I was going to devote this Coffee Chat to another subject, but then I got something in the mail that made me change my mind. It has to do with the drastic disruption in our normal lives that is taking place … and specifically with regard to our livelihoods. Everyone who has a job has […]
Online Writing Opportunity with Write On, Door County
Juddville, Wis. (April 13, 2020) – Join Write On, Door County for an online fiction writing workshop with Liza Wiemer on April 23 from 7–8:30pm. In this online 90 minute Zoom class, you’ll explore different techniques that will help you create unforgettable characters. It is perfect for anyone who is getting started on a novel […]
Welcome to the Marketplace by Bliss
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (April 10, 2020) – We are happy to announce that Todd Trimberger and Dr. Kelton Reitz, owners of Bliss on Jefferson Street, have purchased the 3rd Avenue Younker’s building. Bliss has been a staple in the Sturgeon Bay retail community since July 1, 2001. “The HC Prange/Younkers building has been an anchor in […]
Ephraim Cancels Annual Fyr Bal Festival
Ephraim, Wis. (April 9, 2020) – According to the the Village of Ephraim’s facebook page, Ephraim officials have made the difficult decision to cancel this year’s Fyr Bal Festival due to the COVID-19 situation. At this unprecedented time, the health and safety of Ephraim’s community and visitors are of utmost importance. The festival has brought […]
Northern Sky Theater Announces Cancellation of 2020 Outdoor Season & Delay of Indoor Season
Fish Creek, Wis. (April 8, 2020) – Northern Sky Theater, in Door County, Wisconsin, has announced that it will cancel its 2020 outdoor season in Peninsula State Park, Fish Creek, and delay the start of the indoor season in the new Gould Theater. The company hopes to present an abbreviated run of “Dad’s Season Tickets” in […]
DCMM Built for Battle Exhibit Online
The Door County Maritime Museum (DCMM) is pleased to present our newest exhibit Built for Battle: Sturgeon Bay Ships in World War II online. The Museum is working to make our educational resources and archives available online as quickly as possible. Beginning Wednesday, April 8th and continuing each school day through April 22nd (no post on Good […]
Churro Flavored Oat Bread
By Peter Sherrill, Forestville, Wisconsin “This bread made with the Churro flavored coffee, giving it sweet tastes of sugar and cinnamon, making it perfect for breakfast toast or a bit of sweetness on a grilled cheese for lunch!” This is a Door County Coffee Fan recipe. It was not made in the kitchens of the […]
Water Levels to Remain High During Seasonal Rise
Detroit (Arpil 8, 2020) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Detroit District, announces that Lakes Michigan, Huron, St. Clair and Erie set new monthly mean water level records for March 2020, which were previously set in 1986. All of the lakes are now in their period of seasonal rise and will continue to rise […]
Pet Tip of the Week: Positive Reinforcement
If your dog ignores or avoids you when you call them, they’re not just being stubborn; coming when called is something they need to learn how to do. If they’re only told to “come” when they’re being scolded or to end their playtime in the yard, they have no incentive to listen and may begin […]
DATCP’s Wisconsin Farm Center is Here to Help
Madison, Wis. (April 7, 2020) – With Wisconsin farmers facing an unprecedented series of challenges brought on by low commodity prices, unfavorable weather patterns, uncertain global markets and now, challenges posed by COVID-19, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) reminds farmers that support, information and resources are available through the Wisconsin […]
