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How to Make Apple Donuts
Kimmel Orchard | June 4, 2021
Happy National Donut Day! In honor of the holiday, today’s blog is all about Kimmel’s famous apple donuts. These donuts are made fresh here in the Kimmel Kitchen three days a week, April through...
Wine Making
Kimmel Orchard | May 28, 2021
The versatility and variety of wine make it a perfect beverage for all occasions, from a glass with dinner to special occasions. Here at Kimmel, we offer 16 different types of wine for purchase...
Apple Cider Bottling
Kimmel Orchard | May 26, 2021
Did you know that a cold, refreshing glass of apple cider that you get after picking apples in the fall is available any day of the year? Keep reading to find out how it’s possible to make freshly...
Calling All Vendors!
Kimmel Orchard | May 19, 2021
Calling all farmer’s market vendors! Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard is interested in hosting a summer farmer’s market series this June, alongside our annual Strawberry Festival and U-Pick strawberry season...
High Density Planting
Kimmel Orchard | May 17, 2021
An ever-growing orchard means adding more trees each year. The increase in trees planted each year here at Kimmel Orchard and Vineyard will bring more apples in years to come. Our trees will start...
Apple Tree Planting
Kimmel Orchard | May 14, 2021
Over the past couple of weeks, 3,000 new apple trees have been planted here at Kimmel Orchard. Several different varieties were planted, including Fuji, Braeburn, and Evercrisp. Follow along to find...
The Interns are Here!
Kimmel Orchard | May 12, 2021
Summer is near and the interns are here! This week Kimmel Orchard welcomed 4 of their 5 summer interns. Kimmel’s internship program offers real-world experience in the areas of horticulture, orchard...
Christmas Treats
Kimmel Orchard | December 16, 2020
One of the best parts of the holiday season is preparing Christmas treats with friends and family! Although Christmas is another gathering that will most likely be smaller and different this year...
Grumpy Kitty Boy Announces Video Release for Debut Single, Airplane Wings
KHN Center for the Arts | December 11, 2020
Juro Kim Feliz (KHN Alum 2019) announced the release of an animated music video for Grumpy Kitty Boy’s debut single “Airplane Wings”. Feliz collaborated with fellow KHN alum (2019) visual artist, Yuna...
Gale Marie Thompson announces new book, Helen or My Hunger
KHN Center for the Arts | December 11, 2020
Gale Marie Thompson (KHN ALum 2016) announced that her new book, Helen or My Hunger, was published in October by YesYesbooks. Helen or My Hunger is a book-length sequence that explores gender and the...
Thomas Kotcheff: Premier Recording, Songs Of Insurrection
KHN Center for the Arts | December 11, 2020
For his debut solo album, rising Los Angeles-based pianist Thomas Kotcheff (KHN Alum 2014) has taken on a formidable challenge: the premiere recording of American composer Frederic Rzewski’s virtuosic...
Christmas Gifts
Kimmel Orchard | December 9, 2020
Are you still Christmas shopping but don't know what to buy? Kimmel's Apple Barn is full of unique products that transform into perfect gifts for the holidays. Whether it is a pre-made gift box or a...
Winter Pruning
Kimmel Orchard | December 2, 2020
As the year is nearing its end, Kimmel will be closing for the season starting December 23rd, so make sure to stop by before this date! During the off-season months, the orchard staff is still busy at...
After Harvest
Kimmel Orchard | November 11, 2020
As winter nears and fruit production has come to an end, preparation for the cold weather is in full swing. Our employees are hard at work ensuring the orchard remains healthy through the dormant...
Thanksgiving Additions
Kimmel Orchard | November 4, 2020
It's officially November and that means Thanksgiving is right around the corner! Even though this holiday is a few weeks away, it will be here before you know it! It is time to start planning and...
Freaky Fun Facts
Kimmel Orchard | October 28, 2020
Only 3 days until the spookiest day of the year! In honor of Halloween, I have selected 10 fun facts about Kimmel to share with all of you! Some facts might be new to you, while others you may have...
Apple Cider Benefits
Kimmel Orchard | October 21, 2020
Leaves are falling and so are the fall temperatures. It finally feels like fall with the chilly weather and brisk air among us! The fall season isn't complete without a warm cup of Kimmel apple cider...
Kimmel Wines
Kimmel Orchard | October 14, 2020
Wine tastings are available again in the Apple Barn! During the wine tasting, you have the chance to sample and learn about 4 different Kimmel wines. 14 different varieties are available to choose...
Sundress Publications releases "To Everything There Is" Poems by Donna Vorreyer
KHN Center for the Arts | October 12, 2020
(2013 alum) Donna Vorreyer's latest book of poems, To Everthing There Is, was recently published by Sundress Publications. According to Sundress's press release, "Sometimes with softness, sometimes...
Winter's Spring: An Ältere Garten by Leslie Iwai
KHN Center for the Arts | October 12, 2020
Leslie Iwai (2008 alum) announced that her upcoming solo show, Winter's Spring: An Ältere Garten, opens October 24, 2020 at the Miller Art Museum in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. The show runs through...