Whistle Stop Shop

08/15/2026

We're starting the transition to Fall at Whistle Stop Shop, starting at the front door and planning for participation in Sept 4th First Friday "Roper Romp" & our booth at the annual Pork Festival in Eaton on the weekend of Sept 19 & 20!
While we have new merchandise orders from Gantz coming soon, we are also looking forward to new features in progress from our group of dedicated Family & Friends crafters! We also welcome new local crafters who may be interested in joining us...Please leave your name, craft specialty, and number so Joni can get back with you as soon as possible.
Today's Saturday Sweet Treat is Apple Dump Cake - samples at the counter! Hope to see you soon in the Historical Big Four Train Depot at 25 Charles Street!
Open Tuesday - Saturday, 10 to 2, First Fridays 5 to 8 and Special Events too!
Family Friendly Service Always!

08/12/2026

With Wednesday's ongoing severe weather forecast, Whistle Stop Shop at 25 Charles Street in the Historic Big Four Train Depot, will be closed today.
Our status for tomorrow will be determined based on the latest forecast updates! Hope to see you again soon!

08/01/2026

Responding to a request from a "frequent visitor," our "Saturday Sweet Treat" today is "Ultimate Fudge Brownies with Peanut Butter Chips," with the recipe link of: https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/ultimate-fudge-brownies-with-peanut-butter-chips-2/print/76632/

We are looking forward to our next event on August 7th - First Friday from 5 to 9 pm! Ideas for activities & shopping theme welcome! With a recent discovery of "blasts from the past" - we have been adding to our Christmas stock with Vintage New (never been on the floor) Crazy Mountain buckets and Snowmen!

Looking for any and all ideas on what folks would like to see our Shop & Crafters bringing for the soon arriving Fall season! Custom orders available with crafter pre-approval!
FAMILY FRIENDLY SERVICE ALWAYS!
HOURS: TUESDAY- SATURDAY. 10 TO 2 & first Fridays/Special Events!

07/18/2026

Whistle Stop Shop still has plenty of Americana decor for all your summertime celebrations this year! If you have special requests, please let us know next time you visit and we will see if someone on our team of crafters can create it for you!
This all of this summer's eating gatherings, today we are sharing a new recipe for "Healthy Chocolate Cherry Energy Bites," from Amy's Healthy Baking!
Don't forget that Downtown Middletown, Inc. is sponsoring their annual "Thunderfest" car show next Saturday, July 25th!
Have company coming in and want a special background for photo together? Stop by Whistle Stop Shop for our current "God Bless the USA" background!
FRIENDS & FAMILY FRIENDLY SERVICE ALWAYS!
Hours: Tuesday- Saturday. 10 to 2,, as well as FIRST FRIDAYS 5 to 8 & SPECIAL EVENTS!

06/27/2026

Looking forward to celebrating this unique Fourth of July with family & friends! Stop by Whistle Stop Shop today, to sample our Saturday's Sweet Treat of 4th of July Cookies and pick up a recipe (or check it with the cookies post today)!
We have lots of beautiful Americana decor, including hand-crafted, for your family's celebration!

FAMILY FRIENDLY SERVICE ALWAYS!
Hours: Tuesday- Saturday 10 to 2, & Special Events, including First Fridays!

06/20/2026

Whistle Stop Shop is enjoying working on our Americana decor and hand-crafted items to share! This morning's Saturday Sweet Treat is a cool Lemon Dream Cale Bites with a light fluffy lemon frosting!
Stop by and check out what we have to help you with your Summer holidays activities & gifts. Stumped on what to get/give right now? We do offer gift certificates!
Let us know what you are looking for as we may have someone who could create a special orders just for you or for a gift
FAMILY FRIENDLY SERVICE ALWAYS!
HOURS: TUESDAYS through SATURDAYS. 10 to 2
Plus "First Fridays" & Special Events too!

06/13/2026

Whistle Stop Shop Features for Mid-June 2026

06/13/2026

Happy Saturday! Whistle Stop Shop is getting into the Americana decor & spirit with new displays and a new crafter/collector, Darnetta Kidd!
Darnetta joined us just ahead of the recent Woman's Wine & Chocolate Walk in May with "DARNETTA' S TIMELESS TREASURES" including her handcrafted eyeglasses cases, gift care bags, Blessings charms & her lovely Precious Moments pieces, Norman Rockwell Bells, Emmett Kelly Clowns Collection! Be sure to check out her displays on your next visit!
Today's "Saturday Sweet Treat" is freshly homemade
Raspberry Lemon Bars" with recipe link
HTTPS://www.jessicagavin.com/raspberry-lemon-bars/
What are you looking for this summer? Our crafter team can provide custom orders for you!

FAMILY FRIENDLY SERVICE ALWAYS!
Hours: Tuesday- Saturday from 10 to 2, plus First Fridays & Special Events too!

06/06/2026

06/06/2026

Whistle Stop Shop is continuing on from last evening's "Caribbean Night" FIRST FRIDAY activities today (Saturday, June 6th) including our Pirate ducks discounts or prizes, as well as our complimentary "Sour Cream Coconut Cake Bites" & fresh homemade "Coconut Cookies"! 😋 Our photo backgrounds are still in place, in case you didn't get to stop by last evening!
Be sure to let us know what you might be looking for as our crafting team can create special orders for you!
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON!
recipe for Coconut Cookies can be found on
Https://preppykitchen.com/wprm_print/coconut-cookies- recipe
Hours: Tuesday - Saturday from 10 to 2, plus First Fridays & Special Events!
FAMILY FRIENDLY SERVICE ALWAYS!