DOOR COUNTY NEWSWIRE

Door County YMCA Announces New CEO

Door County, Wis. (December 2, 2022) – The Door County YMCA Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Tonya Felhofer has been named as the next CEO of the Door County Y. Felhofer brings a wealth of Y experience in […]

All-Bach Concerts Feature Griffon String Quartet Violinist Roy Meyer

Sister Bay, Wis. (December 2, 2022) – Griffon String Quartet founding member Roy Meyer will be the featured solo violinist at two all-Bach concerts in Door County on Sunday, December 11. Roy began violin studies at four years old with Kyoko […]

Tannenbaum Holiday Shop’s Annual Friends & Family Sale

Sister Bay, Wis. (November 30, 2022) – After taking a year off, Tannenbaum has decided to have their Friends and Family Sale again. For one day only (December 6 to be exact) nearly everything is on sale! There are some […]

Door County ‘Merry’-Time” Museum’s Jingle Mixer

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (November 30, 2022) – Door County Maritime Museum invites you to mix and mingle through the Door County ‘Merry’-Time” Museum’s winter wonderland during the Jingle Mixer on Tuesday, December 13, beginning at 6pm. During the Mixer, explore fabulous trees, wreaths and […]

Peninsula Players Theatre Announces 2023 Season

Fish Creek, Wis. (November 28, 2022) – Peninsula Players Theatre, America’s oldest professional resident summer theater and Door County’s theatrical icon, is thrilled to announce its 88th season performing June 13 through October 15, 2023. “I am delighted to share our lineup […]

The Dorr Hotel Hosts Paint n’ Sip Weekend Getaway

Sister Bay, Wis. (November 28, 2022) – Escape to Sister Bay January 13 & 14 and stay at The Dorr Hotel’s luxe accommodations while indulging in a weekend of wine and painting during their Paint ‘n Sip getaway. Guests will […]

Gibraltar’s Annual Tree Lighting 2022

Fish Creek, Wis. (November 21, 2022) – Gibraltar’s yearly event will bring back the charm of yesteryear. We invite young and old to bundle up and stroll down to Noble Square for our annual tree lighting and caroling. As snowflakes […]

Griffon String Quartet Children’s Concerts Great Success

Sister Bay, Wis. (November 21, 2022) – The Griffon String Quartet’s recent Children’s Concerts, based on the picture book, Because, by New York Times best-selling author Mo Willems, were massively successful in bringing classical music to youth in Door County and Green Bay. The […]

Jukebox Saturday Night Presents “Music of Mancini” at DCA November 26

Fish Creek, Wis. (November 21, 2022) – On Saturday, November 26, at 7 p.m., Jukebox Saturday Night will present “Music of Mancini” on the Door Community Auditorium (DCA) Main Stage. Jukebox Saturday Night celebrates the compositions of legendary composer Henry […]

The Ridges Sanctuary Natural Christmas: A Winter Wonderland

Baileys Harbor, Wis. (November 17, 2022) – The Ridges Sanctuary is giving families and friends a chance to spend time this holiday season surrounded by its natural beauty. Guests at the old-fashioned holiday celebration can walk down the softly lit Hidden Brook Boardwalk, roast marshmallows and chestnuts […]

Does at The Dorr Weekend Getaway in Door County Nov. 18-19

Sister Bay, Wis. (November 17, 2022) — Hunter’s widows are invited to attend the annual Does at The Dörr weekend getaway. Spoil yourself with this luxurious two-day Door County escape and stay at Sister Bay’s newest waterfront hotel. Shop, drink, […]

Christmas Concerts at Birch Creek on Saturday, December 3

Egg Harbor, Wis. (November 17, 2022) – Birch Creek Music Performance Center presents two holiday concerts in Juniper Hall on Saturday, December 3. “Christmas at Birch Creek” begins with a 2:30 PM Matinee Family Concert at which all children ages […]

Door County Historical Society Presents Corey Geiger on Nov 28

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (November 17, 2022) – The Door County Historical Society will host author Corey Geiger, to discuss his book On a Wisconsin Family Farm – Historic Tales of Character, Community and Culture. The program will be presented in […]

Door County Locals Get Discounted Rate to Stay at The Dorr Hotel

Sister Bay, Wis. (November 14, 2022) – Door County residents don’t need to leave Door County to treat themselves to a luxurious getaway. From November 1-April 1, local Door County residents are invited to stay at The Dorr Hotel for […]

Shop Small Saturday in Sturgeon Bay

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (November 14, 2022) – Save the date! Shop Small Saturday is coming up on November 26. This shopping holiday always falls on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Support small businesses throughout Sturgeon Bay by shopping locally on Saturday, […]

Egg Harbor Holly Days Nov. 25-26

Egg Harbor, Wis. (November 14, 2022) – Head to Egg Harbor’s Holly Days Festival, November 25-26, for a weekend full of old-fashioned holiday fun complete with holiday tree lighting, horse-drawn wagon rides, children’s activities and more. Start the day at […]

PMF Announces Programming Lineup for 2023 Winter Chamber Music Series

Egg Harbor, Wis. (November 9, 2022) – The Peninsula Music Festival’s Winter Chamber Music Series, February Fest, will return to the Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion in Egg Harbor on the Sundays of February 5, 12, and 19, 2023. Performances begin […]

Santa Claus is Coming to Light Up Sister Bay

Sister Bay, Wis. (November 9, 2022) – Come to see Santa with his elves and favorite reindeer at the annual Capture the Spirit holiday lighting festivities on Friday, November 25 from 3:30 – 5:30pm! Enjoy hot chocolate and treats from […]

A Weekend Filled with Holiday Spirit in Sturgeon Bay

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (November 7, 2022) – Ring in the holiday season with Destination Sturgeon Bay and the entire Sturgeon Bay community during the 2022 Unwrapping Sturgeon Bay and Christmas by the Bay Weekend presented with Cellcom, November 18-20. Pack up […]

Upcoming Events at The Dorr Hotel

Sister Bay, Wis. (November 7, 2022) – The Dorr Hotel, Sister Bay’s newest waterfront hotel, is hosting several great events in the upcoming months. From couple’s getaways to wine tasting parties, you’re certain to enjoy a Door County escape. Stay in their […]

Jill Stukenberg Reading at Write On, Door County

Sturgeon Bay Native Reads from her Debut Novel Juddville, Wis. (November 7, 2022) – Write On, Door County will host a reading by Sturgeon Bay native Jill Stukenberg from her debut novel News of the Air on Saturday, November 12, 1 pm. […]

Annual Ellison Bay Gobble Wobble

Ellison Bay, Wis. (November 7, 2022) – Join friends and family in Ellison Bay this Thanksgiving for the annual Ellison Bay Gobble Wobble! This event features a 2.5 mile fun run/walk that starts and ends at Fitzgerald Park. Click the link below […]

PenArt Opens Big little Art Show on Nov 4

Fish Creek, Wis. (November 2, 2022) – Peninsula School of Art (PenArt), 3900 County Road F, Fish Creek, opens its latest exhibition, Big little Art Show on Friday, November 4, with a free public opening reception from 4:30 to 6pm The exhibition runs through […]

Al Johnson’s Offers Traditional Swedish Julbord on Dec. 9 & 10

Sister Bay, Wis. (November 2, 2022) — With its unique foods and hand-crafted gifts, a Scandinavian Christmas is special. This December, Al Johnson’s Swedish Restaurant & Butik in Sister Bay is serving its traditional version of the famous Swedish Julbord, […]

100+Women Who Care of Door County (100+WWC): Over $27,000 awarded in October 2022 Giving Event

$360,000 in giving to 44 Door County nonprofits since 2018! Door County, Wis. (November 2, 2022) – The 100+ Women Who Care of Door County (100+WWC) giving circle’s philanthropic impact continues to grow. The October giving event recognized and awarded […]

2nd Annual ‘Christkindlmarkt Door County’ Reprises Traditional European Holiday Cheer for 2022

Sister Bay, Wis. (November 2, 2022) — The Sister Bay Historical Society has announced the dates for its 2nd Annual Christkindlmarkt, or Christmas market. Once again, Christkindlmarkt will take place on three subsequent weekends in November and December, on Fridays, […]

November Events at Crossroads

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (October 31, 2022) – This week at Crossroads, it’s all about collecting and/or dispersing seeds. The Wild Ones of the Door Peninsula, the Door County Master Gardeners Association and the Door County Seed Library are teaming up with Crossroads […]

Griffon String Quartet Visits Door County Elementary School

Sister Bay, Wis. (October 31, 2022) – In support of its mission to enhance student learning and academic achievement through increased exposure to – and participation in – music, the Griffon String Quartet, hailed for “superb playing, palpable chemistry, spirit, and […]

Merry-Time Festival of Trees Nov. 12 – Jan. 2

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (October 31, 2022) – Joyously celebrate the holidays by enjoying dozens of beautifully decorated trees and decorative displays in the museum, November 12– January 2. Fantastically decorated by local businesses, organizations and residents, each of these extraordinary […]

Nick Dumas and Branchline to kickoff 38th Season of White Gull Inn Winter Concert Series

Fish Creek, Wis. (October 31, 2022) – One of the top emerging artists in bluegrass, Door County resident Nick Dumas will perform with his band Branchline on Wednesday, November 30, in the opening concert of the White Gull Inn’s winter concert […]

A “Heart” Overflowing: Capital Campaign Eclipses $9.9M Mark

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (October 28, 2022) – Construction is underway at the Door County Y’s Sturgeon Bay program center. There’s been a flurry of activity, the site has been excavated, footings are going in and pipes and electrical are being moved around. […]

Call For Public Street Art Artists

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (October 28, 2022) – Calling all artists! Destination Sturgeon Bay is looking for artists to participate in their 23rd Annual Street Art Project, a unique collaboration of art created to beautify the streets for Sturgeon Bay. This […]

Door County Historical Society Announces New Executive Director

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (October 28, 2022) – The Door County Historical Society announced Amy Frank has been named Executive Director of the organization. For nearly four years, Frank served as the Managing Director at Third Avenue PlayWorks. She managed the […]

Children’s Concerts Feature Griffon Violinist

Sister Bay, Wis. (October 28, 2022) – Griffon String Quartet Violinist Roy Meyer will be featured in two Children’s Concerts in northeast Wisconsin on November 12. The concerts are based on the picture book Because by Mo Willems, which explores ideas behind what […]

Jim Nelson Recognized Service to Peninsula Players Theatre

Fish Creek, Wis. (October 25, 2022) – The Board of Directors of Peninsula Players Theatre, America’s oldest professional resident summer theater, recently honored Jim Nelson for his decade-plus service as a member of the theater’s board of directors. At October’s board meeting, […]

Ridges Sanctuary Halloween Hike on the Boardwalk

Baileys Harbor, Wis. (October 25, 2022) – The Ridges Sanctuary will host its annual Halloween Hike on Saturday, October 29. The Hidden Brook Boardwalk will be open for hiking from 5:00pm-7:00pm. Special Halloween-themed stations will be placed along the boardwalk that […]

Sister Bay Advancement Association 2022 Names Ron Kane Volunteer of the Year

Sister Bay, Wis. (October 25, 2022) – The Sister Bay Advancement Association has awarded the 2022 Sister Bay Volunteer of the Year award to Ron Kane. For over 40 years, Ron has been active in government and tourism related efforts […]

Poms and Tassels Gift Topper Workshops at Woodwalk Gallery

Egg Harbor, Wis. (October 25, 2022) – Let’s get together for some cozy, crafty fun. There’s no better time for making something than the winter months. I love this time of hibernation, warm drinks, and short days because it means […]

Southern Door High School Presents The Addams Family

Performance Dates Extended to Two Weekends for 2022! Southern Door, Wis. (October 24, 2022) – “They’re creepy and they’re kooky, mysterious and spooky, they’re altogether ooky!” The Southern Door High School Music Department is proud to present “The Addams Family – […]

Evening with Owls

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (October 21, 2022) – Halloween creatures – owls, crows and bats – all live at Crossroads, and that makes us very happy, for these “scary” animals make a positive contribution to the habitats of the preserve. We don’t even […]