Amish Heartland, June 2013

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Attractions • Events • Maps • Shopping

June 2013

The Parsley Pot

Herbs, decor and much more...

Beachy’s B eachy’’s Country Countr ry Chal Chalet let t

Yoder’s Oak & Cherry “No fancy building, no fancy prices”

Discovering a New Culture

A Plain Death

Book Review

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Computer whiz, Chloe Humphrey has found herself relocating from the big city of Cleveland, Ohio to small, rural Appleseed Creek, when she is offered a job as director of technology at the local college.

Chloe soon discovers this small town may not be as peaceful and quite as it seems.

Upon arriving in Appleseed Creek, Chloe crosses paths with a young, ex- Amish woman and two English men in a green truck who seem to be harassing her. After forcing them to move along, Chloe has managed to rescue a new friend and roommate; Becky Troyer.

While trying to get adjusted to her new life, Chloe starts noticing the men in the green truck mysteriously showing up throughout town. She can’t help but wonder if she is being followed.

In the midst of getting settled into her new routine and receiving a not so friendly welcome into her new job at Harshberger College, Chloe receives an emergency call from Becky. She had borrowed Chloe’s car in order to attend a job interview only to discover the brake lines had been cut. As she went careening over a very steep hill she collided with a buggy, killing an Amish bishop.

Fingers begin wagging at Becky as

they feel she has become a wayward soul. Becky relies on her new friend Chloe and her ex-Amish brother Timothy to help her get through this tough time. Meanwhile, an attraction seems to be growing between Chloe and Timothy.

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FEATURES

TRAVEL INFORMATION

The Parsley Pot: Herbs, decor and more .... 06 Bulk Food: Shady View Pantry ...................... 12 Discovering A New Culture: BYU-Idaho tours Amish country ................................................... 14 Furniture Heartland ........................................... 28 Yoder’s Oak & Cherry: “No fancy building, no fancy prices” ..................................................... 32 Beachy’s Country Chalet Restaurant: Mia shaffa hatt un gleiah goot essa ................... 37

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

Amish Heartland SPECTRUM Publications

IN EVERY ISSUE

Book Review............................................................. 02 Editorial ...................................................................... 02 Recipes ................................................................30 Buggy Wheel......................................................44

OFFICE Spectrum Publications • 212 E. Liberty St. • Wooster, OH 44691 • 330-264-1125 amishinfo@spectrumpubs.com www.amish-heartland.com Publisher Andrew S. Dix • Ad Director Rhonda Geer • Sales Amanda Nixon, 330-287-1668, Larry Gray, 330-287-1633; Donna Tomak, 330-264-1125 (Ext. 2210); Kriss Ott, 330-264-1125 (Ext.2277) • Editor Catie Noyes

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$PLVK FRXQWU\ WKURXJK WKH H\HV RI D WRXULVW It’s so wonderful to see the countryside come to life. Amish farmers are out tilling and planting their spring crops. The children are out of school right alongside their fathers in the fields or mothers in the garden. Some children are even tending to the planting duties themselves.

This past month I have been on a photo frenzy, trying to capture the scenes of spring in Amish country. The beautiful countryside is exactly my element and I found myself taken captive by the Amish country charm.

Sometimes I feel very blessed to be able to experience some of the things that I have experienced since becoming a writer for the Amish Heartland. I was excited to be asked to ride along with Amish Heartland Tours and see Amish country through the eyes of a tourist.

Riding along with Brigham Young University-Idaho’s Band, I got to listen to a group of Amish school children sing for the college students. It was mesmerizing listening to the young Amish children and very impressive to hear how well they were able to stay in tune with nothing but a pitch pipe to guide them. Read more about BYUIdaho’s tour and some of the interesting questions they had been itching to ask the Amish people on page 14.

Also in this issue, if you are ever traveling Interstate 71 through Ashland or even U.S. Route 250 just east of the city, consider taking the roads less traveled. It may very well lead you to this quaint little barn, that is actually home to a herb garden and gift shop. The Parsley Pot carries a variety of home décor, herbs and food products and many other gifts perfect for anyone in the family.

If you have been looking for a piece of furniture to finish off you’re new home office or bedroom, stop in to Yoder’s Oak and Cherry.

With 10 different types of wood finishes and the option to customize furniture pieces, you are bound to find a piece that completes your room. Yoder assures customers that customized furniture does not have to be expensive.

If authentic Amish food has been on your mind and your curious to expand your palate, stop in to Beachy’s Country Chalet Restaurant in Sugarcreek. Traditional Swiss dishes are served up in the small village centered around their Swiss heritage. Enjoy a wholesome meal and maybe glean a little history as well.

Use this month’s stories and events to plan your next trip to Amish country. The children will be out of school for the summer and Ohio’s largest Amish country perfect y makes the p summer vacation.

Catie Noyes Spectrum Publications Editor

INDEX OF ADVERTISERS

For more information about advertising in Amish Heartland, contact Amanda Nixon, 330-287-1668.

ANTIQUES & ART

Walnut Creek Antique Mall .....10

ATTRACTIONS

PHOTO TAKEN CATIE NOYES

World Crafts................................36

DINING & FOOD

Alpine Hills Museum .................26 Amish Heartland Tours .............09 Behalt/Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center ..........................05 Guggisberg Cheese Factory.......19 Helping Hands Quilt Shop and Museum ................................19 Rolling Ridge Ranch..................11 Yoder’s Amish Home .................36

Beachy’s Country Chalet Restaurant ...................................26 Boyd & Wurthmann ...................05 Brick Towne Tavern....................27 Broad Run Cheese House .........27 Kauffman’s Country Bakery .....11 Miller’s Bakery ...........................34 Mrs. Yoder’s Kitchen ..................10 Shisler’s Cheese House ..............05 Troyer’s Home Pantry ................19

BULK FOOD STORES

FURNITURE & WOODWORKING

Bulk Food Country Store ..........13 Country Salvage Ltd...................13 East Union Bulk Food ...............13 Neighborhood Pantry.................13 Shady View Pantry .....................13

CRAFTS & COLLECTIBLES

Audrey’s Attic.............................34 Collectors Decantors & Steins..27 Parsley Pot ...................................05 Sol’s Exchange ............................10

Green Acres Furniture...............29 Homestead Furniture .................29 Jake’s Handcrafted Oak ............11 Troyer Furniture .........................29 Walnut Creek Furniture ............29 Yoder’s Oak & Cherry ...............34

LAWN FURNITURE, STORAGE & GAZEBOS Country View Wicker .................36 Kauffman Lawn Furniture ........34

LODGING

Berlin Grande Hotel ..................41 Berlin Village Inn .......................41 Blessings Lodge ..........................41 Cricket Hill Cabins .....................40 Donna’s Premier Lodging .........41 Scenic Hills RV Park ..................10

SHIPPING/PACKAGING

PackShip USA ............................05

SHOPS & SUCH

Berlin Leather and Pets .............19 Bfearless............................. Back Cover Charm Harness & Boot .............35 Gospel Book Store .....................00 The Gospel Shop ........................27 Kiko’s Greenhous .......................19 Main Street Bears .......................05 Olivesburg General Store..........11 Sugarcreek Discount Grocery...27 Swiss Country Lawn & Crafts.............................45

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The Ohio State University's Rose Garden, whose 1,500 old-fashioned roses should be in full, fragrant bloom, will host a free public open house. The open house will be led by rose experts, feature a pruning demo, and the sale of a limited number of roses, all propagated from plants in the garden. For more information call 330-2633612 or visit oardc.osu.edu/ rosegarden.

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~ HOLMES COUNTY ~ BERLIN: Behalt at the Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center ³ America’s most-exciting cyclorama of Amish & Mennonite history; half-hour tours, bookstore, gifts; NE of Berlin, off US 62 at 5798 CR 77, (330) 893-3192, www.behalt.com; Open Year Round Mon.-Sat.

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~ WAYNE COUNTY ~ ORRVILLE: PackShip USA — We pack ... we ship ... anything, anywhere; furniture, antiques, fine art — no item too small or too large; Instapak foam to protect high value items; you shop ... we’ll ship; (330) 682-PACK (7225). www.packshipusa.com ORRVILLE: Shisler’s Cheese House — “The Best Little Cheese House in Wayne County�.

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The Parsley Pot

STORY & PHOTOS BY CATIE NOYES • EDITOR

Located just east of Ashland, you will find this little country store located in the perfect country structure- a barn. The bank barn, built in 1843, may have some years on it but looks in top notch condition, housing a variety of items from herbs to home décor.

The old time country feel and charm is carried throughout the store not only by the old wood beams that support the barn, but also in the old agricultural implements that hang from the walls. They seem to tell a story of their own as you take in the history that surrounds you.

Don and Sally Dilgard have spent 38 years creating a work atmosphere they absolutely love.

Their personalities make them a perfect fit for customer service, as they enjoy taking time to get to know their customers and share meaningful conversation with all of them.

“I just love coming to work every day,” said Sally. As a retired florist herself and her husband, once a horticulture teacher at Ashland High School, their creative talents become very crucial in developing a herb garden in the barnyard behind the building.

“When we opened and started selling herbs, we were the only business in the area,” said Sally.

The Dilgards carry a variety of herbs when they are in season.

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herbs, which can be found among a variety of other delicious food items.

The Parsley pot carries a variety of dip mixes and teas as well as tasty saltine cracker seasoning which delighted customers were able to sample. They also carry a variety of housewares, such as napkins and place settings and a newly popular, rubber lid-which replaces aluminum foil or saran wrap, is microwave and oven safe and creates a tight seal on any bowl. The lids have been a big seller for the store.

“I think our store has a lot of things that make people feel good,” said Sally. “People get excited over the little things.”

And little things can be found throughout the store to add that touch of country or primitive style to your home. Two lofts over-looking the barn have been decorated with small table settings, knickknacks, canvas prints and much more.

A variety of seasonal items are available throughout the year. In one upstairs loft, along the back wall, a display features rustic, patriotic canvas prints, flag memorabilia and other patriotic décor items perfect for the fourth of July or any time of the year.

Sally’s arrangements of the merchandise is so appealing and helps to give you an idea of how the items might look in your own home. “I buy things that I would

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like to buy for my own home and so far my customers have liked it as well,” said Sally.

The Dilgards owe a lot of their business success to their loyal customer base.”We have a lot of local and out of town people and we have found that our best advertisement is through word of mouth,” said Sally.

“We’ve been very blessed with our business and our customers.”

The Dilgards have truly captured the rustic country charm, being located in a barn and keeping some of the old agricultural implements on the walls as well as selling primitive and rustic country décor. “It’s challenging to find new things that people will like, but that’s part of the adventure,” said Sally.

The Parsley Pot is located at 697 CR 1302, one and a half miles east of Ashland. Store hours are TuesdaySaturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, Noon-5 p.m. For more information regarding specials or merchandise call 419-281-7514. The next time you are traveling through Ashland, hop off

I-71 and take the roads less traveled to Parsley Pot. You might be surprised in finding gifts for everyone.

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Scenic Hills

Located near shops and dining RV PARK in the Amish Heartland Enjoy peace & quiet of the country lifestyle 4483 TR 367 Millersburg, Ohio 44654

Walnut Creek Antique Mall -11,000-square feet of Antique dealers(Next to Walnut Creek Water Tower)

Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 9-5 • Fri. 9-6 • Sat. 9-5 4872 McKinley Place Drive, Walnut Creek (330) 893-4010

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Delicious Family Style Meals Made from Scratch

Hours: Mon.-Sat. 7am-8pm • St. Rt. 241 in Mt. Hope

330-674-0922 • www.mrsyoderskitchen.com 3 miles north of Berlin & 18 miles south of Massillon

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Sol’s in Berlin

www.solsinberlin.com

Ohio’s Largest Arts & Crafts Mall An Amish Country ‘Must See’ Since ‘93

Search: Sol’s in Berlin

June-October Open 9am-7pm Daily

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OPEN YEAR ROUND • Closed Sundays 4914 West Main St. • Berlin, OH 44610 • 330.893.3134

One of the Largest Bakeries in Amish Country Baked Goods Made Fresh Daily

QUALITY BAKING SINCE 1992!

Bakery • CafÊ • Bulk Ice Cream Parlor

“Featuring Grilled Panini Sandwiches�

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4357 US 62, Millersburg Across from Heini’s Cheese in the of Amish Country Open Monday-Saturday Sundays (May-Thanksgiving)

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“We don’t advertise often but wee have found that our best advertising is from our satisfied customers and word of mouth,” said Susan.

Shady View is located at 3556 Zuercher Rd., in Dalton. Store hours are Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and Saturday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Cash,, checks and credit cards are accepted.

For more information or to place an o der call 330-857-8159. or

6SHFLDOV *June is strawberry month and fresh strawberry products will be available at Shady View Pantry. Stop in for products such as strawberry glaze, danishes and fresh picked strawberries. *Specials on all products vary weekly.

Shady View Pantry

The Neighborhood Pantry

Address: 3556 Zuercher Road, Dalton, OH 44618 Just north of Kidron Hours: Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; Sat., 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Closed Sunday; Phone: (330) 857-8159 Accepts Cash, checks and credit cards

Address: 7212 Ashland Road, Wooster, OH 44691 Just west of Wooster towards Ashland.

Hours: Mon. - Fri., 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; Sat., 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Closed Sunday; Phone: (330) 264-7010 Accepts cash, checks, debit/credit cards

Shady View is a family run business. They have been in business for 7 years and recently open their new location on Labor day last year. Many things stick out regarding this store that makes it a must see on your travels. Specialities include Gluten-Free and organic lines, a large deli for your meat and sandwich needs, local grown produce, frozen vegetables, fruits and locally made baked goods. Orders can be made by phone. Check out this store and you’re sure to enjoy their great service and excellent prices.

Open October 2012, Neighborhood Pantry is a great source for your grocery needs. Located just outside Wooster, it is a convenient stop for bulk supplies or your usual milk and bread. Selection of specialty products include: a deli with fresh made sandwiches, Nature’s Blessed frozen food line, Caanan meats, FRESH GROUND PEANUT BUTTER in three flavors; original peanut butter, chocolate peanut butter and almond butter. Neighborhood welcomes travelers and locals alike. Guarenteed to become a regular grocery stop.

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Pet Food • Paper Products • Cleaning Supplies

Bulk Food Country Store Country Salvage Ltd. Discount Grocery Store

Address: 9420 Kidron Road, Applecreek, OH 44606 2 miles south of US 250 Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sat. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Closed Sunday Cash and Good checks only.

Country Salvage had been serving customers for seven years. Enjoy HUGE savings on hundreds of everyday staple items like cereal, canned fruits, vegetables, soups, candy, snacks, juices, pet supplies, cleaning supplies and much more!

Inventory changes daily, so be sure to stop in for the latest in name brands and savings.

ADVERTISE YOUR BULK FOOD STORE HERE CALL

330-287-1668

Address: 14396 Dover Road, Dalton, OH 44618 1 mile West of Mt. Eaton on US 250 Hours: Mon. - Sat. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Open evenings by chance. Closed Sunday.

Only cash and good checks accepted

Bulk Food Country Store is a traditional Amish store that has been serving customers for 35 years. Products include: Nature’s Pearl Muscadine Grape Seed and juice, gluten-free mixes & flours, cake filling/icing, pie fillings, black walnuts, local maple syrup, snacks, candies, fudge, jams & jellies, Watkins, Stanley Home products, Fuller Brush products, F.L.P. Aloe Vera, LARGE selection of Tupperware, cookbooks, Dish cloths, Basic H and much more. Stop out and see Mary!

East Union Bulk Food Address: 9089 E. Lincoln Way, Orrville, OH 44667, 7 miles east of Wooster midway between Applecreek Road and Carr Road on East Lincolnway (old Rt. 30) Hours: Mon.- Fri., 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Weds., 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sat., 8 a.m.

- 4 p.m.; Closed Sunday; Phone: voicemail only (330) 682-2100 Only cash and checks accepted.

East Union Bulk Food has been in the Schlabach family since 1983 making 2013 our 30th year of business. We added a deli in 2002 which has been very popular and compliments our bulk food line, spices, and jar goods. With continued growth in the business, we built a new expanded store in 2011 to accommodate our customers with better satisfaction, more products, and better service. Service has always been top priority at East Union.

Discovering a new culture

Brigham Young University-Idaho Symphony Band tours Holmes County and shares their love of music STORY & PHOTOS BY CATIE NOYES • EDITOR

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eing a native of the Holmes and Wayne County area, it can be easy to overlook the simple ways of the Amish lifestyle.

While I have always had a soft spot for the countryside and the beauty of the Amish culture, I have a basic understanding of Amish culture. It’s always interesting to meet with people who have never seen an Amish buggy traveling down the road or don’t understand how the Amish survive without our culture’s basic necessities such as electricity.

The Brigham Young University of Idaho’s Symphony Band spent a few weeks traveling from state-to-state performing and taking in different cultures. Among their stops, was the Walnut Creek area of Holmes County, where they hoped to glean a little insight into the Amish Culture.

“The group was driving from Charleston, W.V., to Champion, Ohio.

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We knew we would be driving through Amish country that day, so we decided to stop and learn more about their way of life,” said Don Sparhawk, of University Events at BYU-Idaho.

“We do a tour every two years. We were very interested (in the Amish) and we have never been here before,” said Diane Soelberg, director of BYUIdaho’s band. “We were intrigued by the beauty of the countryside.”

Connie Miller, of Amish Heartland Tours, met with the group at Walnut Creek Cheese. I was pleased to be asked to tag along, not only as a reporter but a sightseer myself. As a local, I had never seen the need to partake in an Amish tour, but I was pleasantly surprised to learn some things myself and share some of my own knowledge with those who were unfamiliar with the culture.

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Bell Valley School. Miller had told me, this school was a newer order school and even taught classes for special needs children. James Beachy is the schools principle and a teacher.

Bell Valley school teaches students subjects such as; music, business, social skills and typing.

Once we arrived at the school, BYU students headed downstairs where Amish students sang a few church songs a cappella (without instrumental accompaniment.)

You could just feel the emotion in the room, as BYU students sat in astonishment at how well the young Amish children sounded on their own.

In return, BYU students prepared a number of their own to sing to the students a cappella as well.

A question and answer session followed the performance, and BYU students had the opportunity to ask Mr. Beachy and the Amish students questions about school and Amish life in general. BYU band members

learned the Amish do not use instruments and while they may sing every day, they do not have music lessons every day.

The Amish children were asked, “what’s your favorite thing to do in school,” in which most playfully replied with softball and volleyball games . “I was afraid of that,” Beachy joked over their responses.

BYU students also asked some of the students what they would like to be once they are out of school.

Some students replied with nurse or carpenter, while others plan to return to the family farm.

After a quick tour of the school house, we loaded up and headed to our next destination, a dairy farm in Walnut Creek. Along the way, Miller pointed out other school houses, Amish farms and homes and gave a brief history of the area.

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June Hope Weekly Livestock Auction 5. 12, Mt. When: 11:30 a.m.

Mt. Hope Auction Barn; 8076 SR 241, Mt. Hope 19, 26 Where: Amish and non-Amish bring their animals to market every Wednesday year round. Observers will see very old-fashioned carts and wagons and horses and buggies coming and going from the market. During fair weather ďŹ&#x201A;ea market vendors sell their wares on the outside. A large building also provides shelter for ďŹ&#x201A;ea market vendors and shoppers. Flea market opens at 7 a.m., Hay Auction and Produce Auction begin at 10 a.m., Livestock Sale begins at 11:30 a.m. and the Poultry Sale begins at 1 p.m. During the summer, small animals such as ducks, chickens, geese, turkeys, rabbits, etc. are sold.

For more information call 330-674-6188 or visit www.mthopeauction.com.

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Amish Country Quilt Show

When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Where: Buckeye Event Center A quilt show in the heart of Amish Country. This is an experience you won't want to miss. For more information call 412-372-8130 or visit www. amishcountryquiltshow.com.

7-8 Mt. Eaton Days

When: Fri-All Day, Sat 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Where: Village of Mt. Eaton

Leisure Birding with the Greater Mohican Audubon Society

When: 9:00 a.m.

Where: Seaman Orientation Plaza-Secrest Arboretum Free program-birders of all skill levels welcome. For more information call 330-464-2148 or visit www.secrest.osu.edu.

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Rose Garden Open House

When: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Where: OARDC The Ohio State University's Rose Garden, whose 1,500 old-fashioned roses should be in full, fragrant bloom, will host a free public open house with tours led by rose experts, pruning demo, and the sale of a limited number of roses, all propagated from plants in the garden. Garden of Roses of Legend and Romance. For more information call 330-263-3612 or visit www.oardc.ohiostate.edu/researchoperations/rosegarden/

Explore a Real World Cave

Where: The Wilderness Center, 9877 Alabama Ave. S.W., Wilmot You may have visited caves before, with the nice smooth walkways, spotlights, 16

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and a friendly tour guide to tell you “watch your step!” But have you ever crawled over boulders, climbed up rock walls, and squeezed through crevices to explore a unique underground world? If you would like to explore a real wild cave, in a careful and safe way, while respecting the integrity of the cave, we would love to have you along on our Beginner Wild-Cave Day-Trip. 15 or older; under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Attendance at the Caving Orientation on May 18 is required. Free. For more information call 330-3595235 or visit www.wildernesscenter.org.

Second Saturdays in the ‘Burg

When: 9 p.m.

Where: Historic Downtown Millersburg Join us on the courthouse lawn in Historic Downtown Millersburg for a FREE showing of Lincoln! Movies system provided by the Holmes County Prevention Coalition. Movie Sponsored by Majora Lane Care Center. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs! Popcorn and water will be provided by donation.

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When: 10:00 a.m.

Where: Wayne County Fairgrounds Watch these cowboys compete in timed shooting matches on horseback.

Family oriented club with members in Wild West outfits. For more information call 614-905-2008 or visit www.nooutlaws.com

Quailcrest Farm Spring Garden Fair

When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Where: Quailcrest Farm Over 45 garden related artists and craftsmen, food and music set in the beautiful Quailcrest Gardens! For more information call 330-345-6722 or visit www.quailcrest.com.

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When: 7-10 PM Where: Downtown Wooster Classic cars and street rods line the streets of historic Downtown Wooster.

Live music and food vendors. For more information call 330-262-6222 or visit www.mainstreetwooster.org

When: 7:00 p.m.

Where: Hartzler Family Dairy & Ice Cream Shoppe Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the evening outside listening to local musiciansweather permitting. For more information call 330-345-8190 or visit www. hartzlerfamilydairy.com.

Benton Days

When: Where: Village of Benton Enjoy a day of small town festivities

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Marshallville Antique Tractor Pull

When: 1:00 p.m.

Where: Marshallville Park Pulling antique tractors from 1900-1985. One of the oldest pulls in the area.

For more information call 330-855-1325.

Buckin’ Ohio Rodeo & Western Experience

When: 4:00 p.m.

Where: 8154 Garman Rd., Burbank Join Buckin' Ohio for a real Western Experience-fun for the whole family. See website for times and events. For more information call 330-624-7205 or visit www.buckinohio.com

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Thunder over Holmes County Independence Day Festival

When: 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Where: Cat's Meow Village; 2163 Great Trails Dr, Wooster 44691 Faline will be signing pieces from NOON-1 PM, prize drawings and refreshments. For more information call 330-264-1377 or visit www.catsmeow.com

When: 9:00 a.m.

Where: Wayne County Fairgrounds Fri Tack Sale, Sat Pony Sale. For more information call 419-547-0994 or visit www.nodpa.org

Where: Historic Downtown Millersburg, Courthouse Lawn Enjoy a fantastic day of good, old American family fun at Thunder over Holmes County Independence Day Festival! Come to the courthouse lawn for great food and desserts, children's games and contests, live music, booths, bounce houses, magician, and so much more! This year, the Holmes County Historical Society presents Abe & Mary Lincoln "The Holmes County Connection". Tickets are $5 and will be sold on site - space is limited, so arrive early (1:00 and 2:30). More information will be added in the coming weeks check back soon at www.historicdowntownmillersburg.com or call 330-674-3955.

Romantic Moonlight Serenade Wine & Food Event

When: 7-10 p.m.

Where: The Wilderness Center Stroll hand in hand on the trails while listening to classical music, samples of local foods and a glass of wine. For more information call 330-359-5235 or visit www.wildernesscenter.org

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5 Behalt/ Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center

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

5798 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5671534º -81.7815958º)

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29 Guggisberg Cheese

5568 TR 381., Millersburg (40.503017º -81.641373º)

5060 SR 557, Millersburg (Charm) (40.5246103º -81.8043815º)

62 Rolling Ridge Ranch 3691 CR 168, Milersburg (40.5710402º -81.7519373º)

59 Yoder’s Amish Home 6050 Ohio 515, Milersburg (40.5753226º -81.7126356º)

31 Helping Hands Quilt Shop & Museum 4826 E. Main St., Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5615638º -81.7961283º)

4 Beachy’s Country Chalet Restaurant 115 Andreas Drive NE., Sugarcreek (40.499299º -81.635022º)

12Boyd & Wurthmann 4819 E. Main St., Berlin (40.561531º -81.7957431º)

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

14 Broad Run Cheese House

49 Shisler’s Cheese House

6011 Old 39 NW, Dover (40.510957º -81.573298º)

55 Kidron Rd., Orrville (40.796565º -81.746371º)

35 Kauffman’s Country Bakery 6013 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5738493º -81.781379º)

39 Miller’s Bakery 4280 TR 356, Millersburg (40.5308237º -81.8118837º)

52 Sugarcreek Discount Grocery 124 E. Main St., Sugarcreek (40.502667º -81.640291º)

55 Troyer’s Home Pantry 668 W. Main St., Apple Creek (40.7554854º -81.8442625º)

40 Mrs. Yoder’s Kitchen 8101 SR 241, Fredericksburg (40.6241479º -81.7915683º)

7 Berlin Grande Hotel

10 Blessings Lodge

4787 TR 336, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5594623º -81.8910436º)

5174 TR 359, Millersburg (40.5644642º -81.8078983º)

9 Berlin Village Inn

11 Blue Bell Inn

5135 SR 39, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5597161º -81.80692º)

47 N. Crawford St., Millersburg (40.554835º -81.914931º)

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5631 TR 351, Millersburg (40.5646509º -81.8497804º)

22 Donna’s Premiere Lodging 5523 East Strees, Berlin (40.560806º -81.795587º)

47 Scenic Hills RV Park 4483 TR 367 NE, Millersburg (40.5513798º -81.7821696º)

2 Amish Country Peddler

27 Green Acres Furniture

45 Parsley Pot

3239 SR 39, Walnut Creek (40.5451448º -81.7386129º)

7412 Massillon Rd., Navarre (40.561738º -81.799496º)

697 CR 1302, Ashland (40.8768762º -82.2596821º)

3 Audrey’s Attic 147 N. Main St., Orrville (40.841048º -81.764447º)

8 Berlin Leather & Pets 4774 US Route 62, Millersburg (40.5613792º -81.7939588º)

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3147 SR 39, Walnut Creek (40.544962º -81.737848º)

16 Carriage House 3213 SR 39, between Walnut Creek and Berlin (40.5450908º -81.7383975º)

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

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28 Greenhouse Shoppe 3649 Cleveland Rd., Wooster (40.845332º -81.928461º)

32 Homestead Furniture 8233 SR 241, Mt. Hope (40.6268459º -81.784219º)

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

46 Pine Cone Gift Shop 2877 Kidron Rd., Kidron (40.7653453º -81.7452453º)

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

53 Swiss Country Lawn & Crafts

34 The Kamali

2131 SR 39, Sugarcreek (40.5172712º -81.6999655º)

104 E. Main St., Sugarcreek (40.502969º -81.640811º)

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36 Kauffman Lawn Furniture

985 W. Main St., Sugarcreek (40.5110001º -81.6529587º)

4540 US 62, Millersburg (40.5690155º -81.7849802º)

56 Walnut Creek Antique Mall

37 Kiko’s Greenhous 15579 Lincoln Way West, Dalton (40.798646º -81.646774º)

4872 McKinley Place Dr., Walnut Creek (40.5404832º -81.7202957º)

38 Main Street Bears

57 Walnut Creek Furniture

225 N. Main St., Navarre (40.7225129º -81.5224304º)

3473 Ohio 39, Walnut Creek (40.5463267º -81.7477899º)

42 Ole Mill Furniture

58 World Crafts

4422 SR 557, Millersburg (40.505882º -81.78427º)

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

43 Olivesburg General Store

60 Yoder’s Oak & Cherry

4778 SR 545, Ashland (40.855888º -82.318932º)

6018 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.573872º -81.781354º)

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

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

25 Gospel Book Store 4925 West Main Street (40.7071309º -81.679855º)

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

44 Packship USA

15 Bulk Food Country Store

23 East Union Bulk Food

48 Shady View Pantry

14396 Dover Rd., Dalton (40.705216º -81.725832º)

9089 E. Lincoln Way, Orrville (40.795719º -81.812794º)

3556 Zuercher Rd., Dalton (40.756674º -81.731576º)

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9420 Kidron Rd., Apple Creek (40.68447º -81.74348º)

7212 Ashland Rd., Wooster (40.824947º -81.063804º)

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

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12 Boyd & Wurthmann 4819 E. Main St., Berlin (40.561531º -81.7957431º)

29 Guggisberg Cheese 5060 SR 557, Millersburg (Charm) (40.5246103º -81.8043815º)

34 Kauffman’s Country Bakery 6013 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5738493º -81.781379º)

31 Helping Hands Quilt Shop & Museum 4826 E. Main St., Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5615638º -81.7961283º)

38 Miller’s Bakery 4280 TR 356, Millersburg (40.5308237º -81.8118837º)

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5135 SR 39, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5597161º -81.80692º)

5631 TR 351, Millersburg (40.5646509º -81.8497804º)

5025 SR 557, Millersburg (40.5229551º -81.8039052º)

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46 Scenic Hills RV Park

5174 TR 359, Millersburg (40.5644642º -81.8078983º)

Lodging 5523 East Strees, Berlin (40.560806º -81.795587º)

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41 Ole Mill Furniture

5044 CR 120, Millersburg (40.556679º -81.832382º)

4422 SR 557, Millersburg (40.505882º -81.78427º)

8 Berlin Leather & Pets

50 Sol’s Exchange

4774 US Route 62, Millersburg (40.5613792º -81.7939588º)

4914 W. Main St., Berlin (40.5617104º -81.7991439º)

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60 Yoder’s Oak & Cherry

4925 West Main Street (40.7071309º -81.679855º)

6018 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.573872º -81.781354º)

4642 TR 367, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5513798º -81.7821696º)

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4 Beachy’s Country Chalet Restaurant 115 Andreas Drive NE., Sugarcreek (40.499299º -81.635022º)

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52 Sugarcreek Discount

980 W. Main St., Sugarcreek (40.499299º -81.635022º)

Grocery 124 E. Main St., Sugarcreek (40.502667º -81.640291º)

14Broad Run Cheese House 6011 Old 39 NW, Dover (40.510957º -81.573298º)

18 Collectors, Decanters & Steins 119 East Main St., Sugarcreek (40.502761º -81.640391º)

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34 The Kamali

112 East Main St., Sugarcreek (40.502816º -81.640546º)

104 E. Main St., Sugarcreek (40.502969º -81.640811º)

1 Alpine Hills Historical Museum 106 West Main St., Sugarcreek (40.503017º -81.641373º)

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Recipes AMISH BREAKFAST CASSEROLE Ingredients: *1 lb. bacon, cut up *1 onion, chopped *6 eggs, beaten *4 cups hash browns, thawed and shredded *2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded *1 1/2 cups cottage cheese *1 1/4 cups Swiss cheese, shredded

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2. In a large mixing bowl, mix together the remaining ingredients and then stir in bacon mixture. Transfer to a greased rectangular baking dish and bake, uncovered, at 350째 for 35-40 minutes or until eggs are set. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting.

APPLE OATMEAL Ingredients: *1 cup rolled oats *2 cups cold water *1/2 tsp. salt *1 finely chopped apple *Dash each of cinnamon and nutmeg

Directions: 1. Combine the oats, water, and salt in a saucepan and cook 10 minutes on low heat.

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Directions: Thoroughly mix dry ingredients. Add remaining ingredients.

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Yoder’s Oak & Cherry

“No fancy building, no fancy prices” STORY & PHOTOS BY CATIE NOYES • EDITOR

Unlike many established furniture businesses in the area, upon entering Yoder’s Oak and Cherry you won’t feel out of place stepping into a fancy, over priced show room of furniture. Marvin Yoder, manager, uses the tag line “no fancy building, no fancy prices,” to set the scene for his furniture business.

Set inside a large shop, Yoder’s furniture does not lack in quality or craftsmanship. Most of Yoder’s pieces are custom designed by Yoder himself or purchased from the local craftsman in the area. Yoder is always looking to improve upon his designs and create something new and unique his customers will enjoy.

Marvin Yoder began his career in the landscaping business. As the winter months approached, Yoder found himself looking for work to keep him busy.

“I’ve always had an interest in the furniture business,” said Yoder. He 32

began his venture with a store in Norwalk and spent three years driving back and forth from Holmes County.

The store was looking to reach out to the Holmes County market in order to sell their furniture to the large tourist crowd there. Once the opportunity to start his own store came around, Yoder couldn’t pass it up.

Today you will find furniture pieces such as; bedroom sets, kitchen and dining sets, vanities, jewelry holders, living room furniture and much more.

Oak and cherry are not the only wood finishes available, in fact Yoder’s Oak and Cherry offers up to 10 different species of hardwoods.

As you walk around the shop, you will notice catalogues displaying different styles and stains for furniture options.

Upholstery pieces are laid out to help you pick a piece that will fit perfectly in your home. Physical wood displays of different types, stains and paints are

strung out to help the customer find the perfect finish to compliment their latest interior design project.

Can’t find exactly what you’re looking for? Sit down with Marvin and share your ideas on the perfect kitchen island or your dream entertainment center. He can work with you to customize a piece exactly to your liking.

To make your shopping experience even more convenient, Yoder’s Oak and Cherry offers the availability of home delivery and shipments.

You will also find a variety of other small home décor items. Small wooden trinkets and sculptures are available such as; handcrafted motorcycles sculptures, Cat’s Meow Village Collectables and other small toys and décor pieces. Fake hall trees and plants and unique candle holders and table toppers are also sold at the store.

Yoder said his bedroom sets have been best sellers for his business and can be found in rustic and modern styles. While Yoder has no current plans of expansion, he is always “trying to come up with new ideas.”

Curios and kitchen islands are drawing more of an interest and Yoder hopes to design and develop more in his store.

Business has been good for Yoder’s Oak and Cherry. Yoder says he has seen a steady line of traffic as the tourists months begin. Yoder relies

mostly on his tourist customer base and sees a lot of repeat customers throughout the season. “We tend to cater more toward the travelers,” said Yoder.

“We have received good feedback on our low prices,” said Yoder. “Just because the furniture is custom made, doesn’t mean it’s expensive.”

Yoder’s Oak and Cherry is located at 6018 County Road 77, located across the street from Heini’s Cheese Chalet in Bunker Hill. Hours of operation are 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Saturday. The store may be contacted by next-day fax at 330-698-3200.

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Beachy’s Country Chalet Restaurant

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he village of Sugarcreek is not afraid to showcase their Swiss heritage. From the famous Cuckoo Clock in the heart of downtown, to the authentic Swiss Village architecture that is reflected in almost all the buildings in the area and their signature Swiss Cheese, Sugarcreek has come to be known as the “Little Switzerland of Ohio.”

Just outside of the village sits Beachy’s Country Chalet Restaurant, whose exterior also boasts this Swiss Village architecture. A large mural of the Swiss Alps is painted on the building above the entryway, giving you a taste of Swiss heritage and

geography.

A co-worker and I traveled to Beachy’s in order to partake in a meal of authentic Amish and authentic food from the Swiss Heritage. We were promptly seated in a wood booth with beautifully painted pictures on the ends that captured life in Switzerland.

The entire restaurant had a cozy, Swiss feel and even our waitress donned Swiss attire.

As we scanned our menus, we noticed foods for every appetite from salads and sandwiches, to platters of Chicken and Roast beef and sides of fries, mashed potatoes, vegetables and coleslaw.

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the full Swiss experience, we would have to indulge in a couple of the largest platters on the menu.

My co-worker ordered Beachy’s Amish Sampler which included a sampling of pan fried chicken, ham, roast beef, turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, dressing, vegetable of the day (green beans for us), and finished off with a sampling of pie.

I chose the Double Swiss combo which included heritage food such as the Wienerschnitzel (a lean and tender grilled veal cutlet,) Bratwurst and Sauerkraut. This meal came with three sides in which we chose the Roesti (Swiss home fries) and homemade noodles.

German phrases followed under each heading of the menu like; “Mia shaffa hatt un gleiah goot essa,”meaning “we work hard and like to eat good”- was listed under Amish and 38

Swiss Entrees. Having ordered from this category, we knew we were in for a good meal. “Vass iss amm cacha heit,” might be asked when referring to the special of the day (What’s cooking today.)

As we waited on what was sure to be a most filling lunch, we were served a basket of fresh bread with butter and apple butter for spreading. Dave Beachy, manager, joined us to share a little bit of the history on Beachy’s while we waited for our dinner.

Growing up Amish and being the youngest of seven boys made Beachy no stranger to the kitchen. “Being the youngest I was stuck in the kitchen helping mom,” said Beachy.

When he was older, Beachy moved to Florida to help his brother manage his restaurant. After three and half years of managing and working in the kitchen, Beachy decided to move back

home and use his talents to start his own business.

On Labor Day of 1988, the restaurant Beachy designed himself came to life. “When we opened up at first, we only served the construction workers and their friends and families,” said Beachy. But it didn’t take long for the locals and travelers to notice the new restaurant and start trickling in. Not wanting to say no to new business , Beachy said they served 600 people their very first day.

Being born and raised Amish has helped Beachy not only in the kitchen, but also in communicating with the locals and his employees. He has found that developing a relationship with his employees is key and offers to drive many of his employees to and from work each day. “I’ve developed a good relationship and rapport with my employees,” said Beachy.

For almost 25 years, Beachy’s has been serving up good food and good service. “If I keep having great food and great service, they will keep coming back,” said Beachy.

Beachy is always looking for ways to improve upon his restaurant and add to the menu. Recently an employee suggested adding Amish wedding chicken to indulge the people’s interest in authentic Amish food.

Just as their families did for them, Dave and Linda Beachy hope to provide good, wholesome food to their customers. They promote the community by purchasing fresh ingredients locally when they can.

“I do really see the value in working with the local community,” said Beachy. And in return, they see a lot of support from other local businesses.

Once our food arrived, we were overwhelmed by smells and the sheer size of the meal before us. The mashed potatoes were the creamiest potatoes we had ever tasted and were by far our

favorite. Each piece of meat was tender and cooked to perfection. While my co-worker found herself ogling over the mouth-watering chicken breast, I found I very much enjoyed the Bratwurst and Sauerkraut. The Roesti was certainly not overlooked, the pan fried potatoes covered in Swiss cheese were very tasty.

As we patted our stomachs from a most delicious meal, we were sent home with a small slice of Strawberry pie (which was also delicious once we had room to indulge a little more.)

One final phrase on the menu can easily sum up our lunch experience, “Na dess is vass ma recht essa heist” – Now this is what you call real eating.

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and asked about things they saw along the way. It was very interesting to see the countryside through the eyes of a tourist and better understand how to answer their questions when it came to Amish culture.

The next tour stop was Rolling Ridge Meadows, an 143 acre organic dairy farm, owned by Jerry and Gloria Miller.

Rolling Ridge Meadows is certified organic, home to 40-45 pasture raised cows, and grows hay and corn.

Unfortunately the weather was less than cooperative and forced us to gather in the shop while Miller talked about his farm. Although students were unable to tour the farm, they were entertained by a couple of playful goats. The two youngest Miller daughters brought bottles of milk with them for the students to feed the excited animals.

Gathered around the family, BYU students sang their a cappella song once again followed by a story from Jerry Miller, about their eldest son who had passed away from a farming accident. The moment was so up lifting and moving there was hardly a dry eye in the crowd.

Once again BYU students had the opportunity to ask the Amish family questions about Amish life. The most entertaining question of the afternoon came from a young lady who asked Gloria “how do your bonnets stay on your heads,” to which she replied “double stick tape.”

As the students begin to breakaway and look at the different buggies Jerry had lined up in his shop, others gathered around the family to ask 42

more questions. Students even shared conversations with the young children, asking them how they liked growing up on a farm and partaking in the workload.

As the day came to end, it was great to see the students having a good time and being truly interested in the Amish culture. The BYU-Idaho Symphony Band is from Rexburg, Idaho and is comprised of 44 members. During their tour, the band made stops in Indiana, Pennsylvania , Kentucky, Ohio and West Virginia; with performances in Chicago, Illinois; Fort Wayne, Indiana; Cleveland, Ohio; Louisville, Kentucky and more.

Mailbag When we ask people what their favorite part of the Amish Heartland is, we get comments on our magazine and the places we write about.

Here is what some of them have to say this month: good Amish cooking, especially the “ The real mashed potatos. My partner likes to watch the work horses plowing. Also the beautiful flower gardens the women put out.

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about the Amish and all the “ Reading businesses. ”

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is my first time looking at “ This Amish Heartland. I enjoyed the photo contest pages in this issue since I am a photographer. ” is my go-to Amish car guide. The maps, “ Itstories/inns, article and pictures always make me smile. ” is there not to love? The beautiful “ What countryside, restaurants, bakeries,

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antique malls and gift shops. A peaceful refuge from the turmoil of the world.

Love the magazine too! Keep up the good work.

articles about the Amish way of life, “ The ” the recipes and finding the buggy wheel. ” Advertisements and recipes. I enjoyed “ the story on Alpine Hills Museum in this ads describing the various “ The past issue also. Thank you! establishments enabling one to plan an ” enjoyable outing. ” just drving through Amish “ Everything, Heartland, the scenery, shopping and “ I liked finding the buggy wheel best!” food. Everyone is so friendly and kind.”

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SUMMER PHOTO CONTEST Amish Heartland is having a summer photo contest.

For the upcoming season put your photography skills to work and capture the beauty that is only found in our Amish country.

Contestants can submit up to 10 of their best photos.

The deadline for the Summer Photo Contest is SEPT. 1, 2012.

The top three winners will be announced in the October issue of Amish Heartland. Winners will receive a 6-month subscription to Amish Heartland and a gift from one of our local retailers.

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