October into November Update
Orchard Update 10.28.26
October Ends and November Arrives
I can't believe how gorgeous this weather has been to round off October! It looks like it may be cooling down just a tad but honestly a little cooler weather is perfect for a trip to the orchard. If you haven't gotten your pumpkins to carve for Halloween yet - don't worry! We still have plenty - both in the patch or pre-picked. There are also still plenty of apples to purchase. The snow sweet and cameo have been the number one choice for the sweet apple crowd. Haralson and Idared are winning for the tart apple lovers. There are still fifteen varieties of apples available in the shop but quite a few are running low (gala, granny smith, keepsake) so try to get to the orchard asap if you want one last bag. We did pick the last variety of apple ready at our orchard - the Pink Lady - so those will be on the shelves when we open on Thursday at 10.
I included a graphic above with our hours this week. Since Sunday starts November we will not be opening until noon on Sunday and then our November hours will continue after that. The last day of the apple season at Lapacek's Orchard will be Sunday, November 22nd.
This morning we pressed another batch of fresh apple cider so the cooler is all stocked up. Our cider is unpasteurized and unpreserved so be sure to give your jug a big shake before you pour a glass. We will also have fresh apple cider donuts and caramel apples to start the days Thursday through Sunday, or until they sell out.
Call ahead (608) 635-4780 to order your bushels* and save $5/bushel.
*The best way to reach us is a phone call. Someone will either answer or call you back. Please don't email or text our personal phones.
2026 Apple Season Hours
October
Thursday & Friday: 10am - 5pm
Saturday & Sunday: 10am - 4pm
November (last day Nov 22)
Friday: Noon-5pm
Saturday & Sunday: Noon-4pm
Website Pop Up Update: One thing to note is that if you head to the main orchard website www.lapaceksorchard.com you'll notice that there is a pop up that shows up when you go there. I keep an updated list of apples available in the shop on that pop up. It's a great way for you to check if your favorite apples are FINALLY ready! I also will update when apples are running low on there too.
Click on the variety to find out more about them and get a yummy recipe!
Call ahead (608) 635-4780 to order your bushels* and save $5/bushel.
*The best way to reach us is a phone call. Someone will either answer or call you back. Please don't email or text our personal phones.
Apple Cheat Sheet
As varieties ripen at the orchard I'm going to put together a little "cheat sheet" for you all like you can see on the right. The top section is for fresh eating and the bottom section is for processing. I hope this helps your shopping experience!
Fresh Apple Cider!
We pressed the another batch of cider today so the cooler will be fully stocked for you all tomorrow.
Our cider is unpasteurized and unpreserved. It should be kept refrigerated and will store for around 10 - 14 days once purchased regardless if you open the jug or not. Check that the lid is on securely and give your cider a good shake before you drink/pour yourself a glass.
Enjoy our Cider After Dark Drink Episodes
As most of you know, we have some great cider mixed drinks on our Cider After Dark YouTube channel. We did our first episode this season with an apple slush! And my new favorite - Apple-rol Spritz!
An oldie but goodie - Apple Cider Old Fashioned!
Pumpkin Patch Open
Our pumpkin patches are officially open for the season! We keep it really simple around here. Grab a wagon by the shed (if you see one available) and head out to the patch either behind the goats or behind the house. Pick which pumpkins you like. Put those pumpkins in your car. Then, come in the store to buy them. Just let us know how many tiny, small, medium and large pumpkins you grabbed! We don't need them hauled in the shop - that's not fun for anyone.
Don't want to go out to the pumpkin patch? Grab some pre-picked pumpkins that you see out front and follow the same procedure to pay. Pumpkins to car first - then come in the shop to pay.
Handcrafted Hoedown for the Holiday's
Mark your calendars! The 19th annual Handcrafted for the Holiday's is happening! It's been such a huge success that we're even going to be expanding the space we have it in so folks have more room for shopping.
Friday, November 20th: 10-5
Saturday, November 21st: 10-4
A list of vendors for the 2026 Hoedown is posted on the blog. Click the "Vendor Lineup" button below to visit.
Apple Wood Bundles
I don't think I've ever mentioned this on the newsletter before but we do have apple wood for sale!
Pip (yes Pip!) and Jared chop up apple wood during the winter and they've taken the time to package it into either bundles, no bark bundles or face cords. You can find this under the lean by the pumpkin picking wagons. No need to bring the wood into the shop! Just let us know what quantity you're purchasing and we can even help you get it to your vehicle.
Keep an eye on our social media for some fun pictures and reels I create as the season goes! I like to share some fun recipes on my stories too!
Like and Follow our accounts whenever possible! The numbers of followers help us monetize these platforms.
Thank you all for your support over the years and we're looking forward to another great season.
See you at the orchard,
~Kim Lapacek
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N1959 Kroncke Rd, Poynette, WI 53955, USA (608) 635-4780
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