This November, The Granary is featuring 25% off on in stock or ordered rugs. Our new jute rugs have been really popular, so don't wait to come in and see what we have in stock. 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. Be sure to check out some of our rugs at our new web site at www.ggbarn.com!

Shed a little light on those cool Autumn nights with a new lamp from The Granary! All in stock lamps and shades are 25% off this November. We currently have a large selection of styles and sizes available at both of our stores, but they're going fast!

Also, get 6 months same as cash on in stock items (w/approved credit) this month at The Granary.

Looking for the perfect gift for this holiday season? Why not a curio from The Granary? Curios make great gifts because they are both attractive and functional. It doesn't matter if that special someone on your list collects Nascar memorabilia or Precious Moments, The Granary is sure to have the right style and size to suit the needs of any collector. Builder 001 builds both a small and large flat wall curio. These units will dress up any wall in your family room or den, and will show off your precious collectibles in style! If you're a little short on room, builder 001 also builds a hanging wall and corner curio.

Perhaps you're looking for a piece that stands out on its own, well then builder 045 is just what you are looking for. This builder offers a multitude of styles ranging from rope twists and bonnet tops, to small console units that look great in front of picture windows or any other spot that you just can't find the right piece for. Builder 045 also offers mission and queen anne styled curios that look great with your mission or queen anne dining and living room sets. Builder 045's sliding door curios eliminate the use of hardware and hinges, giving you a clear, undistracted look at your collection. If you would like to see any of these curios, or check out what else we have to offer, be sure to take a look at the curio section of our new web site at www.ggbarn.com. Tell your Granary clerk you read it in the web, and save 10% on your curio purchase.

Have you looked through any home decor or interior design magazines lately? If you have, then you've probably noticed that black furniture is hot and in style right now. The Granary has a full line of black furniture available from our Amish builders. Whether you're looking for distressed black or black contemporary, we've got it! Some of the items available are end and occasional tables, jellies and pantries, and even entertainment centers! We currently have a number of shaker distressed items in stock featuring elegant cherry tops. These items offer big city style at small town prices, so come on out to either of our locations and take a look at these attractive pieces. Can't make it out to either of our stores? Just contact us and we can send you information via e-mail.

Mark your calendars, our mall store will be open for holiday shopping during these hours in November and December:
November 28 7 AM-10 PM, November 29 9 AM-9 PM, November 30 10 AM-8 PM.

December
10 AM - 9 PM December 1,2,3,7,8,9,10,14
9 AM - 9 PM December 4,5,11,12,15,16
8 AM - 10 PM December 6,13,19,22,23
8 AM - 9 PM December 17,18,26
7 AM - 10 PM December 20
9 AM - 10 PM December 21
Christmas Eve 8 AM - 6 PM
Closed Christmas

The farm store will be open for regular hours during these times, except during The Cranberry Creek tour. The farm will be open Friday November 21 from 9 AM - 6 PM, and Saturday November 22 from 9 AM - 5 PM. This is the 16th year for the The Cranberry Creek Crafters Tour. Travel from stop to stop, enjoying a wide selection of crafts and special Christmas items. Come on out to The Granary and pick up your map; you won't want to miss the 16th Annual Cranberry Creek Crafters Tour!

Do you want to give that special someone on your holiday list something that is unique and will last for years to come? Then let The Granary help you with your Holiday shopping this year! Surprise your significant other with a new bedrooom suite from The Granary! If jewelry is on your loved one's wish list, then a new jewelry box or jewelry armoire from The Granary will go go great with his or her new jewelry. Are you having family home this year during the holidays? The Granary has a dining set that will accomodate any family, no matter how big! If you have a collector on your list, a new curio would be the perfect gift for him/her. With New Year's just around the corner a new desk or file would be the perfect gift for that person who is already thinking about getting their taxes in order. Maybe you are looking for something a little smaller, our items from builder 044 are just the thing for the shopper on a budget. Builder 044 has a huge line of unique wooden toys and home accessories! We're sure the outdoorsman on your list would be thrilled to find one of The Granary's Amish gun cabinets under the tree! The Granary also has an extensive line of cedar chests and toy chests that make great gifts for a girl or boy! Visit our new web site at www.ggbarn.com, or stop out at either of stores to see these great gifts and more!

We've got some great Thanksgiving recipes from "The Gooseberry Patch: Flavors of Fall" cookbook for you this month! There's always left over turkey from Thanksgiving, and this first recipe is a tasty way to finish off those leftovers!

Creamy Turkey Casserole
Kristine Marumoto
pg. 210

10-3/4 oz. can cream of mushroom soup
10-3/4 oz. can cream of celery soup
1-1/2 oz. pkg. onion soup mix
1 c. instant rice, uncooked
1-1/2 c. milk
2 to 3 c. turkey, cooked and cubed
Garnish: bread crumbs

Combine the first 6 ingredients; spread in an ungreased 13"x9" baking pan; sprinkle with bread crumbs. Cover; bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. Serves 6.

Getting bored with the traditional pumpkin pie? Well try this recipe for a change!

Pumpkin Cobbler
Jean Barris
pg. 209

3 eggs, beaten
15 oz. can pumpkin
12 oz. can evaporated milk
1 c. sugar
1/8 t. salt
1 t. ground ginger
1-1/2t. cinnamon
1 T. vanilla extract
18-1/2 oz. pkg. yellow cake mix
1-1/4 c. margarine, melted
1 c. chopped nuts

Mix the first 8 ingredients together; pour into an ungreased 13"x9" baking pan. Sprinkle cake mix over the top; drizzle with margarine. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes; top with nuts. Bake for an additional 15 minutes. Makes 15 to 18 servings.

These recipes and more can be found at The Granary. Both of our store offer a wide range of Gooseberry and Amish cookbooks available.

Our new web site is now open at www.ggbarn.com! New items are being added all the time; so if you don't see what you are looking for, please contact me at mike@ggbarn.com or call us at (419)859-3785.

Go to our new Message Board where we have it set up for you to ask questions about your household. Or use it to communicate ideas for the home, or garden. This is a new service and will remain as long as there are people using it. It's for you the customer so stop by periodically to see what's new. Click Here