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Summer in the City,in the Country andeverything inbetween...
My first regular job as a writerwas school reporting. I rememberon the last day of school, I returnedfrom a kindergarten picnic a littlescared and asked my editor, “Whaton Earth will I report on from nowon? Am I laid off?”
He laughed at me. “You just waitand see,” he said. “There’s plentyto do in this small town.”
He was so right. Holidays,parades, festivals, county fairs andoutdoor concerts later, I turnedaround and it was time for schoolall over again.
Since then, I’ve learned thoselazy, hazy days of summer are fewand far between. Napping under abig old shade tree or reading agood book with a tall glass of icedtea is definitely my kind of “thingsto do” on a summer afternoon.
But then there is so much else todo, too. And so, here is our sum-
mer issue fullof great thingsto do, peopleto see andplaces to go sofill those daysbefore return-ing to the cool-er nights and school schedule.
County Fairs and area Festivalsprovide a wide variety of liveentertainment and fun activities forthe whole family. Museums pro-vide an afternoon of tinkering,exploring or a just a plain fun wayto learn something new.
Summer camping trips can pro-vide the opportunity to draw fami-ly members or friends closertogether. (See Page 19) Then thereare always the outdoor themeparks. Try mixing the old with thenew and having a bit of bothworlds when visiting Frontier Cityin Oklahoma. (See page 16).
And these listed above are only afew of the things to celebrate anextended summer weekend.
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CONTENTSTop Eight
31 Best of the FestsPlaces to Go:
2 Beechbend Water Park, KY5 Lost River Cave, KY
16 Frontier City, OK20 Lake Erie, OH21 Jurassic Garden, MO22 Cinderella’s Castle, FL27 Ohio Caverns, OH28 Sawmill Creek, OH36 Sauder Village, OH
People to See24 Gospel Quartets, IN
Things to Do6 Corvette Museum, KY7 Gen. Patton Museum, KY
10 Kayaking, MI11 Science Museum, OK19 Kamping22 The Beach, GA25 Dining, FL26 Take the Train, W.VA28 Celebrate Christmas in July, KY/OH39 Find the Bumps, OH
Extended
Kathy Barnett - The Editor
Letter from the Editor
The tinsmith at Sauder Village, OH,demonstrates hiscraft.
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Lost River Cave's underground boat tourincludes a stroll along the historic riverwalk which leads you to one of the largest
cave entrances east of the Mississippi River. Uponarriving at the cave, daylight disappears from viewas you board the boat and journey into the unique
world thatexists beneaththe streets ofBowlingGreen.
Lost RiverCave offers adelightfulescape intoKentucky'sCave Countrywith hikingtrails through
the lush wooded valley, the seasonal butterfly habi-tat, a gem mining sluice and their charming giftshop, Wildflower Gifts.
Crossing Treetop Bridge, your child's imaginationwill transport them to a time when NativeAmerican families called this place home, livingand hunting in the cave and valley. And as theyears rolled by thousands of Civil War troops, Col.John Hunt Morgan and even the notorious JessesJames are said to be among the cave's legendaryvisitors. Step out onto the dance floor at the Cave'sentrance and your mind's eye will place you in thescene of the lively underground Nite Club of the1930's.
We promised adventure and that's what you will
find at the beautiful Lost River Cave and Valley. A special event night under the stars on August
27 will allow children to understand and experiencewhy it’s called the GREAT outdoors. Families thatshare the gift of nature through camping are sure toform priceless memories and togetherness. Formore information or registration form, call 270-393-0077 or visit www.lostrivercave.com. Open all year,7 days each week. Easily accessible from either I-65or the NatcherParkway at 2818 Nashville Rd.
Ready for a new adventure? Grab the kids and head out for a weekend of mining for gems, exploring the
world beneath the ground, and camping out under the stars.
Bowling Green, KYPlaces to Go
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Just across town from the Lost River Cave, you'llfind the only place in the world Corvettes are man-ufactured, as well as the National CorvetteMuseum. The Museum features over 70 rare andunique, plus a regularly changing exhibit hall withspecial displays including “From Here to There”science exhibit presented by PNC Bank, which runsthrough April 16, followed by muscle cars throughJune 19. Other future displays include 100 Years ofChevrolet, It's a Nano World, September 11 andCountry Music Stars and Cars.
Drivers of all ages, including those learning todrive, will enjoy the two interactive, educationaldriving simulators. The simulators teach guests safe
driving habits and how to react in hazardous situa-tions.
For a quick bite to each, step inside the 50sthemed diner - the Corvette Café. The café servesup breakfast and lunch daily, including biscuits,bacon, sausage, eggs, wraps, sandwiches, burgers,salads, soups, shakes and more. Step up to thecounter and place your order, Monday throughSaturday, 8am-3:30pm and Sunday 10:30am-3:30pm.
Did you know the Museum gives away a newCorvette nearly every week? The fundraising rafflesoffer several choices on cars, odds and ticket prices.Take your chance to win for as low as $10! And ifyou haven't got Corvette fever yet, hop in the “sit-ter” car and snap a few memories.
"Build Your Own" Grand Sport Winner Drawn!Your next chance to win is Thursday, July 14 when
a 2012 Centennial Edition Carbon Flash MetallicGrand Sport is raffled off. Tickets are only $200 andthe raffle is limited to 1,000 tickets. Learn more andbuy tickets online at: corvettemuseum.org/raffle orcall 800-538-3883.
The Museum is open daily, 8am to 5pm CT and islocated at I-65 exit 28. For more information call800-538-3883 or visit www.corvettemuseum.org.
Bowling Green, KY
Things to Do : Learn how Corvettes are made
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The Patton Museum in Fort Knox has recentlyundergone some huge changes. The museum hasbeen closed for several months and is now open towelcome visitors where a new experience awaits.
The museum is undergoing a three year transi-tion and will now cover more than just Armor. TheMuseum will tell the story of Army leadership from1775 to the present. The museum will be hostingseveral interim exhibits until the transition is com-plete.
The interim exhibits will include "A History ofFort Knox" and "Patton In His Own Words". Therewill also be exhibits about "What a Leader is andWhat a Leader Does". These exhibits will showexamples of great leaders through history.
Previously known as the Patton Museum ofCavalry and Armor, it is now called the GeneralGeorge Patton Museum of Leadership. The "Calvaryand Armor" portion relocated to Fort Benning,Georgia.
Incoming objects from donors and incoming com-mands) will be recast into the General GeorgePatton Museum of Leadership.
Some of the items on display are General Patton’shelmet, leather jacket, ivory-handled pistols, and thecar he was riding in when he was fatally injured.
The museum is also home to an extensive libraryand the Patton Archive.
The museum's front area will be open on areduced capacity until the fall of 2013 with exhibitson General Patton, Fort Knox, and Army leadership.
The museum's new hours are Weekdays 9 a.m. -
4:30 p.m. and Weekends 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. The museum is FREE and access on U.S. 31W is
available just past the museum.For more information please visit
www.generalpatton.org
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Grand Rapids is safe, friendly, wholesome andendlessly fascinating for kids of all ages. Whichmeans it's also a great place for families to visit.
There are so many ways to keep your kidsoccupied here. Best part is, most of them arefun for you, too - so you can all enjoy a "playca-tion" together. Here are some recommendationsfor fun family activities by kid's age group:
Families with Young ChildrenFun with Animals: Introduce your kids to the
furred, feathered, scaled, slimy, wriggly and crawlyresidents of West Michigan at two amazing animalattractions - John Ball Zoo and Boulder Ridge WildAnimal Park. Both have petting zoos for hands-onplay with friendly animals!
Boulder Ridge Animal Park - Wander throughmore than 80 acres of exotic animals, from alligatorsto oryx and water buffalos to wildebeest. Don't missthe reptile house, bird aviary and petting zoo,where you might get up close and personal with ababy zebra, ostrich, or addax. There's a picnic areaand playground, too!
John Ball Zoo - One of the nation's oldest urbanzoos is jam-packed with new attractions and activi-ties - including one of America's largest chimpanzeeexhibits, a three-habitat aquarium, four-storyzipline, camel rides and more. There are more than1,100 animals in all, and kids can pet some of themin the newly renovated hobby farm. Plan a picnic onthe spacious grounds surrounding the zoo. (Be sureto bring bread to feed the ducks.) All of this is justfive minutes away from downtown GR!
Fun with Movement: Let your kids burn offsome energy at the many parks and playgroundsthroughout Grand Rapids. Or take them for a rideon one of the city's two carousels. Still antsy? Takethem to watch salmon jump up the downtown fishladder - it's enough to wear anyone out!
Carousels - Kids can ride the antique carousel atdowntown's Grand Rapids Public Museum or amodern version at Rivertown Crossings shoppingmall.
Fish Ladder - Watch salmon, steelhead and carp"climb" the ladder in spectacular leaps on down-town's Grand River.
Millennium Park - One of America's largesturban parks includes bike trails, picnic facilities, aswimming lake, sandy beach and guaranteed-to-please splashpad.
Parks/Playgrounds - Wherever you are in WestMichigan, you're never far away from a space wherekids can run around and be kids.
Fun with Exploration: How about a little edu-cation to go along with your kid-focused entertain-ment? Grand Rapids offers an amazing museumbuilt just for kids, a spectacular garden designedjust for kids and a whole bunch of specialty campsrun just for kids. Learning was never this much fun!
Camps - Dozens of day and summer camps caterto different ages and interests: animals, sports,nature, performing arts and more.
Children's Garden - at Frederik Meijer Gardens &Sculpture Park. A delightful assortment of child-friendly sculpture, gorgeous and clever plantings,engrossing interactive activities, helpful Play andActivity Leaders, and a real wetlands - all in themiddle of one of the world's Top 30 Must-SeeMuseums - Grand Rapids Children's Museum
with the whole family...
Interactive, hands-on exhibits celebratechildhood and the joy of learning. Fromobstacle courses to printmaking and ballplay, the museum offers arts-, sensory-,and experience-based programming forinfants, toddlers and all ages.
Families with TeensGrand Rapids offers lots of awesome
outdoor adventures for teens and theirfamilies: Swim or jet ski in crystal-clearwaters. Sunbathe on sugar-sand beach-es. Ride a giant tire swing, play around of disc golf or scream yourselfsilly on one of the world's best woodenroller coaster. Everything's close byand convenient!
Beaches - Swim and sunbathe fiveminutes from downtown atMillennium Park, or travel 30 min-utes to Lake Michigan - and some ofthe best beaches in the world. (Yes, theworld!)
Giant Tire Swing - This FUNctionalart piece by famed sculptor Mark diSuvero is outside city hall.
Jet Skiing - Ride from beautiful LakeMacatawa out to Lake Michigan onrented jet-skis - or take the whole familyon a powerboat!
Michigan's Adventure Amusement Park/WildWater Adventure. Two parks for the price of one!More than 60 rides, including seven roller coasters,wave pools, tube slides and thrill rides.
Enrichment: Help your teens gain a deeper per-spective on the world around them through suchwidely varied experiences as a Christian music festi-val, specialty camp, IMAX theatre presentation andzoo excursion. They'll thank you for it!
Big Ticket Festival -This HUUUUGE Christianmusic festival takes place June 24-26 at IoniaCounty Fairgrounds, only 20 minutes from down-town GR.
Camps - Dozens of day and summer camps caterto different ages and interests: animals, sports,nature, performing arts and more.
IMAX Theatre - Experience REALLY-BIG-SCREEN movie excitement in the city that inventedthe modern multiplex.
John Ball Zoo -1,100 animals, swan-shaped pad-
dleboats, a four-story zip line, skytrail ropes course and more.
Explore: Grand Rapids offerssomething for every teen. Encourageyours to explore his or her ownunique passions - biking, canoeing,art, culture, thrill rides, shopping,
baseball and more. You'll have a great time atthese attractions and events, too!
Bike Trails - Miles and miles ofeasy-to-navigate trails through sce-
nic country, plus mountain bike trailsfor all levels of rider. Canoe Rentals - Paddle down the
scenic Rogue River starting in Rockford,a charming small town 20 minutes from
GR.Craig's Cruisers - Go-kart racing, mini golf,
laser tag, bumper boats, batting cages, pizzabuffets and more 5 minutes from downtown.
Culture Pass GR - This card offers exclu-sive specials and discounts at GrandRapids Public Museum, John Ball Zoo,and 20 or so other GR attractions. Get afree Culture Pass when you book selecthotel packages or purchase a $10 Passfor your stay.
Disc Golf - Water hazards add a funmix of distance and technicality to this
well-designed course in Riverside Park, just outsidedowntown.
Giant Tire Swing - outside city hall.Grand Rapids Public Museum - A fascinating
glimpse into science and history, with animal habi-tats, a full-scaled recreation of an 1890s GrandRapids street, a planetarium and much more.rides.
Saturdays at GRAM - The Grand Rapids ArtMuseum offers hands-on art projects, tours, sketch-ing and more for visitors.
Shopping Malls - Both Woodland Mall andRivertown Crossings Mall house hundreds ofbrand-name stores - check your favorites for selec-tions unique to our region.
Swimming Pools - More than 50 area hotels,health clubs and public parks have swimming pools- some have complete water parks!
West Michigan Whitecaps - This semi-pro base-ball team is the perfect place to while away a sum-mer afternoon or evening. Youth-oriented activities.and promotions every day!
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Kayaking is one of the most popular watersports today, and Michigan is fortunate to havesome of the best paddling opportunities in thecountry. Paddlers can enjoy quiet inland lakesand rivers as well as kayaking along Michigan’smore than 3,200 miles of freshwater coastline.
Kayaking can fit into 3 categories:•Recreational kayaking - done
on lakes and slow-mov-ing flat rivers.This is the type ofkayaking best suit-ed for beginners, sothat they can focuson learning properpaddling techniqueswithout worrying toomuch about fast movingwater and waves.
• Sea kayaking - some-times called kayak touring,
done on open bodies ofwater like lakes, bays, and oceans.
•Whitewater kayaking- ossibly the mostextreme form of adventure paddling. Involves pad-dling in river rapids. Whitewater kayaks are shortand maneuverable, and always have spray skirts tokeep water out and paddlers in!
5 Tips for kayak beginners:1. Take a basic paddling class - A kayaking class
will teach you the basics of entering, exiting, pad-dling, and other important techniques. You’ll havethe opportunity to learn under the guidance of anexpert and be able to ask questions. The MichiganDepartment of Natural Resources offers summerkayaking classes, races, and events throughout thestate. Many Michigan university outdoors clubssponsor pool days and outings to teach basic pad-dling techniques and give beginners a safe place topractice.
2. Learn how to enter and exit a kayak safely -The key to entering a kayak is to keep your weight
centered and low.Always enter akayak from calm,shallow water, sothat you can do soin a controlled man-ner. Exiting a kayaksafely is probably
the most important skill to learn. Ifyour kayak requires a spray skirt,then you must learn and practicewet exits in case of a capsize, sincethe spray skirt is designed to keepyou in the boat even underwater.Practice exiting an open kayakin shallow water and try toavoid flooding it. Practice
entries and exits in deep water so thatyou learn how your kayak behaves when
you’re not in it.3. Learn and practice basic paddling techniques - Become comfortable in a boat and learn how to
move it efficiently in the water. Learn to relax whilepaddling and use your legs and core more thanyour arms when you paddle. Basic strokes like theforward and sweep strokes move your boat forwardand turn it. Try and paddle your boat forward in astraight line. The back or reverse paddle is impor-tant to learn as a building block to the emergencystop. Practice holding your paddle lightly andreversing your boat in a straight line.
4. Learn about local hazards and carry safetyequipment - Each region and waterway is home toits own hazards. Talk to local paddlers or readforums to learn about how to spot and avoid waterhazards like sweepers (trees/debris pushing out ofthe water), strainers (hard-to-see underwater trees),and other obstacles. Lowhead dams are particularlydeadly hazards in waterways running throughdeveloped areas. These “drowning machines” areresponsible for many water deaths because of theirdeceptive appearance and unpredictable hydraulics.
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ThingsTo Do:
Kayaking
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The Michigan DNR reports that more than 70%of boating fatalities are caused by drowning.Always paddle with a life jacket and file a floatplan with a friend or family member, letting themknow the “who, what, where, and when” of yourtrip. Paddle with more experienced kayakers andlearn the basics of water rescue so that you canhelp someone else in an emergency.
5. Learn which kayak is right for you - Don’trush out to buy a kayak at the beginning. Spendsome time in rented or borrowed kayaks whilelearning and practicing basic techniques. Onceyou’ve gotten some experience, you can make abetter decision about which kind of kayak suitsyour style. Whatever choice you make, fit andcomfort are supremely important.
Recreational and sea kayaks are easy to find inoutdoor stores and many offer kayak demo dayswhere you can try out boats in the water. Somedealers offer beginner packages that include pad-dles and life vests. Whitewater kayaks can be diffi-
cult to find in areas outside of well-known white-water areas. You can often find deals by buyingused rental boats at the beginning or end of the sea-son, or cruising local classifieds.
Kayaking is a wonderful way to explore newparts of your home while getting exercise and freshair.
Here are a few beginner-friendlyMichigan kayak day trips that willwhet your appetite for adventure:
• South Branch of Au Sable: Easy paddling in afishing and birding paradise near Roscommon, MI.Three hours of paddling from Chase Bridge to SmithBridge takeout.
• Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore: Spectacularpaddling along steep sandstone cliffs and clear watersin the world’s largest freshwater lake. Paddle thesame waters as voyageurs, fur trappers, and earlyexplorers of the Upper Peninsula. Put in/take out atthe Munising Falls Interpretive Center in Munising.
• Two-Hearted River: The river made famous inErnest Hemingway’s Nick Adams short stories is aworld-class trout fishing destination and the onlyMichigan stream to be a designated wilderness river.It is navigable from the High Bridge on County Road407 near Mason Tract to the river’s mouth.
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In school, I didn’t particularly like science class.I’ll go one step further: I actually had a seriousdislike for all things related to science. In myadult years, things changed when I had several
opportunities to visit science museums. I’m not talking about historic displays with a profu-
sion of dry facts. These places are educationalthrough an abundance of hands-on exhibits and inter-active demonstrations which are so much fun it’s easyto forget how much learning is taking place.
My latest venture into the world of scientific knowl-edge took place in the Science Museum Oklahomalocated in Oklahoma City. Not only is it the largestand newest one I’ve visited, but also contains thewidest variety of subject matter.
All of the family members who accompanied me tothe museum made it quite clear that their main reasonfor going was to ride a Segway. To my surprise it waseasy to learn, although there was a small measure ofdisappointment that no one crashed thus providing acomical photo opportunity.
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Unlike television or movies where theclues are presented, each observer mustpiece together all the necessary informa-tion from interviews, observation and
technologies used by forensic professionals in theirinvestigations. Are you discerning enough to discov-er the correct solution?
If you don’t want to let your hands have all thefun, be sure to use your eyes and ears to play with thefrequency exhibits and optical illusion art in the MindGames area. In addition, the galleries at ScienceMuseum Oklahoma feature an ever-changing selec-tion of exhibits that emphasize the blending of sci-ence and art. This was my favorite part because itinspired my creative side.
The youngsters in our group enjoyed the live the-ater where professional performers brought scienceto life with a show that was as educational as it wasentertaining.
Lack of space prevents me from listing the myriadof other interesting things to see and do.
For more information, go towww.sciencemuseumok.org
or visit their websitehttp://www.omniplex.org
or call 1 (405) 602-6664.
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My husband and I chose notto have any children in ourwedding because we didn’t
want to create conflict with niecesand nephews. Besides that,it was my big dayand Ididn’twant to
by anyone. However, after the ceremo-ny, one of our nephews managed tosteal the show anyway.
That was 27 years ago. Now let’s fastforward to the present. During a familyreunion several family members choseto spend a day at Frontier City themepark in Oklahoma City. One of the firstplaces we went was the magic show.The illusionist began by displaying anempty glass box. He then tossed awhite feather boa inside. As you mightexpect, a clothwas drapedover the box inorder to protecthis secrets.When herevealed theresults of his‘magic’ a lovelyyoung lady wasin the box wear-ing the featherboa.
My nowgrown bachelornephew wasseated behind me where I could clearlyhear him say, “I want a feather boa likethat one Mama.” It seems he’s stillstealing the show.However, it was a pretty good responseto what has been voted “the top themepark magic show.” You will see and stillnot believe this full tilt, overwhelmingspectacle that erupts on stage. Be enter-tained with the latest illusions, dance,music, costumes, lights, comedy, andaudience participation. This show is
trulyunforgettable asis
my fun andloving nephew.
Frontier Cityoffers a blend ofthe old-time wild-west theme anddecor with the new and modern-dayrides. Mix in the upbeat magic showor American Rock music from the 50swith The Wild-West Gunfighter StuntShow and you have something to enter-tain any age.
Join the rowdy cast of gunfighters asthey duke it out and duel it out “oldwest style”. Explosions and Shootoutsand High falls are featured in thisaction-packed, stunt-show spectacular!
No trip to an amusementpark would be completewithout roller coasters.Frontier City boasts no lessthan seven thrilling rides inthat category plus two waterrides. There are eight ridesfor small children andeleven rides suitable for allages.
Dining selections are avail-able throughout the parkalong with several shops.If you enjoy live enter-tainment and con-certs, visit online at
www.frontierCity.com to obtaina complete schedule listing.Don’t miss the Doc SnookersMedicine Man Show or TwoJohn’s Saloon Revue.
In spite of the extreme heat onthe day we visited the park, all therelatives agreed Frontier City was anexcellent place for family fun.
For more information call 405-478-2140 or visit online at:
www.FrontierCity.com
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OKLAHOMA CITY - Locationcomes to mind as the first consid-eration. (It’s rather hard to play inMyrtle Beach when you aren’tthere.) At a recent family gather-ing, it was decided that a roundof golf was the first thing to puton the agenda. That led us toLincoln Park Golf Course.
If you’ve seen one golf course,you’ve seen them all, right?Wrong! All courses have fair-ways; Lincoln Park has fairways.They all have greens; LincolnPark has greens. Most courseshave water hazards; Lincoln haswater hazards. You get the idea.
Golf carts, asnack shop andbeautiful land-
scaping are all things you expectto find at any golf course.
So what made Lincoln ParkGold Course special? The veryfirst thing we noticed uponarrival was the extremely friendlystaff in the pro shop. And thiswas at the end of very long hotday hosting a tournament.Unfortunately, this is not alwaysfound at other golf courses. Ournext pleasant surprise was find-ing out how easy it was to navi-gate from one hole to anotherwithout the use of a map. Alongthe way we enjoyed the shade ofmature trees lining all the well-maintained fairways. Good qual-ity greens were consistent
throughout, allowing the ball toroll true.
On the way home, we allagreed that Lincoln Park GolfCourse definitely provided achallenge to skilled golfers andnovices alike. As a bonus, thiscourse is one you can play with-out worrying about losing a lot ofgolf balls, even on a windy day.For more information or to sched-ule a tee time, call 405-424-1421.Lincoln Park Golf Course is locat-ed at 4001 NE Grand Blvd.
Play a round of GolfThings To do:What factors come into play when you are ready to select a golf course?
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ThingsTo Do:
Much has been added to the Wagon Wheel camp-grounds over the past ten years to benefit its visi-tors. Now known as The Shelby/Mansfield KOAwith more of a resort setting, flowers and beautifullandscaping greet guests from every corner of thistranquil park.
Started in 1968 with a farm theme for families, thegrounds are now set up to handle groups, rallies,family reunions, and business retreats, as well asindividual sites designed with the comforts ofstamped concrete patios, propane grills, wroughtiron furniture, and swings. Several kabins andlodges have been built and are situated throughoutthe grounds for those who don’t want to bring intheir own camping geer.
From the time Garry and Vicki Cole purchasedthe campground from his parents, they have contin-ually worked to improve the campground for
today’scampersandequip-ment.Thecabinsrangefrom KampingKabins to full service Lodges for your enjoy-ment.
Numerous activities are offered all summer, suchas movies, candy bar bingo and themed weekends.An 18-hole, fully landscaped miniature golf coursewas added in 2002. Enjoy shady sites, swimmingpools, kids’ activities, or the game room.
“The themed weekends are done to entertain thecampers during the weekend, explained Garry. “Plus, Vicki explained, “we do a multitude of activi-ties for all ages that provide the opportunity of spe-cial fun for all. So when you visit our campground,you are enjoying a fun facility that has deep roots inhistory!”A Bit of HistoryThe present office was the Summer House of
Garry’s great aunt and uncle. Iit was moved downby a flat bed trailer and then original founders,Verne and Violet Cole, built around it, using moretelephone poles. In this building they used to makeapple butter in the fall, and do clothes washing inthe summer; due to lack of air conditioning, theyused to spend a lot of time here in the summer.
The original corn crib now the Western Lodgewas used at the farm, and Garry says he has shov-eled a good many bushels of ear corn from it tofeed the livestock. The Cottage was originally thepost office for Chatfield, Ohio, located about 12miles west of here (where Vicki grew up).
The Cole family invites you to visit theShelby/Mansfield KOA. It’s a great place for yournext special event..large or small. Call for moreinformation or to make reservations today toll free888-562-5607 or visit online at:
www.shelbymansfieldkoa.com.
Go Camping – Experience
Don’t Look Down!
Cedar Point, voted “BestAmusement Park in theWorld” for 13 consecutive
years, is debuting one of theworld’s tallest swing rides. This isno kiddy swing – it towers at 301-feet-tall and swings 64 riders atnearly 30 mph! Paying homageto the amusement park’s heritage,WindSeeker will swing riders overCedar Point Beach. In the early1900’s Cedar Point Beach was apopular destination for families toplay. One of the original amuse-ment rides, Sea Swings, woulddip riders into the cool waters ofLake Erie as it spun in a circularmotion. 100 years later CedarPoint plans a 21st Century ver-sion of that ride to thrill visitors in2011 and beyond.
Go Big or Go Home!
Kalahari Resort, home tothe nation’s largest indoorwaterpark, has announced
expansion plans for 2011.Already the largest hotel in Ohio,the resort’s convention centercurrently cannot accommodate anumber of convention requestsdue to lack of ballroom space.The proposed $22 million expan-sion, slated to begin constructionin March, will more than doublethe current size of the conventioncenter from 95,000 square-feet to215,000 square-feet. 2011expansion plans also include the
addition of seven 5-bedroom fam-ily condominium units, calledNyumba rooms. An additional $5million investment, these 22-per-son luxury, stand-alone units willbe ideal for small meetings,retreats and reunions.
Your Guide to Ohio Wines!Northcoast Grapevine Tours plansto showcase the area’s wineriesand educate customers on thelocal grape growing and wine pro-ducing industries along Ohio’s
north coast.Guests will be transported on aday-long escorted tour throughthe countryside, to a select groupof wineries from an itinerary oftheir choosing, or an agenda canbe set for them based on theirlikes and interests. A safe andeducational way to enjoy thearea’s wine heritage!
Let Your Light Shine!
ALight in he HarborSummer 2011 brings backthe area’s most popular
public arts project. This outdoorexhibit features more than 20fiberglass lighthouses and sail-boats painted by local artists anddisplayed throughout downtownSandusky and other prominentlocations from Memorial Day toLabor Day. T It also serves as a
fundraising event for the
Merry-Go-Round Museum andthe American Red Cross. Thisproject has raised more than$30,000 for the two organizations.Art pieces will be auctioned at agala event in September.
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KINGSVILLE - Journey back to alost world of prehistoric chills andthrills this summer when morethan 20 dinosaurs (including T.Rex!) and oversized ancient insectsreturn to Powell Gardens. Comeface to face with creatures of everyshape and size, from a herd offierce feathered Bambiraptors to a32-foot-tall T. rex.
Activities include dino-relatedcrafts; a fossil dig; photo opportu-nities; and a lab display. Children,ages 1-4, can hunt for their favoritedinos in a huge theme-relatedsandbox.
The exhibit isdesigned byGuy Darrough,Missouri’s ownself-taught pale-ontologist andartist.
Opening dayincluded a visitby Dexter thedinosaur from T Rex Cafe, pluschildren's activities and guidedtours by the artist.
On May 20, experience the parkafter dark! Dinos in the DarkPrehistoric Adventure! continues
after regular hours from 6-10 p.m.Take a self-guided tour of thedinos by torchlight, enjoy a "dino-s'more" at the firepit, listen forsounds of the Jurassic period andmore. Reservations are requiredfor this unique experience thatkicks off our summer Gardens atDusk series. Call 816-697-2600x209.
Garden admission prices are: $9.50/adults $8.50/seniors 60+$4/children ages 5-12
F R E E / c h i l -dren 4 andunder andmembers ofFriends ofPowell.
J u r a s s i cGarden isincluded withregular admis-sion: JurassicGarden willc o n t i n u ethrough the
summer until August 15. Park hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.For other special scheduled
activities or more information,visit onlin at www.powellgar-dens.org. or call 816-697-2619
PlacesTo Go: Jurassic Garden
OTHER HAPPENINGS AT POWELL GARDENS:
Kids Club 2011 - Now enrolling!Encourage your children to explore the wonders of the great outdoors through the PowellGardens Kids' Club. See the 2011 schedule.
Art by Joanne Sutherland - Mixed media works by an award-winning artist are on displayMay through June.
Visit our Blog - Learn more about what's happening at Powell Gardens on our expandedblog: www.powellgardens.wordpress.com
Places to Go:
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Places to Go: Cinderella’s Castle - Disney World
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. –In the nighttime spectacle,photos of guests captured thatvery day in the park are pro-jected larger-than-life amongthe spires and turrets ofCinderella Castle.
The ten-minute experience –called “The Magic, TheMemories, and You!” – daz-zles park guests on bothcoasts in ways never beforeexperienced, themed tobeloved Disney stories andwith playful animatedsequences that seem to defythe architecture of the build-ings. The spectacle is sched-uled most nights with up totwo shows per night depend-ing on theme park operatinghours and other special ticket-ed events.
As many as 500 images shotthat day project onto the castleeach night the show is presented,producers estimate. DisneyPhotoPass photographers cap-ture guests creating new memo-ries as they “smile for the castle.”
“Disney parks create familyvacation memories to last a life-time,” said Meg Crofton, presi-dent of Walt Disney WorldResort. “What better canvas forthose memories than CinderellaCastle, one of the most pho-tographed icons in the world.”
Producers storyboarded theshow as if it was a short animat-ed film, explained Alan Bruun,associate creative director, WaltDisney World Entertainment.They weaved music, story, pho-tography, video and animationinto a new kind of nighttimeentertainment.
After the sun goes down, 16high-powered state-of-the-artprojectors bring the castle to lifeas that day’s photos (and videostaken from Disney’s “Let the
Memories Begin” onlinehub) seem to dance aboutthe famous facade.
As classic Disney musicweaves in and out of thenew “Let the MemoriesBegin” theme song, turretsspin or rocket into space,vines grow, planets and can-nonballs whiz by as the cas-tle shimmers and magicallytransforms itself in playfuland exciting ways to accom-pany the guests’ memoriesof fun, adventure and familyexperiences.
“The images dance tofavorite Disney tunes andculminate in a spectacularfinale punctuated by ani-mated and actual fire-works,” Bruun said. “Guestssee the castle behave inways they would have never
thought possible.”Vacation memories hold a spe-
cial place in the hearts of fami-lies, according o a recent survey.Nine out of 10 parents polledsaid they plan their vacationswith the express hope of creatinga lasting family memory. Andmost memories don’t fade withthe passage of time. Nearlythree-quarters of those surveyedsaid they think back “often” or“very often” on their most cher-ished vacation memories.
In a dramatic new projection show filled with specialeffects and magic, Cinderella Castle transforms into a
shimmering canvas for images of Walt Disney World guestsand the memories they made that day at Magic Kingdom.
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Serves up Enticing Savings thisSeptember
ORLANDO, Fla. – ThisSeptember, visitors and localsalike are invited to expand theirpalates – and their savings – dur-ing Visit Orlando’s MagicalDining Month. This 6th annualculinary celebration, presented byVisit Orlando, showcases CentralFlorida’s ever-expanding dininguniverse, with more than 60 topOrlando-area restaurants offeringthree-course prix-fixe dinners for$30. The month-long event willalso benefit the Boys & GirlsClubs of Central Florida with of$1 from every meal donated to theorganization.
From Sept. 1 – 30, 2011, VisitOrlando invites guests to enjoydelectable dishes for an exception-al value at some of the destina-tion’s most popular restaurants,including:
• Emeril’s Orlando – The TVchef’s legendary energy translatesinto his cuisine, unleashing boldflavors and unique blends infavorite New Orleans and Creoledishes.
• Morton’s The Steakhouse -Morton’s serves juicy and flavor-rich USDA prime-aged steak, aswell as fresh fish and seafood in aclassic steakhouse atmosphere.
• Ocean Prime – This restaurant,developed by restaurateurCameron Mitchell, brings back theclassic supper club dining tradi-tion with a large seafood menu,steak dishes, hand-crafted cock-
tails and world-class wines.• The Capital Grille - One of
Orlando’s most popular steak-houses, it offers dry-aged steaks,fresh seafood and seasonal dailyfeatures, as well as labels fromsome of the world’s best vintnersin its celebrated wine cellar.
Visit Orlando’s Magical DiningMonth also offers a diverse assort-ment of atmospheres and cuisinesat some of Orlando’s newestrestaurants including Napa at ThePeabody Orlando and La Luce byDonna Scala at Hilton Orlando
Bonnet Creek. Also on this year’slist are signature restaurantsunique to the Orlando areaincluding Luma on Park, Le CoqAu Vin, The Venetian Room and KRestaurant.
“As Orlando grows as a culi-nary community, Visit Orlando’sMagical Dining Month continuesto be a natural fit for the destina-tion,” said Gary Sain, presidentand CEO of Visit Orlando. “Theprogram showcases some of thefinest cuisine at Orlando’s top
restaurants at a great value onlyavailable during the month ofSeptember. Both visitors andlocals will have the chance toindulge at some of the most dis-tinct restaurants in the Orlandoarea.”
Additional restaurant partici-pants include Charley's SteakHouse, Citrus Restaurant, FunkyMonkey Wine Company, TheBoheme, The Palm, Primo byMelissa Kelly, Roy's HawaiianFusion Restaurant, Seasons 52,Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse andWine Bar and Todd English's blue-zoo. More information about VisitOrlando’s Magical Dining Month,including a complete list of partic-ipating restaurants, is available atOrlandoMagicalDining.com.
About the Boys & Girls Clubs ofCentral Florida: Since 1944, Boys& Girls Clubs of Central Floridahas helped to inspire hope andopportunity in those who need itmost––children in our local com-munity. Each year, Boys & GirlsClubs of Central Florida servesover 12,000 children between theages of six and eighteen, and pro-vides them with a safe place tolearn and grow. At each of the 28Clubs in Brevard, Osceola, Orangeand Seminole counties, core youthdevelopment programs areoffered to meet the diverse needsand interests of members. Formore information about the Boysand Girls Clubs of CentralFlorida, visit bgccf.org.
For more information, visitVisitOrlando.com.
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Huntington, West Virginia - The Collis P.Huntington Railroad Historical Society offersNew River Train excursions through the beau-tiful New River Gorge in southern WestVirginia. As one of the newest national park-lands, the "Grand Canyon of the East," thetrain traverses the former Chesapeake andOhio mainline from Huntington, WV toHinton, WV, allowing for a front-row seat tospectacular scenery. The company operatesfour round trip excursions throughout theNew River Gorge where they have a RailroadDays Festival each of the four days. The 2011dates are October 15, 16, 22, and 23rd. A mix-ture of Amtrak coaches, and privately ownedlounge and parlor cars make up the twenty-eight car train. There is coach and premiumservice available. Tickets prices range from$139.00 to $259.00 per person depending ontype of service selected. They also have limit-ed seating in glass top dome cars at $259.00
per person which also includes breakfast anddiner. Other smaller capacity trips (includingcharters) are offered to New York City,Philadelphia, Washington, DC and theGreenbrier Resort throughout the year. TheCollis P. Huntington Railroad HistoricalSociety is a chapter of the National RailwayHistorical Society and has operated inHuntington, WV for 52 years. Web:www.newrivertrain.com, Phone: 304-523-0364,Toll Free: 866-639-7487.
Editors note: The Collis P. Huntington RailroadHistorical Society (CPH) is one of 178 NationalRailway Historical Societies in the United States.Founded in 1959, and became a part of the NRHS in1959. Our goals as a chapter are: “Preserve docu-ments and artifacts of railroad history, to promotethe use and improvement of the present railroadindustry, to acquire and restore rolling stock fordisplay and operations, and to generally encouragepublic interest in the ongoing story of the NorthAmerican railroads.”
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By Kandy S. DerdenMissouri Weekender Editor
I married a Texan. Why is thatsignificant? When one is marriedto a Texan, visits to Texas aremandatory. Why is that signifi-cant? Texans have a penchant fora specific type of décor.
Southwest décor is prevalentthroughout the southwest, so Iexpect to see it frequently. Whenwe are visiting family, I am neversurprised to see the typical huesand geometric designs accompa-
nied by wildlife artifacts.However, southwest décor is notquite so widespread in the north-east. So imagine my surprise todiscover Sawmill Creek Resort inSandusky,Ohio.
To aid in recapturing the naturalsurroundings of NativeAmericans, each wing is namedfor an Indian tribe indigenous tothe area. Educational tidbits ofhistory and folklore are incorpo-rated into the interior decorationthroughout hallways and common
areas. Original paintings by localartist Al Parkinson graces the hall-ways, lobbies and Salmon RunRestaurant. Parkinson designedwall hangings and pictographsthat decorate the loft of the Big SkyLounge. Displays in Big Sky pro-vide an insight into the lives ofNorth American WoodlandIndians. Wood carvings seen at theelevators and in Salmon Run andthe impressive doors leading intoWilderness Hall were also createdby Parkinson.
Sawmill Creek:Places to Go:
Relax in style...
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Each room is equipped with agas fireplace to enhance the homi-ness. Furnishings reflect the out-doors without being rugged. Evenwith a big game atmosphere, theladies will appreciate the comfortlevel enhanced by lovely floral-print quilted bedspreads andrefreshing scented toiletries thatare not too feminine for men.Multiple amenities necessary inthe modern world include a largedesk for computers and a spaciousliving area.
Relaxing music provides a veryrestful ambiance among water-falls, rock and indoor greenery forthose who wish to slow down andsimply enjoy “being.” However,for those who thrive on activity,options include swimming, golf,fishing and a nature trail hike.Tennis and basketball equipmentmay be signed out at the frontdesk. Sawmill Creek also boasts aprivate marina for your choice ofwater activities. Besure to check outthe “Lodge DailyNews” flyer in thelobby for kids'events. A fitnesscenter and gameroom is located onthe second leveladjacent to the TallPines Loft.
Four on-site restaurants offer avariety of quisine. Salmon Run,which provides breakfast, lunch,and dinner, is popular among thelocals for its seafood entrees. Also,during the summer months, a
complete breakfast buffet is servedto guest whichs is included withtheir overnight stay.
After a round of golf or lessonwith the Pro, enjoy a casual lunchor dinner at Mulligan's Pub cov-
ered deckoffering
v i e w sof thep o n don the
9 t hgreen. Head for
the marina to theaward winningMariner's DocksideRestaurant overlook-ing the Lake and
the176-slip marina. The screenedpatio is a pleasant dining optionon a warm summer evening.
So what is a weekend getawaywithout a place to shop for sou-venirs, gifts or keepsake additionsto a favorite collection? The
Sawmill Creek Shops offer cloth-ing, jewelry, a children’s depart-ment, kitchen gourmet shop,home décor and gifts displayed inintimate settings throughout threerestored 1887 barns. These barnsare original buildings to the prop-erty located near the lodge. Askabout the custom design gift bas-ket service.
One of the benefits of this resortis its location so close to CedarPoint, an amusement park knownfor its many roller coasters. TheLake Erie Islands are easy to reachby Miller’s ferry or Jet Express fora day of sightseeing.
Make plans today to stay atSawmill Creek for a weekend get-away or whole week of vacation.Reserve a special package or askfor a special itinerary to fit theneeds of your party.
To contact Sawmill Creek call800-729-6455 or visit online atwww.sawmillcreekresort.com
Golfing, swimming, fishing, shopping and more...
Best of the FestsBest of the Fests
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By KKANDY DERDENMo. Weekender Editor
I f a person’s name can pre-dict his or her future, mydestiny should have been
in the confectionary industry.With a name like “Kandy” it wasenevitable to be teased as a child.But as an adult, I came to see thebenefit of having a clever nameduring a period of over fifteenyears in the baking industry.
The following are all real sur-names: Kandy Land, KandyFudge, Kandy Kake, KandyChristmas, Kandy Baker, KandyCooke, Kandy Kitchen, or mypersonal favorite, Kandy Barr.
Never got a chance to see candybars being made. I did get to visitThe Spangler Candy Company inBryan, OH, manufacturer of10,000 Dum Dum Pops perminute (ten million per day) in awide variety of flavors. In addi-tion, this company is the onlymajor manufacturer of candycanes in the United States.
And yes, they are making themin July. In order for supply to
meet the Christmas demand, theyproduce over 2.7 million candycanes per day, each and everyday, year round.
Many religious meanings havebeen attributed to the candy cane.According to tradition, the mean-ings of this delicious treat includethe “J” shape for Jesus, or ifinverted, a shep-herd’s staff. Thestripes symbol-ize those Christreceived duringa whippingprior to His cru-cifixion. The redcolor is repre-sentative of Hisblood shed towash away oursins; the white
represents Hispurity.
Although most of it cannot besubstantiated, the meaning is stillthere for those who wish to see it.The next time you see a candycane, remember the sacrifice ofJesus and His enduring love forus yet today.
Yes, Jesus loves me, no matterwhat my name is. So I’ll be con-tent with the name I have. Onsecond thought, after learning thesymbolism connected with thecandy cane, perhaps I wouldn’tobject so much to having a built-in witnessing tool such as a namelike Kandy Caine.
ThingsTo Do:
Celebrate Christmas In July!
Not far from the Spangler Factory in Bryan isThe Candy Cane Christmas Shoppe nearArchbold. This shop is a treasure trove ofChristmas magic waiting to be discovered.This is the place to go for any tree deco-rating theme you desire. Beginning in arenovated one story, multiroom elemen-tary school, Marvin and Sharon Lantzembarked on a seven month renovationproject.
That project resulted in the Candy CaneChristmas Shoppe, one of the first yearround Christmas stores in Ohio.
Today each of the rooms has a differenttheme. The former gym is now the GrandChristmas Room, a huge display featur-ing more than 30 different Christmasthemes of trees. The decorated trees fea-ture a wide variety of ornaments, decora-tions, ribbons, garlands, and botanicals forevery season or topic - not just Christmas!
Bethlehem Corner, originally a stage builtfor school Christmas plays, the stone buildingsof Bethlehem Corner now feature nativity sets of allsizes from various manufacturers.
The Den is home to a wide assortment of beautifulcollectibles including lighted houses fromDepartment 56. Utilizing a large fireplace mantel in a
home-like setting, each piece is lovingly displayedalong with seasonal botanicals to help spark yourown creativity and imagination.
The Kid's Room is sure to please children of allages. Parents and kids alike all enjoy the wide selec-
tion of educational books, games andtoys,from a variety of companies likeMelissa and Doug, Klutz, andThomas The Train and so manymore.
The Twigs 'N Trees RoomEverything green for Christmas canbe found in the Twigs 'N TreesRoom. You'll find a wide variety oftrees, wreaths and garlands, along
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Places To Go::Places To Go::Places To Go::
Be sure you dont miss our Christmas in July Sale
from July 1 - 31 each year !
www.candycanechristmas.com
Marvin & Sharon LantzMarvin & Sharon LantzKeeping Christ in Christmas Year - Round
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with all the botanicals, bows andlights you need to make your home sparklewith Christmas cheer.
The Tea Roomis where you cantake a few min-utes to relax andenjoy the warm,inviting atmos-phere of The TeaRoom. Hereyou'll discoverthe delicioustastes and smellsof flavored tea,coffee, cheese-cakes andHomestead icecream. Try a sam-ple of home
made fudge, which is made in the store. Whatwould Christmas be without the sweets?
The Seasonal Display Room, where you willfind decorations for any season of the year.Whether it is Valentine's Day, Easter, the 4th ofJuly or Halloween, take home ideas and acces-sories to help celebrate the event.
Why the Name? “Because of the story and reli-gious meaningbehind the candycane,” explainsSharon “Wework very hardat keeping Christin Christmas, sowe adopted thatas our theme.”
The Candy Caneshoppe is located 3miles north Archboldon U.S. 20-A in atown of Burlington.Hours are extended
during holiday seasons. January to April hours are,Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, 1 - 5 p.m. Starting May1st, the shoppe is open Monday through Saturday, 9a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday 1 - 5 p.m. Telephone is419-445-5828 or check out our website at:www.candycanechristmas.com
HARD CANDY:Reminds us that Jesus is like
a “rock,” dependable.PEPPERMENT FLAVOR:Is like the gift of spices
from the wise men.WHITE CANDY:
Stands for Jesus as the holy,sinless Son of God.THE LETTER “J“:
Is for the name of Jesus our Savior.CANE:
Is like a staff used by sheparads in caring for sheep.
Jesus is our “Good Shepard”.THE COLOR RED:
Is for Gods love that sent Jesus to give his life for us
on the cross.THE STRIPES:
Reminds us of Jesus’ suffering - his crown of thorns, wounds in
his hands and feet; and the cross on which he died.
TTTT hhhh eeee MMMM eeee aaaa nnnn iiii nnnn gggg oooo ffff tttt hhhh eeee
CCCC aaaa nnnn dddd yyyy CCCC aaaa nnnn eeee
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Barn Restaurant. A visit toSauder Village in Archbold, OHis sure to excite all of your sens-es while providing an inspira-tional and memorable get-away.
At Sauder Village inArchbold, OH, guests can takea “stroll down memory lane” asthey experience the daily livesof our hard-working ancestors.Built in 1976 by Erie J. Sauder,non-profit Sauder Village hascontinued to grow and changethrough the years. One thingthat has remained constant;however, is the welcoming hos-pitality. In more than 40 historic
homes and shops, costumedguides and working craftsmenwelcome guests from aroundthe world and help them expe-rience and celebrate the past inrural Northwest Ohio.
Recognized as Ohio’s largestliving history village, theaward-winning destinationoffers plenty of opportunitiesfor guests to have fun in thepast. Throughout the HistoricVillage, guests can experiencelife in Ohio through activitiesand stories shared in the com-munity shops, Native Americanarea, Pioneer Settlement, his-toric homes, farm and garden.
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T he smell of homemade bis-cuits baking in a wood-fired stove. The ring of ahammer striking the anvil
in the blacksmith shop. The tasteof broasted chicken, roast beef,and real mashed potatoes at the
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Visit the 1910 Homestead, District 16 School, GristMill, Herb Shop, Depot, Church and General Store.Other popular stops are the Witmer-Roth Home,Log School, Dr.’s Office, Jail, Erie’s Farm Shop andhistoric gardens. While doing so, visit with cos-tumed guides and working craftsmen while tak-ing a walk through time from 1803-1910. Watchinga cooking demonstration in the 1910 Homesteador listen to stories in the Barbershop. Dependingon the day and season, you may be able to helpmake butter, string “leather britches”, washclothes on a scrub board or play old-fashionedgames.
Watch craftsmen blend skill and creativity inglass, metals, fabric, wood and clay. These tal-ented traditional and contemporary craftsmennot only demonstrate their trade but also offerhand-crafted items available for sale in places like the Spinning Shop,Pottery Shop, Tin Shop, Glass Shop and Tiffin River Woodworks.Other popular craft shops include the Basket Shop,Weaving Shop, Cooper’s Shop and Blacksmith Shop.
“A visit to Historic Sauder Village offers our guestsan opportunity to reflect on the past,” shared JeanetteSmith, Director of Marketing at Sauder Village.“Sauder Village is an excellent place for guests of allages to enjoy together – whether it’s a couple lookingfor relaxation, a fun day with the kids or a special out-ing with good friends.”
Historic Sauder Village is also a truly memorable placefor parents or grandparents to interact with the specialchildren in their lives. A favorite stop for guests with veryyoung children is Little Pioneers Homestead. In this spe-cial area guests can really “play pioneer” as they gather eggs, milk thefiberglass cow and pretend to cook at the fireplace. A trip to SauderVillage would not be complete without a ride on the horse and buggy orthe Erie Express Train. Other favorite stops include a visit to the IceCream Parlor and the Sweet Shoppe for some homemade fudge. Thereare many unique shopping opportunities at Sauder Village includingThreads of Tradition Quilt Shop, the Village Gift Shop and Lauber’sGeneral Store. Also on the Sauder Village Complex is the Sauder Storeand Outlet – a hometown factory store offering a vast selection of ready-to-assemble furniture made locally by the Sauder Woodworking Co.
Make plans to take a stroll down memory lane this year with yourfriends, children, or grandchildren. You’re sure to make many specialmemories as you spend time together experiencing life in the past atSauder Village.
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