DOOR COUNTY NEWSWIRE
Personal Interpretations, Local Museum of Civilization Inspired by Station Eleven at Miller Art Museum
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (January 22, 2021) — The Miller Art Museum is excited to announce the opening of a pop-up exhibition in conjunction with the Door County Library’s 2021 NEA Big Read activities, which invited artists to interpret through visual […]
Read MorePeninsula Players Announces Artistic Director Greg Vinkler to Retire
Fish Creek, Wis. (January 25, 2021) – Peninsula Players Theatre’s Board of Directors made dual announcements today. When the theater’s 2021 season comes to a close, Artistic Director Greg Vinkler will step down from administrative duties and retire. Linda Fortunato, a dedicated company member […]
Read MoreMidsummer’s Music Now Accepting Applications Online for Part-Time Associate Director
Sister Bay, Wis. (January 25, 2021) – Midsummer’s Music, has brought chamber music to Door County Wisconsin audiences for more than three decades. Our concerts, which have been called “exciting, pulse-pounding and riveting” have included world premieres and feature world-class artists. […]
Read MorePeninsula Players Cast Announced for ‘The Dust of Death’ Virtual Production
Fish Creek, Wis. (January 21, 2021) – Peninsula Players Theatre is thrilled to announce the cast for “The Dust of Death,” an adaptation by Neil Brookshire of Fred Merrick White’s science-fiction short story, “The Dust of Death: The Story of the Great […]
Read MoreLove in the Water: February DCMM Maritime Speaker Series
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (January 21, 2020) – Deep in the dark waters of the Great Lakes swims the only freshwater member of the cod family, the burbot (Lota lota) fish. Known by many names, including ‘lawyer’ and ‘eelpout’, the burbot is […]
Read MoreSuperintendent Vickman to Retire from Southern Door
Southern Door, Wis. (January 19, 2021) – The Southern Door Board of Education accepted the retirement of Superintendent Patricia Vickman at last night’s board meeting, effective June 30, 2021. Vickman will retire after 45 years in education and nine years serving […]
Read MoreNorthern Sky Presents Eric Lewis, Live from Memphis
“Eric Lewis defies the old saying about the jack of all trades being master of none. Whether he’s picking mountain music with a string band, grinding out blues, or making the sacred steel squall and cry, ‘masterful’ is one of […]
Read MoreHow Performing Arts Organizations Challenged the Covid Crisis – and Won!
Courtesy of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch Door County, Wis. (January 18, 2020) – On April 16 this past year, the unthinkable happened. Peninsula Players – Door County, Wisconsin’s oldest, largest, and best-known outdoor theatre – announced that it was cancelling its entire […]
Read MorePeninsula Players Theatre Announces 2021 Virtual Winter Play Reading Series
Fish Creek, Wis. (January 15, 2021) – Peninsula Players Theatre is thrilled to announce that The Play’s the Thing, its winter play reading series presented to Door County audiences, will be offered virtually in 2021. Fully cast play readings will be available to […]
Read MoreMiller Art Museum Launches 2021 with ‘From Deep Within: Meditations of Wisconsin Abstractionists’ and Extension of ‘Winter’s Spring
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (January 13, 2021) — The Miller Art Museum in downtown Sturgeon Bay is set to unveil a new exhibition on January 16 that provides a platform for the exploration and discussion of abstract art. From Deep Within: Meditations […]
Read MoreDCA Raises Record-Breaking Amount from the 8th Annual ‘Play It Forward’ Concert for Local Artists
Fish Creek, Wis. (January 13, 2021) – Door Community Auditorium is pleased to announce that the 8th Annual Play It Forward Concert and Virtual Variety Show successfully premiered via on-line video on December 23, 2020. The event served as a fundraiser […]
Read MoreNew Percussion & Steel Band Online Studio Sessions from Birch Creek begin in January
Egg Harbor, Wis. (January 13, 2021) – For three Saturday mornings beginning on January 30th, and going through February 13th, nationally and internationally renowned Birch Creek Percussion & Steel Band faculty will share their musical expertise during one-hour online Studio […]
Read MoreGriffon String Quartet Making a Difference for Music Students in NE Wisconsin
In 2019 and 2020, your generosity supported the Griffon String Quartet’s mission in northeast Wisconsin. Just consider … 95 educational visits with 160 students in Green Bay elementary and middle schools 51 community concerts to 2,402 adults and students 40 private […]
Read MoreObituary: Robert D. Hastings III
July 22, 1948 ~ January 3, 2021 As a true titan of innovation and adventure, always off after his next big idea, Robert “Bob” Hastings led an interesting and diverse life. Janitor. Painter. Football player. Architect. Real Estate Developer. CEO. […]
Read MoreWhat’s Happening at Write On, Door County
A Note from the Directors’ Desks As we sit here in the cozy Writing Center looking out at the whites and greys of winter settling in, we are reminded of all that we have to be thankful for, despite the […]
Read MoreDCMM Quiet Season Hours and Accessibility
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (January 8, 2021) – As we welcome the quiet season on the peninsula, the Door County Maritime Museum (DCMM) wants to remind local residents and visitors that the museum in Sturgeon Bay is open seven days a week, […]
Read MoreFire & Ice Weekend – Customized for your Comfort
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (January 8, 2021) – The weekend officially kicks off on Friday, February 12 with the Candlelight Ski & Snowshoe at Crossroads at Big Creek Nature Preserve from 6PM – 8PM. Trails that wind through Crossroads’ 125-acre Big Creek […]
Read MorePublic Arts Initiative (PAI) of Egg Harbor & Kress Pavilion Announce Virtual 2-Day Workshop: “Between The Cracks – The Gift of Liminality”
Egg Harbor, Wis. (December 7, 2021) – As we enter into this winter of unknowns and isolation for many, this time in history can be seen as a gift as much as a struggle, and within this liminal, in-between space is […]
Read MoreSouthern Door FFA Member Receives Second Grant Award
Southern Door, Wis. (January 6, 2021) – Chloe LaCrosse, daughter of Jeremy and Tracy LaCrosse, received a $500 State Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) Grant sponsored by Saputo Cheese USA, Inc. Chloe’s plan is to improve her herds’ genetics through flushing her […]
Read MoreGrant Will Support Efforts of Peninsula Transit Coalition
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (January 5, 2021) – Door-Tran received a $2,500 grant to support the Peninsula Transportation Coalition’s investigation of an extension of existing countywide public transportation systems. The grant from the Door County Community Foundation is the latest step […]
Read MoreTannenbaum Holiday Shop Announces Sale, Winter Hours
A note from Ron and Sue Flittner, owners of Tannenbaum Holiday Shop: Happy New Year! It is officially 2021 and we made it thru 2020. Thank you for all of the wonderful Christmas greetings and messages. We are truly grateful […]
Read MoreSouthern Door High School to Offer Capstone Diploma Program
Diploma Program Focuses on College-Level Research, Collaboration, and Presentation Skills Crucial for College and Career Success Southern Door, Wis. (January 4, 2021) – Southern Door High School is one of approximately 1,800 schools worldwide to implement the AP Capstone™ Diploma program―an […]
Read MoreGreat Lakes/Great Books
Juddvile, Wis. (January 4, 2021) – Great Lakes/Great Books Club is now meeting at the new Write On, Door County center in Juddville! This club welcomes all who want to discuss works of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry that have the Great Lakes as […]
Read MorePlay it Forward Benefit Concert & Virtual Variety Show at DCA
Featuring & Benefiting Some of Door County’s Most Beloved Performers. Available on Facebook & YouTube. Fish Creek, Wis. (December 30, 2020) – If you haven’t been able to watch Door Community Auditorium’s 8th Annual Play It Forward Concert and Virtual Variety Show, […]
Read MoreSpot, Space Offer 40% Off Storewide, In-Store & Online for 2 Days Only
Shop Spot’s two-day sale that happens once a year! Sister Bay, WI (December 29, 2020) — Spot and Space are having their annual year-end sale on December 30–31, 2020 with 40% off everything, both in stores and online! For the […]
Read MoreDoor County YMCA Welcomes Heidi Erickson as New CEO
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (December 28, 2020) – The Board of Directors of the Door County YMCA has appointed Heidi Erickson as the fifth CEO in the thirty-four-year history of the Door County YMCA. Heidi will begin her new position on January 4, […]
Read MoreTreat Yourself to 20% Off thru Dec. 29 at Spot
Sister Bay, Wis. (December 26, 2020) – Now that you have bought gifts for everyone else this holiday season, now it’s time to TREAT YOURSELF! Spot, with locations in Sister Bay and Egg Harbor, are offering 20% OFF everything (excludes the […]
Read MoreDoor County Coffee Co. E-Certificates Arrive In Time for Christmas
Carlsville, Wis. (December 23, 2020) – It’s the perfect last-minute gift for coffee lovers! New this season, e-Gift Certificates from Door County Coffee & Tea Co. will send holiday cheer right to their inbox! Not sure which coffee they like best […]
Read MoreDoor County Modern Explorer: McCarthy Pedaled Peninsula in 4 Days
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (December 23, 2020) – It took him three years to do it the first time, and just four days in June of 2020. Door County hotel owner/operator Mike McCarthy completed a personal quest to circumnavigate the Northern Door Peninsula in his sit-on-top […]
Read MoreIsland Orchard Cider wins Silver Medal for Pear Reserve Cider from Cidercraft Magazine
Cidercraft Magazine’s competition included 450 submissions in 15 categories Ellison Bay, Wis. (December 23, 2020) – Island Orchard Cider is excited to announce it won a Silver medal from Cidercraft Magazine for its Pear Reserve Cider. Cidercraft is an international […]
Read MoreNorthern Sky Theater Presents “The New Year with Northern Sky”
A collection of original songs by Northern Sky artists in honor of the New Year. Fish Creek, Wis. (December 21, 2020) – As the first offering of its brand-new winter season, Northern Sky Theater is pleased to announce The New Year with […]
Read More12th Annual Door County Short Film Fest Goes Virtual, February 12-21, 2021
$20 Ticket Features 10 Days of Streaming, with Four Feature Films and 30 Short Films Sister Bay, Wis. (December 21, 2020) — Event organizers have announced that the 12th Annual Door County Short Film Fest (DCSFF) will be a virtual online […]
Read MoreSunshine Resources of Door County & Mirrix Looms See Continued Growth
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (December 21, 2020) – Sunshine Resources of Door County and Mirrix Looms look to take their relationship to a new level, even after a 23-year partnership! “Twenty-four years ago, we started Mirrix Looms in a garage. As our […]
Read MoreDoor County YMCA to Provide Holiday Meal Access Opportunities at No Cost
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (December 21, 2020) – The Door County YMCA and the Door County Food Pantry Coalition are proud to partner to provide meal access opportunities to individuals and families in Door County over the holiday season at no cost. […]
Read MoreDoing Business Locally Pays Dividends
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (December 17, 2020) – Door County Cooperative began mailing over $160,000.00 to local residents as part its stock retirement program. Qualifying Cooperative members will be receiving a check for 5 percent of the total stock they have […]
Read MoreDoor County Emergency Response Fund
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (December 17, 2020) – In an effort to provide a coordinated philanthropic response to the current COVID-19 health crisis, the Door County Community Foundation and the United Way of Door County have activated the Door County Emergency Response […]
Read MoreDCMM Closed January 11-12
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (December 17, 2020) – To allow Museum staff to complete some larger building maintenance projects, the Door County Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay will be closed to the public on Monday and Tuesday, January 11-12, 2021. The Museum will […]
Read MorePeninsula Music Festival’s Chamber Music Series to Debut at the Kress Pavilion
Egg Harbor, Wis. (December 17, 2020) – The Peninsula Music Festival’s Chamber Music Series is set to debut at the Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion in Egg Harbor on Sunday, February 7th, with additional concerts on the 14th, and 21st, […]
Read MoreA Very Special Virtual Christmas Concert Video from Birch Creek
Egg Harbor, Wis. (December 15, 2020) – The highlight of the holiday season at Birch Creek is the annual “Christmas at Birch Creek” concerts in Juniper Hall. This year, Birch Creek produced a Virtual Christmas Concert video with the same […]
Read More‘It Sounds Like a Christmas Carol’ a Holiday Audio Play from Peninsula Players
Fish Creek, Wis. (December 15, 2020) — Peninsula Players Theatre is thrilled to announce, in collaboration with Dirt Hills Productions, “It Sounds Like a Christmas Carol” by Neil Brookshire and Cassandra Bissell will be available on the theater’s website beginning on Tuesday, December 15. “It Sounds Like a […]
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