Amish Heartland, October 2014

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mish Heartland magazine has undergone a bit of a transformation. We’re growing!

And what better way to showcase this then to present to you a bigger and better size. You will still find the same great content that has made you come to love the Amish Heartland, just more of it!

We take pride in keeping our publication authentic to the culture. Once readers pick up our magazine they look for future editions and even subscribe.

Our magazine is more than just a guide; we feature the “meat and potatoes” of the area by providing niche information that delve much deeper into the Amish culture.

As we move forward with this exciting new edition, we hope to bring you some of the most intriguing and sometimes controversial topics of the Amish culture. In this edition of Amish Heartland, we had the opportunity sit-down with professor Donald Kraybill, who shared his research into the case of the “Bergholz Barbers.”

The news of a group of Amish men attacking and cutting the beards of their own community members spread like wildfire and made national news two years ago. Attacks like these had never been heard of in Amish communities before. What lead Bishop Mullet to perform such acts of religious hate on his fellow Amish men? Just two years later, many of the Bergholz Barbers had served their time in prison and returned to the Bergholz community by the summer of 2014.

Stay tuned to our book review section as we plan to review Kraybill’s book, “Renegade Amish: Beard Cutting, Hate Crimes, and the Trial of the Bergholz Barbers” in an upcoming edition of Amish Heartland. Kraybill released his new book in September.

They come for the leaves and they come for the deals. Probably one of the biggest draws for visitors of Holmes County’s Amish Country, is the beautiful fall foliage. In fact, Holmes County’s beautiful countryside was featured in a recent book by National Geographic called the “Four Seasons of Travel.” Holmes County was ranked third in the world for its scenic views during the fall.

They ranked just behind Sonoma County, Calif and Northern New Mexico.

You can’t catch all the beauty Holmes County has to offer in a day. Plan to spend the night at one of the Amish country’s finest hotels, Berlin Grande Hotel. According to manager Doug Burgess, first impressions are everything. So, from the minute you walk in the door, you are greeted with warm, friendly smiles and presented with first class amenities.

The deals this time of year just can’t be beat. The shops of Amish country are gearing up for holidays and planning their Open Houses. Why not stock up on top quality furniture to update the family room or plan a total re-design of a bedroom. The friendly, knowledgeable staff at Walnut Creek Furniture can help you find what you need even if you’re not sure what to look for. Sit down with a designer and customize the table of your dreams.

Before we completely turn the page on summer, take some time to reflect on the beauty that was captured on camera by our readers in our Summer Photo Contest. With each contest we do it seems to become harder and harder to choose a winner. Our readers have proven to be fantastic photographers and we have loved looking through your masterpieces.

Find us on facebook and see what we are up to back at the office and follow us while we are out touring the Amish countryside. We will be sharing photos of the beautiful fall foliage as soon as the leaves begin to show hints of their vibrant oranges, reds and yellows and passing along stories of your favorite businesses.

We hope you enjoy the new and improved Amish Heartland and we appreciate any feedback from our readers. We want to know what you want to read about. Without your readership and support we would not be the wonderful magazine we are today!

Thank you!

CATIE NOYES SPECTRUM PUBLICATIONS EDITOR Amish Heartland

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AMISH Heartland WHAT’S INSIDE

FEATURES

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BERLIN GRANDE HOTEL A lasting first impression

RELIGIOUS HATE CRIME The Continued Impact of the Bergholz Barbers

FURNITURE HEARTLAND Upholstery: Bring new life to an old piece

WALNUT CREEK FURNITURE If you dream it, they can make it

SUMMER PHOTO CONTEST

*COVER PHOTO AND FALL PHOTOS BY CATIE NOYES

TRAVEL INFORMATION

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS What’s going on in Amish Country

AMISH HEARTLAND MAP JUST VISITING Amish Heartland’s Inns

IN EVERY ISSUE

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EDITORIAL New Look, Same Great Content

BOOK REVIEW The Healing Quilt

RECIPES QUILT CONTEST BUGGY WHEEL CONTEST

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October 2014

AMISH

Heartland INDEX OF ADVERTISERS

ANTIQUES & ART

Walnut Creek Antique Mall.............14

DINING & FOOD

Alpine Hills Museum.........................29 Amish Heartland Tours.....................43 Behalt/Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center..................................03 Guggisberg Cheese Factory ..............03 Helping Hands Quilt Shop and Museum........................................05

Beachy’s Country Chalet...................29 Boyd & Wurthmann...........................39 Brick Towne Tavern ...........................29 Broad Run Cheese House.................29 Kauffman’s Country Bakery.............05 Miller’s Bakery....................................39 Mrs. Yoder’s Kitchen..........................46 Shisler’s Cheese House......................39 Troyer’s Home Pantry........................08 Troyer’s Homemade Candies............14

BULK FOOD STORES

FURNITURE & WOODWORKING

ATTRACTIONS

Countryside Market...........................11 East Union Bulk Food.......................11 Kuntry Korner Bakery.......................11 Maple Valley Bulk Foods.............10, 11

CRAFTS & COLLECTIBLES

Collectors Decantors & Steins..........29 Main Street Bears...............................39 Parsley Pot...........................................07 Sol’s Exchange....................................38 World Crafts........................................14

Green Acres Furniture.......................31 Homestead Furniture......31, Back Cover Jake’s Handcrafted Oak ...................07 Troyer Furniture.................................31 Walnut Creek Furniture....................31 Yoder’s Oak & Cherry......................42

LAWN FURNITURE, STORAGE & GAZEBOS

Country View Wicker........................09 Kauffman Lawn Furniture................42

LODGING

Berlin Grande Hotel..........................45 Berlin Village Inn...............................45 Donna’s Premier Lodging.................45 Scenic Hills RV Park..........................14 Zinck’s of Berlin.................................44

SHIPPING/PACKAGING

PackShip USA....................................39

SHOPS & SUCH

Amish Country Peddler.....................21 Berlin Leather & Pets........................37 Carriage House...................................14 Charm Harness & Boot.....................09 Erb’s Stove Center.............................09 Holmes Sew & Vac.............................14 Gospel Book Store.............................04 The Gospel Shop................................29 Mt.Hope Fence.......................Inside Cover Olivesburg General Store..................39 Primitive Porch...................................42 Rollingwood Photography................42 Swiss Country Lawn & Crafts...........49

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Wanda E. Brunstetter has captured our hearts and brought back the giggles in her third installment of the Half-Stitched Amish Quilting Club Series, with The Healing Quilt. Even a trip to Florida can’t keep the Millers from enriching others lives.

Lamar and Emma Miller are spending their time as newlyweds soaking up the warmer weather of sunny Florida. They found a small house in the Pinecraft community among many other Amish residents.

While Lamar seems to be satisfied spending his afternoons hunting for shark’s teeth on the beach shore, Emma has grown tired of the same old routines.

She misses her family and she misses her quilting.

Lamar suggests she consider starting another class while they are staying in Pinecraft.

Once again, Emma’s ad has attracted the most unlikely group of quilters. She can’t help but hope that her class will not only teach them all a new craft but that she can help each of her students with any struggles they are currently facing.

Jennifer is a soon-to-be, new mother with an unemployed husband. When she comes across the ad she knows she won’t be able to afford the class. Little does she know, expressing her grief to a friendly passenger riding next to her on the bus would get her an anonymous letter saying the class had been paid for, for her.

Erika is a teenager who found herself in a wheelchair after attempting a diving stint. Her life dreams and goals were brought to a sudden halt when she found she could no longer use her legs. Her father fears his daughter will sink into a pool of depression if she doesn’t find something she can do to keep her mind off her wheelchair.

B.J. is vacationing in Sarasota in order to work on his art. Trying to paint the waves while sitting in a studio in Chicago makes it hard for B.J. to capture the beauty of the tide. After learning of his terminal illness, B.J. decided a vacation was needed. When he came across the quilting class he decided learning to make a quilt would be a great way to help him paint a quilt.

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BOOK REVIEW Noreen is a retired widow who is looking for something to occupy her time.

When she came across the ad for the quilting class, she decided it was something new that she would like to try. Besides, ever since her husband passed and she no longer had children to teach, she needed something besides walking the beach to occupy her time.

Kim moved to Sarasota with her boyfriend in hopes to start an exciting new chapter in her life. Unfortunately, like most of her relationships, this one went sour. Kim was determined to make a name for herself instead of coming home to her family with her tail between her legs. She found herself a waitressing job and decided she might like to try her hand at quilting.

Mike can’t believe he got suckered into doing his wife a favor when she had to go out of state to care for her sister. Phyllis was only a couple weeks into the class when she got the call and having paid for the whole class, she couldn’t imagine just stopping. She convinced her husband to go in her place and share with her what he had learned once she returned.

Once again, Emma has found herself surrounded by a band of misfits. She knows this group was brought before her for a reason and she is determined to figure out each of their stories. Meanwhile, many of Emma and Lamar’s previous students find their way to the Millers even with them being all the way in Florida.

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Back by popular demand is our famous Basket making class. You are guaranteed to enjoy the triumph of making a basket in just about two hours. The reward of seeing plain materials take shape and form into a completed basket is a lot of fun and gives you a sense of accomplishment. We will provide all materials as well as snacks and refreshments. Enjoy a fun, light hearted evening where creativity is encouraged and cultivated.

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Berlin Grande Hotel A LASTING FIRST IMPRESSION

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I'm a firm believer in first impressions.

When you walk in the door, we want there to be something special that happens for each guest.

-Doug Burgess, general manager

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Story by EMILY ROEBUCK AMISH HEARTLAND CONTRIBUTOR

hen you pull up to the main entrance at the Berlin Grande Hotel, and look down on the farms and surrounding countryside cascading into Berlin, you are entering into a warm welcome that begins with the smiling, hospitable staff and is focused on going beyond guest expectations.

There is an ambiance to the Berlin Grande created not only by the appreciation for the simple things in life but also by the friendly atmosphere that is there from the moment a guest walks through the doors.

While guests may initially choose this particular hotel for the convenient location and its proximity to Berlin, they will likely come back again and again because of the friendly staff and excellent service.

Perhaps it will be the atrium and gardens in the center of the hotel, the falling waters from the entryway fountain, the warm cookies at the front desk or the Bee Kind lotions that will win you over, but whatever it may be, there is always something there to make each guest experience unique.

“I'm a firm believer in first impressions,” said Berlin Grande Hotel General Manager, Doug Burgess.

“When you walk in the door we want there to be something special that happens for each guest.”

Personalized service from the staff means they are trained to know that people are coming here for just that. The Berlin Grande is a four story, urban style hotel with 78 rooms and suites. All rooms and suites feature a microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker and a locally made mattress with plush bedding.

The mattresses at the Berlin Grande are a favorite feature and are hand made locally by an Amish craftsman located just up the road.

With Starbucks in every room and an expanded breakfast buffet which includes waffles, sausage and gravy, fresh cut fruit and cinnamon rolls, the Berlin

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Grande offers a variety of ways to help guests get off to the right start each morning.

“We want to go beyond what a guests expectation would be,” Burgess said. “Our philosophy revolves around offering people a room that is equal to or above what they would be sleeping in at home.”

The Berlin Grande Hotel has four large water softeners for the facility, allowing them to have softened water for all the rooms. There is also an indoor, heated, salt water purified swimming pool and whirlpool.

Views from the outdoor atrium look out onto the trees and hillsides of the surrounding fields and forest, displaying the surrounding foliage and skyline at its best. The location is also a draw for local tourists since the hotel is just steps away from Berlin, a main hub of the Amish community, allowing guests to take a scenic walk and reach Main Street in minutes.

All guests receive complimentary high speed internet access and the Berlin Grande Hotel is a non-smoking facility. Check in time is at 3 p.m., check out time is at noon and the Mini Grande Snack Shop is open 24/7 with free coffee, refreshments, apples and bananas stocked for guests in the lobby round the clock.

“People who stay here are not just staying for the Berlin Grande,” added Burgess. “They are staying here for everything that is happening in our area.”

The front desk staff is able to let guests know about local festivals and attractions and each guest will

receive an envelope with coupons and freebies, such as passes for parking and different area attractions.

When the leaves change, as they are beginning to do, the Berlin Grande will have many visitors coming into the area. A special they will have running from now until the end of 2014 is that if you book Sunday you get Monday's stay at half off the price.

All rooms have a balcony and for the pet parents looking to book a room there are also three pet-friendly rooms available.

What sets the Berlin Grande apart most is the staff.

They work together in a guest oriented fashion, knowing that a warm smile and pleasant demeanor go a long way in relating to the travelers who come through the front doors each day.

The Berlin Grande also has a conference room available for business meetings, seminars and small guest receptions, reunions or parties.

This year the Berlin Grande Hotel was one of the top ranked properties on Expedia, having been chosen as an Expedia Insiders' Select hotel for 2014. Expedia Insiders' Select is an annual award, recognizing the very best hotels available in the Expedia global marketplace, as judged by the experiences of Expedia customers.

Based on nearly 2 million guest reviews submitted annually, The Berlin Grande Hotel was one of only 650 winners worldwide. The hotel has been identified by Expedia customers as consistently delivering superior services, an exceptional guest experience and value.

Earning a place on the Insiders' Select list is a testament to the hotel's ongoing commitment to excellence.

The Berlin Grande Hotel was also a winner of the Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor for 2014.

This is awarded to accommodations that consistently achieve outstanding reviews on TripAdvisor.

There is much to be appreciated at the Berlin Grande and no detail too small when it comes to making a memorable stay even more special for each guest. From the fireplaces to the artwork and décor created by local craftsmen, there is something special waiting for everyone to discover. For more information visit www. berlingrandehotel.com. Find them on Facebook and Twitter or call them toll free at 1-877-652-4997.

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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.

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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. Join us July 10-11 for Customer Appreciation Days - lots of great deals and free homemade ice cream!

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.

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Hours: Sunday & Monday closed, Tuesday - Saturday 7a.m. - 6p.m.

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Family owned bakery and bulk food store since 1970. Well known for the large amount of fruit in every pie! The selection available includes: Bread, Rolls, Cookies, Fruit Pies (made with fresh fruits when in season), cakes, and their very own homemade noodles, locally made jams and jellies, organic coffee, maple syrup, and honey. They also feature a gluten-free and sugar-free selection.

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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.

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RELIGIOUS HATE CRIME THE CONTINUED IMPACT OF THE BERGHOLZ BARBERS Right: Township Rd. to 80 leading to the Bishop Mullet’s home and several other families in Bergholz SUBMITTED PHOTO

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n 1995, on 800 acres of mountainous land in eastern Ohio, near the village of Bergholz, a new Amish community was established

by Samuel Mullet. In an area known as the Yellow Creek Valley, Mullet was ordained bishop and began to consolidate power; breaking off the relationships and ties his community had with outside Amish groups.

The beginnings of this community, the events leading up to the beard cutting attacks which began in September of 2011, the trial and the aftermath are all discussed in Professor Donald B. Kraybill’s book, “Renegade Amish: Beard Cutting, Hate Crimes, and the Trial of the Bergholz Barbers.” Kraybill was recently in the area for a book signing at the Gospel Book Store in Berlin and to speak at the Perry Reese Community Center at Hiland High School.

Kraybill’s two year research project explored how the cult-like group emerged in the pacifist Amish society, what underlying motives propelled the attacks, the question of whether or not they were truly Amish and the question of why the jury convicted the defendants of federal hate crimes. It also addresses the issue of whether or not this case is significant for religious freedom in America and how it will impact future hate crime prosecutions for Americans.

In the book, Kraybill highlights “the purge” as the trigger event which led to the beard cutting attacks. During this time in 2006, Bishop Mullet excommunicated nine families who had objected to his leadership. When someone is excommunicated or “shunned” in the stricter Amish communities, they cannot be reinstated into another Amish congregation until they go to the bishop who shunned them and repent.

From left: Johnny Mullet, Lester Mullet, Daniel Mullet, Levi F. Miller and Eli Miller in the Holmes County Municipal Court, Oct. 19, 2011.

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Those who were shunned did not feel that they had done anything wrong. A group of 300 Amish elders from five different states met and decided they agreed on making the decision to nullify Sam Mullet’s power to excommunicate.

This direct limiting of his control made Mullet feel his religious authority had been overthrown and brought about anger, frustration and distrust towards anyone outside his own family and community.

By 2012, all but one of the 20-some families in his group were directly related to him somehow. Mullet had created a cult-like atmosphere. He was able to control and manipulate everyone living there and treat the community as if it were his own little world.

Mullet began sleeping with the women, promising that the sexual teaching he was giving them would help their marriage somehow. Very few women have spoken about their sexual experiences with outsiders, but during the trial Bishop Mullet’s daughter-in-law testified that she was made to have “sexual intimacies” with him. Those who resisted were ostracized from the community. Couples were sometimes separated for weeks or even months.

man who understood how to control and manipulate those around him. He began to call those outside their community “hypocrites” and when the attacks began it was his reasoning that they would be showing these hypocrites what they needed to do in order to get right with God. The assailants likely believed that they would be helping those who were struggling with the battle between good and evil. Because of Bishop Mullet’s teachings, his followers were completely convinced that the cuttings would shame the other Amish and also warn them of God’s impending punishment and doom because they had strayed from the true path of Amish faith.

Three of the attacks were nighttime home invasions, two were ambushes inside Bishop Mullet’s community in which the people were lured in. Attacks like these are unprecedented in Amish history.

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Mullet had created a cult-like atmosphere. He was able to control and manipulate everyone living there and treat the community as if it were his own little world.

Another practice which was unique to Mullet’s community was placing men and women in small chicken houses, dog kennels and pens inside barns which were called “Amish jails.” While these jails were not locked, people stayed in them for days or weeks in isolation. According to Bishop Mullet, this allowed them time to clear their minds and write things down in order to confess all their sins.

The beard cutting and head shaving began within the Bergholz community as a way to repent and show contrition. Families became too afraid to stay at Bergholz because they knew what Mullet was capable of and they were afraid to leave for the same reason. One of Mullet’s sons had begun to move his belongings and was trying to leave with his family.

When they returned to their house to get the rest of their things they found fresh cut trees lying across their driveway, the doors on their house boarded up, windows screwed closed, new locks on the doors and the basement intentionally flooded.

From the physical and verbal threats to the probing questions about sexual relationships, Mullet was a

Above: This illustration was drawn by Bishop Mullet's daughter and appeared in Plaintiff's Exhibit E, in the Troyer hearing transcript, vol. I, 190-98 (Jan. 11, 2008)

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In one instance ,an elderly couple was convinced by their son Emmanuel that they would be allowed to visit their grandchildren and were invited to come for dinner. As they were going to leave, Emmanuel grabbed a pair of scissors and began cutting his father’s beard. Two of the teenage grandsons restrained him and covered his mouth when he began to yell for help. The grandparents were released and left the community, refusing to press charges. Two months after the attack, the grandfather died.

The attacks fell upon nine victims; eight men and one woman. Federal prosecutors eventually charged ten men and six women with multiple crimes involving conspiracy, assault, concealing evidence and lying to the FBI. A disposable camera was used during the attacks.

Thinking it had been destroyed, the prosecution learned that it had merely been hidden in the woods.

The prosecution was able to find the camera and the pictures were used during the trial (some of the photos are included in Kraybill’s book).

The government had built its case against the attackers on the 2009 Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act. This federal statute criminalizes physical attacks based on a victim’s gender, sexual orientation, disability, race, ethnicity or religion.

“The Shepard-Byrd Act does not regulate religious speech or belief,” said Kraybill.“but it does criminalize violent conduct that targets victims because of their

religion. The First Amendment does not protect individuals who exact violence in the name of their own religious beliefs.”

During the three-week trial, the jury determined that forcible beard cutting is considered temporary disfigurement. The jury also found evidence that in four of the attacks the assailants were motivated because they disliked the religion of the victims.

Bishop Mullet was sentenced to 15 years in prison.

Four men, including two ministers, received sevenyear sentences. Five-year sentences were imposed on three other men and the remaining eight defendants received one and two-year sentences.

By the summer of 2014 most of the defendants had returned to Bergholz.

“It has never happened before in Amish history that all the ordained leaders in an Amish congregation are in jail,” commented Kraybill.

In August of 2014, the appellate court overturned the hate crime convictions in a 2-1 sharply divided decision, citing an error in the district court’s instructions to the jury. What is at stake now is, what motivated the attacks. Was it family feuds, interpersonal spite, or religion? The federal district court had instructed the jury that a religious motive was evident if the victim’s “actual or perceived religion was a significant motivating factor for a defendant’s action...even if he or she had other reasons” for attacking the victim.

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“The appellate court opinion made a distinction between religion being the primary or predominant motive and religion being a significant motive among other motives,” said Kraybill. “The Bergholz case was the first religious hate crimes conviction under the 2009 Shepard-Byrd Act. The interpretation of the motives will be the deciding factor as the case moves forward. It will affect not only the convictions for the Amish, but for other religious hate crimes and all types of hate crimes decisions in the future.”

Sam Mullet and the other defendants remaining in prison are still under indictment. They remain convicted for concealing evidence and perjury. They may petition the district court to be released from prison as the legal process continues.

For his research work and his book, Kraybill interviewed 30 Amish people related to Bergholz (including former community members and relatives of Bishop Mullet), held interviews with detectives, sheriffs, an FBI agent,

knowledgeable non-Amish people and the foreman of the jury from the trial.

When asked if he would write another book to follow up Renegade Amish, Kraybill said that it is likely that a revised version of book will be published as a paperback sometime in the future after all the legal dust settles. But it’s hard to know how many months or years in the future that will be.

“With the recent appellate court decision, this case is in extra innings,” said Kraybill. “The case is now elevated to something even more important because it’s outcome will determine how future hate crimes are prosecuted in America.”

Kraybill is a Distinguished College Professor and Senior Fellow at the Young Center for Anabaptist and Pietist Studies at Elizabethtown College. He is the author, coauthor and editor of more than a dozen books on Amish culture, including “The Riddle of Amish Culture” and “The Amish and Amish Grace: How Forgiveness Transcended Tragedy. “Kraybill is considered the country’s foremost authority on Amish society and was the only expert witness called to the stand by the government during the trial.

One of the questions that has been discussed and debated around the beard cuttings and the trial is whether or not the Bergholz Barbers are indeed Amish. Do they identify themselves as Amish? Yes, but Kraybill’s book makes note of 25 different ways in which the people living in Mullet’s settlement deviated from other Amish communities, violating fundamental tenants of Amish society.

From their own words, the Amish have recognized that the role of a leader should be taken on and carried out from a place of healing.

In an eastern Ohio Amish newsletter called the “Gemeinde Register,” an essay called “A Shepherd’s Authority” reminds us that those in authority must be like a physician, their “one desire must be to heal.”

The events in Bergholz not only show us what can happen when a person in authority abuses power to exact violence and sexual misconduct, but also serves to show that when those inside the community reach out and seek help they will find it. Our government, our laws and our common humanity compel us to provide that help and protection and to make sure that as legislation moves forward it continues to do so.

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This verse was recited by an Amish women who was attacked. She spoke the verse in an interview with Kraybill for his book.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS NOW PLAYING-DEC. 20 HALF STITCHED: THE MUSICAL Where: Carlisle Inn Sugarcreek, 1357 Old Route 39, Sugarcreek What could possibly go wrong when an Amish widow decides to teach a weekend quilting class?

Well...throw in a biker, a Marine, a quarrelsome couple, and a few more crazy characters and see what happens. From the same creative team that brought the hit musical, The Confession, Blue Gate Musicals presents - Half-Stitched! Cultures collide and personalities conflict when six loose threads and an Amish widow spend a weekend together learning a lot about quilts, and a bit about themselves. This Broadway-style musical comedy/ drama will have you bent over laughing, and then fighting back the tears, with intriguing relationships and unforgettable melodies. With hundred of standing ovations and thousands of happy patrons in the basket, come see what all the fuss is about!

Tickets will be $35 per person.

855-344-7547 amishcountrymusicals.com

4 UPTOWN, DOWNTOWN, ALL-AROUND TOWN COMMUNITY YARD SALES When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where: Orrville Plan to spend the day in Orrville. Over 100 residential yard sales plus sales at local merchants.

330-682-8881 www.orrvillechamber.com

4 APPLE CREEK PIONEER FEST When: 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Where: Apple Creek Historical Society Celebrate the 200th Anniversary of East Union Township with over 60 vendors, artists, demonstrations, pioneer crafts and food. www.applecreekhistoricalsociety.org

4, 11 & 18 OLD FASHIONED APPLE BUTTER STIRRING When: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Where: Yoderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Amish Home, 6050 SR 515, Millersburg Uncle Andy and Aunt Mattie, with some help from their boys, get the 30 gallon copper kettle on the fire in the morning and begin the process of apple butter. Do you know how many apples go in a 30-gallon batch? When you visit, you can take a

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4 VILLAGE OF SHREVE GARAGE SALES AND CHICKEN BBQ When: 10:30 a.m.

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turn stirring and try a sample too! They stir all day and fill up half pint jars to be sold.

330-893-2541 www.yodersamishhome.com

4-5 HOLMES COUNTY ANTIQUE FESTIVAL When: Sat, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun, 10 a.m.

Where: Historic Downtown Millersburg Two days of markets, arts and crafts, and demonstrations. Walk our historic village and enjoy the entertainment and great food. Kicks off with a 5K race, concludes with the grand parade and kids tractor pull.

330-674-4358 www.holmescountyantiquefestival.org

10-11 SUGARCREEK’S FABULOUS GARAGE SALES

11 ORRVILLE AUTUMN EXPRESS When: 8 a.m.-6 p.m.

Where: Orrville Depot, 145 Dept St., Orrville Day-long trip to view the beautiful fall colors.

Begins and ends in Orrville visiting five counties.

330-683-2426 www.orrvillerailroad.com

11-12 WAYNE COUNTY FARM FOLIAGE TOUR When: Northwest Wayne County Where: Sat, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun, 1-6 p.m.

Spend the day in beautiful rural Wayne County on a self-drive tour of area farms and agricultural business while enjoying the fall colors.

330-263-7456

Where: Village of Sugarcreek Follow the signs and pick up a map at one of the many garage sales going on throughout the community and visit the Swiss Village Corridor for bargains and buys from our friendly retailers. Maps are also available at most businesses.

888-609-7592 www.visitsugarcreek.com

10-11 CHARM DAYS Where: Village of Charm Charm, a small Amish town, is located on State Rt. 557 in rural Holmes County. Annually, in midOctober, the quaint community of Charm hosts Charm Days, which is a two day event hosting a bake sale, flea market, yard sales, old-fashioned chili and pies from the local school benefit and fiddling program. Merchants also offer discounts, specials and a grand prize drawing that brings the little town of Charm together.

10-11 ENCHANTED FOREST When: 6:30 & 7:30 p.m.

Where: The Wilderness Center, 9877 Alabama Ave., SW Fireflies will lead your family to meet the creatures of the forest at this fun, educational non-scary event.

330-359-5235 www.wildernesscenter.org

16 CRAFT NIGHT AT SOL’S IN BERLIN When: 6:30 p.m.

Where: Sol’s in Berlin, 4914 W. Main St. Come to Sol’s in Berlin for a craft night filled with basket making! Materials, refreshments and snacks will be provided. $10 per person or $15 for two if you bring a friend. RSVP .

330-893-3134 www.solsinberlin.com

16-18 JAKE’S HANDCRAFTED OAK, FALL SALE When: Thu -Fri, 9 a.m. - 5p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m. - 4p.m.

Where: Jake’s Handcrafted Oak, 8239 T.R. 562, Holmesville, Ohio 44633 Enjoy the drive through the back roads of Holmes County and stop in and enjoy the savings for this annual three day event. 8% off storewide.

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18 SMITHVILLE COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY OPEN HOUSE & APPLE BUTTER MAKING When: 1:30-4 p.m.

Where: Mishler Weaving Mill Grounds, 381 E. Main St. Held in conjunction with the Smithville Community Historical Society Pioneer Village & Mishler Weaving Mill.

330-669-9308 www.rootsweb.com/~ohschs/index.html

Orrville Junction and back. Train and track car rides will begin at 12:00 noon with the last ride at 4:00 PM. The train and track cars will be leaving from and returning to the McGill Street boarding area.

The Depot and Gift Shop will also be open.

330-683-2426 www.orrvillerailroad.com

31-NOV 1 SEASONS SPLENDOR ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW When: Fri, 5-9 p.m.; Sat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where: Greenbriar Conference & Party Centre, 50 Riffel Rd., Wooster Juried art and craft show with 125 booths on one floor. Free admission. Lunch available. Sponsored by the Wayne County Arts and Crafts Guild.

330-345-5962 24-26 PARSLEY POT 40TH ANNUAL OPEN HOUSE When: Fri - Sat, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sun, 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Where: Parsley Pot, 697 Co. Rd. 1302, Ashland, Ohio 44805 (look for tourist activity signs) 40th Annual Open House. Get in the season right!

Stop in and sample out some great refreshments and the famous spiced cider! Come and enjoy!

419-281-7514 25 21ST ANNIVERSARY SALE - SOL’S IN BERLIN When: Sat, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Where: Sol’s in Berlin, 4914 West Main Street, Berlin, Ohio 44610 Lots of sales and things to see! 15% off between 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. and 10% off 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. and then 15% off 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. storewide! Over 100 Prize Giveaways and FREE hotdogs all day!

330-893-3134 www.solsinberlin.com

25 JUMPIN’ PUMPKIN FESTIVAL & TRAIN RIDES When: Noon-4 p.m.

Where: Orrville Depot, 145 Depot St., Orrville The ORHS will be hosting our annual “Jumpin’ Pumpkin Jamboree”. Join us for one mile round trip train and track car rides on the ORHS siding to 20

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NOVEMBER PREVIEW 1 CHRISTMAS SHOPPE OPEN HOUSE When: Sat, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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1 Alpine Hills Historical Museum 106 West Main St., Sugarcreek (40.562007º -81.807211º)

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5 Behalt/ Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center 5798 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5671534º -81.7815958º)

3 Amish Heartland Tours 5568 TR 381., Millersburg (Berlin) (40.503017º -81.641373º)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

49 Troyer’s Homemade Candies 8888 Twp Rd. 559, Millersburg (40.612623º -81.935546º)

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

44 Shisler’s Cheese House 55 Kidron Rd., Orrville (40.796565º -81.746371º)

18 Donna’s Premier Lodging 5523 East Street, Berlin (40.560806º -81.795587º)

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

54 Zinck’s Family of Inns 4703 SR 39, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.560472º -81.790619º)

2 Amish Country Peddler 3239 SR 39, Walnut Creek (40.5451448º -81.7386129º)

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

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

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

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

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

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28 Homestead Furniture 8233 SR 241, Mt. Hope

42 Primitive Porch 4815 E. Main St., Berlin

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27 Holmes Sew & Vac 4897 West Main St., Berlin

45 Sol’s Exchange 4914 W. Main St., Berlin

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13 Carriage House 3213 SR 39, btwn Walnut Creek and Berlin (40.506574º -81.784203º)

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

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

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

19 Erb’s Stove Center 4100 SR 39, Millersburg (40.545561º -81.770881º)

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

22 Gospel Shop, The 112 East Main St., Sugarcreek

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

31 Kauffman Lawn Furniture 4540 US 62, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5690155º -81.7849802º)

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

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

47 Troyer’s Furniture 985 W. Main St., Sugarcreek (40.5110001º -81.6529587º)

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

37 Mt. Hope Fence 7102 CR 77, Millersburg (40.603298º -81.780687º)

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

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

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

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

53 Yoder’s Oak & Cherry 6018 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.573872º -81.781354º)

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

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

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

32 Kuntry Korner Bakery 12305 SR 39, Big Prairie (40.5867859º -82.0645150º)

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3 Amish Heartland Tours 5568 TR 381., Millersburg (Berlin) (40.503017º -81.641373º)

5 Behalt/ Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center 5798 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5671534º -81.7815958º)

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

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

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

30 Kauffman’s Country Bakery 6013 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin)

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

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

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

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

18 Donna’s Premier Lodging 5523 East Street, Berlin (40.560806º -81.795587º)

54 Zinck’s Family of Inns 4703 SR 39, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.560472º -81.790619º)

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

31 Kauffman Lawn Furniture 4540 US 62, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5690155º -81.7849802º)

53 Yoder’s Oak & Cherry 6018 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.573872º -81.781354º)

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21 Gospel Book Store 4900 Oak Street, Berlin

42 Primitive Porch 4815 E. Main St., Berlin (40.561488º -82.795519º)

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27 Holmes Sew & Vac 4897 West Main St., Berlin

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

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

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

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22 Gospel Shop, The 112 East Main St., Sugarcreek (40.502816ยบ -81.640546ยบ)

12 Run Cheese House 6011 Old 39 NW, Dover (40.510957ยบ -81.573298ยบ)

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Love Finds You in Sugarcreek Ohio RELEASES OCT. 7TH

+ Bibles + Books + Music + Bargain Books + Christmas Room + Inspirational Gifts + T-Shirts + Children’s Section + Great Selection of Cards & Boxed Cards in our Card Shop

BEACHY’S R ESTAURANT

112 E. Main St. Sugarcreek, OH 44681

330-852-4223 Email: thegospelshop67@gmail.com Hours: MON.-THURS. & SAT. 8:30-5; FRI. 8:30-8

AMISH & SWISS COOKING 115 Andreas Drive • Sugarcreek

Come visit our decanter museum.

Over 3,000 decanters to view.

980 West Main Street, Sugarcreek, OH • 330-852-2403 Winter Hours: Mon.11am-12am • Tues. - Sat. 11am-1am • Sun. 12pm-6pm

330-852-9191 119 E. Main St. , P.O. Box 473, Sugarcreek www.collectorsdecanterssteins.com collectorsdecanterssteins@yahoo.com $5 entrance fee or no charge with $25 purchase.

Experience Swiss & Amish Heritage 3 floors of displays, exhibits, and artifacts.

Audio visual presentations.

Visit our unique gift shop

Curtain and Lace Shop Manufacturers of Swiss Heritage Wine and Broad Run Swiss Cheese Hours: Mon.- Sat. 9 - 6; Closed Sun.

330-343-3884 6011 Old Route 39, Dover Halfway between Dover & Sugarcreek

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Daily Drink Specials • Daily Food Specials Monthly Cocktails and Bombs Beer • Wine • Spirits

Free admission – Donations accepted

Sugarcreek Information Center 330-852-4113 or 888-609-7592 106 W. Main Street, Sugarcreek, OH Mon - Sat 9:00AM - 4:30PM thru October

U PHOLSTERY: BRING NEW LIFE TO AN OLD PIECE T

he leaves don’t have to be the only things that change this season. Tired of staring at the same old boring prints on your favorite chairs or sofas? Consider a fresh new look for your favorite old pieces.

From colors to patterns to textures, the options are endless. Whether you’re looking to modernize your bedroom or add a vintage or rustic feel to your kitchen or living room, the Furniture Heartland stores can assist you in finding the perfect fit for your style.

Upholstery is the work of providing furniture, especially seats, with padding, springs, webbing and fabric or leather covers. Upholstering is an easy solution to updating your old furniture without throwing out your favorite pieces and buying new ones.

Your choice of upholstery fabric depends on several conditions such as; the intended use and location of the furniture, your budget, the ambiance in the room and the amount of time you are willing to spend on maintenance and care. Some of the most popular upholstery fabrics include cotton, wool, leather, nylon, polyester, olefin, vinyl, acrylic, silk and microfiber.

Get Inspired! If you’re not sure where to start, look through magazines and surf the web. Visit

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store displays and talk to store representatives.

The friendly representatives at the Furniture Heartland stores will be more than happy to assist you in finding the best textiles to fit your personality.

For those who are on a tight budget, upholstering can be a great solution to updating furniture in your favorite spaces. Bring new life to an old piece and change the mood of a room by simply updating the pattern or texture of your favorite chair. Stop in one of the featured stores, all found in Wayne and Holmes County’s Amish Heartland.

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Recipes SHREDDED APPLE PORK Servings: 6

Ingredients: *1 cup Musselmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Apple Butter *1/4 cup Musselmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Apple Cider Vinegar *1/4 cup brown sugar *2 tablespoons minced garlic *2 tablespoons whole grain Dijon mustard *1 teaspoon salt *1 teaspoon pepper *2 medium apples, cored and chopped *1 medium onion, chopped *6 boneless pork chops

Directions: 1. In small bowl, whisk together apple butter, vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, Dijon mustard, salt and pepper.

2. Place chopped apples and onions in slow cooker.

Add pork chops and pour apple butter mixture over top.

3. Cook on low for five to six hours covered.

Shred pork with two forks in cooker, and let meat marinate on low in sauce for 20 minutes uncovered.

Serve warm over rice or mashed potatoes.

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PECAN ROLLS Servings: 8

Ingredients: *3 tablespoons butter *1/3 cup brown sugar *1 tablespoon maple syrup *2/3 cup chopped pecans (divided) *1 package (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent sheet *1/2 cup Musselmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Apple Butter *1/4 cup raisins (optional)

Directions:

ZUCCHINI AND CORN SIDE DISH Ingredients: *1 tblsp. butter *1 tblsp. oil *6 small zucchini, sliced *3 large ears corn, cooked and cut from cob *1tsp. sugar *Salt and pepper to taste *1/2 tsp. dill weed (optional)

Directions: 1. In a large frying pan or skillet, melt butter and oil until hot, being careful not to let the butter burn. Add the zucchini and fry until golden, 5-6 minutes. Add the corn, sugar, salt, and pepper and cook until corn is heated through. Sprinkle with dill weed if using and serve immediately.

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Coat 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray.

2. In small sauce pan over medium heat, combine butter, brown sugar and maple syrup. Stir until melted and pour into baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with 1/3 cup pecans.

3. On cutting board, unroll tube of crescent dough into a rectangle (seal seams and perforations).

Spread apple butter evenly over dough surface and sprinkle with additional pecans and optional raisins.

4. Starting on long edge of dough, roll tightly, jelly roll fashion. With serrated knife, cut roll into 16 equal slices. Place each slice cut side down on the glaze in the baking dish.

5. Bake 18 to 20 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown. Remove from oven and immediately invert onto serving platter. Allow to cool five to 10 minutes before serving.

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Recipes COFFEE BEEF STEW Ingredients: *1 cup flour *1 1/2 tsp. salt *1/2 tsp. pepper *1 tsp. thyme *3 lbs. stew beef, cubed *3 Tblsp. oil *5 cups beef broth or stock *1 cup strong brewed coffee *1 Tblsp. Worcestershire sauce *1 tsp. paprika *1 tsp. sugar *3 Tblsp. catsup *6 potatoes, peeled and quartered *2 onions (or 1 large), quartered *6 carrots, peeled and quartered *1/2 cup peas, fresh or frozen

WHOLE WHEAT QUICK BUTTERMILK BREAD Ingredients: *1 quart buttermilk *4 cups whole wheat flour *3 cups brown sugar *pinch of salt *1 tsp. baking soda

Directions: Mix together all ingredients and pour batter into 2 greased loaf pans. Bake at 350째 for 60-70 minutes.

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Directions: 1. Place the flour, salt, pepper, and thyme in a bag and shake to blend. Add the beef cubes, a few at a time, and shake to coat.

2. In a large stockpot, heat the oil until hot and add the beef cubes; brown on all sides. Next, add the rest of the ingredients except for the peas. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 hours. Add the peas and continue cooking for another 15-30 minutes.

A truly happy person is one who can enjoy the scenery of a detour -An Amish Proverb PHOTO BY CATIE NOYES

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alnut Creek Furniture offers over 20,000 sq. ft. of showroom space that showcases hundreds of styles for every room in your house. Whether you are looking to add a few new pieces to the family room or are considering a full remodel of the bedroom, you can find what you need with the help of the friendly staff at Walnut Creek Furniture.

“We have great customer service,” said Galen Swartzentruber, manger at Walnut Creek Furniture.

“Our staff is friendly and knowledgeable. That’s what makes us tick.”

Customer service has always been key in the success of the business. “Our relationships with our customers have been our biggest success. We have twenty-year relationships that are still going...that’s something to be proud of,” Dale Miller, owner, said in a previous interview with Amish Heartland.

Dale and Regina Miller purchased the business back in 1989 when it was just four months old. Having a father who had been a part of the retail business, Miller was driven to own a business of his own.

A new building was built, expanding Walnut Creek Furniture by 5,000 sq. ft. This allowed for the rapidly growing demand for furniture in the area. With a focus on customer service and quality furniture, Walnut Creek Furniture has grown into the success that its owners anticipated.

Providing customers with quality, long-lasting furniture has and still is an integral part of the business. Custom made pieces can be constructed from any type of wood and complete in any desired finish.

“We do a lot of custom work,” said Swartzentruber.

“We can make anything anybody wants. They dream it, we make it.”

Over the past five years, Walnut Creek Furniture has incorporated a lot of industrial styles. Combinations of wood and steel are used in anything from tables to shelves and anything in between. These industrial pieces are constructed with steel bases and finished with a wood top.

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to their furniture. Live edge is also very popular, said Swartzentruber.

Live edge wood is just as it sounds. When a table top is constructed from live edge wood, the edge of table looks exactly like a fresh cut tree. No sanding and smoothing of the edge takes place.

A lot like the Murphy beds that were once quite popular and still may be in some homes, Walnut Creek

Furniture is introducing a line of Comfortwood Wall Beds. According to Swartzentruber, they have already been a hit among customers.

The wall beds work perfectly in rooms with limited space. When they are folded up into the wall, the underside of the bed doubles as a desk.

As the fall months roll in, Swartzentruber expects to see the fall rush working its way into Amish Country.

Shoppers come to stock up on their holiday wares and gifts.

“We sell a lot of dining sets for Thanksgiving. People want to be able to seat their whole family around the table for the holidays,” said Swartzentruber.

As the holidays approach, you can stay tuned for special deals and discounts by checking their website and facebook page. It’s time to start thinking about those Christmas orders that need to be placed. A customized piece of furniture makes the perfect gift for family and friends.

Walnut Creek Furniture is located at 3473 SR 39 in Walnut Creek, Ohio. Business hours are MondayThursday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information call 330893-3383, toll-free 1-877-893-9231 (9231) or visit www. walnutcreekfurniture.com.

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Mailbag When we ask people what their favorite part of the Amish Heartland is, we get comments on our magazine and the places we write about. In August, we received over 50 letters from all over the U.S. Here is what some of them had to say this month:

stories, ads, etc. I actually enjoy the whole book. “ The Thank you for providing this interesting reading tool.

We love visiting Amish country and we do so fairly often. God bless you!

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“ The stories and photos.”

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it all from beginning to end. I love the auctions “ Love and restaurants. ” don’t have a favorite part. I read it from cover to “ Icover.

Keep up the good stories and advertising. ” “ My favorite part of the Amish Heartland is finding new places to stop at. Thank you. ” We have been visiting Amish country in Ohio for over “ 20 years. It is always interesting and reading the Amish I just renewed my subscription for another Heartland an informative look at different aspects of “ Everything! year!

Holmes County. ” ” I love the recipes, the map, the articles and the I also enjoy finding the buggy wheel. “ The write-ups on various merchants and the photos.” “ advertisements.

Just a fun magazine all the way around. Thank you for a product that grants a few peaceful moments in the day! ” is not to like? We love everything; the food, “ What the shopping, the farms and all the beautiful flowers enjoyed the articles on Amish schools and Blessings “ ILodge. everywhere. The quilt flower bed (at Farmstead ” Restaurant) is just beautiful. ” -LINDA FULTON, SHINNSTON WV

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-GALA GODDARD, BELLVILLE

Fall Photo Contest Amish Heartland is having a Fall 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 Fall Photo Contest is Dec 1, 2014.

The top three winners will be announced in the March 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 cnoyes@the-daily-record.com.

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In last month’s issue the buggy wheel was hidden on page 15.

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