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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

(2017 Alum) Mari Christmas is one of six writers to be awarded a 2020 Rona Jaffe Foundation Writer’s Award. Celebrating its 26th year, the annual Rona Jaffe Awards recognize women writers who...

(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...

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...

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...

(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...

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...

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...