DOOR COUNTY NEWSWIRE

Open Door Pride Accepting Nominations for The Sandy Brown Award

Deadline for Nominations is May 15, 2025 Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (March 14, 2025) – Open Door Pride is accepting nominations through May 15 for the annual Sandy Brown Award. The award celebrates people and organizations who have made Door County a more […]

Children First, Door Community Child Development Center Merge to become Doorway to Learning

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (March 13, 2025) – As of January 20th, 2025, Children First and Door Community Child Development Center merged to become Doorway to Learning. Doorway to Learning is providing care to 132 children ages 6 weeks – 4 […]

Door County YMCA Extends Gratitude for Day of Giving

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (March 10, 2025) – The Door County YMCA extends its heartfelt gratitude to the community for supporting the YMCA Day of Giving on March 4th, 2025. This special day was filled with generosity, appreciation, and support for […]

Grounded Perspectives: 70+ Ways to Celebrate the Natural Beauty of the Door Peninsula

23rd Annual Door County Festival of Nature Returns Memorial Day Weekend, May 22-25 Baileys Harbor, Wis. (March 10, 2025) – The Ridges Sanctuary and its community partners are hosting the 23rd Annual Door County Festival of Nature, Memorial Day weekend, May […]

Peninsula Players Theatre Awarded Grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board

Fish Creek, Wis. (March 10, 2025) – Peninsula Players Theatre is honored to announce that it has been awarded a generous grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board, the state’s arts agency. This vital funding will support the theatre’s mission to provide outstanding […]

Alpine Resort Proudly Sponsors EggStravaganza 2025

Egg Harbor, Wis. (March 10, 2025) – The Alpine Resort announces its support as a Gold sponsor for EggStravaganza 2025. EggStravaganza is a premier community event and major fundraising initiative that promotes public art in the Village of Egg Harbor. Its […]

Call for Artists: 22nd Annual Door County Festival of Fine Arts

Sister Bay, Wis. (March 5, 2025) – The Sister Bay Advancement Association (SBAA) invites Wisconsin-based artists to apply for the 22nd Annual Door County Festival of Fine Arts, taking place in beautiful Sister Bay. This premier event celebrates creativity, craftsmanship, […]

Door Peninsula Astronomical Society Announce March Programs

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (March 5, 2025) – The community is invited to attend the March meeting of the Door Peninsula Astronomical Society (DPAS) at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. DPAS Board Member Jim Gallt will present Spectroscopy 2, an update […]

St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (March 4, 2025) – Get ready to paint the town green as Sturgeon Bay hosts its annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday, March 15, sponsored by Kitty O’Reillys Irish Pub. Beginning at 11 am, the parade will […]

Birch Creek Celebrates 50th Season with World-Class Performances & Special Events

Egg Harbor, Wis. (March 3, 2025) – Birch Creek Music Performance Center proudly announces its 50th season, a summer filled with world-class concerts, special guest artists, and unique celebrations marking this milestone year. Advanced student musicians will perform alongside nationally recognized […]

Lumbering to Yachting: The Evolution of Anderson Dock by Jeff O’Keeffe

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (March 3, 2025) – The next presentation of the Maritime Speaker Series is Thursday, March 6 at 7pm: Lumbering to Yachting: The Evolution of Anderson Dock by Jeff O’Keeffe. The Anderson Dock and Warehouse is without a doubt one of Door […]

Door County Master Gardeners Association and Wild Ones-Door Peninsula Announce March Educational Events

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (March 3, 2025) – The Door County Master Gardener Association in collaboration with Wild Ones- Door Peninsula, have scheduled several educational events in March, suggesting that anyone can create a garden that will be a pollinator magnet. Native plants […]

Peninsula Players Theatre Increases Scholarship for Door County Students

Fish Creek, Wis. (February 26, 2025) – Peninsula Players Theatre is pleased to announce the continuation and expansion of its scholarship program for Door County high school seniors pursuing a major or minor in arts management, music, or theater. Beginning in […]

DNR Now Accepting Artwork For The 2026 Turkey, Pheasant And Waterfowl Stamp Contest

Wisconsin (February 25, 2025) – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now accepting artwork entries for the Wild Turkey, Pheasant and Waterfowl Stamp Design Contests. The winning designs will appear on the 2026 collection of stamps. Each year, local […]

Door County Historical Society Hosts March Dine & Discover Luncheon Featuring Architect William Bernhard

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (February 24, 2025) — The Door County Historical Society (DCHS) invites the community to its March Dine & Discover Program on Saturday, March 22, at Samuelson’s Creek Pub and Grill in Sturgeon Bay. Doors open at 11:30 a.m., with lunch served at noon, […]

Meet the Cast ‘Do You Turn Somersaults?’

Peninsula Players Theatre play reading on Monday, March 3, at 7:00 p.m. Fish Creek, Wis. (February 21, 2025) – Peninsula Players Theatre is delighted to announce the cast for its upcoming reading of “Do You Turn Somersaults?,” a charming love story by Aleksei Arbuzov, […]

Family Day at Sister Bay Ice Rink Saturday

Sister Bay, Wis. (February 21, 2025) – The Teresa K. Hilander Community Ice Rink will host a family day at the rink in Sister Bay on Saturday, Feb. 22 from 12 – 6 pm. The rink will offer free skate […]

A Record-Breaking Year for the 16th Annual Door County Film Fest

Sister Bay, Wis. (February 18, 2025) – Over 400 film lovers braved the snowy weather to gather at Northern Sky’s Gould Theater this past weekend, making the 16th Annual Door County Film Fest a resounding success. The event celebrated the […]

Griffon String Quartet Spring Concerts

Sister Bay, Wis. (February 17, 2025) – To celebrate the arrival of Spring, the Griffon String Quartet will perform three exhilarating community concerts on March 7, 8, and 9. Admission is free. Donations will be accepted. Click the dates below to […]

DCA Hosts Rock Pioneers Listening Session and Bayside Radio Theatre Performance on February 8

Fish Creek, Wis. (February 17, 2025) – February 22 with two events: a 10 a.m. DJ set by David Watkins focused on rock music pioneers, and an evening performance by Bayside Radio Theatre at 7 p.m. David Watkins’ curated set […]

Support Threatened And Endangered Species Recovery With The Endangered ResourcesTax Checkoff

All Donations On Your Wisconsin Income Tax Form Are Matched Wisconsin (February 14, 2025) – Show your love for nature by donating to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) Endangered Resources Fund. All donations made through your Wisconsin income tax […]

87th Annual Sister Bay Ice Out Contest

Sister Bay, Wis. (February 14, 2025) – Get ready for the return of a beloved tradition: the 87th Annual Sister Bay Ice Out Contest! After last year’s warm temperatures prevented our iconic “Goat on a Boat” from floating on the […]

DNR Now Hiring State Park System Seasonal Staff

Wisconsin (February 11, 2025) – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now hiring seasonal staff for Wisconsin’s state parks, forests, trails and recreation areas. This unique and rewarding opportunity allows you to utilize your skills or discover new ones. […]

Re-named Door County Film Fest Announces 2025 Selections

16th Annual Event Expands to 3 Days, Features New Ticketing Options Fish Creek, Wis. (February 11, 2025) — The Door County Film Fest has announced its official program lineup for the 16th annual event, scheduled for February 13-15 at Northern […]

2025 Winter Open Days at Open Door Bird Sanctuary

Jacksonport, Wis. (February 11, 2025) – Enjoy the serenity of Open Door Bird Sanctuary during their 6th annual Winter Open Days. Join them on Saturday, February 15, March 15 and April 26 between 11-4pm. Bring your own equipment to enjoy their […]

Nick Dumas and Branchline Featured in Concert at the White Gull Inn

Fish Creek, Wis. (February 10, 2025) – One of the top emerging artists in bluegrass, Nick Dumas & his band Branchline are bringing a hard driving bluegrass performance back to the White Gull Inn, Fish Creek, on Wednesday, February 12. Tickets for […]

Vehicles Falling Through Ice; Be Extra Careful On Frozen Waterbodies

Wisconsin (February 7, 2025) – Snowmobilers and ATV/UTV riders: No ice is 100% safe. DNR wardens report a number of incidents of recreational vehicles going through the ice throughout the state. The DNR’s 2025 fatal crash reporting reflects six fatal off-highway […]

Christine Lavin Featured in Concert at the White Gull Inn

Singer-Songwriter Christine Lavin will perform at the White Gull Inn in Fish Creek, on February 26. Tickets for the 8 PM concert are $35. Fish Creek, Wis. (February 7, 2025) – Christine Lavin started her professional life as a waitress/bread […]

100+WWC January 2025 Giving Circle Presented $32,000

More than $679,000 awarded to 65 unique nonprofits since July 2018. Door County, Wis. (February 5, 2025) – 100+ Women Who Care Door County (100+WWC) Giving Circle continues its philanthropic platform to provide financial support to nonprofits of Door County […]

The Play’s the Thing: Of Serpents & Sea Spray

Fish Creek, Wis. (February 3, 2025) – Join Peninsula Players Theatre on Monday, February 3rd at Björklunden’s Vail Hall at 7590 Boynton Lane, Baileys Harbor for a 7:00 p.m. play reading. Admission is free, and seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis beginning […]

Experience the Magic of “Wizard of Oz On Ice” in Door County

Southern Door, Wis. (January 3, 2025) – Prepare to be captivated as Ice Creative Entertainment and the Southern Door Community Auditorium present “Wizard of Oz On Ice,” a reimagined, all-new production that breathes fresh life into the beloved classic. This performance […]

Love Letter Grand Re-Opening Event

Fish Creek, Wis. (January 31, 2025) – Love Letter, previously located at Top of the Hill Shops, has moved to downtown Fish Creek in the former Hide Side Boutique building. They will be having a grand re-opening event on Winterfest […]

Part-Time Job Opening at Write On

Juddville, Wis. (January 31 2025) – Write On, Door County is excited to be expanding their part-time staff with a new Administrative Assistant position. In addition to general administrative duties, they are looking for someone with a proven background in […]

DCA Hosts Early Country Music Heroes Listening Session and Sold-Out Zephyr Ciesar Concert on February 8

Fish Creek, Wis. (January 31, 2025) – Door Community Auditorium (DCA) will continue its 2025 winter season on Saturday, February 8 with two events: a 10 a.m. DJ set by David Watkins focused on heroes of early country music, and a […]

Peninsula Players Theatre Announces 2025 Winter Play Reading Series

Fish Creek, Wisconsin (January 28, 2025) – Peninsula Players Theatre announces the 2025 season of The Play’s the Thing, a winter play reading series presented to Door County audiences. Readings of the three plays will be performed at Björklunden at 7590 […]

Write On Presents Influential Women of Theatre

Talk and Discussion by Visiting Playwright Anne Bertram Juddville, Wis. (January 27, 2025) – Write On, Door County will present a talk and discussion by playwright Anne Bertram on three influential women theatre artists: Izumo no Okuni, Aphra Behn, and […]

Alpine Resort Moving Operations to Golf Course in 2026

Egg Harbor, Wis. (January 21, 2025) – As part of our ongoing plan to create best in class service, grounds and guest experiences, the Alpine Resort announced it will be moving its operations to the 190 acres of golf and […]

All Too Clear: Beneath the Surface of the Great Lakes

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (January 24, 2025) – The award-winning documentary film “All Too Clear: Beneath the Surface of the Great Lakes” will be shown at Crossroads at Big Creek this Thursday, January 30 at 6:30 pm, as part of their […]

Maritime Speaker Series: The Ledge, the Lake, and the Limestone

How the Niagara Escarpment impacted the stone industry and maritime development of Door County Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (January 23, 2025) – The next presentation of the 2024-2025 Door County Medical Center Maritime Speaker Series will be held both in person and online […]

Fincantieri ACE Marine Joins DNR’sGreen Tier Program

Wissonsin (January 23, 2025) – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that Fincantieri ACE Marine (FAM) was accepted into Tier 1 of the Green Tier program. Green Tier is a voluntary program for businesses, local governments and organizations committed […]

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