DOOR COUNTY NEWSWIRE

Say Cheese! Wisconsin Cheese Masters to Host Fundraiser for Open Door Bird Sanctuary Aug. 9

Egg Harbor, Wis. (July 31, 2020) – The spirit of support that defines the Door County Community supports sometimes brings birds of two different feathers together. That’s the case with Egg Harbor’s Wisconsin Cheese Masters and Jacksonport’s Open Door Bird […]

Northern Sky Theater Announces Transition in Leadership for its Board of Directors

Fish Creek, Wis. (July 31, 2020) – After serving Northern Sky Theater for twenty-three years as board vice chair, Cyndy Stiehl steps into the board chair role succeeding Mary Seeberg, who served in that role since 1997. Stiehl was one […]

Annual Harvest Festival Postponed to 2021

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (July 31, 2020) – It is with a heavy heart that Destination Sturgeon Bay Board of Directors has made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 Harvest Festival. After consulting with many partners, including vendors, local businesses, the […]

Midsummer’s Music Debuts Virtual Concert Season

Sister Bay, Wis. (July 28, 2020) – Midsummer’s Music, Door County’s premiere chamber music series, debuts a virtual concert season August 5, featuring music by Haydn, Tchaikovsky, and Widor. Titled Restless Passion, the program highlights music of both Haydn and Tchaikovsky, which […]

The Still Point Exhibit at Woodwalk Gallery

Egg Harbor, Wis. (July 28, 2020) – For the second featured exhibit of the season, Woodwalk looks to capture a moment in time. The Still Point title alludes to the idea of a still life painting but can also represent […]

Door County Maritime Museum Welcomes New Board Member

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (July 28, 2020) – The Board of Directors of the Door County Maritime Museum & Lighthouse Preservation Society, Inc. (DCMM) is pleased to announce the recent election of Nathan Dineen to the Board. Nathan J. Dineen is […]

Reclaimed Roof Shingles Carved into Turtles

Sister Bay, Wis. (July 28, 2020) – This sea turtle began its life in the heart of a mighty western red cedar somewhere in the great Northwest a century or two ago. When the timber was eventually harvested it was […]

Public Health to Issue Emergency Advisory Requiring Face Coverings

Door County, Wis. (July 24, 2020) – Effective Friday, July 24, 2020 at 8:00 AM Door County Public Health is issuing an Emergency Advisory which stipulates that everyone 5 years and older wear a face covering or mask when in public. […]

Sister Bay Piggly Wiggly Joins Other Retailers in Requiring Masks

Sister Bay, Wis. (July 22, 2020) – Effective immediately, Door County Piggly Wiggly is joining other large retailers in requiring shoppers to wear a face mask when they visit our store in Sister Bay. While our staff has been wearing […]

Egg Harbor Cancels Festivals

Egg Harbor, Wis. (July 21, 2020) – The Egg Harbor Village Board of Trustees and the Egg Harbor Business Association (EHBA), after consulting with Door County Public Health, have come to a difficult decision to cancel the Door County Sports & […]

Eagle Bluff Opening for the 2020 Season

Fish Creek, Wis. (July 21, 2020) – The Door County Historical Society is excited to announce Eagle Bluff Lighthouse is opening July 20th! In partnership with the WI DNR, the DCHS has put extra safety precautions in place to protect […]

Midsummer’s Music Reimagined for 2020

Celebrating 30 years of Extraordinary Chamber Music Midsummer’s Presents a Five-Week Virtual Season Showcasing Classical Favorites and Seldom Heard Treasures by Women and Composers of Color Sister Bay, Wis. (July 21, 2020) – Midsummer’s Music, whose concerts have been hailed […]

Chalk The State Event at Artzy Studio July 25-26

Ephraim, Wis. (July 21, 2020) – Artzy Studio in North Ephraim is partnering with the Museum of Wisconsin Art for the statewide event to “Chalk The State.” On July 25 – 26 from 11am – 3pm, Artzy Studio encourages kids, families and […]

DCMM to Host Boathouse Sidewalk Sale

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (July 16, 2020) – The Door County Maritime Museum (DCMM) is hosting a Boathouse Sidewalk Sale on Thursday and Friday, July 30-31, 10am-4pm, and Saturday, August 1, 10am-1pm. The Boathouse Sidewalk Sale coincides with Destination Sturgeon Bay’s […]

Miller Art Museum Partners Locally and with Arts Organizations Statewide for Chalk the State Event

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (July 10, 2020) — The Miller Art Museum, in partnership with the Door County Library, Boys and Girls Club of Door County and Destination Sturgeon Bay, is pleased to partner with arts organizations across Wisconsin for the first Chalk the State event, spearheaded by the […]

Birch Creek Online Names Symphony Concerto Competition Winners

Egg Harbor, Wis. (July 14, 2020) – Birch Creek completed its first two sessions of virtual music instruction with 42 young music students participating in Percussion & Steel Band Online (June 22-26) and Symphony Online (June 29-July 3). World-renowned Birch […]

Sail Thru the Avenues Sidewalk Sales is ON!

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (July 14, 2020) – The money-saving Sturgeon Bay shopping tradition continues Thursday, July 30, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. with a long list of super sales and deals at the annual city-wide Sail Thru the Avenues Sidewalk Sales. […]

Northern Sky Theater Announces Cancellation of 2020 Fall Season

Fish Creek, Wis. (July 10, 2020) – Northern Sky Theater, in Door County, Wisconsin, has announced that it will cancel its 2020 fall indoor season in the new Gould Theater. The company hoped to present Naked Radio in September and October, as well […]

‘Clean Seals’ are a Hit with Hospitality Businesses Worldwide

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (July 9, 2020) – Just over a month ago Sunshine House, a non-profit organization in Sturgeon Bay providing employment opportunity and day service programming for individuals with special needs, launched Clean Seals. Clean Seals are a unique […]

Peninsula Players Theatre Announces Cancellation of Autumn Show

Fish Creek, Wis. (July 9, 2020) — Peninsula Players Theatre has made the difficult decision to cancel its autumn performance of Richard Dresser’s “Rounding Third.” In mid-April, Door County’s premiere professional theater announced the cancellation of its 85th summer season for the continued safety […]

Experience Sturgeon Bay Under the Stars

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (July 9, 2020) – Destination Sturgeon Bay is partnering with the City of Sturgeon Bay to bring you Sturgeon Bay’s first ever Night Market! Beginning July 11 and running every Saturday until the end of August, the Under […]

The Stars Will Be Out July 17 for Mary’s Playlist Concert

A celebration of Mary’s 23-year tenure with Northern Sky Friday, July 17 – 7:00 pm via Zoom. Fish Creek, Wis. (July 6, 2020) – Join Northern Sky Artists as they perform Mary’s favorite songs live from around the country. In between songs, […]

Maritime Lighthouse Tower Topping Off Embargoed until 11:30am on July 2

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (July 3, 2020) – The Door County Maritime Museum and The Boldt Company will hold a small, private event on Thursday, July 2 to commemorate a significant project benchmark as the final structural pieces are placed at the […]

Annual Sturgeon Bay Fine Art Fair Postponed to 2021

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (July 3, 2020) – It is with a heavy heart that Destination Sturgeon Bay Board of Directors has made the difficult decision to cancel the 22nd annual Fine Art Fair. After consulting with many partners, including vendors, local businesses, the […]

The Community Blood Center Hosts Blood Drive with Bailey’s Harbor Town Hall

Community members are encouraged to schedule a donation to support local hospitals and patients. Bailey’s Harbor, Wis. (July 3, 2020) – The Community Blood Center (CBC), a local non-profit organization supplying life-saving blood and platelets to hospitals in Wisconsin and […]

Woodwalk Gallery July Happenings

Egg Harbor, Wis. (July 3, 2020) – On July 15, Ohana Hospitality and Woodwalk Gallery will present experiential dining with Southeast Asian Fusion Cuisine. Limited seating still available $110 per person for a four course meal, with wine pairings and […]

PMF’s PlayON! Campaign Hits Major Milestone: 75% Raised, $20,000 to Go!

Sister Bay, Wis. (June 29, 2020) – On May 13, the Peninsula Music Festival began raising funds to provide the eighty musicians of our Festival Orchestra with a stipend to aid in the financial relief efforts caused by the COVID-19 […]

Plum Bottom Gallery Trunk Show featuring Jewelry by Luberger, Wong, Zelichenok, and Russell

Egg Harbor, Wis. (June 29, 2020) – Plum Bottom Gallery (Downtown) invites you to an outdoor jewelry trunk show Saturday, July 4 from 11am–5pm. The gallery will feature the newest creations from resident jewelry artist, Angela Olson Luberger, and well-known […]

Jackson Harbor Soup Launches Online Store, Expands On-Site Seating

Washington Island, Wis. (June 26, 2020) – Jackson Harbor Soup, one of Washington Island’s newest businesses, has had a remarkable run of success in its first few years. Even under the stresses of the current coronavirus crisis, the popular soup and […]

The Red Putter Mini Golf announces NON-Tournament August 1 – 8

Ephraim, Wis. (June 28, 2020) – Red Putter Mini Golf on Hwy 42 in North Ephraim has announced that it will hold its first-ever ‘Non-Tournament’ Mini Golf Tournament on August 1-8, 2020. The original owner of the Red Putter, Bob […]

Miller Makes Changes to Art & Treasures Fundraiser Due to COVID-19, Seeks Donations from Community

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (June 26, 2020) – The Miller Art Museum in downtown Sturgeon Bay announced today that it will be accepting donations for its late summer Art & Treasures Sale starting on Wednesday, July 1, 2020. The fundraiser was […]

Katie Dahl Announces Weekly Wednesday Afternoon Performances at The Cookery

Fish Creek, Wis. (June 27, 2020) – The Cookery in Fish Creek is pleased to announce a Wednesday happy hour series featuring music by popular Door County singer-songwriter Katie Dahl. Starting July 1, Dahl will perform outside every Wednesday 3-5 […]

Northern Sky Theater Announces the 2020 Recipients of the Werner and Sue Krause Scholarship

Fish Creek, Wis. (June 23, 2020) – Northern Sky Theater is pleased to announce the 2020 winners of the Werner and Sue Krause Scholarship. The Northern Sky Theater Werner & Sue Krause Scholarship is available to Door County students pursuing a degree […]

Fine Line Designs Gallery Announces First Exhibit of 2020 Season

Gallery will be open and acting in accordance with the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation’s best practices to reopen retail spaces. Ephraim, Wis. (June 23, 2020) — Fine Line Designs Gallery announces its first exhibit of the 2020 season, which opens […]

Miller Art Museum Issues Regional Call for Artists for 45th Juried Annual

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (June 23, 2020) — The Miller Art Museum in downtown Sturgeon Bay is pleased to announce a call to artists for its 45th Juried Annual Exhibition, scheduled for August 29 – October 19, 2020. Eight artists will be recognized […]

“Paper’s and Pastel” Art Show 2 at Plum Bottom Gallery

Egg Harbor, Wis. (June 22, 2020) – Plum Bottom Gallery invites you to “Paper and Pastels” Art Show 2 Saturday, June 27 and Sunday, June 28 from 10-4pm. The show will feature artists working in the mediums of paper and pastel drawings. […]

Northern Sky Theater Announces Virtual Season While Adjusting the Recent Schedule

Fish Creek, Wis. (June 22, 2020) – While they await definitive plans for their potential fall season, Northern Sky Theater in Door County, Wisconsin announces a three-pronged virtual season to continue its mission of developing original work, employing its artists, […]

Cherries Jubilee Line The Streets of Sturgeon Bay

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (June 18, 2020) – Destination Sturgeon Bay is so excited to announce our 2020 Street Art Project, Cherries Jubilee! They’re celebrating 20 years of public art in Sturgeon Bay in the best way possible – with cherries! This […]

DCMM Announces Accessibility Initiatives

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (June 18, 2020) – The Door County Maritime Museum (DCMM) is pleased to announce participation in a number of programs and initiatives to increase accessibility to the exhibits and collections of the Museum for visitors and local […]

From the Edge of a Field

Egg Harbor, Wis. (June 18, 2020) – Nature is constantly a source of comfort, wonder and inspiration and once again, Woodwalk is featuring a nature oriented show. From the Edge of a Field opens Thursday June 25th with a mix […]