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Ephraim’s Christmas in the Village Brought Holiday Cheer

Ephraim, Wis. (December 9, 2024) – Ephraim was bursting with holiday cheer at the Ephraim Business Council’s annual Christmas in the Village celebration on December 7, 2024. Santa arrived on the Ephraim Fire Department’s fire truck and was welcomed into […]

Early Ice Covers Unsafe, DNR Warns

Madison, Wis. (December 10, 2024) – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges the public to practice early-winter ice safety on all of Wisconsin’s waterbodies and remember that no ice is safe ice. The temperature swings that mark the final […]

Birch Creek Music Performance Center Announces New Executive Director

Egg Harbor, Wis. (December 9, 2024) – The Birch Creek Music Performance Center Board of Trustees is thrilled to announce the appointment of Jenna Ferdon as its next Executive Director. This announcement marks an exciting new chapter in Birch Creek’s […]

A Collaboration for the Holidays: Local Nonprofits Unite for “A Glimpse of Christmas Past”

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (December 6, 2024) — Step back in time this December as the Door County Historical Society’s Heritage Village comes alive with the sights, sounds, and spirit of the holiday season during A Glimpse of Christmas Past. Presented by the Door County […]

Griffon String Quartet Awarded Green Bay Packers Foundation Grant

Sister Bay, Wis. (December 6, 2024) – Midsummer’s Music’s affiliate, the Griffon String Quartet, was selected by the Green Bay Packers Foundation to receive a generous grant supporting its work with residents in Green Bay through its Einstein Series programs, B […]

DCA Presents Colin and Friends’ “Songs that Sleigh” December 14

Fish Creek, Wis. (December 5, 2024) – On Saturday, December 14, at 7 p.m., Door Community Auditorium (DCA) will present Colin Welford and a bevy of his talented friends in a holiday spectacular they’re calling “Songs that Sleigh.” Colin Welford has […]

Katie Dahl, Anne Heaton, and Jenny Bienemann Present “Songs to Light a Winter’s Night” on December 20 in Ellison Bay, December 21 in Sturgeon Bay

Fish Creek, Wis. (December 5, 2024) – Popular Door County musician Katie Dahl will be joined by acclaimed songwriters Anne Heaton (Milwaukee) and Jenny Bienemann (Chicago) for “Songs to Light a Winter’s Night,” an evening of original and classic songs […]

Celebrate 125 Years Of The Wisconsin State Park System In 2025

Madison, Wis. (December 5, 2024) – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is previewing a year-long celebration of the quasquicentennial anniversary of the Wisconsin State Park System in 2025. The public is invited to participate in the 125th anniversary […]

Peninsula Music Festival Announces Matching Donation Opportunity & Gift Certificates

Ephraim, Wis. (December 2, 2024) — The Peninsula Music Festival (PMF), a cornerstone of Door County’s vibrant arts scene, is thrilled to announce a special matching gift opportunity to support its mission of bringing world-class musical performances to the region. From […]

Peninsula Players Theatre Awarded Grant from Packers Foundation

Fish Creek, Wis. (December 2, 2024) – Peninsula Players Theatre is thrilled to announce it has received a $3,000 grant from the Green Bay Packers Foundation in support of its community outreach program, The Play’s the Thing. This generous contribution will […]

DCMM’s 2024 Merry-Time Festival of Trees

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (November 30, 2024) – Stroll through the Museum’s winter wonderland of beautifully decorated trees, wreaths and decorative displays at Door County Maritime Museum. Fantastically decorated by local businesses, organizations and residents, each of these extraordinary decorations is adorned with beautiful […]

Peninsula Players Theatre Announces 90th Season

Fish Creek, Wis. (November 30, 2024) – Peninsula Players Theatre, Wisconsin’s oldest professional theater and Door County’s theatrical icon, is delighted to announce its 90th season, performing June 17 through October 19, 2025. “The 2025 lineup of shows is sure to provide audiences with big […]

Upcoming Events at Tannenbaum Holiday Shop

By Sue Ann and Ron Flittner As we pause this busy season to celebrate Thanksgiving with our family, we reflect on all we have to be thankful for this year. You, our customers, have brought us much joy, and we […]

Griffon String Quartet Plays Four Free Holiday Concerts

Sister Bay, Wis. (November 27, 2024) – The Griffon String Quartet, hailed for its “superb playing, palpable chemistry, spirit, and emotional connection,” will perform four pay-what-you-can holiday concerts in Green Bay and Door County. Featured musicians are Roy Meyer and Alex […]

Santa is Coming to Sip

Ephraim, Wis. (November 25, 2024) – Kick off December with a visit to see your very jolly friend, Santa. Take a picture, snack on a candy cane, and request those holiday wishes. This year Sip is accepting donations for Ben Anderson. […]

One Barrel 2.62 Run in Egg Harbor November 30

Egg Harbor, Wis. (November 22, 2024) – You can still join in on the fun at the One Barrel 2.62 Run in Egg Harbor on Saturday, November 30! Run off all that pumpkin pie and turkey at 10 am, when the […]

Midsummer’s Music Awarded Women’s Fund Grant Supporting Griffon String Quartet Activities for Women, Girls

Midsummer’s Music Ltd. received $2,000 from the Women’s Fund of Door County to support music activities for women and girls conducted by its affiliate, the Griffon String Quartet. Sister Bay, Wis. (November 22, 2024) – Midsummer’s Music is pleased to announce […]

A Home for Hattie: New Picture Book by Local Author Anne Emerson

Write On, Door County hosts a book publication and holiday party, Wednesday, December 11 Juddville, Wis. (November 21, 2024) – Write On, Door County will host a book publication and holiday party on Wednesday, December 11 from 4-6 pm for local […]

Find Your Adventure: Wisconsin’s Gun Deer Season Begins Saturday, Nov. 23

Madison, Wis. (November 21, 2024) – It’s almost time for hunters across Wisconsin to head out for the 2024 nine-day gun deer season, opening Saturday, Nov. 23 and running through Sunday, Dec. 1. This is the latest nine-day window within which […]

Gibraltar Historical Association’s Annual Tree Lighting

Fish Creek, Wis. (November 19, 2024) – Join Gibraltar Historical Association’s Holiday Event on December 7th, at 5:00 pm, and enjoy the charm of yesteryear. We invite young and old to bundle up and stroll down to Noble Square for annual […]

Ring in the Holidays at Ephraim’s Christmas in the Village on December 7

Ephraim, Wis. (November 18, 2024) – Ring in the holidays at the Ephraim Business Council’s annual Christmas in the Village event on Saturday, December 7, 2024. Throughout the day, people of all ages can participate in the Spot the Snowmen […]

DCA Presents “A Ketchup Christmas” November 30

Fish Creek, Wis. (November 15, 2024) – On Saturday, November 30, at 7 p.m., Door Community Auditorium (DCA) will present Door County-based, cult favorite band Ketchup as they play their own unique version of a holiday spectacular. Ketchup has made a name […]

Crossroads At Big Creek Seeks GrantFor Acquisition Of Land

Grant Requested For Stewardship Project In City Of Sturgeon Bay Madison, Wis. (November 14, 2024) – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that Crossroads at Big Creek has applied for a 50% matching grant from the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program. […]

Southern Door High School to Host Blood Drive November 20

Southern Door, Wis. (November 13, 2024) – The SDHS Student Council and the American Red Cross are sponsoring a blood drive from 9am-2pm on Wednesday, November 20 in the SDHS Gym, 2073 County Road DK, Brussels, WI 54204 (enter at […]

Peninsula Pet of the Week: Cola

Meet Cola, he is a 3-year-old dog available for adoption at the Wisconsin Humane Society Door County Campus. This lovely boy weighs 70 pounds and has adorable black spots on his ears along with some pup eyes that will melt […]

Ellison Bay Christmas Tree Lighting

Ellison Bay, Wis. (November 11, 2024) – Kick off this holiday season in downtown Ellison Bay on Sunday, November 24 at 5pm. Enjoy a community gathering, tree lighting ceremony, and caroling to some holiday classics. Extend the evening with friends […]

DNR Seeking Public Comment On Master Plan Variance To Add Facilities To Newport State ParkDay-Use Area

Madison, Wis. (November 11, 2024) – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on a master plan variance that would authorize the development of new facilities within an existing day-use area in Newport State Park. As described […]

4th Annual ‘Christkindlmarkt Door County’ Promises Abundant European Holiday Cheer

Sister Bay, Wis (November 11, 2024) — The Sister Bay Historical Society has announced the dates for its 4th Annual Christkindlmarkt, or Christmas market. Christkindlmarkt will take place on three subsequent weekends in November and December, on Fridays, Saturdays and […]

Celebrate the Season with “Christmas at Birch Creek” Holiday Concerts

Egg Harbor, Wis. (November 8, 2024) – Birch Creek Music Performance Center warmly invites the public to experience the spirit of the holidays with two festive concerts in Juniper Hall on Saturday, December 7. Christmas at Birch Creek will offer […]

Pat Hellen Memorial Golf Outing Raises $14,194 to Benefit Door County YMCA Youth Programs

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (November 6, 2024) – The annual Pat Hellen Memorial Golf Outing was a tremendous success, raising an impressive $14,194 to support the Door County YMCA’s youth programs. Held on Tuesday, September 10 at Maxwelton Braes the event gathered […]

Colin & Friends to Celebrate Veterans with Nostalgic Sounds of Wartime Jazz

Two Free Performances on Sunday, November 10th at 2:00 pm & 4:30 pm Ephraim, Wis. (November 5, 2024) —In a joyful tribute to military service members, Colin & Friends is set to present two vibrant jazz-infused concerts on the weekend […]

100+ Women Who Care Door County Presents $31,750 in October 2024

100+Women Who Care Door County (100+WWC) Continues Trend of Giving Events. The October 2024 Giving Circle presented $31,750 for more than $638,000 awarded to 62 unique nonprofits since July 2018. Door County, Wis. (November 5, 2024) – 100+ Women Who […]

Door County YMCA Celebrates a Week of Community Events and Halloween Fun

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (November 1, 2024) — The Door County YMCA was bustling with excitement and community spirit last week as hundreds of residents gathered for various events designed to promote health, wellness, and festive fun. Community Healthy Living Fair Draws […]

‘Musical Museum’ Offers Innovative Program for People Experiencing Early to Moderate Stages of Dementia

The Musical Museum is a social-clinical program specifically tailored for individuals with mild to moderate neurocognitive disorders. Sister Bay, Wis. (November 1, 2024) – The Griffon String Quartet, an affiliate of Midsummer’s Music that works people of all ages in northeast Wisconsin, […]

USS Westchester County Dedication Event

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (October 30, 2024) – This Friday, November 1 at 11am, the Door County Maritime Museum will be dedicating a memorial plaque on the Sturgeon Bay West Waterfront behind the museum to the 23 US sailors and soldiers […]

Gibraltar Historical Association Annual Wreath Sale

Fish Creek, Wis. (October 24, 2024) – Welcome in the holiday season by purchasing fresh wreaths, swags, and kissing balls from Gibraltar Historical Association. Lush Wisconsin greens are freshly cut and arrive days later. This year, be sure you’re prepared for […]

Birch Creek Welcomes New Board Members, Honors Outgoing Members

Egg Harbor, Wis. (October 23, 2024) – Birch Creek is pleased to announce the appointment of three members to its 18-member Board of Trustees. Donna Altepeter joins the Birch Creek Board for the first time, effective as of the October […]

Final Week of “And If Elected” and the 2024 Fall Season at Northern Sky

This may be the last week of the 2024 fall season, but Home for the Holidays tickets are on sale now! Fish Creek, Wis. (October 22, 2024) – Northern Sky down to the final performances of And If Elected in the Gould Theater. With […]

Maritime Speaker Series: Mr. & Mrs. Captain

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (October 22, 2024) – The next presentation of the 2024-2025 Door County Medical Center Maritime Speaker Series will be held both in person and online on Thursday, November 7at 7pm, featuring Thankful for Our Lives of Adventures by Mr. and […]

Unwrapping Sturgeon Bay & Christmas by the Bay Holiday Celebration 2024

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (October 22, 2024) – Destination Sturgeon Bay is kicking off the holiday season with TWO weekends packed with festive fun for everyone! Sponsored by Door County Daily News, this holiday celebration will take place Saturday, November 16 […]

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