History Lesson—Part I

Der Dutchman Celebrates 50 Years of History This Saturday

The first Der Dutchman opened in Walnut Creek, Ohio, on May 1, 1969, with seating for 75 and 15-20 employees.

04/24/2019 By Cooper Levey-Baker

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Neighborhood Close-Up: Plain and Simple Pinecraft

Real Estate Junkie Bob Plunket looks at a quaint little sliver Sarasota real estate: Pinecraft.

01/01/2016 By Robert Plunket

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Local Amish Author Sherry Gore Publishes New Book

Gore's new book is titled "The Plain Choice: A True Story of Choosing to Live an Amish Life."

09/02/2015 By Ilene Denton

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Christmas in Pinecraft, Sarasota's Amish Village

In Sarasota’s quaint Amish village, the holiday season has a flavor and magic all its own.

12/30/2014 By Sherry Gore

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For Sale: Bungalow in Pinecraft, Sarasota's Amish Community

Every wondered what it's like to live in Sarasota's Amish community? Bob Plunket takes us inside a tiny Pinecraft bungalow.

12/05/2014 By Bob Plunket

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Christmas in Pinecraft, Sarasota's Amish Village

In Sarasota’s quaint Amish village, the holiday season has a flavor and magic all its own.

12/01/2014 By Sherry Gore

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The History of Sarasota's Amish and Mennonite Communities

In this Vintage Sarasota post, we explore the history of the Amish and Mennonite communities in Sarasota.

09/19/2014 By Larry Kelleher

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Pinecraft's Sherry Gore Gains National Attention for Her Amish Cookbook Series

Pinecraft’s Sherry Gore is gaining national attention for a new cookbook series featuring comforting Amish favorites.

12/02/2013 By Ilene Denton

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Thanks to Today Show Segment, Pinecraft Takes National Stage

Cookbook author Sherry Gore and the Pinecraft Amish-Mennonite community will be in the national spotlight thanks to an upcoming Today show segment.

04/16/2013 By Ilene Denton