By Coggin Heeringa, Interpretive Naturalist, Crossroads at Big Creek, Inc. Mushroom Day, Bird Club and a Master Gardener Lecture featuring Door County Parks are the public educational programs this week, while out in the preserves, EarthWorks after school group, the Big Plant, Habitat Healers, Bio-Blitz, Wetland Monitoring and Fish Monitoring programs are all underway. At the end of this week, […]
DCMM seasonal properties open for Summer 2023 on Monday, May 1
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (April 28, 2023) – Visit the Death’s Door Maritime Museum in Gills Rock and celebrate the area’s commercial fishing tradition! This Museum features a shipwreck exhibit, including artifacts brought up from the depths of Lake Michigan, and visitors are directed to the building by the wooden fishing tug Hope. Visitors are greeted at the building by the bronze sculpture […]
Heritage Village at Big Creek Hosts Opening Day Celebration
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (April 28, 2023) – The Door County Historical Society is proud to announce the Heritage Village Opening Day Celebration on May 20, 2023. The event will take place at Heritage Village at Big Creek, 2041 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Opening Day Celebration will mark the […]
DCA Season Includes Gladys Knight, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Sierra Ferrell, KT Tunstall, Martin Sexton, Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters, and Hiplet Ballerinas
Fish Creek, Wis. (April 24, 2023) – Door Community Auditorium (DCA) is pleased to announce its 2023 performance schedule, featuring a diverse array of performers that includes Gladys Knight, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Sierra Ferrell, KT Tunstall, Martin Sexton, Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters, Hiplet, and many more. “It’s always exciting to share a […]
New Sip & Shop Event in Sturgeon Bay
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (April 27, 2023) – You’re invited to spend the afternoon shopping at unique shops and boutiques throughout Downtown Sturgeon Bay. Bounce from shop to shop while enjoying delicious samples and get special in-store discounts. Enjoy a night out with friends or treat your mom this Mother’s Day weekend! Cherry Bounce will take […]
Open Door Pride May Mixer
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (April 27, 2023) – Open Door Pride’s May Mixer will be on May 17, 2023 at ARTicipation Studio & Gallery located at 10 East Oak Street in Sturgeon Bay from 5–8pm. The event is free and open to the public of all ages. Come and get creative while making art! There will be […]
Peninsula Pet of the Week: Eva
Introducing Eva, a 3-month-old pup available for adoption at the Wisconsin Humane Society Door County Campus! This 14-pound sweetheart has light brown coloring with the cutest brown eyes. She is full of energy and is sure to add excitement and snuggles to any new home! Like all dogs at WHS, Eva has been spayed, vaccinated, […]
Northern Sky’s Tuesday Crew Wins Golden Heart Award
Fish Creek, Wis. (April 25, 2023) – What a way to celebrate National Volunteer Week! Last night was the Door County Volunteer Golden Heart Awards Celebration and our Tuesday Crew won in the Arts & Culture category. Northern Sky’s Tuesday Crew began in 2016 in the weeks leading up to our summer season in Peninsula State […]
Solar Power: From Science to Policy to Plugging In
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 […]
