced at the last minute as you're preparing for the family to come and stay.

The staff of this family-owned store looks forward to seeing you at 231 South Market Street in Wooster or you can also reach them at 330-262-5851. Another great resource for holiday deals is their Rebate Center page at woosterappliance.org.

Christmas Workshops Quailcrest Farm The experts at Quailcrest Farm are ready to help make your home look beautiful for the holidays.

Workshops at the beginning of the month will have you mastering tableside tin tuck-ins, boxwood and winterberry wreaths, seasonal herbal hostess gifts, winter fairy gardens and hanging porch pots.

Mid-month classes for December will highlight fresh greens centerpieces, the “old workshop� container, pine cone baskets, fireside birch baskets and holiday greens and potted boxwood topiary balls.

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a soup lunch in the farmhouse so please make lunch reservations when scheduling your workshop at 330-345-6722. The dates, times and pricing for each workshop can be found at quailcrest.com under Quailcrest Events & Workshops.

Pantry. They have cinnamon rolls for breakfast in the morning, angel food cake for a yummy snack, and breads and rolls for your Christmas dinner with the family.

For dessert try their pumpkin pie, pecan pie, apple pie or cherry pie.

Of course you can't forget the tray of Christmas cookies! Troyer's Home Pantry will have their classic Christmas cookies as well as chocolate chip cookies, monster cookies, molasses cookies and the oatmeal raisin variety. They also offer pies with no sugar added and over 20 different varieties and flavors to please everyone in the family.

With two locations in Wooster and Apple Creek you can stop by or call ahead to make sure they have your favorite treats saved with your name on it. The phone number for Wooster is 330-2631990, for Apple Creek call 330-6984182.

Wonderland Items The Greenhouse Shoppe This Christmas at The Greenhouse Shoppe in Wooster you will find collectible Santas, angels, stockings, unique glass ornaments, Christmas florals and wreaths, table top figures, fresh greens, wreaths and roping, poinsettias and more!

The Greenhouse Shoppe is located just north of Wooster and each year they transform their space into a Christmas Wonderland.

There will be sparkling trees, holiday décor and spending even a few moments in their shoppe will lead your spirit into the Christmas season. The staff is happy to help customers find unique gift items Places to Explore and give them inspiration and Pine Tree Barn guidance in creating the perfect Located just south of Wooster, Christmas display for their home. Pine Tree Barn will be the stop on your journey through the Heartland that allows you to Christmas Desserts experience all the most wonderful Troyer's Home Pantry elements of Christmas in one place.

When it comes time to stock up A third generation family-owned on treats for the holidays, look business, Pine Tree Barn is known no further than Troyer's Home as the spot to find a Christmas tree

for your home, share a delicious lunch with family and friends and discover new gifts and inspiration all in one visit. The 25,000 square foot historic barn is open 7 days a week until 5, and is bursting with eye-popping Christmas decorations, gifts and displays – nearly 50 decorated trees will knock your socks off! The Granary Restaurant at Pine Tree Barn offers gourmet luncheon dining from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and while reservations are not required, they are recommended.

Their Christmas tree farm offers two locations for cut-yourown trees or you can select your family's perfect tree from the ones that are cut fresh daily in the Tree Barn. Enjoy horse-drawn wagons on select weekends! The main Christmas Tree Farm is open 7 days a week, excluding Thanksgiving.

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For a shopping experience like no other, take the time to explore their Year 'Round Christmas Shop, The Boutique, The Grocery and the Heritage Loft, full of beautiful visual displays, fine home furnishings and gifts to delight everyone on your list. If you're ready to plan your trip, visit pinetreebarn.com for full details and information this season, or call 330-264-1014.

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They also carry western footwear styles from Justin, Corrall, Ariat, Tony Lama, Durango and Double H. You can find hiking and hunting shoes and boots and Smartwool socks for the cold winter ahead. In addition to footwear, the store also carries specialty items like flame retardant apparel and custom fitted leather belts. Have someone that loves The North Face, Under Armour, Wrangler, John Deere or Farmall apparel on your list?

You can find the perfect piece to compliment their wardrobe no matter the season. They will be closing at 2 p.m. on Christmas Eve and will also be closed on Christmas Day, December 25th and December 26th the day after.

Gifts For Readers Faith View Books Come visit Faith View Books located one mile west of Mount Hope on Township Road 616. They carry books and Bibles for all ages along with a wide variety of gospel christian CDs and song books for Christmas. Whatever your music preference there's Country, Bluegrass, A Capella and also some contemporary.

There are plenty of gift items available such as Bible covers, candles, boxed cards, stickers and toy items for the kids. Faith View Books is happy to take individual orders and they may offer a price break if you are interested in buying for a group. If you aren't able to stop in and visit the store, you may want to call and request

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Styles of Furniture Eastwood Furniture Mission, Shaker, Traditional and Contemporary, these are four different styles you'll find when you stop at Eastwood Furniture in Kidron or at one of their two additional locations in Medina and Cleveland Heights. If you're looking for a comfortable place for guests to rest their weary heads this Christmas, or just trying to come up with that perfect piece to complete your room at home, Eastwood Furniture's products are hand crafted in the U.S.A. and customized your way for your home.

They don't want you to settle for something that's close, they want you to get exactly what you want – built in your choice of wood, style, dimensions and stain color.

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They don't just offer fine crafted furniture, they will custom build it for you. Are you imagining that perfect dining room set in your home for Christmas this year? Let Eastwood help you achieve your

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Hours that week will be Monday through Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Hillcrest Orchard offers produce, citrus, meats, cheeses, butter, cider and gift baskets for the holidays.

Other favorite items include nuts, candies and homemade apple butter, jellies and jams. Not only will you find some of your own personal favorites, but you can stock up for the holidays as well.

Hillcrest Orchard is a familyowned business and they hope you'll stop in that week to enjoy some free refreshments and visit a place that will be sure to become a regular stop on your visit to the Heartland, if it isn't already. They

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Grown on the highest part of their vineyard, and oak aged in neutral French oak barrels, it makes an excellent pairing with soft cheeses, rotisserie chicken, and freshly caught grilled fish.

If you're looking for a full bodied, dry red wine, the Sangiovese from their Postcard Series goes well with roasted veggies, venison and wild game.

Due to the limited production of some of their wines, it may be best to call 330-263-4345 for precise availability. Be sure to check their wine availability page on their website, troutmanvineyards.com for a list of current store locations where you can purchase Troutman Vineyards wines.

On Saturday, December 3rd Troutman Vineyards will host their annual holiday open house with live music and free admission, starting at 8 p.m. Regular hours for their location at 4243 Columbus Road (Route 3 South) in Wooster are Monday through Thursday 11

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Old Fashioned Christmas Lehman's Hardware A great way to wrap up your travels around the Heartland is with a visit to Lehman's Hardware.

I say visit because the atmosphere there will make you feel welcome and at home the moment you walk through the doors.

If you happen to be there on Saturday, December 3rd you can experience their Old-Fashioned Christmas open house from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be product demos, food samples, live music, and children’s activities at this annual, fun for all ages event. You can find the perfect gift for anyone who is still left on your list while you're there and visit the other shops around the square in Kidron as you remember what Christmas was like in years gone by. For more information visit Lehmans.com.

So there you have it, twelve places that are ready and waiting to welcome you into the Christmas season and spread the joy of the Heartland. We hope that you find everything you need and that you bring home not just gifts and goodies this year, but inspiration as well.

Walnut Valley Broom & Gift

Formerly A.T.’s Broom & Book 3087 TR 161 Sugarcreek, OH 44581

3 Locations to Serve you!

Large selection of Holiday Gifts!

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Recipes This family favorite has been crafted from several lasagna recipes and perfected throughout the years. For the best flavor simmer the meat sauce for 4 hours.

The taste will be well worth it!

Christmas Lasagna

Cook noodles until tender in water with 1 tsp. oil then drain.

Beat eggs, add ricotta, 1/2 cup parmesan, parsley, 1/2 tsp. salt and 1/4 tsp. pepper. Layer half of noodles in a 13 x 9 x 2" baking dish. Spread with half of the ricotta filling. Add half of the mozzarella cheese and half of the meat sauce.

Repeat layers. Sprinkle remaining parmesan on top. Bake at 375 for 30 to 35 minutes or till heated through (or assemble early and refrigerate, bake 45 minutes or till hot) Let stand 10 minutes. Makes 10 servings.

1 lb. drained sausage 1/8 cup dried onion 2 pieces of raw garlic 1 chopped or diced 16 ounce can of tomatoes 1 8 ounce can tomato sauce 1 6 ounce can tomato paste 2 tsp. dried basil, crushed 1/2 tsp. salt 2 cups water

Directions: Simmer sauce until thick. Stir occasionally to avoid sticking.

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Directions:

In a large saucepan heat apple juice, nutmeg, honey and cinnamon stick until cider boils. Add pineapple juice. Reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 5 minutes or until well heated. Use cinnamon sticks as individual stir-sticks and float orange or lemon slices on top. Yield: 16 servings.

Ingredients: 1 cup margarine 5 cup all-purpse flour 1/2 tsp. salt 1 Tbsp. yeast 1/4 cup. warm water 1/2 cup sugar 3 eggs 3/4 cup warm water pecans to taste Cream Cheese Filling 2 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese 1/3 cup sugar 1 Tbsp. lemon juice 1/2 tsp. vanilla Any flavor pie filling White glaze or frosting

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Directions: Cut margarine into flour and salt, mix until it resembles cornmeal.

Dissolve yeast in 1/4 cup warm water. Add sugar, eggs and remaining water. Mix by hand until dough is well mixed. Batter may be a little sticky. Refrigerate overnight or 6 hours, covered. Remove dough from refrigerator and let set for 1 hour or until at room temperature.

Roll out as for cinnamon rolls. (Roll out in 2 large pieces or 3 small).

Spread with cream cheese and pie filling. Roll up and slide on a pan, or you can cut like cinnamon rolls (which is more messy). Let rise until double then bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes. Top with glaze and pecans.

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AROUND amish Heartland

TR = Township Road

SR = State Route

CR = County Road

US = US Route

Includes GPS coordinates

1. BERLIN LEATHER AND PETS 4363 SR 39, Millersburg (40.550331, -81.779702)

14. GET AWAY TOURS 2940 Armstrong Dr., Wooster (40.8347001, -81.91939430)

26. MILLCREEK EQUIPMENT 32801 CR 12 Millersburg (Charm) (40.430666, -81.820757)

39. SCHLABACH FURNITURE 11463 Harrison Rd., Apple Creek (40.696841, -81.773674)

2. BOWMAN HARNESS, LTD 6928 CR 77, Millersburg (Mt. Hope) (40.615514, -81.783383)

15. GREENHOUSE SHOPPE, THE 3649 Cleveland Rd., Wooster (40.843928, -81.928142)

27. MILLER’S DUTCH KITCH’N 108 E. Main St., Baltic (40.4406007, -81.70355189)

40. SOL’S EXCHANGE 4914 W. Main St., Berlin (40.5614071, -81.79890460)

3. BUNKER HILL HARDWARE 3939 CR 135, Millersburg (40.5404443, -81.76751730)

16. HERSHBERGER COUNTRY STORE 50940 TR 220, Baltic (40.434104, -81.799637)

28. MT. HOPE MACHINE 4220 TR 628, Millersburg (40.6078448, -81.77135609)

41. TROUTMAN TRICK TRUCKS 6330 Springville Rd., Shreve (40.724186, –82.012469)

4. CHARM GIFTS 4422 SR 557, Charm (40.505781, -81.7845189)

17. HILLCREST ORCHARD 2474 TR 444, Sugarcreek (40.543284, –81.708409)

29. NEW BEDFORD COUNTRY STORE 33919 SR 643, Baltic (39.540724, -84.10159150)

42. TROUTMAN VINEYARDS 4243 Columbus Rd., SR 3 S, Wooster (40.747983, -82.012469)

5. CHARM HARNESS AND BOOT 4432 CR 70, Charm (40.506715, -81.784228)

18. HISTORIC ZOAR VILLAGE 198 Main St., Zoar (40.6151516, -81.42187079)

30. NEW BEDFORD HARNESS 33897 SR 643, Baltic (40.440066, -81.699016)

43. TROYER’S HOMEMADE CANDIES 8888 TR 559, Millersburg (40.612633, -81.939193)

6. CHRISTMAS AT THE RANCH 8154 Garman Rd., Burbank (40.99701719, -81.98289019)

19. HOLMES RENTAL STATION 2465 SR 39, Sugarcreek (40.522637, -81.71261649) Second Location: 1492 S. Washinton St., Millersburg (40.53615509, -81.91799930)

31. NEWPOINTE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8882 SR 39, Millersburg (40.559250, -81.942312)

44. TROYER’S HOME PANTRY 668 W. Main St., Apple Creek (40.755783, -81.844591)

32. OAK BUSH BULK FOOD STORE 51286 TR 220, Baltic (40.43247, -81.7928279)

45. VALLEY ATV, LLC 27475 Jelloway Rd., Danville (40.523020, -82.265430)

33. OLIVESBURG GENERAL STORE 4778 SR 545, Ashland (40.855888º -82.318932º)

46. WARTHER’S CARVINGS 331 Karl Ave., Dover (40.524882, -81.488366)

34. PINE LAKES LODGE 61680 Buskirk Lane, Salesville (39.993109, -81.393081)

47. WALNUT VALLEY BROOM 3087 TR 161, Sugarcreek (40.5062055, -81.7473029)

35. PINE TREE BARN, THE 4374 Shreve Rd., Wooster (40.745585, -81.9835570)

48. WEST HILL BAPTIST CHURCH 2241 Mechanicsburg Rd., Wooster (40.8257717, -81.9619573)

36. PLEASANT HILL BULK FOOD 8584 TR 656, Fredericksburg (40.642062, -81.74570870)

49. YODER BARGAIN STORE 7802 Salt Creek Rd., Fredericksburg (40.675067, -81.834397)

37. PRAIRIE LANE FURNITURE 13390 SR 39, Big Prairie (40.594505, -82.104511)

50. YODER’S OAK & CHERRY 5911 S. Kansas Rd., Apple Creek (40.7281179, -81.7760680)

38. QUAILCREST FARM 2810 Armstrong Rd., Wooster (40.899130, -81.990688)

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7. COUNTRY HOME SUPPLY 2828 S. Carr Rd., Apple Creek (40.765437, -81.791180) 8. DOUGHTY VALLEY HARDWARE 5085 SR 557, Millersburg (40.524777, -81.804849) 9. DOUGHTY VALLEY VARIETY 2124 TR 116, Baltic (40.468927, -81.829272) 10. EASTWOOD FURNITURE 4722 Kidron Rd., Kidron (40.7421225, -81.7443897) 11. FAITH VIEW BOOKS 4941 TR 616, Fredericksburg (40.6296791, -81.79906169) 12. FARMERSTOWN FURNITURE 3155 SR 557, Baltic (40.48587149, -81.7438396) 13. FREDERICKSBURG GREENHOUSE & NURSERY 8645 Cutter Rd., Fredericksburg (40.694223, -81.868139)

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20. HOLMES WITH A VIEW 3672 TR 154, Millersburg (Charm) (40.508033, -81.801507) 21. JAKE’S HANDCRAFTED OAK 8239 TR 562, Holmesville (40.659497, -81.915118) 22. KEIM LUMBER 4465 SR 557, Charm (40.5076162, -81.78487849) 23. KIDRON SPORTS CENTER 4126 Kohler Rd. (40.749369, -81.750764) Second Location: 5252 SR 39, Millersburg (40.5573657, -81.8110782) 24. KAUFFMAN’S COUNTRY BAKERY 4357 US 62, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.574343, -81.781114) 25. LEHMAN’S 4779 Kidron Rd., Dalton (40.74193959, -81.74599219)

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MURR’S QUICK PRINTING OMAHOMA BOB’S BARBECUE PARLOR RESTAURANT, THE POPPY BOUTIQUE RIDE ON WOOSTER BIKE SHOP SCHMID’S SERVICE NOW SMETZER TIRE CENTER SPOON MARKET & DELI TJ’S RESTAURANT TODAY’S KITCHEN STORE TULIPAN HUNGARIAN PASTRY VERTICAL RUNNER WALNUT STREET ANTIQUE WALUNT STREET GALLERY WAYNE CENTER FOR THE ARTS WHITE JEWELERS WOOSTER GLASS WOOSTER APPLIANCE WOOSTER BOOK COMPANY

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church walk. 4 churches will be open and decorated for the holidays.

Evenings events culminate at 8:15 p.m. at First Presbyterians where the West Holmes Chamber Choir will sing and include some group caroling.

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When: Sat. 2 & 7 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m.

Where: Wooster High School, 515 Oldman Rd., Wooster Presented by the Wayne Center for the Arts.

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9 SHOPPING UNDER THE STARS

Where: Downtown Berlin Grab your friends and spend the evening in Berlin Shopping Under the Stars. http://heartofamishcountry.com

9 CHILDREN'S NIGHT

Where: Downtown Millersburg It's the night for children! Santa will be on hand at The Village Toy Shop and businesses will be ready with small gifts, candy or crafts! historicdowntownmillersburg.com

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13 WAYNE COUNTY CHORAL UNION CHRISTMAS CONCERT

26- FEB. 28 AFTER CHRISTMAS SALE AT TIS THE SEASON

Where: Tis the Season, 4363 St. Rt. 39, Berlin Save 50% storewide (collectibles not included) at Ohio's largest year round Christmas shop.

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When: Sat. 2 & 7 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m.

Where: Wooster United Methodist Church, 243 N. Market St. Traditional Christmas and holiday songs. The group will also perform at Home for the Holidays Nov. 25 in Orrville and the Wooster Downtown Church Walk Dec. 2.

pet health supplies animal health dog food livestock feed NON GMO products free local delivery mail orders

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Merry Christmas

Where: 4363 St. Rt. 39, Berlin Save 25% on fabrics, books, stencils, patterns and notions at this one day sale.

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New Catalog Call Today For Yours

Happy Holidays from your friends

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31 END OF THE YEAR SALE AT GRAMMA FANNIES QUILT BARN

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Stop in and Visit Keim Lumber this Holiday Season

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Amish Country Peddler Story & Photos by KATE MINNICH

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AMISH HEARTLAND WRITER / DESIGNER

ur goal is to create an experience. We want people to walk out of the store and think, wow that was great,” says Tim Schlabach. By visiting different wholesale shows, and discovering unique vendors and artisans from our area, Amish Country Peddler is able to provide items unique to their store. As soon as a customer arrives at Amish Country Peddler, the imagination kicks into high gear as the eyes take in the decorated porch.

Artfully positioned around the porch, the outdoor products are easy to envision within your own

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Fantastic Trips - Fantastic Value - Fantastic Memories

Jan. 27th - Feb. 4th “MIAMI & KEY WEST FLORIDA” Escape Winter! Inclds. Bus, 8 nights lodging, 13 meals, Cruise on Biscayne Bay, Hollywood Beach, tour of Miami, South Beach & Bayside Market – a day in Key West! $859. per person with pickups in Ashland, Wooster and Massillon.

Feb. 22nd Rogers & Hammerstein’s “THE KING & I” Bus, dinner and show. $132. per person March 19th – 25th “NEW ORLEANS” Bus, lodging, 10 meals, guided tours of New Orleans, Louisiana Plantation, WWII Museum, French Quarter. $699 per person March 26th – 31st “GREAT TRAINS & GRAND CANYONS” 5 nights in Sedona, Ariz., Inclds. Airfare, lodging, 8 meals, Grand Canyon RR, Verde Canyon RR, Oack Creek Canyon, Jerome, Scottsdale, tour guide. Only $2325.

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Created with the idea of supporting every woman in her own style, Bfearless provides quality clothing in realistic sizes and prices to fit the budget and figure of most women. The bulk of the clothing sold within Bfearless is obtained from fashion events in Las Vegas and New York. Remaining aware of the latest design trends, owner Tonya Schlabach and her staff members

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No outfit is complete without the right pair of shoes. The current colder weather is inspiring the boot look. When thinking about shoes, many do not think immediately of Crocs, but with the selection available at Bfearless wearing Crocs is possible and fashion forward no matter the occasion. Designed in every style imagined, Crocs are no longer limited to the original clog. Crafted from the same comfortable material, sandals and flats in a multitude of colors and styles wait to dress up any outfit.

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Heartland Adventures A Traditional Meal in an Amish Home Story by EMILY RUMES DIX COMMUNICATIONS

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ave you ever wished you could sit down and have a delicious meal, while learning about Amish home traditions and family life? Maybe you've wondered what it would be like to visit with the Amish in an authentic setting, to eat real Amish cooking brought straight from the kitchen right to your table. Well, luckily there are some warm, wonderful people that have decided to take on the task of satisfying the English curiosity.

Edna Kline, who is herself Amish, has been welcoming people into her home for about four years now.

She noted that there are probably four of five groups that come back each year, particularly in the fall to take pictures of the leaves and the beautiful colors that come out

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“Normally we don't actually sit down with them to eat, but we are there to serve the meal,” said Edna. “We have bread and salads for starters, water and juice which varies depending on the season and then mashed potatoes, chicken, noodles and gravy and other traditional Amish wedding foods.”

Edna has also done haystack dinners and during the Christmas season she will normally have homemade cookies and chocolates out for her guests, as well as hot chocolate and different coffees to drink.

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know her guests and even does a yearly prize drawing in May as a way of saying thank you. Everyone who comes puts their name in a basket and then Edna draws a winner.

Another name to know if you are looking to experience a traditional meal in an Amish home is Amish Heartland Group Tours. Shelley Millage is the main liaison who works together with Amish homes and the groups that will be visiting for a meal.

Normally there is a minimum of 5 people for the Amish Heartland Group Tours, but you can reserve a meal for less than 5 people at a flat fee of $150. With 5 or more people it is normally $30 per person and there are discounts for much larger groups of 50 people or more at around $25 per person.

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After the meal while guests are eating, the Amish hosts will tell about their family, answer questions and may walk diners through the main floor of their home to see how it is set up, with an opportunity to take photos outside with the buggy.

“The best policy is to ask the host and hostess what they are comfortable with when it comes to taking pictures and touring the home,” Shelley said. Each home does have an indoor restroom for guests and with some advanced notice, the family may even offer a buggy ride after or before the meal (usually for around $10 per person).

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A meal in Edna's home can be set up as more of a brunch or a dinner, afternoon or evening, either one is fine. The best way to set up a meal and find out the pricing is to contact Edna directly at 330-6000367. While it's ideal to know a week or two ahead of time, Edna has been able to work with people even when they are looking to set something up on shorter notice.

“I'm happy to do different things for birthdays too,” said Edna. “We can even put together a party or a celebration with the guests bringing gifts and then everyone can go sit in the living room after the meal and stay however long they want to. Plus I will do a small cake for the person whose birthday it is.”

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the Amish family, take a payment from guests over the phone and then send the guests a confirmation with directions to the home. Most of the Amish homes are within 20 minutes driving distance from Berlin, Ohio.

The food for the Amish Heartland Group Tours includes broasted chicken, roast beef, Amish noodles, green beans, hot and cold beverages, and assorted pies. They are also willing to be a little flexible on the menu if guests have something specific in mind that they would prefer.

One of the homes has been working with Amish Heartland Group Tours for 15 years. Some of the Amish cooks prefer larger groups and some prefer a smaller number of guests. Most times they will serve the meal, but occasionally if it is a smaller group they may eat with you.

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An Amish Christmas Story by MARK OLIVER & MARCUS YODER

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ne of the highlights of the Christmas Season for any Amish child is the school Christmas Program. Preparations for the program begin early, and by Thanksgiving, most teachers have prepared the program material and given the parts to the pupils.

In many schools, the Thanksgiving Singing at school is when the pupils and teachers exchange names for the gift exchange. The next few weeks are a flurry of preparation, with pupils thinking about what gifts they hope to give to their “name-exchange” person and memorizing their poems for recital and their parts in the plays. All

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but the youngest pupils are eager to learn their parts “in secret” so Mom and Dad will be surprised at the program.

The start of program practicing in exciting for the pupils, though perhaps a little less so for teachers, who are trying to fit practice and preparation in to the lesson schedule. “Props” for the play are brought along to school with much secrecy and giggles: “Mom wondered why we need a rocking chair for school!” The storeroom and basement take on the appearance of a thrift-shop.

Many hours go into practicing and getting the schoolhouse program-

ready. The last few days before the program, the energy level is high and there is a lot of cleaning going on. Typically the blackboards are decorated with coloured chalk pictures drawn on by the pupils and depending on the teacher’s artistic ability, colorful Christmas art and embellishments adorn the walls.

The day of the program, school dismisses early. The younger pupils go home while the teacher and older pupils make the final preparations. Desks are carried to the basement and the schoolhouse is filled with the backless wooden benches used for church services.

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teacher and pupils head home to eat and dress for the special occasion.

The evening of the program, the neighborhood begins arriving at the schoolhouse. Among the crowd there may be grandparents, married siblings from other neighborhoods, uncles, aunts, cousins and friends of all ages. There is an air of anticipation… The pupils, feeling perhaps both rather nervous and excited, place their gifts in the classroom and huddle together while the audience is seated.

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are turned off. Typically, one or two lights are left on, with tinfoil around the light-globe making a reflector to create a “spotlight” on the stage.

For the next few hours, the audience will watch the program.

The children sing Christmas Carols, recite their poems, perform their plays and activities. There may be a few tears wiped away at the more sentimental or touching pieces counterbalanced by laughter at the more comical parts. Santa Claus, reindeer, Christmas trees, and Frosty the snowman

are conspicuously absent, with the emphasis being on Christ’s birth and the joy of gathering with loved ones and the joyful reminiscence of childhood Christmases. There are typically some glitches, but those are met with gentle humor on the part of the audience.

From a teacher’s perspective, there is no other time the teacher and pupils feel so close or connected and it can be quite the event for the teacher to watch

his or her pupils presenting the program everyone worked so hard to prepare.

As the program draws to its conclusion, a wave of applause resounds in the schoolhouse followed by happy smiles and sighs of relief from the “actors.”

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to dash about with their treasures, the teacher opens the gift or gifts given by the whole school. This is often a substantial gift purchased by the schoolboard with donations given by the school families.

At most programs, snacks and beverages are offered and people visit with one another for a while before collecting their children and gifts and bundling up for the chilly trip towards home.

Another program is past… The schoolboard members and their wives usually help carry the desks back upstairs, pick up the trash and to restore some semblance of order, but the next day or so will see busy teachers getting the classroom back in order, cleaning up, and getting the various “props” ready to be sent home once again.

The program will be a topic of discussion for a while to come and

there are memories to be stored away, gifts to be treasured or played with, and family Christmas dinners to look forward to.

Mark Oliver is a former teacher who taught for over twenty years in a variety of Amish Schools.

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