I’ve often referred to cooking when talking about music. We use some of the same words to describe music and foods — words like “sweet,” “sharp,” “dry,” “complex,” etc. Frequently, an audience member tells me after the concert that they liked a certain piece, but they don’t know for sure why they did … or […]
Standing Up For DCMM
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (May 18, 2020) – On May 1st, the Maritime Museum announced that Board of Directors member John Baumgartner had pledged $50,000 to personally match any contribution to the Museum during the month of May, dollar-for-dollar, up to a total of $100,000. That figure corresponds with the lost revenue the Museum is currently […]
New Door County Initiative Focuses on Cleanliness and Safety
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (May 15, 2020) – A new commitment to cleanliness and safety initiative has been launched in Door County, and all area businesses and organizations are encouraged to participate. To help ensure safety for both visitors and residents, the commitment to cleanliness and safety initiative provides guidance for Door County businesses and organizations that make […]
Door County Cooperative Owners Receive Cash Dividends
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (May 15, 2020) – In accordance with the current Governors order, the Door County Cooperative has made the difficult decision to cancel its annual June customer appreciation event in Sturgeon Bay. For the first time in the history of the Cooperative, on June 23, 2020 at 5pm they will be conducting the 80th annual Shareholders […]
Perfect Door County Coffee Co. Pairings for Every Meal
You’ve heard of beer and cookie pairings or wine and cheese pairings, and we love those too of course, but we think it is about time for a Door County Coffee and food pairing! Breakfast: While we know all of our coffees taste good with breakfast, we love to pair our Frosted Cinnamon Buns flavored […]
PMF Launches ‘PlayON’ Fund to Assist Festival Musicians Through COVID-19 Financial Crisis
Ephraim, Wis. (May 14, 2020) – Yesterday afternoon, the Peninsula Music Festival officially launched its ‘PlayON’ initiative, aimed at funding stipends for each member of the Festival Orchestra to assist in the financial recovery efforts caused by the coronavirus pandemic. The fund will be equally distributed among the musicians, and is intended to support immediate essential […]
Discover Wisconsin TV Launches Annual Photo Contest
Madison, Wis. (May 12, 2020) – Discover Wisconsin, the state’s leading media brand and tourism TV show, has launched its popular photo contest via social media. In partnership with Wisconsin Counties Association, 12 fan-submitted photos will be published in Discover Wisconsin’s annual calendar, featuring images of Wisconsin destinations. The photo contest is accessible on the […]
PenArt Cancels In-Person Programs and Events through Aug 30
Fish Creek, Wis. (May 11, 2020) – Peninsula School of Art (PenArt), 3900 County Road F, Fish Creek, announces they are cancelling all in-person programs and events through August 30. They will be taking some programs online and offering new virtual opportunities to fill the gap. “In our studios, we work with our hands, and […]
Miller Art Museum Moves to Virtual Platform to Share and Celebrate Artistic Achievement of Local Youth in ‘46th Annual Salon of Door County High School Art’
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (May 11, 2020) – The Miller Art Museum is pleased to present the 46th Annual Salon of Door County High School Art (SoHSA) exhibition of student artwork opening in virtual format Monday, May 11, 2020. Presented in collaboration with Peninsula art educators, the exhibition marks 46 years of the Museum showcasing artwork created across a broad […]
Door County 4th of July Events Canceled
Door County, Wis. (May 12, 2020) — It is with great disappointment that the communities of Door County have announced that 4th of July festivities have been canceled throughout the county, including fireworks celebrations in Baileys Harbor, Egg Harbor, Sturgeon Bay, Maplewood, and Gills Rock. This includes parades in Baileys Harbor and Egg Harbor and […]
