Baileys Harbor, Wis. (April 25, 2023) – “Solar Power: From Science to Policy to Plugging In” will be the theme of the Door County Solar Celebration May 12 and 13. The festivities will begin at Bjorklunden, Lawrence University’s north campus and retreat center at 7590 Boynton Lane, Baileys Harbor, and continue Friday afternoon and Saturday with self-guided […]
Learn About Straw Bale Gardening at Door County Master Gardeners Educational Lecture
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (April 17, 2023) – Learn the pros and cons of straw bale gardening at the upcoming presentation in the Door County Master Gardeners (DCMGA) Educational Lecture Series on Saturday, April 29, at Crossroads at Big Creek, starting at 11 am. Master Gardener Dora Leonardson will explore reasons to consider this fun and […]
Call the Fish Veterinarian
By Coggin Heeringa, Interpretive Naturalist, Crossroads at Big Creek, Inc. Question: What do you do if you catch a fish with a virus? Answer: Call the fish veterinarian. (And, really, you shouldn’t use a virus to catch a fish; you should use a lure.) Actually, that is not a joke and we now all know […]
ODBS Snowy Owl Gets His Name
Jacksonport, Wis. (April 21, 2023) – The response to the Open Door Bird Sanctuary’s naming contest was fabulous! They had a hard time narrowing down over 200 submissions! Drum Roll Please: We are officially welcoming Oslo to Door County with a name that honors the region’s Scandanavian history. Congratulations to Kristin Miller, who will be […]
Sturgeon Bay’s New Spring Shopping Event
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (April 21, 2023) – Destination Sturgeon Bay will be holding a brand new event this spring: Cherry Bounce! Cherry bounce is a sip and shop style event which will take place on Friday, May 12th from 4 pm until 8 pm. You’re invited to spend the afternoon shopping at unique shops and […]
Wisconsin Humane Society Door County Campus to Hold Annual Rummage Sale to Benefit Animals
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (April 21, 2023) – The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) Door County Campus is excited to announce that they will once again be holding an Annual Rummage Sale fundraiser at Arle Memorial on Friday, May 5 from 12-6 p.m. and Saturday, May 6 from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. On Saturday, a clearance sale starts at […]
Peninsula Pet of the Week: Ginger
Meet Ginger, he is a soft and beautiful 9-pound rabbit available for adoption at the Wisconsin Humane Society Door County Campus! Ginger is neutered, microchipped, and goes home with a certificate for a free vet exam and a starter bag of food – plus, you get to name your own adoption fee. Visit him during […]
Maritime Speaker Series: Between Boats and Brews
Captain Pabst’s Interesting Career Switch in Wisconsin Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (April 19, 2023) – The next presentation of the Door County Medical Center Maritime Speaker Series will be held both in person and online on Thursday, May 4 at 7pm,featuring “Between Boats and Brews: Captain Pabst’s Interesting Career Switch in Wisconsin ” presented by Dave Fehlauer, President of the Pabst […]
Savory Spoon’s 20th Anniversary
Ellison Bay, Wis. (April 19, 2023) – We are looking forward to the Savory Spoon Cooking School’s 20th season with great excitement! Many of you await the schedule of classes as you prepare for your summer fun. The 2023 season schedule of classes is available online now. This year we have some exciting new additions. One of our new […]
Door County Historical Society Welcomes New Employees
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (April 19, 2023) – The Door County Historical Society announced the addition of two new employees to the staff. Michaela Kraft and Wendy Wagner both joined the organization in April of this year. Michaela Kraft will fill the new full-time, permanent role of Curator and Interpretations Manager. She will be responsible for the […]
