Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (May 15, 2023) – The Women’s Fund of Door County hosted two sold-out performances of this year’s “Tale of Our Lives: A Story Slam” on Thursday, April 27 and Friday, April 28 at Door County Fire Company. Each night, 100 guests listened to the tales of five different storytellers. Thursday night featured […]
Eagle Bluff Lighthouse Opens Its Doors for an Unforgettable Season
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (May 15, 2023) – The Door County Historical Society will open the Eagle Bluff Lighthouse for the 2023 season on May 19, 2023. Located in Peninsula State Park in Fish Creek, Eagle Bluff Lighthouse is an iconic symbol of our heritage. Built in 1868, the lighthouse stands tall, ready to welcome visitors […]
Archaeological Dig, Astronomical Society Viewing Night, German Garden at Crossroads
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (May 12, 2023) – History will come alive at Crossroads this weekend! Our Spring Archaeological Dig is underway. During the Door County Historical Society’s Opening Day of the Heritage Village on Saturday, May 20, costumed interpreters will be working in the Heritage Garden at Crossroads at Big Creek. And, daily through May […]
Upcoming Events at Woodwalk Gallery
Egg Harbor, Wis. (May 11, 2023) – We are so thrilled to be opening (ALL) our doors at Woodwalk Gallery with this warmer weather and sunshine upon us! Our guiding intentions are that Woodwalk is a place that celebrates many types of art & craft, is open and welcoming to all, and operates as a […]
Door County Land Trust to Host Plant Giveaway Days
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (May 11, 2023) – In cooperation with The Big Plant, the Door County Land Trust will be giving away native evergreen and perennial seedlings on the Saturdays of May 13 and 20. On both days, the events begin at 9am and will continue until all plants are gone. The May 13 giveaway will […]
Stories of the People of the Cove Estuary
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (May 10, 2023) – For the next two weeks, “Stories of the People of the Cove Estuary” will be the theme for educational outreach programs at Crossroads at Big Creek. We are continuing to sponsor archaeological digs at The Cove Estuary Preserve and invite the community to observe or even participate in the Archaeological Experience between 2:00 and 4:00 on weekdays from May […]
Peninsula Pet of the Week: Latte
Meet Latte, she is an 11-month-old cat available for adoption at the Wisconsin Humane Society Door County Campus! This fun brown tiger gem weighs 7 pounds and loves snuggles and playtime! Like all cats at WHS, she is spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, and goes home with a certificate for a free vet exam and starter bag […]
The Northern Door Pride 2023: The Circus!
Sister Bay, Wis. (May 8, 2023) – Northern Door Pride is so excited to announce our 3rd Annual June Pride event, held on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at the Sister Bay Village Hall. The past two events were amazing, and this year is no exception with our family-friendly Circus theme. NorthernDoor Pride is all about […]
Writing as Medicine: Mental Health Awareness Month
Writing is medicine. It is an appropriate antidote to injury. It is an appropriate companion for any difficult change. –Julia Cameron May is Mental Health Awareness Month. We often talk about how difficult it is to write, how satisfying it is to have written. We don’t talk as often as we should about the health benefits […]
Door County YMCA Dedicates Northern Door Program Center to Jackie and Steve Kane
Fish Creek, Wis. (May 5, 2023) – The Door County YMCA is pleased to announce the dedication of its Northern Door Program Center to Jackie and Steve Kane in recognition of their outstanding commitment to the organization. Over the years, the Kane’s have demonstrated an unwavering dedication to the Door County YMCA and its mission […]
