How the Amish Commemorate Easter

The Easter weekend in the Amish community begins on Good Friday, the day that symbolizes Christ's crucifixion, with fasting till noon. They choose to fast because it reflects on the sacred day.This season is often commemorated with a communion service on Sunday, which carries immense spiritual significance as they reflect on Jesus Christ and His life. Saturday through Monday is spent visiting, socializing with family and friends, and enjoying delicious meals. One of the most common foods served at the dinner table is eggs, because they mean rebirth.  Easter Sunday is when the largest gatherings are held. Sometimes the children go around and sing to the elderly members in their community as well. The Monday after Easter Sunday is treated like an "Off-Sunday" or what the Amish also call "Visiting Sunday." There are no church services held, but families will only do the necessary livestock chores and then spend the rest of the day visiting with family and friends. On Tuesday, they return to their normal weekly routine and jobs. Relax... Cleaning Poly is Easy! Do you enjoy being outside? Are you looking for outdoor furniture that will last and is easy to clean? The poly furniture of Leisure Lawns and Finch collections are both collections that endure and are easy to clean. In the following video, one of Snyder's Sales Associate demonstrates how easy it is to clean the poly furniture: Cleaning Poly Furniture. Contact one of our sales associates today to receive more information on the Outdoor Poly Furniture. Contact Us Today!

In Our Community - The Gordonville Mud Sale

To the right, to the left, for as far as the eye could see, there was people. And from every corner, you were greeted with the sounds of auctioneers selling goods, children playing, horses neighing, sirens; these were only a few of the sounds you heard. Andrea, one of sales associates, has attended numerous benefit auctions in the past, but none compared to the mud sale.  No parking was available near the sale, so most people parked off-site and were shuttled on into the auction in school buses. As you walked towards the fire department, you met little Amish boys with their express wagons. These little boys were pulling sold items to vehicles for the auction goers. The variety of items found on the auction blocks was endless - antiques, reclaimed barn-wood items, farm equipment, sheds, quilts, household goods.

Many smells also greeted your nose - BBQ chicken, frying hamburgers, coffee, hot cider, french fries, soft pretzels. Auction goers could be found with coffee in one hand and french fries in another. There was also homemade donuts and hot cider to warm you up on the cool spring morning. Many little stands were set up, selling local Amish delicacies. Apple cider, canned goods such as chow-chow, pickles, jellies and jams, cheeses, smoked meats, homemade brooms. Most importantly the proceeds from this auction are to benefit the Gordonville Fire department, a fire department that is 100% volunteer. Many of the volunteers at Gordonville are from the Amish community. This sale is an example of how a community can work together to support one another.

After spending an hour at the auction and having acquired some auction goodies, it was time to head back to the bus pickup location. Due to the amount of people arriving for the auction, the wait time for the bus was longer. While waiting, one could take in the auction as people came and went. We highly recommend experiencing the Lancaster County culture that is found at a mud sale. It is wonderful to see how the community pulls together for the good of one another. The upcoming mud sales can be found here.

Local Handcrafted Amish Furniture on a Budget

It doesn't take a large budget to afford local handcrafted furniture. We source all our furniture from local woodworkers in Pennsylvania. Not only does this support our local community, it saves both money and the environment by reducing shipping. The solid hardwood is long lasting and sustain-ably harvested from northeastern forests

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This Tuscany set combines Onyx Maple and stained Elm tops for striking look while only costing $2599. A modern look with long last hardwood and quality construction. Plus customize colors for no extra charge!

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A Lancaster County Spring Tradition!

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As the winter frost melts and spring approaches, Lancaster County holds one of its annual traditions, Mud Sales. Local fire companies hold these events as fundraisers. Named after the ever present late winter mud, its a chance for the community to gather and socialize. Great local food, furniture, crafts, and all sorts of donated items are available for sale and auctioned off. A mud sale is a great chance to go beyond the tourist spots and immerse yourself in Lancaster County culture! Click below to see a list of upcoming mud sales!

Upcoming Mud Sales