By Coggin Heeringa, Interpretive Naturalist, Crossroads at Big Creek, Inc. This week, we are thankful for recreation, which includes a host of activities which are, according to Google’s English dictionary, “done for enjoyment when one is not working.” We at Crossroads are dedicated to inspiring environmental stewardship, and we believe that people of all ages and all […]
Gibraltar’s Annual Tree Lighting 2022
Fish Creek, Wis. (November 21, 2022) – Gibraltar’s yearly event will bring back the charm of yesteryear. We invite young and old to bundle up and stroll down to Noble Square for our annual tree lighting and caroling. As snowflakes fall from the sky, Door County Carolers will lead the sing-along as guests sing along […]
Griffon String Quartet Children’s Concerts Great Success
Sister Bay, Wis. (November 21, 2022) – The Griffon String Quartet’s recent Children’s Concerts, based on the picture book, Because, by New York Times best-selling author Mo Willems, were massively successful in bringing classical music to youth in Door County and Green Bay. The book tells the story of how the works of Beethoven and Schubert deeply influenced the […]
Jukebox Saturday Night Presents “Music of Mancini” at DCA November 26
Fish Creek, Wis. (November 21, 2022) – On Saturday, November 26, at 7 p.m., Jukebox Saturday Night will present “Music of Mancini” on the Door Community Auditorium (DCA) Main Stage. Jukebox Saturday Night celebrates the compositions of legendary composer Henry Mancini, from his early work with the Glenn Miller Orchestra to his memorable melodies from […]
The Ridges Sanctuary Natural Christmas: A Winter Wonderland
Baileys Harbor, Wis. (November 17, 2022) – The Ridges Sanctuary is giving families and friends a chance to spend time this holiday season surrounded by its natural beauty. Guests at the old-fashioned holiday celebration can walk down the softly lit Hidden Brook Boardwalk, roast marshmallows and chestnuts around an outdoor fire, and listen to holiday music in the Kaye Cabin, transformed into a “winter wonderland.” Delicious cookies, warm cider, and hot chocolate will be available in the decorated Kaye […]
Does at The Dorr Weekend Getaway in Door County Nov. 18-19
Sister Bay, Wis. (November 17, 2022) — Hunter’s widows are invited to attend the annual Does at The Dörr weekend getaway. Spoil yourself with this luxurious two-day Door County escape and stay at Sister Bay’s newest waterfront hotel. Shop, drink, and dine with their customized Does Package that includes your hotel room, private shopping, and […]
Christmas Concerts at Birch Creek on Saturday, December 3
Egg Harbor, Wis. (November 17, 2022) – Birch Creek Music Performance Center presents two holiday concerts in Juniper Hall on Saturday, December 3. “Christmas at Birch Creek” begins with a 2:30 PM Matinee Family Concert at which all children ages 11 and under receive free admission. Symphony and Percussion, Steel Pan & World Music session […]
Door County Historical Society Presents Corey Geiger on Nov 28
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (November 17, 2022) – The Door County Historical Society will host author Corey Geiger, to discuss his book On a Wisconsin Family Farm – Historic Tales of Character, Community and Culture. The program will be presented in conjunction with the DCHS Membership Annual meeting, on November 28, 2022 at Prince of Peace […]
Searching for Evidence to Indicate Prehistoric Habitation
By Coggin Heeringa, Interpretive Naturalist, Crossroads at Big Creek, Inc. During Thanksgiving Week, we at Crossroads express our heartfelt gratitude for the privilege of caring for our preserves. In a way, “preserves” isn’t quite accurate. When we acquired our land, there wasn’t a great deal to preserve. But over the past quarter century, we endeavored […]
Peninsula Pet of the Week: Phy Ed
Phy Ed is an incredibly cute bunny available for adoption at the Wisconsin Humane Society Door County Campus. This 1-year-old fluffball weighs just 2 pounds and has the absolute softest fur. Like all rabbits at WHS, Phy Ed has been neutered, received a flea preventative, and had his nails trimmed. Please make an appointment at […]