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DCA Presents “We Shall Overcome” February 19

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On Tuesday, February 19, Door Community Auditorium (DCA) will present “We Shall Overcome,” an electrifying, multifaceted musical tribute to the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Inspired by the words and action of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.,  “We Shall Overcome” showcases repertoire from the African-American music traditions that moved generations of civil rights activists […]

“Apparitions” Door County Themed Play Drew Capacity Crowd of Over 160

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Peninsula Players Theatre presented a reading of Kristine Thatcher’s “Apparitions” on Monday, February 4 to a capacity crowd at Björklunden. Thatcher was commissioned by the Peninsula Players in the mid-1990s to write a play using Door County’s history and unique character as its major influence. “Apparitions” was produced as part of The Play’s the Thing, a […]

Katie Dahl and Tim Grimm Perform at Egg Harbor’s Kress Pavilion February 24

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Popular Door County singer-songwriter Katie Dahl will join nationally touring singer-songwriter Tim Grimm to present an intimate evening of songs at Kress Pavilion (7845 Church Street, Egg Harbor) on Sunday, February 24 at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $20. Advance ticket reservations are recommended and can be made at www.katiedahlmusic.com. Pending availability, tickets will also be […]

Peninsula Players Theatre Announces Installation of Hearing Loop

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Peninsula Players Theatre, America’s Oldest Professional Resident Summer Theatre and Door County’s theatrical icon, is pleased to announce the installation of a “hearing induction loop” listening assistance system and receivers in its audience pavilion. Hearing loops help make the theater more accessible for people with hearing loss. The installation in October was made possible through gifts […]

Ice Carving, Free Trolley Rides, Fire & Ice and More in Sturgeon Bay

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ICE CARVING COMPETITION Watch artists of all levels – beginner, intermediate, and advanced – sculpt “ice-terpieces” out of blocks of ice. Starting at 9am, carvers will start chipping and melting the ice to create an original sculpture. Carvers will be outside of the several Sturgeon Bay businesses competing for cash prizes. In addition to ice […]

The $1,000 Search Starts February 4 at The Lodge at Leathem Smith!

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The Lodge at Leathem Smith has hidden a medallion worth up to $1,000 in Sturgeon Bay, WI. The Lodge at Leathem Smith’s Snow Days Medallion Search starts on February 4, 2019. All proceeds will be benefiting the Wisconsin Humane Society Door County Campus. Participants can find a new clue on display as early as 4 p.m. […]

Peninsula Players Announces Scholarship Opportunities for Local Students

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Peninsula Players Theatre is pleased to announce the launch of a scholarship for Door County high school seniors pursuing a major or minor in arts management, music or theater. A $500 scholarship will be awarded this spring to one student at each of the Door County high schools. This award was created by Peninsula Players Theatre […]

Jeanne Kuhns and George Sawyn Release New Album, “Blood Roots”

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On Thursday, February 14 at 7:00 p.m., singer-songwriter Jeanne Kuhns and guitarist George Sawyn will officially release their new CD “Blood Roots” with an intimate concert in DCA’s cozy Fireside Lobby. “Blood Roots” sees Jeanne Kuhns and George Sawyn, two of Door County’s best-loved musicians, team up to perform standards by Irving Berlin, Duke Ellington, […]

Northern Sky Theater Announces Scholarship Opportunity for Door County High School Seniors

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Northern Sky Theater, together with Werner and Sue Krause, announce the establishment of an annual scholarship to support a Door County high school senior who is pursuing a course of study in various theater arts or music performance. “As patrons of performing arts organizations throughout the state, we are keenly aware of the joy that […]