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May 2014

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Book Reviewreviewed by Catie Noyes • EDITOR

Tyler Anderson has found himself at a crossroads. Born to an ex-Amish mother and Englisch father, Tyler was raised a military kid until his mother passed away when he was six. His father, unsure of how to deal with the passing of his wife and being a single father, sends his son to live with his Amish grandparents. His whole life, Tyler grew up learning the

Amish ways and has found himself right at home amongst his many aunts and uncles on the farm. Now that Tyler has reached the age of 23, he has entered adulthood and must consider whether or not to commit to the Amish church and marry his love of six years, Rachel Hoeck. Tyler begins to ponder life in the Englisch

world and wants to know why his mother felt she had to leave her Amish world for it. Could Tyler be destined for the same path? Rachel believes he is simply searching for closure on why his father abandoned him but Tyler feels his calling is much more complex.Since taking up extra tours in the military,

Tyler’s father, Duke, found love once again and started his own family. When he came back for an 11-year-old Tyler, Tyler sensed he was no longer a part of that family and chose to stay with his Amish grandparents. Little did he know that this would create a rift between Tyler and his kid brother Brady in the future.Tyler visited with his dad, step-mom

and brother from time-to-time over the years, but Tyler was surprised to find that his father needed him at his home in California. Duke would be taking another tour in the military and his step mom would be traveling overseas for a missions trip leaving a 14-year-old Brady at home

alone. Duke asks that Tyler stay with him for a short time and try and to get through to him as he seems to be going through a phase. Tyler feels

this is God’s way of giving him a taste of the Englisch world he has been yearning and will hopefully put him closer to finding out why his mother left and what his future should hold.Tyler is led to believe that Brady is excited to spend some time with him, having always enjoyed visiting with his step-brother and sharing phone conversations over the years. But when Tyler arrives, Brady gives him the cold shoulder. What has prompted this behavior from Brady?Tyler soon realizes that God has many

reasons for this trip. Not only is he searching for clues about his mother or what his future should hold, but he must also repair relationships with his father and his step-family. In searching for clues about his mother’s

life, he stumbles upon her love of photography and finds himself wanting to learn more about the subject himself. He takes lessons from Lark, a friend of Brady’s and an attractive California girl. Will other temptations threaten his romantic relationship?God has presented Tyler with many

opportunities to learn more about himself and who he wants to be. Will he succumb to the Englisch world or will he

be drawn back home to a life he has always known and become the

Amish groom?

himself and whw o he wants to be. Will he suuccumb b to the Englisch world or will he

be ddrawn back home to a life he has always known and become the

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Chalet in the Valley and Guggisberg Cheese ...........................................06Bulk Foods: Bulk Foods of America.............. 12Slow Down: Amish Country moves at a much slower pace ....................................... 14Furniture Heartland: Cottage Country ............28Miller’s Bakery: Confection Perfection ...........32

Visitors’ Guide ....................................................05Calendar of Events............................................16Amish Heartland Map ......................................20Just Visiting: Amish Heartland’s Inns ............40

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Book Review: The Amish Groom .....................00Editorial ......................................................................02Recipes ................................................................30Patchwork Quilt Contest.......................................42Buggy Wheel......................................................44ABOVE PHOTO AND COVER PHOTO BY CATIE NOYES

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Catie NoyesSpectrum Publications Editor

riving the winding back roads of Amish country can be relaxing and almost

mesmerizing at times. It’s important to remember what may be hiding just over that next hill or around that next curve. Slow down and be safe as you explore the Amish countryside.

In this edition of Amish Heartland, we share some travel tips and safety tips as you navigate your way through winding back roads. We have highlighted a couple of businesses that should find their way on to your travel list as you plan your next trip to Amish country.

If you haven’t yet been, the Guggisberg Cheese Factory should definitely make your list of must-sees. See the cheese making process from start to finish from the large viewing windows while you shop for favorite cheese. Did you know that Margaret Guggisberg herself invented the name Baby Swiss after her husband perfected his first wheel?

Plan a lunch or dinner at the Chalet in the Valley just across the street. Try out delicious foods of authentic Swiss cuisine. A co-worker and I spent a

sunny afternoon sampling some of the Chalet’s favorites and we were not disappointed. However, I could have gone for a few more of the soft pretzel sticks we received as appetizers.

For dessert, make your way up the hill to Miller’s Bakery. It’s confection perfection, with homemade treats that have been made from family recipes and made with the same old fashioned techniques. Grab a seat at one of the log benches and take in the smells of fresh baked goods that surround you.

Many people travel to the Amish countryside once the weather warms up, so it is important to remember just who all you are sharing the road with. Be on the lookout for slow moving vehicle signs, children walking to and from school and farm machinery traveling from field to field. But most importantly, enjoy what nature has to offer.

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INDEX OF ADVERTISERS

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Amish Heartland, contact Amanda Nixon,

330-264-1125.

ANTIQUES & ARTWalnut Creek Antique Mall .....37

ATTRACTIONSAlpine Hills Museum .................27Amish Heartland Tours .............45Behalt/Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center ..........................05Guggisberg Cheese Factory .......09Helping Hands Quilt Shop and Museum ................................09

BULK FOOD STORESCountryside Market ...................13East Union Bulk Food ...............13Maple Valley Bulk Foods ...........13

CRAFTS & COLLECTIBLESCollectors Decantors & Steins ..27Parsley Pot ...................................05Sol’s Exchange ............................36World Crafts ................................37

DINING & FOODBeachy’s Country Chalet ...........27Boyd & Wurthmann ...................39Brick Towne Tavern ....................27Broad Run Cheese House .........27Kauffman’s Country Bakery .....39Miller’s Bakery ...........................36Mrs. Yoder’s Kitchen ..................37Shisler’s Cheese House ..............05Troyer’s Home Pantry ................39Troyer’s Homemade Chocolates ...................................39

FURNITURE & WOODWORKINGGreen Acres Furniture...............29Homestead Furniture .................29Jake’s Handcrafted Oak ............05Ole Mill Furniture ......................37Troyer Furniture .........................29Walnut Creek Furniture ............29

LAWN FURNITURE, STORAGE & GAZEBOSCountry View Wicker .................36Kauffman Lawn Furniture ........10

LODGINGBerlin Grande Hotel ..................41Berlin Resort ................ Back CoverBerlin Village Inn .......................41Blessings Lodge ..........................41Donna’s Premier Lodging .........41Scenic Hills RV Park ..................36

SHIPPING/PACKAGINGPackShip USA ............................05

SHOPS & SUCHAmish Country Peddler .............19Berlin Leather & Pets ................37Charm Harness & Boot .............39Gospel Book Store .....................00The Gospel Shop ........................27Kiko’s Greenhouse .....................09The Greenhouse Shoppe ...........10Main Street Bears .......................10Olivesburg General Store ..........10Swiss Country Lawn & Crafts ...11

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Antiques in the Alley

When:

Where:

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. For more information call 330-674-2412 or visit

www.historicdowntownmillersburg.com.

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8239 T.R. 562Holmesville, OH 44633

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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

Visitors' Guide

THE PARSLEY POT

A SHOP FOR ALL SEASONS

East of Ashland, Ohioat 697 Co. Rd., 1302

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

Call for directions. All major credit cards accepted (look for tourist activity signs)

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e made our way to the Chalet in the Valley for lunch one afternoon in early spring. The

weather had not yet broken, but the sun was shining and the snow was at a minimal. There was still a bit of frigidness in the quiet afternoon air.

Only a few travelers had made their way out to the Chalet for lunch today. Glen Meier, restaurant manager, assured us that once the weather warms they will be expecting guests from open until close. During the busy months, Meier explained that travelers are lined out the door just to get a seat and try some of the Chalet’s finest Swiss culture.

We settled ourselves in and reviewed the menu before us. A lot of authentic Swiss dishes made up the menu such as Wiener Schnitzel, Spaetzle, Bratwurst and Rosti which our waitress was happy to explain to us. She explained to us that Schnitzel is a way that the meat is prepared (which can be veal, mutton, chicken, beef, turkey or pork) – the boneless meat is thinned with a meat

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tenderizer, coated with flour, eggs and bread crumbs and then fried. Spaetzle is a type of egg noodles or dumpling and Rosti is shredded potatoes pan fried with Guggisberg’s signature Baby Swiss cheese.

My co-worker and I decided on a couple of the Chalet’s top entrees. My co-worker went with the black forest pork loin which was smothered in Baby Swiss cheese and topped with sautéed mushrooms. Her dish came with two sides - she chose a side of Rosti and baked apples.

I went for the smothered Swiss chicken which consisted of a tender, grilled chicken smothered in Guggisberg Baby Swiss and topped with mushrooms, onions and peppers. This meal came with one side, I opted for the onion

straws (just like an onion ring just in a different shape).

As we awaited our meals, we were served a couple of warm, soft pretzel sticks. They were the perfect appetizer to tempt your taste buds for the main course. We took in the authentic Swiss décor and fine detail work that went into every structure.

Meier explained to us that the woodwork was all original crafted by Alfred Guggisberg himself. Not only was he an expert cheese maker, but a fine woodworker and craftsman. “He was a jack or all trades,” said Meier. The most ornate piece is the wooden chandelier that hangs in the center of the room.

Once our food arrived, we couldn’t wait to dive in. The smells were overwhelming and with the first bite we were both

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smiling over our choices. The meat was tender and cooked to perfection and the cheese smothered over top really completed the authentic Swiss palate.

As we finished up our meal, we took in the fine craftsmanship that lay all around us. Handmade cuckoo clocks hung on the walls for sale and a small gift shop held a few fun keepsakes for your trip to the Chalet.

Meier informed me that the Chalet offers a Sunday buffet from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. “This is unique to the area because everything else is closed on Sundays,” he said. Stopping in for the buffet means the opportunity to try out a variety of Chalet favorites such as: Bistro Filet, glazed ham, roasted turkey, Bratwurst, breaded shrimp, cabbage rolls, German potato salad and more.

A banquet room downstairs can seat anywhere from 80-100 guests and can be

requested for private parties,

club gatherings and even couples retreats. The banquet room

features similar Swiss décor, a large fireplace and private access to the room from outside.

After paying the bill and patting our now full stomachs, I headed just across the street to Guggisberg Cheese to learn more about the history behind cheese making. Ursula Guggisberg, marketing coordinator and granddaughter to Alfred, filled me in on some of the family history.

Alfred Guggisberg began learning the art of cheese making at the young age of 16 in his homeland of Switzerland. After attending a highly regarded cheese maker’s institute, Alfred made cheese throughout Europe and Africa before traveling to the United States in search of a new challenge.

smiling over our choices. The meat was tender and cooked to perfection and the cheese smothered over top really completed the authentic Swiss palate.

As we finished up our meal, we took in the fine craftsmanship that lay all

requested for private parties,

club gatherings and even couples retreats. The banquet room

features similar Swiss décor, a largefireplace and private access to the room from outside

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He and his wife, Margaret, settled in the Doughty Valley of Charm. The local Amish community supplied him with fresh milk and he transformed what was formerly known as Doughty Valley Cheese into the Guggisberg Cheese in 1950.

After many years of perfecting his original Swiss recipe and experimenting with local milk supplies, Alfred created a new type of Swiss that was more favorable to the American palate. This new cheese was creamier and more mild compared to the traditional Emmental Swiss. It had smaller holes and was

overall a smaller wheel when compared to the traditional Swiss. Margaret called it Baby Swiss, which is where this name for the cheese originated.

“Everyone tries to duplicate [the original recipe for Baby Swiss],” said Guggisberg. “But ours is the original and nobody can quite duplicate it.”

The Doughty Valley area is particularly important to the Guggisberg’s cheese making process. “There are minerals in the soil that give the cow’s milk its flavor. We get most of our milk from the local farms,” said Guggisberg.

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Kiko’s GreenhousePottery & Gift Shop

Lawn Ornaments, Pottery, Flowers, Vegetables & Gifts

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ulk food stores are a staple in the Amish economy. Amish family’s or young

Amish entrepreneurs start bulk food businesses as a source of income, while many Amish also prefer to do their grocery shopping in small Amish owned stores. For some, it’s a family business that is passed on through generations.Many “Englishers” also shop at

bulk food stores frequently for their groceries (if they live close to an Amish populated area) and enjoy the relatively cheap prices. Others travel miles just to experience a bulk food store. They want to sample the most talked

about Amish foods and shop alongside Amish men and women. They want to travel off the beaten path and explore the back roads of Amish country while on their search.A lot of times, Amish men and women

will have a small bulk food store that they have started out of their home.

They typically sell homemade goodies such as; jams and jellies, spreads, pies and even soaps and lotions. Fresh produce such as strawberries, tomatoes and corn may also be sold when it is in season. Fresh sliced cheeses and meats are

a big drawing factor for many bulk food stores. Some have even began to incorporate delis into their businesses and sell fresh made sandwiches. Many “Englishers” love spending

time shopping in authentic Amish shops, where lighting is supplied by gas and old fashioned adding machines and registers without electric are used in more conservative Amish shops.For the Amish, it is a way of making

a living and supplying goods to the community at a reasonable price. It may also be a way a living, as they carry on the family store from generation to generation. However you look at, it seems Amish bulk food stores are doing well in this economy.

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Maple Valley Bulk FoodsAddress: 2430 Twp Rd 183, Baltic, OH 43804-9607Hours: Mon, Thu, Fri, 8 - 5; Tue, 8 - 7; Sat, 8 - 4; Closed Wednesday and SundayPhone: (330) 897-3536Payments Accepted: Cash, Check, Visa, Master Card

We carry a large variety of everyday needs including: Milk and eggs from local independent family farms, sliced to order deli meat and cheese (most cuts under $4/ lb.), cold cut sandwiches, snack foods, baking supplies, frozen foods and more.

Stop out for an authentic Amish shopping experience!

Countryside MarketAddress: 8375 Criswell Road, Fredericksburg, Ohio 44627Hours: Mon - Thu, 8 - 5; Fri, 8 - 7; Sat, 8 - 4; Closed SundayPhone: (330) 695-2288Payments accepted: Visa, Master Card, Discover

Family owned, we specialize in: deli meat and cheese, bulk foods, fresh year-round produce, all occasion cards and gifts including wedding, baby and seasonal. Countryside Market also carries a variety of baking supplies, bulk candies and spices as well as Hostetlers Super Tonic and Formula 717.

Call us for complete wedding and church orders. We offer weekly specials.

East Union Bulk FoodAddress: 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) 682-2100Only cash and checks accepted.

East Union Bulk Foods is a bulk food and deli store that has been serving the local community for over 30 years. Enjoy the large selection of bulk foods and spices, a large deli of meat and cheese that is sliced fresh while you watch, a large assortment of jarred goods (jams, jellies, pickled vegetables), apples and peaches in season, and an expanded line of gluten free products. Also find monthly specials on “Featured Items,” weekly specials at the deli and free samples here.

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Wayne and Holmes counties in northeast Ohio, along with parts of their surrounding counties, are home to the largest concentration of Amish in the world. Approximately 32,000 Amish reside in this area.

The main mode of transportation for the Amish is the horse and buggy. The charming clippity-clop of the horses’ hooves and the sight of a buggy full of barefoot Amish children bring smiles to the faces of many visitors to our area. The average buggy is six feet wide and travels at a speed of five to eight miles per hour.

Most roads in Amish Country wind up, down and around our hilly terrain. The county and township roads are often narrow, often dirt and gravel, and often with sharp, 90-degree turns.

There is an unusual mix of vehicles on the roads in Amish Country: semi trucks, box trucks, tractors and farm equipment, large cars, small cars, tour buses, motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians and yes, many horses and buggies.

For those living in the area, coming up behind a string of traffic slowed by an Amish buggy can often bring frustration, because the locals are just trying to get from point A to point B in the quickest amount of time. Those living in the area get used to situations such as following a horse and buggy up a long hill; it’s not safe to pass, as someone may be coming over the crest of the hill at any moment. We just have to patiently follow along behind and enjoy the scenery going by at one to two miles per hour.

But for tourists, the slow crawl usually isn’t a problem; it gives them time to look around and enjoy the view they came to see. The driver

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of the car, however, must be sure to concentrate on the task at hand ... driving the car. It’s just too easy to be sight-seeing and not notice what’s happening in front of you.

Often, you can be driving along at a comfortable pace, go over the crest of a hill and suddenly come upon a slow buggy on the other side. When motorized vehicles collide with a buggy, the result is usually quite serious “ injury, and sometimes death, to the occupants of the buggy and to the horse. Buggies are constructed nicely, but they can’t withstand the impact from a large vehicle at a speed higher than 10 mph.

Did you know a car traveling 55 mph will close a 500-foot gap between the car and a buggy traveling 5 mph in just 6 1/2 seconds?

The State of Ohio requires animal-drawn vehicles to have a slow-moving-vehicle emblem and/or reflective material that is black, gray or silver mounted on the vehicle, making it visible from a distance of not less than 500 feet to the rear when illuminated by lower headlight beams. The Amish community, especially the more conservative orders, has been resistant to the use of buggy-safety devices because of their belief in simplicity and determination to avoid anything that attracts attention or could be thought of as prideful. However, more and more Amish are adopting safety practices, and you’re more likely than not to see reflective tape and the orange safety triangle on the buggies.

Some roads have a wide paved berm for buggy traffic, thus freeing the

regular lanes for motorized-vehicle traffic. State Route 241, north of Mt. Hope, is a good example of this. In other locations throughout the area, sometimes there will be such a buggy lane beside the right lane going up a long hill, allowing faster traffic to pass safely.

Sgt. Stephanie Norman of the Wooster Post of the Ohio State Patrol, said when coming upon a horse and buggy, “remember the buggy driver is dealing with an animal that is often unpredictable.”

When you approach a horse and buggy from the rear, and you do have to pass them, keep in mind even the

most road-safe horse can spook at a fast-moving vehicle. Slow down, give them plenty of room and pass only when it is legal and safe. Rural roads are usually narrower than main roads, giving you less room to maneuver around a horse and buggy. Many country roads have a surface of loose gravel, and too much speed can cause a car to lose control.

Another consideration is coming upon a horse and buggy or a team of horses pulling farm equipment when the Amish driver may not be able to see traffic behind. A slowing buggy or farm equipment may be attempting to make a left turn, so be extra cautious if you are about to pass.

Also keep in mind, when you’re behind a horse and any type of non-motorized vehicle at a stop sign, both the animal and the vehicle may back up a few feet after coming to a

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Dandelion Festival When: Fri, noon-7 p.m. & Sat, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.Where: Breitenbach Wine, 5934 Old Route 39 NW, DoverEvery year the hills of Amish Country turn a delightful shade of yellow when the dandelions grow in full bloom. We harvest and celebrate them annual at the Breitenbach Dandelion Festival where we have food, fun and Dandelion Wine.

Brian Free & Assurance Gospel ConcertWhen: Doors open at 6:15 p.m.Where: Amish Door Village, 1210 Winesburg St., WilmotWhether singing at a rural church or large arena Brian Free and Assurance have one purpose - to share the love of Jesus through music, join us for a fantastic night. For more information call 888-264-7436 or visit www.amishdoor.com.

Lehman’s May Daze Spring CelebrationWhen: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.Where: Lehman’s Hardware, 4779 Kidron Rd., DaltonFood samples, crafts, games, product demos and much more. For more information call 888-438-5346 or visit www.Lehmans.com.

Splendid Spring Garage SalesWhen: DailyWhere: Sugarcreek AreaVisit a local business to pick up your map and find a bargain or follow the signs to find a bargain at one of the many garage sales going on throughout the weekend. Husband holding you back? Drop him off at the Vintage Garden Tractor Show and explore the bargains on your own. For more information call 330-852-7271 or visit www.villageofsugarcreek.com.

Holmes County Training Center Spring FestivalWhen: Fri, 7-10 p.m. & Sat, starting at 7 a.m.Where: Holmes County Training Center, 8001 Twp. Rd. 574, MillersburgTo benefit the students and adults of the Holmes County Training Center and Lynn Hope Industries – raffles, craft/furniture auction, quilt auction, games, food and more. For more information call 330-674-8045 or visit www.holmesdd.org.

Mother’s Day EventWhen: 8 a.m.-3 p.m.Where: Wayne County Flea Market, 4767 Fulton Rd., SmithvilleSpecial day of surprises for moms! For more information call 330-669-3648 or visit waynecountyfleamarket.com.

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Plant Discovery DayWhen: 9 a.m.Where: Secrest Arboretum, OARDC, 1680 Madison Avenue, WoosterIn and around Fisher Auditorium-OARDC. A premier plant and art sale with hard-to-find plants for the home and landscape. Walking tours, auctions, Bug Zoo, food vendors. Auction benefits Secrest Learning and Resource Center. For more information call 330-464-2148 or visit http://secrest.osu.edu

Antiques in the AlleyWhen: All DayWhere: Downtown Millersburg“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. For more information call 330-674-2412 or visit www.historicdowntownmillersburg.com.

Vintage Garden Tractor ShowWhere: Downtown SugarcreekOrganized locally, what started out as a hobby for two neighbors has turned into a show and swap meet. There are vintage garden tractors, parts vendors, a dead sled pull, hourly giveaways, a pedal tractor pull for children and more. This show also features customized garden tractors, lawn equipment, walk behinds, chainsaws and toy tractors. For more information call 330-852-7271 or visit www.villageofsugarcreek.com.

Lehman’s Antique Tractor ShowWhen: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.Where: Lehman’s Hardware Enjoy a trip to the past during Lehman’s annual antique tractor show. Collectors from across the state bring their tractors to Lehman’s back parking lot. They are eager to share their old-time farming stories and explain how the equipment works. For more information call 888-438-5346 or visit www.Lehmans.com.

Third Thursdays Craft SeriesWhere: Sol’s in BerlinThis craft night will feature making a Felt Flower Pin. Call Sol’s to RSVP at 330-893-3134 or visit www.solsinberlin.com.

Original Comedy Variety ShowsWhere: Amish Country TheaterFor more information call 888-988-SHOW or visit www.amishcountrytheater.com for schedule of shows and times.

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Cruisin’ for a Cure Care ShowWhen: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.Where: Killbuck Savings Bank, Downtown Killbuck, 165 Main St., KillbuckAwards, Door Prizes, Silent Auction & Live Music provided by “Prism”!Community garage sales & much more in Killbuck, Ohio.

Wayne County’s Music & RibfestWhen: 12 p.m.Where: Wayne County Fairgrounds, 199 Vanover St., WoosterBrought to you by WQKT & The Daily Record, a full day of fun, including a car show, performances by Northwest Territory, firefighter’s water hose competition, helicopter rides, Northern Ohio Outlaws mounted shooters demonstrations, Jerrod Niemann concert & more. For more information call 330-262-8001 or visit www.waynecountyfairohio.com.

Anita Renfroe ShowWhen: 12:15 lunch matinee & 6:15 evening performanceWhere: Amish Door Village, 1210 Winesburg St., WilmotComedian and author Anita Renfroe became an overnight Internet sensation when her YouTube video of her singing everything a mother says to her children in a single day to the tune of “The William Tell Overture” in just two minutes and fifty-five seconds was viewed by millions. Renfroe was featured on morning and late night entertainment and news programs and resulted in her becoming a comedy contributor for Good Morning America. For more information call 888-264-7436 or visit www.amishdoor.com.

Smithville Community Historical Society Open HouseWhen: 1:30 – 4 p.m.Where: Smithville Historical Society & Mishler Mill, Mishler Weaving Mill, Village Blacksmith, Sheller House, Carriage Barn and Pioneer Log Cabin open for tours. Located along Main Street in Smithville. Only Mishler Mill and Reception Center are handicapped accessible. For more information call 330-669-9308 or visit www.rootsweb.com/~ohschs/index.html.

Great Lakes Fiber ShowWhen: Sat, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.Where: Wayne County FairgroundsSales booths with fiber-related supplies and fiber art. Workshop and demonstrations, kids’ activities, Skein Competition, Fleece Show and Sale, Fresh cooked lamb and more! For more information call 330-264-9665 or visit www.greatlakesfibershow.com

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1 Alpine Hills Historical

Museum 106 West Main St., Sugarcreek(40.562007º -81.807211º)

3 Amish Heartland Tours 5568 TR 381., Millersburg (Berlin)

(40.503017º -81.641373º)

6 Behalt/ Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center

5798 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin)

(40.5671534º -81.7815958º)

27 Guggisberg Cheese 5060 SR 557, Millersburg (Charm)

(40.5246103º -81.8043815º)

28 Helping Hands Quilt Shop & Museum

4826 E. Main St., Millersburg (Berlin)

(40.5615638º -81.7961283º)

52 Yoder’s Amish Home 6050 Ohio 515, Millersburg(40.5753226º -81.7126356º)

5 Beachy’s Country Chalet

Restaurant115 Andreas Drive NE., Sugarcreek

(40.499299º -81.635022º)

14Boyd & Wurthmann4819 E. Main St., Berlin

(40.561531º -81.7957431º)

15 Brick Towne Tavern 980 W. Main St., Sugarcreek(40.499299º -81.635022º)

16 Broad Run Cheese House 6011 Old 39 NW, Dover

(40.510957º -81.573298º)

31 Kauffman’s Country Bakery6013 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin)

(40.5738493º -81.781379º)

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

(40.5308237º -81.8118837º)

37 Mrs. Yoder’s Kitchen 8101 SR 241, Fredericksburg

(40.6241479º -81.7915683º)

43 Shisler’s Cheese House55 Kidron Rd., Orrville

(40.796565º -81.746371º)

47 Troyer’s Home Pantry668 W. Main St., Apple Creek

(40.7554854º -81.8442625º)

48 Troyer’s Homemade

Candies8888 Twp Rd. 559, Millersburg

(40.612623º -81.935546º)

8 Berlin Grande Hotel4787 TR 336, Millersburg (Berlin)

(40.5594623º -81.8910436º)

9 Berlin Resort5330 CR 201, Millersburg (Berlin)

(40.556183º -81.820933º)

11 Berlin Village Inn5135 SR 39, Millersburg (Berlin)

(40.5597161º -81.80692º)

13 Blessings Lodge5174 TR 359, Millersburg (Berlin)

(40.5644642º -81.8078983º)

21 Donna’s Premier Lodging5523 East Strees, Berlin

(40.560806º -81.795587º)

42 Scenic Hills RV Park4483 TR 367 NE, Millersburg (Berlin)

(40.5513798º -81.7821696º)

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20 Countryside Market 8375 Criswell Rd., Fredericksburg(40.697839º -81.822298º)

22 East Union Bulk Food 9089 E. Lincoln Way, Orrville (40.795719º -81.812794º)

35 Maple Valley Bulk Food 2430 TR 183, Baltic(40.477639º -81.755922º)

2 Amish Country Peddler3239 SR 39, Walnut Creek

(40.5451448º -81.7386129º)

4 Audrey’s Attic147 N. Main St., Orrville

(40.841048º -81.764447º)

7 Berlin Furniture5044 CR 120, Millersburg (Berlin)

(40.556679º -81.832382º)

10 Berlin Leather & Pets 4774 US Route 62, Millersburg (Berlin)

(40.5613792º -81.7939588º)

12 bfearless.3147 SR 39, Walnut Creek

(40.544962º -81.737848º)

17 Charm Harness & Boot 4432 CR 70, Charm(40.506574º -81.784203º)

18 Collectors, Decanters &

Steins 119 East Main St., Sugarcreek(40.502761º -81.640391º)

19 Country View Wicker 2701 SR 557, Baltic(40.841048º -81.764447º)

23 Gospel Book Store 4900 Oak Street, Berlin(40.7071309º -81.679855º)

24 Gospel Shop, The 112 East Main St., Sugarcreek(40.502816º -81.640546º)

25 Green Acres Furniture 7412 Massillon Rd., Navarre(40.561738º -81.799496º)

26 Greenhouse Shoppe, The 3649 Cleveland Rd., Wooster(40.8453279º -81.9284401º)

29 Homestead Furniture8233 SR 241, Mt. Hope

(40.6268459º -81.784219º)

30 Jake's Handcrafted Oak 8239 TR 562, Holmesville(40.659197º -81.918054º)

32 Kauffman Lawn Furniture 4540 US 62, Millersburg (Berlin)

(40.5690155º -81.7849802º)

33 Kiko’s Greenhouse 15579 Lincoln Way West, Dalton(40.798646º -81.646774º)

34 Main Street Bears225 N. Main St., Navarre

(40.7225129º -81.5224304º)

38 Ole Mill Furniture 4422 SR 557, Millersburg(40.505882º -81.78427º)

39 Olivesburg General Store 4778 SR 545, Ashland(40.855888º -82.318932º)

40 Packship USA 1347 N. Main St., Orrville(40.856341º -81.764703º)

41 Parsley Pot 697 CR 1302, Ashland(40.8768762º -82.2596821º)

44 Sol’s Exchange 4914 W. Main St., Berlin(40.5617104º -81.7991439º)

45 Swiss Country

Lawn & Crafts 2131 SR 39, Sugarcreek(40.5172712º -81.6999655º)

46 Troyer’s Furniture985 W. Main St., Sugarcreek

(40.5110001º -81.6529587º)

49 Walnut Creek Antique Mall

4872 McKinley Place Dr.,

Walnut Creek(40.5404832º -81.7202957º)

50 Walnut Creek Furniture3473 Ohio 39, Walnut Creek

(40.5463267º -81.7477899º)

51 World Crafts 13100 Emerson Rd., Kidron(40.7412134º -81.7450194º)

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3 Amish Heartland Tours5568 TR 381., Millersburg (Berlin)

(40.503017º -81.641373º)

6 Behalt/ Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center5798 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin)

(40.5671534º -81.7815958º)

27 Guggisberg Cheese5060 SR 557, Millersburg (Charm)

(40.5246103º -81.8043815º)

28 Helping Hands Quilt Shop & Museum4826 E. Main St., Millersburg (Berlin)

(40.5615638º -81.7961283º)

14 Boyd & Wurthmann4819 E. Main St., Berlin

(40.561531º -81.7957431º)

31 Kauffman’s Country Bakery6013 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin)

(40.5738493º -81.781379º)

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

(40.5308237º -81.8118837º)

8 Berlin Grande Hotel4787 TR 336, Millersburg (Berlin)

(40.5594623º -81.8910436º)

9 Berlin Hotel and Suites5330 CR 201, Millersburg (Berlin)

(40.556183º -81.820933º)

11 Berlin Village Inn 5135 SR 39, Millersburg (Berlin)

(40.5597161º -81.80692º)

13 Blessings Lodge5174 TR 359, Millersburg (Berlin)

(40.5644642º -81.8078983º)

21 Donna’s Premier Lodging5523 East Street, Berlin

(40.560806º -81.795587º)

42 Scenic Hills RV Park4642 TR 367, Millersburg (Berlin)

(40.5513798º -81.7821696º)

7 Berlin Furniture5044 CR 120, Millersburg (Berlin)

(40.556679º -81.832382º)

10 Berlin Leather & Pets 4774 US Route 62, Millersburg (Berlin)

(40.5613792º -81.7939588º)

23 Gospel Book Store 4900 Oak Street, Berlin(40.7071309º -81.679855º)

32 Kauffman Lawn Furniture 4540 US 62, Millersburg (Berlin)

(40.5690155º -81.7849802º)

43 Sol’s Exchange4914 W. Main St., Berlin

(40.5617104º -81.7991439º)

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5 Beachy’s Country Chalet

Restaurant115 Andreas Drive NE., Sugarcreek

(40.499299º -81.635022º)

15 Brick Towne Tavern 980 W. Main St., Sugarcreek(40.499299º -81.635022º)

16Broad Run Cheese House 6011 Old 39 NW, Dover(40.510957º -81.573298º)

19 Collectors, Decanters &

Steins 119 East Main St., Sugarcreek(40.502761º -81.640391º)

24 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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115 Andreas Drive • 330-852-4644

980 West Main Street, Sugarcreek, OH 330-852-2403

Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 11am-12am • Fri. & Sat. 11am-1am • Sun12pm-8pm

Daily Drink Specials Daily Food Specials

Monthly Cocktails and BombsBeer • Wine • Spirits

Hours: Mon.- Sat. 9 - 6; Closed Sun.

330-343-38846011 Old Route 39, Dover

Halfway between Dover & Sugarcreek

Manufacturers of Swiss Heritage Wine and Broad Run Swiss Cheese

Curtain and Lace Shop

3 fl oors of displays, exhibits,

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Experience Swiss & Amish Heritage

Sugarcreek Information Center 330-852-4113 or 888-609-7592

106 W. Main Street, Sugarcreek, OHMon - Sat 9:00AM - 4:30PM

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330-852-9191

Come visit our decanter museum.

Over 3,000 decanters to view.

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Email: thegospelshop67@gmail.com

Hours: MON.-THURS. & SAT. 8:30-5; FRI. 8:30-8

We Do Special Orders

Bibles Books Music Bargain Books Inspirational Gifts T-Shirts Children’s Section

Great Selection of Cards & Boxed Cards in our Card Shop

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The Cottage Country style offers a cozy, rustic atmosphere and works well in smaller homes. This style really allows you to be creative when picking out pieces for each room. You have the option to restore old pieces and give them a modern twist or just leave them as the classic piece they are.

StorageMinimal space for storage is often a problem in smaller cottage style homes. Oftentimes furniture pieces have more than one purpose. For example benches or ottomans may open to reveal storage bins and coffee tables or side tables may have storage built in. Baskets can be used as a

catchall for misplaced items and work well with the country theme. Consider hiding modern technologies and appliances by tucking them behind cabinet doors to make a space feel larger and less cluttered.

The older the betterPart of what gives the Country Cottage style its charm is the rustic feel to the furniture and accessories. Old barn doors can be reused as closet or pantry doors; wood paneling from old barns make great flooring; and vintage signs make great works of art. The weathered look is most definitely in when it comes to this style of decorating.

It’s all about the detailsWood paneling and bead-board walls or backsplashes create a simplistic, country charm. Warn finishes and textures also add to the rustic feel. When it comes to furniture, the simpler the better. Floral fabrics, faded colors and country plaids make great curtains, tablecloths and upholstery coverings. Choose natural colors when painting; tones of greens, browns and blues seem to be most popular.

Country LivingWhen picking out accessories for your home, look for things that would normally be found in the country. Attend flea markets and farm auctions and look for old wood furniture pieces that could become something new. Salvage pieces like old windows to turn into picture frames or weather vanes or pieces of farm equipment to use as centerpieces and unique works of art.

If you enjoy the peaceful life of the countryside, the cottage country style may be just what you have been looking for. Warm earth tones make your space cozy for friends and family and vintage and weathered pieces add a rustic charm to your humble abode.

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RecipesSAUCY MEATBALLS

MeatballsIngredients:

*1 lb. ground beef*1/2 cup bread crumbs*2 eggs*`1/2 cup Parmesan cheese*1 tsp. parsley*1/2 tsp. garlic salt*Salt and pepper

Directions:

Combine all ingredients, mixing well. Shape into meatballs, and either fry in oil or bake in a 350° oven for 20-25 minutes until done. Drain.

SauceIngredients:

*1/4 cup A.1. SauceTM

*2 tbsp. brown sugar*1/4 cup ketchup*2 tbsp. butter*1/4 cup sour cream

Directions:

1. Combine A.1. SauceTM, brown sugar, ketchup and butter in a sauce pan. Cook over low heat 15 minutes.

2. Add sour cream; blend well. Pour over meatballs.

Also good over rice or noodles. You may also make very small meatballs and serve them as an appetizer.

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HONEY BAKED CHICKEN

Ingredients:

*4-6 chicken breasts*1/3 cup melted butter

or margarine*2 Tbsp. prepared

mustard *1 tsp. garlic salt*1/3 cup honey

Directions:

1. Arrange chicken breast in shallow baking dish. Combine other ingredients and pour over chicken.

2. Bake 1 1/4 hours at 350°. Turn chicken

every 15 minutes while baking.

Variation: Curry powder to taste may be added to honey mustard mixture.

Ingredients:

*1 cup butter*1 cup brown sugar*3 cups oatmeal*1 tsp. vanilla*1 tsp. cinnamon*1/2 cup sugar*1 1/2 cup flour*2 eggs, beaten*1 tsp. baking soda*1/2 tsp. salt

Directions:

Combine all ingredients and mix well (add oatmeal last). Drop by spoonfuls on cookie sheet. Bake at 350° for 10-15 minutes.

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When it comes to Miller’s Bakery in Millersburg, Ohio, you can thank an excess of egg whites for starting it all back in 1967.

Barbara Miller was making noodles for a local restaurant at the time and there were so many egg whites left over from the noodle making process that she and her husband Sam decided to start making and selling angel food cakes.

Miller started the bakery from her home with the help of her daughter, Mary Miller, who worked with her and managed the business, and her son, Jonas Miller (who would become full owner of the business in 1990).

The Miller family was good friends with the owners of Guggisberg Cheese and their children would often play together, so it was a natural choice to sell their cakes there.

“I remember when we were young we used to haul that angel food cake down to Guggisberg,” said Jonas Miller, Miller’s Bakery Owner. “Eventually though, the cakes sold so well that they would run out before we could bring down a new batch.” Guggisberg started sending customers up to the house directly to Miller telling them, “she might have some made that they just haven’t brought down yet.”

One of Miller’s friends told her if you can bake a cake you can bake bread. This started the creation of different breads, pastries, cookies, donuts and many other products that are still being sold in Miller’s

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Bakery today, along with bulk food items and a craft/gift shop near the back of the store.

Possibly one of the tastiest items Miller’s Bakery has to offer are their various tarts. “My sister, Mary and I worked for months to get that recipe exactly right,” Jonas remembered. “We would make up a batch, taste it, then wait a few days, make another batch and it kept getting better and better until we were happy with it.”

The amount of love and work that goes into each product makes it taste all the more special. The dough for all the items made in the bakery is mixed by hand. The only time a beater is used is for the egg whites and possibly for frosting. No mixers means that the products take more time to make, but the difference is in the taste and

it makes for a fabulous, flaky crust on the tarts that is very challenging to duplicate.

“I’ve given that recipe to people but I always tell them not to be surprised if it doesn’t turn out that way when they make it,” said Jonas. “We have our own methods and ways of doing things here that just can’t be duplicated in the kitchen at home. I even had a gentleman once who wanted to come and work in our bakery for 30 days to learn the techniques. I had to tell him no, but the fact that he wanted to do that tells me we must be doing something right.”

Talking with someone in town or hearing about it from a friend of a friend is probably the way that most people have found out about this quaint and delicious bakery, nestled on

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a hillside in Holmes County. The smell of wood smoke in the air from the cabins down below the store will take you back instantly to a simpler time.

“To sit here on a log cut from one of the trees on the hill and have a cup of coffee right from the stove, while you eat your tart or your donut, there’s just nothing like that,” said customer Sandy Ryan, from Grafton, Ohio. “They know that they can keep things simple here and I hope it stays that way.”

There have been those that would attempt to ruin this perfection. People who may think that the small business should open multiple branches or sell their recipes to the highest bidder, but Jonas Miller knows he has something special and so do his customers.

“I’ve been coming here for 30 years,” said Barbara Mann, also from Grafton. “We drive almost an hour and we love the cinnamon twists. I take some home and put them out for my family and about an hour or so later it’s all gone. Sometimes I have to hide mine in the dishwasher just so I can have a bite!”

Miller’s Bakery recently played host to some international guests when a group visiting the area from Japan stopped in to sample the bakery items while visiting several other Amish owned businesses for an article they were writing.

There have been hectic times in the early years of the business when the bakery had to run ovens that were meant for baking pizzas long into the night. Now the ovens they use are

much more sufficient for baking and the team can come in during off times and make products for local fund raisers, auctions and charity events in the community if need be.

The busiest time of year for the bakery is around October. Coming up in a few years Miller’s Bakery will be celebrating their 50-year anniversary and to commemorate this occasion Jonas plans on making sure they celebrate not only their success but their customers as well.

The bakery’s record for the most product that was ever sold in one day was when they made 127 dozen tarts that went out the door for customers (this happened during the busy season). For anyone doing the math that is 1,524 tarts in a single day.

Visiting the bakery this spring, customers can expect special flower cookies and other favorites like their popular buttermilk cookies. French toast lovers can pick up a loaf of Cream Bread and for those who love a good piece of toast from the toaster, the Garden Bread (which is the Cream Bread with dried veggies added) is a perfect snack for any time of day. There are also Cabin Monster cookies, chocolate chip & peanut butter cookies, snickerdoodles, whoopie pies, fry pies, raisin bars and nine different flavors of tarts including red raspberry, blueberry, cherry, cheese, plain and pecan.

Many of the local businesses stop out in the morning and pick up items for their employees. Workers can

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grab a donut or baked good on their coffee break. Occasionally there may be a way to work out a delivery to a place that is already on the morning route for someone, but as of right now Miller’s Bakery does not offer delivery of their products.

“Some of our items ship very well,” said Miller. “But there are certain things, like the crème sticks, that just don’t do well in the shipping and handling process.”

The creaking doors and the wooden floors, the aromas of butter blending with sugar and the smell of hot coffee waiting on the stove, these are the things that keep regular customers coming back again and again. As the bell dings out a loud, friendly clang over the door, you realize there is something to be said for keeping a business small - keeping it unique.

While the business has grown from just 2 or 3 employees to now having 10 on staff, it still remains true to the methods and the ideas that were put in place many years ago. The store is a great place to stop in and look around, but in the mornings the staff understands that many people are in a hurry and it is just as convenient to stop in and pick up items quickly.

“We know that people are often on their way to work or just stopping on a break,” said Jonas. “So we always try to be accommodating. We also take call in orders over the phone, that way if someone is driving from a distance we can make sure we don’t run out of what they are looking for. The best time to come is in the morning though, when we haven’t run out of anything yet.”

Miller’s Bakery is located at 4280 Township Road 356 in Millersburg. Regular store hours are Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. To call in an order or find out more information call 330-893-3002.

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Large Selection of Straw Hats and Cowboy Boots!

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“Grandpa had extremely high standards when it came to cheese making,” said Ursula. “Those standards were instilled in my dad and he has really built this place into what it is today.”

Their accomplishments say it all, being name the U.S. Swiss Cheese Champion in 2013 and the grand champion Swiss maker in Ohio. Their Baby Swiss cheese also took first place in the World Dairy Exposition. “We are hoping for an equally successful year,” said Guggisberg referring to the 2014 year ahead.

Guggisberg Cheese features a unique set-up where visitors can see the cheese making process as they shop. Large windows show everything from the milk entering the vat to the finished cheese wheel on the other side. The only part they cannot see is the aging cellar.

Customers can sample just about anything and if Swiss isn’t your forte, there are plenty of other cheese flavors to be sampled. “You name it we got it,” said Guggisberg.

The Chalet became a reality in 1983, when Margaret told her husband that she would love to open a restaurant that featured some of the different recipes she grew up with. “Grandpa basically

told her to go for it,” said Guggisberg. Over 250 employees work at Guggisberg

and share the same dedication and values in giving customers the highest quality possible. The bulk of the business remains among family as Ursula’s sister, Ashton Guggisberg-Womacks, begins her duties as the newest store manager. “She’s really getting into it and has some great ideas,” said Guggisberg.

“It is very much a family business and we all work together. We want everyone who walks in to feel like family too,” said Guggisberg.

Guggisberg Cheese is located at 5060 SR 557, Millersburg. You can watch the cheese being made, Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-noon through the viewing windows. Regular store hours are Monday-Saturday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. For more information call 330-893-2500, toll free 1-800-262-2505 or visit www.babyswiss.com.

Chalet in the Valley is located just across the street from Guggisberg Cheese. Restaurant hours are Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Sunday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. and closed Monday. For more information call 330-893-2550 or visit www.chaletinthevalley.com.

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Rules for entry: Each edition of Amish Heartland will have a piece of a quilt like this one to the right. Collect all 12 issues of Amish Heartland and paste the patches together in the template (availble in previous and future issues.)Mail your completed quilt to: Amish Heartland

Puzzle, 212 E. Liberty St., Wooster, OH 44691; Entries must be postmarked by January 31, 2015. One randomly selected winner with all 12 pieces correctly patched together will receive a quilted wall hanging from a local Amish quilter (pictures to come in a future edition.)

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complete stop. A good practice is to stop your vehicle far enough back so you can see where the rear wheels of the buggy touch the road (this gives you about 10-12 feet of clearance). If you’re driving a mini-van or any other vehicle with elevated seating, you must stay back even farther.

It is prudent to know your “closure time.” What is that? Well, it’s something that could save your life and that of others on the road. Closure time is the time a driver has to recognize and respond when coming upon another vehicle, usually from behind.

I know this is going to sound like those old algebra problems (train A leaves at 2 p.m. going at 60 mph, train B leaves at 3 p.m., etc.), but here are some mathematical statistics related to driving in Amish Country.

If you are traveling at 55 mph and coming upon a car traveling at 45 mph that is 500 feet ahead of you, after six seconds you will have 412 feet to react before colliding with that car. However, if you are traveling at 55 mph and come upon a horse-drawn vehicle only going 5 mph that is 500

feet ahead of you, you’ll have only 44 feet to react before colliding in the same six seconds. This is why you must keep your eyes pealed for slow-moving vehicles at all times.

The same goes for other slow modes of transportation. You’ll see many bicycles on the roads here, ridden by the Amish and by sight-seers. Many Amish walk to town, to their jobs and to their neighbor’s, so be careful to watch for them. Also, many Amish children hitch a pony to a small cart and take a ride. These ponies and carts are very low to the ground and often hard to see, especially if they’re in front of an automobile you approach from behind. And, here and there, you may come upon a herd of cattle being ushered from one pasture, across the road, to the barn or another pasture.

Therefore, there is much concern for careful driving when coming to Amish Country. It is such a wonderful area to visit, and there is so much to do. Don’t be in a hurry; slow down and enjoy all there is to see.

And always be aware of all the others with whom you’re sharing the roads. Drive safely and come back soon!

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Contest is JUNE 1, 2014.The top three winners will be

announced in the July 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

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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 May 31, 2014. One randomly selected winner with the correct answer will receive a gift from one of our Amish Heartland advertisers.In last month’s issue the buggy wheel was hidden on page 9.

Congratulations Larry Sedlacko of Latrobe, PA on being our March winner.