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A drive along the Midwest byways offers a glimpse of country crafts near small towns. Waynesville is such a lovely town and known as the Antique capital of the Midwest. The town is picturesque with the streets lined with quaint shops, beautiful trees, park benches for those who want to rest or people watch. This town is also a lovely place to browse the shops and sites. The Cobblestone Village and Cafe - While strolling around the town, the Cobblestone Village is one of the sites to stop in at and explore the items. They say the Cobblestone Village is the place which has nothing you need but everything you want. Whoever said that was absolutely correct - I did find some home decorating items.  Owners Rick and Brenda Weber created a unique blend of really neat and creative gifts for the country home and a fabulous café too. They also have the largest collection of quilts in the region. The workmanship of these quilts is awesome with some really beautiful designs. The Hammel Ho...

Small towns are often like time capsules, which capture the charm and warmth of days gone by. Shinnston , West Virginia is one such town in Harrison County . Shinnston is located in the North Central part of West Virginia, where you'll find the West Fork River Rail Trail , featuring over 16 miles of scenic trails to explore. Bring along your camera and capture the West Virginia's natural beauty and wildlife. The trail is also popular with hikers, and for horseback riding. You can also rent a bike if you did not bring your own and set off for a ride along the trail. As you ride you find yourself discovering several of the other nearby towns, and country roads. This is usually where we find great Farmer's Markets that are perfect for picking up a healthy snack or treat. You can also enjoy recreation at nearby Audra , and Cedar Creek , Stonewall Jackson State Parks or visit Coopers Rock, which has a wonderful view of the Cheat Rive r gorge. Interesting sites to visit along ...