2009 September Newsletter
Fall Family Fun
Fall is a great time to visit Medina County. Fall is when our county shines with all kinds of “Fall Family Fun”. There are many great farm markets, road-side stands and greenhouses where you can find pumpkins, corn stalks, fall flowers and plants. Many of the farms have pick-your-own pumpkins and apples, fresh cider and produce. For the kids, there are corn and hay mazes and hayrides.
There are wonderful fall events for the whole family, such as the Medina County Fall Foliage Tour, Alpaca Days, Fall Foliage Fest at Mapleside Farms, Heritage Days at Brunswick Historical Society’s Heritage Farm, Chatham Apple Butter Festival, and an Early American Trade Fair at the Log Cabin Shop. Check out our web site for a complete list of event times.
The Farmers Markets continue into October with Medina County’s Farmers Market on October 3rd, Farmers Market at Trinity United Church of Christ in Wadsworth on October 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st.
Medina County has hayrides and corn mazes for all ages. Spring Mist Farms and Still Meadow Farm have hayrides for the younger children. Spring Mist Farms features the Haunted Vineyards for children 12 and under. For families with older children, visit Pine Crest Farms, Mapleside Farms, Richardson Farms, Boyert’s, Apple Cabin and Beriswill Farms. The different farms offer different programs, such as pick-your-own pumpkins or bonfires with evening hayrides or corn mazes. Go to our web site and click on the news and events section to find most of the dates and times for the hayrides and corn mazes as well as many other fall events and programs taking place in and around Medina County.
While you are wandering across the county, be sure to check out the beautiful fall colors and a relaxing drive through the country.
Come visit Medina County and enjoy the fall season!
2009 Medina County Fall Foliage Tour
This year’s Fall Foliage Tour will be held on October 10th & 11th, 2009. The tour will be in the southwest corner of the county and will be from 12noon to 6pm both days. The tour will include Pioneers in the Park where you can see demonstrations of pioneer crafts, skills and encampments. There will also be entertainment, food and restrooms. Also on the tour will be a tree farm, historical society, farm markets, an historical church, the National Cemetery, an orchard, a community airport offering plane rides (there is a small charge for the plane ride) and the Town and Country Co-op in Seville. The tour does include food at different stops and there could be a charge for some programs. Bring the family and have a fun time while you get pumpkins, fall plants and outdoor decorations to make your home the envy of the neighborhood. Have a fun family outing for the day. To get a copy of the tour map, contact our office to have one mailed to you.
York Township Historical Society
The York Township Historical Society is located on Spellman St in Mallet Creek, one block off St Rt 18 and 252. The campus consists of three buildings-a one room school house, a granary and a timber frame barn.
The 1890 school house was moved from a farm to the township to its current location in 1997. It was dismantled and reassembled to preserve the history of formal education in the township. Its primary purpose is to serve as a museum displaying artifacts, pictures, desks and documents surrounding early formal education in the township. Also displayed in the school house is a baseball uniform and equipment from the 1930’s and 40’s when York Township was known for attracting some of the best ball players in the country. There is fire equipment from the original volunteer fire department and artifacts from one of the founding churches in the community.
The granary was moved to the campus in 1999 from its original location at Station and Wolff Rds. Build by one of the founding families of York Township in 1883, it was used on their farm to store grain and ear corn. Its unique design as a combination corn crib and grain storage facility makes it a valuable asset worthy of preservation. The society currently houses farm tool displays in the building.
The timber frame barn was disassembled and reconstructed on the campus in 2008. It was originally constructed on a farm in Montville Township in 1891. Plans for displays in the barn are currently underway.
The museums are open the 2nd Sunday of each month from 2-4pm or by appointment. Monthly meetings are held in the school house the 2nd Monday of each month at 7pm. The public is invited. For more information, contact Paul at 330.722.0535 or Don at 330.723.1005.
Fresh Farm Markets
Every fall the orchards and farm markets bring forth their bounty of fresh produce, meats, pumpkins, and, of course, assorted apples. Medina County is blessed with many such markets and orchards where you can shop for local and fresh products. Bring the family and come out for a lovely weekend or weekday drive and visit:
ü Apple Cabin, 7665 Lafayette Rd, Lodi, 330.948.1476, www.theapplecabin.com
ü Beriswill’s Farm Market, 2200 Station Rd, Valley City, 330.350.2486, www.beriswillfarms.com
ü Geig’s Orchard, 8468 Wooster Pike, Seville, 330.769.3276
ü Hillside Orchard & Farm Market, 2397 Center Rd, Hinckley, 330.225.4748, www.hillsidefarmfresh.com
ü Mapleside Farms, 294 Pearl Rd, Brunswick, 330.225.5577, www.mapleside.com
ü Pick n Save Orchard, 1222 Ledge Rd, Medina, 330.239.1480, www.picknsaveorchard.com
ü Pine Crest Farms, 7568 River Corners Rd, Spencer, 330.667.2968
ü Richardson Farms, 6984 Lafayette Rd, Medina, 330.722.4029, www.richardson-farms.com
ü Still Meadow Farm, 9791 Hulbert Rd, Seville, 330.769.3793
Drive-it-Yourself Fabulous Fall Festival of Farms & Gardens (Northern Medina County)
Medina County, with its rolling hills and open fields offer visitors and residents alike a great wealth of farm markets, greenhouses, fresh produce and fruits. Start with a stop at Hillside Orchard and Farm Market. They offer fresh produce, apples, pies, bulk foods, honey, pumpkins and fall flowers. The next stop will be Gale’s Garden Center, a full service greenhouse offering fall plants, garden statuary, ornaments, trees and shrubs along with all your gardening needs.
A short drive back to Hinckley for a stop at The GreenSmith Country Garden Center. They offer plants, baskets, herbs, water garden supplies, specialty plants, garden supplies and The Cottage Farms Shoppe with collectibles and antiques. A short distance away is the Pick n Save Orchard. Stop and enjoy the chance to get out in the fresh air and pick-your-own.
After Pick n Save Orchard, visit Mapleside Farms. Enjoy a wonderful lunch in the Apple Farm Restaurant, then over to the Apple House where you will find scrumptious bakery items, lots of apples, fresh produce, pumpkins, gifts and their own line of jellies, apple butter and, of course, barbeque sauce which is great on ribs and chicken. Buy a glass of fresh apple cider before you leave. If you have young children, a stop at Spring Mist Farms which has a petting farm, pony cart rides, wagon rides and a non-threatening Haunted Vineyard. Spring Mist Farms has limited hours, so call first.
Just a short drive to the west in Valley City are three more stops. Hill Haven Greenhouse and Florist. Their specialty is water gardening and water garden plants but they offer a full line of plants and vegetables for your gardening needs. For your last stop, visit Jilbert Winery, open on weekends. Their specialty is a honey wine but they offer various types. A great little winery offering dinners. Also stop at Beriswill’s Farm Market for pumpkins and fresh produce, natural and organic meats sold from a family farm.
Medina County offers many other farms, greenhouses, markets and hayrides. Contact the Medina County Visitors Bureau for a free Visitors Guide showing hours and locations for these stops and more fun things in Medina County.
Medina County Show Biz Company…..presents “And Then There Were None” formerly “Ten Little Indians” by Agatha Christie at Broadway Street Hall, October 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 2009. Directed by Frank Lucas. In this superlative mystery comedy, statuettes of little toy soldier boys on the mantel of a house on an island off the coast of Devon fall to the floor and break, one by one, as those in the house succumb to a diabolical avenger. A nursery rhyme tells how each of the ten “soldiers” met his death, until there were none left. Eight guests who have never met each other or their apparently absent host and hostess are lured to the island and, along with two house servants, marooned. A mysterious voice accuses each of having gotten away with murder and then one drops dead – poisoned. One down and nine to go! The excitement never lets up.
Medina Model Railroad & Toy Show
Love toys and trains…then come out to the Medina Model Railroad & Toy Show on Sunday, October 25th from 10am to 4pm at the Community Center at the Fairgrounds. If you collect or just enjoy them, they will have trains, toys and memorabilia for all ages. Come out and enjoy the fun and nostalgia, maybe even fulfill that secret desire to start a railroad in the basement.
Also stop by Ormandy’s Trains & Toys on the historic Medina Square, 10 Public Square Sunday Noon to 5pm. Then go upstairs to see the Medina Toy & Train Museum, 7 Public Square Noon-5pm.
Recipes
Fall is the end of grilling season for many, so we have put together a wonderful meal you can do completely on the grill for the end of season grilling.
Apple Flavored Chicken Sausage
1 ½ lbs. regular ground chicken
¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons apple juice
1 small apple, rinsed, cut in quarters, cored and chopped
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dried sage, crumbled
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
Pinch ground cinnamon
Pinch ground nutmeg
1 chicken bouillon cube dissolved in 2 tablespoons boiling apple juice
Place ground chicken in a large clean bowl and using a dinner fork, break into chunks. Add apple juice, apple, kosher salt, pepper, sage, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg and bouillon broth. Mix until well combined and seasonings are distributed evenly throughout.Fire up the grill. With clean hands, gently shape sausage mixture into 4 (1/2” to ¾” thick) patties, being careful not to press too hard.Grill sausage patties, uncovered, over high heat for 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove sausages from grill and let rest 5 minutes.
Grilled Corn-on-the-Cob Husks On
6 ears fresh corn, husks on
4 oz. (1 stick) melted butter
Salt
Fresh ground black pepper
Fire up the grill. Pull husks back and down from the corn, but keep them attached at the base. Pull off silks and discard. Push husks back around ears, and soak in cold water for 10 minutes.Oil the grill rack well. Drain corn and grill (in husks), uncovered, over the coals or heat, turning every 2 minutes, for 15 minutes. Remove corn from the grill, pull husks back and off and discard. Serve immediately, passing melted butter, salt and pepper.
Grilled Corn-on-the-Cob Husks Off
6 ears fresh corn, husks and silks removed
Melted butter
Salt
Fresh ground black pepper
Fire up the grill. Brush ears of corn lightly with melted butter. On a charcoal grill: Oil the grill rack well. Grill corn over coals, uncovered, turning every 2 minutes and brushing with more butter after about 10 minutes, until some of the kernels turn golden brown. On a gas grill: Oil the grill rack well. Grill corn over heat for 12-14 minutes, turning once midway and brushing with butter until some of the kernels turn golden brown.Remove from the grill and brush corn again with butter. Serve hot.
Pepper and Summer Squash Skewers
1 ½ lb. (about 4 medium or 6 small) green zucchini or yellow summer squash, or small patty pan squash cut crosswise into 1” long pieces
1 large green sweet bell pepper, stem and core with seeds removed, cut into 1” squares
1 large red sweet bell pepper, stem and core with seeds removed, cut into 1” squares
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced, or pushed through a garlic press
½ teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
10-12 large fresh (white) button mushrooms, stems discarded and wiped clean with damp paper towel
In a large stainless-steel or glass bowl, whisk together olive oil, wine vinegar, garlic, thyme, salt and black pepper. Add vegetables and mushrooms and toss to combine. Let stand for 30 minutes, tossing occasionally.Fire up the grill.Remove vegetables from marinade, reserving marinade. Thread bell pepper chunks, squash pieces and mushrooms alternately onto the skewers.On a charcoal grill: oil the grill rack well. Arrange the skewers on the rack over the coals and grill, uncovered, turning occasionally and brushing with reserved marinade, until lightly browned, 8-10 minutes. On a gas grill: follow charcoal grilling directions except close the grill cover. Remove skewers from the grill and serve.
Apples with Caramel Crème Fraiche
4 Granny Smith apples, cored
4 cups water
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 recipe Caramel Crème Fraiche
Cut apples crosswise into ½” slices. In a large bowl combine water and lemon juice. Let apple slices stand in water mixture to prevent browning. Drain apple slices; pat dry with paper towels. Brush both sides of each apple slice with melted butter. For a charcoal grill: place apple slices on the grill rack directly over medium-hot coals. Cover and grill for 2 minutes. Rotate apple slices a half-turn to create a checkerboard grill pattern. Cover and grill for 2 minutes more. Turn apples over and repeat on other side. (For a gas grill: preheat grill. Reduce heat to medium-hot. Place apples on grill rack over heat. Grill as above.) To serve, arrange 3 or 4 apple slices on each dessert plate. Top with Caramel Crème Fraiche. Caramel Crème Fraiche: In a food processor or blender combine ½ cup whipping crème, ½ cup dairy sour cream and 1/3 cup caramel ice cream topping. Cover and process or blend for 1 to 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. ) Or beat with an electric mixer on high speed about 2 minutes or until slightly thickened.
Events
September, 2009
25 State of the State Wine Tasting, The Wine Room at the The Galaxy Restaurant, Wadsworth, 330.334.3663.
26,27 Alpaca Farm Days, One Fine Day Alpacas, Seville, Sat Noon-5pm, Sun Noon-4pm, 330.388.2506.
National Alpaca Farm Days, Good Earth Alpacas, Seville, Noon-5pm, 330.334.2175.
Voyageur Canoe Paddles, Hinckley Lake, Hinckley Reservation, fee per person, call 440.786.8530 to reserve a seat.
27 The Mighty Wurlitzer Radio Hour, call 877.590.4849 for ticket information.
Exotic Bird Fair Expo, Community Ctr at the Fairgrounds, Medina, 10am-4pm, admission, 419.685.2412.
Flea Market, Blue Sky Drive-In, Wadsworth, 6am-1pm, small fee per car, 330.334.1809.
October, 2009
1-31 Hayrides to Pumpkin Patch, Boyert’s Greenhouse, Medina, call 330.725.3509 for details.
2,3 Provide a Meal – Receive a Deal, Perfectly Charming, Medina, 11am-5pm, bring in 5-9 non-perishable canned/boxed food items receive 10% discount off total purchase, 10 or more items receive 15% discount to help fill area food banks, 330.723.5080.
2-4 The Haunted Vineyard, Spring Mist Farms, Brunswick Hills, Fri-Sat 6-9pm, Sun 6-8pm, ages 1-10, admission, 330.225.3565.
Hayrides, Richardson Farms, Medina, Fri-Sat 10am-11pm, Sun 11am-10pm, 330.722.4029.
3 Annual Farmers Market, Trinity United Church of Christ, Wadsworth, 9am-12:30pm, 330.334.2536.
Teddy Thunder Poker Run, starts at Medina Hospital, ends at Medina Eagles, registration 1-2pm, first bike out 1:30pm, last bike in 5:30pm, fee, 330.721.5941.
3,4 Hayrides, Apple Cabin, Lodi, Noon-5pm, 330.948.1476.
Hayrides, Mapleside Farms, Brunswick, 330.225.5577.
Corn Maze Open, Beriswill Farm, Valley City, 11am-6pm, 330.350.2486.
4 Hayrides, Pine Crest Farms, Spencer, call 330.667.2968 for information.
Open House, Medina County Historical Society, 1-4pm, 330.722.1341.
6 Medina County College/Trade/Tech and Career Fair, Community Ctr at the Fairgrounds, 6:30-8pm, 330.723.6393 x101.
7 Meet the Artist, Brunswick City Hall, 7:30pm, 330.225.8559.
8 Poetry Reading & Open Mic, Buehler’s Community Room, Brunswick, 7-9pm, 216.509.7060.
9 9th Annual Blues and Brews Oktoberfest, The Wine Room at The Galaxy Restaurant, Wadsworth, 6pm, admission, 330.334.3663.
9-11 The Haunted Vineyard, Spring Mist Farms, Brunswick Hills, Fri-Sat 6-9pm, Sun 6-8pm, ages 1-10, admission, 330.225.3565.
Hayrides, Richardson Farms, Medina, Fri-Sat 10am-11pm, Sun 11am-10pm, 330.722.4029.
Fall Foliage Fest, Mapleside Farms, Brunswick, call 330.225.5576 to information.
10 Annual Farmers Market, Trinity United Church of Christ, Wadsworth, 9am-12:30pm, 330.334.2536.
Courtyard of Crafts, Wadsworth High School, 9am-4pm, 330.336.2781.
Amish-English Flea Market, Homer Community Ctr, Homerville, 9am-2pm, parking donation, 330.625.2772.
America Need Fatima, Rosary Rally Crusade, Medina’s Public Square, Noon-2pm, 330.220.0656.
Swiss Steak Dinner, Church at the Lake, Chippewa Lake, 4:30-7pm, admission, 330.769.2266.
10,11 Hayrides, Apple Cabin, Lodi, Noon-5pm, 330.948.1476.
Hayrides, Mapleside Farms, Brunswick, 330.225.5577.
Corn Maze Open, Beriswill Farm, Valley City, 11am-6pm, 330.350.2486.
Hayrides, Pine Crest Farms, Spencer, call 330.667.2968 for information.
Medina County Fall Foliage Tour, southeastern portion of county.
Medina Gun Show, Community Ctr at the Fairgrounds, Medina, Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 9am-3pm, admission, 330.948.4400.
Heritage Days, Brunswick Historical Society, Brunswick, 330.220.8352.
Fall Flea Market, Chatham Twp Comm Ctr, Sat Noon-6pm, Sun Noon-5pm, 330.667.2119.
Chatham Apple Butter Festival, Chatham VFW Hall, Sat Noon-6pm, Sun Noon-5pm, 330.667.2086.
Early American Trades Fair, Log Cabin Shop, Lodi, Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 10am-3pm, 800.837.1082.
11 Flashlight Nights in the Corn Maze, Beriswill Farm, Valley City, 7-10pm, 330.350.2486.
Evaluation Event, Medina Antique Mall, Medina, 2-5pm, fee per item, 330.722.0017.
16 Halloween All Aboard: Northeastern Ohio Live Steamers, Lester Rail Trail, 6:30-8:30pm, 330.722.9364.
16-18 The Haunted Vineyard, Spring Mist Farms, Brunswick Hills, Fri-Sat 6-9pm, Sun 6-8pm, ages 1-10, admission, 330.225.3565.
Hayrides, Richardson Farms, Medina, Fri-Sat 10am-11pm, Sun 11am-10pm, 330.722.4029.
“And Then There Were None”, presented by Medina County Show Biz Company, call 330.722.5776 for ticket information.
17 Annual Farmers Market, Trinity United Church of Christ, Wadsworth, 9am-12:30pm, 330.334.2536.
Halloween All Aboard: Northeastern Ohio Live Steamers, Lester Rail Trail, 2-4pm or 6:30-8:30pm, 330.722.9364.
17,18 Hayrides, Apple Cabin, Lodi, Noon-5pm, 330.948.1476.
Hayrides, Mapleside Farms, Brunswick, 330.225.5577.
Corn Maze Open, Beriswill Farm, Valley City, 11am-6pm, 330.350.2486.
Hayrides, Pine Crest Farms, Spencer, call 330.667.2968 for information.
Voyageur Canoe Paddles, Hinckley Lake, Hinckley Reservation, fee per person, call 440.786.8530 to reserve a seat.
18 Medina Flea Market, Community Ctr at the Fairgrounds, Medina, 6am-3pm, admission, 330.948.4300.
20 Medina County Writers Club, Medina Library, 7:30-9:30pm, 330.435.6269.
22 Scare on the Square, Downtown Wadsworth, 330.335.9301.
23-25 The Haunted Vineyard, Spring Mist Farms, Brunswick Hills, Fri-Sat 6-9pm, Sun 6-8pm, ages 1-10, admission, 330.225.3565.
Hayrides, Richardson Farms, Medina, Fri-Sat 10am-11pm, Sun 11am-10pm, 330.722.4029.
“And Then There Were None”, presented by Medina County Show Biz Company, call 330.722.5776 for ticket information.
24 Annual Farmers Market, Trinity United Church of Christ, Wadsworth, 9am-12:30pm, 330.334.2536.
Halloween Monster Bash, Medina Comm Rec Ctr, Medina, 1-4pm, admission, 330.721.6900.
Sharon Women’s Club Fall Fest, Sharon Elementary School, Sharon Center, 9am-4pm, 330.334.4538.
Halloween Hunt, 9170 Norwalk Rd, Litchfield, 11am, ages 3-8, 330.635.8249.
24,25 Hayrides, Apple Cabin, Lodi, Noon-5pm, 330.948.1476.
Hayrides, Mapleside Farms, Brunswick, 330.225.5577.
Corn Maze Open, Beriswill Farm, Valley City, 11am-6pm, 330.350.2486.
Hayrides, Pine Crest Farms, Spencer, call 330.667.2968 for information.
25 Flashlight Nights in the Corn Maze, Beriswill Farm, Valley City, 7-10pm, 330.350.2486.
Medina Model Railroad & Toy Show, Community Ctr at the Fairgrounds, Medina, 10am-4pm, admission, 330.948.4400.
Benefit Quilt Auction, Wadsworth UMC, 1:30pm silent auction and preview, 3pm auction begins, admission, 330.336.4691.
30 Friday Night Wine Tasting, Skyview Lodge, Brunswick, 7-11pm, fee for wine flites, 330.225.8345.
31 Corn Maze Open, Beriswill Farm, Valley City, 11am-6pm, 330.350.2486.
Annual Farmers Market, Trinity United Church of Christ, Wadsworth, 9am-12:30pm, 330.334.2536.
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