By Coggin Heeringa, Crossroads at Big Creek Crossroads at Big Creek kicks off the summer season with the theme “Take a Hike.” Visitors are always welcome to explore our trails, and this week they can also enjoy the children’s book Take a Hike, by Alison Farrell, featured on our Storybook Walk which starts at the West Trailhead. […]
Plum Bottom Gallery Announces Annual Outdoor Art Show on Plum Bottom Road
Egg Harbor, Wis. (May 20, 2026) – Plum Bottom Gallery is pleased to announce its Annual Outdoor Art Show, taking place at its Plum Bottom Road location on Saturday, May 23 and Sunday, May 24 from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM each day. This highly anticipated seasonal event invites visitors to experience a curated collection of handcrafted fine […]
Peninsula Pet of the Week: Pickle
Pickle is 1 year old, weighs 55 pounds, and is available for adoption at the Wisconsin Humane Society Door County Campus. Pickle is a ball of energy and fun! She loves to play, run around the yard, and go on long and exciting walks. Pickle would thrive as the only dog in the home, where […]
Belgian Heritage Center Announces June ProgramsExploring Belgian History and Heritage
Brussels, Wis. (May 18, 2026) — The Belgian Heritage Center invites the community to attend two special June programs highlighting Belgian heritage, local history, and personal stories connected to world events. The first program, WWII Belgian Resistance in Antwerp, will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Presenter Ivo […]
Two-Time Grammy Award-Winning Violinist James Ehnes Returns to Peninsula Music Festival for the 2026 Season
Door County, Wis. (May 12, 2026) — The Peninsula Music Festival (PMF) will welcome internationally acclaimed, two-time Grammy Award-winning violinist James Ehnes for two highly anticipated performances to open its 2026 summer season, August 4–22 at Door Community Auditorium. Ehnes, widely regarded as one of the most celebrated violinists of his generation, will appear on […]
A Century of History, A Future to Fund: DCHS Launches Centennial Campaign and Online Giving Hub
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (May 11, 2026) — The Door County Historical Society (DCHS) is proud to announce the launch of a brand-new page on its website dedicated to a truly special milestone—the organization’s 100th anniversary. Since its founding on October 1, 1926, the Door County Historical Society has been committed to preserving, sharing, and celebrating the […]
New Experiences at the Ephraim Historical Foundation in 2026
Ephraim, Wis. (May 11, 2026) – The Ephraim Historical Foundation (EHF) 2026 Summer Season kicks off next weekend with free admission to historic museums, and online reservations open for history tram tours, folk art classes, and programs. Starting at 10AM on Thursday, May 21, visitors will be able to explore the freshly reinterpreted Anderson Store Museum, […]
Peninsula of the Week: Minnie
Minnie is 11 months old, weighs 6 pounds, and is available for adoption at the Wisconsin Humane Society Door County Campus. Minnie is a very sweet kitty who loves exploring her surroundings in search of treats, toys, and the perfect napping spot. Then once she finds that perfect cozy place, she enjoys curling up with […]
100+WWC and Democratized Philanthropy Thrive
The April 2026 Giving Circle granted ~$37,000 resulting in more than $867,000 in giving to 76 nonprofits since July 2018. Door County, Wis. (May 7, 2026) – 100+ Women Who Care (100+WWC) Giving Circle hosted its 32nd quarterly Giving Event on Monday, April 27, 2026. Three nonprofits presented information about their community work. Then, members […]
Yoga in the Park Returns to Sturgeon Bay
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (May 7, 2026) – After incredible success in 2025 The Yoga Womb is once again hosting Yoga in the Park at Graham Park in Sturgeon Bay every Saturday at 9 a.m. starting May 23rd, 2026. Starting Memorial Day weekend and running through September (and sometimes into October – weather depending), residents and […]
