By Laurel Ciohon Growing up as a child in northern Door County, there were two words that would make me (and every other kid) squirm with excitement: Thumb Fun. Thumb Fun Amusement Park was the only park of its kind in Door County at the time and parents were forever grateful for plethora of activities […]
Door County Astronomical Society Hosts Pre-Show Seminar at ‘Silent Sky’
Peninsula Players Theatre, in conjunction with its production of “Silent Sky,” by Lauren Gunderson, will host members of the Door County Astronomical Society as they lead a discussion on “measuring distances in the universe” on Thursday, August 29 at 6:30 p.m. in the theater. “Silent Sky” lead character, Henrietta Swan Leavitt, contributed many discoveries that assisted […]
Plum Bottom Hosts Art Shows at Both Locations
Plum Bottom Gallery is hosting events at both of their Egg Harbor locations this Labor Day weekend. Join them on Plum Bottom Road to see expanded collections from resident jewelry artist Angela Olson Luberger and Madison-based artist Hannah Wong from 1-5pm on Saturday, August 31 and Sunday, September 1. Angela will be on site between […]
Rotary Offers Student Foreign Exchange Opportunity
Local high school students and their parents are invited to learn more about spending a year abroad as an exchange student during the 2020/2021 school year at the Rotary Youth Exchange information meeting on Tuesday, September 10. The meeting begins at 5:30 pm at the Door County Public Library in the Jane Greene Room in […]
DCA and SiriusXM Present “Live From Here” Comedian Tom Papa at DCA September 6
On Friday, September 6, at 7 p.m., Door Community Auditorium and SiriusXM will present comedian Tom Papa, best known for his work on the celebrated radio show “Live From Here,” in a performance at DCA in Fish Creek. Papa’s performance will be part of DCA’s fall series Blues, Roots, and American Stories. With more than […]
Midsummer’s Music Concludes Memorable 2019 Concert Series
The Midsummer’s Music 2019 summer concert series presented 41 powerful concerts showcasing 29 works – including a breathtaking world premiere by Composer-in-Residence Jacob Beranek – played by 20 brilliant, world-class musicians at 16 intimate venues throughout the Door County Peninsula. Tickets are now available for the final concerts of the Midsummer’s Music 2019 season, as well […]
“Harmonious Wail” Completes the 2019 Woodwalk Concert Season August 30
Harmonious Wail are purveyors of Americana infused Gypsy Jazz that continues to take their listeners on a ride via the music of the Hot Club sounds of Paris to the deepest blues of the Memphis Delta to the folk scenes across “every town” America. The Wail are sublime entertainers, great educators and they’ve mastered the […]
Jacksonport Cottage Impresses with Fantastic Selection
Jacksonport Cottage Impresses with Fantastic Selection By Laurel Ciohon While the exterior looks seemingly the same, Jacksonport Cottage, housed in a 1860’s era log home, has plenty of new surprises in-store! When Amy Burris and her husband, John, took over the shop in November 2015, the couple not only changed the name slightly, but they […]
Peninsula Pet of the Week: Hershey
Meet Hershey, a 5-month-old party animal available for adoption at the Wisconsin Humane Society Green Bay Campus! Originally from an overcrowded shelter in Alabama, he made the trip north hoping to find a new loving home. Our floppy eared friend is 25lbs of fun, energy, and love! Like all dogs at WHS, Hershey is neutered, […]
Beach Yoga to Start Your Week Off Right
Beach Yoga to Start Your Week Off Right By Laurel Ciohon If you’re looking for a way to start your week off right, look no further than yoga on the beach each Monday morning! It truly is the most incredible way to clear your mind, stretch your body, and start your week on a positive […]
