DOOR COUNTY NEWSWIRE
Al Johnson’s Offers Traditional Swedish Julbord on Dec. 8 & 9
Sister Bay, Wis. (November 6, 2023) — With its unique foods and handcrafted gifts, a true Scandinavian Christmas is special and includes a number of important traditions and qualities that remain constant from year to year. This December, Al Johnson’s Swedish […]
Read MoreFive 2023 Graduates Honored with the Thomas H. Lutsey-Waseda Farms Scholarship
More than $900,000 in college scholarships has been awarded to over 130 graduating high school seniors from Wisconsin who have pursued a career in agriculture in the 38-year history of the program. The 2023 Thomas H. Lutsey-Waseda Farms Scholarship recipients […]
Read More2023 Unwrapping Sturgeon Bay & Christmas by the Bay Weekend
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (November 6, 2023) – Ring in the holiday season with Destination Sturgeon Bay and the entire Sturgeon Bay community during the 2023 Christmas by the Bay Weekend presented with WBDK Christmas & Door County Daily News, November 17-19. […]
Read MoreGibraltar Historical Association Annual Wreath Sale
Fish Creek, Wis. (November 3, 2023) – Welcome in the holiday season by purchasing fresh wreaths, swags, and kissing balls. Lush Wisconsin greens are freshly cut and made to order wreath and arrive days later. This year be prepared for […]
Read MoreDCMMVolunteer Appreciation and Awards
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (November 1, 2023) – On Monday, October 9, Door County Maritime Museum recognized the contributions of our volunteers at the annual Appreciation Dinner. From September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2023, 139 volunteers worked 5574.23 hours at the […]
Read MoreWrite On, Door County Calendar of Events for November 2023
Juddville, Wis. (October 31, 2023) – Write On, Door County offers the following events for writers and readers throughout Door County during the month of November. Unless otherwise noted, all events take place at the writing center, 4210 Juddville Road, […]
Read More100+WWC Celebrates 5 Years: $29,000 awarded at October 2023 Giving Event
$490,000 in giving to 56 Door County nonprofits in 22 Giving Events! Door County, Wis. (October 31, 2023) – 100+ Women Who Care Door County (100+WWC) Giving Circle continued its philanthropic impact. Through all seasons, this group of women demonstrates the […]
Read MoreBlues, Roots, and Hoots Festival at DCA November 3-5
November 3: Joey Alexander Trio, November 4: Lizz Wright and Bobby Rush, November 5: “Stay Prayed Up” Screening & Spiritual Helpline G Fish Creek, Wis. (October 26, 2023) – Door Community Auditorium (DCA) will present its first-ever Blues, Roots, and […]
Read MoreAnnual Pat Hellen Golf Outing Raises Funds for Door County YMCA Youth Programs
Fish Creek, Wis. (October 23, 2023) – On September 12, 2023, golf enthusiasts and community members joined forces for the annual Pat Hellen Golf Outing, a fun-filled day of golf and charity. This year’s event was held at Maxwelton Braes […]
Read MoreDoor County Historical Society Presents Historic Spooks & Sprites
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (October 23, 2023) – The Door County Historical Society invites you to join us for a truly historical and spook-tacular Halloween celebration! On Saturday, October 28th, from 4 pm to 6 pm, we will be hosting “Historic […]
Read MoreMemphis & Door County Voices, Sister Rosetta Tharpe & Beyond
Fish Creek, Wis. (October 23, 2023) – On Saturday, October 28, at 7 p.m., Door Community Auditorium (DCA) will present Memphis & Door County Voices: Sister Rosetta Tharpe & Beyond. A jaw-dropping lineup of artists will join forces for this tribute […]
Read MoreBirch Creek’s Kate Rericha Appointed to Wisconsin Humanities Council
Egg Harbor, Wis. (October 18, 2023) – Birch Creek, a renowned non-profit organization in the world of music education and cultural enrichment, proudly announces the recent appointment of its Senior Grants and Development Manager, Kate Rericha, to the Wisconsin Humanities Council. […]
Read MoreSpecial Consensus to kick off 40th White Gull Winter Concert Series
Fish Creek, Wis. (October 18, 2023) – It’s hard to believe that this fall, White Gull Inn folk concerts, featuring contemporary and traditional folk artists from all over the country, will be starting its 40th season. Performed in an intimate and […]
Read More2024 Destination Sturgeon Bay Street Art Project Call for Artists
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (October 16, 2023) – Calling all artists! Destination Sturgeon Bay is looking for artists to participate in the 24th Annual Street Art Project, a unique collaboration of art created to beautify the streets for Sturgeon Bay. Bass […]
Read MoreDoor County Historical Society Announces Seasonal Closure of Eagle Bluff Lighthouse
Fish Creek, Wis. (October 16, 2023) – The Door County Historical Society announces the upcoming closure of Eagle Bluff Lighthouse for the 2023 season on October 20. This year has been nothing short of remarkable, with approximately 16,000 visitors having […]
Read MoreDoor County’s Nonprofit Arts and Culture Industry Generated $38.6 Million in Economic Activity in 2022
Groundbreaking Study Reveals Economic and Social Impact of $38.6 Million for Nonprofit Arts and Culture Sector in Door County, Wisconsin. Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 Study Centers Equity in Economic Research and Highlights Vital Role of Arts and Culture in […]
Read More“When You Wish Upon a Star” at DCA October 22
Fish Creek, Wis. (October 12, 2023) – On Sunday, October 22, at 7 p.m., Door Community Auditorium (DCA) will present “When You Wish Upon a Star: A Jazz Tribute to 100 Years of Disney.” “When You Wish Upon a Star” […]
Read MoreBirch Creek’s Artists in the Schools Event Inspires Door County Students
Egg Harbor, Wis. (October 12, 2023) – On Monday, October 9, Birch Creek hosted its annual Artists in the Schools event, bringing music education to the students of Door County. This longtime tradition, which began in 2002, shows Birch Creek’s […]
Read MoreVisiting Kimbilio Fellows to Read at Write On
Evening of Fiction Writing from the African Diaspora Juddville, Wis. (October 10, 2023) – Write On, Door County presents a reading and conversation with writers Tara Betts, Angie Chatman, and Camille Forbes on Tuesday, October 17, 6:30. The reading will […]
Read MoreDoor Habitat Open House: 30 years of Building
House #49: October 18th, 2-5pm, 864 Cherry Court, Sturgeon Bay Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (October 10, 2023) – Door County Habitat for Humanity invites the community to celebrate its 30 year anniversary and the construction of its 49th new home build […]
Read MoreTartan Terrors Perform at DCA October 15
Fish Creek, Wis. (October 10, 2023) – On Sunday, October 15, at 7 p.m., Door Community Auditorium (DCA) will present Tartan Terrors, a group that’s been described as “their own Celtic Invasion.” Tartan Terrors mix the energy of a rock […]
Read MoreThrills & Chills in Sturgeon Bay
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (October 10, 2023) – Sturgeon Bay invites you and your family to enjoy a day of spooky Halloween fun on Saturday, October 28th! Thrills & Chills, presented with Quantum Technologies, will include kid friendly, Halloween themed activities […]
Read MoreNorthern Sky Theater Announces Burn the Mortgage – Build the Bridge Campaign Goal Achieved
Northern Sky has raised $500,000 that will be matched by anonymous donors Fish Creek, Wis. (October 6, 2023) – Northern Sky Theater has successfully reached its $500,000 ‘Burn the Mortgage – Build the Bridge’ campaign challenge goal through the generosity […]
Read MoreDoor County Historical Society’s October Dinner Program
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (October 6, 2023) – Join DCHS for an unforgettable evening this October as we delve into the fascinating world of 20th-century motels and their pivotal role in shaping American travel culture. Our guest speaker, melaniejane, will lead […]
Read MoreAlpine Resort Announces New Tasting Classes at Burton’s on the Green
Egg Harbor, Wis. (October 5, 2023) – The Alpine Resort is excited to announce the kick-off to its new tasting classes starting October 9 at Burton’s on the Green located at the Alpine Golf Course Clubhouse. Guests will enjoy fun and […]
Read MoreThe Best Reason to Get Outside this Fall!
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (October 5, 2023) – Sturgeon Bay is home to the Eastern Terminus of Wisconsin’s beautiful National Scenic Trail, the Ice Age Trail. Take on the Ice Age Trail’s October Mammoth Hike Challenge, and hike a portion of the […]
Read MorePoetry Booster Workshop
Baileys Harbor, Wis. (October 2, 2023) – Give your poetry a creative boost during a five-day workshop Oct. 22-27 at the Björklunden retreat center in Baileys Harbor, Door County Wisconsin. The workshop is led by Bruce Dethlefsen, the 2011-12 poet laureate […]
Read MoreSister Bay Advancement Association Announces 2023 Volunteer of the Year: Kathy Wagner
Sister Bay, Wis. (October 2, 2023) – The Sister Bay Advancement Association is proud to announce that Kathy Wagner has been named the 2023 Sister Bay Volunteer of the Year. For over 25 years, Kathy has been active with philanthropic and […]
Read MoreGrand Opening of the Renovated Sturgeon Bay Program Center at Door County YMCA
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (October 2, 2023) – The Door County YMCA is excited to announce the grand opening of the newly renovated Sturgeon Bay Program Center on Sunday, October 8th, 2023, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. The event will […]
Read MoreGriffon String Quartet Reveals Ravel’s Harmonies, Hues
The final weekend of Midsummer’s inaugural Autumn Music Fest features the Griffon String Quartet exploring Maurice Ravel’s creative harmonies and hues in two free concerts. Sister Bay, Wis. (October 2, 2023) – The final weekend of Midsummer Music’s inaugural Autumn Music […]
Read MoreAward Winners Announced for Miller Art Museum’s 48th Juried Annual
On Display through Saturday, October 28, 2023 Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (September 29, 2023) — On Friday, September 16, the Miller Art Museum in downtown Sturgeon Bay unveiled its 48th Juried Annual—a survey and celebration of contemporary work by Wisconsin visual artists—to a reception of […]
Read MoreMaritime Speaker Series: Fringe History of the Great Lakes
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (September 28, 2023) – Each Fall, Winter and Spring, the Door County Maritime Museum hosts experts and interesting characters from around the country for the Maritime Speaker Series (presented in partnership with series sponsor the Door County Medical Center). The Maritime Speaker […]
Read MoreThird Annual Door County Book and Author Fair Featured Dozens of Authors
Event Moves to Martin Park in Downtown Sturgeon Bay Juddville, Wis. (September 28, 2023) – Sturgeon Bay’s Martin Park will become a Writers’ Block on Saturday, October 7, as dozens of published authors who live in or have significant ties […]
Read MoreThe Sixth Annual Ellie Helm “SPIRIT” Award
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (September 28, 2023) – The YMCA Striver’s Gymnastics Team awarded the fifth Annual Ellie Helm Spirit Award at their 2022-2023 team banquet. The Ellie Helm Spirit Award stands for Sportsmanship, Positivity, Inspiration, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork. Six characteristics […]
Read MoreDCA Presents Hiplet Ballerinas October 6
Fish Creek, Wis. (September 26, 2023) – On Friday, October 6, at 7 p.m., Door Community Auditorium (DCA) will present a performance by the fiery dance troupe Hiplet Ballerinas. Hiplet (pronounced HIP-LAY), formerly known as “The Rap Ballet,” is an […]
Read MoreAlpine Resort Hosts Rocktoberfest October 6-8
Egg Harbor, Wis. (September 26, 2023) – Alpine Resort will be hosting Rocktoberfest during Pumpkin Patch Festival weekend, October 6-8, featuring nightly live music entertainment under Alpine’s big outdoor waterfront tent for its Concerts in the Tent music series. On […]
Read MoreEV Charger Mini-Grant Applications Re-open October 1st
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (September 26, 2023) – Applications re-open for Destination Door County’s 2023 EV Charger Mini-Grant on October 1, 2023 at 8:00am. Awards in the amount of $1000 are available to any Door County business, non-profit organization, or government entity wishing to […]
Read More100+ Women Who Care Door County (100+WWC) Next Giving Event October 23
Total awards over 5 Years of Giving will approach $490,000! Door County, Wis. (September 26, 2023) – The next quarterly Giving Event of the 100+WWC Giving Circle will be held in person 7845 Church Street, Egg Harbor and via livestream on […]
Read MoreTragedy hits Fish Creek: The Sinking of the Erie L. Hackley
Fish Creek, Wis. (September 21, 2023) – The Sinking of the Erie L. Hackley is considered the largest single sea disaster in the history of Green Bay waters. Join the Gibraltar Historical Society on October 3rd, the 120th anniversary of this […]
Read MoreBirch Creek Receives Wisconsin Arts Board Grant
Egg Harbor, Wis. (September 21, 2023) – Birch Creek is pleased to announce that it has received a Creation and Presentation Program grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board, underwritten by funds from the State of Wisconsin and the National Endowment […]
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