DOOR COUNTY NEWSWIRE
Peninsula Music Festival Names 2021 George Verheyden Memorial Scholarship Winner
Ephraim, Wis. (June 3, 2021) – The Peninsula Music Festival is proud to announce that Isabella Dippel has been awarded the 2021 George Verheyden Memorial Scholarship. A recent graduate of Sturgeon Bay High School, Isabella is in the process of […]
Read MoreSearch for Next DDC President Begins, Interim CEO Announced
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (June 2, 2021) – The search for Destination Door County’s (DDC) next President/CEO is underway, the organization’s board of directors announced today. Door County’s tourism marketing and management organization is working with executive search firm SearchWide Global to conduct […]
Read MoreIndustry and the Environment Highlighted in New Miller Art Museum Exhibition, Factory Made
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (May 31, 2021)—The Miller Art Museum, located in downtown Sturgeon Bay one block east of the Steele Bridge Creative District, is set to unveil Factory Made: Artists Explore the Industrial Scar on Saturday, June 5. With a focus on […]
Read MoreNew PenArt Exhibition Explore the Intersection of Painting and Sculpture
Fish Creek, Wis. (May 31, 2021) – Peninsula School of Art (PenArt), 3900 County Road F, Fish Creek, presents a new exhibition, 2.5 D: Breaking the Surface, June 4 through July 17, 2021. The exhibition features the works of 10 regionally and […]
Read MoreLow-Cost Vaccine Clinic for Pets
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (May 31, 2021) – In an effort to keep Door County’s animals happy and healthy, the Wisconsin Humane Society is thrilled to offer a low-cost vaccine clinic for cats and dogs at the Door County Campus on Thursday, […]
Read MoreKatie Dahl in Concert at Woodwalk June 18
Egg Harbor, Wis. (May 31, 2021) – On Friday, June 18, at 7 p.m., Door County songwriter Katie Dahl will perform outdoors at Woodwalk Gallery, her first public concert appearance since before the pandemic. The locally based, nationally touring Dahl is […]
Read MoreTickets On Sale June 1 For Northern Sky Theater’s 2021 Outdoor & Indoor Seasons
The company will present three shows outdoors in the Peninsula State Park amphitheater and two shows indoors at their Gould Theater. Fish Creek, Wis. (May 26, 2021) – Tickets go on sale June 1 for Northern Sky’s 2021 season, which features three original musicals […]
Read MoreDCMM Announces Matching Challenge
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (May 26, 2021) – During this morning’s Christening of the new Jim Kress Maritime Lighthouse Tower in Sturgeon Bay, Door County Maritime Museum Executive Director Kevin Osgood announced a matching challenge grant to jump-start the exciting final phase […]
Read MoreAmerican Pickers to Film in Wisconsin
Door County, Wis. (May 26, 2021) – The American Pickers are excited to return to Wisconsin! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series throughout your area in July 2021. We understand that with the proliferation of COVID-19, […]
Read MoreBeautiful Possibilities Opening Show at Woodwalk Gallery Sunday, May 30
Egg Harbor, Wis. (May 24, 2021) – The first show, titled Beautiful Possibilities, is an extension of the juried on-line show held by Woodwalk Gallery during March and April. Co-owner, Jillaine Seefeldt, says, “I was really excited that so many of our […]
Read MorePeninsula Players Theatre Awarded Door County Emergency Response Fund Grants
Fish Creek, Wis. (May 24, 2021) – Peninsula Players Theatre is pleased to announce that it has been awarded three Door County Emergency Response Fund grants. The Emergency Response Fund is a coordinated philanthropic response to the COVID-19 health crisis by […]
Read MoreDoor Kinetic Arts Festival Goes Virtual For Its 2021 Season
Door County, Wis. (May 24, 2021) – Door Kinetic Arts Festival is going virtual for its 2021 season. The DKAF team welcomes audience members, wherever they may be in the world, to gather around their screens for a celebration of art, […]
Read More8th Birthday Celebration of Spot in Sister Bay, Egg Harbor
Sister Bay, Wis. (May 24, 2021) — In honor of Spot opening eight years ago and Space opening four years ago, the crew at both shops are celebrating with 25% off everything in store and online for one day only: […]
Read MoreHow is the Climate Crisis Already Changing Door County?
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (May 21, 2021) – How is the climate crisis already changing Door County? And what will we face in the future? How will the Door County landscape and waters we all treasure be impacted? Steve Vavrus, senior scientist […]
Read More2021 Hardy Gallery Exhibit Schedule Announced
Ephraim, Wis. (May 21, 2021) – The Hardy Gallery has been a pillar of the Door County art community since the mid-1900s, providing exhibits that surprise with each new season. We look forward to a much-anticipated start on Saturday, May 29, […]
Read MoreDoor County Emergency Response Fund Grants to Peninsula Players Theatre
Fish Creek, Wis. (May 21, 2021) – Peninsula Players Theatre is pleased to announce that it has been awarded three Door County Emergency Response Fund grants. The Emergency Response Fund is a coordinated philanthropic response to the COVID-19 health crisis by the […]
Read MoreGriffon String Quartet to Present Three Live Concerts
The Midsummer’s Music resident string quartet plays its first live performances in 14 months! Sister Bay, Wis. (May 21, 2021) – Midsummer’s Music’s resident string quartet, the Griffon String Quartet, presents its first live, in-person concerts in 14 months starting Saturday, […]
Read MoreWorkout When You Want with 24/7 Access at YMCA
Door County, Wis. (May 18, 2021) – We are excited to announce the Door County YMCA will begin offering access to our facilities 24/7 beginning Tuesday, June 1. 24/7 access will be exclusive to Door County YMCA members at both our Sturgeon Bay and […]
Read More2021 Fine Art Fair in Downtown Sturgeon Bay
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (May 18, 2021) – Bring your creativity and prepare to be in the midst of 62 artists this Memorial Day weekend during the 23rd annual Fine Art Fair in its new location, Martin Park (207 S. 3rd Avenue). On Saturday, […]
Read MoreThe Ridges Sanctuary Announces a New Senior Leadership Team
Baileys Harbor, Wis. (May 16, 2021) – The Ridges Sanctuary Board of Directors is pleased to announce the recent appointments of Andrew (Andy) Gill as Executive Director and Katie Krouse as Director of Operations. Andy served as the Executive Director of […]
Read MoreDoor County Cooperative Owners Receive Cash Dividends
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (May 16, 2021) – The 81st annual Shareholders Meeting of the Door County Cooperative will be held on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 beginning at 5:00 pm. Our annual meeting will be broadcast online and you can watch the […]
Read MoreEnchanting Evenings and Magical Matinées Await with Midsummer’s Music
Sister Bay, Wis. (May 16, 2021) – Midsummer’s Music welcomes audiences for a spectacular 2021 season that celebrates Beethoven’s 250th birthday and includes new and larger venues where everyone can revel in the lineup of a inclusive combination of familiar and lesser-known composers. Opening night […]
Read MoreGrand Re-Opening Event at Trilliant in Fish Creek
Fish Creek, Wis. (May 16, 2021) – Trilliant Diamonds & Jewelry is excited to announce that they expanded their store during the off-season, more than doubling their space at Top of the Hill Shops in Fish Creek. Not only have they […]
Read MorePlum Bottom Gallery to Host Annual Outdoor Art Show
Egg Harbor, Wis. (May 13, 2021) – Plum Bottom Gallery invites you to our Annual Outdoor Art Show starting Saturday, May 29, from 11am-4pm. Update your garden decor with new pieces from Laurel Grey, Sharon Miller Thompson, Rose Kleman, Chris Russel, […]
Read MoreChristening of the Jim Kress Maritime Lighthouse Tower & National Maritime Day Salute
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (May 12, 2021) – The public is invited to join the Board of Directors of the Door County Maritime Museum on Saturday, May 22 at 11am to celebrate the opening of Sturgeon Bay’s newest landmark! The Christening ceremony for […]
Read MoreNorthern Sky Theater Announces 2021 Werner & Sue Krause Scholarship Recipients
Fish Creek, Wis. (May 12, 2021) – Northern Sky Theater is pleased to announce the 2021 recipients of the Northern Sky Werner & Sue Krause Scholarship. This scholarship is available to students pursuing a degree in theater or music performance who exhibit […]
Read MoreFarmers Market In Jacksonport Opens May 18 at Lakeside Park
Jacksonport, Wis. (May 12, 2021) – Jacksonport will have a Farmer’s Market this year and it is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, May 18, 2021. The Market will be held at Lakeside Park in downtown Jacksonport on Tuesday mornings from 9 […]
Read MoreFundraiser for Open Door Bird Sanctuary at The Spoon in Sturgeon Bay
Jacksonport, Wis. (May 10, 2021) – Now that Open Door Bird Sanctuary has two Eagles to care for, they need to upgrade some of our husbandry equipment. Weight assessment is a critical part of keeping their birds happy and healthy and […]
Read MoreContract Awarded for the Door County Broadband Infrastructure Engineering Assessment
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (May 10, 2021) – Broadband services have become a matter of public need and necessity and an essential infrastructure for economic development and community quality of life. Broadband is now considered along with water, sewer, electric power, and […]
Read MoreNew Owners of Historic Sturgeon Bay Home Open Door County Dragonfly Bed and Breakfast
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (May 10, 2021) – Once run as the Reynolds House, new owners Lauren and Matt Huston have revamped and reopened the Sturgeon Bay bed and breakfast on 7th and Nebraska St as the Door County Dragonfly. Opening a […]
Read MoreSouthern Door County School District Receives WEDC Grant for Fab Lab Equipment
Southern Door, Wis. (May 6, 2021) – The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) announced today that the Southern Door County School District is the recipient of a state grant to fund new fabrication laboratory (fab lab) facilities, which will equip Wisconsin […]
Read MoreNorthern Sky Returns to its Roots with Simplified, People-Centric Season
The company will present three shows outdoors in the Peninsula State Park amphitheater and two shows indoors at their Gould Theater. Fish Creek, Wis. (May 6, 2021) – Northern Sky Theater is pleased to announce the slate of shows for its 2021 summer […]
Read MoreSpots Still Available for Mother’s Day Brunch at Glacier Ledge
Egg Harbor, Wis. (May 6, 2021) – We’re sure by now you have made plans for Mom, but just in case, Glacier Ledge in Egg Harbor has a few spots still available for Sunday (Mother’s Day) Brunch. On Sunday, May 9 from 9am […]
Read MoreBlown Glass Show at Plum Bottom Gallery
Egg Harbor, Wis. (May 3, 2021) – Plum Bottom Gallery invites you to their Blown Glass Show on Saturday, May 15, from 11am-4pm. This show will feature Ron Hinkle, Mark Rosenbaum, Corey Silverman, and Bryce Dimtrek. Each of these artists creates […]
Read MoreNew Wine and Picnic Boutique to Open in Fish Creek
Fish Creek, Wis. (May 3, 2021) – The Ginger House, a new wine and picnic boutique, is opening this spring at The Settlement Shops in Fish Creek. The boutique will feature curated picnic packages, beautiful wines, and a selection of international goods […]
Read MoreNorthern Sky Will Have In-Person Shows in 2021; Announces “Raise the Curtain” May 30
The company will launch the 2021 season with Raise the Curtain: Take a Leap, a daylong virtual fundraising event culminating in the world premiere of the musical Not Even Remotely. Fish Creek, Wis. (May 3, 2021) – After a year of exclusively virtual […]
Read MoreDestination Door County Launches Leave No Trace Tuesday
Door County, Wis. (April 30, 2021) – Destination Door County (DDC) is excited to announce a new community initiative called Leave No Trace Tuesday, a monthly community mixer that will take place the second Tuesday of each month. DDC staff, […]
Read MoreTannenbaum Holiday Shop Extends Their Hours, Offers Great Gifts for Mom
Sister Bay, Wis. (April 30, 2021) – Tannenbaum Holiday Shop is excited to be extending their hours and will now be open 7 days a week. They would like to remind you that masks (covering your nose and mouth) are still […]
Read MoreRecipe for a Healthy Kid Available at the Door County YMCA Healthy Kids Day®
Event features a day of activities to celebrate kids being kids. Door County, Wis. (April 30, 2021) – Following a year of social distancing, virtual school, mask wearing and endless hours of screen time, the Door County YMCA is hosting their […]
Read MorePeninsula Music Festival Moves to New Location
Ephraim, Wis. (April 28, 2021) – Although we’re sad to say goodbye to our lovely home and many friends at the Shops of Green Gables, we’re extremely excited to announce that after 69 years, WE ARE NO LONGER RENTERS! Nothing could make us happier […]
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