DOOR COUNTY NEWSWIRE

DCHS Endowment Fund 1st Program of 2019: Wisconsin Cheese & Door County Cheese Factories

Where would Wisconsin Brie without cheese? The Door County Historical Society is excited to announce their first program of 2019: Wisconsin Cheese & Door County Cheese Factories. The two-part program will benefit the DCHS Endowment Fund and is slated for […]

Wisconsin Arts Board Awards Grant to Peninsula Players Theatre

Peninsula Players Theatre is pleased to announce it was awarded a grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board (WAB) through their Creation & Presentation program. Funds from the grant will support the Peninsula Players continued development and presentation of outstanding theatrical productions […]

Door County Rubber Stamps Presents Spring 2019 Art Extravaganza Weekend

The Spring Art Extravaganza returns to Door County Friday, April 5 – Sunday, April 7. Enjoy a variety of crafting classes taught by Sarah Justison from The Paper Cut in Appleton, WI. The weekend will also include a welcome breakfast, wine […]

82nd Annual Sister Bay Ice Out Contest

The Polar Vortex made sure that we have plenty of ice on the Bay and that can only mean one thing – guess what day and time the ice will go out in the Sister Bay Marina and maybe win some […]

Door County Maritime Museum Welcomes New Board Member

The Board of Directors of the Door County Maritime Museum & Lighthouse Preservation Society, Inc. (DCMM) is pleased to announce the recent election of Alison Walker to the Board. In addition to joining the DCMM Board, Walker has also assumed […]

The Peninsula Singers’ Spring Rehearsals to Begin

Peninsula Singers registration and first rehearsal will be held at the Sturgeon Bay United Methodist Church, 836 Michigan Street on Monday, March 4 starting at 6:15 PM with registration and refreshments followed by practice starting at 7:00 PM. The Peninsula Singers […]

10th Annual Door County Short Film Fest Arrives in Sister Bay on Feb. 15-16

The Sister Bay Advancement Association (SBAA) has announced that the 10th Annual Door County Short Film Fest (DCSFF) will take place in the Sister Bay Village Hall on Friday, Feb. 15 and Saturday, Feb. 16. Friday night will feature the […]

Door County Is Introduced to The Griffon String Quartet

New Music Group Launched Through Efforts of Midsummer’s Music, Fine Arts Institute and St. Norbert College In a lively press conference followed by a reception at Door County Maritime Museum on January 16, 2019, the Door County community was officially […]

Matthew Burress Celebrates Door County Release of New Album, “The Fountain”

On Saturday, February 23 at 7:00 p.m., singer-songwriter (and Door County native) Matthew Burress will celebrate the official Door County release of his new CD “The Fountain” with an intimate concert in DCA’s cozy Fireside Lobby. “The Fountain” is the […]

February News from Door County Rubber Stamps & Scrapbooking

‘Get Your Art ON’ with Door County Rubber Stamps & Scrapbooking this winter season. Door County winters offer the perfect setting for a ‘catch up and renew your artful self’ session. Typically, Door County experiences a season of cooler temperatures, […]

DCA Presents “We Shall Overcome” February 19

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 […]

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

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 […]

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

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 […]

Peninsula Players Theatre Announces Installation of Hearing Loop

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 […]

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

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 […]

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

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 […]

Peninsula Players Announces Scholarship Opportunities for Local Students

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 […]

Southern Door High School Blood Drive Feb. 15

The Southern Door Student Council and the American Red Cross are sponsoring a blood drive on Friday, February 15, 2019 in the high school gym from 9:00am-2:00pm. Anyone who is at least 17 years of age, weighs at least 110 […]

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

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 […]

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

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 […]

Peninsula School of Art Brings New Winter Print Event to Fish Creek’s Winterfest Weekend

All ages are invited to participate in the festivities of the first annual Winter Print Event at Peninsula School of Art (PenArt), 3900 County Road F, on Saturday, February 2, from 10am-2pm. The event is being held In conjunction with […]

Chili Cook-Off at Door County Brewing Co.

Calling all chili masters: the Climate Change Coalition of Door County and the Door County Brewing Company will host a Chili Cook-Off from 6 to 7:30 pm Tuesday, February 26, at the Door Brewing Company Taproom and Music Hall in […]

Annual Valentine’s Day Show at Plum Bottom Gallery

Come to Plum Bottom Saturday February 2nd and 3rd for our annual Valentines show and let us help you play cupid with a one of a kind gift for your valentine! Plum Bottom is pleased to host paper quilling artist […]

DCA Seeks Singers for “We Shall Overcome” Performance February 19

Door Community Auditorium (DCA) invites all singers and music lovers onto the DCA stage Tuesday, February 19 to perform with Damien Sneed and his ensemble as they present “We Shall Overcome,” a musical celebration of Martin Luther King. Choristers need […]

New Exhibit at Door County Maritime Museum – “The Water Defines Us: DCMM@50”

The Door County Maritime Museum celebrates 50 years of service to the community in 2019. Opening Monday, February 4, 2019, “The Water Defines Us: DCMM@50” is a new exhibit at the Door County Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay that celebrates […]

Peninsula Players Cast Announced for Reading of “Apparitions,” a Door County Themed Play

Peninsula Players Theatre presents a reading of Kristine Thatcher’s Apparitions. 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 will be performed February […]

The Ridges 11th Annual Great Waffle Breakfast, Sanctuary Hikes, Kids Yoga

11th Annual Great Waffle Breakfast Long overdue for a great breakfast? We invite you to join the staff and volunteers of The Ridges for the 11th Annual Great Waffle Breakfast. Again this year, the Baileys Harbor Town Hall will be filled with […]

Successful Carlsville Retail Property Is Ready for Its Next Life

Door County is an incredible place to own a business, and what better time than now? The beautiful, spacious building and property on Hwy 42 in Carlsville that recently housed Door County General Store and Pet Expressions has recently been […]

‘Late Nite Catechism’ at Southern Door Community Auditorium

The Southern Door Community Auditorium will present Late Nite Catechism on Saturday, February 23, 2019 at 7pm. Late Nite Catechism is an uproarious piece of theater that takes audience members back, sometimes nostalgically, sometimes fearfully, to the children they once […]

Winter Water Fest at DCA

Door Community Auditorium (DCA) is pleased to announce Winter Water Fest, a fun-packed weekend of activities inspired by this year’s Celebrate Water Door County initiative. Highlights of Winter Water Fest will include a school residency and public performance by Chicago’s […]

Door County Sculptor Jeff Olson Helps Gibraltar Students Create Wooden Boats Currently on Display at DCA

In conjunction with the upcoming Winter Water Fest at Door Community Auditorium (DCA), Door County sculptor Jeff Olson helped Gibraltar Elementary School students create wooden boats, which are currently on display in DCA’s Link Gallery of Children’s Art. Olson, who […]

‘Moonglow’ – An Evening of Love Songs at Birch Creek

Birch Creek celebrates the Valentine’s weekend with an evening concert of classic love songs and jazz standards from the great American songbook. On Saturday evening, February 16, Katie Ernst (Birch Creek Jazz Faculty, vocals and bass) will perform in the […]

Gallery Winter Exhibition Reception at Door County Community Foundation

The community is invited to attend a reception on Saturday, January 19 from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the Door County Community Foundation. The reception celebrates the Lobby Gallery Winter Exhibition featuring works by Dan Cross, Arlene Stanger, and […]

Sara Glenn of True North Receives Realtor® of the Year Award

Each year, the Door County Board of Realtors® honors one of its members with the Realtor® of the Yearaward, which recognizes contributions both to the real estate profession and to the community at large. This year, the award’s recipient was […]

New Lecture Series at Door Community Auditorium: Door County Talks

Door Community Auditorium teams up with The Door County Civility Project to present Door County Talks, a series of five free lectures presented in the cozy Fireside Lobby. This year’s series is themed around promoting civility, strengthening community, and encouraging […]

Door County Maritime Museum Offers Free Admission to Government Employees During Shutdown

The Door County Maritime Museum is joining other museums and cultural institutions across the country in offering free admission to federal employees and their immediate families during the government shutdown. In addition, since the Door County Maritime Museum is in […]

DCA Weekend Features Concert by Seth Raddatz; Lecture About Civility

On Saturday, January 26, Door Community Auditorium (DCA) will offer two entertaining events: a 10 a.m. “Door County Talks” presentation about civility and the public sphere, and a 7 p.m. Fireside Coffeehouse Concert by Door County singer-songwriter Seth Raddatz. Door […]

Peninsula Music Festival Presents Three Unique February 2019 Concerts at Shepherd of the Bay

Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church will be hosting three Peninsula Music Festival “February Fest Concerts” on February 9, 16 and 23, 2019. Performances begin at 2:00pm. The February 9 event features pianists Andrew Armstrong and Inna Faliks, who willshowcase […]

All Things Chocolate at the Old Town Hall in Fish Creek on Feb. 2

Gibraltar Historical Association is back with “All Things Chocolate” a tantalizing way to fundraise for the 2019 season. Can you think of a better way to enjoy a winter day then to have loads of sweet chocolates to choose from? […]

‘Fashion Forward’ Fashion Show at Kress Pavilion Feb. 2

Fashion Forward is a fashion show centered around female empowerment. It will showcase the creative works of various designers and stylists from Door County and beyond. Fashion Forward is proud to donate its proceeds to HELP of Door County, a […]