August 1, 2006
Hi!
I got emails from several people who attended the barn raising on the the 15th. Everyone seemed to enjoy watching this Amish tradition of helping a neighbor who has lost a barn. And by the way, the labor is all donated.....they are not paid to do this! Even though it was wet, the barns (yes more than 1) were raised in 1 day! The picture above shows a few of the people who came to watch.
School will be starting soon, so I suspect the next couple weeks will be busy here with people squeezing in a few days vacation while they can. The cost of gas apparently hasn't kept too many people away! October is the busiest month, so if you are planning on coming then, you'd better get your reservations made NOW!
Hope you enjoy this issue!
Carol Sechriest
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ANTIQUES TRADING POST & ANTIQUES IN THE ALLEY
GRAYSTONE COTTAGES
BUGGY RIDES
RECIPE FROM OHIO AMISH COUNTRY
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Antiques Trading Post & Antiques in the Alley
I think I might have mentioned the Antiques Trading Post in Berlin when they were having their opening day recently. Well, I finally had time to stop the other day and I really liked it.
The nice thing is, the owners are very particular about the items their vendors put in, so it keeps the quality they are looking for.
They have a nice selection of furniture, linens, pottery, tools, primitives, glassware and more. The back half of the building will be opening soon, doubling their space. The other nice thing is they are open on Sunday!! That's good, 'cause a lot of people stay for the weekend then wonder what to do on Sunday. They are also located right next to the Farmstead Restaurant and across from the Comfort Suites, so it is a good location!
Daily hours are Mon-Sat. 10-6:00, Sunday 11:00-3:00.
On August 12th, you will find Antiques in the Alley! What's that? It's a special sale and event in downtown Millersburg. This will be held in the back alleys and on the sidewalks from 9:00-5:00, rain or shine with 30-50 vendors selling their wares. You'll find everything from garden accents to folk art, primitives, art deco, and of course, great food! FMI 330-763-2859 or hdm@valkyrie.net.
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Graystone Cottages
I also took the time to stop at Graystone Cottages, located on N. Market St., in Berlin, right next to Walnut Creek Cheese. Owner Jim Gray was kind enough to show me the Lavender Fields Cottage. Very nice! Can sleep 2-4 people with 1 bedroom and a sofa bed. There's a kitchenette, jacuzzi, fireplace and full bath, and cold drinks and continental breakfast are provided.
Jim has a total of 4 cottages tucked back in off the
road. He says this is where modern life and Amish
traditions meet! He's right, because it is within
walking distance of all the shops in downtown
Berlin and there is a hitching rail out behind the
cottages!
The largest cottage, Lofty Places, has 2 bedrooms,
so it would be nice if 2 couples are traveling together.
It has 1 1/2 baths, jacuzzi, kitchenette, and a large
living area with a fireplace.
or call toll free 877-231-2912. Tell Jim you read about it here!
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Buggy Rides
One of the things I get asked about quite often, are buggy rides. There's an Amishman that gives rides in Berlin occasionally. I think he said Thursday, Friday and Saturday afternoons (I lost the paper where I had written it down!) Mr. Erb will put out his Buggy Rides sign and have his buggy sitting beside the Country Craft Cupboard. If you don't see the sign on the pole, then he's not there giving rides! He will actually take you out on the regular back roads, not just in the alleys. The cost is by donation....whatever you feel it is worth.
His horse and buggy is probably the best marked I have seen in the area, including reflector tape on his horse's ankles. He sometimes takes 2 horses in with him, so one can rest, get a drink and eat, while the other is "working".
Buggy rides are also available in Walnut Creek. You need to check at the Carlisle Inn on times, cost, etc.
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UPCOMING CALENDAR
COMING UP IN AUGUST
Holmes County Steam Engine show, August 3-5, Mt. Hope Auction Barn
39th Annual Ohio Mennonite Relief Sale, Central Christian High School in Kidron, OH.
330-682-4843 (This is HUGE well supported sale!)
Wild West Rodeo, Smokey Lane Stables, Sugarcreek, August 12th, FMI 330-852-2237
Antiques in the Alley, downtown Millersburg, Sat. August 12th, 9-5
Tri-Township School Auction, Farmerstown School, Sat., Aug. 12th, 9:00 a.m.
Holmes County Fair, August 14-19, Millersburg, Fairgrounds west of downtown
Coshocton Canal Festival, Aug. 21-22, Roscoe Village, Coshocton
COMING UP IN SEPTEMBER
Ohio Haiti Benefit Auction, Sat., Sept. 2, Mt. Hope Auction Barn (Inspection and entertainment Friday evening)
Harvest Festival and Rib Cook-Off, Berlin, Sat., Sept. 9
Holmes County Home Benefit Auction, Sat. Sept. 16th, 9:00 am. (breakfast 7:00)
Winesburg Fall Gathering, Sept. 16th, Winesburg Main St.
Great Mohican Indian Pow Wow,Sept. 15-17, Mohican Reservation, Loudonville, 800-766-2267
On Going...........
Victorian House Museum, Millersburg open 1:00-4:30 except closed on Mondays. Beautiful Millersburg Glass Exhibit now showing.
Weekly Farmer's sales and flea markets: Monday & Friday, Sugarcreek; Tuesday at Farmerstown; Weds. at Mt. Hope, Thurs. at Kidron (these are always fun)
2nd Saturday of month, horse sale, Mt. Hope Auction Barn
Farmer's Market, Downtown Millersburg, Saturday mornings, beginning June 17th, 9:00 a.m.
Music on the Square, Downtown Berlin, Friday evenings, 8:00-10:00 p.m.
Friday Night concerts at Schrock's Amish Farm, 7:00 p.m.
Outdoor Concerts at the Brickyard, Hotel Millersburg, Saturdays eves, thru Sept. 2 weather permitting, 330-674-1457
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Get your Amish Highways and Byways Map
It's a good idea to get one before you come here, especially if it is your first visit. All of the B&Bs, hotels, cabins, inns and campgrounds are listed, complete with addresses and contact information. Having all this information in your hands before you come, makes it easy to plan your trip. They are $3.95 plus shipping (and tax if you live in Ohio). You can get it on my website at www.OhioAmishCountry.com/map.html using a credit card through PayPal. You don't need a PayPal account to use it. Just follow the directions.
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Recipe from Ohio Amish Country
Have you seen the new Miller Family Cookbook? It is really nice with lots of good home cookin' recipes. Here's one of them.......
Zucchini Bacon Quiche.
1- 8oz. tube refrigerated crescent rolls
Separate dough into 8 triangles. Place in a greased 10" pie pan with points toward the center. Seal edges.
2 tsp. prepared mustard - Spread on crescent rolls
6 bacon strips - fry and drain, crumble.
Saute in 2 T. bacon grease:
3 c. zucchini (slice thin) and 1 med. onion, chopped
Combine fried ingredients. Then add:
2 eggs (beaten)
2 c. shredded mozzarella cheese
2 T. minced dried parsley
1/2 t. pepper
1/4 t. garlic powder
1/4 t. dried oregano
1/4 t. dried basil
Pour onto crust and bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until center is set.
P. 269 in the Miller Family Cookbook.
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RECYCLE YOUR USED INKJET CARTRIDGES - we recycle them and send the
money to King World Missions in Zambia to help support King World School. Thanks to the folks who have done this! Send them to me at the address below. PS. These need to be
newly manufactured, NOT re-manufactured or already recycled. HP, Lexmark, Cannon, Apple, Compaq, and Xerox from home computers only. Thanks!
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Till next time!
Dutchland Marketing
Carol Sechriest
238 E Jackson St.
Millersburg, OH 44654
330-674-2749
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