Saturday, October 4, 2025 – 13th Annual Cider Tasting – 11am-3pm
Check out the tasting event page for all of the information about our annual cider tasting event. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, click here. Information about the Tasting can be found on the event page.
Friday, October 3, 2025 – Cider In The Meadow – 5:30pm-7:30pm
For this first time, we are producing this special community-centered 21+ event the evening before our family-friendly cider tasting. The Cider In The Meadow event will feature pairings of cider and curated foods in collaboration with CIA students and local restaurants, music, and silent auction. Information about Cider In The Meadow can be found on the event page.
Saturday, September 6, 2025 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, August 2, 2025 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, July 12, 2025 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, June 7, 2025 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, May 10, 2025 – Mother’s Day Plant Sale – 11:00am-3:00pm
Plant sale at the Mill in honor of Mother’s Day and springtime! Both indoor and outdoor plants will be for sale. All proceeds benefit the restoration of the historic Kimlin Cider Mill.
Plants available this year will be posted on Facebook closer to the event.
Saturday, May 3, 2025 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, April 5, 2025 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, March 22, 2025 – Sugar Maple Celebration – 10am-4pm
We will have a table at the Sugar Maple Celebration at the Sharpe Reservation, hosted by the Fresh Air Fund, in Fishkill, NY. It is a free event with activities and crafts for kids, a vendor hall full of local goods, the opportunity to see an out of this world planetarium show, learn how to make maple syrup, and of course sample some of Sharpe Reservation’s syrup.
Saturday, March 1, 2025 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Fri-Mon, February 14-17, 2025 – Great Backyard Bird Count – 7:30am
This is our 13th year participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count at the Mill. We spend about an hour in the mornings at the Mill starting at 7:30am, counting the birds we see. If you would like to participate in the event, please RSVP by contacting us ahead of time so we can tell you the details and let you know of any weather delays or cancelations.
Saturday, October 5, 2024 – 12th Annual Cider Tasting – 11am-3pm
Check out the tasting event page for all of the information about our annual cider tasting event. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, click here.
Saturday, September 21, 2024 – Arlington Street Fair – 12pm-6pm
We will have a table at this annual event along Raymond Avenue in Poughkeepsie, sharing information and selling merchandise. Stop by and say hi!
Saturday, September 7, 2024 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, August 3, 2024 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, July 13, 2024 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, June 1, 2024 – Open House – 9:30am-12:30pm
Everyone is invited to come to our open house! Light refreshments will be served.
Saturday, June 1, 2024 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, May 11, 2024 – Mother’s Day Plant Sale – 11:00am-3:00pm
Plant sale at the Mill in honor of Mother’s Day and springtime! Both indoor and outdoor plants will be for sale. All proceeds benefit the restoration of the historic Kimlin Cider Mill.
Plants available this year include: Violets, Wild geranium groundcover, Japanese maple seedlings, Ferns, Myrtle, Lilies of the Valley, Solomon Seal, Hostas, Sunflower seedlings, Zinnia seedling mix, Spider plants, Bowiea (Climbing Onion), Liriope (Lilyturf), Iris, Stella D’Oro daylily, Ajuga (blue), Pachysandra, Lamb’s Ear, Black-eyed Susan, Spirea, Lilac, Holly shrubs (seedlings), Mystery plants, Aloes, Sweet woodruff, and Flowering raspberry.
Saturday, May 4, 2024 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, April 6, 2024 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, March 2, 2024 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Fri-Mon, February 16-19, 2024 – Great Backyard Bird Count
This is our 12th year participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count at the Mill. We spend about an hour in the mornings at the Mill, counting the birds we see. If you would like to participate in the event, please RSVP by contacting us ahead of time so we can tell you the details of when we will meet each day.
Saturday, October 14, 2023 – 11th Annual Cider Tasting – 11am-3pm
Check out the event page for all of the information about our annual cider tasting event.
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, click here.
Saturday, October 7, 2023 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, September 16, 2023 – Arlington Street Fair – 12pm-6pm
We will have a table at this annual event along Raymond Avenue in Poughkeepsie, sharing information and selling merchandise. Stop by and say hi!
Saturday, September 9, 2023 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, August 5, 2023 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, July 8, 2023 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, June 3, 2023 – Open House – 11am-2pm
Everyone is invited to come to our open house! Light refreshments will be served.
Saturday, June 3, 2023 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, May 13, 2022 – Mother’s Day Plant Sale
Plant sale at the Mill in honor of Mother’s Day and springtime! Both indoor and outdoor plants will be for sale, including lilies of the valley, irises, catnip, periwinkle, elephant ear bulbs, wild ginger, Japanese maple, spider plant, cat grass, and ground cover geranium. All proceeds benefit the restoration of the historic Kimlin Cider Mill.
Saturday, May 6, 2023 – Invasive Plant Species Pull – 1-3pm
This is a fun, hands-on way to learn about invasive plant species and help remove them from the cider mill property. We’ll be pulling Japanese knotweed, bittersweet vines and porcelain berry vines and giving out prizes for who pulls the most by weight or volume. You can win tickets to our cider tasting event in the fall.
Saturday, May 6, 2023 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, April 1, 2023 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, March 4, 2023 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Monday, February 20, 2023 – Open House to celebrate the 15th Anniversary of the Purchase of the Mill – 12pm-2pm
On February 20, 2008, Cider Mill Friends purchased the Kimlin Cider Mill. To celebrate this milestone, we will hold an open house (weather dependent). There will be a roaring fire in the fireplace along with hot chocolate and cookies.
Fri-Mon, February 17-20, 2023 – Great Backyard Bird Count
This is our 11th year participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count at the Mill. We spend about an hour in the mornings at the Mill, counting the birds we see. If you would like to participate in the event, please RSVP by contacting us ahead of time so we can tell you the details of when we will meet each day.
Saturday, October 15, 2022 – 10th Annual Cider Tasting – 11am-3pm
Check out the event page for all of the information about our annual cider tasting event.
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, click here.
Saturday, September 17, 2022 – Arlington Street Fair – 12pm-6pm
We will have a table at this annual event along Raymond Avenue in Poughkeepsie, sharing information and selling merchandise. Stop by and say hi!
Saturday, September 10, 2022 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, August 6, 2022 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, July 9, 2022 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, June 4, 2022 – Volunteer Work Day 9:30am-12:30pm & Stone Wall Building Workshop (part 2 of 2) 9:00am-4:00pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes. The work day will be from 9:30 to 12:30.
In addition to the usual monthly workday, we will also be hosting a workshop to rebuild dry-laid stone walls from 9am to 4pm. The workshop is lead by the Jolly Rovers. Lunch is provided. Space is limited, so please RSVP.
Saturday, May 7, 2022 – Mother’s Day Plant Sale – 11am-3pm
Plant sale at the Mill in honor of Mother’s Day and springtime! Both indoor and outdoor plants will be for sale.
Saturday, May 7, 2022 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, April 2, 2022 – Volunteer Work Day & Stone Wall Building Workshop (part 1 of 2) – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
In addition to the usual monthly workday, we will also be hosting a workshop to rebuild dry-laid stone walls. The workshop is lead by the Jolly Rovers. Lunch is provided. Space is limited, so please RSVP.
Saturday, March 5, 2022 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Fri-Mon, February 18-21, 2022 – Great Backyard Bird Count
This is our 10th year participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count at the Mill. We spend about an hour in the mornings at the Mill, counting the birds we see. If you would like to participate in the event, please RSVP by contacting us ahead of time so we can tell you the details of when we will meet each day.
Saturday, October 16, 2021 – 9th Annual Cider Tasting – 11am-3pm
Check out the event page for all of the information about our annual cider tasting event.
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, click here.
Saturday, October 2, 2021 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, September 18, 2021 – Arlington Street Fair – 12pm-6pm
We will have a table at this annual event along Raymond Avenue in Poughkeepsie, sharing information and selling merchandise. Stop by and say hi!
Saturday, September 11, 2021 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, August 7, 2021 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, July 10, 2021 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, June 5, 2021 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, May 1, 2021 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, April 10, 2021 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, March 6, 2021 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Fri-Mon, February 12-15, 2021 – Great Backyard Bird Count
This is our 9th year participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count at the Mill. We spend about an hour in the mornings at the Mill, counting the birds we see. A trained ornithologist will be present. We are happy to participate in this event every year. If you would like to participate in the event, please RSVP by contacting us ahead of time.
Saturday, October 3, 2020 – 8th Annual Cider Tasting – 11am-4pm
For more information, click here.
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, click here.
Saturday, September 26, 2020 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, September 19, 2020 – Arlington Street Fair – 12-6pm
Update: This event is canceled
We will have a table at this annual event along Raymond Avenue in Poughkeepsie, sharing information and selling merchandise. Stop by and say hi!
Saturday, September 12, 2020 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, August 1, 2020 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, July 11, 2020 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, June 6, 2020 – Annual Open House
UPDATE: This event was canceled
You are invited to come to our annual open house, held in conjunction with Vassar College’s Reunion Weekend due to the historic connection between Vassar students and the Kimlin Cider Mill, although this year the Reunion is going virtual due to the pandemic. Stop by, say hi, get a tour, tell us your stories, and have some refreshments!
Saturday, June 6, 2020 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, May 2, 2020 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
This work day was canceled.
Saturday, April 4, 2020 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
This work day was canceled.
Saturday, March 7, 2020 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Fri-Mon, February 14-17, 2020 – Great Backyard Bird Count
This is our 8th year participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count at the Mill. We spend about an hour in the mornings at the Mill, counting the birds we see. A trained ornithologist will be present. We are happy to participate in this event every year. If you would like to participate in the event, please RSVP by contacting us ahead of time.
Saturday, October 5, 2019 – 7th Annual Cider Tasting – 11am-3pm
More information here. This is our 7th annual “old-fashioned” cider tasting event, featuring numerous local ciders (hard and sweet) including our own Kimlin Sweet Cider, food, live music, behind-the-scenes tours, entertainment, and raffles.
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, click here.
Saturday, September 28, 2019 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, September 21, 2019 – Arlington Street Fair – 12-6pm
We will have a table at this annual event along Raymond Avenue in Poughkeepsie, sharing information and selling merchandise. Stop by and say hi!
Saturday, September 7, 2019 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, August 10, 2019 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, July 13, 2019 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, June 8, 2019 – Annual Open House & Volunteer Work Day
Come join us from 9:30am-12:30pm for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Then in the afternoon from 2:30-5:30, you are invited to come to our annual open house, held in conjunction with Vassar College’s Reunion Weekend due to the historic connection between Vassar students and the Kimlin Cider Mill. Stop by, say hi, get a tour, tell us your stories, and have some refreshments!
Saturday, May 4, 2019 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, April 6, 2019 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, March 9, 2019 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Fri-Mon, February 15-18, 2019 – Great Backyard Bird Count
This is our 7th year participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count at the Mill. We spend about an hour in the mornings at the Mill, counting the birds we see. A trained ornithologist will be present. We are happy to participate in this event every year. If you would like to participate in the event, please RSVP by contacting us ahead of time.
Saturday, October 20, 2018 – Pop-Up Kimlin Sweet Cider & Cafe Opening
This year we made so much Kimlin Sweet Cider that we have enough left over from last week’s event to organize this impromptu event.
Made on a 100-year-old cider press with local apples, our fresh-pressed Kimlin Sweet Cider is only available for a limited time. If you missed our tasting event, this is your chance to sit at the café booths while sipping our sweet cider and tour the Mill, decorated in the Halloween spirit.
Cider and donuts will be available. Donation encouraged.
Saturday, October 13, 2018 – 6th Annual Cider Tasting – 11am-3pm
This is our 6th annual “old-fashioned” cider tasting event, featuring numerous local ciders (hard and sweet) including our own Kimlin Sweet Cider, food, live music, behind-the-scenes tours, entertainment, and raffles. Click here for more detailed information.
Saturday, October 6, 2018 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
September 29, 2018 – Arlington Street Fair
We will have a booth at this annual event. Come by the street fair on Raymond Avenue in Poughkeepsie and say hi!
Saturday, September 8, 2018 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, August 4, 2018 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, July 14, 2018 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
RESCHEDULED FROM JULY 7. Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, June 9, 2018 – Open House at the Mill – 2:30-5:30pm
This open house is in conjunction with the Vassar College Alumni Reunion Weekend but the open house is open to everyone. Stop by, say hi, get a tour, tell us your stories, and maybe a treat!
Saturday, June 9, 2018 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, May 5, 2018 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, April 7, 2018 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, March 10, 2018 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Fri-Mon, February 16-19, 2018 – Great Backyard Bird Count
This is our 6th year participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count at the Mill. We spend about an hour in the mornings at the Mill, counting the birds we see. A trained ornithologist will be present. We are happy to participate in this event every year. If you would like to participate in the event, please RSVP by contacting us ahead of time.
December 2 & 3, 2017 – Bazaar: Fair Trade and More
Formerly known as the Fair Trade Bazaar, the Fair Trade & Handmade Bazaar event has fair trade items from around the world for sale, plus local artisans and non-profit organizations as vendors. CMF will have a booth at this event, so come by and check out the event. The event takes place at the Hellenic Center, 54 Park Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY.
Saturday, October 14, 2017 – 5th Annual Cider Tasting – 11am-3pm
This will be our 5th annual “old-fashioned” cider tasting event, featuring numerous local ciders (hard and sweet) including our own Kimlin Sweet Cider, food, live music, behind-the-scenes tours, entertainment, and raffles. More information can be found here.
This year we are excited to have our cider tasting be part of the Taste of History, a time in October to enjoy the offerings of various historic sites in the mid-Hudson Valley. Museums will either have foods on location that have historical significance to their site or partnering with local restaurants offering discounts. Check out the link for more information.
Saturday, October 7, 2017 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, September 16, 2017 – Arlington Street Fair
We will have a booth at this annual event. Come by the street fair on Raymond Avenue in Poughkeepsie and say hi!
Saturday, September 9, 2017 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, August 12, 2017 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Friday, August 11, 2017 – Historic Tavern Trail of Dutchess County
This is our second year participating in the Historic Tavern Trail series of events. These events take place at various historic sites throughout Dutchess County.
The event at the Kimlin Cider Mill is a Prohibition-era Lawn Party theme. The event will include light food by Chocolate Mousse Catering, summer cocktails, tours of the 100-year-old cider press, music, raffles, and of course lawn games. Event is rain or shine. Cost is $20. Proceeds support historic events in Dutchess County and the restoration of our cider mill.
You can RSVP on the Meetup page, but are not required to RSVP in order to attend (https://www.meetup.com/DutchessTavernTrail/).
Saturday, July 8, 2017 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, June 10, 2017 – Open House at the Mill – 2:30-5:30pm
This open house is aimed towards the Vassar College Alumni that will be present for Reunion Weekend, but we welcome everyone to attend!
Saturday, June 10, 2017 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Sunday, June 4, 2017 – Painting Party Fundraiser – 2-4:30pm
You are invited to our spring fundraiser: a special painting party at Paula’s Public House in Poughkeepsie, presented by Hudson Valley Drip and Sip. Everyone in attendance will get the opportunity to paint a picture of their own (image below) and take it home to display. Each general admission ticket will include the painting and one free glass of wine. Additional drinks and food may be purchased from the bar. All proceeds will benefit the Cider Mill Friends!
Saturday, May 13, 2017 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, April 8, 2017 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Saturday, March 25, 2017 – Volunteer Work Day – 9:30am-12:30pm
**RESCHEDULED DUE TO WEATHER**
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Fri-Mon, February 24-27, 2017 – Great Backyard Bird Count
**RESCHEDULED**
This is our fifth year participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count at the Mill. The actual event this year is February 17-20 but we will be participating the week after due to other conflicts. We spend about an hour in the mornings at the Mill, counting the birds we see. A trained ornithologist will be present. We are happy to participate in this event every year.
Sat.-Sun., November 5 – 6, 2016 – Bazaar: Fair Trade and More
Formerly known as the Fair Trade Bazaar, the Bazaar: Fair Trade and More event will take place Saturday, Nov. 5 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 6 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Hellenic Center, located behind the Kimisis Greek Orthodox Church, at 140 South Grand Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY. In addition to selling fair trade items from around the world, the event also includes local artisans and non-profit organizations as vendors. CMF will have a booth at this event, so come by and check out the event!
Sat., October 15, 2016 – 4th Annual Old-Fashioned Cider Tasting, 11am-3pm
Click here to find out more about our annual cider tasting event!
Fri., October 14, 2016 – Historic Tavern Trail of Dutchess County, 6pm
We are pleased to be the October location of the Historic Tavern Trail of Dutchess County. The event will take place at the Mill from 6:00-8:00pm. Activities include:
- Brief presentation
- Tour of the Mill
- Tasting of three local ciders including our own Kimlin Cider
- Appetizers provided by Chocolate Mousse Catering
- Bonfire and s’mores
- Seating in the cafe and outside under a tent
- Raffle
Sat., October 8, 2016 – Volunteer Work Day, 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Sat., October 1, 2016 – Cider Pressing
If you are interested in participating in the pressing of our annual Kimlin Cider using a 115-year-old screw-type press, please let us know. The pressing will be taking place off-site and throughout the day.
Sat., September 24, 2016 – Arlington Street Fair, 12-6pm
We will have a booth at this annual event. Come by the street fair on Raymond Avenue in Ppoughkeepsie and say hi!
Sat., September 10, 2016 – Volunteer Work Day, 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Sat., August 13, 2016 – Volunteer Work Day, 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Sat., July 9, 2016 – Volunteer Work Day, 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Sat., June 11, 2016 – Volunteer Work Day, 11:30am-2:30pm [note different time than usual]
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
June 11, 2016 – Open House at the Mill, 2:30-5:30pm
This open house is aimed towards the Vassar College Alumni that will be present for Reunion Weekend, but we welcome everyone to attend. More information will be announced as it is planned.
Sat., May 14, 2016 – Volunteer Work Day, 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
April 30, 2016 – Second Annual Walk to the Mill, 1-3pm
In coordination with the Vassar College Ecological Preserve and The Environmental Cooperative at the Vassar Barns, Cider Mill Friends has organized a walk from Vassar College and Vassar Farms to the Kimlin Cider Mill. Follow in the footsteps of past Vassar students who walked to the Mill to get cider, donuts, cookies, and generally hang out. This is the second year of the event. More details in the flyer below (click to enlarge).
Sat., April 9, 2016 – Volunteer Work Day, 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Sat., March 19, 2016 – Volunteer Work Day, 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
Friday-Monday, February 12-15, 2016 – Great Backyard Bird Count
This was our fourth year participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count at the Mill. We spend about an hour in the mornings at the Mill, counting the birds we see. A trained ornithologist was present. We are happy to participate in this event every year.
Sat., October 10, 2015 – Third Annual “Old-Fashioned Cider Tasting” at the Mill, 11-3pm
More details on the event page! Here is the Save the Date:
Sat., October 3, 2015 – Cider Pressing, 9am
During our normally-scheduled work day, we pressed our Kimlin Cider. Six bushels of apples were all chopped up and pressed. Thank you to all of the volunteers!
September 19, 2015 – Arlington Street Fair, 12-6pm
Cider Mill Friends will have a table at the Arlington Street Fair on Raymond Avenue in Poughkeepsie. This is the 16th year of the street fair.
September 5, 2015 – Mill Tour & Invasive Species Ramble, 12:00pm
This is our first year participating in the Hudson Valley Ramble. The guided tour will start from the Visitor’s kiosk located on the north side of the Mill. There will be a short walk (long pants and sturdy shoes suggested) to showcase a bevy of invasive plant species, discuss CMF management strategies, and suggest ways to control invasives around one’s own property. The walk will end with an inside tour of the Mill. Bottled water and cider doughuts will be provided.
More information can be found here.
September 5, 2015 – Work Day, 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
August 1, 2015 – Work Day, 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
July 18, 2015 – Hudson Valley Cider Festival, 1-6pm
CMF will have a table at the Hudson Valley Cider Festival at Barton Orchards in Poughquag. Come out, say hi, and enjoy the festival!
July 11, 2015 – Work Day, 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
June 13, 2015 – Open House, 2:30-5:30pm
This open house is aimed towards the Vassar College Alumni that will be present for Reunion Weekend, but we welcome everyone to attend. See the flyer below for more information (click on the flyer to enlarge).
June 6, 2015 – Work Day, 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
May 2, 2015 – Work Day, 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
April 25, 2015 – Walk to the Mill, 1-3pm
In coordination with the Vassar College Ecological Preserve, Cider Mill Friends has organized a walk from Vassar College and Vassar Farms to the Kimlin Cider Mill. Follow in the footsteps of past Vassar students who walked to the Mill to get cider, donuts, cookies, and generally hang out.
April 11, 2015 – Work Day, 9:30am-12:30pm
Come join us for our work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
March 21, 2015 – Sharpe Reservation Maple Celebration
This was second year participating in this event. We had a table where we sold merchandise and handed out information about our group. Check out details of the event here.
March 14, 2015 – Work Day, 9:30am-12:30pm
Our monthly work day where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
March 8, 2015 – Volunteer Open House, 1-3pm
RESCHEDULED TO MARCH 8. We held a “Volunteer Open House” to gather together previous and potential future volunteers. We described various ongoing and future projects. Participants learned how to get involved.
If you were unable to attend, we asked that you please complete this form and email it to us. You can still do so.
February 13-16, 2015 – Great Backyard Bird Count
This was our third year participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count at the Mill. We spent about an hour in the (cold!) mornings at the Mill, counting the birds that we saw. A trained ornithologist was present. We are happy to participate in this event every year.
November 15-16, 2014 – Fair Trade Bazaar
Cider Mill Friends had a table at the Fair Trade Bazaar at Vassar College. We spread the word about the organization, sold merchandise, and accepted donations.
October 11, 2014 – Second Annual Old-Fashioned Cider Tasting, 11am-3pm
Check out the details of our annual event here.
October 5, 2014 – Cider Making
Thank you to the volunteers that helped us process the locally-picked apples and make our Kimlin Cider!
October 4, 2014 – Work Days at the Mill, 9:30am-12:30pm
Volunteers helped us clean up the mill and make last-minute preparations for our annual cider tasting event.
September 20, 2014 – Arlington Street Fair, 12-6pm
Cider Mill Friends had a table at the Arlington Street Fair on Raymond Avenue in Poughkeepsie. This was the 15th year of the street fair.
September 6, 2014 – Work Days at the Mill, 9:30am-12:30pm
Thank you to the volunteers that joined us!
August 2, 2014 – Work Days at the Mill, 9:30am-12:30pm
Volunteers cleaned up around and inside the Mill, including weeding under the pergola and going through the artifacts that were pulled out of the dilapidated shed before it was partly demolished. Thank you to the volunteers that joined us!
July 12, 2014 – Work Day at the Mill, 9:30am-12:30pm
Thank you to the volunteers that joined us as we cleaned up inside and outside the Mill.
June 28, 2014 – Law Enforcement & Youth Community Awareness Day, 11-3pm
Cider Mill Friends was present at the Town of Poughkeepsie Law Enforcement & Youth Community Awareness Day (formerly known as FUSE) on the Vassar Alumni Lawn on the west side of Raymond Avenue.
The community day was free and open to the public (aimed towards youth). There were refreshments, face painting, games, music, inflatable rides, karate demonstration, police car to view and sit in, police canine unit demonstrations. Many other agencies and businesses were present.
June 15, 2014 – Open House for Vassar Alumni, 10am-Noon
We welcomed Vassar alumni back to the Kimlin Cider Mill as they celebrate reunion weekend! Some members of the public also showed up, which was great.
June 7, 2014 – Work Day
Many things were accomplished during this work day: Branches and vines were chipped, the electrical hook-up process began, and the café room was completely swept and organized in preparation of a visit from Vassar College alumni.
May 3, 2014 – Work Day
A small but determined group participated in the May work day. We successfully put a second coat of stain on the new farm gates and portions of the kiosk that were not previously stained. Future work days are: June 7, July 12, August 2, September 6, and October 4. Please join us for any or all of these work days from 9:30am to 12:30pm where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
April 5, 2014 – Work Day
This work day was a huge success! Many volunteers came out and we worked until 3pm. Future work days are: May 3, June 7, July 12, August 2, September 6, and October 4. Please join us for any or all of these work days from 9:30am to 12:30pm where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
March 15, 2014 – Sharpe Maple Celebration
We set up a table at the Sharpe Maple Celebration and spread the word about our organization. Thanks to those that volunteered and attended!
March 8, 2014 – Work Day
Our first Saturday work day of 2014 was canceled due to weather. Future work days are: April 5, May 3, June 7, July 12, August 2, September 6, and October 4. Please join us for any or all of these work days from 9:30am to 12:30pm where volunteers come together to work on clean up, maintenance, stabilization, and preservation efforts at the Mill. Note that work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather, so if you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you of any changes.
February 14-17, 2014 – Great Backyard Bird Count
This was our third year participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC). The GBBC is an annual citizen science project run through the Cornell Lab of Ornithology enlisting folks all across the country to census resident birds that have made it through the winter time. This project is just one way for participants to get involved in the ever-growing realm of citizen science and learn about birds while doing it. We surveyed the grounds of the Mill every morning starting shortly after sunrise from Friday, February 14th through Monday, February 17th for about an hour each morning. We encouraged volunteers to join us on any of these mornings as it is much easier to spot birds with multiple pairs of eyes. Thanks to those that braved the winter weather!
November 24, 2013 – Walk for History
Cider Mill Friends joined Friends of Jackson House for the “Walk for History” across the Walkway Over The Hudson. The walk’s goal was to highlight the historic resources of the area. It was a small but passionate group of people. We had a poster up explaining our successful “path to preservation,” which is something the Friends of Jackson House are looking to do for the Jackson House in Fishkill which is threatened with demolition. Unfortunately the Village of Fishkill does not have a historic commission like the Town of Poughkeepsie, even though they have a historic district.
November 2-3, 2013 – Fair Trade Bazaar
We had a table at the Fair Trade Bazaar at the Aula (adjacent to Ely Hall) on the campus of Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, NY.
October 26, 2013 – Old Fashioned Cider Tasting
As part of Cider Week NY, we had our Old Fashioned Cider Tasting event at the Kimlin Cider Mill from 12-5 pm. Festivities included tours of the historic (circa 1880) mill, cider tasting (including tasting glass), bobbing for apples, raffles, and cook out. A full set of photos of the event can be found here.
October 2013 – “Dutchess Treasures” Exhibit
The exhibit “Dutchess Treasures” at the Mid-Hudson Heritage Center (317 Main Street, Poughkeepsie, NY) featured historic sites from around the county. Artwork of the Kimlin Cider Mill, created at various years, was included in the exhibit. The exhibit ran until October 31, 2013.
September 21-22, 2013 – Arlington Street Fair
Cider Mill Friends participated in the Arlington Street Fair by setting up a table along Raymond Avenue. Information about our group was available.
June 9, 2013 – An Apple Afternoon
Participants joined us at the home of our president for our spring gathering to benefit restoration activities at the mill. Atendees enjoyed homebrewed cider, homemade refreshments, talks on the art of cider making, viewings of recently-acquired historic artifacts and artwork, and a raffle. Talks were given by apple grower and cider making Elizabeth Ryan of Breezy Hill Orchard, and homebrewer Ian McGregor.
April 20, 2013 – HVVA Visit
On April 20, the Society for the Preservation of Hudson Valley Vernacular Architecture (HVVA) visited the Kimlin Cider Mill and Kimlin Farm House on a tour of the Town of Poughkeepsie. The new owner of the Kimlin Farm House across from the Mill served tea and cookies for the guests as they observed his progress on restoring the house, which he is currently deconstructing. The HVVA members were intrigued by the Kimlin Cider Mill as well as the house. The older renovations to the house resemble the similar renovations made to the Mill: materials were salvaged and reused as much as possible. We were glad to show the HVVA the Mill and hear their interpretations of its construction.
Work Days 2013
During the summer, we hold work days at the mill where we work outside to pull weeds, trim shrubs, rake, sweep, pick up trash, and other activities. Work days are from 9:30am to 12:30pm on the following days:
Saturday, March 2, 2013
Saturday April 6, 2013
Saturday, May 4, 2013
Saturday, June 1, 2013
Saturday, July 13, 2013
Saturday, August 3, 2013
Saturday, September 7, 2013
Saturday, October 5, 2013
Work days can be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather. If you would like to help out at a work day, please contact us ahead of time so that we may notify you if the dates change.
November 10, 2012 – Fair Trade Bazaar
The Fair Trade Bazaar was in the Aula (adjacent to Ely Hall) on the campus of Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, NY. We set up a table at the event with information about our group.
September 22, 2012 – Arlington Street Fair
We were at the Arlington Street Fair along Raymond Avenue in Poughkeepsie. Our table was set up with information about Cider Mill Friends and merchandise for sale to benefit our restoration activities.
September 9, 2012 – Book Signing
We invited Cynthia Falk, author of “Barns of New York: Rural Architecture of the Empire State,” a book which features the Kimlin Cider Mill, for a presentation, discussion, and book signing at the Mid-Hudson Heritage Center, 317 Main Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601. The event was free and open to the public and light refreshments were provided. The purchase of books benefited the restoration of the Kimlin Cider Mill.
Thursdays June-October 2012 – Arlington Farmer’s Market
Every Thursday from June through October, we had a tent and table at the Arlington Farmer’s Market (3-7pm) on the lawn across from Vassar College, on Raymond Avenue. There we sold merchandise, accepted donations, signed up volunteers, and in general spread the word about our cause.
Work Days 2012
During the summer we held work days at the Mill where we worked outside to pull weeds, trim shrubs, rake, sweep, etc. Volunteers joined us from 9:30am to 12:30pm the following days:
Saturday, March 24, 2012
Saturday April 14, 2012
Saturday, May 5, 2012
Saturday, June 2, 2012
Saturday, July 14, 2012
Saturday, August 4, 2012
Saturday, September 8, 2012
Saturday, October 13, 2012
May 18, 2012 – Annual Benefit
Our 2012 Annual Benefit Honoring Senator Steve Saland occurred Friday, May 18 from 5-8pm and was graciously hosted by club member Rob Rolison at the historic New Hamburg Yacht Club. We were thrilled to honor Senator Steve Saland, long-time supporter and nearby neighbor of the Kimlin Cider Mill. We were also thrilled to have Jay Dilorenzo, President of the Preservation League of New York State, join us to present the Senator’s tribute. For the special evening we were pleased to welcome the Deane Machine Trio (a group of talented swing jazz musicians), one of our local caterers, select silent auction items generously contributed by our local businesses and artists, and all of the wonderful company to honor our Senator and kick off the summer season.
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