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2 - Paulding County Progress Spring Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Six reasons to plant a garden
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Whether you have acres of space or just a
windowsill, there are many benefits to plant-
ing your own garden this year.
By KYLEE BAUMLE
Progress Columnist
Those of us who garden are just full of rea-
sons why we do so. For us, its almost a no-
brainer and we cant imagine not gardening.
But to those whove never done it, some con-
vincing might be in order and Im here to try
and do that, because there are some very com-
pelling reasons to garden.
First of all, there are all kinds of gardens:
flower, vegetable, orchards, container, indoor,
rock, etc. Not all forms of gardening appeal to
all people. But Im betting you can find one of
them that suits your personality and that will
enrich your life in more ways than you might
think.
Lets just look at the mental health aspect
of it. Flowers make us smile. And working in
the soil actually causes beneficial bacteria to
be released into the air that raises the level of
serotonin in the brain when you breathe it in.
Thats what makes us feel good. Think about
that! All thats required is to stir the dirt around
and youll feel happy! And if youre going to
do that, you might as well put something in
that hole that serves another purpose.
You know theres nothing that tastes better
than fresh food right from the garden. You can
grow your own with no pesticides and you can
harvest it right when its ready and then eat it
the same day, within minutes even. No grocery
store produce can match freshness like that.
You choose the seed. Even if you can buy
fresh, when you choose your own seed, you
can choose whether or not you want to eat
genetically engineered produce (not go be
confused with GMO) or food the way nature
made it. The jury is still out on what effects GE
crops may have on human beings, but when
you grow your own, you can avoid that issue
altogether.
Your selection of what
you can eat grows exponen-
tially when you grow your
own, because of all the vari-
eties of seeds there are to
choose from. Commercial
growers grow what transports
best and takes the least
amount of time from seed to
harvest. When was the last
time you saw a Charentais
melon for sale in the grocery
store?
Whether you grow edibles
or flowers, gardening is edu-
cational and is great exercise. There are a num-
ber of lessons to be learned in the garden at all
stages of the season. And if you dont think
gardening is good exercise, just talk with a
gardener in the spring after theyve been out of
the garden all winter.
There is a sense of wonder and an appreci-
ation for miracles big and small that occur in
the garden. It isnt just the plants, the fruits, the
flowers; its all that goes with it. Birds love
gardens and will help with pest control.
Butterflies adore them and need them to live.
Children grow up knowing where food comes
from and may be introduced to a lifelong
activity. The sights and smells of a garden are
one of the most organic pleasures life has to
offer.
I knowsome of you are
saying you dont have room
for a proper garden or you
dont even have a yard. There
are plenty of things that can
be grown in containers on
porches, patios, balconies and
windowsills. You dont need
much. If youve never grown
one thing before, start simple,
with one planted pot in a
sunny window. You may find
that its like the proverbial
potato chip you cant stop
with just one.
Kylee Baumle lives in southwestern
Paulding County and writes about her garden
at www.ourlittleacre.com. She is the co-author
of Indoor Plant Dcor: The Design Stylebook
for Houseplants, released April 15.
In The
Garden
By
Kylee Baumle
Wednesday, April 17, 2013 Paulding County Progress Spring - 3
By Sherri Rager
Paulding County Master
Gardener
Get a jump on spring by starting
some plants indoors. This is a great
way to save money, grow unusual
plants, or just get growing early.
Most seeds have starting instruc-
tions on the packet. Start your seeds
per the instructions from 4 to 12
weeks before the frost date, which
for us is May 20. For example, most
tomato and pepper seeds should be
started 6 to 8 weeks ahead.
All you need is some sterile
growing medium, containers of
some sort, light and water.
The growing medium should be a
soilless mix to avoid weeds and dis-
eases. It does not need added fertil-
izer. Gently firm the mix into the
container and wet it.
The containers can be purchased
or saved (sterilize with one part
chlorine bleach to nine parts water)
plastic starting trays, washed plastic
or poly meat, fruit or vegetable trays
or take-out containers. If there are
no holes in the bottom, either make
holes with a nail or be careful not to
overwater.
The light source should be a large
south window, or a fluorescent shop
light suspended on chains. One 40
watt cool white bulb and one 40
watt plant light or full spectrum
bulb is ideal. This
should be suspended
6 inches above the
trays, and moved up
as seedlings grow.
They will need from
14 to 16 hours of
light per day. If your
light is right, the
plants wont be
spindly or weak.
The seeds may be
planted in rows to be transplanted
later, or in individual pots. Most
seeds can be planted directly from
the packet, but some need prior
treatment. This should be specified
on the seed packet. Seeds with hard
seed coats should be gently rubbed
with a metal file and soaked prior to
planting.
To soak seeds, place them on a
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Start your garden plants and flowers from seed. All you need is growing
medium, containers (use new or reused), light and water.
wet paper towel. Cover them with a
wet paper towel and plastic wrap.
Set them aside for 24 hours, and
then plant the seeds. In general,
seeds should be planted twice as
deep as they are wide. However,
some need light to germinate and
should be spread on
the surface.
Water gently but
thoroughly and
cover with plastic.
Be sure to mark the
seeds as to variety,
and note the date
they were planted.
Place in a warm
location, generally
between 65 and 75
degrees.
When the plants come up,
remove the plastic and place under
lights or in a window. Be aware of
cold drafts from the window and
turn the plants once a day. Apply
water with a spray bottle to keep the
mix moist. After the plants get big-
ger, water gently from a cup.
If the plants are in rows, trans-
plant them to their own pot when
the second set of leaves open.
Handle them by the first set of
leaves, not the stems. Use a plastic
or butter knife or wooden plant
label to gently pry the roots up and
replant them, gently firming around
the stem. Water gently and keep out
of harsh light for a day or two.
Two weeks before planting out-
doors, begin hardening the plants.
Place them outdoors in the shade
when it is warm and not windy.
Gradually move them into more sun
and increase their time outside over
the two weeks. Now you can plant,
water, and enjoy!
Happy Gardening from your
Paulding County Master
Gardeners!
4 - Paulding County Progress Spring Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Herbs for beginners
Beginning herb gardeners may have a
problem deciding which herbs to plant
because of the large number of herbs from
which to select. A quick check of your super-
market shelf will give you some idea of the
types of herbs used in cooking and also will
serve as a planting guide. Many cookbooks
also offer information on uses of various
herbs as flavorings.
Following is a good variety of flavors and
uses of recommended herbs for beginners:
Strong herbs Winter savory, rosemary,
sage
Herbs strong enough for accent Sweet
basil, dill, mint, sweet marjoram, tarragon,
thyme
Herbs for blending chives, parsley, sum-
mer savory
Herbs for containers Mint, sage, parsley,
Greek oregano, rosemary, marjoram, bush
basil, thyme, chives, dill and summer savory
Herbs to plant in partial shade Chervil,
coriander, dill, anise, chamomile, catnip,
chives, lemon balm, peppermint, spearmint,
Herb or spice? How do you know if you
are using an herb or a spice in cooking?
Herbs grow in TEMPERATE regions, and
spices come from TROPICAL regions.
Generally, herbs are fresh or dried
leaves, while spices involve seeds, roots,
fruits, flowers and bark. Herbs are green
and have a milder flavor. Spices tend to be
brown, black and red, with a stronger, pun-
gent flavor. However, the terms herb and
spice are artificial categories and not of
major concern.
A non-culinary, general definition of an
herb is any useful plant.
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wanted to combine his passion for automobiles with his love of films.
After testing different parking configurations and imitating weather conditions in his
own driveway to simulate the drive-in movie experience, Hollingshead filed for a patent
for the drive-in theater. He received the patent on May 16, 1933.
The first drive-in was opened on June 6, 1933, in Camden, N.J. The price of admission
was 25 cents for the car and each person inside.
Drive-in theaters peaked in popularity in the 1950s, when there were roughly 5,000
drive-ins operating across the United States and Canada. According to Drive-Ins.com,
currently there are about 365 drive-ins remaining in the United States and 55 in
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Wednesday, April 17, 2013 Paulding County Progress Spring - 5
fere with activities in the yard or
offend neighbors. The site should
have good drainage and not on con-
crete. The pile will work best where it
is somewhat protected from drying
winds, yet receives partial sunlight to
help supplement heat for the pile.
Build your compost pile in layers.
Begin with eight to ten inches of
leaves, grass, or plant trimmings.
Water it to the point of being moist,
but not soggy. Then add a nitrogen
source, such as ammonium nitrate,
ammonium sulfate, or an inexpen-
sive high nitrogen lawn fertilizer
without herbicide.
Sprinkle the pile with 1/3 to 1/2
cup of fertilizer per 25 square feet of
surface area (a 5-foot-by-5-foot bin).
If you live in a rural area and have
access to livestock manure, you can
use a two-inch layer of manure as
your nitrogen source.
You may choose to add a one-inch
layer of soil or completed compost
over the nitrogen to increase the
number of decomposing microbes in
the pile. However, most leaves and
plant scraps have enough microor-
ganisms to get the job done without
the addition of soil or compost.
By Jim Lopshire
OSU Extension agent
Sources: University of Minnesota
Backyard Composting
Backyard composting is a process
that allows naturally occurring
microbes to convert yard waste,
such as leaves and grass clippings, to
a useful organic soil amendment or
mulch. Gardeners have used com-
post for centuries to improve the
physical condition of soil and to add
some of the nutrients needed for
plant growth. Incorporating compost
into light, sandy soil helps it hold
both moisture and nutrients, while
adding it to heavy soil improves
drainage.
To produce compost efficiently
from yard waste several conditions
must be met. The microorganisms
responsible for decomposition need
oxygen, water, and nitrogen. Particle
size also affects efficiency. The
smaller the plant pieces, the more
rapidly they will break down. Use a
shredder or power mower to chop up
leaves and small twigs before
adding them to the pile.
Locate your compost pile close to
where it will be used so it wont inter-
Backyard composting
Top 5 composting tips
Composting doesnt have to be a difficult task. Its easy to do, good for the envi-
ronment, and great for your garden. Here are the best tips you can keep in mind
for making sure your compost works to the best of its ability:
1) Layer: The secret to good composting is layering. When layering, always alter-
nate carbon and nitrogen material layers. The best nitrogen sources include grass
clippings, manure, coffee grounds, tea bags, and wilted flowers. Alternate these
with carbon sources, such as leaves, newspaper, cardboard, dried flowers, bread,
and spices.
2) Shred: Take the time to shred your large items (cardboard, newspaper, et
cetera). Small material breaks down much more quickly. Its worth the two-minute
effort to make a more efficient compost.
3) Seek out citrus: Have fruit flies? Bury citrus rinds (orange, grapefruit, tanger-
ine, lemon, and so on) in the compost pile to minimize fruit flies. The scent turns
them off, and you dont have to worry about the pesky bugs rearing their heads.
4) Turn, baby, turn: Turn the compost every two weeks to reactivate the process-
ing. This is essential for the microorganisms, which need additional aeration to
maintain efficiency. Add water to the dry areas to keep it moist and active.
5) What NOT to use: Avoid using fish, meat scraps, bones, dairy, a lot of fat, pet
droppings, metal, plastic, glass, and seeds. This can attract rodents and animals,
as well as reduce or eliminate the effectiveness of your compost.
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Turningcompost speeds decomposition.
What to compost:
Vegetable & fruit scraps
Peat moss
Wood shavings
Dried shredded leaves
Dried grass clippings
Eggshells
Coffee grounds & filters
Shredded paper
Paper towels & napkins
Wax paper
Milk & ice cream cartons
Pencil shavings
Tea bags
Sawdust
Dryer lint
Twigs & bark
Wood ashes
Garden trimmings
Old pasta & bread
Floor sweepings
Pet hair
Repeat these layers until the pile
reaches a height of five feet, water-
ing each time you add new layers.
An active compost pile will heat
to somewhere between 130 and
160. As the center cools, turn the
pile to help speed decomposition
and minimize any objectionable
odors. You will need to do this once
or twice a month.
Continue to water your compost
pile periodically to keep it moist but
not soggy. You can add a little fresh
material when you turn the pile, but
generally, youre better off begin-
ning a new pile.
A well-managed compost pile
will be ready in two to four months
in the warm season, whereas an
untended pile will take a year or
more to decompose. When com-
pleted, your compost pile will be
about half its original height, and
will have a pleasant, earthy smell.
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Curb appeal: 2013s hottest home improvement trend
(BPT) The busy home remod-
eling season is a great time for
homeowners to focus on increasing
curb appeal.
The percentage of homeowners
who feel now is a good time to
spend money on home improve-
ment has doubled since 2009,
according to a recent survey among
Better Homes and Gardens readers.
Considering two of the top four fea-
tures consumers have on their wish
lists for their next home are low
maintenance exteriors and a private
backyard, high-performance prod-
ucts that come in a variety of colors,
textures and designs are expected to
be in high demand this year.
Based on these survey results,
weve found that many of our read-
ers want to refresh whats already
there, says Jill Waage, editorial
director for home content, Better
Homes and Gardens. Perhaps
theyre looking to dig out that hid-
den sophistication of a mid-century
home, or they might have a classic
and want to bring out the character
a bit more. Beyond the facade, our
readers also really love outdoor liv-
ing spaces; they see their yard as an
extension of the indoors.
From small touch ups to large
renovations, projects such as replac-
ing boring and beige with colorful
vinyl siding and trim, updating
entryways with bright front doors
and shutters, and sprucing up out-
door living areas can make a big
difference in the look of your home
and neighborhood.
Homeowners want it all in 2013;
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vice president of marketing for Ply
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bined with complementary trim,
stone veneer and designer accents
that set your home apart are in
demand for home improvements.
Consider these upgrades to get
magazine-ready looks for your
home exterior.
Make a grand entrance
For experienced DIYers consid-
ering a weekend project, painting
the front door or replacing shutters
is a simple solution with dramatic
results. These small changes create
a focal point for the house and pro-
vide a warm, inviting appearance
with a modern feel. Brands such as
Mastic Home Exteriors by Ply Gem
offer shutters in dozens of pre-
selected colors, or can be painted
for a custom look.
Other subtle improvements like
adding modern lighting fixtures,
detailed railings, a new mailbox,
stone columns or house numbers
can also go a long way in enhancing
a homes custom look.
Whole-home overhaul
For those ready to create a whole
new style, installing new siding and
trim can infuse life into a bland
exterior. Vinyl siding, stone veneer
and designer accents have evolved
over the years, with vastly expand-
ed color palettes, easy maintenance
and a natural look. By incorporating
cellular PVC trim as an accent to
vinyl siding and stone around
windows, on dormers, eaves and
gables even the most discerning
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The great outdoors
The perfect addition to any exte-
rior design renovation is an outdoor
living area to entertain friends,
enjoy a summer barbecue or just
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WHATS IN FOR OUTDOORS
(NAPS) If you want to get more enjoyment out
of your yard, you can consider creating attractive out-
door spaces that are both easy to take care of and
good for the environment.
American homeowners are increasingly drawn to
adding outdoor rooms for entertaining and recreation
on their properties. Thats what the most recent
Residential Landscape Architecture Trends survey
conducted by the American Society of Landscape
Architects discovered. The survey results also show
demand for both sustainable and low-maintenance
design.
Landscape architects who specialize in residential
design were asked to rate the expected popularity of a
variety of residential outdoor design elements. The cat-
egory of outdoor living spaces, defined as kitchens and
entertainment spaces, received a 94.5 percent rating as
somewhat or very popular.
Ninety-seven percent of respondents rated fire pits
and fireplaces as somewhat or very in demand, fol-
lowed by grills, seating and dining areas, and lighting.
Decorative water elements including waterfalls,
ornamental pools and splash pools were predicted to
be in demand for home landscapes. Spas and pools are
also popular.
Terraces, patios and decks are also high on peoples
lists.
Americans prefer practical yet striking design ele-
ments for their gardens including low-maintenance
landscapes and native plants.
In addition, more people are opting for food and
vegetable gardens, including orchards and vineyards.
Good To Know
If youre thinking of joining them, a few food-grow-
ing facts and hints may help:
Food gardens can be easy, rewarding and sustain-
able. For starters, you can use fallen leaves in autumn
and grass clippings in spring and summer as mulch and
weed suppressant.
Perennial plants can be low maintenance they
come back every year without replanting. Some great
examples include asparagus, blueberries, blackberries
and rhubarb.
Herbs can make for an especially sustainable food
garden, as many prefer hot and dry areas of your yard,
with chives, sage and tarragon returning every year.
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Spring Yard & Garden Calendar
By B. Rosie Lerner
Extension consumer horticulturist
Purdue University
APRIL
Yard (Lawns, woody ornamentals
and fruits)
Plant a tree in celebration of
National Arbor Day, April 27. Bare-
root stock should be planted before
new top growth begins. Balled- and-
burlapped and containerized stock can
still be planted later in spring.
Fertilize woody plants before new
growth begins. Two pounds of actual
nitrogen per 1,000 square feet should
be sufficient.
Complete pruning chores, remov-
ing dead and injured branches first.
Apply a prebloom, multipurpose
orchard spray to fruit trees.
Remove winter coverings from
roses, but keep mulch nearby for pro-
tection from late freezes. Prune and
fertilize as needed.
Apply pre-emergent herbicide to
control crabgrass in lawns.
Approximate dates of application are
April 21 to May 10 in the northern part
of the state.
Garden (Flowers, vegetables and
small fruits)
Plant seeds of cool-season crops
directly in the garden, as soon as soil
dries enough to be worked. When
squeezed, soil should crumble instead
of forming a ball. Cool-season crops
that can be direct-seeded include peas,
lettuce, spinach, carrots, beets, turnips,
parsnips and Swiss chard.
Plant transplants of cool-season
crops, such as broccoli, cauliflower,
cabbage, Brussels sprouts, kohlrabi
and onions.
Plant or transplant asparagus and
rhubarb crowns. For best plant estab-
lishment, do not harvest until the third
year after planting.
Plant sections of certified, disease-
free potato seed tubers.
Allow foliage of spring-flowering
bulbs to remain in place after blooms
fade. Leaves manufacture the food
reserves, which are then stored in the
bulb for a repeat showing next year.
Plant hardy perennials, such as
daylilies and delphiniums.
Start tuberous begonias and caladi-
ums indoors for transplanting to gar-
den later.
Remove winter mulch from straw-
berries, but keep mulch handy in case
late frosts are predicted and to help
keep weeds under control.
Plant or transplant strawberries,
raspberries and other small fruit.
Prune grape vines to remove dead
or weakened limbs, and repair support
trellises as needed.
MAY
Yard (Lawns, woody ornamentals
and fruits)
Prune early spring-flowering
trees and shrubs after flowers fade.
Plant balled-and-burlapped or
container nursery stock, and water
thoroughly.
Remove and destroy overwinter-
ing bagworms from landscape trees
and shrubs.
Follow a spray schedule to keep
home-orchard crops pest free. While
trees are in bloom, use fungicide
sprays without insecticide to avoid
injury to bees. Follow label direc-
tions.
Thin fruits of apple trees, if need-
ed, about three weeks after petal fall.
Apples should be about 8 inches
apart.
Apply fungicides to roses to con-
trol diseases such as black spot.
Purdue turf experts recommend
that if you are going to fertilize your
lawn in May, apply three-fourths to 1
pound N/1000 square foot with a
product that contains 50 percent or
more slow-release fertilizer. Try to
schedule the application prior to a rain
or irrigate following application to
move the fertilizers off the leaf blade.
See SPRING, page 15
Wednesday, April 17, 2013 Paulding County Progress Spring - 11
130 Years In Business
l APPEAL
Continued from Page 6
This home was remodeled to create instant curb
appeal. A new entry, windows, siding and stone veneer
were added to transform the homes bland exterior into
a magazine-ready home.
relax with the newspaper. To extend your interior
space to the outdoors, consider projects such as
installing an outdoor fireplace or kitchen with
durable stone veneer, or a low maintenance vinyl
privacy or picket fence.
To find design inspiration and product ideas for
these and other exterior projects, visit
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small refresh or a completely enhanced look, many
of this years hottest home design trends are wait-
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Helping kids learn the game of golf
Adults who play golf know just how fun
and frustrating the game can be. Whether
youre a veteran golfer or someone just
learning the links, golf can be challenging.
But as exacting as the game can be, it also
can be just as rewarding, even for kids.
Children who embrace the game of golf will
learn a host of lessons they can apply in all
facets of life. A humbling game even for pro-
fessional golfers, golf can teach kids lessons
in humility and the value of persistence even
when things arent going your way.
Golf is also a great way for parents to get
kids off the couch and outdoors for some fun
in the sun. Instead of spending summer after-
noons in front of the television, kids who
play golf are out patrolling pristine golf
courses while getting some cardiovascular
exercise along the way.
Golf can also strengthen a childs hand-
eye coordination, which can help them in
other activities, including many different
sports.
Though many people do not begin playing
golf until theyve reached adulthood, its
never too early for boys and girls to start
learning the game of golf.
Parents of preschoolers can start their kids
off with a toddler play set. Though its just a
toy, a play set can help lay a solid foundation
for future golfers. Kids who have watched
Mom and Dad play golf or practice their
swing can develop their own swings on their
play set.
As kids approach school age, dont over-
look the nearby putt-putt or miniature golf
range as a valuable teaching tool. Miniature
golf clubs are small enough for many chil-
dren to use comfortably, and kids can use
miniature golf courses as a place to put any
lessons or advice on putting to good use.
Whats more, a miniature golf course is
more than just golf, with creative courses
and other fun activities, so kids wont feel
overwhelmed with golf.
When kids move on from preschool to
elementary school, some might want to tag
along with Mom or Dad to the driving range.
You should try to avoid overwhelming kids
with too much instruction or information.
Instead, keep things as simple as possible,
teaching them the basic swing and encourag-
ing them no matter how quickly they adapt.
As kids enter middle school and approach
high school, those who are enjoying the
game of golf can take advantage of the driv-
ing range if they havent already begun to. A
driving range typically has markers that indi-
times, thrift stores or other secondhand retail-
ers have clubs for sale) because growing chil-
dren will eventually grow out of their first set
of clubs. When your child finds a set of clubs
that suits him or her, teach the proper way to
swing and consider signing up your son or
daughter for lessons.
Those first few lessons can prove invalu-
able, turning a pastime into a passion kids will
carry with them throughout their lives.
cate the distance of a regular hole, regardless
of which tee you will play from on an actual
golf course. Kids can aim for holes at shorter
distances to learn how far their drives are
going. You can then adjust the lessons you
teach your children based on how far young-
sters can drive the ball.
As a child gets closer to high school, you
might want to buy the child his or her own set
of clubs. Look for inexpensive clubs (often-
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Small town charm found in western Ohio
DAYTON Bring along your sense of discovery to expe-
rience small town charm, distinct shopping districts and our
lands rich frontier heritage in Ohios Historic West. This
region consists of Auglaize, Darke, Mercer, Miami, Shelby
and Van Wert counties, conveniently located north of I-70
and west of I-75.
Many small towns dot the landscape of this rural, scenic
region including New Bremen, Sidney and Versailles.
These towns and many others located in the Ohios Historic
West region tell the stories of the American Experience as
illustrated by our cultural and ethnic diversity, family
farms, historic freedoms and liberties, rural lifestyle, scenic
beauty, ingenious innovations, hometown heroes, patterns
of development and settlement and the spirit of community.
Step back in time to visit the charmingly restored canal
town of New Bremen. Located along the banks of the
Miami & Erie Canal, visitors are encouraged to stop by the
Lockkeepers House Visitors Center to view the displays
and memorabilia from the canal days of the past and pick
up a walking tour brochure of the historic downtown.
Included in the walking tour is Lock One which has been
restored, and just around the corner, the Bicycle Museum of
America. This gem of a museum has an incredible invento-
ry of bicycles form the earliest wooden models to the sleek
racing bikes of today.
During a leisure tour of this charming small town, visi-
tors are encouraged to take time to refresh, refuel and
maybe pick up a good book. Wonderful coffees, specialty
drinks and delicious food is available in downtown New
Lock 1 North, located in the downtown city park of New
Bremen, holds back the water of the Miami and Erie Canal.
New Bremen is among the many small towns of western Ohio
that lure visitors with historical, scenic and other attractions..
Bremen at the New Bremen Coffee Co. and Books. If there
is time for dinner, join locals for an authentic Italian cuisine
at La Piazza, located next to the Bicycle Museum in a for-
mer canal era hotel renowned for great food and a wonder-
ful atmosphere.
From canal boats to castles, visitors can experience
decades of history in the Ohios Historic West region.
Perhaps no other residence in western Ohio captures the
glamour and opulence of the 1890s more than Whitby
Place, conceived and designed by W.H.C. Goode, one of
the wealthiest men in Shelby County.
Today known as GreatStone Castle, this magnificent
mansion, now serves as a bed and breakfast. It is on the
National Register of Historic Places, and has endured more
than 11 decades as an Ohio landmark. The GreatStone
Castle Bed and Breakfast is constructed of Bedford Indiana
limestone, 18 inches thick, and features a wraparound porch
supported by intricate stone columns. Three turrets give this
massive structure its castle-like appearance. Interior design
results in elegance and comfort. GreatStone Castle Bed and
Breakfast is finished in rare hardwoods from various coun-
tries, transported by sailing ship and rail, to their final des-
tination atop a hill in Sidney. Overlooking historic down-
town Sidney, two acres of lawn, gardens and 100-year-old
oaks greet all who approach by the scenic circular drive.
With over 4,200 square feet on each of four levels,
GreatStone Castle Bed and Breakfast is perfect for a roman-
tic, small town get away.
For a delicious meal or glass of wine, be sure to stop by The
Bridge. Bistro style dining in their restaurant or outside on
their street side patio makes for a wonderful afternoon or
evening. Before heading back to the Castle, a romantic
stroll or window shopping along the tree lined streets of the
downtown historic district is certain to cap off your perfect
evening.
Small town luxury and charm can be found in the All-
American village of Versailles located in Darke County.
The Inn at Versailles, a Euro-American inn and restaurant
offers excellent, one-of-a-kind accommodations and deli-
cious fare. Featuring 22 guest rooms and uniquely remod-
eled suites, this boutique inn is located in the heart of the
Village of Versailles on the town square.
See SMALL TOWN, page 15
14 - Paulding County Progress Spring Wednesday, April 17, 2013
H- or 8-shaped burners, offer the most even heat distribu-
tion and excellent performance. Is there something covering
the burners to protect them and dissipate the heat? (Typically
called the heat medium.) A well-designed grill will have a
stainless or porcelain-coated steel Wave-shaped vaporizer
completely covering the burners. The vaporization of food
drippings creates that authentic barbecue flavor youre look-
ing for, so this is an important feature.
What are the cooking grids made of?
Look for cast iron or stainless steel. These cooking grids
should be heavy enough to retain heat, create steakhouse style
sear marks and vaporize food drippings right at the grids,
adding to the barbecue flavor of what you are cooking.
Choose cast iron grids if you are looking for steakhouse sear-
ing performance or stainless steel grids for easy maintenance.
What are the temperature controls like?
The more control you have over the temperature of your
grill, the better your food will taste. Look for a gas grill that
offers infinite heat control, instead of just low, medium and
high, allowing you to set your grill to the precise temperature
for searing, roasting or slow cooking. Along with temperature
control, look for a grill that has at least two burner controls,
allowing you to grill with one side off, also known as indirect
grilling.
Where is the grill made?
Make sure you can readily access customer service and
parts support for your grill. The North American manufactur-
ers offer this support direct from Canadian and U.S.-based
factories.
(MS) Choosing your grill should start with thinking about
how you want to cook for family and friends. Having been in
the business almost 30 years and cooked thousands of meals,
the grilling family at Broil King recommend that you ask
yourself the following questions before you venture to your
local grill store.
What is your favorite grilled food?
If hamburgers, hot dogs and the occasional steak are as far
as you get, there is a wide range of basic gas and charcoal
grills to choose from. However, an HPBA survey shows that
68 percent of grillers see themselves as better than average
or extremely proficient at grilling. So if you dont want to be
running in and out of the kitchen when you could have every-
thing you need happening at the grill, consider a grill with
more than 2 burners, precise heat control and a side and rotis-
serie burner.
How many people are you grilling for?
The cooking surface on grills can range from 250 to 1,000
square inches. Grilling for between four and eight people and
occasional crowds of 12, you should have 500 square inches
or more. If youre preparing a feast on a regular basis, look
for a grill that is equipped with two separate cooking surfaces
(typically a larger cookbox at 725 square inches and smaller
at 275 square inches).
In addition to cooking surface, look for the depth of cook-
box allowing you to put a turkey or large roast on the grill.
What are the burners like?
Check out the burners and understand what they are made
of, and how are they shaped. Dual Tube style burners, and
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Cook with the lid closed. This allows more smoky flavor to
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Garden (Flowers, vegetables and small fruits)
Plant frost-tender plants after danger of frost is past
for your area. This includes warm-season vegetables,
such as tomatoes, peppers, eggplant and vine crops, as
well as most annual flowers and tender perennials, such
as cannas, gladiolus, dahlias, tuberous begonias and cal-
adiums.
Pinch chrysanthemums and annual flower plants to
keep them compact and well branched.
Make successive plantings of beans and sweet corn
to extend the season of harvest.
Thin seedlings of early-planted crops, such as car-
rots, lettuce, spinach and beets, to their proper spacing.
Harvest early plantings of radishes, spinach and let-
tuce.
Harvest asparagus by cutting or snapping spears at
or just below soil level.
Harvest rhubarb by cutting, or grasp the stalk and
pull it up and slightly to one side.
Control cucumber beetles, carriers of bacterial
wilt, as soon as cucumber plants germinate or are
transplanted to prevent disease.
Remove blossoms from newly set strawberry
plants to allow better runner formation.
Remove unwanted sucker growth in raspberries
when new shoots are about a foot tall.
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l SMALL TOWN
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Also situated on the town square are two of 12
bronze, life-sized sculptures on permanent display in
the village. These sculptures depict the heritage and
lifestyle of the French and German immigrants who
settled in northern part of Darke County in the early
1800s. Whether its Monet creating a painting or WWI
airmail pilots or a little girl jumping rope, all aspects
of family life are portrayed.
Versailles is brimming with culture including the-
atrical performances and live concerts at the Versailles
Performing Arts Center, and local legends and stories
told during Sundays at The Museum at Versailles.
The finer things in life can be enjoyed at The
Winery at Versailles, just a short drive west of the vil-
lage in the billowy fields of corn, beans and hay.
Nestled in between those fields are several acres of
grapes and a restored tobacco barn, now known as The
Winery at Versailles. This family-owned business
offers more than 30 wines with tastes to suit everyone.
Visitors are welcome to tour the facility, sample
wines, visit the gift shop and attend special events.
Discover the charming, small towns of Ohios
Historic West, and hear the stories of the American
Experience. For more information, visit
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