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Calendar of Spring Events at Lyman Orchards

2011 Easter Apple Hunt

Sat., April 16, 2011 (Raindate: April 23, 2011)

Advance registrations are now full.

Dash for apples in the Easter Hay Maze; Visit with the Easter Bunny; Free Magic Show; Pony Rides & Horse-Drawn Wagon Ride! Live rabbits, too! Children ages 1-10 years may participate. For details, click here.


Easter Cookie & Cupcake Basket Workshop (For Kids!)

Sat., April 16; 2:00pm

(This session was just added!

A fun, creative hands-on workshop for children. Children will decorate cookies & an Easter cupcake in the Apple Barrel bakery!

Pre-paid reservations required; workshop fee: $15 per child. 18 children per session. To register, call 860.349.6043.

Sun., April 17, 2011; Two sessions: 11am & 1pm

The 11:00 am session is nearly filled; Call soon to register -- 860.349.6043.


Connecticut Day!

Sat., April 30, 2011

Celebrate the flavors of Connecticut! Enjoy free tastings of Connecticut made specialty foods and beverages, including tasty treats from our Farm Kitchen Bakery. Free Recipes; Trivia Contest; In-store coupons.

Outdoor Grill Open: 11am-3pm for hotdogs and hamburgers!
Fudge Apple Workshop for Kids! 11am, 1pm. $8 fee per child; register by calling 860.349.6043.
Cooking Demonstration with Chef George Jones; 2pm


Mother's Day Cake Decorating Workshop for Children

Saturday, May 7, 2011

Mom will love receiving a specially decorated cake from the apple of her eye!

This fun children's workshop teaches the art of cake-decorating, and more! Two sessions: 11am & 1pm. Workshop fee: $10 per child. Pre-paid reservations: call 860.349.6043.


Mother's Day Brunch at the Lyman Homestead

Sunday, May 8, 2011

Please note: all seatings are now fully booked for t his event.

Mom's deserve the very best! On her special day, treat her to a delicious brunch in the historic Lyman Homestead.

Pre-paid reservations required. Seatings: 10am; 11:30am; 1pm; 2:30pm.

Catered by the Apple Barrel chefs, our menu includes Roast Turkey with Cranberry Chutney; Seafood Stuffed Sole; Sliced Sirloin with Mushroom demi-glaze, Penne a la Vokda, omelet station, bacon & sausage, and much more!

Cost: $26.95, plus sales tax and service charge; children 6 to 12 years: $12.95. Call 860.349.6043 for reservations.


Breakfast on the Deck!

Saturday & Sunday mornings -- May 28 - October 9, 2011

Our weekend outdoor breakfast grows in popularity every year! Join us for a hearty country breakfast on the Apple Barrel deck.

Stay tuned - we will update our 2011 Weekend Breakfast menu early in the spring.


Come Play Apples to Apples!®

Seniors, bring your appetite for an early dinner and a hilarious round of the fun game, Apples to Apples®!

Monday is Seniors' Day at Lyman Orchards! Every Monday afternoon, we invite you to come in and browse, enjoy a relaxed shopping experience, 10% discount off all purchases, and a delicious early-bird dinner. After dinner, enjoy playing the mind-sharpening, interactive, and unpredictable game of Apples to Apples®!

This fun activity is open to seniors, aged 55 years and older. Enjoy a light dinner, beverage, and dessert, then have some serious fun playing Apples to Apples®!

Space is limited! For group visits, call Nancy Brennan at 860.349.6046, or email Nancy at nbrennan@lymanorchards.com


Orchard Bloom

Late April, early May, 2010

One of the most spectacular periods of the year on our farm occurs long before it's fruit picking time. Come visit us during Fruit Blossom time, usually between late April and early May. Enjoy the fragrance of apple, pear, and peach blossoms as they blanket our orchard hills, acre after acre of beautiful pink and white blossoms. This is an ideal time to schedule a group visit to our orchards.


Strawberry Fest!

Saturday, June 11, 2011

Join us as we celebrate strawberries, the first fruit of the season and the star attraction of our 9th Annual Strawberry Fest!

The day's activities include free tastings of strawberry treats, live music, pie eating contests, horsedrawn wagon rides, and more great family fun!

Come hungry and enjoy delicious strawberry treats, hotdogs, hamburgers,ice cream and more at our Outdoor Grill!!


Jaguar Club Car Show!

Sunday, June 12, 2011; 9am-4pm.

Enjoy viewing these beautiful luxury cars up close! Presented by the Jaguar Club of Southern New England, prizes will be awarded to best cars in show.


Father's Day Workshop!

Sat., June 18, 2011; session times: 11am & 1pm.

Just like a real baker, your child(ren) will dress up in white aprons, gloves, and hats, and decorate a special cake for Dad for Father's Day!

Workshop fee to be announced; pre-paid reservations accepted after May 1, 2011. Call: 860/349-6043.

Located at the Junction of Routes 147 & 157 in Middlefield, CT 06455.

Main Phone: 860-349-1793. Apple Barrel Fax: 860-349-1223. Office Fax: 860-349-1424. Golf Fax: 860-349-1656.

Apple Barrel Hours: Open 7 days a week | Sept/Oct: 9am -7pm. | Remainder of year: 9am - 6pm.

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