Welcome to George and Emmadale's, a charming antique and novelty store,

auction gallery (the desert offices/gallery of Julien’s Auctions) and coming in 2025

a gourmet coffee shop nestled in the heart of Palm Springs, California.

This unique establishment is not just a place to savor the finest coffee blends

and peruse vintage treasures; it's also a testament to the rich history

of a beloved couple who began their journey of life together

in the fertile farming community of Edon, Williams County, Ohio.

He of French lineage and she of proud Irish descent.

In the late 1950’s, George and Emmadale, moved to Sturgis, Michigan, a

community close to the heart of Amish country just across the Indiana state

line. They led a simple life of tradition and routine and there was an

important life lesson around every corner. With children and grandchildren

living nearby, the bond formed with their seven "grands",was especially close.

For them, it was a frequent and exciting treat to spend days and nights at

Grandpa and Grandma’s house. Mornings were filled with anticipation of

the day ahead. The familiar smell of toast and coffee greeted the day….

Adventures included “garage sale-ing” with Grandma, who each week

intently mapped out sale locations listed in the local paper. She knew the

places where she might find a great bargain; something either for useful

utilitarian purpose, or a valuable antique cast-off.

George would visit the local “dump” and find discarded toys and other items

that he lovingly restored, much to the delight of the grandchildren who

already thought Grandpa and Grandma hung the moon. He and Emmadale

were expert “re-purposers”. George loved to work with wood, from the

selection of the tree to the finished piece of furniture. He admired the

different grains produced by each tree variety. His woodworking gifts are still

treasured possessions because of the love and care shaped into each piece.

Emmadale, along with George, was a “master gardener”, without the official

title. Together they grew almost all their own produce in their large garden.

Rarely was there a time when visiting their home did not include partaking

in the fruit of their labors at the table. Emmadale would include her

grandchildren in the “putting up” of canned goods and preparing the harvest

for meals, and the time spent included rich conversation and stories of

Grandpa and Grandma’s life and family.

George also raised honey bees in hives along a hedge beside the garden, which

was a great benefit for the garden as well as for those who received the honey!

Honey was given to friends and family with the remainder sold at the local

farmer’s market, a place he loved to attend, not only to sell home-grown

goods but to fellowship with the people of the community.

George and Emmadale found great contentment and purpose in life by

selflessly sharing both their foundation of faith and whatever earthly

goods they had been given. To say they were greatly loved

would be an understatement.

As you step inside George & Emmadale's, a warm and inviting space is found

where you'll be greeted by the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the sight of

carefully curated antiques. The coffee shop boasts a menu of favorite blends,

(which George would have taken great delight in), expertly crafted by skilled

baristas. Each antique on display holds a story, waiting to be discovered by

visitors who appreciate the beauty of the past.

The legacy of George & Emmadale lives on at this esteemed establishment.

Thank you for investing your time to pay us a visit.

It is a privilege to serve you.