DOOR COUNTY NEWSWIRE

Ridges Sanctuary Receives $73,000 Grant for Dwarf Lake Iris Restoration

Project Aims to Expand Population of Rare Species Baileys Harbor, Wis. (July 24, 2023) – The Ridges Sanctuary has announced the awarding of federal funds for implementation of the Dwarf Lake Iris (Iris lacustris) Restoration Project through the US Fish & […]

Russian Musicians Stas and Misha to Perform at Fishstock on Sun., July 23

Russian Musicians “Will Have You Dancing In The Aisles!” Fish Creek, Wis. (July 21, 2023) – The fourth concert in the 2023 Fishstock Concert Series will feature well-known Russian musicians Stas and Misha this coming Sunday, July 23. Stas Vanlevski and […]

Bloodys, Brews & Bacon 2023

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (July 21, 2023) – What’s better than a Sunday morning brunch on the water? Join Destination Sturgeon Bay for the 3rd Annual Bloodys, Brews & Bacon on Sunday, August 6th! This small-scale festival features local Door County […]

Red Putter Pro Tournament Begins August 5

Ephraim, Wis. (July 21, 2023) – The excitement is building at the Red Putter Mini Golf in Ephraim as the 21st annual Pro Tournament approaches! The Pro Board is full of names that have already qualified for the tournament and many […]

Tickets on Sale for Women’s Fund of Door County’s Annual Celebrate Women Luncheon

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (July 19, 2023) – Tickets for the Women’s Fund of Door County’s Celebrate Women Luncheon go on sale today, July 19. This annual event will be held on Friday, September 15 at Stone Harbor Resort & Conference […]

Plum Bottom Gallery to Host Plein Air Day in Honor of the Door County Plein Air Festival

Egg Harbor, Wis. (July 19, 2023) – Plum Bottom Gallery, a renowned Door County art destination, is delighted to announce its upcoming Plein Air Day in honor of the highly anticipated Door County Plein Air Festival. This special event will […]

20th Annual Door County Festival of Fine Arts Celebrates Wisconsin Artists

Sister Bay, Wis. (July 19, 2023) – The 20th Annual Door County Festival of Fine Arts is set to take place on Saturday, August 12, from 9:00am to 4:00pm at Waterfront Park in Sister Bay. This year’s festival promises to […]

Great Horned Owl Released After Traumatic Rescue

Door County, Wis. (July 19, 2023) – Your gift for wild animals before 7/31 will be matched up to $10,000! After this Great Horned Owl was hit by a vehicle, he got stuck in the grill of the car! A Wisconsin Department of […]

PenArt’s Door County Plein Air Festival Celebrates the Tradition of Outdoor Painting

Fish Creek, Wis. (July 17, 2023) – Peninsula School of Art (PenArt), 3900 County Road F, Fish Creek, presents the 17th Annual Door County Plein Air Festival with free and ticketed events July 23 through July 29; and an online exhibition and […]

New Exhibits at Miller Art Museum Featuring Large-Scale Photography and Giverny-Inspired Paintings

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (July 17, 2023) — The Miller Art Museum, located in downtown Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, is pleased to debut Suzanne Rose: Blind Spot — to pass among them, organized by the Museum of Wisconsin Art, and Séjour: Impressions of Giverny […]

DCA Presents Rebirth Brass Band July 25

Fish Creek, Wis. (July 17, 2023) – On Tuesday, July 25, at 8 p.m., Door Community Auditorium (DCA) will present iconic New Orleans ensemble Rebirth Brass Band. Whether they’re appearing on HBO’s Tremé or at their legendary Tuesday night gig […]

Midsummer’s Music Masters Schubert’s ‘Mountain’

Schubert’s Piano Trio in B-flat is one of two monumental trios he wrote at the height of his creativity. It’s a mountain to climb, but the view is worth it! Sister Bay, Wis. (July 17, 2023) – Midsummer’s Music, Wisconsin’s oldest […]

Midsummer’s Music Awarded Women’s Fund Grant

Midsummer’s Music received $2,500 from the Women’s Fund of Door County to support performances with music by women composers. Sister Bay, Wis. (July 15, 2023) – Midsummer’s Music is pleased to announce that it was awarded a $2,500 grant from the […]

DCA Presents “Empress of Soul” Gladys Knight

Fish Creek, Wis. (July 15, 2023) – On Thursday, July 20, at 8 p.m., Door Community Auditorium (DCA) will present R&B legend Gladys Knight in concert. Gladys Knight is a seven-time Grammy winner who has enjoyed #1 hits on the […]

July Dinner Program Features Baileys Harbor Fish Company

Door County, Wis. (July 15, 2023) – The Door County Historical Society will host the July Dinner Program on July 24, 2023, at the Log Den in Egg Harbor. The doors will open at 5:30 p.m., offering attendees an opportunity […]

Meet the Authors at Write On: Book Signings and Reading by Joanne Nelson and Nadine Kenney Johnstone

Juddville, Wis. (July 12, 2023) – Write On, Door County presents two opportunities to meet authors with new books released on Wednesday, July 19. Both programs are free and open to the public. Nadine Kenney Johnstone will sign copies of […]

DCA Presents The Marshall Tucker Band

Fish Creek, Wis. (July 12, 2023) – On Saturday, July 15, at 8 p.m., Door Community Auditorium (DCA) will present The Marshall Tucker Band in concert. The Marshall Tucker Band came together as a young and hungry six-piece outfit in […]

Door County YMCA introduces its new Mission Advancement Executive

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (July 12, 2023) – It’s with great enthusiasm that the Door County YMCA introduces its new Mission Advancement Executive, Brett Cleveland. Brett has been with the organization since 2021, and most recently occupied the role of Member […]

Sturgeon Bay Sidewalk Sales 2023

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (July 12, 2023) – Find the best sales of the summer! Sturgeon Bay’s Annual Sail Through the Avenues Sidewalk Sales will be held on Thursday, July 27. Don’t miss out on these extraordinary deals at unique shops and […]

Caravan Gypsy Swing Ensemble Performs at Fishstock on Sun., July 16

Band’s Main Musical Influence is Gypsy Jazz Guitarist Django Reinhardt Fish Creek, Wis. (June 11, 2023) – The third concert in the 2023 Fishstock Concert Series will feature Caravan Gypsy Swing Ensemble this coming Sunday, July 16. The ensemble has […]

Midsummer’s Music Pairs Mendelssohn, Haydn, Moeran

Sister Bay, Wis. (July 10, 2023) – Midsummer’s Music, Wisconsin’s oldest summer chamber music series, continues its 2023 concert season with a sumptuous program featuring electrifying string quintets by Felix Mendelssohn and Michael Haydn – Franz Joseph Haydn’s much-neglected younger brother – […]

DCA’s Sierra Ferrell Concert Canceled

Fish Creek, Wis. (July 10, 2023) – We write with some very disappointing news. We have just learned from Sierra Ferrell’s management that she is canceling all of her shows scheduled between July 8 and 14. We are so disappointed […]

Popular Door County Musicians Present “Buckets of Rain: The Songs of Bob Dylan” at Woodwalk Gallery

Egg Harbor, Wis. (July 10, 2023) – Woodwalk Gallery will present “Buckets of Rain: The Songs of Bob Dylan” for five nights from Tuesday-Saturday, July 18-22 at 7 p.m. Memphis multi-instrumentalist Eric Lewis, California-based string player Chris Irwin, local folk […]

Pre-Show Seminar Features Mystery Scholar Dr. Christopher Chan

Speaking on Noël Coward before the Saturday, July 22 performance of “Blithe Spirit.” Fish Creek, Wis. (July 10, 2023) – In conjunction with its production of Noël Coward’s “Blithe Spirit,” Peninsula Players Theatre will host Agatha Christie scholar Dr. Christopher Chan […]

Door-Tran First Local Non-Profit to Benefit from Door County Candles “Candles Creating Change / Local Support a Cause” Initiative

Carlsville, Wis. (July 7, 2023) – Door County Candle Company presented a check to Door-Tran in the amount of $1,250.00 from their Candles Creating Change / Local Support a Cause initiative. Door-Tran was the first non-profit to benefit from this […]

Door County YMCA Celebrates Monumental Milestone of 10,000 Members

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (July 7, 2023) – The Door County YMCA is thrilled to announce a significant achievement as it reaches a remarkable milestone of 10,000 members. This noteworthy accomplishment reflects the strong sense of community, dedication, and unwavering support […]

Noël Coward’s ‘Blithe Spirit’ Now at Peninsula Players Theatre

Fish Creek, Wis. (July 7, 2023) – Peninsula Players Theatre, America’s oldest professional resident summer theater and Door County’s theatrical icon, is proud to announce the cast of Noël Coward’s comedy “Blithe Spirit.” This witty, haunting play has been a smash hit in London, […]

Write On, Door County Presents One-Day Writing Intensives

Scholarships and Hybrid Options Available for Writing On The Door Juddville, Wis. (July 5, 2023) – Write On, Door County presents Writing On The Door, a series of three one-day writing intensive classes with award-winning faculty, August 7 – 9. […]

DCA Presents Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters

Fish Creek, Wis. (July 5, 2023) – On Thursday, July 13, at 8 p.m., Door Community Auditorium (DCA) will present Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters in concert. Deeply rooted in Tennessee hillbilly boogie, California country, and British Invasion pop, […]

Pianist Jeannie Yu Takes on Beethoven’s Emperor Concerto

Sister Bay, Wis. (July 5, 2023) – Midsummer’s Music earns high praises for presenting works by lesser-known composers – especially composers of color and women composers – often alongside household names like Bach and Mozart. With its Emperor Concerto & Jeannie Yu program, […]

Art in the Door

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (July 5, 2023) – Destination Door County is thrilled to announce the Art in the Door contest winners. Four talented local artists each received a $2,000 prize, and their artwork will appear in upcoming marketing campaigns promoting […]

Ephraim’s Fyr Bal Chieftain, GG Paschke

Ephraim, Wis. (July 3, 2023) – It is with great pleasure that we congratulate G.G. Paschke on being elected Ephraim’s 57th Fyr Bal Chieftain. G.G. has been a member of the Ephraim Historical Foundation since 1967 and continues to be an […]

Roots Vagabond Sierra Ferrell Sells Out DCA

Fish Creek, Wis. (July 3, 2023) – On Monday, July 10, at 8 p.m., Door Community Auditorium (DCA) will present magnetic roots singer Sierra Ferrell in a sold-out concert. The evening will also feature special guest Cat Clyde. With her […]

Midsummer’s Music Presents Eric Lewis, Will Healy, Four World Premieres

Virtuoso guitarist and Door County favorite Eric Lewis teams up with Midsummer’s Composer-in-Residence Will Healy to present two incredible concerts with four world premieres. Sister Bay, Wis. (July 3, 2023) – Midsummer’s Music, Wisconsin’s oldest summer chamber music series, continues its […]

AJ & Gabrielle Dillon Featured on Cover of 2023 Door County Dining Guide

Sister Bay, Wis. (July 3, 2023) — Door Guide Publishing, a tourism publisher in Sister Bay, WI, announced today that the cover of the company’s 2023 Door County Dining Guide publication features a photo of Green Bay Packers running back […]

Birch Creek Announces 2023 Summer Jazz Ambassador Concerts

Egg Harbor, Wis. (June 28, 2023) – Birch Creek Music Performance Center is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated 2023 season of the summer Jazz Ambassador concerts. Featuring the talented Birch Creek Jazz Ambassadors, a group of exceptional jazz students, […]

Fishstock Concert Series Launches Season with July 2 Will Kruger Tribute to John Denver

Fish Creek, Wis. (June 28, 2023) — Fishstock Concert Series has announced the start of its 2023 season with a July 2nd series-opening tribute to the music of John Denver by nationally-known singer/songwriter Will Kruger. Kruger’s musical roots go back […]

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