FDL Guide 2019

Jenny Knuth Art Director, WISNET Campbellsport

“There are a lot of community collaborations and events that shed light on various causes here. Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts (THELMA) is a really vibrant and contemporary space that hosts some of these events. And during the workday, I just need to go to THELMA’s gallery and wander through the space to feel rejuvenated. Thursdays are a cool open-bar evening (at THELMA)—a nice reminder of all our community has to offer.”

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LaClare Family Creamery. Photo courtesy of Todd Dacquisto.

Returning home for a career opportunity after college, Jenny continually meets people who reinforce her good decision to call the region home again. “Once you dive in and get to know the people—and connect them to the various destinations— there’s something really special in this place. A sense of feeling welcome and comfortable with like-minded individuals.” As a part of the planning team for two recent TEDx events hosted at Thelma, Jenny shared that Downtown Fond du Lac as a whole is an attraction, too. “We leveraged the greater Downtown District in our planning to give attendees a sense of all there is to offer here.”

About 30 miles outside of Downtown is a new treasure Jenny recently discovered called SoLu Winery in Cascade. “It’s a beautiful place. And what’s really awesome is they offer live music on the outdoor patio. But what I love most is the connection to an area [animal facility] that allows dogs to swim on the property and jump around from one place to the next. Many people bring their own dogs, too. It’s an awesome place.” “Having a connection to fun, contemporary, trendy things while also being able to simply turn around and take a hike, be outdoors, that’s the right mix for me.” A perfect mix that Fond du Lac readily delivers.

RURAL PLEASURES ARMSTRONG APPLES, ORCHARD & WINERY W853 Highway B, Campbellsport 920-477-3007 armstrongapples.com

Pet a llama or see the lemurs at this unusual ranch run by nuns. More than 300 animals to see as well as beautiful gardens, aviaries, a fish pond, and a unique gift shop. Customized, prearranged group tours may include hayrides and opportunities to interact with and learn about a variety of domestic and exotic animals. Guided tours available May 1–Oct 1. Call for tour prices or feel free to walk around and enjoy the grounds on your own.

Enjoy award-winning Wisconsin wines from our apples and other locally grown Wisconsin fruit. Stop in for free wine tastings. Join our wine club and get the first notices of special reserves. Our on-site store offers homemade jams, preserves, fresh cider, honey, and fudge. Our winery is an extension of our passion for quality, flavor, and wholesome ideals! Nestled in the hills of picturesque Kettle Moraine, Armstrong Apples, Orchard & Winery is dedicated to producing the best fruit possible! Come taste the fruits of our labor!

KELLEY COUNTRY CREAMERY W5215 County Road B 920-923-1715 kelleycountrycreamery.com We love ice cream! Kelley Country

Creamery’s old-fashioned premium ice cream is crafted in our Creamery on our dairy farmstead. The Kelley family has been churning homemade ice cream as a treat for generations, and we’re glad to share our passion for great ice cream with you! Using only farm-fresh milk, we combine it with top-quality ingredients and have created a

CRISTO REY RANCH N8114 County Road WW, Mt. Calvary 920-904-5033 cristoreyranch.org facebook.com/CristoReyRanch

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Cristo Rey Ranch. Photo courtesy of Todd Dacquisto.