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Kieran Carroll's "Finchy - Sad as Hell" optioned by WMK Productions
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Australian playwright (2013 Alum) Kieran Carroll's biopic drama, Finchy - Sad as Hell, a two act work about the life of Australian and Academy Award winning actor, Peter Finch, has been optioned by...
Sundress Publications releases "To Everything There Is" Poems by Donna Vorreyer
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(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...
Jeff Walt's "Leave Smoke" Reviewed by Deborah Bacharach
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(2017 alum) Jeff Walt's book of poems, Leave Smoke, was recently reviewed by Deborah Bacharach for Broadsides to Books, Broadsided Press. Jeff Walt grew up in coal country where the men went “Into the...
Winter's Spring: An Ältere Garten by Leslie Iwai
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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...
Tara Novak Releases New Original Single, "Lost in the Night"
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Tara Novak ( 2018 alum) announced that her first single, Lost in the Night, from her upcoming original album is now available for download on all major music streaming and downloading platforms. Tara...
Alex Wand Announces Documentary and Short Album Release
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Alex Wand (2012 alum) announced the release of a new documentary, Camino de las Monarcas, and a short album, Carretera. The new film documents Wand's monarch cycling journey from Los Angeles to...
Daniel Handal's "Final Girls and Other Work" showing at ClampArt Gallery, NYC
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(2017 alum) Daniel Handal's Final Girls and Other Work will be shown at ClampArt Gallery in NYC, October 29 - December 19, 2020. ClampArt Gallery is located at 247 West 29th Street, NYC. A reception...
The University of Virginia Press announces publication of "By Broad Potomac's Shore", Edited by Kim Roberts
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Following her successful Literary Guide to Washington, DC, which Library Journal called “the perfect accompaniment for a literature-inspired vacation in the US capital,” Kim Roberts returns here with...
Sweet Treats
Kimmel Orchard |
The most important meal of the day is by far dessert! Kimmel Orchard is bursting with sweet treats waiting for you to try each and every one of them. Why not indulge in some sugary, homemade...
Ways to Use Pumpkins
Kimmel Orchard |
It's officially the season of fall and that means... pumpkins! To get you in the mood for fall, the Apple Barn is now selling pumpkins for $.40 per pound. Carving them is an obvious and fun option...
Apple Cider Processing
Kimmel Orchard |
What's wholesome, natural, and delicious? Kimmel's Apple Cider! Apple cider is both delicious and nutritious with only one ingredient, apples. Since we are in the midst of apple season, fresh apple...
Kimmel's History
Kimmel Orchard |
95 years ago, a bank teller and schoolteacher decided to quit their jobs and pursue another career option, managing an orchard. Richard and Laurine Kimmel established Kimmel Orchard in 1925. Since...
Growing Apple Trees
Kimmel Orchard |
There is nothing more rewarding than eating an apple grown in your own backyard. Growing fruit trees may seem challenging at first but is truly worth it in the end! Research is key when growing any...
David Meischen's debut poetry collection, Anyone's Son, published by 3: A Taos Press
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David Meischen (2010 & 2015 alum) anounced that his debut poetry collection, Anyone’s Son, was published by 3: A Taos Press in May. "From the rural South Texas of the nineteen fifties to a desert mesa...
Apple Variety Uses
Kimmel Orchard |
Apple season is finally upon us! At Kimmel Orchard, a variety of different apples are grown. Each variety is uniquely delicious and can be eaten straight off the tree (after washing of course). Even...
Jennifer Perrine's fourth book of poetry, Again, published by Airlie Press
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Jennifer Perrine (2007 & 2010 alum) announced that her fourth book of poetry, Again, was published on September 1 by Airlie Press. According to the Arilie Press website, Again riffs on common words...
Process of Winemaking
Kimmel Orchard |
Have you ever wondered how our grapes make it off the vine and onto the Apple Barn shelves? As you may already know, all of the grapes for our spectacular Kimmel wines are grown at the orchard. We...
Spaces to Rent
Kimmel Orchard |
Although Kimmel may be known for their beautiful orchard and sweet treats, there are many other experiences and amenities we offer our guests. There are a variety of spaces to rent at the orchard for...
My Garden
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(2005 alum) Mary M. Mazziotti's “Wicked Children” are currently on display at Zynka Gallery in Sharpsburg, PA in a joint show with painter Zach Brown. According to Zynka Gallery, "This exhibition...
Jess Witte Interview + Exhibition Video
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Jessica Witte (2005 & 2018 alum) shares HEC Media's video on her recent exhibition, It Hits Home. Witte was also recently interviewed by fellow KHN alum (2005), Jee Leong Koh's Singapore Unbound Blog...