This June at The Granary all pictures are 25% off. Give your home or office a splash of Spring color with a picture from either of our two great locations. Both the farm and mall store currently has a great selection of in stock pictures. If you don't see something you like, that's not a problem! You may also take 25% off any picture that you may need to order. In addition, our farm store still has a number of floor model markdowns that we are eager to move. Markdowns include: bedroom suites, tables and chairs, end tables and more! Be sure to come on out to the farm and take advantage of these great closeouts!

All of us here at The Granary would like to thank everyone who helped make our eighth annual May Madness a success. This year was one of the best May Madness sales yet, and it wouldn't have been possible without you, our customers. A lot of effort went into preparing for the event, and it is always gratifying to see the look of joy and satisfaction on the face of a customer. This year we saw a lot of familiar faces, and a lot of new ones. Congratulations to all of the door prize winners; if you have yet to pick up your prize, or need to get a list of this years winners, call the Farm at (419) 859-3785. Again, thank you, and we hope to see you all very soon!

Father’s Day is June 15, why not get dad a great gift from The Granary? Help dad relax with one of our great ORT recliners. These chairs make great gifts for any dad, and will look great in any living or family room! Is your dad or husband a collector? (I know I am!) Our wide selection of oak and cherry curios will add a touch of class and glass to any collection, from NASCAR to fishing lures, or anything else your man can’t get enough of. The Granary also has a great selection of outdoor furniture that dad will be sure to love. This Father‘s Day, dad can sit and relax in one of our swings or gliders and watch the kids mow the lawn. Maybe you’re on more of a budget, well no problem! The Granary has a great selection of giftware for any dad. We have a huge selection of fishing and outdoors decor, inspirational books, jewelry boxes, pictures, and garden accessories. No matter what your dad’s tastes, or your budget, The Granary will be sure to have something to make dad smile this Father’s Day!

The Granary is now proud to offer our new line of Amish storage barns. These aren’t your ordinary storage sheds! Quality craftsmanship is evident inside and out. There are six great styles to choose from with prices starting as low as $1241.00! All barns include the following features; treated skids, 25 year fiberglass shingles, 1/2” plywood roof sheathing, 2X10 top plate, galvanized exterior nails, air vents on each end, aluminum drip edge, double studded door jams, lock and key, and 1/4” cedar trim. Your options with these barns are practically endless! Some of the available options include windows, extra doors, ramps, flower boxes, wall height, your choice of paint or stain, cupolas, lofts and much more! Each model is available with premiere, deluxe or standard features. Whether you’re looking for a place to store your tools, toys, or lawn and garden supplies we are sure to have the shed for you! These sheds can also be made to make excellent playhouses or even cottages! It’s really up to you on how you want to use your shed. Right now, order any 12’ or wider unit and receive a $100 manufacturer’s discount. These sheds really need to be seen to be appreciated, so drive on out to the farm and see the quality for yourself!

Over the years we have had many requests for swing sets and playground equipment. Well ask no more! The Granary is now proud to offer Pay Mor playground equipment. Play Mor playsets are made right in the heart of Amish country by qualified craftsmen. They offer superior construction and attention to detail, resulting in an exceptional value in home play equipment. There are many styles to choose from. You can even customize your play set to include one of many styles of towers, bridges, slides, sand boxes and the list goes on and on! The Granary and Play Mor also offer playhouses, sandboxes, picnic towers and more! Bring the kids out to the Farm store and try out all three of our display models. See for yourself the quality that is Play Mor playground equipment!

This month’s recipes from the Gooseberry Patch: Cooking With Family and Friends cookbook will definitely please your summer palate! On hot summer evenings, my wife hates heating up the kitchen, and I’m sure you do too! I usually go out and fire up the grill and show off my own culinary skills for the family. This first recipe is easy to make and will keep the heat out of your kitchen and where it belongs, outside!

Key Lime Grilled Chicken (pg.154)
Robin Stansberry
Talbott, TN

3 T. soy sauce
1 T. honey
1 T. olive oil
1 med. lime, juiced
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Mix soy sauce, honey, olive oil, lime juice and garlic in a small bowl. Arrange chicken in a baking dish and pour marinade over top. Refrigerate one hour. Remove chicken from marinade; discard marinade. Grill chicken over medium hot coals for 10 minutes each side.

Strawberries are now in season! This great strawberry recipe will be a great finish to any summer meal.

Strawberry Trifle (pg. 209)
Beth & Chuck Reynolds

2 8-0z. pkgs. cream cheese
2 c. powdered sugar
1 c. sour cream
1-1/2 t. vanilla extract, divided
1/4 t. almond extract
1/2 pt. whipping cream
4 T. sugar, divided
1 angel food cake, cubed
2 qts. strawberries, sliced

Cream together cream cheese and powdered sugar. Add sour cream, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract and almond extract; set aside. Blend whipping cream, remaining vanilla and one tablespoon sugar; fold into cream cheese mixture. Add angel food cake pieces. Combine strawberries and remaining sugar. In a large glass bowl, layer strawberries then cake mixture. Continue layering, ending with strawberries as top.

Do you have a recipe you’d like to share? If so, email me at mike@ggbarn.com and I’ll be sure to post it!

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