HARVEST CRAFTS FAIR

Applehead Doll Making - demonstration & lesson, 11 — 4 pm Kids of all ages are invited learn how to make Apple Head Dolls. Kay Schwartz, retired teacher and now local substitute teacher, will demonstrate the old fashioned art of carving, shaping and drying apples, plus how to preserve and finish the doll. This will be a hands on experience. There will be a free handout on this autumnal folk art.. Free
 
Book signing by 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Joan Barsotti, noted local children's author, will read excerpts from several of her children's books. Joan will also offer her accounts on writing books with characters who really exist including family members. Joan will also be happy to autograph any of her books. Free.

Non-profit Weekend — 4th annual Non-profit organizations and service groups will set up "on the green" for the purpose of educating the public of their purposes, recruiting new members and raising money for their causes. There is no charge for the groups to set up on the lawn one or both days. Local artisians and crafters will also be there displaying their wares. Activities for kids.
 
BBQ, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kid's Special

What is unique about Grandpa's Cellar?
A park-like setting is unique. Over an acre of lawn under the apple trees makes for a unique experience for the visitors.
 
Tours are unique to Grandpa's Cellar. We offer tours for all ages, preschoolers to Red Hat Ladies to a bus of retirees. Each comprehensive educational tour is designed to inform based on the interest and age of the group. Pat Scheuner, one of the owners, has a Lifetime California Teacher's Credential and is committed to providing a learning experience. Son, Bill has a Horticulture degree and Dad Bill retired from a forestry career. The tours are by appointment and suitable for all ages. The tours are educational, as we want people to know where their food comes from, how it is grown, work of the orchard, tools, etc.
 
Grandpa's Cellar is a proud member of Slow Food USA; an organization dedicated to the preservation and enjoyment of traditional and artisanal foods and the advocacy of sustainability. We feel that our "from scratch" specialty bakery and the sale of fresh picked, tree-ripened Apple Hill apples during the harvest season is helping to encourage the preservation of local and seasonal foods.
 
For 30 years the owners have introduced a new item each year. Our motto is, "There is always something new at Grandpa's Cellar!"
 
Hand rolled, hand fluted, hand crafted variety of apple pies are our specialty. 17 different varieties of apple pie are featured plus other old timed favorites like dumplings, crisp and strudel.
 
The Country Store at Grandpa's Cellar is also unique. Grandpa's Cellar products are all made on the premises. There are 4 different types of Apple Butter made the slow old-fashioned way. People are invited to "create their own" gift boxes and baskets. Shipping service is available.

Applehead Doll Carving
Kay Schwartz, retired teacher, will teach the art of applehead doll carving. There is no charge for this event and everyone can try this fun and very old craft of apple carving.

Children's Author Joan Barsotti to read exerpt of her many children's books.
Joan Barsotti is a local Apple Hill grower who bases her books on actual events and people in her life. There is no charge for this event.

Nature Trail
Grandpa's Cellar has a special trail along a creek that is about 200 feet. The two Bill's maintain this trail and identify the native plants with signs telling the common and scientific names plus uses of the plant. The trail is a short stroll filled with information on the plants of our area.

Educational Tours
We provide tours by reservation Tuesday - Thursday, 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. The tours are educational as we want people to know where their food comes from, how it is grown, work of the orchard, tools, etc. $1.00 per person

4th Annual Non-profit Weekend — last weekend in September Non-profit organizations are invited to set up a table or booth on the lawn to promote their organization, recruit new volunteers and sell items. There is no charge. No one can do everything, but anyone can do something.

Haunted Nature Trail
The last week of October Grandpa's Cellar Nature Trail is transformed into a haunted trail complete with a collection of Halloween decorations for fun. This event has been going on for many years and is sure to please the many visitors.
Weather permitting