This September The Granary is kicking off the fall season with some great specials! Attention Buckeye fans; celebrate Ohio State’s 2003 National Championship and get stocked up for the Buck’s repeat run by taking 25% off all Ohio State merchandise at The Granary farm store! The Granary has hats, mugs, pictures, lamps and many other great items with the beloved block “O”. Perfect for the office, den, basement or wherever Buckeye fans gather!

Need somewhere to put all that OSU memorabilia? Both our farm and mall locations have shelves priced at 10% off our already low price! We have a great selection of styles, sizes and colors available. Don’t worry, if you don’t see something you like, the offer is still good on orders through the end of the month.

With only a few more weeks of summer left, it’s time to start thinking about summer clean up. Need a place to store that new mower? Our storage barns are currently 5% off through September 30. This will be you r last chance before winter to save on our quality built storage barns. The quality has to be seen to be appreciated, so stop out at the farm and take a look!

Looking for an end of summer bargain on playground equipment? Look no farther, The Granary has 10% off and free assembly on our Play-mor floor models. We only have 3 available, so hurry in. This is your chance to save hundreds of dollars on a great play set. In addition, our farm store has more great floor model markdowns, including, white bedroom furniture, oak waterfall bedroom group, and assorted miscellaneous items. Also, order a quartersawn Bunker Hill bedroom suite or quartersawn wall group entertainment center during September and get 6-month financing w/approved credit.

Now that summer is almost over, it won’t be too long until New Year’s. Get a jump on next year’s planning with a 2004 calendar. This month save 25% on in stock or ordered 2004 calendars. Calendars are available at both the farm and the mall, so don’t wait, 2004 is coming fast!

It's back to school time; let The Granary help you get organized! This month we are offering one year financing on in stock desks, files and computer armoires. We have rolltops, corner units, executive desks and more! The Granary has a desk to fit any room or any person. And as always, all of our office furniture features unmatched quality at the most competitive prices. Come out to the farm or visit the mall and see this beautiful furniture first hand, you won't be disappointed!

Friendship Upholstery is now part of our Quick Ship line of furniture! Order any Friendship product and it will be delivered to you in 4-6 weeks, guaranteed! Monthly News readers, say you saw this in the news and save $50 off your friendship purchase! Never heard of friendship? The Friendship Upholstery Company has been a trusted friend and supplier of The Granary for many years, and we are always pleased to feature their items. The quality of Friendship’s product is tops in the industry. The quality starts in the frame. Each frame is constructed of hardwood maple and ash. Every joint is both screwed and dowel pinned to make them extra secure. The springs are then tied and secured in eight different directions by skilled hand craftsmen. The 8 way hand tied process assures a comfortable feel when it is time for you to relax at the end of a busy day. Next, top grade cushions are surrounded by Dacron poly wrap to create smooth, tailored lines. In the furniture industry, it’s the little things that set apart the good from the great. Friendship is no exception; they pride themselves in their tailoring and are especially particular about matching designs and plaids along the seams. Friendship upholstered items are built to last and withstand the demands of today’s active families. In addition to the most popular current styles of furniture, Friendship is also known for their great styles of period furniture. With sofa prices starting as low as $799.99, Friendship is almost too good to be true!

When buying a sofa there are some important things to keep in mind. With the overwhelmingly large selection of fabrics available, its is helpful to have a color or style in mind when you come in to look. If possible, bring in a sample (arm cover, carpet) to help you match your new upholstery to your room. Also keep in mind what room your upholstery will be sitting in. Will it be the primary TV sofa? Do you have children or pets? This will help you choose how durable of a fabric you want for your new upholstered furniture. When selecting fabric, remember that grade does not mean quality, its is merely a pricing structure. To select the most durable fabrics, look at the back. This will tell you how strong the fabric is. If you do have pets, it is important to know that all warranties are void if they are on your upholstery. Saliva protein has a tendency to break down fibers, and will accelerate the wear of the upholstery.

After you’ve purchased your Friendship upholstery, here are some helpful hints to make sure it lasts for years and years. Frequently flip and rotate your cushions to keep them in shape. Vacuum your furniture often. Dust around the house means dust on the upholstery. When possible, rearrange your room from time to time. Direct, hot sunlight fades fabric. Last but not least, try to keep pets off the furniture. By following these tips, you can effectively extend the life of your sofa/chair.

Now available at The Granary..."Ultrapedic" comfort! Our "Ultrapedic" mattress is constructed of Viscoelastic material that was discovered through Nasa's anti-G-force research. The material is sensitive to body heat and mass. It absorbs the pressure from your body, but never presses back. The core of the mattress is made of billions of microporoscopic memory cells. There are no hard steel springs inside, eliminating the motion you feel from an ordinary mattress. There are two styles available, the standard and the soft. The standard has a thicker quilt batting encasing the foam, while the soft has a thinner quilt batting. Prices start $519.99 a set, tell your clerk you read about it in the monthly news and get $50 off your "Ultrapedic" purchase! The "Ultrapedic" features the standard Granary warranty. If you aren't satisfied with your mattress, you have three years to return it for a full refund.

Autumn is almost here, and The Granary is stocking up on fall decor for your home. We have a great selection of fall floral accents, berries, pumpkins and gourds. We also have a great variety of pictures in fall colors. Looking to add an Autumn scent to the kitchen or bathroom? Try a pumpkin spice cake candle! The Granary has many other types of harvest themed candles that smell and look great! Add a taste of Autumn to the family's menu with an Autumn Gooseberry Cookbook! The Granary is sure to have all your Autumn and harvest home decor needs!

In addition to Autumn decor, The Granary has just received a new supply of Lang products. Lang offers customers a number of products for the home. Among them are calendars, candles, stacking boxes, date books and more. Take a trip out to either of our stores and see what Lang and The Granary can provide for your home!

The Granary is also introducing our new line of woven "Williamsburg Collection" area rugs. There is a wide selection of patterns and sizes available. Don't forget to check out our patterned jute rugs. These rugs feature no slip latex backs and are treated with Vectra stain resistant products. As always, there is a great choice of colors, patterns and sizes available. Monthly News readers, tell your Granary clerk you read about our new rugs in the newsletter and receive 25% off your rug purchase!

The Granary is also carrying a new line of leather recliners. These great chairs are all leather, no vinyl match anywhere! They are available in three of the most requested styles in the industry. The large and medium styles are attractive and will operate properly two inches from the wall. The rocker recliner is equally attractive with added the added features of a rocking chair! This great chair operates properly at twelve inches from the wall. All leather is top grain and is available in navy, burgandy, chocolate or tan. The quality extends into the chair with a heavy duty mechanism constructed by Leggett and Platt. These recliners offer great comfort, detailing and construction. Come take a seat and see for yourself! Say "I read about it in the monthly news!", and save $50 on your recliner purchase during September!

Autumn Hayride Casserole
Helen Murray
Gooseberry Patch In the Kitchen with Family and Friends
pg. 152

1 lb. ground beef, browned
1-1/2 t. salt, divided
1/2 t. chili powder
2 c. Cheddar cheese, shredded and divided
1/2 c. barbecue sauce
1-1/2 c. Mexican-style corn
8-oz. can tomato sauce
1 c. all-purpose flour
1/2 c. cornmeal
2 T. sugar
1 t. baking powder
1/4 c. butter
1/2 c. milk
1 egg, beaten

Combine ground beef, 1/2 teaspoon salt, chili powder, one cup cheddar cheese, barbecue sauce, corn and tomato sauce; set aside. Combine flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder and one teaspoon salt, 1/2 cup cheese; cut in butter. Blend in milk and egg. Spread flour mixture over the bottom and sides of an ungreased 9" square baking pan. Pour ground beef mixture on top of crust. Bake at 400 degrees for 20 minutes; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake for an additional 3 to 5 minutes. Serves 6 to 8.

Homemade Pink Applesauce
Joanne Wert
Gooseberry Patch In the Kitchen with Family and Friends
pg. 186

8 tart cooking apples, quartered and cored
1-1/2 c. cranberry juice cocktail
2 T. sugar
1 lemon, juiced

Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan. Over medium-high heat, bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer mixture until apples are soft, about 30 minutes. Remove from heat and cool slightly. Strain apples in a food mill; discard the skins. Refrigerate until ready to serve, or spoon into sterilized pint jars, seal and process in a boiling water bath for 15 minutes. Store sealed jars in a cool place.

These recipes and more are available at The Granary!

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