Door County, Wis. (May 31, 2023) – The initial grant awards from Destination Door County’s new Community Investment Fund (CIF) were announced recently. Eight projects will benefit from a total of $325,251, including the Eagle Bluff Lighthouse restoration project. Destination Door County President/CEO Julie Gilbert shared that the first grant cycle will have an positive impact […]
Peninsula Pet of the Week: Raoul
Meet adorable Raoul, he is a 3-month-old pup available for adoption at the Wisconsin Humane Society Door County Campus. This gorgeous boy with the beautiful eyes weighs 14 pounds and will steal your heart with his puppy kisses and keep you busy with his energy! He is neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and goes home with a […]
Milwaukee Arts Activist Mauree Childress and Friebert Legacy Featured in Concurrent Exhibitions at Miller Art Museum
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (May 25, 2023) – The Miller Art Museum in downtown Sturgeon Bay is pleased to announce the opening of two new exhibitions on Saturday, June 3, 2023: Expanding Perspectives by Mauree Childress and Door County Through the Eyes of Joseph Friebert and Betsy Ritz Friebert. In celebration, an opening reception is scheduled for Friday, June 2 […]
Governor Tony Evers Visits Washington Island
Washington Island, WI (May 25, 2023) – The Washington Island Electric Cooperative (WIEC) hosted Governor Tony Evers last Thursday at an important meeting that included Quantum Technologies, an industry leader in advanced communications and network solutions. The meeting followed a $2.5 million state grant announcement aimed at expanding the fiber optic network project on Washington Island. […]
Peninsula Pet of the Week: Thor
Introducing Thor, a 6 year old dog available for adoption at the Wisconsin Humane Society Door County Campus. This fella weighs in at 23 pounds, is tan and white, and has adorable pointy ears that stand to attention. He wants to be your best bud and share time and snuggles in a new loving home. […]
Sister Bay’s 9th Annual “Roofing of the Goats Parade” Scheduled for Saturday, June 10, 2023
Sister Bay, Wis. (May 23, 2023) — The Sister Bay Advancement Association (SBAA) has announced that the 9th Annual Roofing of the Goats Parade in 2023 is scheduled for Saturday, June 10th on Hwy 42 in downtown Sister Bay. The annual Roofing of the Goats Parade starts at 11:00 a.m. at the corner of Mill Rd. and […]
Peninsula Players Theatre Awards Scholarship to Local Student
Fish Creek, Wis. (May 23, 2023) – Peninsula Players Theatre is pleased to announce its 2023 Peninsula Players Theatre Scholarship recipient. The theater and its Board of Directors created this annual award to foster the career path and arts education of graduating high school seniors across Door County in the performing arts. One $500 scholarship was available […]
Annual Outdoor Art Show To Take Place at Plum Bottom Gallery
Egg Harbor, Wis. (May 23, 2023) – Plum Bottom Gallery invites you to their Plum Bottom Road location on Saturday, May 27 and Sunday, May 28 from 11am – 6pm for their Annual Outdoor Art Show! This show will feature the work of Caryn Brown, Curtis Hall, Sharon Miller-Thompson, Rose Kleman, Jeremy Burdette, and Lynda […]
Birch Creek Expands Its Adult Program Offerings in 2023
Egg Harbor, Wis. (May 23, 2023) – Birch Creek Music Performance Center is excited to announce its adult program offerings for the 2023 season. Known for its acclaimed summer music academy for young musicians, Birch Creek’s expanded programming serves the music performance desires of adult learners. The Wind Ensemble Retreat, Chamber Music Retreat, and newly […]
Woodland Peoples: An Indigenous Art Exhibit in Egg Harbor
Exhibit runs June 1 through September 30, 2023 Egg Harbor, Wis. (May 19, 2023) – Egg Harbor honors the Indigenous History of Door County, as expressed in the work of Native Artists living and creating in our Communities throughout the Great Lakes. This exhibit at the Kress Pavilion features the art of Menominee, Oneida, Ojibwa, […]
